Who should consider bariatric surgery/ weight loss surgery
People that have a BMI of over 40 should consider weight loss surgery
People that have a BMI of over 35 with significant health problems such as:
- High blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Arthritis
- Sleep apnoea and snoring
- High cholesterol
- Family history of heart disease
- Previous attempts at weight loss have failed
- Committed to lifestyle change with realistic weight loss goals
Not everyone is suitable for weight loss surgery. It is a tool rather than a magic solution. A lot patients have tried many diets, quick weight loss, and joined many exercise programs. These work but only temporarily. The weight bounces back quickly like a yoyo.
Weight loss surgery will help to keep the weight down more permanently. We are an experienced group of professionals who will help you to achieve your weight loss goals.
Central Coast Weight Loss and Minimally Invasive Surgery provide people with weight issues a specialist surgical and weight loss clinic. Dr Ken Wong, a specialist weight loss surgeon specialises in Lap Band Surgery, Sleeve Gastrectomy and other procedures requiring keyhole surgery.