Advocacy, Education, Networking, Community and Wellness

Community and Wellness

North Carolina Obesity Society (NCOS) is proud to be community partners with Black Health Matters.

Making an Impact

While Dr Tiffany Lowe Clayton was moderating a panel on improving health, NCOS Vice President Dr Anne Kome (center) and member volunteers Nicole Hinson MD, Susannah Adegbenjo NP-C, Natalie Bovino NP-C, and Jonathon Ray PA-C provided BMI screenings and information on obesity certified providers in NC. The Black Health Matters Event was VERY successful and attended by over 800 persons!

Advocacy: Expand Coverage of Anti-obesity Medications and Obesity Management Services

North Carolina Obesity Society (NCOS) sent letter in support of Treat Reduce Obesity Act (TROA) to Congress in August 2024 and Senate in November 2024
NCOS sent letter advocating for coverage of anti-obesity medications to NC state health plan board

Education: For medical professionals and community members

Live inaugural event on December 14, 2024, at Whitewater Center Charlotte, NC was a terrific success! Lot's of great networking and information.
Nine speaker presentations and over 70 attendees.
2025 Committees Started!