About ASBP - A Professional Association for Bariatric Medicine

The ASBP is a medical professional association for physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants focused on the treatment and management of overweight and obese patients and their related conditions. Learn more about ASBP Membership Benefits.
ASBP is the primary source for clinical education and training for non-surgical medical management of obesity. Learn more about CME and training opportunities.
ASBP was founded in 1950 and is the oldest medical association focused on the education and training of medical professionals treating and managing obese patients and associated diseases. Learn about the history of ASBP. Get answers to Frequently Asked Questions about obesity.

ASBP provides collaborative practical clinical information to doctors and medical professionals, so they can implement and run a successful medical bariatric practice. Learn more about CME and training opportunities.
ASBP provides resources, including tools, templates and advice for medical bariatric practices, whether they need a marketing brochure, treatment guidelines or practical business information to run a successful clinic. Visit the Online Store to learn more about these valuable resources.
ASBP offers a body of knowledge in the practice of bariatric medicine that includes multi-disciplinary techniques and specialized intervention guidelines to help doctors treat overweight and obese patients. View ASBP Position Statements.
ASBP hosts conferences and symposiums for bariatric physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants to gather and share information about treating patients and running a successful practice. Learn more about upcoming Conferences.
To ensure the highest standard of medical practice, we have developed Bariatric Practice Guidelines that outline four medical (non-surgical) body fat reduction/weight loss methods: dietary modification, exercise prescription, behavior modification and when appropriate, medication.

Everyone, medical or otherwise, recognizes the obesity epidemic in the U.S., yet many physicians and medical professionals don’t have the practical and clinical information necessary to effectively treat overweight and obese patients. Get answers to Frequently Asked Questions about obesity.
ASBP provides the information, tools and templates for physicians and medical professionals to easily answer the question from patients, “how do I lose weight?” and effectively help them improve their overall health and well being. Visit the Online Store to learn more about these valuable resources.
Physician supervision is necessary to detect and treat weight-related medical conditions. A program supervised by a physician who is a member of the ASBP and who has completed specialized training in bariatric medicine, offers a comprehensive and effective approach to maximizing overall health and reversing co-morbidities. View 2010 ASBP award winners.