Candidate Qualification

Do I Qualify? | Bariatric Surgery | Lap Band | Realize Band | Gastric Bypass | Health Benefits | StomaphyX |
Risks | Choosing a Procedure | BMI

There are several factors to consider when deciding if weight loss surgery is right for you.

1. Am I morbidly obese?

There are several medically accepted criteria for defining morbid obesity. You are likely morbidly obese and thus a surgical candidate if you:

• Weigh more than 100 lbs. over your ideal body weight,
• Have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of over 40
• Have a BMI of over 35 and are experiencing severe health related conditions , such as high blood pressure or diabetes, related to being severely overweight, or

2. Dedicated to life-style change and follow-up.
3. Unsuccessful with other medically managed weight-loss programs.
4. Over the age of 18.
5. No uncontrolled psychological conditions.
6. Absence of drug or alcohol abuse.
7. Patient must have documented support of their immediate family.