Fat kids were much more rare when I was younger. Let them eat all they want and sit around all day and they get fat. Surgery isn’t the answer, and won’t even be a temporary fix if behavior isn’t corrected. If behavior is corrected, surgery wouldn’t be needed.
From the article: surgery in teens can result in marked weight loss lasting at least several years
Underwhelming recommendation.
Our medical experts should be saying what you just posted. A pox on them for taking the easy way out. $$$