Empowering you to deliver better obesity care. Together.
If you’re a Canadian physician who wants to improve how you care for patients living with obesity—this is for you.
Obesity Canada’s Clinician Partnership Program is a free, year-long opportunity designed to connect you with leading experts, build your skills, co-create and share best practices in obesity management.
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What You Get
- 6 virtual group sessions co-led by Drs. Sean Wharton & Tasneem Sajwani
- Free enrolment in Calibre (44.25 Mainpro+® Credits and 18 hours section 3 Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons)
- A fully funded, in-person workshop (airfare + hotel included)
- Mentorship, networking, and leadership opportunities
- A community of peers who get it—and want to do better
Why Join?
Be one of 20 change-makers
Join a select group of physicians from across Canada. Connect with like minded peers who are passionate about making obesity care better—for everyone.
Learn from the best
Get mentored by Dr. Sean Wharton and Dr. Tasneem Sajwani—respected leaders in obesity medicine—through six virtual sessions packed with real-world insights and case studies.
Free access to Calibre training ($599 value)
This evidence-based, accredited online course is your deep dive into everything from biology to bias in obesity. You’ll earn 44.25 Mainpro+® Credits and 18 hours section 3 Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons—with no cost to you.
Meet in-person (On us!)
We’ll fly you out and cover your stay for a full-day workshop. It’s your chance to network, collaborate, and build relationships with fellow clinicians and mentors.
Advance your career
Whether you’re looking to improve patient outcomes, expand into research, or become a mentor yourself—this program sets you up for long-term success.
Who Should Apply?
- Physicians practicing in Canada (all specialties welcome)
- Those ready to commit to bi-monthly virtual sessions and one in-person workshop
- Passionate about improving care for people living with obesity
Deadline to apply: April 11, 2025
Decision date: April 18, 2025
Program runs: May 2025 – April 2026
We cover the costs—your part is showing up.
This program is 100% funded thanks to an educational grant provided to Obesity Canada. But if you join and don’t complete the requirements by April 2026, a fee of $5,000 will apply.
Obesity Canada received an unrestricted educational grant from Eli Lilly Canada.
Zoom Into Our Virtual Meetings
We’ll host six, one-hour Zoom sessions throughout the year with your peers and Drs. Sean Wharton and Tasneem Sajwani. These sessions will cover case studies, host discussions, and be an opportunity to collaborate and connect. These sessions will be scheduled and booked once participants are selected to coordinate time zones across Canada.
Calibre Training: Your Roadmap to Expertise
Acceptance in this program includes complimentary enrolment into Calibre, our 5-week, accredited program for healthcare professionals looking to enhance their skills in obesity management.
With over 22 hours of accredited live and online learning, this five-module program provides practical, evidence-informed training tailored for the realities of your practice. You’ll gain a deeper understanding of obesity’s biological and environmental causes, alongside advanced treatment strategies that go beyond weight loss. This program focuses on practical, essential skills, including addressing weight bias, improving patient communication, and integrating obesity care into routine practice.
One-Day In-Person Workshop: Meet, Greet, and Collaborate
We’re bringing everyone together for a one-day, in-person workshop to learn, connect, and share ideas with peers from across the country. Airfare and one night’s hotel stay will be fully covered, and the location and date will be confirmed once participants are selected.
- Canadian physicians only: This opportunity is only available to physicians practicing in Canada.
- 100% attendance: Participants must attend all virtual and in-person sessions.
- Complete the Calibre course: Complete Calibre by April 2026 in order to satisfy program requirements. This course is included at no cost to you if accepted into this program.
Dr. Tasneem Sajwani is the Medical Director at the Edmonton Weight Management Centre. With a certification from the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM) and being a Fellow of the College of Family Physicians, Dr. Sajwani is dedicated to advancing obesity care and family medicine. Her leadership and expertise continue to drive impactful change in the field of weight management and primary care.
Dr. Sean Wharton has his doctorate in Pharmacy and Medicine at the University of Toronto. He is the medical director of the Wharton Medical Clinic, a community based internal medicine weight management and diabetes clinic. He is an assistant professor at the University of Toronto and adjunct professor at McMaster University in Hamilton and York University in Toronto. He is the lead author of the 2020 Canadian Obesity Guidelines and has published many peer-reviewed articles in international medical journals.
This program is offered at no-cost to you if you apply and are accepted and you complete all program requirements by April 2026. A $5,000 fee will apply if you fail to complete the course requirements by April 2026.
Obesity Canada received an unrestricted educational grant for this activity from Eli Lilly Canada.
