This column is dedicated to covering a variety of topics relevant to the multidisciplinary care of the bariatric surgical patient.

by Diane E. Weiman, A.C.E. CERTIFIED Diane Weiman (A.C.E certified) is an exercise specialist for Upper Chesapeake Bariatric Surgery at Harford Memorial Hospital in Havre de Grace, Maryland.

This column is dedicated to covering a variety of topics relevant to the multidisciplinary care of the bariatric surgical patient. by Barbara Hodges Klick, RD, MPH Barbara Hodges Klick, RD,

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by Christine Napora, CPC Ms. Napora is the Owner of Bariatric Billing, Coding and Consulting (BBC) Services in Los Angeles, California. She also resides on the ASMBS insurance committee.

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