I have a BMI of 32. Can I have a sleeve?

A BMI between 30-34 is a candidate for weight loss surgery if traditional therapies have been unsuccessful. Sleeve is a great option. I cannot recommend lap band. I am a surgeon in Louisiana and my next statements reflect this bias. Do not have surgery in Mexico!! Before going to Mexico, answer these questions for yourself. What physician will care for me where I live after surgery? Is there a surgeon where I live who will care for me if I have a complication? Since my health insurance doesn't cover surgery, how will I pay for any care after surgery if I have any problems when I return?

Hello, DearThank you so much for your questions.According with your BMI you are a great candidate for hastricc sleeve.But first you must be evaluated by a Certified Bariatric Surgeon.Best regards

You can get the gastric sleeve, however there is not an insurance company that would pay for that operation. While you could pay cash for the operation, it is likely that insurance won't pay for it, because there has not been a good long-term study of the effects of those operations on lower BMI patients such as yourself. There has been good studies showing this works well with the Lap-Band.I'd suggest that   you find and discuss this with a weight loss surgeon. Good luck.