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Read MoreBariatric surgery is a safe and effective tool which can be used for lifelong management and treatment of obesity. Here at Inspira, we want to ensure our patients are educated and informed to ensure success before and after surgery.
Bariatric Surgery Resources
Inspira’s multidisciplinary team is specially trained in bariatric surgery and are here to answer your questions and address your concerns to ensure you’re fully prepared for what lies ahead. This pre-op process involves a mix of educational activities including:
- Virtual Information Sessions (English/Espanol): A general overview of bariatric procedures. It is required to complete at least one information session prior to qualifying for surgery.
- Pre-Surgical Education Class: A virtual group session, led by your bariatric coordinator to review what you need to know about the procedure, diet, and hospital stay.
- New Beginnings Support Group: A virtual group meeting with bariatric coordinators, health experts, and bariatric surgery patients who gather to discuss diet, exercise, emotional concerns, and more.
Additional Educational Resources
Inspira and most insurance companies require each patient to complete the mix of educational sessions listed above prior to surgery. However, some insurance companies require additional education courses supplementary to Inspira’s required activities. Learn more about these specific topics:
Goal Setting Information Session
In this informational video, Bariatric Surgery Program Coordinator, Tiffany Lilly MSN, RN, CBN discusses the importance of goal setting and why it is critical to success before and after surgery. This includes the psychology behind how we set goals, why it’s important to create SMART goals, celebrating small achievements, overcoming obstacles, and how to stay motivated.
Understanding Diet and Nutrition Information Session
In this informational video, Bariatric Surgery Program Coordinator, Bradee Rojas MS, RD, CDCES discusses helpful nutrition and lifestyle topics that you can begin using now, before surgery, as well as for long term weight management and overall health. This includes education on portion control, instruction on nutrition facts label reading, understanding emotional eating and techniques for non-food related coping mechanisms.
