It is important to understand that surgical treatment is considered only when other weight-loss methods have not been successful. The surgery itself is only a tool to jump-start your body losing weight - complying with diet, exercise and behavior modifications will determine your ultimate success. It is important that our patients make a long-term commitment to their health and the program.
With the commitment to a healthy lifestyle, surgery has the potential to be an effective, long-lasting weight loss method. Patients are likely to lose 50 to 75 percent of their excess weight and should see improvement in conditions linked to obesity, such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
In order to be a candidate for bariatric surgery, a person must be 100 pounds overweight with a BMI of 40 or greater or a BMI of 35 or greater with additional medical problems, such as high blood pressure and/or diabetes.
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Surgery should not be considered until you and your doctor have evaluated all other options. As with all surgeries, there are risks associated with this procedure. Your doctor will determine if you are an appropriate surgical candidate.
If you are interested in learning more about bariatric surgery, please call (973) 450-2393.
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