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American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

  • Bariatric Surgery
  • Resistance Training

May 2025 (A): Expert-based physical activity guidelines for metabolic and bariatric surgery patients: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials

Understand and describe how PA contributes to weight loss, cardiometabolic improvements, and the preservation of muscle mass and bone density in MBS patients. Learners will be able to list and explain the specific physical activity recommendations for cardiovascular exercise, resistance training, and lifestyle modifications tailored to the needs of MBS patients. Outline the recommended timeline for initiating and progressing PA interventions before and after surgery, including preoperative preparation and postoperative recovery phases. Understand the Importance of Multidisciplinary Support in Enhancing PA Success.

Credit & MOC Details

Credit information is provided by the course provider. We recommend confirming credit eligibility with the provider or your licensing board before starting the activity.

Credit types

This is a journal-based activity. Credit is earned after completing the required reading and assessment; the amount shown is the provider-reported available credit.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1 credit

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 1 pointABS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1 point

FDA REMS

No

Qualifies for MIPS

No
  • Journal-based
  • Credit · Up to 1 credit
  • MOC · Up to 1 point
  • Fee · varies
  • Released
    May 5, 2025
  • Last day to claim credit
    May 2, 2028 2 years left