Deciding whether to pursue weight loss surgery is a deeply personal decision that involves careful consideration of your health, lifestyle, and long-term goals. At MISH Hospital, we believe that informed patients make the best decisions about their care.
Are You a Candidate?
Bariatric surgery is generally recommended for individuals with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, or a BMI of 35 or higher with one or more obesity-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, sleep apnea, or severe joint disease. Recent guidelines have also expanded eligibility to include patients with a BMI of 30 or higher who have uncontrolled metabolic conditions.
Questions to Ask Yourself
Have you struggled to achieve or maintain weight loss through diet, exercise, and other non-surgical methods? Are obesity-related health conditions affecting your daily life and long-term health outlook? Are you prepared to commit to the lifestyle changes required after surgery, including modified eating habits, regular physical activity, and lifelong nutritional supplementation?
What to Expect
Weight loss surgery is not a quick fix. It is a powerful tool that, when combined with behavioral and dietary changes, produces significant and sustained weight loss. Most patients lose 50 to 80 percent of their excess body weight within the first 12 to 18 months after surgery. Beyond weight loss, many patients experience resolution or improvement of conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and joint pain.
The team at MISH Hospital in Lenexa, Kansas provides comprehensive support from your initial consultation through long-term follow-up. To learn more about whether bariatric surgery is right for you, call (913) 322-7408 to schedule an evaluation.