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Are You a Candidate for Bariatric Surgery?

Health Questionnaire

Qualifications for bariatric surgery can vary based on factors such as a person's health, body mass index (BMI), and previous weight loss attempts. Patient selection for weight loss surgery is based on the National Institutes of Health criteria:

  • BMI of 35 or greater with one or more obesity-related health conditions

  • 100 pounds or more above ideal body weight or a BMI of 40 or above

  • Certain obesity-related health conditions, such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, and joint problems

  • Psychological assessment to ensure realistic expectations and mental preparedness for the surgery and the lifestyle changes it entails

Health Risk Assessment (HRA)

A Health Risk Assessment (HRA) is an incredibly valuable tool for anyone considering or actively pursuing weight loss. It provides a personalized, data-driven approach that goes far beyond just stepping on a scale. Here's why it's important to get a health risk assessment for weight loss:

  1. Personalized Starting Point:
  • Identifies Individualized Risks: Weight loss isn't a one-size-fits-all. An HRA uncovers specific health conditions (diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure), family history, lifestyle habits (smoking, alcohol, stress), and even psychological factors that impact weight. This is crucial because it highlights your unique risk factors, not just general ones.
  • Baseline Data: It establishes a clear health baseline (blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, body fat, etc.) against which progress can be measured, making the journey more tangible and motivating.

2.     Informs a Safer and More Effective Plan:

  • Tailored Approach: Knowing a person's specific health profile allows healthcare providers (doctors, dieticians, trainers) to create a weight loss plan that is safe, effective, and sustainable for them. For instance, someone with knee problems will need low-impact exercise recommendations.
  • Avoids Harmful Mistakes: Without an HRA, someone might embark on an extreme diet or exercise regimen that could be detrimental given their pre-existing conditions or limitations.

3.     Empowerment Through Knowledge:

  • Informed Decision-Making: When people understand their own health data, they can ask better questions, advocate for themselves, and make more informed decisions about their care and their weight loss journey.

Your journey to lasting well-being begins with understanding.

Take Your Health Health Questionnaire today!

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