Register for Physicians Regional Healthcare System August Educational Lectures
7/14/2016
Naples, Fla. (July 19, 2016) Physicians Regional Healthcare System hosts a series of monthly educational lectures and events. The August schedule is as follows:
August Lecture and Event Schedule:
Diabetes Education & Support
Tuesday, August 9, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesday, August 10, 10 a.m. – noon
Speaker: Pam Eichler, RN, BSN, CDE
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Physicians Dining Room (Please Check in at Desk 18)
Our diabetes education classes and support groups are fun and free, offering you an opportunity to learn how to live with diabetes from a certified diabetes educator.
Let’s Talk Sugar
Tuesday, August 9, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Speaker: Pam Eichler, RN, BSN, CDE – Diabetes Educator
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Physicians Dining Room (Please RSVP for this talk)
Diabetes is a disease that results from having high levels of blood sugar. Knowing how certain foods and exercise affect your blood sugar is important in keeping it at a healthy level. If you have diabetes, or you have been told you have high levels of blood sugar, RSVP for this talk to find out what foods and exercise will help you and your family.
You Need More Sleep! The Impact of Poor Sleep Habits on Your Health
Thursday, August 11, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Speaker: Elias Shaheen, M.D. – Family Medicine
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Physicians Dining Room (Please RSVP for this talk)
Sleep is important for our physical, emotional, and mental health. As we age and undergo a variety of developmental changes, our sleep patterns change. Predicting these changes and understanding why they occur can lead to longer and more restful sleep- and better health. Join Dr. Shaheen, and learn about better sleep habits for any age.
“Doc! Can you help my sinuses?”
Thursday, August 18, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Speaker: James A. Hadley, MD, FACS– ENT
6101 Pine Ridge Road – Cafeteria (Please RSVP for this talk)
Dr. Hadley will review the current methods he uses to evaluate and manage patients with sinus and nasal disorders. He will discuss evidence based methods to diagnose and treat common allergic and nasal complaints such as nasal congestion, post nasal drainage and recurrent facial pain syndromes. Dr. Hadley has vast experience in these disorders and can review national guidelines on this subject. Time will be reserved for questions by attendees.
Saving Your Skin:
Tuesday, August 23, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Speaker:Jacqueline Thomas, D.O., FAOCD - Dermatology
8300 Collier Blvd. – Education Room A&B
Dr. Thomas will be discussing skin cancer identification and what you can do to protect your skin, as well as maintain your skin. Learn about what products are safe to use and what should be avoided.
Bariatric Support Group
Wednesday, August 24, 3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Speaker: Gail Ekblad, R.N. – Bariatric Center Coordinator
8300 Collier Blvd. – Palm Dining Room
RSVP Required: Call Gail Ekblad at (239) 354-6143 or email gail.ekblad@physiciansregional.com
Long-term weight loss requires positive changes in lifestyle and eating habits. Our support group is dedicated to those who have had bariatric surgery or are planning to have surgery. We welcome patients who have had bariatric surgery elsewhere.
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Unless otherwise noted, please call (239) 348-4180 to RSVP for an event.
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