Happy Monday Reader,

We have a *busy* week of support ahead and wanted to make sure you knew about the fun things you can participate in.

Special Community Struggle Bus

Tuesday is World Obesity Day and we have *two* special guests joining us at our Community Struggle Bus- Dr. Joe Cribbins and Dr. Joe Greene!

This year, the focus is on the systems that can prevent people from accessing obesity care and what we, as patients, can do to make the system work for us.

This will be an amazing conversation and we are excited to hear your thoughts on how we can improve the systems and help more people access obesity care.

If you are a Member of BariNation click HERE to RSVP to this event.

If you are not yet a Member but have been curious about joining, this would be a fantastic opportunity to tap into the community and see what it's all about.

We offer over 70 live, virtual support events each month and as a Member, you can attend as many as you like.

📆 Click HERE to check out our March Support Calender.

🎉 Ready to join? Click HERE to get started!

We will be sharing tons of education and resources this week in our 100-Day Challenge. Check out that resource today!

In-Person Meetups

There are two meetups you will not want to miss happening this week!

Dr. Dovec's Grand Opening

BodyByBariatrics is thrilled to invite you to an exclusive Pink-Tie Affair to celebrate the grand opening of The Surgical Institute of Central Florida!

Join us for this monumental evening as we unveil a first-of-its-kind surgical center that represents innovation, dedication, and indescribable hard work. This is more than a celebration—it’s a chance to gather as a community of patients, supporters, and dreamers who continue to inspire each other.

Jason, Natalie, and Lora Grabow will all be there to celebrate the grand opening, and they would love to meet you there!

Click HERE to learn more

When: Thursday, March 6, 2025
​Time: 6:00 PM EST
​Where:The Surgical Institute of Central Florida
12363 W Colonial Drive, Winter Garden, FL 34787

Dr. Joe's Dallas Meetup

Welcome to the Dallas Bariatric Happy Hour Meetup, hosted by BariNation, the Bariatric Society, the Texas Center for Bariatrics team, and Marty the Office Corgi.

Join us for the fun poolside while a DJ spins the tunes. This in-person event will be held at the NYLO Dallas Plano Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Connect with others who have undergone bariatric surgery or are considering it. Share stories, tips, and advice while enjoying some drinks and snacks. Don't miss this opportunity to socialize and build a community of like-minded individuals. See you there!

The meetup is open is any patient, from any clinic, at any stage in the journey. This event is NEON-themed, but feel free to come as you are. The entire back property will be PRIVATE for the event, including the pool. If you wish to enjoy a dip in the pool- towels will be provided and it is heated to 88* year-round.

Parking is FREE

Click HERE to learn more and purchase your ticket!

Jason, Natalie, and a crew of BariNation Members (about 30 of you) will be there, and everyone is looking forward to meeting you!

Special BariNation Memberships

We have some fantastic Practice and Expert Partnerships across the nation that offers their patients complimentary or discounted memberships for the BariNation Support Community.

If your Program or surgeon is listed below, click the link to learn more.

Dr. Joe Greene

Kentucky Bariatric Institute

AdventHealth Central Florida

Dr. Joe and Dr. Chen

Dr. Dovec / Body By Bariatrics

We Are Always Here For You!

It does not matter if you are a long-time member who is active every week or someone who enjoys listening and watching the podcast. We are here to support patients in eachvery stage of their bariatric journey.

We know how valuable BariNation is, but we also know that sometimes, this journey makes it hard to engage.

This is your week to tap into support and community.

If you have been feeling isolated, alone, or a little lost, you can find your way back in BariNation.

We can't wait to see you in and around BariNation this week!

Here is to a great week of success.

-- April, Jason, and Natalie