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Key questions on bariatric surgery (1.5 CPD hours)

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Surgeons Mr Simon Monkhouse and Miss Sally Norton answer questions from GP Dr Martin Shields on when to refer and managing post-operative problems.

 

Learning objectives


This module will give update your knowledge on bariatric surgery, including:

  •          NICE referral criteria and age limits for surgery
  •          Advising patients on the available options
  •          Identifying common short and long term problems after surgery
  •          Managing patients who have had surgery abroad and require follow-up
  •          The effect of surgery on co-morbidities

This module will be free for all registered members of Pulse Learning until 7 December 2011.

 

 


          

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