2020 Resolutions: Long-Term Weight-Loss Success

Is weight loss your 2020 New Year's Resolution? Like many of us, the answer is likely yes. However, if you have a BMI score of 40 or more (about 100 pounds overweight) and have tried diet, exercise and other lifestyle changes and have not achieved your ideal weight, consider weight-loss surgery. You also may be a candidate for bariatric surgery if you have a BMI of 35-39 with specific significant health problems like Type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea or high blood pressure.

Weight-loss surgery can produce significant and sustained weight loss, resulting in improved health. There are many procedures that can help you achieve your desired weight and health goal. But the decision to have surgery should not be taken lightly. It’s important to take the time to find out which procedure is right for you and how to find the best bariatric surgeon.

Effectiveness of Weight-Loss Operations

The two most common weight-loss operations today are gastric sleeve and bypass. They are known to be most effective when:

Regardless of what procedure is chosen, the key is using the weight-loss operation to implement lifestyle changes. These surgeries truly are a tool to help control hunger and portion size, but that’s it. The rest is up to you.

Considerations and Expectations

Following are some things to consider when deciding which surgery is right for you:

In the end, your surgeon can’t tell you what the best operation is for you. If you are a qualified candidate for weight-loss surgery, any of these options will work well. You know you best so you should decide what’s best for you.

Learn More about Culver City Weight-Loss Surgery

We are nationally accredited which means you can trust the high-level of care we provide. To find out if weight-loss surgery is right for you and the different procedures offered at Southern California Hospital at Culver City, click here or call (310) 836-7000.