Bariatric Weight Loss Virtual Support Groups
Hoag Support Groups are designed for sharing personal insight and real world experiences about the weight loss journey with an intent to help patients create and maintain the necessary lifestyle changes to achieve success long term. We emphasize the importance of all weight loss pillars of success – incorporating physical activity, developing healthy coping mechanisms and establishing a strong support system through support groups and community.
As a group, you gain insight into challenges others are facing and tips for success. More importantly, you find comfort in knowing you are not alone in your journey.
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Both groups are hosted by Hoag clinicians, including Hoag’s Bariatric Nurse Navigator and Registered Dietitians.
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Bariatric Surgery Support Group 3rd Tuesday monthly | 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Who: Open to individuals who have undergone weight loss surgery, are considering surgery or are seeking additional information. Focus: Sharing ideas around preparation for surgery, pearls of wisdom post surgery, physical and medical changes and how to cope with these changes.
Endoscopic Weight Loss Support Groups
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Endoscopic Weight Loss Support Group 3rd Thursday monthly | 5:30-6:30pm
Who: Open to patients who have undergone endoscopic procedures or revisions for weight loss, and those considering it. Focus: Sharing personal insight and ideas around pre and post endoscopic weight loss topics, enhancing the patient experience through support of one another and better adaptation to potential side effects and dietary phases.