The Global Conference Where Obesity Science Moves Evidence-Based Research Forward

ObesityWeek® 2026 brings together the most respected minds in obesity research and clinical care for one powerful, in-person experience.

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This is where groundbreaking science is presented.

Where real debates happen.

Where collaboration accelerates progress.

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  • 4,300+attendees
  • 60+countries represented
  • 175+scientific sessions
  • 700poster presentations
  • 97%likely to recommend ObesityWeek to a colleague
Which category do you best belong to?

  • Researcher

    Present Your Obesity Science. Shape the Field.

    Benefits

    • Share cutting-edge findings on a world-reknown platform
    • Engage in high-level debates that push the science forward
    • Build collaborations that extend beyond the meeting

    The quality of the science was exceptional—cutting-edge research, engaging presentations, and discussions that truly pushed the field forward.

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  • Clinician

    Advance Your Obesity Practice with Evidence That Matters.

    Benefits

    • Clinical debates and case studies you can apply immediately
    • Evidence-based updates across treatment approaches
    • Maximum of 20.5 CMEs/15 ABIM MOC points

    I walked away with concrete insights I could immediately apply in my clinical practice. The debates and case studies were especially impactful.

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  • STUDENT / EARLY CAREER

    Build Confidence. Find Mentorship. Accelerate Your Career.

    Benefits

    • Dedicated early career sessions
    • Meet program officers and senior leaders
    • Join a welcoming, intellectually rich community

    The early career sessions and the opportunity to meet program officers were game-changers for me.

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  • LEADER

    Strengthen the Next Generation of Leaders.

    Benefits

    • Engage across disciplines and career stages
    • Foster meaningful mentorship connections
    • Contribute to the advancement of obesity science

    This conference is where connections are made. I met collaborators, reconnected with old colleagues, and had meaningful discussions that energized my work.

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  • INDUSTRY

    Engage with Leaders Shaping Obesity Science

    Benefits

    • Understand emerging research priorities
    • Connect with key decision-makers
    • Gain insight into evolving clinical landscapes

    The energy at the poster sessions and networking events was incredible. You could feel the excitement in every hallway conversation.

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Testimonial from Leah Schumacher, Assistant Professor, Barnett College of Public Health, Temple University: Speaking at ObesityWeek was invigorating and rewarding.
Testimonial from Yun Shen, Assistant Professor, Pennington Biomedical Research Center: Presenting my work at ObesityWeek has allowed me to receive thoughtful feedback.
Testimonial from Bre MacDonald, University of Alabama at Birmingham: When I presented at ObesityWeek during my master's degree I was surprised at how genuinely interested people were.
Testimonial from Mohamad Mokadem MD, Associate Professor, University of Iowa: Presenting my work at ObesityWeek was an exceptionally rewarding experience.
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Not Just Another Conference. The Gold Standard for Obesity Science.

ObesityWeek is where rigorous science, clinical excellence, and real collaboration converge.

The Most Rigorous Obesity Science in the Field

ObesityWeek is known for serious, data-driven research and intellectually honest debate. Here, science isn’t simplified. It’s challenged, examined, and advanced.

This is where:

  • Breakthrough findings are unveiled
  • Translational research takes shape
  • Methodology is scrutinized
  • Evidence is elevated

Are you looking for depth, not surface-level trends? This is your conference.

A Community That Feels Like Home

Brilliant minds. Thoughtful conversations. Genuine support. Attendees consistently describe ObesityWeek as: “I found my tribe.”

It’s a rare environment where:

  • Senior leaders are approachable
  • Early career professionals are welcomed
  • Interdisciplinary perspectives are welcomed

Designed with Intention

Every detail supports the experience. From curated scientific sessions to seamless organization, the environment allows you to focus on what matters most: the science and the people.

“The conference was incredibly well-organized… It was one of the most seamless conference experiences I’ve had.”

Where Research Meets Real-World Care

ObesityWeek bridges discovery and delivery. Multidisciplinary tracks. You won't find siloed tracks operating in isolation.

Instead, you experience:

  • Basic science influencing clinical decision-making
  • Policy discussions grounded in evidence
  • Case-based learning informed by current data and applied research

The result? Knowledge that translates into action.

Energy You Can Feel

The excitement is palpable. This isn’t passive attendance. It’s active engagement.

  • The poster halls are packed.
  • Debates spark real discussion.
  • Hallway conversations turn into collaborations.

“The energy at the poster sessions and networking events was incredible.”

The Power of Being in the Room

ObesityWeek 2026 is fully in person for a reason.

  • Collaboration is stronger face to face.
  • Mentorship begins in real conversations.
  • Scientific debate is sharper when the room is engaged.

You cannot replicate the momentum of live discussion, spontaneous introductions, and shared intellectual energy.

Listen to what The Obesity Society's President, Marc-André Cornier, had to say about the ObesityWeek 2025 Conference!

Who is ObesityWeek for?
  • Clinicians
  • Researchers
  • Trainees
  • Dietitians & Nutritionists
  • APPs (PAs & NPs)
  • MDs and DOs
  • Mental Health Professionals
  • Exercise Physiologists
  • Policy Researchers and Advocates
  • Advocates for obesity research and care

Attend ObesityWeek 2026 and don’t miss out!

Overcoming obesity requires multi-disciplinary approaches. This is the conference that encompasses the full spectrum of obesity science: from basic science to translational research to clinical application and public policy; from psychological and lifestyle to pharmacological and surgical interventions; from pediatric to geriatric to underserved populations—ultimately offering the best obesity treatment for patients.

In-Person in Washington, DC
November 14-17, 2026