Who is a Candidate for Bariatric Surgery in Australia?

Candidates for bariatric surgery typically include individuals who are severely obese with a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, or those with a BMI of 35 or higher who have obesity-related health problems such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, or sleep apnea. Please note these are the international standard guidelines for Bariatric surgery. Mental health diagnosis, Hormonal imbalances and PCOS syndrome in woman can also provide insight as to what’s occurring in the body and if you qualify for surgery. However, each case is unique, and decisions about surgery should be made in consultation with our healthcare professionals.