Buddy Program

The Bariatric Buddy Program was established to help new patients with the challenges they face before and after weight-loss surgery. The Buddy Program Network meets these goals by establishing a one on one relationship with a post-op patient, acting as a contact to which any questions or concerns can be directed. Our bariatric coordinator, Vicky will pair you up with a buddy who has had the same bariatric surgery as you plan on having. Your buddy will try to make contact with you once pre-operatively and once post-operatively. It is totally up you and the buddy on how you would like to establish the relationship after that. Whatever you choose to make of this program will ultimately help yourself and others succeed.

This network is not intended for medical or psychological advice to be shared. Any medical problems should be directed to the bariatric surgeon or the medical physician. Any psychological issues should be directed to your mental health counselor or psychiatrist.