What: 2006 Annual Scientific Meeting of NAASO, The Obesity Society

When: October 20-24, 2006

Where: Hynes Convention Center, Boston, Massachusetts

The Obesity Society's Annual Scientific Meeting is the largest gathering of influential obesity experts in North America focusing on obesity research and treatment. Experts will present the latest basic, clinical, and epidemiological research on hot topics such as:

• Pediatric obesity


• Obesity in the elderly


• The latest pharmacologic agents


• Bariatric surgery


• Maintenance of weight loss


• The contributions of beverages to obesity


• Mortality associated with obesity

Non-members can attend the meeting; registration to the meeting includes a one-year membership to the society. Refer to the conference website for further details.