Rackham Interdisciplinary Workshops (RIW), University of Michigan
Rackham Interdisciplinary Workshops (RIW), University of Michigan

Weight Inclusive Practice in Healthcare

This workshop is for clinicians in training who seek to enhance their skills in providing weight-inclusive health and mental health care. No experience is needed - please come to as many or as few sessions are you are able. Looking forward to having you as part of the conversation!


Session One: Introduction to Weight Bias with Dr. Kendrin Sonneville

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Cornely Room, 1680, SPH 1
Kendrin Sonneville, ScD, FAED, RD, Associate Professor of Nutrition Sciences & Director, Center of Excellence for Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health
In this introductory lecture and discussion, Dr. Sonneville will discuss the topics and terms used in weight stigma research and weight inclusive healthcare. After her presentation, we will discuss how these themes have shown up in our practice and educational settings. Please come ready to discuss! A zoom link can be provided upon request. 
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