Bariatric surgery information and support
Considering surgery? Attend this lecture for more information
7-8:30 p.m. first Thursday of each month
Community Hospital Conference rooms A, B, and C
This informational meeting by surgeon Dr. Mark Vierra is free and open to the public. Attendance is highly recommended before making an appointment for weight-loss surgery consultation. Topics include the biological basis for obesity; strategies for weight loss; and surgical options, outcomes, and complications. Family members are encouraged to attend.
6:30-8:30 p.m. second Thursday of each month
Community Hospital
Conference rooms A and B
Led by a registered dietitian from Community Hospital, this support group focuses on patients who are considering weight-loss surgery or who have recently had it. The group setting provides accurate nutritional information, support, and accountability. It is strongly recommended but not required for all patients considering weight-loss surgery. Family members are encouraged to attend.
6:30-8:00 p.m. fourth Wednesday of each month
Community Hospital
Conference rooms A, B, and C
Led by a registered dietitian from Community Hospital, this group is for those who had gastric bypass or gastric sleeve surgery at least a year earlier. (November meeting will be fifth Wednesday, Nov. 30, due to Thanksgiving holiday.)
7:00-8:30 p.m. fourth Thursday of each month
Community Hospital
Cancer Center classroom
For those with adjustable gastric bands (Lapband and Realize), providing peer-to-peer support with professional guidance and education for the banded lifestyle and meeting weight-loss goals. Note, there is no meeting in November or December.
10:00-11:30 a.m. second Saturday of each month
Cancer Center classroom
Lecture series with a variety of topics designed to help people better obtain and maintain their weight-loss goals after surgery. Seating is limited. Call 649-0808 or e-mail drvierrasoffice@montereysurgery.com to reserve space. Note, there is no November meeting.
3-4:15 p.m. third Thursday of every month
Community Hospital 's Ryan Ranch Outpatient Campus
Building D, Suite 200
Cost: $69
How and what can you eat after you have had gastric bypass or lap-band surgery? Learn everything you need to know in this class, which should be taken about one month before your surgery. For more information and pre-registration, please call (831) 649-7220.
