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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)

Michelle

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Down 100 pounds
with the Robotically-assisted Gastric Bypass.

Like many people, I’ve battled with my weight all my life. I always felt like a failure because I couldn’t control this one area of my life. I was aware of weight loss surgery, but wasn’t sure if I was “fat enough.”

I suppose I was in denial about just how heavy I had become and how it was impacting my health and my life in general. Now that I’m healthier, I am pursuing all my dreams – like traveling cross-country, staring as an extra and stand-in on television shows and finally wearing the fashion I’ve always admired on other people.

I tell people the surgery is like a wedding  life afterwards is like a marriage. Both involve preparation for one big event, but love, mindful attention and patience are what lead to success.

    • 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