Fresh Start Bariatrics Seminar

The first step to the
new you

Fresh Start Bariatrics offers free seminars to help potential patients learn about our services and bariatric surgery. Hosted by our highly-qualified bariatric surgeon, each seminar is incredibly informative and highly recommended for anyone considering bariatric surgery in Ohio.

Our free seminars are offered at a variety of dates and times for your convenience.

Seminar Dates, Times and Locations

Columbus Seminars are held at:

McConnell Heart Health Center
Classrooms A&B
3773 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43214
Directions and map

Registration is required. Dates are updated regularly.

The meeting rooms are equipped for the comfort of people of size. Bottled water is always available and parking is convenient and free. Feel free to bring a support person along with you.  Note: The McConnell Heart Health Center is one mile north of Riverside Methodist Hospital campus - this location is not the same as the McConnell Heart Hospital.

Call (614) 4-HEALTH (443-2584), to register for a free Fresh Start Bariatrics Seminar, the first step to the new you. 

During the 2 to 2 ½ hour free seminar, you will:

• Learn about the three bariatric surgery options at Riverside Methodist Hospital directly from an experienced surgeon.
• Learn if you could be a candidate for bariatric surgery and if weight loss surgery is right for you.
• Hear stories from our past bariatric patients.
• Meet briefly with our Patient Advocate to start the process of determining your insurance coverage for bariatric surgery
• Receive a free Fresh Start Bariatrics Handbook.