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Dr. Lye Jian Ying Tiffany
Chairperson, Organising Committee
SGH Obesity Centre
Singapore General Hospital
Dear Colleagues and Friends,
We are delighted to invite you to the upcoming Obesity Symposium, where we will be discussing the latest advancements in the field of obesity management. As esteemed healthcare professionals, your expertise and insights are invaluable in addressing this growing health concern.
The Obesity Meeting will serve as a platform for sharing knowledge, exchanging ideas, and collaborating on effective strategies to combat obesity. With the rising prevalence of obesity and its associated health risks, it is crucial for us as primary care physicians to stay updated on the latest research and best practices in this area.
During the meeting, we will have renowned experts delivering keynote speeches, presenting research findings, and facilitating interactive discussions. The agenda will cover a wide range of topics, including the role of diet and exercise in obesity management, and the latest advancements in pharmacotherapy, endoscopy and surgical interventions. The topics covered will be relavent and practical for the management of obesity and metabolic health in the primary care setting.
We believe that your presence and active participation will greatly contribute to the success of this event. Your valuable insights and experiences will help shape the discussions and contribute to the development of effective strategies for obesity management in our community.
We look forward to your positive response and your valuable contribution to the Obesity Symposium.
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Registration for the SGH Obesity and Metabolic Update 2026 is complimentary.
The event is CME/CNE/CPE accredited.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 12 MARCH 2026
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PROGRAMME OUTLINE
Kindly note that programme is tentative and may subject to changes.
Time (in SGT)
Programme
Speaker
12:30 - 13:20
Registration and Lunch
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13:20 - 13:30
Welcome Address by SGH Obesity Centre Director
Dr. Lee Phong Ching
13:30 - 14:15
Lunch Symposium by Novo Nordisk
From Weight Loss to Outcomes: Integrating GLP-1 Therapies into Cardiometabolic Care
Dr. Natalie Koh
Moderator: Dr. Lee Phong Ching
14:15 - 14:30
Exercise as Medicine: Practical Activity Prescriptions for Patients with Obesity
Ms. Lee Shi Hwee
14:30 - 14:45
Practical Nutrition Approaches in the Era of GLP-1
Ms. Tan Ai Shan
14:45 - 15:00
Motivational Interviewing for Weight Management: Tools for the Busy GP
Ms. Wen Shiying
15:00 - 15:15
Question and Answer
Moderator: Dr. Sarah Tan
15:15 - 15:30
Tea Break / Exhibition
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15:30 - 15:50
From Biggest Loser to Long Term Winner - Keeping Bariatric Patients on track in the community
Dr. Tan Nan Guang
15:50 - 16:10
Current Updates on Endoscopic Options for Obesity Management in SGH
Dr. Ravishankar Asokkumar
16:10 - 16:30
Optimising Medical Management of Obesity in Primary Care
Dr. Sarah Tan
16:30 - 16:45
Question and Answer
Moderator: Dr. Lee Zhen Jin
16:45 - 17:00
Closing Speech by Organising Chairperson
Dr. Tiffany Lye
End of Symposium
FACULTY

Dr. Lee Phong Ching
Director, SGH Obesity Centre
Senior Consultant,
Dept of Endocrinology, SGH

Dr. Ravishankar Asokkumar
Speaker
Senior Consultant,
Dept of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, SGH

Ms. Wen Siying
Speaker
Psychologist,
Dept of Psychology, SGH

Dr. Lye Jian Ying Tiffany
Organising Chairperson
Consultant,
Dept of Upper GI & Bariatric Surgery, SGH

Dr. Sarah Tan Ying Tse
Speaker & Moderator
Consultant
Dept of Endocrinology, SGH

Dr. Lee Zhen Jin
Moderator
Consultant,
Dept of Upper GI & Bariatric Surgery, SGH

Dr. Natalie Koh Si Ya
Guest Speaker
Senior Consultant, Department of Cardiology, National Heart Centre Singapore

Ms. Tan Ai Shan
Speaker
Principal Dietitian (Clinical),
Dept of Dietetics, SGH

Ms. Lee Shi Hwee
Speaker
Physiotherapist,
Dept of Physiotherapy, SGH

Dr. Tan Nan Guang
Speaker
Consultant,
Dept of Upper GI & Bariatric Surgery, SGH



