American Society of Bariatric Physicians (ASBP)

What is the American Society of Bariatric Physicians (ASBP)?

The ASBP was formed in 1950 to encourage excellence in the care of the overweight. This organization fosters this excellence through continuing postgraduate medical education, the exchange of obesity information among members, and research on the prevention, cause, effects and treatment of overweight conditions. The ASBP is committed to ongoing excellence in education, research, and the prevention of overweight conditions.

What is a Bariatric Physician?

As a member of the ASBP, a bariatric physician is dedicated to the principle of providing his patients the finest care available in the field of bariatric medicine.

An Important Tool In Weight Loss and Weight Control

Weight loss and weight control is a specialized science, with research advancing care on a continuing basis. Hope is on the horizon for dieting prescription medications that make the diet process easier for patients and the results longer lasting. Bariatricians are skilled in knowing when and how to prescribe medications to ensure safer and more effective results.

Understanding Pays Off

Obesity can be defined as an excess of body fat (20% or more above the ideal weight) frequently resulting in a significant impairment of health. Being overweight is often accompanied by other serious medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, premature heart attacks, and premature aging. It's worth your time to select the medical program that uses state-of-the-art weight control methods.

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