#504: Adult Eating Disorders in the GLP-1 Era

#504: Adult Eating Disorders in the GLP-1 Era

Author: The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast November 10, 2025 Duration: 1:08:50
Explore how GLP-1 meds can help or harm eating disorders with Dr. Laura Bridge

When weight-loss meds meet eating disorders: GLP-1 drugs are reshaping medicine,  but could they also be fueling disordered eating? Join Dr. Laura Bridge as we unpack the risks, red flags, and how to keep “healthy” from turning harmful.  Also, how to approach restrictive eating disorders, bulimia, and binge eating disorder as a PCP.

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Show Segments

  • Introduction
  • Defining Eating Disorders 
  • Screening & Permission to Discuss 
  • Clinical Approach & History Gathering 
  • Treatment Framework 
  • GLP-1 Contraindications
  • Dr. Bridge’s Take-Home Points 

Credits

  • Producer, writer, show notes, cover art and infographics: Isabel Valdez, PA-C
  • Hosts: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP   
  • Reviewer: Molly Heublein MD
  • Showrunners: Matthew Watto MD, FACP; Paul Williams MD, FACP
  • Technical Production: PodPaste
  • Guest: Laura Bridge MD, FACP

Disclosures

Dr. Laura Bridge no relevant financial disclosures. The Curbsiders report no relevant financial disclosures. 


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