Using guidelines established by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), patients weighing more than 100 pounds over their ideal body weight, or a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or higher are candidates for surgical treatment. Patients with a BMI between 35 and 40 may be candidates for surgery if they suffer from comorbid conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, lung disease, severe reflux disease, and/or arthritis.

You can calculate your BMI by clicking on the following link:

Bariatric Surgery - BMI Calculator

Univeristy Medical Group, Department of Bariatric and General Surgery offers two bariatric procedures...

• Laparoscopic Divided Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
• Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding (Lap Band)

Both surgical options include...

· comprehensive pre-surgical evaluations

· complete nutritional assessment and unlimited pre-surgery and post-surgery nutritional support from our two experienced registered dietitians

· complete pre-surgery psychological evaluation and post-surgery psychological support

· weekly pre-surgery and post-surgery group support sessions run by the psychologist, a surgeon, or a dietitian

If you are interested in information about our surgical program or attending one of our free information sessions contact our office by using the "Contact Us" tab.