The UTMB Stark Diabetes Clinic hosts a diabetes support group that addresses a wide range of topics.

The group meets from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the second Monday of every month in Suite 9 of the UTMB Multispecialty Center, 2660 Gulf Freeway South, in League City.

To reserve a place or get more information, please call 832-505-2300.

Please join us for the UTMB Stroke Support Group each month in the UTMB Primary Care Pavilion (PCP) in Galveston. Bring family or friends for light refreshment and an opportunity to interact with other stroke survivors and experts in the field.

The Support Group offers a variety of topics both for discussion and participation for stroke survivors and their caretakers. Some of the topics and activities have included:

• Coping skills
• Nutrition
• Open dialogue with a care provider
• Panel discussion with Allied Health Professionals
• Thanksgiving Social
• Community Outing to Moody Gardens

Representative from Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy, as well as a representative from Nursing are just a few that may be present to support group members. We look forward to meeting you and can hopefully shed some light on a complex and often life changing event.

Meetings are held the 4th Wednesday of the month from 3:30-5:00, every-other month, at UTMB’s Primary Care Pavilion located at 400 Harborside Drive, PT/OT Conference Room Entrance B Suite 123, Galveston, Texas.

UTMB Stroke Support Group is funded by our “Tried and True” recipe book fundraiser and a private donor. Meeting dates, times and topics are subject to changes, please refer to the schedule or print the flyer. Visit the Rehabilitation website for more details.

Our support groups provide a secure, warm setting for patients undergoing the process of lifetime diet and lifestyle changes. The sessions are designed to complement/improve your weight loss efforts, and are an important part of achieving lasting weight loss results.

Our bariatric support groups will give you a great opportunity to discuss personal or professional issues that arise from weight loss efforts, surgery or from a history of obesity. In addition, they allow you to surround yourself with people who understand and support your goals, which enhances your chances of long-term success. Each group meeting is facilitated by our bariatric dietitian and program coordinator and/or one of our bariatric surgeons, medical director, nurse practitioners, or bariatric nurses.

Regular Meetings
Support groups will meet regularly on the third Thursday of each month from January to October. In November and December, the date are likely to change due to the holidays, check the schedule for exact dates.

Guest Lectures & Social Events
In addition to the regular meetings, we will have guest lectures come throughout the year to speak on special topics. We will also plan a few family-friendly social events.

Learn from Your Peers
Want to find out the best and cheapest places to exercise? How do you prepare food for only one or two people? What keeps you motivated to keep the weight off? Patients will lead these discussions and share their expertise with you. Some classes will feature hands-on demonstration.

Open Door Policy
All patients are welcome at the support group – whether one has had surgery, doesn’t plan to have surgery, or has been out of touch and wants to re-connect with the center. Adult guest(s) are welcome as well.

Dates and topics are subject to change. Updates are posted on this site, or follow us on Facebook to get reminders in your news feed.