Archive for April, 2012

The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) posted a Special Alert on its website recently highlighting two clinical studies published in the New England Journal of Medicine. They are the “first head-to-head studies comparing bariatric surgery to medical therapy.” Headlining the article included the following notes: Bariatric surgery superior to medical treatment producing [...]

It takes a special set of nursing skills to help bariatric patients become successful with long-term weight loss. St. Joseph’s Area Health Services Karie Lindow, RN, recently added Certified Bariatric Nurse (CBN) to her title since earning her credentials based on standards established by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS). As a [...]