Are You A Candidate?

There are a number of widely accepted criteria which make a patient suitable for Bariatric or weight loss surgery:

Weight greater than 45kg above the ideal body weight for sex, and height.
BMI > 40 alone or >35.
Associated with an obesity illness , such as diabetes or sleep apnoea.
Previous attempts at other weight loss methods including diet and/or drugs.
Obesity related health illnesses.
No psychiatric or drug dependency problems.
A capacity to understand the risks and commitment associated with the surgery.

There is considerable flexibility in these guidelines. Sometimes a lower BMI between 30-35 is accepted if comorbidities exist.

Healthy Mind

Step 1: Prior to surgery where our surgeon, counsellor and dietician will meet with you on an individual basis.

This is a time to empower you by discussing and heightening your awareness of your general life long patterns.

Healthy Body

Step 2: One of our surgeons will discuss the issues related to obesity and talk in depth about the various surgical options that are available so that you are fully informed and can make an educated decision.

Healthy Living

Step 3: The key to a good long term outcome is the restriction conferred by surgery combined with healthy eating and exercise.

It is important that we find you an graduated exercise program that you enjoy and the lifestyle coach is trained to help you achieve this goal.

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