Obesity rates continue to rise in the U.S., increasing the need for doctors who understand the many facets of the disease and related health problems. Now, physicians who want to become specialists in weight management will have the chance to become certified in a specialty all their own as Obesity Medicine Physicians. Read the full story

With more than 20 years’ experience as a bariatric surgeon, Dr. David Provost has helped thousands of patients begin a new and healthier life after weight loss surgery. Dr. Provost was previously the Medical Director for the Surgical Management of Obesity at UT Southwestern Medical Center and has taught weight loss surgery procedures to hundreds of medical students and doctors. He is an active member of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and sits on the Board of Directors for the ASMBS Foundation.

Dr. Provost believes strongly in the benefits of patient support both before and after weight loss surgery. He joins the Weight Loss Surgery Channel as an advisor and expert commentator on the surgical treatment of obesity.

With more than 13 years of practice as an laparoscopic surgeon to his credit, Dr. Adam Smith is experienced, having performed more than 2,000 procedures.

Dr. Smith is Associate Clinical Professor in bariatrics at the University of North Texas, and is a member of  the American Society for Bariatric Surgery, the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons, the Texas Osteopathic Medical Association, the Texas Medical Association, the Tarrant County Medical Society, and many other professional organizations. As a successful Lap-Band patient himself, Dr. Smith is highly committed to the total treatment of the bariatric patient and is a strong proponent of ongoing post-operative care.