To combat the increasing prevalence of obesity in Miami, Florida and other United States regions, a growing number of primary care doctors are discussing weight loss surgery options with their patients. If you are looking for obesity help in Miami, FL, you may need Lap Band® surgery, gastric bypass surgery, biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch surgery, or vertical banded gastroplasty surgery. The two most common bariatric surgery procedures for obese patients (those who have BMIs above 40) are gastric banding and gastric bypass surgery. Some patients with a BMI of 35 or higher who also have obesity-linked medical conditions (sleep apnea, joint disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes, to name a few) may also be eligible to receive a gastric band in Miami. The calculator on the left side can help you see if you might fit the requirements.

Health care in southern Florida (Miami and the surrounding areas) includes many options. Among the hospitals in the region are the University of Miami Hospital, Mount Sinai Medical Center, North Shore Medical Center, Jackson Memorial Hospital, and Mercy Hospital. 

Situated on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean in Miami-Dade county, Miami attracts many visitors each year because of its sunny weather and attractions. Given the nickname the “Magic City,” Miami has many things to see and do like Jungle Island, Miami Metrozoo, and the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. Don’t forget to make time to relax on one of the beaches, take a day trip to Key West, or go deep-sea fishing.