Bariatric Surgery for Primary Care: When to Refer and How to Support Patients Pre- and Post-Surgery.

To review the primary care provider's (PCP's) role in the management of obese patients who may be candidates for metabolic and bariatric surgery, including early identification and referral, preoperative preparation, risk assessment, and long-term postoperative care. He we synthesize current guidelines and evidence to equip PCPs with practical strategies for management of metabolic and bariatric surgery patients.