You’ve had
bariatric surgery…
But now you’re feeling overwhelmed and wondering if you’re doing things correctly to make the most out of your surgery.
Maybe right now…
❌ You’re feeling pressure to lose all the extra weight in the first year.
❌ You’re worried that the surgery is going to fail you too.
❌ You’re feeling a lack of motivation and want to get your mojo back.
❌ You’re noticing your weight loss is starting to slow and want to know if there is anything else you could be doing.
what if instead you could...
✔️ Connect with a community that understands what you’re going through.
✔️ Receive reliable advice from medical professionals familiar with bariatric surgery.
✔️ And have the information you need to feel confident in your choices and to keep your progress going.
That’s where the Bariatric Symposium comes in.
Learn from leading online dietitians, therapists, certified coaches, doctors and exercise physiologists specializing in bariatrics. This curated lineup is designed to help support you in reaching your health goals and keep your momentum going.
Meet Your Host!
Hey there! I’m Kristin, a bariatric dietitian and founder of the Bariatric Meal Prep Academy.
I’ve been working in the field of bariatrics for almost 10 years and understand the highs and the lows associated with life after bariatric surgery.
That’s why I created this online event!
After being a presenter at an in-person bariatric conference, I realized so many post-ops did not have the resources available to them to travel to get the latest information and community they needed .
That’s when I decided I wanted to bring quality information to you, in the comfort of your own home.
This will be my fifth year hosting the Bariatric Symposium and each year it is getting better and better with more valuable resources for our bariatric community. I hope you can join me this year!
What to Expect at the Bariatric Symposium
When and Where
This year’s symposium will be held Friday, September 13th-15th. Sessions will be begin at 9: 00 am Pacific Time via Zoom and you will receive the link ahead of time when you register. Since this event is entirely virtual you can access it anywhere that you have a computer or phone with internet access.
Expert Sessions
Each presentation will be about 25-30 minutes long and after each one there will be a live 15 minute Q and A with the speaker where you’ll have the opportunity to interact in real time and get your questions answered. Each session will be available for 48 hours to view on your time if you can’t make it live.
Private Symposium Community
As part of your free pass you’ll have access to our private Facebook Group that’s dedicated to this event. This is where you can connect with others on a similar journey, share “aha” moments, get to the speakers better and participate in the contests.
Chances to Win
You’ll have chances to win prizes throughout the entire event by showing up and participating throughout the symposium. This includes a chance to win a 1 year scholarship to the Bariatric Meal Prep Academy.
Upgrade to a VIP Experience
After registering for the event you’ll have the opportunity to upgrade to the VIP pass which includes ongoing access to the recordings of the event to view on your own time, slide decks, and premium bonuses from some of our speakers. You’ll receive all the details for this once you register for your free ticket.
Bariatric Meal Prep Academy Scholarship
On the final day, one lucky (and engaged) attendee will be selected to win a full yearly scholarship and have instant access to weekly meal plans, 500 + recipe database, and dietitian support to make reaching your goals EASY.
Stay tuned for details and your chance to apply!
meet the speakers
LEARN FROM TOP PROFESSIONALS IN THE BARIATRIC SPACE!
2024 Bariatric Symposium Line Up
Day One
Eating Intuitively As A Bariatric Patient
With Haley Lemieux, MS, RD, LDN, CPT
How GLP-1 Medications May Enhance Bariatric Surgery Success
With Megan Moore, RDN, CD
Beyond the Scale: Prioritizing Blood Sugar Balance After Bariatric Surgery
With Kimberley Rose, RDN, CDCES, CNSC
A Root Cause Approach to Hormones, Weight & Metabolism
With Melissa Groves Azzaro, RDN, LD
Body Acceptance After Bariatric Surgery
With Jasmine Dunckel, MFT
Meal Prepping 101: Tips & Tricks to Get Started
With Kristin Willard, RDN
Day two
How to Thrive on a Budget: Stretching Your Food Dollars on Nourishing Foods
With Steph Wagner MS RDN/LDN
Mastering the Maintenance Phase: Set Yourself up for Success!
With Dana White, MS, RDN
Navigating Life Transitions After Bariatric Surgery
With Jamie Mills, RDN
Eating For Healthy Hair and After Bariatric Surgery
With Dawn Boxell, RDN, LDN
Interview with a Bariatric Surgeon About Diet & Lifestyle After Surgery
With Bariatric Surgeon, Terry Simpson,
Mindset For Maintenance
With Kristin Lloyd, PhD, LPC/LMHC
Day three
Common Mistakes Bariatric Post Ops Make & How to Avoid Them
With Michael Murphy, RDN
Nutrition For Muscle Gain After Bariatric Surgery
With Kim Tirapelle, MS, RD, CSSD
The Regain Recovery Blueprint: 5 Steps to Overcoming Regain After WLS
With Coach Mabel Joseph
Strength Training for Beginners
With Nick Bates, CPT
Supercharge you WLS Success: Create Your Personal Eating Schedule
With Jane Stoltze, RD
How to Navigate Trauma After Bariatric Surgery
With Tabitha Johnson, LMFT, LCADC
Unexpected Paradox: Grieving Positive Change After Bariatric Surgery
With Sarah Smith, Psychotherapist
As you can see we have an incredible line up this year and I hope you can join us!
What previous attendees have said about the event…
Are you ready to expand your knowledge and keep your momentum going?
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. A recording of each session will be available for 48 hours so you can view it at your convenience. However, if you choose to upgrade to the VIP pass you will have ongoing access to all of the recordings for the event to watch whenever you like.
The presentations will start at 9 am Pacific Time each day of the event. You will receive all the details of when each presentation starts when you register.
Yes! This event will give you a solid nutrition base and the mindset shifts you need to help you optimize your nutrition and help keep the weight off.
To help make the event run as smoothly as possible all the presentations and interviews are pre-recorded and will be released at their scheduled time. At the end of each scheduled presentation the speaker will come on live though for Q and A’s and interaction with the audience.
This year’s event has already been planned but if you’re interested in a being a presenter next year, please send me an email at kristin@bariatricmealprep.com.
Send me an email at kristin@bariatricmealprep.com and I will get back to you.
GET YOUR FREE TICKET
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