Am I too big for bypass surgery?

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I want to talk to a doctor about getting bypass surgery but I am afraid of being turned down. My BMI is 54, height 6'5", weight 450lb. I'm nervous because this seems like my only hope. Even if I could exercise it off to a lower BMI that would take years. Is there an upper limit to how big I can be and still get surgery (either BMI or weight)? How much riskier is it?

Pablo Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello, I hope you are well. You should not be a afraid of seeking out help, specially because bariatric surgeons are trained to help patients like you. Although you would need to be evaluated properly, a BMI of 54 would most definitely make you eligible for bariatric surgery. If anything you could be placed on a pre-operative diet, but not turned down completely. I exhort you to be evaluate by a certified bariatric surgery in order to make improvements to your overall health and quality of life. I hope this answer was useful. Please do not hesitate to reach out if anything else comes up.

John Pilcher, MD · Answer

Although you're larger than some people who undergo bariatric surgery, it's not too late for you.  Based on your description, you absolutely are an appropriate candidate for surgery.  Connect with an experienced surgeon, and follow their preparation plan to get the lowest risk.

Best of luck!

H. Joseph Naim, MD, FACS · Answer

You are not a high risk patient.
Just go to an experinced surgeon!
The sooner you do it, the more you'll benefit from effects of Weight Loss Surgery!

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