HP Clinical Update: Effective Weight Management in Osteoarthritis

Date: Tuesday, 10th June 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Venue: Board Room, Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA, 17 Lemnos Street, Shenton Park WA 6008
Cost: Free
CME/CPD Points: Certificates of attendance will be provided for continuing professional development purposes.

Meet the Presenter

Dr. Emily Calton
PhD, Accredited Practising Dietitian, Accredited Sports Dietitian, Nutritionist

Dr. Calton is a senior lecturer and researcher at Curtin University, coordinator of nutrition-related research at Fiona Stanley Hospital, Fremantle Hospital and Cockburn Health, and a private practice dietitian providing personalised nutrition advice through The Nutrition Doctor.

Event Overview

This clinical update will provide evidence-based approaches to effective weight management specifically for patients with osteoarthritis. Weight management is identified as a core treatment in clinical practice guidelines for OA, with research demonstrating significant improvements in pain and function with appropriate interventions.

Dr. Calton will address the complex relationship between obesity and osteoarthritis, exploring both mechanical and metabolic pathways. The session focuses on practical, applicable strategies that health professionals can implement immediately in their practice, with special attention to weight-inclusive approaches that avoid stigma and improve patient outcomes.

What You’ll Learn

Participants will be able to:

• • Apply comprehensive assessment approaches beyond BMI when evaluating patients with obesity and osteoarthritis
  • Implement weight-inclusive, non-stigmatising care practices that improve engagement and outcomes
  • Select appropriate evidence-based dietary approaches based on individual needs and clinical presentation
  • Develop collaborative care strategies that integrate dietitians and other allied health professionals into OA management
  • Explain the relationship between weight management and osteoarthritis, including specific mechanisms for symptom improvement

Who Should Attend?

This session is designed for healthcare professionals working with osteoarthritis patients, including:

• Exercise Physiologists
• Physiotherapists
• Occupational Therapists
• Practice Nurses
• General Practitioners
• Psychologists
• Other Allied Health Professionals

Session Schedule

• • • 5:30 PM | Arrival & sign-in, light refreshments
    • 6:00 PM | Education session begins
    • 7:00 PM | Q&A discussion
    • 7:30 PM | Professional networking (optional)
    • 8:00 PM | Session close

This event is free, but places are limited. Please register by Friday, 6 June 2025 to secure your place. 

For any questions, please email education@arthritiswa.org.au or call (08) 9388 2199.

We look forward to welcoming you to this event.