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When Bariatric Surgery is a viable weight-loss solution

Obesity remains one of the most common medical conditions impacting individuals and families throughout West Michigan.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Did you know obesity isn't just about weight? It can actually lead to other dangerous health conditions.  Dr. Brian Gluck is Medical Director of the Bariatric Surgery Program for Mercy Health Muskegon.  He said weight-loss surgery is one way to not only lose weight, but also resolve other related medical conditions. 

Dr. Gluck says a person is a good candidate for bariatric surgery if you have a body mass index (BMI) greater than or equal to 35 with one or more significant obesity-related conditions including:

  • Arthritis
  • Diabetes
  • Family history of early coronary heart disease
  • High blood pressure
  • High cholesterol
  • Sleep apnea
  • Have life threatening obesity-related problems
  • Have not been successful with medical weight loss

Physicians at Mercy Health Muskegon have performed more than 6,000 bariatric procedures. They’re able to individualize a patient’s treatment type based on their medical history – including obesity related conditions. Doctors help a patient meet their weight-loss goals safely, and  offer lifetime support to help them maintain their healthy weight and general wellness.  The exciting news is that two Years after Bariatric Surgery:

  • 51% of patients are off cholesterol medications
  • 54% of patients are off hypertension medications
  • 58% of patients are off sleep apnea medications
  • 67% of patients are off diabetes medications

Start your weight-loss journey today.  Register for a free weight-loss seminar at www.MercyHealth.com/bariatrics

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