Height:

ft.

in.

Weight:

lbs.

Result:

kg/m2


Underweight
Normal Weight
Overweight
Obese
Morbidly Obese

= < 18.5
= 18.6 - 24.9
= 25 - 29.9
= 30 - 40
= 40 +

Body mass index, or BMI, is a formula to measure a person's body fat, based on their height and weight. BMI measurements are usually an indicator of whether a person is a suitable candidate for bariatric surgery, though other factors do play a role in the decision. Learn more about candidacy for weight loss surgery here.

For information about bariatric surgery and weight loss support, contact the Cedar Park and Austin- area practice of Drs. Nicole Basa and Alan Abando.






Cedar Park Surgeons
1401 Medical Parkway B
Suite 101
Cedar Park, Texas 78613

Telephone: 512.260.3444
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Weight Loss Surgery Support: Cedar Park Surgeons, PA (Treating Austin Residents)

Although procedures such as laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery and sleeve gastrectomy surgery can safely and effectively reduce the size of the stomach, prompting rapid weight loss, surgery alone will not produce optimal results. Patients must make drastic lifestyle changes after surgery, including altering their diets and exercise routines. Those who have subsisted on foods rich in sugar and fat need to switch to a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet, and start walking, running, or swimming regularly. Having a healthy attitude and appropriate expectations are also components of successful weight loss. Fortunately, our Cedar Park bariatric practice has developed a plan to help weight loss patients adjust to their new lives. Read about the support available to our patients (from Austin and the surrounding areas) on this page, and contact our practice to attend a seminar and speak with a bariatric surgeon if you'd like more information.

Personalized, Comprehensive Care

Our patients sometimes have a difficult time adjusting to the significant lifestyle changes that must accompany bariatric surgery. But they aren't alone in this process; Cedar Park surgeons Alan Abando, M.D. and Nicole Basa, M.D., are there to support them every step of the way, helping them successfully adopt healthy habits and a positive attitude toward changes in their bodies. The journey to safe, effective weight loss requires support and encouragement, and we want to see all of our patients succeed and go on to live full, enjoyable lives.

Our practice prides itself on making services personalized and accessible to each patient who turns to us for help. One of the reasons we are able to make services so accessible is our location – individuals interested in bariatric surgery, living in Cedar Park and Austin, no longer need to travel far to see a competent, dedicated surgeon. The local community can benefit from our expertise and wealth of weight loss treatment knowledge without traveling far from home.

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Dietary Changes

Weight loss surgery patients should expect dramatic changes to their diet after their procedure. Since the size of the stomach is a fraction of the size it was pre-bariatric surgery, patients will need to make smart choices about what they eat. Here are some examples of the dietary guidelines that our Austin and Cedar Park patients must follow after bariatric surgery to experience optimal weight loss:

Bariatric Class: Diet I

Bariatric Class: Surgeon Pre-Op/Diet II:

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Exercise Habits

Engaging in regular physical activity is critical for patients who want not only to lose their excess weight but to keep it off. Many of our bariatric patients are used to a sedentary lifestyle prior to surgery, and may be hesitant about starting an exercise regimen. Our practice understands that co-morbidities such as respiratory difficulties, cardiovascular issues, and joint pain make it hard for patients to adopt a regular exercise routine. But we can suggest simple exercises that are safe and effective, and then work up to higher intensity workouts. The goal is for patients to increase physical fitness, maintain healthy weight loss, and develop muscle mass so that they can burn more calories. In some cases, our doctors may recommend enlisting the help of a physical trainer.

 

Exercise Class:

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Support Groups, Counseling and Seminars

Since individuals must make radical lifestyle changes after bariatric surgery, it's helpful to have a place to share weight loss questions, concerns, and experiences with other patients from Austin, Cedar Park, and nearby communities. Our team of psychologists and dieticians will facilitate these confidential support groups and answer questions.

One-on-one counseling and coaching sessions are another valuable resource that Cedar Park Surgeons, PA offer to post-bariatric surgery patients. Counselors have a comprehensive set of tools to help patients cope with the physical and emotional changes they are likely to experience after surgery.

Cedar Park Surgeons, PA also hosts seminars for post-bariatric surgery patients. Presenters cover a wide range of topics, including diet, exercise habits, relationships, and common challenges during this adjustment period.

Bariatric Support Group Schedule (2010):

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For Weight Loss Through Bariatric Surgery, Contact Cedar Park Surgeons, PA

The weight loss process doesn't end immediately after surgery; it requires a lifelong commitment to healthy eating, regular exercise, and accepting moral support. If you have questions about life after weight loss surgery or the comprehensive support that our Austin-area Cedar Park surgeons offer, contact our practice. We would be happy to answer your questions about our post-surgery follow-up program.