Weight Loss Surgery New York

If you have tried to lose weight with diet and exercise alone, you know how challenging it could be. Weight loss is a complex issue. It is not simply resolved by the latest fad diet or fitness training. A combination of physical, behavioral, psychological, and emotional factors can make it very difficult to achieve your weight loss goals. If you have unsuccessfully tried to dial down the scale with diet after diet, then surgical weight loss solutions are for you.

Weight loss surgery, or bariatric surgery, is an effective, long-term weight loss solution for those struggling with being overweight and obese. These surgeries work in three ways.

● Reduce the calories absorbed by the body

● Reduce hunger and appetite

● Limit the amount of food you can eat at a time

When supported by lifestyle changes more than 70% of weight loss surgery patients experience long-term weight loss. These procedures also prevent, cure, or improve comorbid conditions linked to obesity such as sleep apnea, diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.

How do you know if you qualify for weight loss surgery? Typically, a patient can qualify for weight loss surgery if they satisfy the following criteria- 1) a BMI of 35-39.9 combined with health conditions such as high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes qualify you for weight loss surgery OR 2) a BMI of 40 and above. The best approach is to visit a weight loss center or see a weight loss surgeon who can advise you on the best weight loss plan for you.

There are several weight loss procedures available. Read on to find out about the details of each procedure available at our clinic in Long Island, NY