Not everyone who wants the surgery can be operated on. Our suitability criteria include:
Recommended age limits: 18 to 60 years
Absence of serious psychological disorder and/or alcohol abuse
Weight: around 190kg
BMI: Over 30
According to Dr Mumtaz Maher, there are five stages of Living with Obesity. Denial, Anger, Fear, and Grief. Acceptance: Obesity is a chronic illness/disease. Denial: Obesity may be a real problem or may have serious consequences.
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Dr Mumtaz Maher runs the Obesity clinic at South City Hospital. Here is a transcript of a few questions one patient asked him before her…
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Consultant Surgeon with specialist interest in Laparoscopic and Cancer GI Surgery. Dr. Daudi trained and worked in General and GI surgery…
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