Dear Members of the USPSTF:
"On behalf of the Endocrine Society, thank you for the opportunity to provide comments on the Draft Research Plan: Weight Loss to Prevent Obesity-Related Morbidity and Morbidity in Adults: Interventions. Founded in 1916, the Endocrine Society represents approximately 18,000 physicians and scientists engaged in the management and research of endocrine disorders, including obesity. Our members evaluate and treat obesity as well as other weight-related diseases, such as type 2 diabetes. The Society has authored clinical practice guidelines on the Pharmacological Management of Obesity and Pediatric Obesity. Given our work on this important issue, we would like to offer comments on the key discussion questions below:"
