Bariatric Medicine Course

Session Information

Regional Event: national
Start Date: 08/22/2025 1:00 pm
End Date: 08/22/2025 2:40 pm
Location: Celebration 9

Speakers in this session...

  • Wilfred Aguila

    Wilfred Aguila MD

    For over 25 years, Dr. Wilfred Aguila has been at the forefront of medical weight management, hormone optimization, and aesthetic wellness. Board-certified by the American Board of Surgery and a fellow of both the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Dr. Aguila combines medical expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.

    A Florida native and graduate of the University of Miami School of Medicine, Dr. Aguila is the founder of Weight Success Centers, LLC, with locations in Tampa, Brandon, Clearwater, and The Villages. His practice offers medically supervised weight loss, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, peptide therapy, and advanced aesthetic services through its cosmetic affiliate, Tampa Aesthetics.

    Having personally overcome a 70-pound weight loss journey, Dr. Aguila brings unmatched relatability to his work—offering patients both medical insight and motivational support. His unique combination of proprietary weight-loss protocols and hormone optimization has helped hundreds achieve lasting improvements in health, energy, and confidence.

    A nationally recognized expert in the field, Dr. Aguila has been featured in Shape, Women’s Health Magazine, and Woman’s Day, and was the host of the nationally broadcast Dr. A Show. He continues to be a trusted voice in the health and wellness community, dedicated to empowering patients through education, innovation, and personalized care.

    Sessions...

    Bariatric Medicine Course
    Regional Event: national
    Start Date: 08/22/2025 1:00 pm
    End Date: 08/22/2025 2:40 pm
    Location: Celebration 9
    Session details

    This course provides a comprehensive overview of bariatric medicine, focusing on the foundational knowledge required for effective treatment and management of obesity. The course covers key physiological and psychological aspects of obesity, the multidisciplinary approach to treatment, and various medical and surgical interventions. Participants will gain an understanding of the latest research, evidence-based treatments, and practical strategies for addressing the medical, psychological, and lifestyle aspects of obesity. Special attention will be given to bariatric patient assessments, non-surgical and surgical treatment options, and the importance of a holistic, patient-centered approach to care.

    By the end of the course, participants will be better equipped to manage bariatric patients effectively, provide compassionate care, and navigate the complexities of obesity treatment in clinical practice.

    Learning Objectives

    1. Understand the key physiological, genetic, and psychological factors contributing to obesity and their implications for patient care and treatment strategies.
    2. Identify and apply comprehensive assessment methods for bariatric patients, including medical, dietary, and psychological evaluations, as well as appropriate diagnostic tools.
    3. Evaluate and compare non-surgical and surgical treatment options for bariatric patients, considering factors such as lifestyle interventions, pharmacological treatments, and the role of bariatric surgery

     

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This course provides a comprehensive overview of bariatric medicine, focusing on the foundational knowledge required for effective treatment and management of obesity. The course covers key physiological and psychological aspects of obesity, the multidisciplinary approach to treatment, and various medical and surgical interventions. Participants will gain an understanding of the latest research, evidence-based treatments, and practical strategies for addressing the medical, psychological, and lifestyle aspects of obesity. Special attention will be given to bariatric patient assessments, non-surgical and surgical treatment options, and the importance of a holistic, patient-centered approach to care.

By the end of the course, participants will be better equipped to manage bariatric patients effectively, provide compassionate care, and navigate the complexities of obesity treatment in clinical practice.

Learning Objectives

  1. Understand the key physiological, genetic, and psychological factors contributing to obesity and their implications for patient care and treatment strategies.
  2. Identify and apply comprehensive assessment methods for bariatric patients, including medical, dietary, and psychological evaluations, as well as appropriate diagnostic tools.
  3. Evaluate and compare non-surgical and surgical treatment options for bariatric patients, considering factors such as lifestyle interventions, pharmacological treatments, and the role of bariatric surgery

 

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