What questions should I ask at a bariatric consult?
10 Questions to Ask your Bariatric Surgeon
- Do I qualify for a surgical or non-surgical bariatric procedure?
- What type of medical tests do I need before surgery?
- What risks are involved with the procedure?
- How quickly can I expect to start losing weight?
- Is the procedure reversible?
- How long is the recovery process?
How do I prepare for a bariatric consultation?
Make sure you understand your responsibilities after bariatric surgery and how you can best prepare yourself for the postop lifestyle, even before you’ve had surgery. Lastly, come to your consultation with lots of questions. Many will have been answered for you during a seminar or through your research online.
What do I tell my doctor to get bariatric surgery?
Make an Appointment with Your Primary Care Physician Tell your GP that you are interested in weight loss surgery and are seeking a referral. Discuss your present health conditions or any medications you are on and how these may be affected with surgery.
Why was bariatric surgery denied?
These can include denial for not meeting a clearly specified criteria such as level of obesity, not passing psychological exams (diagnosed with bipolar disorder or untreated depression can result in denial), to not going to an approved nutritionist.
What is the minimum weight for bariatric surgery?
To be eligible for bariatric surgery, you must be between 16 and 70 years of age (with some exceptions) and morbidly obese (weighing at least 100 pounds over your ideal body weight and having a BMI of 40).
What is required before bariatric surgery?
To be eligible for weight-loss surgery, you must meet the following requirements: Have a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, or have a BMI between 35 and 40 and an obesity-related condition, such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure or severe sleep apnea.