Just as a butterfly emerges from its cocoon more beautiful than ever, our patients can experience a similar transformation by undergoing surgical weight loss treatment.
Founded in 2003 by Dr. David D. Kim, whose goal was to give the morbidly obese a chance to “live life again,” our practice quickly rose to prominence as a premier weight loss treatment center. We were one of the first bariatric surgery practices in Fort Worth, Texas, to have earned recognition as a Center of Excellence, and Dr. Kim is one of the first bariatric surgeons in Fort Worth to be awarded the title of Surgeon of Excellence. Both of these honors are given by the American Society of Bariatric Surgery, the leading organization of bariatric professionals in the country.
We feel quite privileged that you have taken the time to learn more about us and the weight loss surgeries that we offer. I’m proud of the many fine people who work at the Center, as we are dedicated to helping you, before as well as after surgery. I am hopeful we will meet in the near future to begin an exciting journey to a better life. It is my pledge and mission statement to each prospective patient that we will provide the finest surgical care with respect and courtesy. There is nothing more tragic than being alive and not living. So let us help you to Live Life Again.
We invite you to view these videos to learn more about our bariatric surgery procedures and our comprehensive approach to treatment and follow-up care. Our video segments will introduce you to Dr. Kim, our staff members, and patients as they describe what sets the Kim Bariatrics Center apart from other practices in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
What does your BMI mean?
| BMI < 20 | under weight |
| BMI 20-24.9 | healthy weight |
| BMI 25-29.9 | over weight |
| BMI 30-34.9 | obesity |
| BMI 35-39.9 | severe obesity |
| BMI 40-49.9 | morbid obesity |
| BMI > 50 | super morbid obesity |
