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Dr. Blackstone explains how to know if you are a candidate for gastric bypass surgery.
Dr. Blackstone:
In general, people identify themselves by their Body Mass Index, and so the first thing for you to do is to calculate your Body Mass Index using a Body Mass Index calculator.
Once you know that, then if your Body Mass Index is at least 35 and if you have other medical problems that are related to your weight, then you may be a candidate for a gastric bypass or a LAP or an adjustable gastric band.
About Dr. Robin Blackstone, M.D.:
Visit Dr. Blackstone at Scottsdale Bariatric Center