Oxford Mississippi Obesity Surgery

Obesity and the associated health problems have an extremely negative impact on the quality of life and ability to enjoy normal activities. It limits your mobility. It limits your enjoyment. It limits simple pleasures in life. For many obese individuals who have lost weight in the past, but have been unable to keep it off with diet, exercise and/or medication, weight loss surgery may be the answer. Weight loss surgery has been shown to be the only treatment that can provide permanent weight loss results for the majority of severely obese people.

Who Is A Surgical Candidate?

Listed below are the clinical guidelines for obesity surgery:

• Meet the Institutes of Health (NIH) criteria:
  - about 100 lbs. over your ideal body weight, or
  - have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of over 40, or
  - have a BMI of over 35 and are experiencing severe negative health effects, such as high blood pressure, obstructive sleep apnea or diabetes, related to being severely overweight
• Documented unsuccessful attempts to lose & maintain required weight loss
• Absence of medical conditions that could cause obesity (rare)
• Absence of drug and alcohol problem
• No uncontrolled psychological conditions
• Consensus after bariatric team evaluation: psychologist, physician, dietitian
• Dedicated to lifestyle change and follow-up

A very important factor is the commitment on the part of the patient to long-term follow-up care. We strive to motivate patients to success with a clear understanding of the dietary, exercise and medical guidelines that must be followed for the remainder of their lives.

If you would like to learn more about how to get started, Click here to register for our free informational Weight Loss Surgery Seminar.

Seminar. Our seminars are designed to provide you with the information you need for deciding if weight loss surgery is appropriate for you. Dr. King will discuss the various weight loss surgeries and explain in detail the benefits, as well as the risks and potential complications. You will also have the opportunity to hear from patients who have changed their lives through weight loss surgery.

Why weight?

Contact Oxford Bariatric today to begin your journey to consistent, long-term weight loss with obesity surgery in Oxford Mississippi!