The ASMBS Foundation's mission statement is to raise professional and public awareness about severe obesity and bariatic surgery through education and obesity research and to support physician and allied health research and public health projects.

Description:
Since its inception, the Walk from Obesity has raised more than $1.6 million to support research and educational programs on behalf of all of those affected by this disease.

The money raised through this event support the ASBS Foundation and the Obesity Action Coalition's independent educational missions. Fund programs focused on research, education and advocacy for all those affected by obesity.

Contact people:

Janelle Heusinger, Walk Leader, (phone), (email) Julie Cozad, Walk Co Chair, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: (515) 241-2265

Address:

1255 Warrior Lane Waukee, IA 50263 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.walkfromobesity.com