Weight Loss Resources

We’re dedicated to empowering you with the information you need to make informed decisions about weight loss surgery and medically managed weight loss. Take advantage of these resources to assist you on your journey to sustained weight loss.

What Is Obesity?

Obesity is defined as having too much body fat. If you’re obese, you’re more likely to develop health problems, including:

• Arthritis
• Diabetes
• Heart disease
• High blood pressure
• Some cancers
• Stroke

Obesity may also decrease your energy levels, your self-esteem, and your ability to do all of the activities you want to do.

Your body mass index (BMI) is a measurement that helps your doctor determine if you are overweight or obese. The formula is based on height and weight. If you have a BMI of 25 or higher, you are considered overweight. At 30 or higher, you are considered obese, and 40 or higher is characterized as extremely obese.

Being obese or extremely obese puts you at a much higher risk of developing certain health problems. Fortunately, even a modest weight loss can help to prevent or improve health conditions associated with obesity.

Additional Information Sources

For more information about obesity and weight loss options, we recommend:

• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
• Obesity Society
• Obesity Help
• Obesity Action Coalition
• American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery

Contact Us

Helping you achieve your weight loss goals is our mission. Call our office at (937) 208-5300(937) 208-5300 to learn more about our services, including medically managed weight loss and surgery. If you're considering weight loss surgery, take the first step and sign up for a free information seminar.