BAPTIST HEALTH has been designated a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence by the American Society for Bariatric Surgery.

Bariatric Support Groups:

Most bariatric surgeons agree - ongoing support after surgery leads to the greatest level of success. Support groups give you a great opportunity to discuss personal or professional issues that arise from surgery or from a history of obesity. And they allow you to surround yourself with people who understand and support your goals, which directly increases your chances of long-term success.

The Bariatric Support Group will also help you develop realistic expectations. That is, weight loss surgery will not immediately resolve existing emotional difficulties, or heal the years of damage caused by a lifetime of being overweight.

BAPTIST HEALTH Medical Center-Little Rock:

DATE	LOCATION
MARCH 13	Gilbreath Conference Center - Room 22
APRIL 10	To be determined
MAY 8	Gilbreath Conference Center - Room 22
JUNE 12	To be determined
JULY 10	Gilbreath Conference Center - Room 22
AUGUST 14	Gilbreath Conference Center - Room 22
SEPTEMBER 11	Gilbreath Conference Center - Room 22
OCTOBER 9	Gilbreath Conference Center - Room 22
NOVEMBER 13	Gilbreath Conference Center - Room 22
DECEMBER 11	Shuffield Auditorium

You are welcome to bring your support person with you, but please do not bring any children less than twelve years old. This is an adult meeting.

Meetings are scheduled to begin at 6:00 P.M. They will end at or before 7:30 P.M.

In the case of inclement weather, do not expect a support group to meet. You may call 501-202-1791 to inquire if the group will meet that night.