A 2025 systematic review in JAMA Surgery analyzing 42 studies across 15 countries found that bariatric surgery significantly improves short-term employment and work productivity, including reduced absenteeism and better work ability . However, long-term data revealed a reversed U-shaped trend —employment rates improved initially but tended to return to baseline about five years post-surgery. Factors such as older age, female sex, comorbidities, and limited preoperative work experience predicted poorer long-term outcomes.
The review underscores that while bariatric surgery delivers strong early economic and social gains, sustained occupational success requires structured long-term support and rehabilitation strategies to maintain these benefits. To read more ; Click here Could integrating long-term vocational and metabolic follow-up programs after bariatric surgery help preserve…
