Obesity Week 2023

The Obesity Society (TOS)
Rockville, Maryland, United States of America

Founded in 1982, The Obesity Society (TOS) is the leading professional society focused on obesity science, treatment and prevention.

Vision
Solving the challenges of obesity through deeper understanding and coordinated action.

Mission
To promote innovative research, effective and accessible care, and public health initiatives that will reduce the personal and societal burden of obesity.

Values
Rigorous science, highest professional standards, and strength through diversity.

The Obesity Society, its members and staff pledge to uphold:
• Compassion for the lives and situations of those living with obesity.
• Responsibility for advocacy, treatment and investigation, all working toward a cure for obesity.
• Respect for each other and all who are touched by obesity.
• Progress for furthering knowledge about obesity using appropriate scientific standards.
• Mentorship for helping, teaching and supporting our colleagues.
• Highest Ethical Standards for all our actions, writings, programs, and services.