We are happy to offer patients a FREE and NO OBLIGATION monthly weight-loss seminar. The location of the seminars vary but are usually located at Manatee Memorial Hospital. Each seminar is presented by a highly qualified bariatric surgeon. You will also get a chance to meet our staff including our bariatric coordinator. In the free bariatric seminar, you will:

• Learn why obesity is such a growing problem and what contributes to the problem.
• Learn about obesity how it’s diagnosed and why it is important.
• Learn about treatment options including medications, diet, exercise and surgical weight loss options.
• Learn about the most common weight loss surgeries and discuss the risks and benefits.
• Learn about the differences between the Lap Band, Gastric Bypass, and Laparoscopic Gastric Sleeve Procedures.
• Learn if you could be a candidate for surgical weight loss.
• Insurance Coverage
• Self Pay Options

Get information to help you decide if this is right for you!

Become more informed about bariatric surgery and take the first step toward a new you. There will be time for questions to be directed at the surgeon and light refreshments will be served.

Call Today to RSVP: 941-254-4957