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. 2021 Aug;31(8):3854-3856.
doi: 10.1007/s11695-021-05404-y. Epub 2021 Apr 8.

COVID-19 Vaccines: Special Considerations for the Obese Population

Nicholas Kipshidze  1 , Nodar Kipshidze  2 , Martin Fried  3
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COVID-19 Vaccines: Special Considerations for the Obese Population

Nicholas Kipshidze et al. Obes Surg. 2021 Aug.
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Conflict of interest statement

Relationships with industry: NiK is a Founder of Endobar Solutions LLC, and holds stock. NoK is a consultant to Endobar Solutions LLC. MF received research grants from Endobar Solutions LLC.

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Approved and investigational weight loss therapies along the risk/benefit spectrum and the effects of obesity and weight loss on the immune system
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