The Brain and Spine Institute is made up of experts in the field of neuroscience in order to bring patients the best healthcare in East Tennessee for a full range of neurological diseases and disorders.
myClipboard
myClipboard
Save news, events, articles and doctor's information to your personal clipboard for later reference.
Add items by clicking the 
button.
Create an account
Centers of Excellence
-
-
We provide a comprehensive continuum of cancer services, including prevention, outreach, diagnostic, treatment and support services delivered by our highly skilled staff with compassion and care.
-
The Center for Women & Children's Health is a hub for supporting women's and children's individual healthcare needs. The center provides support, research and unmatched patient-centered care.
-
Emergency and Trauma Services is the only Level I Trauma Center in the area and serves as the tertiary referral center for medical care in East Tennessee, serving Knox County and 21 surrounding counties.
-
The Heart Lung Vascular Institute brings together expertise in clinical care, teaching and research. Patients receive exceptional healthcare combined with patient-centered care.
Save
Share
Print
Share
Print
Home 
Departments Tennessee Weight Loss & Surgery Center Eligibility for Weight-Loss Surgery
Eligibility for Weight-Loss Surgery
 |
|
|
Am I a Candidate for Weight Loss Surgery?
To be eligible for weight loss surgery, you must meet the following criteria.
- You are at least 18 years old
- You have tried diet programs and have failed
- You have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or more, or a BMI of 35 with other associated illness.
If you do qualify for bariatric surgery, you will undergo physical and emotional assessments, including visits with a psychologist and a surgeon, and undergo various tests to make sure you are an appropriate patient for weight loss surgery.
Body Mass Index Chart (click to enlarge)