Bariatric Surgery Video Chat Support Group
This support group brings together bariatric surgery patients. Whether you’re pre- or post-surgery, support groups are a good opportunity to share experiences and receive support from the Penn Bariatric community.
Keep in mind that this session will include both audio and video with other Penn Medicine bariatric surgery patients.
You will receive a MyPennMedicine message and an email with instructions on how to join the group one business day before the event.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Bariatric Surgery Video Chat Support Group
This support group brings together bariatric surgery patients. Whether you’re pre- or post-surgery, support groups are a good opportunity to share experiences and receive support from the Penn Bariatric community.
Keep in mind that this session will include both audio and video with other Penn Medicine bariatric surgery patients.
You will receive a MyPennMedicine message and an email with instructions on how to join the group one business day before the event.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Learn More About Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery: Free In-Person Seminar
There are a lot of options and when it comes to trying to lose weight and improve your health. Bariatric weight loss surgery is one of the most time-tested, proven options for achieving long-term weight loss and—very importantly— for treating related health issues such as high blood pressures, type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, and more. At this live seminar, you will learn more about the effectiveness of bariatric surgery procedures as well as endoscopic procedures. You will have the opportunity to talk directly with our surgeons and schedule an expedited office consult.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: 3400 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia
4th Floor, West Pavilion (4W).
Conference room in GI Surgery Department. ,
The main entrance of the Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine is on Civic Center Boulevard between Convention Avenue and East Service Drive. There is an information desk inside the main entrance for assistance to the 4W conference room, as needed. Audience: General Public. Patients. Type of Event: Informational Session.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Bariatric Surgery Video Chat Support Group
This support group brings together bariatric surgery patients. Whether you’re pre- or post-surgery, support groups are a good opportunity to share experiences and receive support from the Penn Bariatric community.
Keep in mind that this session will include both audio and video with other Penn Medicine bariatric surgery patients.
You will receive a MyPennMedicine message and an email with instructions on how to join the group one business day before the event.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Monday, November 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Bariatric Surgery Video Chat Support Group
This support group brings together bariatric surgery patients. Whether you’re pre- or post-surgery, support groups are a good opportunity to share experiences and receive support from the Penn Bariatric community.
Keep in mind that this session will include both audio and video with other Penn Medicine bariatric surgery patients.
You will receive a MyPennMedicine message and an email with instructions on how to join the group one business day before the event.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Friday, December 12, 2025, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Bariatric Surgery Video Chat Support Group
This support group brings together bariatric surgery patients. Whether you’re pre- or post-surgery, support groups are a good opportunity to share experiences and receive support from the Penn Bariatric community.
Keep in mind that this session will include both audio and video with other Penn Medicine bariatric surgery patients.
You will receive a MyPennMedicine message and an email with instructions on how to join the group one business day before the event.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Monday, December 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Bariatric Surgery Video Chat Support Group
This support group brings together bariatric surgery patients. Whether you’re pre- or post-surgery, support groups are a good opportunity to share experiences and receive support from the Penn Bariatric community.
Keep in mind that this session will include both audio and video with other Penn Medicine bariatric surgery patients.
You will receive a MyPennMedicine message and an email with instructions on how to join the group one business day before the event.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, January 8, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.