Tel Aviv University Launches New Obesity Treatment Program

by | Oct 30, 2024 | News

October 28th marked an inspiring milestone at Tel Aviv University’s Faculty of Medicine as a new semester began for advanced studies focused on obesity treatment. This comprehensive program brings together a range of healthcare professionals, including doctors, physical therapists, dietitian’s, and others, all dedicated to understanding obesity as a chronic disease that demands the same comprehensive care as other medical conditions.

ECPO Patient Advocate Liya Mashiach, was invited to speak to the new students, emphasising the importance of amplifying patients’ voices in the pursuit of effective treatment. “It was an honour to stand before these professionals and share the patient perspective,” Mashiach reflected after her presentation.

A person is speaking at a podium in a lecture hall at Tel Aviv University.

The launch of this program reflects a shifting healthcare paradigm in Israel, underscoring the need for compassionate, patient-centered approaches in obesity care.