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    Weight Loss Surgery Informational Seminars and Support Groups

    For individuals interested in weight loss surgery, we offer monthly support groups in San Francisco and Novato. These education and support sessions are led by Gregg Jossart, M.D., who directs Sutter Pacific’s Laparoscopic Gastrointestinal, Bariatric and Endocrine Surgery program.

     |  San Francisco Seminars  |  Marin County Seminars

    Meetings offer a welcoming environment for individuals contemplating weight loss surgery to learn:

    • If you are a good candidate for surgery
    • How weight loss surgery can improve diabetes and weight-related medical issues
    • Gastric banding and stapling options
    • What to expect before and after surgery
    • Potential risks and complications
    • Life after surgery and keeping the weight off

    The first hour provides attendees with the latest information about surgery options, as well as the opportunity to pose questions about candidacy for surgery, risks and potential complications, what to expect before and after surgery, and weight maintenance. The second hour provides a forum for patients to share experiences, challenges and discuss life after surgery.

    Participants will have the opportunity to ask Dr. Jossart questions and find support among others considering bariatric surgery or who have successfully completed surgery. Occasional guest speakers include dietitians, plastic surgeons and psychologists.

    Sessions are free of charge. No registration is required. If you have questions prior to one of our sessions, contact us at 415-923-3200.
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    San Francisco Seminars

    California Pacific Medical Center
    2333 Buchanan St., 1st Floor
    Enright Room
    6:00 – 8:00 pm

    • Tuesday, January 10, 2012
    • Tuesday, February 7, 2012
    • Tuesday, March 13, 2012
    • Tuesday, April 17, 2012
    • Tuesday, May 15, 2012
    • Tuesday, June 5, 2012
    • Tuesday, July 10, 2012
    • Tuesday, August 21, 2012
    • Tuesday, September 11, 2012
    • Tuesday, October 9, 2012
    • Tuesday, November 6, 2012
    • Tuesday, December 4, 2012

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    Marin County Seminars

    Novato Community Hospital
    180 Rowland Way
    Wilkes-Weseman Conference Room
    9:00 – 11:30 am

    • Saturday, February 11, 2012
    • Saturday, March 17, 2011
    • Saturday, April 21, 2012
    • Saturday, May 19, 2012
    • Saturday, June 9, 2012
    • no July session
    • Saturday, August 25, 2012
    • Saturday, September 15, 2012
    • Saturday, October 13, 2012
    • Saturday, November 17, 2012
    • Saturday, December 15, 2012