You're Invited: June 2025 Bariatric Support Group Meeting with Dr Ali Zarrouk

Dr Ali Zarrouk Bariatric Surgeon Campbelltown and Gregory Hills

We’re excited to invite you to our next Bariatric Surgery Support Group meeting on Monday 23rd June 2025 at The George Centre in Gregory Hills.

🗓 Date: Monday 23rd June 2025
🕕 Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
📍 Location: Education Hub, The George Centre, Gregory Hills

This month’s meeting will feature Dr Ali Zarrouk, specialist bariatric and upper GI surgeon, who will be hosting a live Q&A session.

Ask the Surgeon

Whether you’ve had gastric sleeve (sleeve gastrectomy), gastric bypass, or are just starting to explore surgery, this is your opportunity to ask questions directly.

Dr Zarrouk will be discussing topics such as:

  • Getting ready for surgery and what to expect afterward

  • Choosing between sleeve and bypass

  • Weight loss and recovery timelines

  • Lifestyle adjustments and long-term outcomes

  • Anything else you would like to ask

Bring your questions on the night, or email your topic in advance to:
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What to Expect

We’ll also have:

  • Tea, coffee, and a fresh fruit platter

  • Protein samples from BN Healthy

  • A lucky door prize

  • Conversations with others who are on the bariatric surgery journey

How to Join the Support Group

If you haven’t joined already, you can sign up here:
👉 Join the Southwest Bariatrics Support Group

Everyone is welcome — whether you’ve just had surgery, are years down the track, or still weighing up your options. Family and support people are encouraged to attend as well.

Join Our Weight Loss Surgery Seminar

Interested in taking control of your health and well-being? Join our free seminar to learn about weight loss surgery options and how they can change your life.

Next Seminar Date

Our next seminar will take place on:

Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: The George Centre, Gregory Hills

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