Benefits of Bariatric Surgery
Weight loss is just part of the story
Many health benefits of bariatric procedures begin almost immediately after surgery and continue over time. Potential benefits are:
Significant, sustained weight loss: Most patients lose weight rapidly and continue to do so until 18 to 24 months after the surgery.
- Control type 2 diabetes, with some individuals actually seeing a complete remission of their diabetes. Read more
- Lower cholesterol
- Lower blood pressure
- Less sleep apnea (interrupted breathing during sleep)
- Reduced joint pain; better mobility
- Less heartburn (acid reflux)
- Improved mood and self-esteem
- More energy
- Longer life



