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Upcoming Support Groups
May 8, 2025 @ 3 pm CST
The Nature of Self-Care
Featured Speaker: Dr. Steven Reyes, EdD
Host: Brenda Hoehn
May 15, 2025 @ 5 pm CST
Why am I Secretly Sabotaging My Weight Loss Journey
Featured Speakers: Rodolfo Alvarez
Host: Brenda Hoehn
May 21, 2025 @ 1 pm CST
Thrive Beyond Bariatrics: Empowering Your Weight Loss Journey
Featured Speakers: Char Holmes, Bex Lewis, and Janelle Lashae
Host: Brenda Hoehn

Meet Our Host
Brenda Hoehn, MSN, BSN, RN, CHTP had bariatric sleeve surgery in 2013. She is passionate about empowering individuals to make and sustain improvements in their health long term. To do so, she shares her life experiences as a nurse, life coach, and vitamin specialist, building one-to-one relationships with bariatric patients and professionals.
Bari Connected FAQs
Is Bari Connected only for patients who underwent weight loss surgery?
No, Bari Connected is for patients pre- or post-weight loss surgery and is also a resource for professionals.
How can professionals benefit from using this resource?
Support group sessions help professionals meet their MSBAQIP Standard 8.1. They also alleviate the stress of creating and delivering new topics that keep patients engaged.
For more information,download this printout.
How do I register for events?
Register for new events by following these steps:
Click on the event you would like to access. You’ll be asked a few questions. Add the Facility Name you are associated with to get credit for attendance.
You’ll get a confirmation email. If you use the "Add to Calendar" link, you’ll get a reminder 1 week and 1 hour prior to the event.
Then join the event!
For more information, download this printout.
Will I be on camera?
No, only the speakers will be on camera.
Can I ask questions during the event?
Yes, join the conversation by submitting your comments and questions in the chat box!
Can I re-download the handouts?
Yes! Refer back to any of the handouts here.
Where can I watch previous episodes after they air live?
Watch previous Monthly Support Group Sessions here