Qualifying for Weight Loss Surgery

Qualifications for Weight-Loss Surgery

These points are a guideline only. They serve to address the major areas of interest that we explore in determining if you are a good candidate for bariatric surgery. 

• BMI of 35 (approximately 80-100 lbs. over ideal body weight) or BMI of 30 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.
• No uncorrected metabolic disease that may cause obesity.
• No other serious medical condition(s) that would make surgery too hazardous.
• No unstable or untreated psychological illnesses and/or unrealistic expectations of surgery and weight loss.
• No abuse of addictive drugs or alcohol—preferably for at least 12 months.
• Sufficient motivation to make the LIFELONG changes in eating habits and exercise required for success post bariatric surgery.
• Willingness to make a formal commitment to the bariatric surgical procedure of your choosing and to yourself.

*Please note, we are currently accepting Medicare patients, but are not accepting any new Medicaid at this time.