
Weight loss surgery is commonly known as bariatric surgery and involves surgical procedures done on the stomach and/or intestines to help a person with extreme obesity lose weight. Weight loss surgery is usually an option for persons who have a BMI above 40. It is also an option for people with a BMI of 35 to 40 and who are experiencing health problems.
The decision to take the surgical route is a personal one that requires careful consideration and the appropriate education and guidance from healthcare professionals. Please take a moment to read through the information on our site to find out more about bariatric surgery. If you would like more information, be sure to sign up online for one of our free informational seminars conducted by one of our surgeons. You may also register by calling 877-468-1262.