Bariatric Surgery: How Do I Decide?

You can yourself decide whether surgery is right for you by understanding few things as mentioned below:

• Do you have a BMI which is greater than 35 kg/m2?
• Do you have a BMI which is more than 32.5 and are you also suffering from one or more of obesity related diseases like Type 2 Diabetes, Blood Pressure, joint pains, elevated cholesterol levels, or a family history of heart disease or sleep apnoea?
• Have you ever tried diet regimens, or have you consulted nutritionist, behavior therapist for your eating habits?
• Do you understand various metabolic and bariatric surgical procedures?
• Can you follow up with your doctor on post-operative schedule provided to you?
• Since this surgery is a complete life style change, are you committed to adopt it?
• Are you undergoing treatment for depression or mental stress and are your diseases stable on treatment?
• Do you have pragmatic approach and you are motivated to achieve?
• Are you between 18 and 65 years of age?