About

Mara Gordon MD

Mara Gordon is a family physician on the faculty at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University and a size inclusive doctor who writes and speaks frequently about practicing weight neutral medicine. She is working on a book about body liberation.

Connect with Dr. Mara Gordon: 

https://sites.google.com/view/mara-gordon//

https://instagram.com/maragordonmd

https://maragordonmd.substack.com/

https://x.com/maragordonmd

episode
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Beyond BMI: Embracing Size Inclusive Medicine

with
Mara Gordon MD
@maragordonmd

In this episode, host Cassie welcomes Dr. Mara Gordon, a family physician and medical educator, who shares her journey toward size inclusive medicine. Dr. Gordon, who practices in Camden, New Jersey, and resides in Philadelphia, reveals her transition from a weight-centric approach to a more inclusive practice that avoids emphasizing weight loss as a primary goal. She discusses the influence of reading literature by fat positive authors and the importance of viewing body health beyond just numbers on the scale. Dr. Gordon also provides practical advice for patients seeking size inclusive healthcare and highlights the significance of self-advocacy in medical settings. Additionally, she talks about the role of medical students in advancing this movement and her own experiences of balancing personal growth with professional practice. Join this insightful conversation as Dr. Gordon dives into the nuances of embodying change and fostering a healthier, more supportive medical environment.

In this episode of Taking Up Space, we discussed:

  • Dr. Mara Gordon's Journey to Size Inclusive Medicine
  • Influence of Literature on Medical Practice
  • Challenges in Traditional Medical Approaches
  • Reevaluating Weight-Centric Practices
  • Promoting Movement Over Weight Loss
  • Navigating Healthcare with Size Inclusivity
  • Finding a Size-Inclusive Primary Care Doctor
  • Advocating for Weight-Neutral Healthcare
  • Doctors' Openness to Patient Advocacy
  • Empowerment in Healthcare
  • Doctors' Perspectives on Weight and Health
  • Medical Education and Size Inclusivity
  • Complexities of Weight and Health
  • Systemic Pressures in Primary Care
  • Personal Reflections on Body Image

Resources Mentioned

About

Mara Gordon MD

Mara Gordon is a family physician on the faculty at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University and a size inclusive doctor who writes and speaks frequently about practicing weight neutral medicine. She is working on a book about body liberation.

Connect with Dr. Mara Gordon: 

https://sites.google.com/view/mara-gordon//

https://instagram.com/maragordonmd

https://maragordonmd.substack.com/

https://x.com/maragordonmd

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