Frequently asked questions

Who can get weight loss surgery?

Weight loss surgery is an effective treatment for people who are struggling with obesity and/or experiencing other medical complications, such as obstructive sleep apnoea, coronary artery disease, type 2 diabetes, fatty liver, osteoarthritis/joint pain, cancers and decreased fertility.

While some people are able to manage excess weight through diet and exercise, 95% cannot and weight loss surgery provides another option.

Patients who have a BMI greater than 35, and patients with a BMI greater than 30 and experiencing health complications associated with excess weight are excellent candidates for bariatric surgery.

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