Talking with other patients who have had weight loss surgery is a very important part of your care as you undergo a major life change. Boston Medical Center offers support groups for pre- and post-operative weight loss surgery patients.
Sessions are held in English and must be scheduled in advance. Please call 617.414.8052 or send a message via MyChart to schedule.
Emotional Eating Support Group
First Thursday of each month, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
If you find yourself reaching for food when you are feeling down or upset, you are not alone. The emotional sating support group is led by a specialist in the treatment and prevention of eating disorders. Please note that this group, which will take place via telemedicine, is open only to BMC patients preparing for weight loss surgery and those who have already had surgery.
Weight Loss Surgery Support Group
Third Thursday of each month, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. English
Third Thursday of each month, 10:30 to11:30 a.m. Spanish
The weight loss surgery support group, led by a bariatric surgery dietitian, is designed to help guide and support you before and after your weight loss surgery. You'll have the opportunity to learn from other patients and share your own weight loss experiences. Please note that this group meeting will take place via telemedicine and is only open to patients enrolled in BMC's Weight Loss Surgery Program.