Area Bariatric Support Groups

The support groups offer a chance for new patients to ask questions of people who have already had weight loss surgery. Those who have already had surgery are there to share their experiences. Feel free to bring family and friends for support.

Utica Support Group

When: Third Thursday of every month, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00pm
Where: Sogg's Conference Room at the St. Luke's Home (Behind St. Luke's Hospital), 1650 Champlin Ave, Utica, NY
Contact: Melissa Loiacano - (315) 368-3074; email: uticacutie@adelphia.net

Educational speakers are scheduled throughout the year.

Syracuse- St. Joseph's Hospital & Health Center

When: First Thursday and Third Wednesday of every month, 6:30 PM
Where: 7246 Janus Park Drive, Liverpool NY (Off of Taft Road) Meeting held in St. Joseph's Healthcare Network Building, Conference Room A (2nd floor) - You may park in the Cardiac Pulmonary Patient parking only section
Contact: Barbara Wagoner - (315)448-5825

Canadian Support Group- Ottawa Area

When: Last Sunday of every month, 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Where: Tanglewood Community Center, 30 Woodfield Dr. (just off Merivale Road by Costco), Nepean, Ontario
Contact: Cindy Martin - (613) 762-5404; email: cindyloubear@hotmail.com
Online Ottawa Weight Loss Support Group: www.owsg.ca