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.