In this special report from the annual meeting of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Dr. Stephen Ritz explains what patients can expect from the psychological evaluation prior to weight loss surgery. He also discusses the psychological impact of bariatric surgery, and how to navigate this new terrain. Read the full story
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The Psychology of Weight Loss Surgery: An Interview with Dr. Stephen Ritz, Ph.D.
Posted on 21 August 2009
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Obesity Society Partners with Healthy Interactions on Obesity Prevention, Treatment
Posted on 17 August 2009
Obesity prevention and treatment are the focus of a new partnership between The Obesity Society and Healthy Interactions, a global leader in health education. The two organizations are developing educational tools to support behavioral changes necessary for people to overcome obesity. Read the full story
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Weight Loss Surgery Conference Spotlights Post-Op Support
Posted on 24 June 2009
Post-operative care for weight loss surgery patients is a hot topic at the 26th annual conference of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Go behind the scenes with Craig Thompson, founder of the Weight Loss Surgery Channel, Yvonne McCarthy (BariatricGirl.com) and Chef Dave as they highlight innovative products for patients and other happenings at the event.
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Weight Loss Surgery on the Web – Obesity Help
Posted on 09 January 2009
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Yvonne McCarthy takes a tour of the World Wide Web again, this time she discusses Obesity Help, the largest online community for pre- and post-operative weight loss surgery patients.
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