Will I need to attend any pre-operative counseling or support groups?

Will I need to attend any pre-operative counseling or support groups?

It depends on the program you go with. Mine had a 10 week class, plus requirements around psych, nutrition and support group sessions. Others have been in programs they didn't have any of those type of requirements. Best to talk with your medical teams

The surgery is not a miracle cure for poor eating habits. You will need to work with your center's team to learn the healthy eating that will made the surgery successful, not just in the short term but for life.