Below is a list of Web sites that may provide additional information and/or support for weight loss surgery patients.

• www.asbs.org American Society for Bariatric Surgery
  
• www.obesitylaw.com Obesity Law and Advocacy Center
  
• www.obesity.org American Obesity Association
  
• www.niddk.nih.gov National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases - Weight Loss and Control

Local Support Groups

• PAMF Bariatric Surgery Support Group
  Held monthly at PAMF's Palo Alto Clinic
• Bariatric Surgery Support Group
  Sponsored by the Stanford Center for Bariatric Surgery
  
• Support Groups in the Bay Area
  Provided by ThinnerFuture

This page lists additional support groups and outside Web sites recommended by the PAMF's weight loss surgery program.

PAMF, however, does not sponsor or endorse any of these sites, nor does PAMF guarantee the accuracy of the information contained on them. In addition, PAMF has no control over the privacy practices of external Web sites. The user should read and understand the policies of all Web sites with respect to their privacy practices. These links are provided for your general information and education only, and should NOT be relied upon for personal diagnosis or treatment. If you have questions, please contact your health care provider.

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