kathp 81 Posted October 16, 2013 Hi all, I'm moving to Naugatuck, CT area in a few weeks and need to find a new physical support group and surgeon's office for follow up care. I can still do some of the stuff online and with infrequent visits back to PA, but would feel better with someone local. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks Kathy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PdxMan 4,292 Posted October 16, 2013 A Google search for Naugatuck, CT wls support returned THIS: http://group-weight-loss-support.meetup.com/cities/us/ct/naugatuck/?psize=64&radius=25.0&allGroups=false&show=results Perhaps find something here or search through the other Google search results. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrsjumbo 17 Posted October 16, 2013 I know there is a weight loss surgery clinic at both Danbury Hospital and at Waterbury Hospital. Waterbury is probably closer to Naugatuck. I went to the Danbury clinic a few years ago to learn about WLS, but I am not sure if they do the VGS procedure, though, you may want to check...I know they are terrific in terms of clinical support. I don't know much else about them, as I had my surgery in Mexico ...welcome to CT! and hope your move goes well! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PGee 318 Posted October 16, 2013 Any of the hospitals should have some support groups. Dr. Flochs' group meets in Norwalk (I think) about 1/2 hour away---by the way, they are moving one of their offices to Shelton which is close to Naugatuck.....they have the bariatric center of excellence title......they are great.....there are 2 surgeons (brothers) and a third surgeon/partner......lovely, lovely people, met them all.... There's Yale New Haven Hospital, St. Raphael's Hospital (both in New Haven, and merged recently) St. Vincent's hospital, bridgeport There's a hospital in Milford, but last I knew they didn't do WLS and didn't have a support group. If none of these are viable options, please send me a PM, and I'll do some digging around......welcome to CT! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyditkd 8 Posted October 17, 2013 Hello I live in Waterbury.. just had my gastric sleeve on Tuesday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LBD 121 Posted October 17, 2013 Any of the hospitals should have some support groups. Dr. Flochs' group meets in Norwalk (I think) about 1/2 hour away---by the way, they are moving one of their offices to Shelton which is close to Naugatuck.....they have the bariatric center of excellence title......they are great.....there are 2 surgeons (brothers) and a third surgeon/partner......lovely, lovely people, met them all.... There's Yale New Haven Hospital, St. Raphael's Hospital (both in New Haven, and merged recently) St. Vincent's hospital, bridgeport There's a hospital in Milford, but last I knew they didn't do WLS and didn't have a support group. If none of these are viable options, please send me a PM, and I'll do some digging around......welcome to CT! Yes, Drs. Craig and Neil Floch, and also Dr. Friedman are Fairfield County Bariatrics- They are moving to Shelton on October 24th. Just had my surgery with Craig Floch on Tuesday, at and I could not recommend them more highly... Awesome, caring, competent doctors! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LBD 121 Posted October 17, 2013 Also I know that St Vincent's in Bridgeport has a Bariatric counseling group that meets monthly... Next meeting is Nov. 12th. You can go to www.myweightisover.com for more info. Good luck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PGee 318 Posted October 18, 2013 Yes, Drs. Craig and Neil Floch, and also Dr. Friedman are Fairfield County Bariatrics- They are moving to Shelton on October 24th. Just had my surgery with Craig Floch on Tuesday, at and I could not recommend them more highly... Awesome, caring, competent doctors! Dr. Craig Flock was my surgeon, too.....wonderful, wonderful.......congrats, and welcome to the losers' bench.....I don't live in that part of the state, but one of these days I hope to make it to one of their support groups.....Best wishes!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LBD 121 Posted October 18, 2013 Dr. Craig Flock was my surgeon, too.....wonderful, wonderful.......congrats, and welcome to the losers' bench.....I don't live in that part of the state, but one of these days I hope to make it to one of their support groups.....Best wishes!! Thank you, PGee & I am also SO glad that I chose to go with him... Kathp... Best of luck with your move & maybe we'll all meet at a meeting sometime! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crosabi 24 Posted November 19, 2013 I had my sleeve done at griffin hospital in derby with dr Ramlogan n he is awesome. N we have a support group on every second Wednesday of the month n 3rd Saturday if I'm not wrong. (Just started I was sleeved 10/07). It's not too far from u. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kathp 81 Posted November 19, 2013 I live in Ansonia, so DERBY is super close! Thanks so much, I just called them and they were super nice and helpful and welcoming and just what I needed to hear. The move stress has me fallen off the wagon a bit, so now I can be back on track. Best wishes to you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crosabi 24 Posted November 20, 2013 I'm so glad. They are awesome. I love them there. Will u b attending the next meeting? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crosabi 24 Posted November 20, 2013 I'm so glad. They are awesome. I love them there. Will u b attending the next meeting? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
