We get it - losing weight isn't always easy. Maybe you've been trying to
get rid of those extra pounds for year. But they won't budge. Diet, exercise
and other methods can help some people maintain a healthy weight. For
others though, weight loss surgery (also called bariatric surgery) may
be the best option against obesity.
West Jefferson bariatric surgery
Here at the Center for Surgical Weight Loss (CSWL) at West Jefferson Medical
Center, our krewe is ready to share the love—with the weight loss
tools you need to succeed. We know that achieving long-term weight loss
isn’t one-size-fits-all. So, your weight loss plan shouldn’t
be either. Our team of bariatric surgeons, behavioral health specialists,
dietitians, and nurse practitioners works together to create a weight
loss plan that’s unique to you and your goals.
Bariatric surgery is the term used to refer to different types of weight
loss surgery. It’s a treatment option for those who struggle with
obesity. During bariatric surgery, a bariatric surgeon changes the size
of the stomach or the small intestine.
Studies have shown that weight loss surgery and lifestyle changes lead
to better, longer-lasting weight loss compared to lifestyle changes alone.
Bariatric surgery is for people who struggle with obesity. To measure obesity,
we use Body Mass Index (BMI). It calculates a score based on your height
and weight:
BMI < 18.5 = Underweight
BMI 18.5–24.9 = Normal
BMI 25–29.9 = Overweight
BMI 30–34.9 = Obese
BMI > 35 = Extremely obese
People who qualify for bariatric surgery usually are in the extremely obese
category. They also haven’t had long-term success with other weight
loss methods.
The main benefit of bariatric surgery is that it can help with obesity
and related conditions. More than one in three adults in the U.S. suffers
from obesity. Extra body fat increases your risk for health issues like
heart disease, high cholesterol, stroke, diabetes, sleep apnea, and cancer.
Weight loss surgery can help improve or even prevent some of these conditions.
And in some patients, it can add 10–15 years of life.
Bariatric surgery is safer than some common procedures like knee replacement
or gall bladder surgery. But it does come with some risks. Your care team
will talk through all possible risks with you before your procedure. Risks
may include infection, bleeding, dehydration, or malnutrition.
You’ll meet with your bariatric surgeon many times before your procedure
to make sure it’s safe for you. You’ll also have extensive
follow-up, so you recover safely.
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