Dr. Edo Aarts is a prominent Dutch bariatric surgeon, healthcare entrepreneur, and clinical researcher based in the Netherlands. He is widely recognized for his expertise in metabolic surgery and his leadership in developing modern, patient-centric obesity treatments.
Professional Leadership
Currently, Dr. Aarts serves as the CEO of MoreCare Clinics, a specialized healthcare group in the Netherlands. He is also the Medical Director of WeightWorks and Allurion Kliniek, where he leads a multidisciplinary team dedicated to combating the obesity epidemic. Under his leadership, these clinics have become centers of excellence, offering both surgical interventions and innovative, non-invasive procedures such as the Allurion swallowable gastric balloon.
Academic Background and Research
Dr. Aarts’ clinical practice is backed by a rigorous academic foundation. He earned his Medical Degree and subsequently his PhD from Radboud University (Radboudumc) in 2014. His doctoral research focused extensively on the outcomes, efficacy, and complication management of bariatric surgery, establishing him as a key opinion leader in the field.
He previously served as the Head of Bariatric Research at Rijnstate Hospital, a renowned center for metabolic health. His contribution to medical science is substantial, with over 80 peer-reviewed publications in international journals. He also serves on the editorial board of Obesity Surgery, the premier journal for the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO).
Innovation and Philosophy
Dr. Aarts is at the forefront of medical innovation, bridging the gap between traditional surgery and modern medical technology. He is a strong advocate for a holistic approach to weight management, emphasizing that long-term success requires a combination of advanced medical tools, nutritional education, and behavioral support. As a speaker and consultant, he frequently shares his insights at international medical congresses, helping to shape the future of bariatric care globally.
Selected publications from PubMed
Same-Day Discharge after Metabolic Bariatric Surgery: Methodological Heterogeneity, Discharge Success Rates and 30-Day Safety Outcomes - A Systematic Review.
Hany M, Torensma B, Ragab A, Abouelnasr AA, Bos D, Ikram A, Aarts E, Berends F
Obes Surg. 2026 Sep;36(9):4991-5010 doi: 10.1007/s11695-026-08880-2.
Editorial: Nutrition for sustainable weight management post-bariatric surgery.
Torensma B, Hany M, Aarts E, Berends F
Front Nutr. 2026;13:1816785 doi: 10.3389/fnut.2026.1816785.
Surgery-induced reduction in inflammation relates to improved neural inhibitory control in obesity.
Kaufmann LK, Custers E, Vreeken D, Snabel J, Morrison MC, Kleemann R, Wiesmann M, Hazebroek EJ, Aarts E, Kiliaan AJ
Brain Behav Immun. 2025 Oct;129:829-838 doi: 10.1016/j.bbi.2025.07.012.
Correction to: Assessment of Preoperative Multivitamin Use on the Impact on Micronutrient Deficiencies in Patients with Obesity Prior to Metabolic Bariatric Surgery.
Sander J, Torensma B, Siepe J, Schorp T, Schulte T, Schmeer C, Gögele H, Böckelmann I, Grabenhorst A, Ockert-Belz I, Berends F, Aarts E
Obes Surg. 2025 Aug;35(8):3354 doi: 10.1007/s11695-025-07970-x.
Reframing Obesity: Physiological Mechanisms, Clinical Diagnosis, and Implications for Metabolic Bariatric Surgery.
Torensma B, Hany M, Aarts E, Berends F, van Wagensveld B, Parmar C, Shikora S, Cohen RV
Obes Surg. 2025 Jun;35(6):2004-2006 doi: 10.1007/s11695-025-07870-0.
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