Bariatric Surgery Support Group

Have you had or are considering bariatric surgery? Bronson offers ongoing support to help you improve your chances of long-term weight management success. Participants can share information, experiences and emotional support. Supportive friends and family are also welcome. No registration required for this free program.

Programs take place on the third Thursday of each month from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Gilmore Center for Health Education at Bronson Methodist Hospital. Parking is available in the Jasper Street Ramp next to the Gilmore Center. Enter the ramp from Jasper Street.

Schedule of speakers/topics:

  • May 20, Bariatric Coordinator
  • June 17, Stuart Verseman, MD, Bariatric Surgeon
  • July 15, TBD
  • August 19, TBD
  • September 16, TBD
  • October 21, TBD
  • November 18, TBD
  • December 16, TBD

Find out what support group participants say about why they are happy to have had bariatric surgery and what the support group means to them.Download a printable flyer with the 2010 support group schedule.

Call Bronson Medical & Surgical Weight Management at (269) 341-8900 for more information. 

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Bariatric Surgery Support Group Schedule


601 John Street / Kalamazoo, MI 49007 / (269) 341-7654