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Bariatric Surgery
A one-day course to develop an understanding of the surgical options available to patients requesting Bariatric surgery as an aid to weight loss.
Course Content
NICE guidelines for Bariatric surgery explained
The multi-disciplinary team – who is involved & why
Applied anatomy and physiology
The risks and benefi ts of surgery
Surgical options – Gastric Bypass/ Banding/Switch/Balloon
Patient journey – Pre-op to discharge meeting the 18-week challenge
Surgery in action – band & bypass
Diet – changes, habits & supplements
Motivation and support Networks
Psychological issues / physical issues
Plastic surgery - body image & relationships
Aims/Outcomes
- Develop awareness of the knowledge & skills used to provide an evidence based Bariatric Surgery Service
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To understand the risks and benefi ts of Bariatric surgery
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To develop an awareness of The Patient Journey
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Identify the need for a multi-disciplinary team approach to Bariatric care
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Develop an awareness of issues related to obesity & weight loss in
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morbid/super obesity patients.
This course will be attended by
- Nurses
- Allied Health Professionals
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