What is bariatric surgery
All you need to know about bariatric treatment
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What is bariatric surgery and how can it help me lose weight?
If you’re like 59% of European adults, you’re overweight or living with the complex disease of obesity1, diet, exercise and medications can help some people lose weight. But they don’t work well for everyone. Bariatric surgery can be a valid option for people fighting excess weight.
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Before surgery, ask your healthcare practitioner these questions.
Curious about whether you might qualify for bariatric surgery?
Your BMI, or body mass index, plays a key role in determining whether you could be a candidate for weight loss surgery.2 Your BMI measures the ratio of your weight to your height. It is an indicator, not a direct measurement, of your total body fat.
How pharmaceutical treatment can help you lose excess weight
Medication for weight loss is getting lots of attention these days. Weight loss drugs are meant to be used along with diet, behaviour changes, and exercise not instead of them.3 And, as always, education and dialogue between you and your healthcare team are key.
How can a patient organisation help me?
Don’t forget to explore obesity patient organisations or associations as part of your research process. Not all countries have them. But if yours does, it can serve as a great resource. Here are some of the ways they can help.
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9 tips to finding peace of mind at the right bariatric clinic
Deciding to pursue bariatric surgery is a big decision on its own. Add choosing a clinic to the challenge, and it can feel downright overwhelming. Keep these tips in mind as you start to explore your options.
It's all about trust - does your surgeon have yours?
It’s not uncommon for patients to worry whether they’re getting unbiased advice from private healthcare professionals.
Still have doubts?
Bariatric surgery is a big decision! And it makes good sense to do your research. Whilst the list of concerns can vary from person to person, certain themes often come up. We hope the answers to these common questions help you decide what’s right for you.
Get ready for a successful consultation
Before surgery, ask your healthcare practitioner these questions.