[Status quo and experience of primary care providers with regard to the counseling and management of obesity - Results of a quantitative-exploratory survey of general practitioners in Germany].

ABSTRACT: Overweight and obesity pose significant challenges for the healthcare system. General practitioners in particular are in a good position to make important contributions to the prevention and management of obesity. The aim of the study was to determine the positions, attitudes and experiences, as well as the wishes for improvement of GPs with regard to obesity care.In the course of an online survey, a total of 4,038 GPs were surveyed between January and April 2024. In addition to the descriptive analysis, a t-test for independent samples was conducted to determine significant differences between 2 groups.GPs experience obesity as a significant challenge. When providing weight advice, they place particular importance on assessing the individual's life situation in order to better determine t

SUBMITTER: Wangler J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12602062 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature