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What does your number mean?

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a simple index of weight-for-height that is commonly used to classify underweight, overweight and obesity in adults.

BMI values are age-independent and the same for both sexes.
The health risks associated with increasing BMI are continuous and the interpretation of BMI gradings in relation to risk may differ for different populations.

As of today if your BMI is at least 35 to 39.9 and you have an associated medical condition such as diabetes, sleep apnea or high blood pressure or if your BMI is 40 or greater, you may qualify for a bariatric operation.

If you have any questions, contact Dr. Claros.

< 18.5 Underweight
18.5 – 24.9 Normal Weight
25 – 29.9 Overweight
30 – 34.9 Class I Obesity
35 – 39.9 Class II Obesity
≥ 40 Class III Obesity (Morbid)

What does your number mean?

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a simple index of weight-for-height that is commonly used to classify underweight, overweight and obesity in adults.

BMI values are age-independent and the same for both sexes.
The health risks associated with increasing BMI are continuous and the interpretation of BMI gradings in relation to risk may differ for different populations.

As of today if your BMI is at least 35 to 39.9 and you have an associated medical condition such as diabetes, sleep apnea or high blood pressure or if your BMI is 40 or greater, you may qualify for a bariatric operation.

If you have any questions, contact Dr. Claros.

< 18.5 Underweight
18.5 – 24.9 Normal Weight
25 – 29.9 Overweight
30 – 34.9 Class I Obesity
35 – 39.9 Class II Obesity
≥ 40 Class III Obesity (Morbid)

Mary Lizzie

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Down over 50 lbs with the Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy.

It was important to me to have an experienced surgeon and a program that had all the resources I knew I would need.

Before my surgery I discussed it with my husband, my son and my team at work and they were very supportive. My husband told me “If it will make you happy, then I’m all for it”.

I am grateful to Dr. Claros and St. Luke’s for taking care of me.
They did a great job of educating me on the entire process and I know that with their guidance and support, I will be successful.

    • Address

    HOSPITAL

    St. Luke’s Hospital – Allentown, 
Campus
,

    1736 Hamilton Street,

    Allentown, PA 18104

    OFFICE

    Weight Management Center,

    240 Cetronia Road, Suite 205 North,

    Allentown, PA 18104