Weight Loss Support Group
North Mississippi Medical Center's Weight Loss Support Group meets online (unless otherwise noted below) at 6 p.m. on designated dates. The group provides education and emotional support for patients who are considering or have had bariatric surgery.
Support group meetings are free, and participants may call (662) 377-SLIM (377-7546) or 1-866-908-9465 for more information.
Watch "live" online by clicking the link on each month's topic. Unfortunately, once the meeting has ended, it is no longer available to watch.
Participation in one Weight Loss Support Group meeting is required prior to scheduling your surgery date.
2026 Meetings
January 8
Fresh Start: Goal Setting/Food & Emotions
Wellness Center Staff/Dr. John Young
February 5
Hormonal Changes Before & After Bariatric Surgery
Malinda Ingram, CFNP
March 5
Cardiovascular Considerations in Obesity & Weight Loss Surgery
Dr. Barry Bertolet
April 2
Weight Loss Surgery & Medical Weight Management
Leslie Villarrubia, FNP
May 7
Post Bariatric Surgery Body Reconstruction
Dr. Jared Davis
June 4
Ask the Bariatric Surgeons
Dr. Terry Pinson & Will Cauthen
July 2
Obstructive Sleep Apnea & Bariatric Surgery
Dr. Jaime Ungo
August 6
Day Out with the Exercise Physiologist
Location: NMHS Walking Track across from the Wellness Center, 1030 S. Madison St., Tupelo
Regina Beyer & Bariatric Clinic Staff
September 3
The Importance of Having a Primary Care Provider when Considering Weight Loss Surgery
Dr. Bonnie Basler
October 1
Diabetes & Weight Loss Surgery
Dr. Vernon Rayford
6-7:30 p.m.
November 5
Psychological Evaluation & Weight Loss Surgery
Dr. John Young
December 3
Setting Realistic Goals for the Holidays & New Year
Location: NMMC Wellness Center, 1030 S. Madison St., Tupelo
Dr. Terry Pinson, Dr. Will Cauthen & Bariatric Clinic Staff
