Physicians Regional Healthcare System Announces January Educational Lectures and Events

1/2/2018

Arthritis: What Are Your Options?
Tuesday, Jan 2, 2-3 pm
Speaker: Lisa Ceto, MPT - Orthopaedic Program Coordinator
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Physicians Dining Room
Osteoarthritis, also called degenerative joint disease or "wear and tear" arthritis, affects more than 20 million Americans. Learn about diagnoses and treatment options ranging from exercise to joint replacement.
Seat Count: 20

Diabetes: Prevention & Treatment
Learn how to treat, prevent or delay the progression of diabetes.
Tuesday, Jan 16 4-6 pm
Wednesday, Jan 17 10 am- Noon
Tuesday, Jan 23 4p-6 pm
Wednesday, Jan 24 10 am- Noon
Speaker: Pam Eichler, RN, BSN, CDE Diabetes Educator
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Physicians Dining Room (Please check in at Desk 18)
Seat Count: 20

Chronic Ankle Pain
Wednesday, Jan 10, 5:30-6:30
Speaker: Evgeny E. Krynetskiy, M.D. – Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Hospital Lobby
Have an ankle injury kept you from staying active? Join us for an evening with board certified surgeon, Dr. Evgeny Krynetskiy, as he discusses non-surgical, minimally invasive, and traditional treatments of chronic ankle instability due to injury- as well as the many ways you can get back on your feet without the pain.
Seat Count: 75

Bariatric Support Group
Wednesday, Jan 10, 3-4 pm
Speaker: Gail Ekblad, RN, Bariatric Center Coordinator
8300 Collier Blvd – Palm Dining Room
Long-term weight loss requires positive changes in lifestyle and eating habits. Our support group is dedicated to those who have had, or are planning to have, bariatric surgery. Patients who have had bariatric surgery at another facility are also welcome. RSVP Required. Contact Gail Ekblad at (239) 354-6143, or gail.ekblad@physiciansregional.com
Seat Count: 20

Balance Screening & Therapy Lecture
Thursday, Jan 11, 4:00-5:30 pm
Speaker: John Salka, P.T. and Adam Carlson, P.T., DPT – Rehabilitation Director
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Cafeteria / Dining Room
Feeling wobbly or off-balance? You may be recovering from a recent injury, you may be suffering from vertigo, or you may have the need to see a specialist. Receive a free balance screening, and learn about treatments and exercises to help you straighten up.
Seat Count: 50

Breakthroughs in Joint Replacement
Saturday, Jan 13, 9-11 am
Speaker: H.Kurtis Biggs, D.O. – Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Hospital Lobby
Learn about a variety of treatments for joint pain, including non-invasive, artificial joint fluid, stem cell therapy, and joint replacement with board-certified orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. H. Kurtis Biggs.
Seat Count: 75

Gastric Balloon Placement: What’s the Latest?
Tuesday, Jan 16, 5:30-6:30.pm
Speaker: Mark Liberman, M.D. – Board Certified in General Surgery
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Hospital Lobby
Is dieting not working, and surgery is too drastic? Learn more about gastric balloon placement and how it may help you get started on the right foot toward a healthy lifestyle.
Seat Count: 50

Minimally Invasive Procedures
Wednesday, Jan 17, 5:30- 6:30 pm
Speaker: Chiraq Patel, M.D. – Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Hospital Lobby
Fear for surgery can cause many patents to delay or avoid much- needed treatment for a variety of diseases. Join us for this free lecture to learn how science has advanced the treatment of health conditions with minimal intervention, and helps patients recover faster with less discomfort.
Seat Count: 75

Thinking About Weight Loss Surgery? Things to Consider
Wednesday, Jan 17, 5:30- 6:30 pm
Speakers: Rishi Ramlogan, M.D. General and Bariatric Surgery & Roger Eduardo, M.D. Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon
8300 Collier Blvd – Education Room A & B
An interactive discussion for patients considering weight loss surgery. We will be addressing the following questions. Am I a candidate? How safe is this? What are the health benefits? What results can I expect? Does my insurance cover this? And more...
Seat Count: 75

Stroke & Alzheimer’s Disease Prevention - Part 1
Thursday, Jan 18, 4 – 5 pm
Speaker: Aileen Staller, ARNP – Stroke Center Coordinator & Nasser Razack, MD - Interventional Neuroradiologist
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Cafeteria
“Time is brain,” means the quicker you get treatment for a stroke, the greater the chance of limiting damage to your brain. Take time this month to learn the steps necessary to recognize and react to the onset of stroke in yourself, or a loved one. Aileen and Dr. Razack will provide information on various risk factors, signs and symptoms, strategies to lessen your risk. They will also discuss cutting edge neurointervention techniques that can help stroke and Alzheimer’s patients.
Seat Count: 20

Enlarged Prostate: Fix the Weak Stream & Stem the Nightly Bathroom Trips
Tuesday, Jan 23, 5:00- 6:00 pm
Speaker: Alexandre Rosen, M.D. – Board Certified in Urology
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Cafeteria/ Dining Room
For most men, nightly bathroom runs may be the first sign of an enlarged prostate. Learn more about the various signs and symptoms associated with prostate issues, as well as advanced treatments and prosthetic surgery options for urologic issues.
Seat Count: 50

Doc, Can you Help My Sinuses?
Wednesday, Jan 24, 5:30- 6:30 pm
Speaker: Leela Lavasani, M.D. – Board Certified of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Hospital Lobby
We will review the current methods used to evaluate and manage patients with sinus and nasal disorders. As well as discuss evidence based methods to diagnose and treat common allergic and nasal conditions. Including nasal congestion, post nasal drainage and recurrent facial pain syndromes.
Seat Count: 75

Screen for Depression & Take Back your Life?
Thursday, Jan 25, 5:00- 6:00 pm
Speaker: Andrea Bickerton, M.D. – Board Certified in Family Medicine
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Hospital Lobby
Taking a mental; health screening is one of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. Mental health conditions, such as anxiety or depression, are real, common and treatable. Join us got an informative discussion on diagnosis and treatment, and how to move forward.
Seat Count: 75

Women’s Heart Health: Understanding the Facts
Tuesday, Jan 30, 5:30-6:30 pm
Speaker: Sarah Mansson, M.D. – Board Certified in Cardiology
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Hospital Lobby
Heart disease is currently the leading cause of death in women, with symptoms unrelated to chest pain prior to a heart attack. Board certified cardiologist, Dr. Sarah Mansson, will reveal the unique symptoms and misconceptions that women face, as well as prevention and treatment options. Seating is limited, so RSVP early to get proactive about your heart health.
Seat Count: 75

Gallbladder Disorders
Wednesday, Jan 31, 5:30- 6:30 pm
Speaker: Jonas Mansson, M.D. – Board Certified General Surgeon
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Hospital Lobby
Many people don’t recognize gallbladder problems until it becomes an emergency. Board certified general surgeon Dr. Jonas Mansson will discuss the symptoms, causes and treatment options of gallbladder disorders.
Seat Count: 75

Admission is free. Please call (239) 348-4180 to save your seat at these special events.

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