South African Society for Surgery, Obesity and Metabolism (SASSO) | World Obesity Federation

South African Society for Surgery, Obesity and Metabolism (SASSO)

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SASSO has been the paramount organisation advocating for the field of metabolic medicine in South Africa. Having been founded by Professor Tess van der Merwe nearly three decades ago, the organisation's ultimate mission is to ensure the advancement, diversification, and safeguarding of this medical discipline nationwide.

President: Professor Tessa Van der Merwe

Representative: Leon Wentzel | Email

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