COVID-19 Update for Support Groups
Due to the current circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak, our support group meetings will be held online only on the first Thursday of each month from 6-7pm. For more information please feel free to give us a call at (662) 377- SLIM (7546)
Thank you,
NMMC Bariatric Center
Weight Loss Support Group
The Weight Loss Support Group meets on the first Thursday of each month from 6 - 7pm at the NMMC Wellness Center, 1030 S. Madison. Support group meetings are free, but participants may call (662) 377-SLIM (377-7546) or 1-866-908-9465 for more information. The group provides education and emotional support for patients who are considering or have had bariatric surgery. Attendance at one Weight Loss Support Group meeting is required prior to bariatric surgery. This meeting can be attended in person or online.
Upcoming Weight Loss Support Group Meetings
For your convenience, we now offer online support groups. Attend a meeting as it is streamed lived from the comfort of your home.
Online support group events
North Mississippi Medical Center has been accredited by MBSAQIP as a Comprehensive Center. The Bariatric Center is also designated as an Accredited Center by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program and is recognized in the Optum Centers of Excellence Network. Due to this recognition, weight loss surgery at NMMC is covered by more health plans, including those for teachers, state employees and many offered by employers. So, check your health plan benefits, talk to your doctor and weigh your options.
Emotion, Behavior and Weight Management
Thursday, October 1, 2020
Online Courses
Upcoming Meetings
Meetings will be ONLINE only
January 7
Obesity and Sleep Apnea
Stevie Crane, RPSGT
February 4
Stress Management and Emotional Eating
Valerie Fields, LPC, CEAP
March 4
Exercising before and after Weight Loss Surgery
Wellness Center Staff
April 1
Nutritional Advice for Bariatric Patients
Ginger Mark, RD, CDE
May 6
Ask the Surgeon, Part 1
Dr. Terry Pinson, MD
June 3
Emotion, Behaviors, & Weight Management
Dr. John Young
July 1
Primary Care after Bariatric Surgery
Dr. Vernon Rayford, MD
August 5
Personal Testimonies and Living Ads
Vivian Rogers, DNP, NP-C
September 2
Your Body after Weight Loss Surgery
Dr. Alan Pritchard
October 7
Ask the Surgeon, Part 2
Dr. Will Cauthen
November 4
Men are from Mars & Women are from Venus
Dr. Marilyn Hopkins
December 2
Healthy Holiday Food Options
Bariatric Center Staff
Watch online at www.nmhs.net/weight-loss-support-group
Note: One Support Group must be attended prior to scheduling your surgery date.
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