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Program Qualifications
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Surgical
When determining the ideal candidate for bariatric surgery, the Oregon Bariatric Center follows the guidelines set forth by the American Society for Bariatric Surgery:
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100 pounds overweight
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BMI 40 or higher
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documented attempts at weight loss
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no alcohol/drug/smoking problems
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BMI of 35-39.9 with presence of one or more co-morbidities (such as high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease)
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Body Mass Index
Body Mass Index (BMI) is calculated as [weight (pounds) ÷ height (inches)2] x 703. If you are 5’10” tall and weigh 260 pounds, the calculation would be [260 ÷ (70)2] x 703 = 37.3. This falls within the BMI category of morbidly obese (see chart below).
| Classification |
Obesity
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BMI |
| Normal |
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18.5 – 24.9 |
| Overweight |
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25.0 – 29.9 |
| Obese |
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30.0 – 34.9 |
| Morbidly Obese |
II |
35.0 – 39.9 |
| Extremely Obese |
III |
40 or above |
Use our electronic BMI calculator to easily determine your body mass index.
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