Postoperative Management After Metabolic Surgery: Role of the Family Physician

The authors explore the critical role of family physicians in the postoperative management of patients who have undergone metabolic and bariatric surgery for obesity. They emphasize the need for family physicians to be well-versed in the potential complications, neurohormonal changes, and necessary adjustments in treatment to effectively monitor and support improvements in obesity-related conditions. The paper highlights the importance of comprehensive care in the long-term management of these patients.