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Supporting the Practice of Obesity Medicine

The American Society of Bariatric Physicians (ASBP) exists to advance and support the physician's role in treating overweight patients. ASBP is a medical professional association for physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants who are focused on the treatment and management of overweight and obese patients and their related conditions and co-morbidities. ASBP is the primary source for clinical education and training for the medical management of obesity. Physician supervision is necessary to detect and treat weight-related medical conditions. A program supervised by a physician who is a member of ASBP and who has completed specialized training in obesity medicine offers a comprehensive and effective approach to maximizing overall health and reversing co-morbidities.

Obesity Medicine Practice Guidelines

To ensure the highest standard of medical practice, ASBP has developed obesity medicine guidelines that outline four medical body fat reduction/weight loss methods: dietary modification, exercise prescription, behavior modification and, when appropriate, medication.

Why Join ASBP?

Learn More About ASBP and how joining ASBP can help improve your practice and help you more effectively treat overweight and obese patients by reviewing ASBP Membership Benefits.