This document provides an overview of obesity, including its definition, measurement, prevalence, causes, evaluation, treatment approaches, and a case study. It defines obesity as a BMI over 30 kg/m2 and notes the increased prevalence in the US and worldwide. The evaluation of patients with obesity involves taking a history, physical exam, assessing comorbidities, fitness, and readiness to change. Treatment options include lifestyle management, pharmacotherapy, and surgery. A case study is then presented and discussed in terms of appropriate treatment goals.