Post Op Nutrition Support Group: After Weight Loss Surgery

October 24, 2019

Led by Registered Dietitian Tamara Swett, the group covers such topics as how patients can successfully plan meals, choose the right protein and vitamin/mineral supplements, and long term nutrition needs after weight loss surgery. The group offers tips on dining out and meals on the go, dealing with...

American Red Cross Blood Drive at Norwalk Hospital

October 25, 2019

Norwalk Hospital will host an American Red Cross community blood drive to benefit patients in need on Friday, October 25 from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Norwalk Hospital in the Patio Room on the 5th floor. Because the need for blood remains constant, the Red Cross urges donors of all blood types to give blood...

Pre-Operative Joint Replacement Class

October 29, 2019

The Pre-Operative Joint Replacement seminar is mandatory for all patients undergoing hip or knee replacement. Patients and their Coaches (caregivers) are advised to register for a session as soon as possible after scheduling surgery. Plan to attend a session 4-6 weeks prior to your surgery....

Free Weight Loss Surgery Informational Seminars

November 05, 2019

Take the first step and learn what we can do for you: At our weight loss surgery seminars, you will have the opportunity to meet one of our surgeons, have the procedures explained and have all of your questions answered. You will also meet our patients who have had weight-loss surgery with resounding...

Weight Loss (Bariatric) Surgery Pre-Op Education

November 05, 2019

Wouldn't it be a great feeling and sense of security approaching weight loss surgery without exhibiting fears of the unknown? Where will I be? What will happen to me? What is the procedure upon my arrival for surgery? Where do I go after surgery? Barbara Whelan (Vala), a seasoned registered nurse, member...