
Is Surgery Right For You?
Discover Your Bariatric Options
Candidates for bariatric surgery usually meet the following criteria:
- 18-65 years old (with some exceptions)
- Failed attempts with diet plans, behavioral, and medical therapy
- Commitment to prolonged life-style changes and long-term follow-up care
- A Body Mass Index (BMI) of 35 and over, with at least one high-risk medical condition (comorbidity), such as high blood pressure, Type II diabetes, osteoarthritis, sleep apnea, and others.
- A Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or greater. Use our BMI calculator.
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(708) 763-6398
River Forest Medical Campus
7411 Lake Street, Suite 2100
River Forest, IL 60305
Bariatric Surgery and Your Health
Bariatric Surgery is a life-changing event that helps you live a longer, healthier life. Research has shown that dramatic improvements (>90%) in additional chronic diseases or conditions are achieved through weight-loss surgery. Your results may differ from others, but most patients see a change in associated conditions, including lowering their risk or completely eliminating the following:
- Blood Pressure, Hypertension, and Cardiovascular Disease
- Reduce strain on the joints and Osteoarthritis
- Depression
- Type II Diabetes
- Sleep Apnea
- Acid Reflux (heartburn)
- Cholesterol levels
- Improve fertility
Supported Locations

River Forest Medical Campus
The River Forest Medical Campus is your convenient and trusted resource for a wide variety of specialties right in your community.
7411 Lake Street, Suite 2100
River Forest, IL 60305

West Suburban Medical Center
West Suburban Medical Center provides a wide range of services to improve your health. From general practice to specialty medical and surgical care, our doctors, nurses, and staff provide the care you need with a personal touch. We offer free parking for your convenience.
3 Erie Court
Oak Park, IL 60302

Our Procedures
Lose weight and keep it off.
Choose from multiple surgical weight-loss options at The Chicago Center for Bariatric Surgery & Weight Loss.