| Asthma: You Really Can Get it Under Control
Monday, October 20, 2008, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
Recently revised national guidelines provide a successful, evidence-based plan for achieving excellent control of asthma symptoms and prevention of asthma attacks. Dr. Steven Zekowski, Stillwater Medical Group allergist/immunologist, will discuss asthma in both children and adults. With the right treatments, asthma can almost always be very well controlled.
Cholesterol Screening
Tuesday, October 28, 2008, 7:00-9:00 AM
Lakeview Hospital
$15 - No registration or appointment required
Fasting is required from midnight the evening before. Please wear short sleeves. Glucose screening will also be offered.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Hip Pain
Wednesday, October 29, 2008, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
Hip pain can be a symptom of many different things - from hip strains to osteoarthritis of the joint. Dr. Thomas Comfort, St. Croix Orthopaedics, will discuss how physicians translate hip pain symptoms into a diagnosis and treatment solution.
Is it Spinal Nerve Compression?
Wednesday, November 12, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
Dr. Daniel Hanson, St. Croix Orthopaedics, will discuss how arm and leg pain may indicate spinal nerve compression.
Healthcare Directives
Wednesday, November 12, 2008, 10:00-11:00 AM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
Teresa Krebsbach, MSW, LGSW, of Lakeview Hospital, will provide a one-hour overview of what healthcare directives are, their importance, and instructions on how to complete one. Forms and literature for Minnesota residents will be provided.
Look Good...Feel Better
Thursday, November 13, 2008, 6:00-8:00 PM
Tuesday, February 10, 2009, 4:00-6:00 PM
Tuesday, May 12, 2009, 6:00-8:00 PM
Tuesday, August 11, 2009, 4:00-6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 10, 2009, 6:00-8:00 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, call toll-free 800-227-2345.
Look Good...Feel Better is a free service which teaches cancer patients beauty techniques to help enhance appearance and self-image during chemotherapy and radiation treatments. The program is designed to help women recovering from cancer deal with the unpleasant side effects of cancer treatment, such as dry skin, hair loss, etc. By gaining control and even triumphing over these side effects, patients will discover that looking good really can make them feel so much better. Patients will receive free make-up kits worth $250. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society, National Cosmetology Association and the Cosmetic, Toiletry Fragrance Association.
PSA Screening for Prostate Cancer: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Monday, November 17, 2008, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
Dr. Tom Stormont, Stillwater Medical Group urologist, will give a brief presentation focusing on the controversies surrounding PSA screening for prostate cancer. He will talk about the potential benefits and pitfalls associated with the test and take your questions.
New Grandparents Class
Tuesday, December 2, 2008, 7:00-9:00 PM
Tuesday, March 3, 2009, 7:00-9:00 PM
Tuesday, June 2, 2009, 7:00-9:00 PM
Tuesday, September 1, 2009, 7:00-9:00 PM
Tuesday, December 1, 2009, 7:00-9:00 PM
Lakeview Hospital
$20 per couple - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4510
Learn about "today's baby" and current guidelines for infant care and safety. Discussion will include changes in birthing practices and how grandparents can help during pregnancy, birth and after baby is born. A tour of the Birth Center at Lakeview is included.
New Treatments for an Old Problem: The Enlarged Prostate
Wednesday, December 3, 2008, 6:30-7:30 PM
Lakeview Hospital
Free - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4697
BPH, or enlargement of the prostate, is a natural part of the aging process. The good news is that treatment options are available. Join Stillwater Medical Group urologist Tom Stormont, MD, as he explains exciting new advances in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia, including prostate laser procedures.
Healing Touch Certificate Program - Level 1
Friday and Saturday, January 30 and 31, 2009, 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
Lakeview Hospital
$300 - Advance registration required, (651) 430-4510
Level 1 begins with 18 continuing education contact hours of instruction, allowing persons with varying backgrounds to enter, acknowledge their previous learning to further develop concepts and skills in energy-based therapy. A strong commitment to personal growth is required. Instructor Barb Schommer, RN, MS, CHTP, CHTI, is a certified healing touch practitioner with 35 years experience as a public health nurse.
Classes denoted with an asterisk (*) have CEU credits available for a small fee. Please call (651) 430-4551 for more information. |
