SUPPORT GROUPS

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group will be held in Studio 108

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is geared toward patients who are approximately one year or more post-surgery. We find that, as the journey continues, patients have different needs and potential struggles in the years after surgery than they do before or immediately after surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. Most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image). We also engage in open, supportive conversation about issues of concern to attendees.

This group is geared toward anyone who is interested, in the process of obtaining or who has weight loss surgery. Support people are welcome as well. This group is facilitated by Joanna Wolverton, RD, LD. A brief 5-10 minute lesson on a topic related to weight loss surgery or nutrition will be presented. Attendees are encouraged and welcome to ask questions or talk about anything related to weight loss surgery.

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group will be held in Studio 108

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is geared toward anyone who is interested, in the process of obtaining or who has weight loss surgery. Support people are welcome as well. This group is facilitated by Joanna Wolverton, RD, LD. A brief 5-10 minute lesson on a topic related to weight loss surgery or nutrition will be presented. Attendees are encouraged and welcome to ask questions or talk about anything related to weight loss surgery.

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is geared toward patients who are approximately one year or more post-surgery. We find that, as the journey continues, patients have different needs and potential struggles in the years after surgery than they do before or immediately after surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. Most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image). We also engage in open, supportive conversation about issues of concern to attendees.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group will be held in Studio 108

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is geared toward anyone who is interested, in the process of obtaining or who has weight loss surgery. Support people are welcome as well. This group is facilitated by Joanna Wolverton, RD, LD. A brief 5-10 minute lesson on a topic related to weight loss surgery or nutrition will be presented. Attendees are encouraged and welcome to ask questions or talk about anything related to weight loss surgery.

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is geared toward patients who are approximately one year or more post-surgery. We find that, as the journey continues, patients have different needs and potential struggles in the years after surgery than they do before or immediately after surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. Most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image). We also engage in open, supportive conversation about issues of concern to attendees.

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group will be held in Studio 108

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is geared toward anyone who is interested, in the process of obtaining or who has weight loss surgery. Support people are welcome as well. This group is facilitated by Joanna Wolverton, RD, LD. A brief 5-10 minute lesson on a topic related to weight loss surgery or nutrition will be presented. Attendees are encouraged and welcome to ask questions or talk about anything related to weight loss surgery.

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is geared toward patients who are approximately one year or more post-surgery. We find that, as the journey continues, patients have different needs and potential struggles in the years after surgery than they do before or immediately after surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. Most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image). We also engage in open, supportive conversation about issues of concern to attendees.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group will be held in Studio 108

This group is geared toward anyone who is interested, in the process of obtaining or who has weight loss surgery. Support people are welcome as well. This group is facilitated by Joanna Wolverton, RD, LD. A brief 5-10 minute lesson on a topic related to weight loss surgery or nutrition will be presented. Attendees are encouraged and welcome to ask questions or talk about anything related to weight loss surgery.

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is geared toward patients who are approximately one year or more post-surgery. We find that, as the journey continues, patients have different needs and potential struggles in the years after surgery than they do before or immediately after surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. Most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image). We also engage in open, supportive conversation about issues of concern to attendees.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group will be held in Studio 108

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is geared toward patients who are approximately one year or more post-surgery. We find that, as the journey continues, patients have different needs and potential struggles in the years after surgery than they do before or immediately after surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. Most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image). We also engage in open, supportive conversation about issues of concern to attendees.

This group is geared toward anyone who is interested, in the process of obtaining or who has weight loss surgery. Support people are welcome as well. This group is facilitated by Joanna Wolverton, RD, LD. A brief 5-10 minute lesson on a topic related to weight loss surgery or nutrition will be presented. Attendees are encouraged and welcome to ask questions or talk about anything related to weight loss surgery.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group will be held in Studio 108

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is geared toward anyone who is interested, in the process of obtaining or who has weight loss surgery. Support people are welcome as well. This group is facilitated by Joanna Wolverton, RD, LD. A brief 5-10 minute lesson on a topic related to weight loss surgery or nutrition will be presented. Attendees are encouraged and welcome to ask questions or talk about anything related to weight loss surgery.

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is geared toward patients who are approximately one year or more post-surgery. We find that, as the journey continues, patients have different needs and potential struggles in the years after surgery than they do before or immediately after surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. Most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image). We also engage in open, supportive conversation about issues of concern to attendees.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group will be held in Studio 108

This group is geared toward anyone who is interested, in the process of obtaining or who has weight loss surgery. Support people are welcome as well. This group is facilitated by Joanna Wolverton, RD, LD. A brief 5-10 minute lesson on a topic related to weight loss surgery or nutrition will be presented. Attendees are encouraged and welcome to ask questions or talk about anything related to weight loss surgery.

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.

This group is geared toward patients who are approximately one year or more post-surgery. We find that, as the journey continues, patients have different needs and potential struggles in the years after surgery than they do before or immediately after surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. Most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image). We also engage in open, supportive conversation about issues of concern to attendees.

This group is open to all bariatric patients – those who are preparing for surgery and those who have already had surgery. It provides an opportunity to share questions and discuss a wide variety of issues related to weight loss surgery. The group is facilitated by Beth Eckerd, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with expertise in eating and obesity related issues. In addition to addressing whatever issues arise, most months Beth brings some information on a topic of interest for us to learn more about and discuss (e.g., food addiction, body image).

This group is open to all patients including those prior to surgery, post op patients, and support persons. The group is facilitated by Mark Mortonson. Mark holds a Master degree in Health Education with extensive training in non-surgical, medically supervised weight management, and an extensive background in bariatrics. Each meeting begins with educational support around behavioral issues related to the bariatric life. Areas covered include food issues, exercise issues, and psychological issues relevant to patient success. Following that discussion, patients are asked to take turns sharing about their experiences, and are usually given a discussion starter question to answer.