29/10/2026
The Changing Landscape of Obesity Treatment: Where Does Bariatric Surgery Fit?
Weight-loss medications and bariatric surgery are important options in the evolving approach to obesity management. However, neither approach is suitable for everyone.
GLP-1-based treatments may help eligible individuals, while bariatric surgery may provide significant and sustained benefits for people with severe obesity and related health conditions.
The right treatment depends on factors such as BMI, overall health, medical history and long-term goals.
In his featured article on Health and Me, Dr Vivek Bindal discusses the role of bariatric surgery in the age of weight-loss medications and highlights the importance of individualised medical guidance.
🔗 Read the full article:
https://www.healthandme.com/fitness/the-changing-obesity-treatment-landscape-where-does-bariatric-surgery-fit-in-the-age-of-weight-loss-drugs-article-156394196
Dr Vivek Bindal
Principal Director & Head – Max Institute of Minimal Access, Bariatric & Robotic Surgery