Survey Obesity and Cancer 1

Globally, the incidence and severity of obesity continue to increase. It is well established that obesity is associated with an elevated risk of multiple diseases, including 13 types of cancer. This study demonstrates that knowledge among health care providers is incomplete, especially on obesity-related cancer risks outside their respective working fields. Patients are poorly aware of obesity-related cancer risks. Training programs and normalization of the discussion around obesity with a patient-centered approach are identified as approaches that may help to bridge these gaps.