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The National Institute of Health sets minimum requirements for consideration
as a bariatric surgery candidate. Those requirements are as follows:
- 100 pounds or more over ideal body weight or a BMI of 40 or greater
- A BMI of 35 or greater in addition to one or more obesity-related
health conditions
Other qualifying factors might include:
- History of documented dietary weight loss attempts
- Lifelong commitment to dietary guidelines, an exercise routine, medical
guidelines, and follow-up care
- Psychological evaluation
Together, the patient and bariatric surgeon will take steps to determine
the following:
- If surgery is the proper treatment in each individual case
- What type of procedure would be most beneficial for the individual
patient
- Patient’s mental and emotional preparedness for making lifelong
lifestyle changes
- The patient has a sufficient support system available to help the
patient through the surgery and recovery process, in addition to supporting
lifestyle changes
Patients can expect the pre-qualification process to include a series
of tests. Additionally, patients will be expected to meet with a nutritionist,
psychologist, and other necessary support staff members in multiple
sessions leading up to the surgery. Each healthcare professional will
help the patient to prepare for the changes ahead and the challenges
that are associated with those changes.
Individuals who believe that bariatric surgery would be beneficial to
their health and wellness should contact a bariatric surgeon or a trusted
medical professional to learn more about this type of weight loss treatment
and begin the pre-qualification process.
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