The Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) Department of Human Physiology and Biochemistry is organising a seminar, "Comparison of metabolic benefits between bariatric surgery, medicine, and exercise", on Tuesday, 7 November at 16:30 in Auditorium 1 at the RSU Main Building.
Obesity is a complex and pervasive health issue that affects millions of people worldwide, contributing to a range of physical and mental health challenges. Bariatric surgery has emerged as a transformative intervention, offering hope and improved quality of life to those struggling with severe obesity.
In this seminar, we will delve into the multifaceted aspects of bariatric surgery, exploring its mechanisms, long-term outcomes, the role it plays in enhancing overall health and well-being, and possible risks. Additional treatment options as exercise and diet through the lens of head-to-head studies and single-intervention studies will be evaluated and discussed.
Lecturers
Flemming Dela, DMSc, professor of pathophysiology, University of Copenhagen, H-index: 68. Dela is a leader of Xlab and his research focuses on Human Integrative Physiology in Health and Disease. Primary research interests are the influence of physical training on insulin sensitivity and secretion in young and old healthy humans, and in patients with type 2 diabetes. Flemming Dela (2013-2022) has been a Chair of the Scientific board of European College of Sport Science (ECSS).
Maksims Mukāns, general and bariatric surgeon since 2016. Member the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic disorders. Working in AIWA Clinic Internationa Bariatric Center of Excellence. In IBCE, bariatric surgeons together perform more than 500 operations annually. Lecturer in biomedical statistics at RSU.
Guna Bīlande, Certified nutritionist, PhD student (research topic - changes in deacylated ghrelin after bariatric surgery). Specializing in working with bariatric surgery patients for 8 years - nutrition before and after surgery, as well as in the long term.
Moderator
Lead Researcher (Acting), Department of Rehabilitation
Expert
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