If you struggle with your weight, you are not alone. Millions of Americans today are considered overweight or obese. Bariatric surgery is intended for people with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or greater. A person with a BMI of 35 or greater and one or more co-morbid conditions may qualify for bariatric surgery.
A co-morbid condition is a disorder or disease you have in addition to a primary disorder or disease you have in addition to a primary disorder or disease - especially if the secondary condition is causee by your primary condition. For example, the primary disease of obesity can lead to several co-moribd conditions, including type 2 diabetes, hypertension (high-blood pressure), high cholesterol, obstructive sleep apnea and many others. Bariatric surgery can, in many cases, improve or resolve co-morbid conditions.
A LIFELONG JOURNEY
Considering undergoing bariatric surgery? You have an opportunity to speak with Naresh Ahuja, M.D., bariatric surgeon and medical director of the New Life Weight Loss Center at Herrin Hospital, in a series of upcoming informational sessions. Held every two weeks, these informative sessions highlight the lifestyle changes you'll need to make to become successful on your journey towards a better quality-of-life. You'll also have an opportunity to hear from a nutritionist and other key medical staff members that ultimately make up your team. Please call (618) 988-6171 to pre-register. **PLEASE NOTE: From time to time, based on demand, the location may change from Herrin Hospital to another locale within the community.
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