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Questions 216.445.2224 Appointments & Locations Take the First Step Learn More Am I A Candidate For Weight Loss Surgery? Am I A Candidate For Weight Loss Surgery? If you're significantly overweight and want to make a lifestyle change, you may be a candidate for bariatric surgery at Cleveland Clinic. Research supports the benefits of weight loss surgery for those with a BMI between 35 and 39.9 with obesity related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, high blood pressure, osteoarthritis and other obesity related conditions. You could be a candidate for surgical weight loss if you meet any of the following criteria: You are more than 100 lbs. over your ideal body weight You have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of over 40 You have a BMI of over 35 and are experiencing severe negative health effects, such as high blood pressure or diabetes, related to being severely overweight You are unable to achieve a healthy body weight for a sustained period of time, even through medically-supervised dieting Learn More Considering a Bariatric Weight Loss Procedure? Considering a Bariatric Weight Loss Procedure? Join an In-Person Seminar Our seminar designed to help you make an informed decision about weight loss surgery. Listen to one of our Cleveland Clinic surgeons describe morbid obesity and the surgical options used to treat this disease. Join Now Watch an Online Seminar Our online seminar provides the same information patients receive at the in-person seminar, available for you to complete at your convenience. Once you've watched the presentations, you will be given questions to ensure you have understood the material provided. Watch Now Read More Articles Learn more about our latest research. Read More Why Choose The Bariatric & Metabolic Institute Why Choose The Bariatric & Metabolic Institute At Cleveland Clinic's Bariatric & Metabolic Institute, world-class doctors evaluate our patients with a thorough physical exam, which may require blood work and other diagnostic tools. With help from physicians in a variety of specialties, our doctors take into account your medical issues when determining the weight loss plan that’s right for you. Our pioneering surgeons perform more than 95 percent of all procedures with minimally invasive (laparoscopic) techniques, improving our patients' healing and recovery time. The level of support provided at Cleveland Clinic’s Bariatric & Metabolic Institute is unparalleled. Each patient is assigned a patient navigator, who serve as a single point of contact throughout your weight loss surgery journey, offering encouragement and support every step of the way. Learn More Bariatric Resources Meet Our Medical Team Treatments Am I A Candidate For Weight Loss Surgery? Insurance and Financial Eligibility Patient Education Support Programs For Medical Professionals Appointments and Locations Medical Weight Loss Program Express Care Online Virtual Visits Express Care Online Virtual Visits Select patients can now see our providers online using their smartphone or computer. Ask your doctor if virtual visits are right for you. LEARN MORE ABOUT VIRTUAL VISITS Patient Stories Patient Stories Successful Bariatric Surgery Helps Mom Lose Weight and Gain a New Perspective on Life Mar 26, 2019 “Now, I have a bright future. I’m more social, I talk to people I don’t know, and I have a different job. Before I wouldn’t have applied for a new job because of my size. I’m much happier.” Read Story Nurse Gets Second Chance at Life After Bariatric Surgery Feb 22, 2018 “I was only in the hospital for a day, then went home, and it was wonderful. I could just tell that my new life began. I sat down and looked out the window, and instead of feeling like I was going to watch the world go by, I knew I was going to be able to move again and be part of it.” Read Story Bariatric Surgery Patient Sheds Pounds and Defeats Diabetes Feb 22, 2018 “It helped going in to know that I had the best on my side. The team was, and continues to be, there for me. Eight years out, and they are still there for me. It hasn’t been an easy process, but with a positive attitude and sticking to doctor’s orders, I’ve never felt better in my life.” Read Story Bariatric Surgery Related Videos Bariatric Surgery Related Videos State of the Clinic 2015: Sones Award Healthy Dose: New guidelines for type-2 Diabetes treatment to include surgery. 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