Conference | NYS Chapter of ASMBS

2026 New York State Chapter
Annual Conference

December 11, 2026

NYU Medical Center Schwartz E

550 First Avenue, New York NY 10016

Join us in New York City on December 11th for the NYS ASMBS Annual Meeting—a one-day event bringing together bariatric surgeons, integrated health professionals, and the full care team.

Set against the energy of NYC, this meeting delivers fresh perspectives, interactive sessions, and practical takeaways designed to elevate care and strengthen collaboration across the field.

Be part of the conversation shaping the future of metabolic and bariatric surgery in New York and beyond.

Course Director:

Manish Parikh, MD

FREE to all NY/NJ/CT-ASMBS members (if you are not a member, please register to become one to take advantage of the free registration)
In person or virtual attendance
One day session packed with relevant topics for the practicing surgeon and integrated health team

New York State Chapter of the ASMBS acknowledges Medtronic and its support

MD NYS Member

FREE!*

Physician Member Registration

IH NYS Member

FREE!*

Integrated Health Member Registration

MD Non-Member

$600

(Become an ASMBS Physician + NYS Chapter Member today for $525* use links below)

Physician Registration

IH Non-Member

$200

(Become an ASMBS IH Member + NYS Chapter Member today for $175* use links below)

Integrated Health Registration

To become an ASMBS Member, please use the link below
https://asmbs.org/membership/

If you're an ASMBS Member and need to become a NYS Chapter Member, please use this link:

MD Members:

https://asmbs.wufoo.com/forms/m1623oaz1lv8w6y/

IH Members:

https://asmbs.wufoo.com.mx/forms/mqovapk1131rf4/

(under member type, please select “I’m not paying dues today, thank you”, then under State Chapter dues, please select “New York”)

* The free registration for the conference will be processed upon receipt of the society membership application confirmation - please forward to bariatrics@asmbsnewyork.org

New York State Chapter of the ASMBS acknowledges Medtronic and its support

TBD

Cocktail Reception for all New York State Chapter Members

(included as part of registration)

Time: TBD

Location: TBD

Friday, December 11, 2026

7:00am - 7:30am

Check-In and Breakfast

Science Building Lobby

7:30am

Welcome and Introduction

Course Director: Manish Parikh, MD

Schwartz E

Current Initiatives of the ASMBS

ASMBS President-Elect Joe Northup, MD

Schwartz E

Keynote Address: "The Value of Bariatric Surgery"

Matt Maciejewski, PhD

Schwartz E

Tailoring Treatment: The Art and Economy of Obesity Care

Moderator: Shawn Garber, MD &Mitch Roslin, MD

Stepwise Approach: Meds then Surgery

Eric Sheu, MD, PhD

Schwartz E

Comparative Effectiveness of Semaglutide and Tirzepatide vs. Bariatric Surgery

Karan Chhabra, MD

Schwartz E

Outpatient Authorization for Bariatric Surgery and the Financial Impact to Hospitals

Manish Parikh, MD

Schwartz E

Magnetic Anastomoses

Michel Gagner MD

Schwartz E

Innovative Strategies in Bariatric Surgery

Moderator: Collin Brathwaite, MD & Dominick Gadaleta, MD

7:30am - 7:50am

7:50am - 8:20am

8:20am - 8:40am

8:40am - 9:00am

9:00am - 9:20am

9:40am - 10:00am

Preserving Advanced Laparoscopic Skill in the Age of Robotics

George Ferzli MD

Schwartz E

Bariatric Surgery and Ventral Hernia Repair: An Algorithmic Approach

Jeff Lipman MD

Schwartz E

BMI > 60: Upfront vs Staged Surgery?

Nick Morin, DO

Schwartz E

10:00am - 10:20am

10:20am - 10:40am

10:40am - 11:00am

Coffee Break

Schwartz E Lobby

9:20pm - 9:40pm

Case Presentation #2 - NYU

Dylan Cuva, MD

Schwartz E

Case Presentation #3 - University of Rochester

Nicholas Hise, DO

Schwartz E

Case Presentation #4 - Montefiore Einstein

Jemma Flood, MD

Schwartz E

IH Session

Moderator: Moyosore Alade, PA

M&M to QI: Turning Adverse Events into Lasting Quality Improvement

Moyosore Alade, PA

Smilow 104

Strategies to Minimize Early Pregnancy After Bariatric Surgery

Siripanth Nippita, MD

Smilow 104

ERAS Protocols for IH Teams: Nursing & APP Implementation

Jennifer Oliver, NP-C

Smilow 104

Long-Term Follow-Up: Keeping Patients Engaged After Year 3

Genna Hymowitz, PhD

Smilow 104

Coffee Break

Schwartz E Lobby

1:40pm - 2:00pm

2:00pm - 2:20pm

1:00pm - 1:20pm

1:20pm - 1:40pm

1:40pm - 2:00pm

2:00pm - 2:20pm

2:20pm - 2:30pm

Anesthesia Considerations in Bariatric Surgery

Sudheer Jain, MD

Schwartz E

DOAC vs. Lovenox for Extended Prophylaxis After Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy

Avery Brown MD

Schwartz E

Post-Bariatric Body Contouring

Ryan Engdahl, MD

Schwartz E

Lunch

Smilow Lower Lobby

Case Presentation #1 - Weill Cornell Medicine

Hossam Abdou, MD

Schwartz E

Surgical Sessions: "Stump the Chump" - Interesting Cases with Videos

Moderator: Daniel Herron, MD & John K. Saunders, MD

11:00am - 11:20am

11:20am - 11:40am

11:40am - 12:00pm

12:00pm - 1:00pm

1:00pm - 1:20pm

1:20pm - 1:40pm

Inadequate Response after Sleeve: Conversion to SADI

Fareed Cheema, MD

Schwartz E

Weight Recurrence: What to Do?

Moderator: Dilendra Weerasinghe, MD & Stephen Merola, MD

Inadequate Response after Sleeve: Conversion to RYGB

Jenny Choi, MD

Schwartz E

Inadequate Response after RYGB: Distalization

Abdelrahman Nimeri, MD

Schwartz E

Inadequate Response after RYGB: Band Over Bypass

Christine Ren Fielding, MD

Schwartz E

Medication Options for Weight Regain after Surgery

Tatiana Figueredo, MD

Schwartz E

Endoscopic Options for Weight Regain after Surgery

Reem Sharaiha, MD

Schwartz E

Questions and Panel Discussion

All Panelists

Schwartz E

Closing Remarks

Manish Parikh, MD

Schwartz E

2:30pm - 2:50pm

2:50pm - 3:10pm

3:10pm - 3:30pm

3:30pm - 3:50pm

3:50pm - 4:10pm

4:10pm - 4:30pm

4:30pm - 5:00pm

5:00pm - 5:10pm

Bridging the Gaps in Bariatric Surgery: Perioperative Care

Moderator: Abraham Krikhely, MD & Nandita Rao, MD

New York State Chapter of the ASMBS acknowledges Medtronic and its support

Speakers & Moderators

Hossam Abdou, MD

Moyosore Alada, PA

Collin Brathwaite, MD

Avery Brown, MD

Jenny Choi, MD

George Ferzli, MD

Fareed Cheema, MD

Dylan Cuva, MD

Karan Chhabra, MD

Ryan Engdahl, MD

Tatiana Figueredo, MD

Jemma Flood, MD

Dominick Gadaleta, MD

Daniel Herron, MD

Michel Gagner, MD

Nicholas Hise, DO

Shawn Garber, MD

Genna Hymowitz, PhD

Sudheer Jain, MD

Abraham Krikhely, MD

Jeff Lipman, MD

Matt Maciejewski, PhD

Abdelrahman Nimeri, MD

Jennifer Oliver, NP-C

Christine Ren Fielding, MD

Stephen Merola, MD

Nick Morin, DO

Siripanth Nippita, MD

Joe Northup, MD

Manish Parikh, MD

Nandita Rao, MD

Mitch Roslin, MD

JK Saunders, MD

Reem Sharaiha, MD

Eric Sheu, MD, PhD

Dilendra Weerasinghe, MD

New York State Chapter of the ASMBS acknowledges Medtronic and its support

Parking Information

See below link for parking options around NYU Medical center

https://nyulangone.org/patient-family-support/parking-in-midtown-manhattan

Another (recommended parking option):

237 FDR Drive

https://maps.app.goo.gl/kGb9yUdAFhCGhhzH6

$25 cash for ~10hours (7a-5p)

(May be a convenient option when leaving since the exit from the conference room is East 30th St)

Discounted Hotel for Conference Attendees

New York Chapter ASMBS Fall Conference - The Shelburne Sonesta New York

Address:

303 Lexington Ave,

New York, NY 10016

Phone:

(212) 689-5200

Day of Arrival Information

Upon arrival to NYU Langone Medical Center (550 1st Avenue)

Please check-in at the visitor’s desk at the main entrance (550 1st Avenue) with photo identification and the email registration
Once you receive your visitor’s pass, you can proceed to the registration desk at Schartz E
Please see map on how to get to Schwartz E from the main entrance

New York State Chapter of the ASMBS acknowledges Medtronic and its support

Welcome Industry Partners

The NYS ASMBS Annual Meeting is your gateway to the bariatric and metabolic community in one of the world’s most influential cities. On October 3rd in New York City, leading surgeons, integrated health professionals, fellows, and rising stars will gather for a concentrated day of learning, networking, and innovation.

As an exhibitor or sponsor, you’ll connect directly with decision-makers in a dynamic, high-energy setting—right in the heart of Manhattan. Showcase your products, build partnerships, and align your brand with the future of bariatric surgery in New York and beyond.

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New York State Chapter of the ASMBS acknowledges Medtronic and its support

Accreditation Statement

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and the New York Chapter of the ASMBS. The ASMBS is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery designates this live activity for a maximum of 8 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

2025 Learner Notification

New York State Chapter of the ASMBS acknowledges Medtronic and its support

2026 New York State Chapter Annual Conference

December 11, 2026

2026 New York State Chapter
Annual Conference