At Emerge Surgical, client support is one of our biggest priorities. We are here for you throughout your entire weight loss surgery journey.

Though, there is something special about sharing your experiences with other people who are going through the same thing.

Our Facebook group, WLS Patients of Dr Padovan, has over 1000 members who are about to undergo or have undergone weight loss surgery, or are seriously considering it. Members can ask questions, share experiences, offer tips, and make friends for life.

Let’s take a look at some specific benefits and positives of joining our WLS Patients of Dr Padovan Facebook group.

Decreased feeling of isolation or loneliness

Chances are, you might not know many people who have undergone weight loss surgery. The people around you may be supportive, but they won’t be able to fully understand your experience. That can leave you feeling isolated and alone.

Having a community of people who understand what you’re going through, who you can chat to about your experience and concerns, can make a world of difference. You might even find someone who is at a similar point in their journey to you, and you can make your way through it together.

Finding your community and being part of something provides a sense of belonging and connectedness.

Calming stress and anxiety

Our Emerge Surgical team and Dr Padovan are here to answer any and all questions – especially the health-related ones.

But, it’s comforting to know you have a group of people that you can ask those simple, small questions to; those questions whose answers can slip your mind when you’re feeling worried or anxious.

For example: what should I pack in my hospital bag? Any tips for the liquid-diet phase? What can I expect when I get to the hospital on the day of my surgery?*

If you’re feeling nervous before your surgery, it’s also great to have post-op patients reassure you and share their positive experiences. One of the most common comments we see in the group are “why didn’t I do this sooner!”

Sharing journeys beyond weight loss

Many patients remain the in the Facebook group for years after their weight loss surgery. Not only are they able to share their advice with new patients, but provide updates on how their life has changed.

Some patients decide to boost their confidence even further after their weight loss surgery by undergoing an abdominoplasty, arm lift and/or thigh lift. They often decide to share this part of their journey too, which can inspire and help others who might be at the same point.

Build your support system

It really is important to have as much support as possible when you begin your weight loss surgery journey. It involves a lot of change, which can be very emotional and hard to deal with on your own.

The members of WLS Patients of Dr Padovan are always sharing their stories, before and afters, thoughts and questions, and the comments are always filled with people offering advice*, lifting each other up, and having true, open discussions.

This kind of support can go a long way in helping you cope with your new lifestyle.

The Emerge Surgical community is here for you

Whether it’s our knowledgeable clinic staff, Dr Padovan, or community of clients, we’re here to make your weight loss surgery journey as smooth as possible. You can join the WLS Patients of Dr Padovan group by clicking the link below (or searching the group name on Facebook) and requesting to join.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/481023288716094

Get in touch

If you’ve been thinking about weight loss surgery, or have any questions or concerns about the process, please don’t hesitate to contact our Emerge Surgical clinic on 08 9544 5200. We can’t wait to guide you through this exciting time in your life!

*If you have any questions or concerns, please call the Emerge Surgical clinic on 08 9544 5200 or speak to Dr Padovan. Do not act purely on advice from members of the WLS Patients of Dr Padovan group.