We offer Weight Loss Surgery Support Group meetings for Lap Band patients as well as Roux en Y patients.

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See You There!
Jean Dugger, Certified Support Group Leader (CSGL)

Directions to Cassano Health Center

Directions to Southview Hospital

All meetings start promptly with the Meeting Topic of the Month. Introductions are welcome, however, you will not be forced to speak, although, you are encouraged to share your story, good or bad.  

What you say may affect someone else, so please share!  

No matter what procedure you have had, it is important to attend Support Group a few times each year to keep you on track and to remind you of why you took this journey!

Below are pictures of patients that volunteered their photos to encourage others to come to Support Group for continued maintenance of their weight loss.  They are all "DBC CHAMPS" and there are many, many more.  Our group has grown by at least 7 to 10 times with people that know what it takes to be successful!  

No matter what surgery you've had,  you have to take it seriously. It is not a magic switch.

"You have to work as hard for it as you want it to work for you!"

"DBC CHAMPS"

TERRY ROOK

Surgery 07/03/02 - Starting Weight: 425 - Pounds Lost: 190

Terry says “Be prepared” for your journey!  He kept a pair of his pants to remind him that he is always on his journey and it will never end!  

His smile and his attitude make the Support Group laugh and gets us prepared for the road ahead!

AMY SCHENKEL

Surgery 07/29/05 – Starting Weight: 291 – Pounds Lost: 95

Amy continues to lose weight with a positive attitude and great support from her husband, children and her Mom!  She knows she lost the conditions that she had before surgery because she followed the program 100%.  Now she can play with the kids and is active in the schools!

Amy’s success is a valuable contribution to our support family!

ANNIE FRANKLIN

Surgery 09/27/05 – Starting Weight: 247 – Pounds Lost: 115

Annie is the “Hot On The Go Happiest Grandmother!” She said she is so much healthier. She spends a lot of time outside and enjoys her life to the fullest!  She has constant support from the hospital and her friends and family. She said this has helped her to feel better about herself.

Annie’s "go get’em" attitude keeps us all going!

KERI JAEHNIG

Surgery 04/30/2002 - Starting Weight: 334 - Pounds Lost: 165

Keri is an active CHAMP!  She attended support group long before she had surgery. She has done a lot of things she never expected to do - even run for office!  She enjoys meeting people at Support Group to carry on more support to help other to be successful!

She is an inspiration to us all!

SHEILA BRADLEY

Surgery 06/29/04 - Starting Weight: 312 - Pounds Lost: 175

Sheila says, "My success is due to the fact that I followed the directions that the doctor's and support group gave me. I still do. I drink my protein drink every day and take my vitamins every day. I do not eat anything with sugar in it, if I do it has to be less than 8 grams of sugar and I eat more healthy now so I've totally changed my eating habits. You just want to. You really do. So, if you are considering this surgery, I highly recommend it because it's been the best thing I've ever done for my health and if you do what the doctors tell you to do, you will be successful too".

She is an awesome addition to the support group!

PENNY SHAFER

Surgery 06/12/06 – Starting Weight: 366 – Pounds Lost: 134

Penny had a long journey before she was approved for Weight Loss Surgery; she had plenty of support along the way from Darlene, Pat, and Deb.  It is priceless when friends and family want to help you become successful on your journey. Penny says be sure you are willing to do what it takes to be successful in your new lifestyle!

SUDY REYNOLDS

Surgery 10/25/01 - Starting Weight: 302 - Pounds Lost: 170

Sudy no longer has any of her co-morbid conditions. She is active in Bike-a-thons, Walk-a-thons, and she exercises daily!  She is an inspiration to all. Make sure you read Sudy's bio on our success story page

She is a DBC CHAMP who is maintaining long-term success!

TRICIA WALLEN

Surgery 06/19/06 – Starting Weight: 410 – Pounds Lost: 100

Tricia was sad and concerned when she came to us. Now, you can’t stop that bright smile from shining!  Melissa continues to support her as she continues to have weight loss success.  She comes to Support Group regularly and tells everyone to “Take Control!” 

 If you need this in your life, then by all means, do it!” She continues to rise to the top and is a DBC CHAMP!

LIZ  PULLEY

Surgery 01/04/06 - Starting Weight: 232 – Pounds Lost: 100

As a nurse, Liz has a very busy job that she handles well with her new energy level!  She is very sweet and cares for others. Her advice to patients is to consult with your physician and make sure you are comfortable with your surgeon. 

Liz is constantly sharing with others about her new lifestyle and is an inspiration to us all!

TRICIA DONNELLY

Surgery 12/09/05 - Starting Weight: 401 - Pounds Lost: 156

Tricia was a long time patient before weight loss surgery.  She has been a part of the DBC family for years.  She attends support group and Her mother comes and supports all of us as well!  She is always bring new ideas to the group and has turned around from low-self esteem to constant smiles and motivation for others! 

VALERIE GUERRERO

Surgery 03/08/06 - Starting Weight: 268 – Pounds Lost: 117

Our support group has adopted Valerie!  She came to us to get information to continue to be successful! She has ridden horses and has a lot more energy. She says all of her conditions she had before surgery are going…going… GONE! 

She has made lots of new friends and shares her beautiful success.

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See You There!
Jean Dugger, Certified Support Group Leader (CSGL)