The Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program's role in the evolution of quality in metabolic and bariatric surgery.

The growing prevalence of obesity has driven the widespread adoption of metabolic and bariatric surgery, recognized as the most effective treatment for this population. To improve the quality of care, several countries have established metabolic and bariatric surgery registries to track outcomes, guide performance benchmarks, and advocate for changes and healthcare improvements. In the United States, collaboration between the American College of Surgeons and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery led to the creation of the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program, which has been instrumental in advancing these goals. Ongoing participation in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program has been associated with improved surgical outcomes and enhanced patient safety. Its accreditation standards ensure that participating centers uphold high-quality care and support continuous improvement. Moreover, the program has facilitated the development of standardized guidelines and risk-benefit calculators that are now integral to shared decision-making between patients and providers.