Body mass index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to both adult men and women. If you are concerned about your BMI number, please contact your doctor.

BMI Categories:
Underweight = <18.5
Normal weight = 18.5-24.9
Overweight = 25-29.9
Obese = 30-34.9
Severly Obese = 35 – 39.9
Morbidly Obese = 40+

• Overview
• Patient Follow-up
• Post Surgical Care
• Refer a Patient
• Surgical Criteria
• Updates

Long-Term Follow-up

• Regular laboratory assessment for bariatric surgical patients is important to ensure patients are not developing any biochemical or nutritional deficiencies during their first year after surgery. Our office can provide you information regarding the recommended laboratory studies and intervals of testing.
• After the first year, annual monitoring is strongly recommended
• Patients should visit with a bariatric surgeon annually for a review that should include labs, physical examination, and the latest information regarding their continuing care.

Bariatric Surgical Patient Follow Up

Recommended basic laboratory studies and intervals

*Additional studies may be warranted if clinically indicated.