An obese individual is considered to be a candidate for bariatric surgery if he or she has a BMI greater than ____, regardless of whether they have any serious obesity-associated problems.

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Bariatric surgery is only recommended for individuals with a BMI greater than 40, or a BMI greater than 35 with serious obesity-related health problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or sleep apnea. This decision is made on a case-by-case basis by a medical professional. A BMI of 30 or higher is considered obese, but surgery is not typically recommended at this level unless there are significant health issues present. A BMI of 25 or higher is considered overweight.

An Obese Individual Is Considered to Be a Candidate for Bariatric