Bariatric Surgery Support Group at Monmouth Medical Center
The professionally run support group meets from 7 to 9 p.m. in Stanley 206, 212 and 214 for individuals who have undergone or are considering surgical weight loss procedures at Monmouth Medical Center. Discussions are led by the New Jersey Bariatric and Metabolic Institute at Monmouth Medical Center's multidisciplinary team members, including the program director, registered dietitian and clinical psychologist.
For those considering a bariatric procedure, the most up-to-date information on gastric bypass surgery, gastric banding and sleeve gastrectomy is available through the new patient lecture series held monthly at Monmouth Medical Center. Afternoon and evening sessions are available.
2018 Topics:
- January 25: Label Reading
- February 22: Getting Ready
- March 22: Protein/Vitamin Supplements
- April 26 Support: Exercise
- May 24: Plastic Surgery Post Weight Loss Surgery
- June 28: Expectations
- July 26: Label Reading/Pantry Shopping
- August 23: Getting Ready and Staying Motivated
- September 27: Exercise
- October 25: Protein/Vitamin Supplements
- November 15: TBA
- December 20: Holiday Planning