pre-op weight loss

Pre-op weight loss can be essential to reducing the risk of bariatric surgery. Therefore we set some goals for most patients at your initial consultation. These goals are higher in patients with a higher body mass index.

Below you can see our typical pre-op weight loss goals to see where you will likely fall. However in some cases there will be custom goals that are set that can differ from these guidelines.

BMI 30-45	Primary Weight Loss Goal Maintain initial consult weight until pre-op/consent visit.	Secondary/Pre-op Diet Weight Loss Goal Lose some weight.
45.1-50	Lose 5 pounds from initial consult weight to pre-op/consent visit. Appetite suppressant optional.	Lose 5% of TBW from initial consult weight to surgery. Appetite suppressant optional.
50.1-55	Lose 10 pounds from initial consult weight to pre-op/consent visit. Appetite suppressant recommended.	Lose 8% of TBW from initial consult weight to surgery. Appetite suppressant recommended.
55.1-60	Lose 5% of TBW from initial consult weight prior to scheduling a surgery date. Appetite suppressant recommended.	Male: Lose 10% of TBW from initial consult weight to surgery or achieve a BMI of 55, whichever is the lower weight. Female: Lose 10% of TBW from initial consult weight to surgery. Appetite suppressant recommended.
60.1-65	Lose 5% of TBW from initial consult weight prior to scheduling a surgery date. Appetite suppressant recommended.	Male: Lose 10% of TBW from initial consult weight to surgery, or achieve a BMI of 55 to qualify for surgery at JourneyLite. Female: Lose 10% of TBW from initial consult weight to surgery or achieve a BMI of 55, whichever is lower weight. Appetite suppressant recommended.
65.1+	Lose 10% of TBW from initial consult weight prior to scheduling a surgery date. Appetite suppressant recommended.	Custom goal will be set. Appetite suppressant recommended.

TBW = total body weight

5% of TBW: For example, in a 200 lb patient, 5% of 200 lb = 10 lbs

10% of TBW: For example, in a 300 lb patient, 10% of 300 = 30 lbs