Support groups
The Bariatric Surgery Center support groups are for current and former patients and their designated support person only. Meetings are held online or in-person. Click the button below for specific dates, times and locations.
Our support groups are led by Bariatric Surgery Center staff and special guests.
When we meet
Second Tuesday of every month
Discuss a variety of topics from mindfulness, emotional eating, triggers, stress and more! Learn strategies to help you reach your health goals.
Third Thursday of every month
Join us for Q&As with staff, walking groups, discussions about what to expect before and after surgery, and more!
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Join our online meetings
Our online meetings take place using Microsoft Teams.
Our Teams meeting ID and passcode is the same for every meeting.
- Meeting ID: 273 871 429 165
- Passcode: f2BPbi
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Upcoming meetings
Psychology Topics
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Microsoft Teams
Discuss a variety of topics from mindfulness, emotional eating, triggers, stress and more! Learn strategies to help you reach your health goals.
What is life like after surgery?
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Microsoft Teams
You are invited to ask questions of a previous patient who already had surgery. Come hear her insights on what made her successful and how she overcame challenges.
What to expect at the hospital following surgery
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Microsoft Teams
Ask a Salem Health post-surgery nurse about your recovery and what you can expect.
The role of weight loss medication and lifestyle change in pre- and post-bariatric care
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Microsoft Teams
Meet with Dr. Barbara Hoover who is a provider at Compass Medical Clinic to discuss weight loss medications, mindful eating and other lifestyle changes for promoting weight loss.