January 2006
Volume #1 Issue #2

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Cover Story
Understanding the Risks of Bariatric Surgery
By Lloyd Stegemann, MD

Cover Story
A Look at the Studies of the Risks of Bariatric Surgery
By Harvey Sugerman, MD

Nutrition
The Post-Surgery Diet for Bariatric Patients: What to Expect
By Denise Addorisio, RD, CDN

Advocacy
Medicare Releases Proposed New Rules for Weight-Loss Surgery

Obesity-Related Disease
Obesity-Related Conditions From A-Z

Health Q&A
Medical Weight-loss: Dispelling the Myths
By Robert Skversky, MD

Health Q&A
Surgical Excellence Involves More than Just the Surgeon
By Gary M. Pratt, CEO of the Surgical Review Corporation

Patient Profile
Ryan's Story
By James Zervios, OAC Director of Communications

News from the OAC