Illinois Association of Bariatric Surgeons, Inc.

Incorporated July 2006

Mission Statement

Our mission is to improve the health and quality of life of individuals struggling with obesity through safe and effective bariatric surgery and a multidisciplinary team of medical professionals. We strive to advocate for people with obesity and ensure access to the highest quality of care. This is accomplished by continuously improving the care and treatment of people suffering from obesity through continuing education and innovation while fostering communication between health professionals on obesity. Our goal is to empower patients with the tools and knowledge they need to achieve long-term success in their weight loss journey.

Become a 2026 Partner of the Illinois Chapter

Want to connect with surgeons from the Midwest and healthcare professionals who are the best in the business?  Consider becoming a sponsor of the Illinois Chapter of the ASMBS. Over 100 attendees at each event ready and poised to learn more about your firm/your products/your services.  The old saying goes, “A picture is worth a 1,000 words.”  Check out this short video of how much fun we have connecting and celebrating from a previous Fall Summit.
 
For more information and to secure your sponsorship commitment, refer to our 2025 Sponsorship Packet.

SAVE THE DATE ~ Annual Fall Educational Summit

October 15-16, 2026
Chicago, Illinois
 
For more information to attend and/or sponsor, contact the IABS Executive Director, Chris Glatz, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

2026 Annual Spring Dinner:

Members, guests and business partners enjoyed a fantastic evening at Gibson’s Steakhouse in Oak Brook, Illinois on Thursday, April 23rd. The Illinois Chapter’s Annual Spring Dinner had nearly 100 in attendance and featured keynote speaker, Dr. Adrian Dan, who discussed “Who Owns the Future of Metabolic Disease?”