In this 60 minute group medical visit, an obesity medicine assistant and our internal medicine specialist, Dr. Jacek Cieslak, will discuss strategies for navigating the holidays while staying on track with your health and weight management goals, as well as answer participant questions regarding this topic. Participants will be prompted to fill out a form during registration so they can submit questions and desired discussion points for the physician in advance. 

*Please note that these are smaller group medical visits and there are a limited number of spots. To keep things fair for other participants, please register only if you can commit to attending. If you register but neglect to show up, the $40 cancellation fee for a missed appointment will apply. 

In this session, we will discuss evidence-based approaches to obesity management including the role of medications and bariatric surgery. Our goal is to provide clear, practical information about how these treatments work, their side effects and contraindications, how to use these medications safely and effectively, and the different types of bariatric surgery.

While the holidays are often times of great pleasure, they also present some unique challenges that can increase the likelihood of weight regain and/or relapse with unhealthy behaviours. Whether it be holiday work parties, family gatherings, special treats on display at grocery stores, or navigating other stressors associated with this time of year, it is helpful to have a game plan going into these high-risk situations. In this session, we will provide strategies that can help you stay on track with your health goals while enjoying this special season. We strongly recommend attending this group to set yourself up for success during the holidays.