Warringal Private Hospital
Part of Ramsay Health Care

Bariatric
Surgery

When should I speak to my doctor about surgery?

You should speak to your doctor about bariatric surgery if

  • Your BMI is more than 29
  • You have problems linked to weight such as sleep apnoea, asthma, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and arthritis
  • Your BMI or waist circumference is increasing in between GP visits
  • Your weight is limiting simple activities of daily living and quality of life
  • You are concerned about missing out on those extra years of life

Calculate your BMI here

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  • Find out your BMI and gain an understanding of what it means
  • Find out the health consequences
  • Get practice weight loss information