Obesity is one of America's most serious epidemics. More than two-thirds of U.S. citizens are overweight; a frightening statistic that continues to increase. Of even greater concern, more than 23 million Americans are morbidly obese, which means that they have a Body Mass Index (BMI) greater than 40, exceeding their ideal body weight by at least 100 pounds. Those afflicted by these severe forms of obesity are not only burdened by their weight, they also are confronted with additional life-threatening health risks including diabetes, high blood pressure and severe pulmonary compromise. Surgical weight loss, or bariatric surgery, is often the only effective therapy for morbid obesity and its complications. Weight loss can be achieved through a variety of surgical procedures:
- Lap Assisted Gastric Band
- Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass
- Sleeve Gastrectomy
These procedures offer not only durable and safe control of weight but also could provide previously unimaginable full remission of diabetes, asthma, cardiopulmonary failure, infertility and stress incontinence. After surgery, patients who once were disabled and wheelchair-bound can be returned to full activity. Hypertension can be cut in half.
Designated as a Center of Excellence by the American Society for Bariatric Surgery, the King's Daughters Medical Center Surgical Weight Loss Program located in Ashland, Ky., has reached an optimal level of performance. To the surgical weight loss team at KDMC, your outcome is paramount. Let them assist you in reaching your goals and get back to enjoying your life.