ONLINE SEMINAR
Fill out a brief questionnaire and watch three short videos to learn more about the bariatric surgery journey. Our bariatric coordinator will help you through the process.
LIVE SEMINARS
Each month weight loss surgery seminars are held for all interested candidates.. All patients are required to attend the informational seminar prior to seeing the surgeon an initial consultation. At each seminar, we will cover in detail each of the surgical procedures including how the procedure is performed, risks and benefits, advantages and disadvantages, nutrition needs, activity and exercise requirements and what to expect following surgery. A surgeon, a registered nurse (coordinator of the program) and dietitian will be present and will be able to answer any questions that you may have. Please see the schedule to the right for upcoming seminars. You will need to call 573.815.6466 to register for the seminar or register online.
Seminars are held:
Boone Hospital Conference Center
1600 E. Broadway
Columbia MO 65201
The conference center is located across from the admissions desk at the main entrance. Follow signs for Weight Loss Surgery.
Parking is available in the parking garage on William St. Take the pedestrian bridge from level 2 of the parking garage into the main hospital building and take the stairs or elevator down to the first floor.