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Bariatric surgery options for obesity

Expert/s: Dr Michael Hii

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In this episode:

Obesity is the disease of our generation
Managing obesity and the complications of obesity is what occupies most of our time and health dollars
There are now a range of options available to suit each individual patient’s requirements and needs
Surgery for weight loss has become very common and safe

Guest: Dr Michael Hii, Oesophago-Gastric and Bariatric Surgeon

Host: Dr David Lim, GP and Medical Educator

Total time: 42 mins

Recommended resources:

2022 American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO): Indications for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery | Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases

Last Updated: 4 Jul, 2023

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Bariatric surgery options for obesity

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Last Updated: 4 Jul, 2023

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