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The document is a summary of a talk by Dr. Manoel Galvao Neto at the Mohak Bariatric and Robotic Center in Indore, India. The talk discusses the latest advancements in weight loss surgeries.<br /><br />Dr. Neto begins by disclosing his professional relationships with various companies in the field. He then explains that bariatric surgery has evolved into metabolic surgery and is now considered the best treatment for Type 2 diabetes in individuals with severe obesity. He stresses that it is a safe procedure and extends the patient's lifespan.<br /><br />He mentions several influential clinical trials that support the effectiveness of metabolic surgery, such as STAMPEDE, SLIMM-T2D, TRIABETES, and CROSSROADS. These trials have introduced new procedures in the field.<br /><br />Dr. Neto then discusses the growth of robotic surgery in weight loss procedures, despite controversial data. He notes that the overall number of procedures remains relatively flat but mentions an increase in "revisional" surgeries.<br /><br />He acknowledges that there are barriers to bariatric surgery utilization, with the procedure being covered by insurance companies and Medicare to varying degrees. However, he emphasizes that obesity is a root cause of many chronic and progressive diseases, and better understanding is needed to increase the utilization of bariatric surgery.<br /><br />Overall, Dr. Neto's talk highlights the advancements in weight loss surgeries, particularly metabolic surgery, and the potential benefits they offer for individuals with severe obesity and related health conditions.

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Manoel Galvao-Neto, MD

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Dr. Manoel Galvao Neto

Mohak Bariatric and Robotic Center

weight loss surgeries

metabolic surgery

Type 2 diabetes

clinical trials

robotic surgery

revisional surgeries

insurance coverage

obesity