| WOMEN’S HEALTH FALL PROGRAMS OCTOBER 20 –NOVEMBER 3 |
| At Brigham and Women’s/Mass General Health Care Center, we are committed to helping you stay healthy. Join us for our WOMEN’S HEALTH FALL PROGRAMS, OCTOBER 20 –NOVEMBER 3, by registering for one of our classes or screenings. |
Prevention of Home Injuries
Tuesday, October 20, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Accidents at home happen and there are steps that you can take to reduce your risk of falls and other mishaps for you and your loved ones. Brigham and Women’s Hospital primary care physician Stuart Pollack, MD, and Kristina Dunlea, PT, DPT, from Mass General Hospital, will discuss home safety, added risks with osteoporosis, and the important role exercise and healthy diet plays in the prevention of injury. Presented in collaboration with the Neponset Valley Chamber of Commerce and HESSCO Elder Services. |
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Breast Cancer: A panel discussion on wellness, diagnosis, and treatment
Thursday, October 22, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Join plastic surgeon Paul Liu, MD, primary care physician Jennifer Parent, MD, and radiologist Robyn Birdwell, MD, all of Brigham and Women’s Hospital, along with a local breast cancer survivor for a panel discussion on breast cancer. From risk and prevention to treatment and survivor experience, learn about the disease, latest treatments including choices regarding reconstruction, and one woman’s courageous story. This discussion is being presented in collaboration with the American Cancer Society. |
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Feet First: Care for common conditions
Monday, October 26, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Join Brigham and Women’s Hospital orthopedic surgeon and Foot and Ankle Division Chief Christopher Chiodo, MD, and Massachusetts General Hospital orthopedic surgeon Anne Johnson, MD, as they discuss the prevention and treatment of common foot and ankle disorders. Topics to be covered will include arthritis, bunions, heel pain, toe deformities, and nerve disorders. |
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Uterine Fibroids: Medical and surgical treatments
Tuesday, October 27, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Uterine fibroids are common benign tumors that affect women in their reproductive years, often causing problems with heavy bleeding, pressure, and pain that can contribute to infertility and pregnancy complications. Fertility experts Serene Srouji, MD, and Elizabeth Ginsburg, MD, will discuss the impact of fibroids on fertility and treatment options – including the latest minimally invasive procedures – for women to consider. |
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Managing Chronic Pain*
Tuesday, October 27, 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Brigham and Women’s Hospital anesthesiologist Sanjeet Narang, MD, will discuss chronic pain, what it is, common causes, and management including medications, physical therapy, psychological therapy, and surgical therapy.
*New Pond Village, Auditorium, 180 Main Street, Walpole |
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Elbow Injuries: Diagnosis and treatments
Wednesday, October 28, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Join Massachusetts General Hospital orthopedic surgeon Luke Oh, MD, and physiatrist Jennifer Kurz, MD, for this discussion that will cover the basic anatomy of the elbow, common elbow problems – including bursitis, tendonitis, sprain, dislocation, and fracture – and learn more about non-surgical and surgical options for treatment. |
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Women and Headache
Thursday, October 29, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Brigham and Women’s Hospital neurologist Autumn Klein, MD, Director, Women’s Neurology Program, will discuss types of headaches – particularly headaches and migraines that vary with hormonal fluctuations, advances in treatment, and when you should speak with your doctor. |
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Varicose Vein Screenings*
Thursday, October 29, 5 - 8 p.m.
Concerned about varicose veins? This screening evaluates you for a new one-hour laser treatment that can return you back to your normal everyday activities.
*Vein screenings will be held in the Specialty Clinic, located on the 1st floor |
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Treatment for Hip Problems
Monday, November 2, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Hip problems can have a major impact on daily living. Brigham and Women’s Hospital orthopedic surgeon Scott D. Martin, MD, and physiatrist Kelly McInnis, DO, will discuss common hip problems in active females – such as muscle and tendon injuries, impingement problems, labral tears, and stress fracture – as well as overuse injuries. They also will cover the latest treatments available. |
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Arthritis and Joint Replacement
Tuesday, November 3, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Presented by Brigham and Women’s Hospital rheumatologist I-Cheng Ho, MD, PhD, and orthopedic surgeon Wolfgang Fitz, MD, and Massachusetts General Hospital surgeon Eric Berkson, MD, this discussion will cover state-of-the-art advances in surgical and non-surgical treatments of knee disorders, including joint replacement and ACL repair, biologic treatment options, and considerations that help to determine the best treatment for a patient. |
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| Unless otherwise noted, all classes are free and will be held in the Community Room on the 2nd floor of Brigham and Women’s/Mass General Health Care Center located at 20 Patriot Place. |
| Directions at www.brighamandwomens.org/foxborough |
| Register online www.brighamandwomens.org/foxboroughevents |
| Call to register 1-866-378-9164 |