Is Weight Loss Surgery For Me?
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If you're struggling with severe obesity, and repeated dieting and exercise just haven't worked, a bariatric (weight loss) procedure may be the solution for you. In fact, when combined with a treatment plan, weight loss surgery is the most effective option to combat severe obesity and maintain long-term weight loss, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Weight loss is a journey, and we're here to help you every step of the way. Many patients experience more than just long-term weight reduction - they experience notable improvement in their health. Through methods including dietary counseling, behavior modification, exercise, support groups and bariatric surgery, we do more than help reduce weight. We change lives.
You may be a candidate for a weight loss procedure if you:
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Are between the ages of 18 and 65 (If you're younger or older, your case may be considered.)
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Have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or above
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Have a BMI of 35 or above, and you also suffer from one or more health problems, such as type 2 diabetes or hypertension
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Have a BMI between 30 and 34 and you also have two or more weight-induced chronic conditions
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Are struggling with an obesity-related condition like hypertension, heart disease or sleep apnea
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Have tried or are currently trying to lose weight through other means such as diet, exercise and behavioral changes with only short term success
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Are psychologically ready for weight loss surgery and willing to commit to a whole new lifestyle
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Do not drink alcohol in excess
Do you know your BMI?
Knowing your BMI is the first step in determining if you might be a good candidate for bariatric surgery. Enter your height and weight in our BMI calculator below and press the calculate button to verify your BMI.
What is BMI?
Body mass index (BMI) is a ratio of weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared. This is the acceptable standard for classifying obesity. A BMI of 30 or greater meets criteria for some weight loss surgery procedures. With a BMI of 35 – 40, many insurance companies require at least one serious medical condition related to your weight. A BMI of 40 or greater is often enough to gain bariatric surgery coverage through your insurance. The major weight related, or comorbid, conditions that lead to bariatric surgery coverage are:
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Asthma
- Severe arthritis
A BMI of 30 or greater often meets clinical criteria for bariatric surgery.
A BMI of 35 – 40 must be associated with at least one serious medical condition like diabetes, sleep apnea or high blood pressure for the sleeve or gastric bypass.
A BMI of 40+ does not typically require an associated medical condition for bariatric surgery insurance coverage.
If you think you qualify, we invite you to take the next step. Contact the bariatric surgery coordinator at DeTar at (361) 788-2613 or register for a seminar.