Is Weight Management Surgery for Me?

Learn About Surgery at Southern Regional's Bariatric Center

Only you and your doctor can decide whether bariatric surgery is right for you. This is a life-changing decision that requires serious consideration and a thorough medical evaluation.

But if you are thinking about this option, here are some basic guidelines to help determine whether surgery is an option for you. It is important to know your BMI (body mass index). Let us help you determine your BMI.*

  • You must have a BMI of 35 or greater.
  • If your BMI is between 35 and 40, you must also have one to two co-morbid conditions, such as diabetes and hypertension (high blood pressure). 
  • If your BMI is greater than 40, you do not need to have any co-morbid conditions.

*Because these are just guidelines, please also call (770) 897-SLIM to learn more about how the Bariatric Center can accommodate your specific needs.

Our Featured Weight Loss Surgeon

Dr. Gorjala leads the Bariartric Center and performs LAP-BAND surgery at Southern Regional. LAP-BAND advantages include:

- Reduced pain

- Shorter hospital stays 

- Quicker recovery

Heart & Vascular HRA

Evaluate your health risks and quality of life. Take five minutes for our Heart and Vascular Health Risk Assessment questionnaires.