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 020 3315 3341 or 020 3315 8161.
Upcoming Tea and Chat sessions
Thursday 15 April 2027
Time: 10am–12pm
Location: Main Boardroom, Lower Ground Floor, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Tuesday 5 October 2027
Time: 2–4pm
Location: Main Boardroom, Lower Ground Floor, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital
Online support
If you prefer online support, Obesity UK also runs virtual support groups.
Further information
You may also find the following organisations useful: