Name
The Hidden Struggle: Ensuring Equitable Access to Obesity Care for Women
Date & Time
Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 9:40 AM - 10:30 AM
Speakers
Tanika Smith, Greater Philadelphia Business Group on Health
Carole Mendoza, HP Inc.
Barbara Flitsch, AMP
Denise Johnson Sura, Lilly
Tanika Smith Carole Mendoza Barbara Flitsch Denise Johnson Sura
Description

This session examines the often-overlooked barriers women face in accessing obesity care, including socioeconomic disparities, bias in healthcare, and gaps in insurance coverage. It highlights the need for equitable, patient-centered approaches that ensure all women receive timely, effective prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Location Name
Grand Ballroom - Second Floor - Salons ABCD
Full Address
Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark
1 S Broadway
St. Louis, MO 63102
United States