Healthy Weight/Obesity - Bariatric Surgery

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• American Dietetic Association Pocket Guide to Bariatric Surgery

  Last Reviewed: 2013-07-24 – Book  

  This 2009 American Dietetic Association pocket guide for health professionals covers pre and post-operative nutrition care, weight management topics including weight loss surgery, the nutrition care process, co-morbidity issues and long-term care post surgery. ISBN 978-0-88091-424-6.

  Target Audience: Professional

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• Bariatric Surgery - A Primer

  Last Reviewed: 2013-07-24 – Research Report/Paper  

  This clinical review from Canadian Family Physician reviews the management of bariatric surgical patients noting that lifelong monitoring by a multidisciplinary team is essential.

   Target Audience: Professional

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