EASO represents the European obesity community
The leading voice of obesity science, medicine and community in Europe. We represent scientists, obesity specialists, physicians, health care practitioners and public health practitioners.
Established in 1986, EASO is a federation of professional membership associations from 39 countries.
Obesity Prize for Excellence and New Investigator Award Winners announced
EASO is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Obesity Prize for Excellence and New Investigator Awards.
We are delighted to announce that the European Association for the Study of Obesity (EASO) has been officially recognised as a Non-State Actor (NSA) in official relations with the World Health Organization's Regional Office for Europe (WHO Europe).
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Save the Date: EASO COMs Summit 1-2 December 2025
The 2025 EASO COMs Summit will take place in Paris, France, on 1-2 December 2025
Please save these dates! Registration will open soon to members of the EASO COMs network
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5-Min CPD modules go beyond information, they improve knowledge, self-efficacy and daily practice. The pilot programme comprises case studies, patient perspectives, hands-on technique demonstrations, along with short pre-and post-tests.
Dr. Johanna Brix
Department of Medicine, Clinic Lanstrasse, Karl Landsteiner Institute for Obesity and Metabolic Disorders, Vienna, Austria
Watch nowEASO Obesity Taxonomy
Words matter and accurate framing and consistent terminology use is vital for ensuring accurate diagnosis, effective treatment, consistent research, clear communication, informed policy-making, and overall improved patient outcomes.
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ECN & COMs Webinar Archive
Missed a session? Catch up on insights and discussions from our ECN & COMs webinars – available on demand.
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ECO2026
The 33rd European Congress on Obesity will take place in Istanbul, Turkiye, May 12-15, 2026.
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