Classes, Screenings & Support Groups
Weight Loss Surgery Support Group
This support group is designed to provide a collaborative system for all individuals considering weight loss surgery or those who have already had weight loss surgery. Topics discussed include common concerns/problems the post weight loss surgery patient might face: nutrition, exercise, vitamins and supplements, portion control, cooking healthy, and plastic surgery.
The Weight Loss Support Group meets the second Saturday of every month from 10:00am to 11:30am. Please call 925-674-2416 or Email: Bariatrics@johnmuirhealth.com with any questions.
2024 WEIGHT LOSS SURGERY SUPPORT GROUP SCHEDULE | ||||
Date | Topic | Speaker (s) | ||
January | 13 | The Set Up For S.U.C.C.E.S.S | De-Ann Lott, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Registered Dietitian | John Muir Health, Concord Medical Center |
February | 10 |
Supermarket Tour & How to Read Labels Ask A Surgeon |
Sarah Glynn, Registered Dietitian Dr. Brian Chin |
Virtual Zoom |
March | 9 |
Ask a Surgeon |
Dr. Aileen Murphy & Registered Dietitian | Virtual Zoom |
April | 13 | Ask a Surgeon | Dr. Diane Kwan & Registered Dietitian | Virtual Zoom |
May | 11 | Plastic Surgery After Weight Loss | Dr. Eric Mariotti & Registered Dietitian | John Muir Health, Concord Medical Center |
June | 8 |
To be Announced |
Registered Dietitian | Virtual Zoom |
July | 13 | Post-Bariatric Surgery Vitamins & Supplements: What to Take and Why? | Angie Miatke, Registered Dietitian | John Muir Health, Concord Medical Center |
August | 10 | To be announced | To be Announced | |
September | 14 | Patient Panel | Patient Panel & Registered Dietitian | John Muir Health, Concord Medical Center |
October | 12 | Ask a Surgeon | Dr. Ben Schwab & Registered Dietitian | To be Announced |
November | 9 | Ask a Surgeon | Dr. Jason Moy & Registered Dietitian | Virtual Zoom |
December | 14 | Holiday Celebration: Let's Talk About Success! | All | John Muir Health, Concord Medical Center |
Cost: FREE
Register for any three fee-based* classes during one transaction and receive a 20% discount.
(* some exclusions may apply)
(* some exclusions may apply)