The Importance of Support Groups After Bariatric Surgery

The Importance of Support Groups After Bariatric Surgery - Dr Vikram Lotwala

The life changes required by bariatric surgery often require patients to understand about food, exercise and about their own bodies. Bariatric Support group is a place for patients to find ongoing educational opportunities. Some Bariatric Support Groups have special Speakers/Guests come to their meetings, including fitness and cooking instructors who give formal presentations. But most of the learning in support groups comes from other patients.

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Every patient’s weight loss journey is different and unique. Weight loss support groups provide a place where patients can find help and assist each other throughout the journey, both pre- and post-operatively. Studies have found that patient support increases the chances of long-term success for losing and maintaining weight. This is because:

- Patients can obtain validation
- Help each other overcome the many obstacles that may develop throughout the journey.

- Celebrate the various accomplishments achieved

- Learn new techniques to approaching weight loss
- Stay motivated
- More so, you will receive insight, perspective and real-world experiences from those who have personally gone through the process and are now able to share their perspective.

To know more about our upcoming bariatric support group program call us on +91 99099 66056. or to Schedule your weight loss appointment with Dr Vikram Lotwala visit us http://www.drvikramlotwala.com/

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