Why Weight Loss Surgery?

For people with obesity, losing weight isn't as simple as improving diet and increasing exercise. Most obese men and women try many different weight loss programs on multiple occasions without any success. In fact, with repeated attempts at weight loss, many people just gain more weight and become increasingly discouraged. There is still hope – weight loss surgery in Fort Lauderdale and Miami can successfully accomplish weight loss goals even for the morbidly obese.

At the South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery, we are committed to helping men and women in Miami and Fort Lauderdale look and feel their very best. If you suffer from obesity, you understand that you haven't felt or looked the way you'd like in a very long time. That's why we've chosen to bring Dr. Emil Matei into our practice – to perform bariatric and weight loss surgery safely and effectively for beautiful, life-changing results. To learn more about Miami and Fort Lauderdale weight loss surgery, you can request a consultation online or call 954.565.7575 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Matei.

Better Health

Obesity is much more than just a cosmetic concern. Excess weight can lead to a variety of harmful health conditions and even a shorter life. After weight loss surgery, when you have attained a lower BMI, you may see widespread benefits such as:

• Longer, healthier life
• Cured or improved diabetes
• Cured or improved high blood pressure (hypertension)
• Lowered cholesterol
• Cured obstructive sleep apnea
• Improved arthritis
• Fewer skin infections and rashes

Lifestyle Benefits

At a lower, healthier weight, many patients find that their lives have improved in many ways that can't be quantified in a doctor's chart. For instance, they can engage in physical activity without discomfort – running, hiking and playing sports. They also find that they are more accepted in social situations and in their work environment. Although unfair, unpleasant stereotypes can often negatively impact the personal and professional lives of many people with obesity; weight loss surgery can free you from these stereotypes. Finally, most people simply feel better and more self-confident after their weight loss surgery.