Is it possible or recommend to have gastric sleeve for my 36.31 BMI? I’m 5’3 and currently weigh in at 205lbs.

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Hasan Erdem, MD · Answer

Hello,Thank you for your question!
Gastric sleeve surgeries are performed after 35 BMI which means your condition suits.
Best wishes.Dr.HE

Ali Solmaz, MD · Answer

With a BMI of 36.3, gastric sleeve surgery is possible and often recommended if you have weight-related comorbidities like type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or sleep apnea. Most surgeons follow the NIH guidelines, which suggest bariatric surgery for individuals with a BMI of 35+ if they have obesity-related health conditions.
If you don’t have comorbidities, some programs may still approve you, especially if you’ve struggled with weight loss through diet and exercise.

Pablo Garcia, MD · Answer

Hey, thank you for your question Right now your BMI is 36.3 kg/m2. I think you are an excellent candidate for the gastric sleeve, I recommend this procedure because it has a positive metabolic effect, many comorbidities such as diabetes, cholesterol and sleep apnea improve soon after the surgery, less risk of vitamin deficiencies post-surgery, desire to eat decreases and more. The sleeve has a succesful rate among patients, just make sure to get your evaluation from a professional, this way you can evaluate all the available options for your particular case. Hope my answer helped you!

Leah Dill, DO · Answer

Hi there ! Yes, a BMI 35 and over is considered morbid obese. It all depends if you are wanting insurance to cover your procedure, it could happen if it is a covered benefit. If you are wanting to go the self-pay route, you can typically have a sleeve procedure if you have a BMI over 30.

Ariel Ortiz, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi there, you are a perfect candidate for a VSG (Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy) this surgery will help you to have better eating habits and a healthier lifestyle. At 205 Lbs. and 5'3 the BMI is 36.31 Kg/m2, this establishes a diagnosis of obesity class II, and the sleeve gastrectomy has shown to be a very effective metabolic procedure in obesity remission and control of metabolic diseases, helping you to achieve a healthier lifestyle. A.L

Is it possible or recommend to have gastric sleeve for my 36.31 BMI? I’m 5’3 and currently weigh in at 205lbs.

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Is it possible or recommend to have gastric sleeve for my 36.31 BMI? I’m 5’3 and currently weigh in at 205lbs.

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Answer: Yes......

Answer: Yes......

Answer: Candidate for surgery

Answer: Candidate for surgery

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