MISSION STATEMENT
The Louisiana Chapter of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (LA-ASMBS) is dedicated to advancing the care of the bariatric patient in the state of Louisiana.
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  • Through a statewide network of bariatric surgeons and associate members, LA-ASMBS is actively engaged in legislative efforts and advocacy focused on improving quality and access to care for Louisiana residents.​
  • The LA-ASMBS promotes fellowship among the state’s bariatric providers as well facilitating the active interchange of ideas and best practices through educational events and annual meetings.
  • Sponsorship of public events is promoted as a way to increase public awareness of the problem of obesity in the state of Louisiana.
  • LA-ASMBS seeks to enroll all practicing bariatric providers in the state of Louisiana and speak with one voice for the bariatric patients of our state. 
LEADERSHIP
OFFICERS
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Shauna Levy, MD
​President

Michael Cook, MD
Vice-​President

Peter Lundberg, MD
Secretary

Jessica Gorham, MD
Treasurer

Vance Albough, MD
STAR

Laura Boyer, FNP-C
IH STAR

William   Richardson, MD
​Immediate Past President