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calories” are also stigmatizing and blame the patient, as opposed to truly addressing the scientific causes of this complex disease. Failure to address bias and stigma will only allow roadblocks to care to continue and result in poorer health outcomes. Again, the OMA appreciates this opportunity to share the above comments. Should you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to contact me or our OMA Policy Consultant Christopher Gallagher at chris@potomaccurrents.com.

Sincerely

Angela Fitch, MD, FOMA, FACP President, Obesity Medicine Association (OMA)