Bariatric Surgery: The Gold Standard for Long Term Weight Loss

In the relentless pursuit of effective and sustainable weight loss, people often find themselves navigating a myriad of options, from conventional methods like diet and exercise to the more contemporary realms of weight loss drugs and injectables like Ozempic ®. While weight loss drugs and injectables can be an effective short term strategy, the long term success and safety are still being researched and are unknown. However, there is a substantial body of evidence looking at long term outcomes after bariatric surgery. Despite the evolving market of weight loss medications, bariatric surgery still stands out as the most effective and durable treatment for weight loss. 

The Epidemic of Obesity

Obesity has reached alarming proportions globally. According to the World Obesity Atlas 2023 report, 38% of the global population is currently either overweight or obese. Obesity can lead to a myriad of health complications such as diabetes, heart disease, and sleep apnoea. Traditional methods of weight loss often fall short when dealing with severe obesity, necessitating a more comprehensive and long lasting approach.

Bariatric Surgery is the Answer

Bariatric surgery is widely recognized as the gold standard for weight loss. These operations work by altering the digestive system, promoting weight loss and offering numerous health benefits. Our practice, 360 SURGERY Melbourne offers a range of procedures to help you achieve weight loss.

• Significant and Sustainable Weight Loss: Studies consistently show that individuals undergoing bariatric surgery experience significant and sustained weight loss. Patients may lose as much as 77% of excess weight as early as 12 months after surgery and after 10 years this is 45-80% excess weight loss.
• Improvement in Obesity-Related Health Conditions: Bariatric surgery has been proven to alleviate or even resolve obesity-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, joint pain, and sleep apnoea. 
• Swift Recovery: Our procedures are all done through minimally invasive surgical techniques. Our patients are typically discharged home after one night in hospital and back to work after a week.
• Enhanced Quality of Life: Patients often report increased energy levels, improved mobility, and a renewed sense of confidence and participation in life.