Medical Services Weight Management Surgical Program - Am I a Candidate? Learn if you’re a candidate for weight-loss surgery at St. Elizabeth Physicians Weight Management Center. Find a Location Find a Provider Weight Management Menu Weight Management About Our Program Awards & Recognition Contact Us Cost & Insurance Meet the Doctors & Staff Obesity & Me Online Seminar Our Difference Patient Success Stories Resources & Support Revisions Robotic Weight-loss Surgery Surgical Program - Am I a Candidate? Surgical Maintenance Surgical Options Gastric Banding Roux-en-y Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy Am I a Candidate for Weight-Loss Surgery? If you have tried unsuccessfully in the past to lose excess pounds, weight-loss surgery could help you reach your goals and give the best possible start to your weight-loss journey. How do you know if you are a candidate? You may qualify for weight-loss surgery if you have: BMI of 40 or above. BMI of 35 or above and you are at risk of having a serious illness or disorder . Our team works with you to help determine what, if anything, your insurance will cover if you and your bariatric specialist decide to move forward with weight-loss surgery. The first step in learning more about surgical weight loss at St. Elizabeth Physicians Weight Management Center is attending a free information session focused on our bariatric surgery program. The seminar is offered in person at our Florence location and online. Contact us today to get started and learn if you are a candidate for weight-loss surgery. St. Elizabeth Physicians is the partner you need to create your best life. Contact Us Call today to start making lasting, healthy changes in your life. (859) 212-4625 (GOAL) Patient Information Sessions Attend one of our free information sessions to find out if you qualify for weight-loss surgery or to learn more about our medical diet programs. REGISTER NOW Weight-Loss Programs Whether you're interested in bariatric surgery or just want to lose 20 pounds, the Weight Management Center has a weight-loss program for you. LEARN MORE Drew's Success Story Plagued with an aching back, painful knees and sore feet, Drew Seifried decided it was time to get help from St. Elizabeth Weight Managament Center. “I thought if I don’t do something now to change, I won’t be able to do what I want to do 10 years from now. LEARN MORE