If you would like for us to attend an event, please contact Trina Harris at 202-865-3466.

FREE Seminars:

Bariatric Surgery Information Sessions
Monthly, Every First & Third Thursdays
6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.
Howard University Hospital, Freedmen's Hall
For more information, call 202-865-3466.
To register, click here.


Bariatric Support Group Meetings
Monthly, Every Third Thursday
6:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m.
Howard University Hospital, Tower Bldg., Suite 4100-B
For more information, call 202-865-3466.

January Support Group: 1/20/11
Presenter: Dr. Denia Tapscott
Let's get back on track after the holidays. We will discuss how to make appropriate dietary and physical activity changes.

February Support Group: 2/17/11
Presenter: Joneis Thomas, PhD
We will discuss Mind, Body, and a renewed Spirit, after weight loss surgery. If you find yourself eating for no reason, having relationship issues, or adjusting to the new you, please plan on attending our support group session.

March Support Group: 3/17/11
Presenter: Dr. Kirk Geter, Podiatrist "Get on the Good Foot"
Do you know what size shoe you really wear???? Dr. Geter will discuss good foot health, proper sizing, proper shoes for increased physical activity. Come out for a fun filled evening.

April Support Group: 4/21/11
Presenter: Quantrell Smith of Q’s Hard Body Fitness
As a Certified Personal Trainer, Quantrell's goal is to provide a fun and effective way to improve the overall quality of life for every one of his clients. He believes that FITNESS is a life style. Q's Hard Body Fitness specializes in weight loss programs, nutrition counseling and custom training routines. Q likes to challenge and encourage his clients to surpass their physical and mental boundaries by using functional exercise & sound nutritional planning.


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