Bariatric surgery part 1: Understanding the basics. Presented by Merril Bohn, APD
Obesity is a complex condition and statistically most treatment plans are generally ineffective.
In her first webinar Merril gave an update on the procedures available in Australia and which are currently being done.
Merril presented the best practice recommendations for diet pre and post operatively and eating strategies for long term success.
She also explained why surgery is not a miracle cure for obesity. People who have had bariatric surgery require long-term lifestyle changes. Changes which dietitians are well positioned to educate and support them with.
About the presenter:
Merril Bohn is an APD and has been working in the area of Bariatric surgery for over 25 years. She has extensive experience in the area of gastric bands, sleeve gastrectomy and Roux- En-Y gastric bypass. Merril was the first Allied Health dietitian representative on the Obesity Surgery Society of Australia and NZ executive and has been instrumental in establishing both a networking and clinical program at the obesity surgery society conferences. Merril is a sought after speaker on bariatric nutrition and an active member of the health behaviour and weight management DAA Interest group.
For more information and to register for the Bariatric surgery Part 1 webinar recording and associated documents click here.