Manipal Hospitals launches Bariacon 2026 to spotlight weight‑loss breakthroughs in Vijayawada
By ETF Desk
On 23 March 2026, Manipal Hospitals in Vijayawada opened its doors to over 300 surgeons, dietitians and researchers for Bariacon 2026, a flagship event dedicated to innovative bariatric treatments.
The conference, themed ‘The Future of Weight‑Loss Care’, brought together experts to showcase advancements such as minimally invasive gastric sleeves, novel drug therapies, and AI‑driven patient monitoring. It also offered workshops on postoperative care and nutrition management, underscoring the growing importance of bariatrics amid rising obesity rates in India.
Health officials say insights gained could inform local programs in Udupi, enabling practitioners to adopt newer techniques. This development highlights the expanding reach of advanced weight‑loss options across Karnataka. Source: Google News – Manipal.