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Understanding Obesity
UT Southwestern Medical Center has a caring staff of medical professionals who are committed to enhancing patients’ quality of life, as well as meeting the needs of patients’ families. We can direct patients to a variety of informative and enriching support groups and other resources, which can be tailored to meet their specific needs.
At UT Southwestern, excellence in patient care includes helping point the way to resources patients may not be familiar with, but which have proved invaluable to others who have benefited from the medical services. We trust these services will assist patients as they move forward on the road to healing and improved health.
Support Groups
Weight-Loss Surgery Support Group
UT Southwestern’s support group for patients who have had weight-loss surgery holds meetings the second Tuesday of each month, and joining the group can help patients cope with the emotional experiences and lifestyle changes that are a part of an effective weight loss program. For more information, call 214-645-2900.
Web Sites
American Diabetes Association
Founded in 1940, the American Diabetes Association conducts programs in all 50 states and the District of Columbia, reaching hundreds of communities.
American Dietetic Association
With approximately 65,000 members, the American Dietetic Association (ADA) is the nation's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals.
The Obesity Society
The American Obesity Association is the only obesity organization focused on changing public policy and perceptions about obesity.
American Society for Bariatric Surgery
The American Society for Bariatric Surgery strives to raise professional and public awareness about severe obesity and bariatric surgery through education and obesity research, and to support physician and allied health research and public health projects.
ObesityHelp.com
ObesityHelp is dedicated to the education, empowerment and support of all individuals affected by obesity, along with their families, friends, employers, surgeons and physicians.
