At the conclusion of this activity physicians should be able to:

• Understand some of the major short and long term risks associated with each type of surgery.
• Understand the essentials of screening candidates for bariatric surgery.
• Appreciate the importance of lifetime bariatric patient surveillance.
• Understand the risk management implications illustrated by the three closed claims abstracts.

Each course includes a test. Completed tests are electronically submitted to MAG Mutual by using the "Submit" button at the end of the test. A passing score is 80% or above. If you achieve a passing score, a certificate of completion will be mailed to the address you will give on your test. You must use either Internet Explorer (version 3.0 or higher), or Netscape Navigator (Version 3.0 or higher) to take this test online. If you wish to take a written version of this test, please contact us. You must complete the evaluation at the end of the test before credit can be awarded. Your test form will be electronically scored and the results immediately displayed on your screen.

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(Please note: CME credit for this test can only be given to our insureds)

CME faculty are required to disclose to the audience any commercial relationships that may create or may be perceived as creating a potential conflict of interest with the material being presented or discussed. This disclosure does not reflect on the quality of the activity, but allows participants to make informed judgements regarding program content. The above faculty has an affiliation/financial interest as follows:

Georgette Samaritan R.N., B.S.N.-Employee, MAG Mutual Insurance Company

Mark Fusco, M.D. -- Policyholder

Date of Original Release: February 10, 2006
Termination Date: February 10, 2009

MAG Mutual Insurance Company is accredited by the Medical Association of Georgia to offer continuing medical education to physicians. MAG Mutual Insurance Company designates this educational activity for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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