Yes, We Are Going There – Cheetos and the ‘O’ Words (Medical Series)

Dr. Jeffrey Hooper, DO

Dr Hooper attempts to bridge the gap between the too common one-size-fits-all medical recommendations for weight loss and eating disorders. 

He describes the desperation of his patients to lose weight and recognizes the impact of cultural stigma. 

He also talks about the *medical* sequelae of diabetes and hypertension as well as the *physical* sequelae of knees, back, and joints and advocates for medical care regardless of ability to meet the expectations of surgeon-imposed weight changes such as required BMI of 40. 

 

The focus of his work is homing in on benefits of sleep, joyful movement and diet. 

For dietitians or doctors who tell patients “Don’t live on Cheetos”, Beth asks why not? 

The culture won’t change overnight. 

Meet people where they are even though we have seen the harm of popular diets (Intermittent Fasting, Paleo, “Clean” Eating) 

Also discussed was the harm from the programs that charge tens of thousands of dollars. 

Why do those awaiting transplants have to get BMI down?  

“We are making things worse by requiring weight loss” 

 

Dr Hooper’s Seasonings: 

Medical mentoring with specialist in eating disorders 

How to recognize Eating Disorders  

To Fellow Medical Professionals  - be careful not to praise weight loss at any cost 

 

Bio: 

Jeffrey Hooper, DO, is board certified in internal medicine and one of a handful of physicians in Washington state who is certified in obesity medicine. His expertise allows him to provide effective interventions through diet, physical activity and behavioral change prescriptive medicine. As Medical Director of the MultiCare Center for Weight Loss & Wellness, Dr. Hooper oversees four program locations. In his free time, Dr. Hooper volunteers for the Boy Scouts of America and chases summits. 
 
Certification: Obesity Medicine; Internal Medicine 
Professional School: Western University of Health Sciences 
Residency: St. Barnabas Hospital & Medical Center 
Practice Philosophy: I believe establishing a strong physician-patient relationship is the key to successful patient care. I try to listen closely to each problem and work with my patients to arrive at a solution. 

 

Dr Voss Co-Host - https://TheSeasonEDRD.podbean.com/e/eating-disorders-should-always-be-on-your-differential/ 

 

With your host Beth Harrell 

IG  @beth.harrell.cedss  

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