• Romanian bariatric surgeon with over 700 procedures performed. • Provides over 1,800 consultations annually. Gained mentorship from leading bariatric surgery experts. • Published 120+ articles on bariatric surgery. • Emphasizes patient involvement in weight loss decisions. • Practices at the “Centre Chirurgical de l’Obésite” in Marseille and Toulon.
Introduction Weight stigma, defined as negative attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors directed toward individuals based on their weight status, has emerged...