Is Weight Loss Surgery Right for Me?
The Criteria
What does it take to qualify as a Bariatric surgery candidate? If you meet the following criteria, treatment may be a possibility for you:
- 100 pounds or more over your ideal body weight
- A Body Mass Index (BMI)* of 40kg/m2 or 35-39.9 with co-morbidities (Use our Body Mass Calculator to determine you BMI.)
- Failure at previous weight loss attempts
- Limitations in daily activities, such as performing job duties and caring for your family.
*The BMI correlates with the amount of fat in a person’s body; a BMI between 25 and 29.9 is considered overweight, 30 or higher is considered obese. Find out your BMI by using our Body Mass Calculator:
Please note that you must be prepared to make substantial changes in eating habits and lifestyle. If you meet the criteria and would benefit from bariatric surgery, please contact us at 915-594-5250 or 877-DELSOL7.
BMI Chart
- BMI Weight Status
- Below 18.5 Underweight
- 18.5 - 24.9 Normal
- 25.0 - 29.9 Overweight
- 30.0 and Above Obese