Support Group Schedule

The Ottawa Hospital Bariatric Centre of Excellence

Virtual Support Group Schedule

There is no cost to attend these sessions. To Register Call 613-761-5101

Ongoing Series: Managing Weight Expectations
Facilitated by a Registered Dietitian
Call the clinic at 613-761-5101 for schedule information.

Managing Weight Expectations Course

The Managing Weight Expectations course is a 4-week ONLINE group course. It provides participants with a better understanding of WHY the body may gain weight and for some people, why it can be so difficult to keep it off long-term. Most importantly, the course provides an overview of treatment options and a new way of looking at our weight, health and expectations.

Part 1: Factors Affecting Our Weight

• Did you know that weight bias and stigma can impact our weight?
• Is body mass index (BMI) out of date?​
• Do we really understand the term “obesity”?​
• Does weight loss = health?

Part 2: Hormones Affecting Weight & Appetite

• What is body weight set point and can it be changed?
• Does our brain really control our weight?
• How does losing or gaining weight affect our hormones?
• Why do I have food cravings?
• How does stress impact our weight and appetite?

Part 3: Gut Bacteria: Is Your Weight ‘Bugging’ You?

• What is gut bacteria (microbiota)? ​
• How does it affect our health and weight​?
• Can anything improve gut bacteria?

Part 4: Life-long Management

• Can I still lose weight long-term?
• What can I do that’s in my control?
• What should I expect life-long
• How can you shift your expectations to achieve your values

Last updated on: November 20th, 2023