Top Questions To Ask Your Bariatric Surgeon
                     Top Questions To Ask Your 
Bariatric Surgeon
Questions To Ask Your Bariatric Surgeon
Choosing your surgeon is one of the most 
important decisions you will make, next to 
deciding to undergo the procedure in the first 
place. If your surgeon is uncomfortable 
answering any of these questions, find another 
one! Reputable surgeons are ready and willing 
to answer any question you may have about 
the surgery or the surgeon.
Do I Qualify For Bariatric Surgery?
In general, patients with a BMI above 40, who 
have been unable to lose weight with diet 
and exercise meet the qualifications for 
bariatric surgery. However, it’s still important 
to ask your surgeon whether they think it’s 
right for you.
How Much Experience Do You Have 
With Bariatric Surgery?
Make sure to ask them about their experience 
and what they’ve done specifically in the field 
of bariatric procedures.
Why Did You Decide To Go Into 
Bariatric Surgery?
Your surgeon is going to be doing a highly 
involved procedure on you, so it’s important 
that you understand their motivations.
Which Procedure Do You 
Recommend For Me, and Why?
Not every bariatric procedure is the same, 
even if they have similar expected results. 
Make sure to ask WHY they recommend a 
specific procedure for you!
Is This Procedure Reversible?
There are a few reversible bariatric 
procedures, but the most effective ones are 
permanent and require permanent lifestyle 
changes.
How Long Will Recovery Take?
Make sure to ask the surgeon how long he or 
she believes you should take off work, as 
well. Do You Have Examples Of Satisfied 
Patients?
Is My Procedure Covered by My 
Insurance?
Bariatric procedures are covered by most 
insurance providers & insurance plans. 
However, you need to make sure that your 
bariatric surgeon works with your insurance 
provider before undergoing a potentially 
expensive procedure.
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