We're a small group of friends and co-workers who try our best to encourage each other. Some of us have had WLS and others are just trying to lose weight on their own. This group was created to give African-Americans a voice and support when it comes to weight loss issues.

This support group is for pre-ops and post-ops in the Miami County and surrounding areas. Anyone is welcome and is designed to help those who have questions, fears, accomplishments, goals,and ideas about weightloss. This group is here to help others by supporting them, but also give them information. It will also be available for the family and friends of WLS population whether you have had sur...

Bariatric surgery, story, journey, no age requirment,  relationships, weight loss, weight gain, questions , friendships

Here you will find answers to all your questions about surgery, recovery and more.  You will also have access to recipes, exersices and much more to help you along your journey. Please let one of our group leaders know if there is anything we can do for you. lightersteps

I am Dr. Dawn Hopper, a psychologist, relationship expert, WLS consultant/ WLS evaluator - TEN YEARS SINCE MY WLS.  TMI is not here.  ASK AWAY.   Albany  to Kingston the Hudson Valley Bariatric Group will support one another on a variety of issues.

I created this group for people who are thinking of having weight loss surgery, people who are pre-op and post-op. Please come and share your experiences, concerns, questions, ideas, tips and struggles with weight loss.