Weight stigma refers to societal devaluation of people because of their body weight or body
size. In North America and many Western societies, individuals with higher weight (eg …

Objective The development of these updated clinical practice guidelines (CPG) was
commissioned by the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, The Obesity …

Abstract Purpose of Review Bariatric surgery is the most effective treatment for severe and
complex obesity; however, the risk of developing nutrient deficiencies varies based upon the …

Objectives Bariatric surgery is the most clinically effective treatment for people with severe
and complex obesity, however, the psychosocial outcomes are less clear. Follow-up care …

Purpose While bariatric surgery generally shows successful weight loss outcomes in
patients with obesity, weight regain exists. The aim of this qualitative study was to improve …

Purpose Engaging in a healthy lifestyle after bariatric surgery is essential to optimize and
sustain weight loss in the long term. There is promising evidence that social support of …

Obesity is highly stigmatized, and individuals who undergo bariatric surgery are subject not
only to weight stigma, but also to stigma related to the procedure itself. Patients lost to follow …

Primary care is central to ongoing health care following bariatric surgery and patients
indicate a preference for receiving follow‐up support by their primary care practitioner …

Benefits of bariatric surgery for obesity related comorbidities are well established. However,
in the longer term, patients can become vulnerable to procedure specific problems …

Background Bariatric surgery may increase the risk of micronutrient deficiencies; however,
confounders including preoperative deficiency, supplementation and inflammation are rarely …