Support Group in LV open to any surgeon's post op

TVJunkie
on 6/9/09 10:40 pm
I am looking for a post-op group that is active, interactive and allows patients from any surgeon.  I am new-er to the Las Vegas area.  I formerly enjoyed a program that was available weekly and am having trouble finding a support group in LV, especially one that has meaningful meetings more than once a month.    Am looking for a program that is well rounded and offers something on all the aspects of WLS success -- exercise, behavior and nutrition.  I attended one (which will remain forever unnamed) but disappointedly it didn't address all three aspects.

Thanks in advance,
TVJunkie
RNY 2004  lost 236+
DrLindsey
on 7/28/09 3:18 pm - Las Vegas, NV
Hi there,

Our clinic offers a weekly weight management group that includes a great deal of behavioral focus. Currently, it is open to post op patients as well as non WLS weight management patients but the hope is that as it grows we will divide the groups. Typically 5-10 people attend and the cost is $5. It is facilitated by a Masters level psychology student pusuing her doctorate who has been working with eating and weight disorders and bariatric surgery for two years. Occasionally, my husband or I facilitate as well. (He is an internist specializing in bariatrics and I am a psychologist). If you are interested or want more information check out our website www.chslv.com or call 363-6005. We are also looking at starting a structured weight loss surgery therapy group in September with a varied curriculum focused on post operative quality of life and better outcomes.

Congrats on all of your success!

Lindsey

Dr. Lindsey Ricciardi is a licensed clinical psychologist and member of OH's Mental Health Advisory Board. By posting, she makes no promises, guarantees, representations, or warranties, expressed or implied, and assumes no duty or liability with regard to the information contained herein. This post is not intended to diagnose or treat any condition. No professional services are being rendered and nothing is intended to provide such services or advice of any kind. No informational post can take the place of seeking professional help. If you need professional help, seek professional services or dial 911. For more info on Dr. Lindsey visit www.mindbodybariatrics.com.

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