Bariatrician Dr Alistair Vickery and Bariatric Surgeon Dr Jeff Hamdorf will co-present on the treatment and management of bariatric patients. Invitations to this highly educational event are extended to GPs and other allied health professionals.

Learning objectives for this event include:

1. Define the multiple types of bariatric surgery options currently available
2. List the benefits, shortcomings and effectiveness of each surgery option
3. Recognise which patients would be good candidates for each surgery
4. Explain the importance of long term follow-up and management
5. Describe the many lifestyle changes required to sustain weight loss

This is an RACGP Accredited Activity that attracts 4 Category 2 RACGP points.