The Importance of Support
The widespread use of support groups has provided weight loss surgery patients an excellent opportunity to discuss their various personal and professional issues. Most learn, for example, that weight loss surgery will not immediately resolve existing emotional issues or heal the years of damage that morbid obesity might have inflicted on their emotional well-being. Most surgeons have support groups in place to assist you with short-term and long-term questions and needs. Most bariatric surgeons who frequently perform weight loss surgery will tell you that ongoing post-surgical support helps produce the greatest level of success for their patients.
We understand that the journey to a healthier you doesn't end with weight loss surgery. In fact, after surgery, your journey is just beginning. Our support groups are designed to help you along the way as you experience the range of post-surgical stages.
At our support group meetings, you'll find patients like you, with similar stories to tell. Many have formed lasting bonds as they share the road to renewal
Band Patient Support Group - every 4th Tuesday at 7 p.m.
Gastric Bypass/Sleeve Gastrectomy Support Group - every 3rd Wednesday at 7 p.m.
Bariatric Support Group for anyone - every 3rd Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
All support groups meet in Suite 109 of the Physician's Plaza.
Registration is not required for any of our support groups and drop ins are always welcome! If you're unsure about which support group may be best for you, contact Lynne Winne, our Bariatric Coordinator, at 678-474-8222.
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