Alexian Brothers Advanced Weight Solutions Support Groups

When you make a major life change, you need lots of support and encouragement. Our Freedom to Live program is built on a genuine support system of compassionate professionals, mentors, and peers. Sponsored by Alexian Brothers Advanced Weight Solutions, and led by a licensed clinical psychologist, our support groups provide a safe and comfortable environment where you can talk about the changes you'll be going through. Support groups are also a great place to share your questions, concerns, and experiences while also learning from other patients' success stories and challenges.

You'll be asked to attend at least one meeting before surgery to become familiar with our support network. After surgery, we require you to attend and participate in support groups as part of your follow-up and recovery program. We encourage you to bring one family member or support person with you to these meetings.

Support Groups Available

Gastric Bypass Support Group

For more information call: 866-716-5263
Alexian Brothers Medical Center 
Fee: $10

Welcome any post-operative gastric bypass patient to this support group. Too often, emotional and behavioral issues need resolution to enhance weight loss efforts. Sessions fun on a monthly bases and are a great way to adjust to a comprehensive change in lifestyle.   

  • Bypass Support Group

  • Band Support Group

    For more information call: 866-716-5263
    Alexian Brothers Medical Center
    Fee: $10  

    Post-operative support group for all adjustable lap-band surgery patients. Learn about aftercare needs, including better management of emotional and behavioral issues. This is a great opportunity to meet former lap-band patients and ease the transition into a new lifestyle.

  • Lap-Band Support Group
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