Morbid obesity is a chronic disease,
meaning that its symptoms build slowly over an extended
period of time. An estimated 5-10 million Americans are
considered morbidly obese. Obesity becomes "morbid" when
it reaches the point of significantly increasing the risk
of one or more obesity-related health conditions or serious
diseases (also known as co-morbidities) that can result
either in significant physical disability or even death.
Weight loss surgery is major surgery. Its growing use
to treat morbid obesity is the result of three factors:
Our current knowledge of the significant health risks
of morbid obesity; the relatively low risk and complications
of the procedures versus not having surgery; and the ineffectiveness
of current non-surgical approaches to produce sustained
weight loss. This site will provide valuable information
about the benefits and risks of weight loss surgery. However,
the best way to get a full assessment of your condition
is to schedule a consultation to determine if weight loss
surgery may be an option for you.
To schedule a consulation, call Dr. Jesse Lopez in the
Surgical Specialties office.
The phone number is (913) 469-6447.
