Am I a Candidate for Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery?

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Am I a Candidate for Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery?

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Am I a Candidate? Quiz

Bariatric weight loss surgery not only leads to dramatic weight loss but also improves or resolves associated health conditions. However, it takes a lifetime commitment. No surgery should be entered into lightly. Take this quiz to see if you meet the requirements to be considered for bariatric surgery.

Have I tried multiple weight loss attempts, but still have not been able to maintain weight loss (diets, exercise programs, etc.)?

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Is my body mass index (BMI) at least 35 and/or do I have associated health conditions (Type 2 Diabetes, Sleep Apnea, High Cholesterol/Dislipidemia, High Blood Pressure, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Depression, Lower Extremity Edema, Arthritis Joint Pain, Shortness of Breath, Coronary Artery Disease)?

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No

Am I 18 years or older?

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No

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