Am I a Candidate?

The surgeons at the Bariatrics of Western NY use guidelines set by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to help determine if you would benefit from Bariatric (weight loss) surgery. Bariatric surgery is usually recommended for people who:

• Are 100 pounds (for men) or 80 pounds (for women) more than your ideal body weight; or have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or greater
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• Have a BMI of 35 or greater with one or more obesity-related health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, or sleep apnea

Other qualifying factors may include:

• History of documented dietary weight loss attempts
• Lifelong commitment to dietary, exercise, and medical guidelines and follow-up care
• Psychological evaluation

Use the BMI calculator to determine if you would be a candidate for Bariatric (weight loss) surgery

Preparing for Bariatric Surgery

Together, we will determine:

• If Bariatric (weight loss) surgery is the right treatment for you
• Which type of procedure is best for you
• If you are mentally and emotionally prepared to make lifelong lifestyle changes
• That you have, or will have, the necessary support system

To prequalify for Bariatric (weight loss) surgery, you will have a series of tests. You also will meet with a nutritionist, psychologist, and other support staff members to prepare you for the changes and challenges that accompany this life-changing surgery.

If you believe Bariatric (weight loss) surgery would be an option for your, call (585) 922-LINK (5465) to register for one of our free informational seminars.

Rochester General Hospital
Medical Office Building (MOB), Suite 225
1415 Portland Ave.
Rochester, NY 14621
(585) 922-2900
(716) 706-8200
Fax: (585) 922-2117

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