Maria L. Collazo-Clavell, M.D.

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SUMMARY

Maria L. Collazo-Clavell, M.D., researches the evaluation and management of people with obesity. She also studies long-term results after weight-loss treatments including medicines, endoscopic approaches and bariatric surgery.

Focus areas

• Outcomes of weight-loss treatments. Dr. Collazo-Clavell assesses the effectiveness of weight-loss treatments including new medicines, novel endoscopic approaches and bariatric surgery. She studies the impact of weight loss and mental health after people have bariatric surgery. She assesses novel multidisciplinary practice models to optimize results after this type of surgery.
• Complications of bariatric surgery. Dr. Collazo-Clavell identifies optimal vitamin supplementation to avoid nutritional deficiencies. She describes the management of hypoglycemia and calcium oxalate kidney stones after bariatric surgery.

Significance to patient care

Findings from clinical studies involving multiple disciplines have allowed for a more complete evaluation of people seeking weight-loss options. This improves people's knowledge and decision-making when choosing a treatment. In identifying factors that contribute to long-term success and finding early complications after bariatric surgery, Dr. Collazo-Clavell develops strategies to improve results and prevent complications.

Professional highlights

• Director, Nutrition and Obesity Research Program, Division of Endocrinology, Mayo Clinic, 2022-present.
• Chair, Nutrition Core Group, Division of Endocrinology, Mayo Clinic, 2000-2019.
• Member, Program and Education Committee, The Obesity Society, 2014-2018.
• Member, Self-Assessment Committee, Endocrine Society, 2011-2016.