Our Mission

Parnell Wellness created BariWiki to fill a critical gap in bariatric surgery education. Patients facing weight loss surgery deserve clear, comprehensive, and medically accurate information — not scattered forum posts or outdated pamphlets. BariWiki is our answer: a living encyclopedia that puts over 1,300 bariatric surgery terms, procedures, and care guidelines at your fingertips.

Who BariWiki Is For

BariWiki serves three primary audiences. Patients — whether you are researching whether bariatric surgery is right for you, preparing for an upcoming procedure, or navigating life after surgery, BariWiki provides clear explanations of every term your medical team may use. Healthcare professionals — surgeons, dietitians, nurses, and primary care providers use BariWiki as a quick-reference tool for bariatric terminology, nutritional protocols, and complication management. Researchers — students and academic researchers use our standardized definitions as a reference for bariatric-related studies and publications.

Our Standards

Every BariWiki entry is curated with care. We reference guidelines from the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), peer-reviewed medical literature, and established clinical protocols. Our content is reviewed for accuracy and updated regularly to reflect evolving best practices in bariatric care.

About Parnell Wellness

Parnell Wellness is a health education publisher dedicated to creating evidence-based resources that help people make informed decisions about their health. BariWiki is our flagship publication, and we are committed to expanding it with new terms, deeper articles, and interactive tools to support the bariatric community.

Explore BariWiki

Ready to dive in? Browse the full A–Z encyclopedia of 1,300+ bariatric terms, visit our Resources page for practical vitamin guides and post-op diet stages, or check out our recommended bariatric supplements including Bari Liquid Force. If you find an error or want to suggest a new term, please let us know.

Contact Us

Have a question, suggestion, or correction? We welcome your input. Visit our Contact page to get in touch with the BariWiki team.