Obesity-related knowledge, attitude, and practices among primary care physicians in China: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Obesity is a major global public health crisis but remains inadequately addressed during clinical encounters. In China, the primary healthcare system plays a vital role in managing chronic; however, the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) of primary care physicians (PCPs) regarding obesity have not been previously described.

Methods

This cross-sectional study surveyed 240 PCPs in Southwest China using self-administered KAP questionnaires. The questionnaires assessed obesity-related KAP and were measured using SPSS software. Descriptive statistics and univariate analyses were used to analyze the data.

Results

In total, 240 PCPs completed the survey. While the majority (75.0%) reported awareness of the adverse health effects of obesity, their attitudes to

SUBMITTER: Tang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12507768 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature