Why I Attend ObesityHelp National Conferences: The ObesityHelp National Conference is back and gearing up for 2023! After a three-year hiatus due to the Covid pandemic, bariatric patients, pre-op patients, patient supporters, information seekers, vendors, and speakers met together in October 2022 to hear the latest medical information, to share
The ObesityHelp Conference is just around the corner, and there are many reasons to come! For those new to the conference, the yearly event is “a celebration of health and wellness for those navigating their weight loss surgery journey” and has been happening since 2004. Bariatric professionals, pre-ops, post-ops, and
On ObesityHelp, I'm known as Berduboy but if you go to an ObesityHelp National Conference, I'm Kevin Stephens. On February 8, 2011, I had RNY weight loss surgery and have lost 220 pounds. I've changed my life in many ways so I can maintain my weight loss and continue living
Come Walk the Runway at Bariatric Connect 2024! Get ready for the Catwalk! Fashion Show Model sign-ups for the Bariatric Connect 2024 Conference in Newport Beach, CA, on September 20th & 21st, are now open! We can't wait to see everyone come together for an incredible celebration. One of the
We are thrilled to announce Lauren Sanchez and Yelena Kibasova as the 2024 Bariatric Connect Conference Co-Hosts! Each year, ObesityHelp Conferences are filled with unparalleled excitement and energy, in part due to our amazing co-hosts, who both bring laughter, support, and inspiration to the stage. Lauren and Yelena will lead
We are absolutely thrilled to announce Dr. Steven Reyes as the 2024 Bariatric Connect Conference emcee! Dr. Steven Reyes, affectionately known as Dr. Steve by his patients, is a nationally recognized psychologist who has specialized in Bariatric Psychology since 2005. Dr. Steve's dedication to the field of bariatric psychology and
We are thrilled to announce the 2024 Bariatric Connect Workshops and Facilitators! These workshops are designed to help you gain valuable strategies and tools to support your weight loss journey. The facilitators are experts in their field and have worked with 1000's of people in the bariatric and weight loss
Are you ready for some sun, sand, and support? We warmly invite you to join us for the Bariatric Connect 2024 National Conference in Newport Beach, California, this September 20th and 21st! Immerse yourself in the warmth of a supportive community and embrace unforgettable moments of celebration and face-to-face interactions.
Saturday nights at ObesityHelp National Conferences are always an absolute blast! After two full days of amazing workshops, sessions, vendor visits, a costume party, and more, Saturday evenings at our conferences are always a much anticipated highlight to look forward to. This year, although there were many moments of celebrations,
On Friday night of the 2023 ObesityHelp National Conference, we held the 2023 Meet & Greet Costume Party sponsored by PatchMD®. After a day filled with educational and motivational sessions, this downtime allowed attendees to flex their creativity while focusing on fun and community bonding. It's a long-running tradition that
