After you have (A) determined that you're a potential candidate for bariatric weight-loss surgery, (B) learned about the different types of surgery, and (C) researched the long-term effects and potential risks ... you can proceed to the next logical step in the process. You are ready to find a bariatric surgeon.

With any type of surgery, you want to find an experienced surgeon who makes you feel comfortable. This is the case with bariatric surgery as well. You want to find a surgeon who is experienced in the field, as well as one who makes you comfortable. Ideally, you want a surgeon with a combination of technical skill and bedside manner — one who is both highly skilled and easy to talk to.

Learn more: Surgery Centers of Excellence | Choosing an Obesity Surgeon