The ASMBS Textbook of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Third Edition

The ASMBS Textbook of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Third Edition (2026) – PDF eBook

The ASMBS Textbook of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Third Edition is a comprehensive medical reference covering the latest advances in metabolic and bariatric surgery. This updated edition includes 74 chapters aligned with the American Board of Surgery’s Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Focused Practice Designation (FPD) blueprint.

The textbook explores obesity as a disease, physiological changes following bariatric procedures, modern surgical techniques, clinical outcomes, and the prevention, diagnosis, and management of complications.

Additional topics include revisional surgery, emerging endoscopic treatments, weight-loss medications, quality improvement, and the management of special and high-risk patient populations.

Designed for medical students, residents, fellows, practicing surgeons, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals, this textbook provides valuable clinical knowledge and educational resources.

Key Features

What’s Inside?

• 74 comprehensive chapters covering metabolic and bariatric surgery.
• Updated surgical techniques, procedures, and clinical outcomes.
• Diagnosis and management of postoperative complications.
• Revisional and reoperative bariatric surgery.
• Emerging endoscopic therapies.
• Weight-loss medications before and after surgery.
• Special and high-risk patient populations.
• Examination-related questions for FPD preparation.
• Selected educational images and video references.

Digital PDF Benefits

• Digital Format: Access the textbook as a PDF file.
• Convenient Access: Read on compatible computers, tablets, and smartphones.
• Portable Reference: Keep a comprehensive surgical resource available for study and clinical reference.
• No Shipping Required: This is a digital product, not a physical book.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a physical textbook?

No. This product is a digital PDF eBook. No physical book will be shipped.

Which edition is included?

The Third Edition, published in 2026.

How many pages does the textbook contain?

The textbook contains 819 pages.

What language is the textbook written in?

English.

Who is this textbook suitable for?

Medical students, surgical residents, bariatric surgery fellows, practicing surgeons, and healthcare professionals specializing in obesity and metabolic care.

What is the ISBN-13?

978-3032242778.