Criteria for Surgery

We want to give you the best chance for a healthier life. If you are thinking about having weight loss surgery through HealthEast Bariatric Care, you need to:

Be at least 100 pounds above your ideal weight or have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or more OR
Have a BMI of between 35 and 39.9 with serious health problems that may be improved with surgery. Calculate your BMI here.
Have participated in structured weight loss programs and be able to provide documentation.
Be healthy enough to have surgery.
Stop smoking.
Be well informed about the surgery, including risks, benefits, uncertainties and post-operative expectations, anticipated and expected lifestyle changes.
Have strong family support.
Be psychologically stable.
Be cancer-free for five years or more.
Be committed to a healthy lifestyle for the rest of your life.
Agree to be part of long-term follow up.
Not become pregnant or desire pregnancy for two years after surgery.
Understand that weight loss surgery is only a tool.