E86: Navigating Pediatric Obesity with Compassion & Care with Dr. Jessica Chacko

Welcome to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast with Dr. Kerry Reller! This week, I am thrilled to have Dr. Jessica Chacko, a pediatrician specializing in obesity medicine. In this episode, we delve into the challenges of pediatric obesity, discussing its early signs, impacts on health, and strategies for intervention. Dr. Chacko offers her expert insights on sensitive communication, family involvement in lifestyle changes, and the role of medication in treatment. Tune in to learn effective and compassionate approaches to managing weight and health in children, ensuring a healthier future for our youngest generation.Dr. Chacko is a board certified pediatrician and a mom of two. She started Blooming Bright Pediatrics, a concierge-style pediatric practice based in Lithia, Florida that provides in-home care. Her practice focuses on physician-patient relationships, whole-patient care, and positive parenting strategies.0:28 - Introduction and Welcome Dr. Jessica Chacko0:49 - Dr. Chacko’s Background and Practice2:39 - Training in Obesity Medicine3:29 - Discussing Weight with Children: A Pediatrician's Advice6:16 - Handling Sensitive Conversations Outside the Exam Room8:19 - Obesity: Symptom or Problem? Exploring Underlying Causes11:45 - Fun Family Fitness: Integrating Activity with Daily Life14:37 - Strategies for Handling Treats at Social Events20:17 - Advocating for Healthier Options in Schools31:46 - The Role of Medication in Pediatric Obesity ManagementConnect with Dr. ChackoWebsite: www.BloomgBrightPediatrics.comEmail: [email protected] #: 813-359-1561Instagram/Facebook/TikTok/YouTube:  @DrJessicaChacko  Connect with Dr. Kerry RellerPodcast website: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou... My linktree: linktr.ee/kerryrellermdFollow on Facebook: / clearwaterfamilymedicine  Follow on Instagram: / clearwaterfamilymedicine  Clearwater Family Medicine and Allergy website: https://sites.google.com/view/clearwa...Podcast: https://gethealthytbpodcast.buzzsprou... Subscribe to the Get Healthy Tampa Bay Podcast on Apple podcasts, Spotify, Amazon music, iheartradio, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Pandora.