Table 4.

Themes for open-ended Question #2 with supporting statements

What is the greatest challenge with obesity management?
Confidence/Credibility “Not having a deep history in nutrition really limits the conversations I can have.” “Gaining confidence in approaching this subject in a respectful manner.” “My own struggle with weight. Presenting myself as an authority when I am overweight.” “Determining who can get medication and who cannot.” “Not comfortable with prescribing anti-obesity medications.”
Affecting change in others “Ways to positively affect compliance.” “Non-compliance.” “Patient motivation.”