We offer free virtual and in-person support groups with more detailed information on bariatric surgery and our program.
In-person support group locations include:
- Kansas – Occurs on the first Thursday of every month.
- Muskogee – Occurs on the first Tuesday of every month.
- Owasso – Occurs on the second Monday of every month.
Check below for upcoming events.
Muskogee Support Group
Monthly in-person support group meetings are available in Muskogee. Join us on the first Tuesday of every month to connect and learn from our staff and other patients. We'll cover an education topic at every meeting.
Upcoming Meeting: Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024
Topic: For this class, we will explore the power of gratitude. We’ll discuss how self-reflection can enhance your journey and help you recognize the progress you’ve made. Bring a "before" picture to share with the group—it can be a powerful reminder of your transformation. Finally, think of three ways that bariatric surgery has improved your quality of life, and be ready to share these positive changes.
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Muskogee County Health Department, 530 S. 34th St., Muskogee, OK 74401, Community Conference Room
Kansas Support Group
Monthly in-person support group meetings are available in Independence, Kansas. Join us on the first Thursday of every month to connect and learn from our staff and other patients. We'll cover an education topic at every meeting.
Upcoming Meeting: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024
Topic: For this class, we will explore the power of gratitude. We’ll discuss how self-reflection can enhance your journey and help you recognize the progress you’ve made. Bring a "before" picture to share with the group—it can be a powerful reminder of your transformation. Finally, think of three ways that bariatric surgery has improved your quality of life, and be ready to share these positive changes.
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Meetings will be held in the Woods Room at Independence Community College (ICC West), 2615 W. Main St., Independence, KS 67301
Owasso Support Group
Monthly in-person support group meetings are available in Owasso. Join us on the second Monday of every month to connect and learn from our staff and other patients. We'll cover an education topic at every meeting.
Upcoming Meeting: Monday, Dec. 9, 2024
Topic: For this class, we will explore the power of gratitude. We’ll discuss how self-reflection can enhance your journey and help you recognize the progress you’ve made. Bring a "before" picture to share with the group—it can be a powerful reminder of your transformation. Finally, think of three ways that bariatric surgery has improved your quality of life, and be ready to share these positive changes.
Time: The post-op room opens at 5:30 p.m. with the meeting to follow from 6-7:15 p.m.
Location: Bailey Education Foundation Auditorium, Bailey Medical Center (106th St. N. & N. Garnett). Please enter at the main hospital entrance and follow instructions to the meeting location.