Who is eligible?

Currently, patients who wish to undergo bariatric or obesity surgery must meet the following guidelines:

• Age 18 - 60* with two previous documented attempts at weight loss.
• Body Mass Index(BMI) over 40 or between 35-39 with two obesity related conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes.
• Letter of recommendation from a primary care provider.

*Patients over the age of 60 will be considered for surgery on a case by case basis.

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