Criteria for Surgery
What are the requirements to become a candidate for our program?
The major requirements to be considered for surgery are:
- You must be 100 pounds above your ideal body weight or have a body mass index (BMI) of greater than 40. Calculate your BMI here.
- You must be between the ages of 20 and 55. Anyone younger or older will be reviewed on an individual basis by the surgeon.
- You must have documented failed attempts at weight loss in the past
- You must have health complications associated with obesity
- You must have no psychological contraindications
- You must be able to understand the surgery and its risks
- You must be able to comply with the dietary and exercise requirements
