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 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Concord Medical Center in the Lesher Auditorium. Please call 925-947-3322 with any questions.
| 2019 Support Group Schedule | ||
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Date |
Topic |
Speaker |
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January 12 |
Exercise Tips |
Brandi DeMercurio, Certified Fitness Trainer |
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February 9 |
Ask a Bariatric Surgeon |
Dr. Eileen Murphy |
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Protein Shakes and Bars |
John Muir Health Dietitian |
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March 9 |
Travel Tips |
Nancy Brown, Travel Writer and post-bariatric surgery patient |
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April 13 |
Body Image and Emotions |
Mery Shuer Chaney LCSW |
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May 11 |
Ask a Plastic Surgeon |
Dr. Eric Mariotti |
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June 8 |
Ask a Bariatric Surgeon |
Dr. Brian Chin |
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Vitamin/Mineral Review |
John Muir Health Dietitian |
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July 13 |
Post-op Surgery |
Patient Panel |
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August 10 |
Mindful Eating Education |
John Muir Health Dietitian |
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September 14 |
Back on Track – Hope and Help for the Pain of Regain |
John Muir Health Dietician and RN |
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October 12 |
Ask a Bariatric Surgeon |
Dr. Diane Kwan |
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Open Forum |
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November 9 |
Holiday Preparation |
Mery Shuer Chaney LCSW |
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December 14 |
Holiday Party |
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(* some exclusions may apply)