Patient information and support
We provide a range of information to help you prepare for weight loss surgery and manage your health following your procedure.
Patient information
Information available includes:
- Bariatric dietitian handbook
- Dietary guidance after intra-gastric balloon insertion
- Dumping syndrome and reactive hypoglycaemia
- Protein after bariatric surgery
- Pregnancy after bariatric surgery
- Dietary guidance after gastric band placement
- Ramadan and fasting after bariatric surgery
- Weight loss (bariatric) surgery information
Chelsea and Westminster Bariatric Surgery Support Group
Our face-to-face support group gives you an opportunity to meet other patients, share experiences, discuss different topics and connect with others in a friendly and supportive environment.
The group is open to people who have had bariatric surgery at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.
If you would like to join the mailing list or have not received an invitation, please call:
T: 020 3315 3341/8161
Upcoming Tea and Chat session
8 October 2026, 2–4pm
Boardroom
Lower Ground Floor
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Further information
You may also find the following organisations useful: