Description

The postgraduate diploma was created to take the professional through the essential knowledge in each and every one of the areas that make up a high-level Bariatric Unit"

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Obesity is the most common metabolic disease in the western world and one of the most important health problems in developed countries. Nowadays, surgery is considered to be the only treatment capable of offering a substantial and sustained weight loss over time, reducing comorbidities and improving patient quality of life.  

In the last decade, the number of annual bariatric procedures has skyrocketed exponentially, leading to an increase in the creation of multidisciplinary bariatric surgery units throughout the world. This has generated a greater demand for healthcare professionals involved in the treatment of this pathology, and training and accreditation programs in bariatric surgery have increased.  

Bariatric surgery has undergone a spectacular development in recent years, the expansion of surgical indications hand in hand with metabolic surgery, technological and robotic innovation, the emergence of new surgical techniques and the exponential growth of vertical gastrectomy, the difficulty to standardize the most effective treatment for weight regain and recurrence of comorbidities, all these factors force both the general and digestive surgeon as well as the specialist in bariatric surgery to update their knowledge, study the available evidence, and develop new skills that will allow them to keep up with the changes and continue to offer good quality treatment to their patients.  

This postgraduate diploma has been conceived to offer medical professionals the necessary specialization to practice as a bariatric surgeon. This training is a unique opportunity as it contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. Its topics allow specialists to access all the necessary knowledge based on scientific evidence and adapt their training process to their personal and professional needs.  

Our teaching staff is integrated by different medical professionals of recognized prestige belonging to the field of Obesity (surgeons, endocrinologists, nutritionists, psychologists, gastroenterologists, etc.), who are also references in the field of bariatric surgery. A multidisciplinary team of experienced professionals who will faithfully develop theoretical knowledge and apply their practical experiences to the service of the student, one of the differential qualities of this postgraduate diploma. 

A unique specialization program with which you can achieve professional success"

This postgraduate diploma in Endoscopic and Percutaneous Treatments. Surgical Treatment for Obesity offers you the characteristics of a high-level scientific, teaching, and technological course.  These are some of its most notable features:  

  • Latest technology in online teaching software. 
  • Highly visual teaching system, supported by graphic and schematic contents that are easy to assimilate and understand.  
  • Practical cases presented by practising experts. 
  • State-of-the-art interactive video systems. 
  • Teaching supported by telepractice.  
  • Continuous updating and recycling systems. 
  • Self-regulating learning: full compatibility with other occupations. 
  • Practical exercises for self-evaluation and learning verification. 
  • Support groups and educational synergies: questions to the expert, debate and knowledge forums. 
  • Communication with the teacher and individual reflection work. 
  • Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection. 
  • Supplementary documentation databases are permanently available, even after the course. 

The teachers of this postgraduate diploma have been selected based on two criteria: the excellence of their medical practice in the field of the creation, promotion and maintenance of bariatric units, and their proven didactic capacity. All in order to offer you the high quality training program that you need"

Our teaching staff is composed of medical professionals, practising specialists. That way we can be sure you will receive the training update we are aiming to provide. A multidisciplinary team of qualified and experienced physicians in different settings, who will develop the theoretical knowledge in an efficient manner, but, above all, will bring to the course the practical knowledge derived from their own experience: one of the differential qualities of this program.

This mastery of the subject is complemented by the effectiveness of the methodology used in the design of this postgraduate diploma. Developed by a multidisciplinary team of e-learning experts, it integrates the latest advances in educational technology. In this way, you will be able to study with a range of easy-to-use and versatile multimedia tools that will give you the necessary skills you need for your specialization.  

The design of this program is based on Problem-Based Learning: an approach that conceives learning as a highly practical process. To achieve this remotely, we will use telepractice:  with the help of an innovative interactive video system, and learning from an expert, you will be able to acquire the knowledge as if you were actually dealing with the scenario you are learning about. A concept that will allow you to integrate and fix learning in a more realistic and permanent way. 

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With a methodological design based on proven teaching techniques, this postgraduate diploma will take you through different teaching approaches to allow you to learn in a dynamic and effective way"

Objectives

This program aims to train highly qualified professionals for the workplace. An objective that is complemented, moreover, in a global manner, by promoting human development that lays the foundations for a better society. This objective is focused on helping surgical professionals reach a much higher level of expertise and control, meeting all the requirements in the field of bariatric surgery. A goal that, in just a few months, you will be able to achieve with a highly intensive and precise course. 

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Our goal is yours: to provide you with the best online training and specialization course in Bariatric Surgery on the market. A highly qualified step, from the hands of the best professionals in this specialty"

General Objectives

  • Learn the key elements of obesity surgery 
  • Perform an exhaustive review of the latest scientific evidence available  
  • Describe and understand the most advanced techniques in bariatric surgery 
  • Describe the theoretical framework and praxis of multidisciplinary obesity teams  
  • Describe the aspects of clinical management 
  • Describe the aspects of economical management  
  • Describe the medical legal aspects of bariatric surgery 
  • Describe the different endoscopic and percutaneous techniques in the treatment of obesity
  • Analyze the short-term to medium-term results achieved with these procedures  
  • Evaluate complications  
  • Establish the mechanisms of action for each technique
  • Know the historical background and beginnings of obesity surgery
  • Study the different surgical techniques in the treatment of obesity
  • Establish which is the most appropriate surgical technique for each patient

Specific Objectives

  • Gain an in-depth understanding of obesity as a clinical condition and its pathophysiology 
  • Correctly evaluate a patient with obesity 
  • Learn advanced practical knowledge of dietary, pharmacological treatment and movement education of obesity 
  • Establish the physiological basis of action in these procedures 
  • Describe the development of techniques 
  • Analyze hormonal effects 
  • Justify the causes of decreased appetite 
  • Analyze the safety of treatment  
  • Evaluate the quality of life during and after the treatment 
  • Describe adjuvant methods with a synergistic effect in these procedures
  • Know the historical framework of the origin of each of the bariatric techniques
  • Describe step-by-step the development of surgical techniques
  • Establish the physiological bases and mechanisms of action in these procedures
  • Highlight the most accepted indications of each of the interventions
  • Analyze the short- to medium-term results achieved with these procedures
  • Explain the postoperative complications associated with each of the different surgical techniques
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A unique specialization program that will allow you to acquire advanced training in this field"

Postgraduate Diploma in Endoscopic and Percutaneous Treatments. Surgical Treatment of Obesity

Challenge the limits of medicine and become an expert in endoscopic and percutaneous treatments for the surgical treatment of obesity! TECH Global University School of Medicine invites you to embark on a revolutionary educational experience through our Postgraduate Diploma in Endoscopic and Percutaneous Treatments, taught online. Imagine having the knowledge and skills necessary to perform cutting-edge procedures, providing innovative solutions to patients struggling with obesity. With our program, you will become a leader in your field and be prepared to face the most complex challenges that the world of medicine presents. In this Postgraduate Certificate, you will explore the latest advances in medical technology and learn how to use cutting-edge tools to improve your patients' quality of life. In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate in real case studies and practice your skills in a high-fidelity simulated environment. Our faculty is composed of highly qualified professionals with extensive experience in endoscopic and percutaneous treatments. They will guide you through a comprehensive and enriching curriculum, addressing topics such as advanced endoscopic techniques, minimally invasive percutaneous procedures and innovative therapies for obesity management.

Studying at TECH will open doors to incredible opportunities.

Upon completion of this program, you will receive a Postgraduate Diploma in Endoscopic and Percutaneous Treatments certificate, endorsed by a world-renowned institution. This achievement will highlight your specialized skills and knowledge, opening doors to new career opportunities and giving you a competitive edge in the medical field. Our institution stands out for its innovative and future-oriented approach to medical education. Upon completion of our program, you will be prepared to work in leading hospitals, specialized clinics and world-renowned research centers, actively contributing to the fight against obesity and improving the health of society. Are you ready to transform your medical career and become an expert in endoscopic and percutaneous treatments? Join us on this exciting academic adventure and discover the endless possibilities that lie ahead.