Obesity Related Diseases

If you are struggling with one or more obesity-related health condition, Lap Band Surgery and Gastric Bypass Surgery may be right for you. Common obesity-related health issues include:

• Type 2 Diabetes
• High Blood Pressure/Heart Disease
• Dyslipidemia/High Cholesterol
• Osteoarthritis of Weight-Bearing Joints
• Sleep Apnea and Respiratory Problems
• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
• Urinary Stress Incontinence
• Asthma and Pulmonary Conditions
• Reproductive Health

Your choice to have Lap Band Surgery and Gastric Bypass Surgery should be based on discussions between you and your doctor. Together, we can help you set goals and strategies for long-term care. Patient selection for Lap Band Surgery and Gastric Bypass Surgery is based on the National Institutes of Health (NIH) criteria include:

• 100 pounds or more above ideal body weight or a BMI of 40 or greater
• BMI of 35 or greater with one or more obesity-related health condition
• Click here to calculate your BMI

Other factors you and your doctor may consider include:

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