Can Colorectal Cancer Screening Consultations Assist in Evaluating Physician Adherence to Management of Obese African American Patients?
Anita Mittal, MD, Rebecca Fausel, Marie L. Borum, MD, MPH, EdH., *Internal Medicine, University of Hawaii, Honolulu, HI and Gastroenterology, The George Washington University School of Medicine, Washington, DC.Purpose: Obesity is an epidemic in the United States that causes significant morbidity and mortality. It is estimated to cost the nation billions annually. Two thirds of American adults are considered overweight/obese. It has been suggested that certain ethnic groups, especially African Americans, are less likely to receive weight management. This study evaluated the prevalence of overweight/obese African American patients seeking colorectal cancer screening and the frequency of physician recommended weight management.Methods: A retrospective medical chart review was performed where medical records of consecutive patients referred to a continuity GI clinic for colorectal cancer screening during a three-month period were evaluated. Documentation regarding demographics and weight m
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