Bariatric Nutrition Class - First Visit (Virtual)
Event Details
calendar_today Sat 8/1/2026
access_time 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
computer Virtual
local_activity Free

Description

Join our bariatric nutrition class hosted by USC Arcadia Hospital to learn the essential nutrition and lifestyle guidelines for successful weight loss after surgery. Because weight-loss surgery requires a lifetime commitment to new habits, this comprehensive two-class course empowers you with the tools you need for long-term success. It is important to attend this first visit class to receive a custom plan tailored specifically to your needs.

First Visit — Initial Nutrition Evaluation and Goal Setting: In this session, we focus on the nutrition and lifestyle guidelines you need to lose weight successfully and keep it off.

Second Visit — Nutritional Guidelines: This class dives into practical ways to continue your journey using tools designed for long-term success and total wellness.

How to Register

To begin, click the ‘Register Now’ button on this page (or use this link) to view available dates for first and second visits. Once you have completed the form, you will receive a confirmation email.

What We Will Cover

  • Mindful Eating: Learn how to slow down, savor each bite, and develop a mindful approach to eating.
  • The Bariatric Plate: Discover the ideal proportions of protein, vegetables, and healthy fats to optimize nutrition and maintain portion control.
  • Guide to Weight Loss After Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgery: Gain actionable insights on dietary adjustments, lifestyle habits, and strategies to achieve and sustain weight loss following sleeve gastrectomy surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

This class is held virtually through Microsoft Teams. A link will be sent to you over email before the class date.

This is a closed group session exclusively for patients who have been referred by their doctors to USC Arcadia Hospital’s weight loss program.

If you have already completed your first visit, please register for the “Second Visit: Nutritional Guidelines” class at this link.

For any questions, contact Victoria Buxton-Pacheco at Victoria.BuxtonPacheco@med.usc.edu or call (626) 898-8788.