Table 1.
Summary of responses to question set 1: when do primary care physicians have weight-related discussions? (n = 20 primary care physicians, 2018)
| Overarching theme | Sub-theme | Illustrative quotes |
|---|---|---|
| Type of visit | Well-child visits (n = 14; 70%) | In well-child checks, I certainly feel much more comfortable [bringing up the topic of weight]. It fits within what we’re already talking about, so the context makes it a lot easier there. I think it’s an expected and a really important part in well-child visits. (Interview 5) |