Bariatric sessions start today at city hospital

The Bariatric Center at Columbus Regional Health is hosting two January information sessions at Southern Indiana Surgery, 2325 18th St.

The sessions will be at 5:30 p.m. today and on Jan. 23, with Bariatric Medical Director Dr. David J. Lee and nurse practitioner Samantha Grider.

The sessions will cover the causes of obesity, trends and quality-of-life issues. The sessions will also explore misconceptions about bariatric surgery, lifestyle implications, insurance coverage and surgery options.

To register, visit columbusbariatrics. com or call 812-418-3512.