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Body mass index (BMI) is a mathematical measurement of a person’s weight in relation to their height, and is used to determine if a person is underweight, at a healthy weight, overweight or obese. Determining your BMI is an effective way to find out if your weight puts you at risk for serious health issues, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and sleep apnea — just to name a few.
Refer to the following chart to determine which weight category your BMI falls into:
Click on the link below to complete an online assessment to determine if you are a potential candidate for bariatric surgery. A Ouachita Community Hospital team member will contact you about your options.
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Use our free online BMI calculator to find out if your weight is a risk to your health.