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American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the field of weight-loss surgery and metabolic health. It brings together surgeons and healthcare providers who specialize in procedures that help people with severe obesity improve their health, manage related conditions like diabetes, and enhance their quality of life. ASMBS sets clinical standards, promotes research, education, and safety in bariatric surgery, and advocates for patients. Its goal is to improve outcomes and ensure that these medical treatments are safe, effective, and accessible.