Expert InterviewVKTX
Slingshot members are talking to an expert! The topic is:
Evaluating the New Data from Viking's VK2735 Obesity Program from ObesityWeek 2024
Executed on:Jan 6, 2025 3:00 PM EDT
Call Duration:30 minutes
Expert Profile
ExpertBlinded Expert
Institution: University of California at San Diego
- Board-certified Obesity Medicine Physician and Medical Director for the Weight Management Program at UC San Diego Health
- Treats over 100 patients per year with obesity with a variety of methods including surgery, medication, nutrition, behavior, and lifestyle support.
- Clinical interest in metabolism, weight regulation, treatment of obesity and weight-related medical conditions; Research interests include anti-obesity medications, obesity medicine education and bariatric surgery.
Interview Goal
This interview aims to discuss the latest findings from Viking Therapeutics' VK2735 obesity program, specifically data presented at ObesityWeek® 2024. The focus will be on understanding VK2735's dual-action mechanism, weight loss effectiveness, tolerability profile, and its potential for transforming obesity treatment through both oral and injectable formulations. Additionally, we will explore the implications of these findings for future dosing and maintenance strategies in metabolic disorder management.