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Dr. Samantha Flanagan
Coverage of Dr. Samantha Flanagan in the Nexus archive.
- In Philly, roughly 1 out of 3 adults are obese. How should doctors, pediatricians talk to their patients about it?
In Philadelphia, roughly one-third of adults and one-fifth of children are obese, prompting doctors and pediatricians to address nutrition and weight management with patients. Dr. Elana McDonald and Dr. Samantha Flanagan emphasize nonjudgmental, goal-focused conversations to combat obesity while avoiding past negative healthcare experiences tied to weight stigma.