In this engaging webinar, host Alex Craven and distinguished panelists offer an insider’s look at the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) 2024 Global Congress in Melbourne, Australia. The event attracted over 1,700 delegates from 74 countries. Panelists, including IFSO Congress President Ahmed Ali and current IFSO President Dr. Ricardo Cohen, shared their excitement about the congress’s success and its theme of “Integration.”
Highlights include:
- Global Participation: Delegates traveled from Uzbekistan, Armenia, and Mauritius.
- Focus on Innovation: Discussions on artificial intelligence transforming bariatric and metabolic surgery.
- Groundbreaking Developments: Dr. Cohen previews the upcoming Lancet Commission on Clinical Obesity, aiming to redefine obesity as a disease.
- Collaborative Spirit: Emphasis on integration between surgical and non-surgical disciplines, with record attendance from dietitians, physicians, and nurses.
- Personal Touches: This is a tribute to Ken Loy, an Australian surgeon who was part of the organising committee but passed away before the congress.
