Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Accredited Center  
Welcome to your Metabolic & Bariatric Accredited Surgery Center E-Newsletter!  
We are happy to provide another way to keep you connected to the latest news and information during your experience of Reshaping Your Life.
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September Support Groups

We are here for you! 

  

 Inspiration  Education  Motivation Fellowship

 

Date: Tuesday, September 3 - NO Group Meeting - Enjoy Labor Day
 
Date: Tuesday, September 17, 6 - 7:00 p.m.

Location: Saint Elizabeth Rose Room

'Fitting Fitness into a Busy Life' - join Annette Reeves, Exercise Therapist, for some fitness fun.
 
Webinar presentation available for the September 17 meeting. Contact Gary S. in Grand Island for more details at 308-379-0535.
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 Reunion Schedule  
Presenters 
 
 
Register for the Patient Reunion  
 
2013 Patient Reunion 
Donations and Book for a Buck
 
The purpose of the Patient Reunion is to empower you to stay engaged in your long-term aftercare.
  
During the past reunions, we have had many wonderful raffle items donated by participants for door prizes. If you can provide a gift for the raffle, please contact Marilyn Wadum at marilynwadum@stez.org or 402-219-7600.
  
In addition, we are going to have a "Book for a Buck" table. We encourage you to bring a few gently used books that you have found helpful in your weight-loss  journey that someone else may enjoy reading.
  
We hope to see you at the Reunion!
  
Shelly Holman and Marilyn Wadum  
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Creative Cooking

Recipe of the Month 

 

Teriyaki Beef Sticks
 by Chef Dave
  
Servings: 16
  • 1 pound beef tenderloin, cut into 3-inch thin strips
  • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1/2 bunch scallions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon olive oil
  • 16 wooden skewers, 4 inch

Place all ingredients, except olive oil, into a medium mixing bowl and marinate for at least one hour in refrigerator.

 

Once done marinating, divide meat evenly and place onto skewers.

 

In large skillet on medium-high heat, add olive oil.

Add skewered meat and saute for one minute on each side. Serve.

  

Nutritional Value per serving:
Calories: 98
Fat: 7 grams
Protein: 6 grams
Carbohydrate: 2 grams
Cholesterol: 30mg
Sodium: 359mg
 

If you have a healthy recipe you would like to share, please email to marketing@stez.org

 

Please include nutritional information if available.
Recipes must be original family recipes. If using another source you must send us copyright permission.
 
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 Bariatric Surgery - Reshape Your Life   
  
You can view the Bariatric Surgery - Reshape Your Life class from home. We encourage you to attend in person to receive answers to your questions and meet the specialists. 
 
Weight-Loss Surgery Seminar - Reshape Your Life - Presented by Dr. Benjamin Hung at Saint Elizabeth
Weight-Loss Surgery Seminar
 Reshape Your Life
Presented by Dr. Benjamin Hung  
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In the Community 

Share Your Story 

 

The Saint Elizabeth Marketing Department will be taping short patient stories during the reunion about your personal experience with obesity and weight-loss surgery. Patient stories will then be placed on our website for others to learn more about the program. Many people
contemplating bariatric surgry view our website. You can be an inspiration to others as you share your experience.

Click here to view patient testimonials 
  
Contact Shelly if you are interested in participating at sholman@stez.org 
Spread the Word
 
If you have a friend that is interested in weight-loss surgery, please share information on upcoming Bariatric Surgery - Reshape Your Life classes.

Class Schedule
  
Contact Us

The Saint Elizabeth Metabolic & Bariatric Accredited Surgery Center team is here to help you take steps toward a healthier you. We appreciate your feedback and comments.

 

You can read previous newsletters on the Saint Elizabeth Metabolic & Bariatric Accredited Surgery Center website

  

For more information, or to contribute to the E-Newsletter, please contact our 

Metabolic & Bariatric Program Coordinator at 402-219-7638 or

 

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