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SUMMARY:Meal Replacement Program Information Session
DESCRIPTION:We offer a comprehensive program to help you achieve your short- and long-term goals\nUsing meal replacements will help you lose weight and manage many health conditions. Our focus is to offer a program that considers your personal goals when it comes to health and well-being. While focusing on your safety and success on the program\, we provide the tools for you to focus on maintaining your results. >Schedule here or call 858-616-5600 \nEach phase of our program is carefully designed to help you experience long-term success. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram benefits include:\n\n75% of people with type 2 diabetes achieve normal fasting blood glucose off of medications; HbA1c drops an average of 2 points\nImproved sleep\nInsulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance increases\nLiver enzymes normalize\nFat in the liver and pancreas can decrease\nImproved energy\nBlood pressure decreases (⅓ of participants are able to discontinue medications\, ⅓ of participants are able to greatly reduce medication)\nTotal blood cholesterol drops an average of 81 points and triglycerides drop 55.6%\nAfter 8 weeks\, the average weight loss is 15% from starting weight and 5 years after weight loss\, ⅔ or more people maintain half or more of the weight they lost
URL:https://positivechoice.org/event/meal-replacement-program-information-session-3/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Online Class
CATEGORIES:Information Sessions,Weight Management
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SUMMARY:In-Person Exercise Boosters
DESCRIPTION:IN-PERSON CARDIO and STRENGTH TRAINING.  Build muscle and burn calories at Garfield Specialty Center in our 6th floor gym. We will be working with resistance bands\, dumbbells\, chairs\, and your own body weight during these fun and supportive sessions. Classes are open to all abilities and fitness levels. Limited Enrollment. \nTo register\, call 858-616-5600 or complete this registration form. For day-of registration\, please call the number above. \nCost: Boosters are included in our Meal Replacement Program Lifelong Maintenance Program. Not a participant of the meal replacement program? You can purchase 6-months of UNLIIMITED Booster sessions for $90. Call 858-616-5600 to purchase your Booster package.
URL:https://positivechoice.org/event/in-person-exercise-boosters/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Positive Choice Garfield Specialty Center\, 5893 Copley Dr\, San Diego\, CA\, 92111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boosters,Fitness
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SUMMARY:First Few Months After Bariatric Surgery (Tuesday Session)
DESCRIPTION:The first few months (or year!) after surgery can be challenging and requires special support to help you during the transition. This group will help you as you adapt to the many changes one typically experiences post-surgery. Appropriate for anyone in their first year after surgery. No fee. Post op members only. A similar service is also offered in Spanish. \nGroups are offered Mondays at 6:00 p.m. and Tuesdays at 12:00 p.m. If these times do not work for you\, consider our Nutrition & Support Group.
URL:https://positivechoice.org/event/first-few-months-after-bariatric-surgery/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Online Class
CATEGORIES:Bariatrics
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SUMMARY:Mastering the Moment - Tools to Overcome Compulsive Eating
DESCRIPTION:We will learn the habit cycle for compulsive eating behaviors and the mechanisms that make these habits so hard to stop. This understanding can better help individuals break free from these patterns and build more helpful habits. \nTo register\, call 858-616-5600 or complete this registration form. For online registration\, you must register a full business day (Mon-Fri) in advance or you will not receive the Zoom link to class. For day-of registration\, please call the number above. \nCost: Boosters are included in our Meal Replacement Program Lifelong Maintenance Program. Not a participant of the meal replacement program? You can purchase 6-months of UNLIIMITED Booster sessions for $90. Call 858-616-5600 to purchase your Booster package.
URL:https://positivechoice.org/event/mastering-the-moment-tools-to-overcome-compulsive-eating/
LOCATION:Online Booster Session
CATEGORIES:Boosters,Stress management
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SUMMARY:Back to Basics After Bariatric Surgery
DESCRIPTION:Bariatric surgery is a lifelong journey. Everyone experiences challenges and many need support getting back on track. If you’ve experienced weight re-gain\, are challenged by vitamin deficiencies\, need a refresher on post-op dietary recommendations\, or generally want support from others in a similar situation\, this is for you! This is a judgement-free zone for anyone who is seeking advice\, support\, or just a safe space to share your struggles. \nNeed an evening session? Attend our Nutrition and Support Group on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. View all classes and groups here. \nNo cost; open to KP members only; also available in Spanish. Must pre-register in order to receive the appointment link. Call 858-616-5600 or click this link to register.
URL:https://positivechoice.org/event/back-to-basics-after-bariatric-surgery/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Online Class
CATEGORIES:Bariatrics
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SUMMARY:Making Peace with Food (Bariatric surgery patients)
DESCRIPTION:Bariatric surgery is a lifelong journey. These 10-weekly\, online group sessions are led by a mental health clinician\, designed to support your preparation for and success following bariatric surgery. Many people experience fluctuations and challenges before and following bariatric surgery and this group will support discussion of behaviors\, habits\, and effective coping strategies to support overall wellness and your preferred relationship with food. This group is designed to be small to encourage interaction and discussion amongst participants and the facilitator. Please plan to use camera and microphone function to interact. \nLooking for additional support? View all classes and groups here. \nNo cost; open to KP members only; also available in Spanish. Must pre-register in order to receive the appointment link. Call 858-616-5600 or click this link to register.
URL:https://positivechoice.org/event/making-peace-with-food-bariatric-surgery-patients/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Online Class
CATEGORIES:Bariatrics
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SUMMARY:Jumpstart! Preparation for Bariatric Surgery
DESCRIPTION:Working to meet your surgeon requested weight loss goal? This 5-part series is designed to support you in developing a nutrition-focused\, weight loss plan and includes a meal plan for you to follow daily. Available to KP members who are preparing for surgery. You can start anytime!  No fee. You may download and use the meal plan at any time.  \nView all classes and groups here. \nNo cost; open to KP members only; also available in Spanish. Must pre-register in order to receive the appointment link. Call 858-616-5600 or click this link to register.
URL:https://positivechoice.org/event/jumpstart/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Online Class
CATEGORIES:Bariatrics,Nutrition
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SUMMARY:Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering bariatric surgery at Kaiser Permanente? The first step is to attend a mandatory orientation information session held weekly on Tuesdays at 6pm (in English) and the 2nd Thursday of the month at 4 pm (in Spanish). Call 858-616-7722 or self-register here.  \nIf you live outside San Diego\, you must contact your local health care team (primary care or specialist) to assist you with the appropriate referral to your local Options program. \nIf you have had a previous bariatric surgery or are under 18 years old please do NOT go to this orientation. Please call our Bariatric Services Department at 858-616-5722
URL:https://positivechoice.org/event/metabolic-bariatric-surgery-information-session/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Online Class
CATEGORIES:Bariatrics,Information Sessions
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SUMMARY:Back to Basics After Bariatric Surgery (Evening Session)
DESCRIPTION:Bariatric surgery is a lifelong journey. Everyone experiences challenges and many need support getting back on track. If you’ve experienced weight re-gain\, are challenged by vitamin deficiencies\, need a refresher on post-op dietary recommendations\, or generally want support from others in a similar situation\, this is for you! This is a judgement-free zone for anyone who is seeking advice\, support\, or just a safe space to share your struggles. \nOffered Tuesdays at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. \nNeed a different day? Attend our Nutrition and Support Group on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. View all classes and groups here. \nNo cost; open to KP members only; also available in Spanish. Must pre-register in order to receive the appointment link. Call 858-616-5600 or click this link to register.
URL:https://positivechoice.org/event/back-to-basics-after-bariatric-surgery-evening-session/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Online Class
CATEGORIES:Bariatrics
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