If I only have 55 lbs. to lose can I qualify for Bariatric surgery?

I'm 50 with 50 to 55 to lose. I have Hypothyroidism,Fibromyalsia,depression,chronic fatigue,asthma joint and back pain. I know I would look and feel so much better if I could dump this, but after a chronic illness I gained 55 in 11 yrs. I am better recently and have done a LC no sugar diet, walking without walker and cane and still no results. I want to do surgery and wonder if I can qualify. I have GIC insurance and noted Beth Isreal Deoconess Med. Center does this procedure in Boston a 2 hr. drive from me. Any advice? Another prob. is I have suffered from binge eatting a bolemia for the past 22 yrs. on and off. Will this help or hinder my chances?

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