Am I a Bariatric Candidate?

Who is a Good Surgical Weight Loss Candidate?

Individuals may be considered for weight-loss surgery if they:

• Weigh 100 pounds or more above ideal body weight
• Have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or more
• Have a BMI of 35 - 40 with high risk for related conditions, or major physical problems are impairing the patient's life
• Have tried all methods of losing weight
• Have weight-induced medical problems, including diabetes, coronary artery disease, hypertension, sleep apnea or joint pain.

The Institute for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery will consider patients for weight-loss surgery if they:

• Have no endocrine cause of obesity
• Understand the surgery and risks
• Have no drug or alcohol problems
• Have no uncontrolled psychological conditions
• Are dedicated to lifestyle change and follow-up
• Have a good support system
• Are considered a good consensus candidate after evaluation by our team of physicians and other experts