Question:
Is there an age limit?

I am still in my 50's, but not much longer. My BMI is over 50. Tried and failed soooo many times, but you all know what that is like. This seems like my last chance. Are there people that have had bariatric surgery in my age group. I am just starting my search and have not found anything yet about age. I have called my insurance company and was told that they do pay for this surgery. That is as far as I have gotten. Thank You for your help.    — Jan T. (posted on May 11, 2001)

May 11, 2001
I believe I've read that sixty or sixty five is the limit. You've still got time if you're fifty something. :)
   — Amy K.

May 11, 2001
I am 53 and talked with the staff at Dr. Kanes office in Mt. Prospect, IL. They told me many many people have this surgery in their fifties with no problems at all. I had the same concern, but I feel at peace with it. I am waiting for Insurance approval. Hang at this site, read, join the chat room and be encouraged. There is hope :)
   — CarolG

May 11, 2001
I gave this operation to myself for my 54th birthday. I'm 5'3" and weighed 258. I had the RNY open surgery on January 8 and have lost 56 lbs and I feel GREAT and have had absolutely no regrets about having this surgery! Good luck!
   — Betty Todd

May 11, 2001
I was 54 years old when I had my surgery 14 months ago. My husband is 9 weeks post-op and is almost 58. I have lost 140 lbs. and he has already lost 65 lbs. We are healthier and happier today than we have been in over 15 years. My surgeon sets 65 as a "general but variable" age limit. This was quite possibly one of the best decisions that we have made in our adult lives....go for it!
   — Diana T.

May 12, 2001
My surgeon's brochure asks if you are between ages 15 and 70. I don't know if this is surgeon's preference or what.
   — Cindy H.