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Pre-determination evaluations include a medical and dietary
history assessment, a fitness status assessment and a
psychological readiness assessment. Some examples of criteria
that must be met Exhibit severe obesity (BMI of 40 or more) or
obesity with associated complications (BMI of 35 or more with
diabetes, high blood pressure, heart and/or lung disease or
sleep apnea). Have tried unsuccessfully to lose weight through a
structured medical weight loss program that included diet,
exercise and Limitations to performing activities of daily
living, including family and work functions. Willingness to make
the changes in eating habits and behavior that will be necessary
to meet and maintain weight loss and health goals after surgery.
Understanding of the selected procedures, risks of surgery and
effects after surgery, including dietary and exercise Do I
qualify for Weight Loss Surgery? Physicians and healthcare
professionals commonly use the "Body Mass