Bariatric Surgery Center

Is Bariatric Surgery Right for You?

Referral Criteria

Many people in the medical field consider bariatric surgery to be a "life-saving" procedure. However, like all surgery, there are risks. So, it shouldn't be considered "cosmetic surgery." It is intended to lengthen lives by reducing obesity-related health complications.

Our surgeons follow strict guidelines to determine whether a patient is an appropriate candidate for the operation. The point: to be certain the risk of not having surgery outweighs the risk of potential complications from having surgery.

  • 100 pounds or more over ideal body weight
  • Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or more
  • Body Mass Index (BMI) of 35 or more and experiencing obesity-related health conditions, such as high blood pressure or diabetes
  • Ages 18 to 65
  • Ages over 65 are considered on a case by case basis
  • Proven failure to maintain healthy weight with conventional programs and medically supervised dieting
  • High risk of obesity-related health conditions

See also points to consider.