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Seminar/Support Group Calendar

Continued education and support are vital to successful long-term, healthy weight loss. These meetings are a valuable resource for obesity patients or those interested in seeking treatment.

Obesity Surgery Seminar (public welcome)
Discussion of risks, benefits, and lifestyle requirements of laparoscopic gastric bypass and Lap-Band® surgery. Presentation of comprehensive bariatric surgery program. Program Director/RN on hand to answer all questions on surgery, program and insurance coverage.

Support Group (public welcome)
Meeting focus is for patients less than one year out from surgery and guests interested in learning about Gastric Bypass and Lap-Band Surgery. Usually meets on the first Tuesday of the month.  Check this page for updates.  Each group has its own meeting to meet the individual and different needs of Gastric Bypass patients and Lap-Band patients.

Date Time Event Title Place
July 6, 2010 7:00 PM  Support Group Evergreen Park, IL
July 20, 2010 6:00 PM  Obesity Surgery Seminar

Evergreen Park, IL

August 3, 2010 7:00 PM  Support Group Evergreeen Park, IL
August 17, 2010 6:00 PM  Obesity Surgery Seminar Evergreen Park, IL
September 7, 2010 7:00 PM Support Group  Evergreen Park, IL
September 21, 2010 6:00 PM  Obesity Surgery Seminar  Evergreen Park, IL
October 5, 2010 7:00 PM  Support Group  Evergreen Park, IL
October 19, 2010 6:00 PM  Obesity Surgery Seminar  Evergreen Park, IL

Support Group Calendar Associated Links and Obesity Sites

American Society for Bariatric Surgeons
American Obesity Association
Obesity Help
Lap-Band
WLS Lifestyles Online
Bariatrics Support Centers International
Bariatric Advantage
Bariatric Edge