Bariatric Surgery Support Groups
Monthly support groups are offered for patients after surgery. All patients wanting surgery must attend a session prior to being approved for surgery. The support groups offer an information session followed by time for discussion.
Pre-Requisites: None
Cost: None
Bariatric Surgery Support Group: 2nd Monday of the month, 6:30-8:00 pm at Dean West Clinic (Lower Level)
Lap Band Support Group: 4th Wednesday of the month, 11:00 am-1:00 pm, at Dean West Clinic (Lower Level)
Weight Loss Surgery Informational Sessions
Are you considering bariatric surgery? You are invited to attend one of our FREE informational sessions to meet our bariatric surgical team.
• Find out if you're a candidate for weight loss surgery.
• Learn more about the surgical procedure and lifelong health benefits.
• Find out what you can expect following surgery.
Cost: None
When: 6:30-8:00 pm, Monday, Nov 19, 2007.
Where: St. Mary's Hospital, Madison (Check at reception desk for conference room.)
DEAN WEIGHT LOSS and BARIATRIC SURGERY SUPPORT GROUP SCHEDULE:
All sessions are free and open to anyone (regardless of where surgery was performed)
11/19/07 Meet the Surgeons! Seminar 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. St. Mary's Hospital
12/10/07 HOLIDAY PARTY! Big Pants Parade, the surgeon's will be mixing up some protein drinks, weight smart snacks, prizes and more. 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. St. Mary's Hospital
01/13/08 Healthy 2008 Resolutions 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Dean Clinic West (Lower Level)
02/11/08 Post Op Medical Follow up 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Dean Clinic West (Lower Level)
03/10/08 Topic: TBA (Leader: Nutritionist) 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Dean Clinic West (Lower Level)
04/14/08 Sexuality & Weight 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Dean Clinic West (Lower Level)
05/08/07 Topic: TBA (Leader: Physical Therapy) 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Dean Clinic West (Lower Level)