The Integrated Health Communications Committee has recently developed a poster for members to display in their offices, waiting rooms, exam rooms, or any other areas. The poster is designed to let patients know the employees of your program are proud members of ASMBS and let them know the valuable work of the Society. The poster is available as a free download or can be purchased through the ASMBS Online Store.

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The Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP) has launched a new surgical risk/benefit calculator that will provide metabolic and bariatric surgeons and their patients with accurate, patient-specific information to guide surgical decision making and informed consent.

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Highlighted Abstract Surgery vs. Medical Management: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Background Bariatric surgery has been shown to improve diabetic outcomes in patients with BMI over 35 kg/m2 even before significant weight loss occurs. The surgery itself may be a significant contributor to this improvement and could have a similar effect on patients with BMI under 35 kg/m2. This study compared the diabetic outcomes in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and BMI…

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Highlighted Abstract: Bariatric surgery for morbid obesity can help correct several comorbid conditions, including diabetes and hypertension. In most patients, this results in a reduction or discontinuation of corresponding prescription medications.

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