Dr. Rachel L. Moore Featured in Bariatric Times
October 7, 2019
Obesity is a complex disease, and people affected by obesity often struggle to find a weight loss solution that works for them. There is a lot of misinformation and confusion about obesity, so it can be helpful to consult a doctor who specializes in obesity treatment. Dr. Rachel L. Moore and Dr. Michael J. Thomas are experienced bariatric surgeons and obesity medicine specialists who are recognized as obesity treatment experts in both the United States and internationally.
Obesity is a condition characterized by excess body fat. Medical professionals use a patient’s Body Mass Index, or BMI, to diagnose obesity. BMI is based on height and weight, and a BMI over 30 is typically indicative of obesity. In America, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that over 93 million people, or almost 40% of the U.S. population, are affected by obesity.
BMI < 20 | underweight |
BMI 20-24.9 | healthy weight |
BMI 25-29.9 | overweight |
BMI 30-34.9 | obesity |
BMI 35-39.9 | severe obesity |
BMI 40-49.9 | morbid obesity |
BMI > 50 | super morbid obesity |
There is not one single cause of obesity, but rather a variety of circumstances and elements that contribute. Most people with obesity recognize that several factors are at the root of their condition. Causes of obesity can include:
On its own, obesity can disrupt quality of life, as people with obesity may face social stigma, lower self-esteem, and an impaired ability to participate in physical activities. Obesity also often correlates with a range of life-threatening conditions and diseases. The negative health conditions that often occur with obesity are called co-morbidities, and they include:
When it is time to consult a doctor for treatment of obesity? If you are concerned that obesity is affecting your health, and you’ve struggled to lose weight or maintain weight loss on your own, you may benefit from the guidance of an experienced bariatric specialist. In the United States over 20 million people may be candidates for bariatric surgery, but fewer than 1% of them have weight loss surgery. There are a range of non-surgical procedures and bariatric surgeries that can cure obesity. At Moore Metabolics, our bariatric surgeons take into account each patient’s medical history, lifestyle, and health goals to create a personalized treatment plan. Treatment options include:
Dr. Moore and Dr. Thomas have helped many patients find weight loss success in order to live healthier and happier lives. If you are struggling with an obesity diagnosis or looking for more information on obesity solutions, we can help. Contact us for a free insurance check or to schedule a consultation.
1 https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/databriefs/db288.pdf
2 Genetics of Obesity: What have we Learned?, Current Genomics 2011 May; 12(3): 169–179. doi: [10.2174/138920211795677895]
3 https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/files/docs/guidelines/prctgd_c.pdf
4 Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, 2003 Dec;88(12):6015-9
5 https://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/basics/adults/index.htm
6 https://asmbs.org/resources/estimate-of-bariatric-surgery-numbers
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