Am I Weight Loss Surgery Candidate?

Learn if you qualify as a weight loss surgery candidate.

Qualifications for weight loss surgery is based on recommendations established by the National Institute of Health (NIH) to guide patient selection. Generally, if you are committed to lifestyle changes, you may be considered for weight loss surgery based on the following indications:

  • Having a weight greater than 100lbs above ideal body weight
  • Having a body mass index (BMI) greater than 40
  • Having a BMI of 35-40 with obesity-related illnesses such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, or sleep apnea
  • Having failed previous weight loss attempts with a medically supervised program
  • Being well-informed and motivated

In addition, your insurance company may have it's own specific criteria. It is important to check with your insurance company to verify that it provides coverage for bariatric surgery and that you meet the criteria.

To learn more about being a weight loss surgery candidate, please contact us at 240.206.8506 or complete our online contact form.


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Contact Us at The Bariatric and Hernia Institute at 240.206.8506 to learn more about our bariatric and hernia surgery programs or to set up an appointment.

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Am I A Candidate?

Generally, individuals who are committed to lifestyle changes may be considered for weight loss surgery.

Calculate Your BMI
Can I Afford it?

Is your excess weight costing you excess fees in medical bills and medications? Can surgery save you money?

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Weight Loss Options

The decision to undergo a weight loss procedure is major decision and often filled with uncertainty.

Learn About Your Options

Welcome to the Bariatric and Hernia Institute

The Bariatric and Hernia Institute, founded by Dr. Etwar McBean provides specialized programs for weight loss surgery and hernia repair. Our surgical weight loss program offers a full range of safe and effective bariatric surgery procedures. Including Gastric Bypass Surgery, Gastric Sleeve Surgery and Lap Band Surgery we focus on laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery techniques.

Our hernia repair program offers care for a variety of problems from small to large, recurrent or complex hernias, utilizing traditional open and laparoscopic techniques to suit each patient’s need.

With offices located in Greenbelt and Silver Spring, MD, we provide expert bariatric and surgical care for patients in Washington, DC, Baltimore Maryland, Northern Virginia and surrounding areas.

For more information about the bariatric surgery services we provide, or to request a consult, contact us at 240.206.8506.

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