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ArticleCurrent developments in nutrition2025

The Optimal Health Weight and Lifestyle (OHWL) Clinic: Comprehensive, Multidisciplinary and Geriatric-Focused Care for Multimorbid Older Adults With Obesity.

Shenbagam Dewar, Mary R Janevic, John A Batsis, Neil B Alexander

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Shenbagam DewarDivision of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI, United States.
Mary R JanevicDepartment of Health Behavior and Health Equity, School of Public Health, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, United States.
John A BatsisDepartment of Nutrition, Gillings School of Global Public Health, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States.
Neil B AlexanderDivision of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor, MI, United States.

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Research Education CoreP30AG024824 · NIA · UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR · PI Lona Mody, RAYMOND L YUNG · 2004 to 2026
$29.2M
NIA NIH HHS P30 AG024824
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Abstract

Background: The prevalence of obesity among older adults is increasing, and care is complicated by comorbidities. Objectives: This study describes the baseline cohort of the Optimal Health, Weight, and Lifestyle clinic, designed to address weight management using geriatric principles with focus on comorbidities, function, and quality of life. It also highlights the need for multidisciplinary, coordinated care for this population. Methods: This is a retrospective study of patients ( Results: The mean (standard deviation) age of the 58 patients was 73.4 (4.8) y, and they were predominantly female (76%) and White (81%). With a mean of over 12 comorbidities, common comorbidities included chronic kidney disease (98%), hypertension (97%), osteoarthritis (93%), obstructive sleep apnea (83%), prediabetes (42%), and diabetes (42%). Patients were comanaged by an average of 4 specialists. PROMIS physical and mental health scores were low at 40 and 45 y, respectively, and worsened with increasing BMI. Thirty-six percent had physical activity limitations, and 30% were dissatisfied with social activities and relationships. Grip strength was below age/gender norms in most patients. Conclusions: Older adults with obesity have multiple comorbidities, low strength, and high pain interference, and receive care from multiple specialists, placing them at risk of fragmented care. A person-centered, geriatric-focused approach incorporating the Medication, Mentation, Mobility, and What Matters (4Ms) framework is needed, along with comprehensive obesity care provided by a team-based approach. Further evidence-based interventions adapting lifestyle and medication management to this cohort are also needed.

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