MNOB1022c Obesitology II - practice

Faculty of Medicine
spring 2026
Extent and Intensity
0/1/0. 1 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
In-person direct teaching
Teacher(s)
MVDr. Halina Matějová (assistant)
Mgr. Monika Kunzová, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Monika Kunzová, Ph.D.
Department of Public Health – Theoretical Departments – Faculty of Medicine
Supplier department: Department of Public Health – Theoretical Departments – Faculty of Medicine
Timetable
Fri 20. 2. 8:00–11:20 C15/333, Fri 27. 2. 8:00–11:20 C15/333, Fri 6. 3. 8:00–11:20 C15/333, Fri 13. 3. 8:00–11:20 C15/333, Fri 20. 3. 8:00–11:20 C15/333, Fri 27. 3. 8:00–11:20 C15/333, Fri 10. 4. 8:00–11:20 C15/333, Fri 17. 4. 8:00–11:20 C15/333, Fri 24. 4. 8:00–11:20 C15/333, Fri 15. 5. 8:00–11:20 C15/333, Fri 22. 5. 8:00–11:20 C15/333, Fri 29. 5. 8:00–11:20 C15/333
Prerequisites (in Czech)
MNOB0921c Obesitology I
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is only offered to the students of the study fields the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Abstract
The aim of the course is to provide students with a comprehensive, evidence-based understanding of obesity as a serious chronic and multifactorial disease. The course focuses on the biological mechanisms underlying the development and progression of obesity, as well as the nutritional, genetic, behavioral, and environmental factors that contribute to its onset. It also addresses effective strategies for prevention and treatment. Special emphasis is placed on the importance of a holistic, interdisciplinary approach and on the development of practical counseling and communication skills through long-term work with a client. Students will learn to apply up-to-date scientific knowledge in designing individualized nutritional recommendations and to critically reflect on their own professional practice.
Learning outcomes
After completing the practical classes, the student will be able to: 1. Independently initiate and conduct collaboration with a client living with obesity and apply the fundamental principles of nutritional intervention in practice. 2. Systematically monitor and evaluate the course of collaboration, identify achieved changes and the factors influencing them. 3. Apply theoretical knowledge from nutrition and obesitology to the development of individualized recommendations and the support of lifestyle modification. 4. Communicate effectively and motivate the client using principles of counseling and behavioral techniques. 5. Prepare and deliver a final report and reflection on the collaboration, including evaluation of their own approach and identification of areas for further professional development.
Key topics
  • History, epidemiology and etiology of obesity. Adipose tissue. Psychological aspects of obesity – psychological determinants of behavior, stigma, psychological support for patients. Hormones regulating food intake – hormonal regulation of hunger and satiety, neuroendocrine mechanisms. Motivational support for patients with obesity – motivational interviewing, techniques to enhance adherence to interventions. Surgical treatment of obesity – indications, methods, effects and limitations of bariatric surgery. Modern dietary trends – overview of current approaches, evidence-based evaluation and applications. Pharmacotherapy of obesity – available pharmacological options, efficacy and safety. Sleep and obesity – relationship between sleep, weight regulation, metabolic changes and risk factors for obesity. Health risks of obesity – metabolic, cardiovascular and other health consequences.
Study resources and literature
    required literature
  • Klinická obezitológia. Edited by Ľubomíra Fábryová. Vydanie: druhé, celkom prep. Brno: Facta Medica, 2023, 480 stran. ISBN 9788088056164. info
    recommended literature
  • KUNEŠOVÁ, Marie. Základy obezitologie. První vydání. Praha: Galén, 2016, xiii, 172. ISBN 9788074922176. info
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
exercises
Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements
The achievement of the intended learning outcomes is verified through active participation in practical classes (with a requirement of at least 80% attendance) and systematic record-keeping of client consultations. Any planned absence must be reported in advance by e-mail to the course coordinator. The preparation and submission of the final semester report is a compulsory requirement for obtaining the course credit.
Language of instruction
Czech
Further Comments
The course is taught annually.
The course is also listed under the following terms Spring 2012, Spring 2013, Spring 2014, Spring 2015, Spring 2016, Spring 2017, Spring 2018, spring 2019, spring 2020, spring 2021, spring 2022, spring 2023, spring 2024, spring 2025.
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