What is BMI?

If you are 100 pounds or more above your ideal body weight, you suffer from morbid obesity. A common measure of obesity is Body Mass Index (BMI), which is calculated by dividing your weight by the square of your height.

Your BMI is important to take into account when considering whether to seek treatment for a weight problem. This is especially true if you are experiencing one or more co–morbid conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure.

Another measure of obesity is the Ideal Weight Chart. Discuss your BMI and ideal weight with your Plaza bariatric surgeon as you assess your obesity–related health risks, and whether surgery could be an appropriate solution for you.

Morbid obesity is a disease that can have a devastating effect on your quality of life. It is also associated with a number of chronic conditions that can lead to premature death.