You are a candidate for bariatric surgery if you exhibit or meet these indications:

• BMI of 40 (approximately 100 lbs. over ideal body weight) or BMI of 35 and associated co-morbidities (medical problems associated with and/or caused by obesity).
• Significant previous efforts at weight loss have been made. Preferably, these attempts have been in nutritionally-safe and medically or peer-supervised programs.
• You have no uncorrected metabolic disease that may cause obesity.
  You have no other serious medical condition(s) that would make surgery too hazardous.
• You have no unstable or untreated psychological illnesses and/or unrealistic expectations of surgery and weight loss.
• You have not abused addictive drugs or alcohol—preferably for 12 months—or have completed a treatment program. You are not a tobacco smoker or are willing to stop smoking prior to your surgery. (We are experts at helping people quit!!)

• You possess sufficient motivation to make the LIFELONG changes in eating habits and exercise required for success post-bariatric surgery.
• You are willing to make a formal commitment to the bariatric surgical procedure of your choosing and to yourself.

(We have a “Moderate BMI, Band Study” in place for those with a BMI of 30-34. Please let us know if you are considering this option.)

Please remember that this is just a general guideline. It is best to ask your physician or us for a specific evaluation of your condition. To learn more, check on how to get started or contact us for other details.

Are You Overweight?

The medical community uses a term called Body Mass Index or “BMI” to determine how overweight a person is. Typical BMI may be from 25 to 30. Individuals with a BMI over 35 may qualify for bariatric surgery. (A BMI of 30 to 34 may qualify you for our “Moderate BMI, Band Study.”)

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