Am I a Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery?

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Am I a Candidate for weight loss surgery?

Research supports the benefits of  weight loss surgery for those with a BMI between 35 and 39.9 with obesity related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, high blood pressure, osteoarthritis and other obesity related conditions. You could be a candidate for surgical weight loss if you meet any of the following criteria:

  • You are more than 45kg over your ideal body weight.
  • You have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of over 40.
  • You have a BMI of over 35 and are experiencing severe negative health effects, such as high blood pressure or diabetes, related to being severely overweight.
  • You are unable to achieve a healthy body weight for a sustained period of time, even through medically-supervised dieting.

We have various procedures that could help for an individual with a BMI of 27+.

The First Step: Contact our practice on 07 3353 9694 and schedule an obligation fee consultation with our manager Elle.

Step Two: Come in and meet with your surgeon. You will also be provided a more detailed fee structure and quote at this initial consultation. This is where you discuss your eligibility, which surgery is right for you, the costs and funding and what is included in your package.

Step Three: If you are happy to proceed with booking a surgery date, we do ask for a deposit to secure your date. You are welcome to do this at any time as long you have had your initial consultation.

Step Four: Your Pre op requirements is completing a blood test, chest xray, bariatric questionnaire, appointment with the rest of our multi disciplinary team and having your gastroscopy.  Gastroscopy is simple day procedure and this will be further explained to you at your consultation.

Step Five: Funding your Surgery will be discussed further, whether you are insured, uninsured or you are seeking a medical loan or an early release of superannuation.  Rest assured, we will get you on the right track.

The rest will just fall in place as we will guide you through your transformation journey for minimum of twelve months, and as long as you need us.

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