Are You a Good Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery?
Our metro Atlanta-based bariatric clinic is committed to helping you attain the healthy lifestyle you’ve always wanted. Our surgeons, Dr. Michael Williams and Dr. Brendon Curtis, will provide you with personalized care and attention and use only the safest and most advanced surgical procedures to help you reach your weight loss goals.
BMI Calculator
The BMI number is a measure of body fat based upon the height and weight of adults (20 years and older). It compares your weight to your height and expresses this number as “kilograms per meter squared” For example, if your BMI is 35, this means you have 35 kilograms of body fat for every square meter of your height.
BMI Categories:
- Underweight = less than 18.5
- Normal weight = 18.5 to 24.9
- Overweight = 25 to 29.9
- Obesity = BMI of 30 or greater
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Your BMI is , indicating your weight is in the overweight category for adults of your height.
People who are overweight or obese are at higher risk for chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol.
Anyone who is overweight should try to avoid gaining additional weight. Additionally, if you are overweight with other risk factors (such as high LDL cholesterol, low HDL cholesterol, or high blood pressure), you should try to lose weight. Even a small weight loss (just 10% of your current weight) may help lower the risk of disease. Talk with your healthcare provider to determine appropriate ways to lose weight.
Your BMI is , indicating your weight is in the obese category for adults of your height.
People who are overweight or obese are at higher risk for chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. At a minimum, anyone who is obese should try to avoid gaining additional weight. In addition, anyone who is obese should try to lose weight. Even a small weight loss (just 10% of your current weight) may help lower the risk of disease. Talk with your healthcare provider to determine appropriate ways to lose weight.
Other Factors to Consider
If your BMI is in the “Obesity” range, you may still need to meet other requirements to have surgery. Before you can qualify for weight loss surgery, other non-invasive methods of treatment must have been tried without success. This will include diet, exercise, medication, and more. If you have not yet tried one (or most) of these non-invasive methods, you will be encouraged to explore these options before committing to surgery.
Types of Weight Loss Surgery Atlanta Residents are Using
There are several types of weight loss surgery in Atlanta, GA. Here is a brief explanation of what’s offered at our bariatric center.
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Your Journey to Weight Loss Success Can Begin Today
We are committed to not only treating your immediate surgical needs but also helping you achieve lasting health by making informed decisions about your weight and establishing healthy habits. Our staff are excited to meet you and begin helping you with your weight loss journey!