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Bariatric Surgery Support Group

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Attending a weight loss surgery support group either virtual or in-person can provide several resources and benefits to help you become the healthiest version of yourself post bariatric surgery. Research shows that attending a support group after surgery can greatly improve early and long-term weight loss outcomes, help reduce symptoms of depression, and increase adherence to weight management behaviors such as healthy eating, routine exercise, and positive coping mechanisms to promote success. Support groups offer a safe environment to share individual issues or concerns and reinforce that you’re not alone in this journey.

The Cottage Center for Weight Loss Surgery hosts a monthly support group led by our bariatric registered dietitian, Alison Contreras, on the last Wednesday of every month from 5:30-6:30pm via Zoom. Various topics are discussed, a few including:

  • Vitamin and protein supplementation
  • Healthy eating around the Holiday’s
  • Meal planning and prepping
  • How to beat the weight loss plateau
  • Emotional eating
  • Exercise after weight loss surgery

If you are interested in attending the online support group, please contact Alison Contreras, RD at 805-324-9215 or via email at alicontreras@sbch.org.

Haga clic en este enlace para leer información sobre apoyo bariátrico en español.


For Dr. Bounoua and Dr. Thoman Patients

Cottage Bariatric Surgery Support Group Schedule 2026

Last Wednesday of every month from 5:30-6:30 via Zoom

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https://cottagehealth.zoom.us/j/8576124037
Meeting ID: 857 612 4037

  • January 28th - Setting Goals for the New Year
  • February 25th - Eating for Happy and Healthy Hearts (National Heart Health Month)
  • March 25th - Open discussion forum
  • April 29th - Better Sleep for Better Health
  • May 27th - How to Prevent Weight Regain Following Bariatric Surgery
  • June 24th - Gastrointestinal Health and Fiber
  • July 29th - Open discussion forum

For Dr. Kanard Patients

Cottage Pediatric Bariatric Support Group Schedule 2026

Third Thursday of every month – 5- 6pm

Via Zoom. Please RSVP online.

Patients and their families are invited to join a free virtual support group on the third Thursday of each month.

Led by Lupita Galaviz, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Grotenhuis Pediatric Clinics, these groups are designed to provide valuable support between office visits while giving you the opportunity to ask questions, meet with other families and share experiences before and after surgery.


For Dr. Zerey's Patients

Sutter Health Bariatric Support Group 2026 Schedule

Every 2nd Monday at 6 PM via Zoom

This program is offered free-of-charge but registration is required. For upcoming dates and to register, call our bariatric surgery program coordinator, Jessica Orozco, at (805) 898-3472.

  • January - Gut Health and Bariatric Surgery: Updates
  • February - Being Heart Healthy After Bariatric Surgery
  • March - Open Discussion
  • April - Will I Go Bald? Nutrition and Lifestyle Tips for Hair Growth After Surgery
  • May - Moving Forward: Exercise You Actually Enjoy
  • June/July - Nutrition for Life: Eating Mindfully or Intuitively After Surgery
  • August - Staying on Track Long-Term & Avoiding Weight Regain
  • September - Real-talk About Body Changes and Plastic Surgery Options
  • October - Reducing Food Waste After Surgery
  • November - Building Rituals & Realistic Goals After Surgery
  • December - Beyond the Scale: Redefining Success After Surgery & Sharing Your Journey

References

  1. Chhabria, K., Ross, K. M., Sacco, S.J., et al. (2020). The assessment of supportive accountability in adults seeking obesity treatment: Psychometric validation study. Journal of Medical Internet Research, 22(7), e17967.
  2. Fabricatore, A. N., Wadden, T. A., Higginbotham, A. J., et al. (2011). Intentional weight loss and changes in symptoms of depression: a systematic review and meta-analysis. International Journal of Obesity, 35(11), 1363-1376.


Grupo de apoyo para cirugía bariátrica

Asistir a un grupo de apoyo para cirugía de pérdida de peso, ya sea virtual o en persona, puede darle varios recursos y beneficios para ayudarlo a lograr la versión más sana de sí mismo después de la cirugía bariátrica. Las investigaciones demuestran que asistir a un grupo de apoyo después de la cirugía puede mejorar en gran medida los resultados de pérdida de peso a corto y largo plazo, ayudar a reducir los síntomas de depresión y aumentar la adherencia a conductas de control de peso, como la alimentación saludable, el ejercicio de rutina y las estrategias de afrontamiento positivas. Los grupos de apoyo ofrecen un entorno seguro para compartir problemas o preocupaciones individuales y refuerzan la idea de que uno no está solo en este proceso.

Cottage Center for Weight Loss Surgery (Centro para Cirugía de Pérdida de Peso de Cottage) organiza un grupo de apoyo mensual dirigido por nuestra dietista bariátrica registrada, Alison Contreras, el último miércoles de cada mes de 5:30 a 6:30 p.m. por Zoom.

Si está interesado en asistir al grupo de apoyo en línea, comuníquese con Alison Contreras, RD (dietista registrada) al 805-324-9215 o por correo electrónico a alicontreras@sbch.org.


Para los pacientes de la Dra. Bounoua y el Dr. Thoman

Horario del grupo de apoyo para cirugía bariátrica de Cottage 2026

Último miércoles de cada mes, de 5:30 a 6:30 p. m., por Zoom

Únase a la reunión de Zoom
https://cottagehealth.zoom.us/j/8576124037
ID de la reunión: 857 612 4037


Para los pacientes del Dr. Kanard

Horario del grupo de apoyo para cirugía bariátrica pediátrica de Cottage 2026

Tercer jueves de cada mes de 5:00 a 6:00 p.m.

Por Zoom. Confirme su asistencia en línea.

Se invita a los pacientes y familiares a unirse a un grupo de apoyo virtual gratuito el tercer jueves de cada mes.

Dirigidos por Lupita Galaviz, trabajadora social clínica autorizada de Grotenhuis Pediatric Clinics (Clínicas pediátricas de Grotenhuis), estos grupos están diseñados para dar un apoyo valioso entre las visitas en el consultorio y, al mismo tiempo, darle la oportunidad de hacer preguntas, reunirse con otras familias y compartir experiencias antes y después de la cirugía.


Para los pacientes del Dr. Zerey

Temas del grupo de apoyo para cirugía bariátrica 2026

Cada segundo lunes a las 6:00 p.m. por Zoom

Este programa se ofrece de manera gratuita, pero es necesario registrarse. Para conocer las próximas fechas y registrarse, llame a nuestra coordinadora del programa de cirugía bariátrica, Jessica Orozco, al (805) 898-3472.


Referencias

  1. Chhabria, K., Ross, K. M., Sacco, S.J., et al. (2020). The assessment of supportive accountability in adults seeking obesity treatment: Psychometric validation study. Journal of Medical Internet Research, 22(7), e17967.
  2. Fabricatore, A. N., Wadden, T. A., Higginbotham, A. J., et al. (2011). Intentional weight loss and changes in symptoms of depression: a systematic review and meta-analysis. International Journal of Obesity, 35(11), 1363-1376.

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