Am I A Candidate?
Candidates for bariatric (weight loss) surgery must be at least 18 years old and meet the following criteria:
- Body mass index (BMI) of 35 or higher or more than 100 pounds overweight
- BMI of 30 to 34.9 with weight-related medical conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease or sleep apnea
- Emotionally ready for weight loss surgery and ready to commit to a healthier lifestyle
- Not alcohol or drug dependent
Getting Started
Lutheran Hospital offers free in-person seminars to help you decide if weight loss surgery is right for you. If you are ready to take the first step, visit our Get Started page for more details.
Questions? Call (260) 435-7844.