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thelearningseries
The
Learning Series lectures
are free to anyone in our community. To attend any Learning Series
lecture you must pre-register. To do so, please call The Winter
Haven Hospital Health Connection at (863) 291-6705 or 1 (800) 416-6705.
The Learning Series lectures are made possible through the generous
donations of local businesses and individuals to the Winter Haven
Hospital Foundation.
July
20 Foot
Care, Part I: Common Problems
Hear about treatments for bunions, hammertoes, growths, nail infections,
and other foot ailments.
7:00 PM
Regency Medical Center, Winter Haven
James Koon, D.P.M., Podiatrist
August
17 Foot
Care, Part II: Diabetic Problems
Advice on the special care needed to keep diabetic feet healthy
and free of complications.
7:00 PM
Regency Medical Center, Winter Haven
James Koon, D.P.M., Podiatrist
August
24 Stress!!!
Bang Head Here!
Dr. Reddout leads participants on an interactive look at the many
stressors in today's highly charged society at work, at home,
and in between. Learn what you can do about stress in your life
and the lives of those you love. Learn how to tell the difference
between positive stress and negative stress. Learn the unhealthy
effects of stress and how to reduce negative stress in your life
right now. Learn techniques of positive coping, many of which you
will be able to practice during the presentation.
7:00 PM
Winter Haven Hospital Auditorium
Jeff Reddout, PhD, Clinical Psychologist/Neuropsychologist, ESTEEM
Program, Winter Haven Hospital
September
12 Losing
Your Balance?
Dr. Tanner and Mr. Scruggs will discuss causes of balance disturbances
and treatment to get you back on balance.
1:00 PM
Winter Haven Hospital Auditorium
John Tanner, M.D., Neurologist
Lee Scruggs, P.T., ESTEEM Program, Winter Haven Hospital
September
21 Yoga
and Stress Reduction
Learn how to deal with everyday stresses through natural breathing
and yoga postures. Feel how yoga can help by releasing tight muscles,
improving circulation, and encouraging relaxation.
7:00 PM
Regency Medical Center, Winter Haven
Kim Zimmerman, Fitness Yoga Instructor & Personal Trainer,
Regency Wellness Center
October
11 Your
Medicines and Your Mood
Certain prescription and over the counter medicines can have effects
on mood. This talk will cover some of the medicines that can cause
depression, mania and other psychiatric problems.
7:00 PM
Lakeland Public Library, Lake Morton, Lakeland
Karen Teston, M.D., Board Certified Psychiatrist, Behavioral
Health Division
October
17 Stroke Education and Prevention
Learn the causes of stroke (CVA) and what medications and behaviors
you may adopt to prevent their occurrence.
1:00 PM
Winter Haven Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
John Oh, M.D., Physiatrist
Kim Jensen, R.N., Admission/Care Coordinator, Mid-Florida Rehabilitation
Services
October
18 Managing Your Stress
Almost everyone has some type of stress in his or her life. This
presentation will talk about what can be done about daily stress
without barking at the dog; unless you're having fun barking at
the dog!
7:00 PM
Chain of Lakes Complex, South Entrance, Winter Haven
Debbie Burton, ARNP, Winter Haven Hospital Behavioral Health
Division
October
19 What
to Do for Uncomfortable Eyes
Red, itchy, dry eyes are uncomfortable. Find out what to do for
these common problems.
4:00 PM
Regency Medical Center, Winter Haven
Michael Ort, M.D. Ophthalmologist
October
24 Alzheimer's
Disease: Do I Have It?
It is a myth that getting old means getting senile. Most people
retain mental vitality as they age, though some changes do occur.
What is normal aging as it relates to the brain? What symptoms indicate
a more serious problem such as Alzheimer's? What physical and mental
exercises can we practice to stay mentally healthy and sharp? Join
us for this informative lecture that will focus on keeping your
memory in tip-top shape.
1:00 PM
Winter Haven Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Dee Crowl, Director of Education and Outreach, Alzheimer's Association-Tampa
Bay Chapter
November
7 Advances in the Treatment of Arthritis of the Hip
and Knee
This talk encompasses arthritis of the hip and knee and internal
derangement, including the role of arthroscopic surgery and management
of those individuals with previously failed hip and knee surgeries.
1:00 PM
Winter Haven Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Samuel S. Messieh, M.D., Orthopedic Surgeon
Alice Hearn, P.T., B.S., Director of Mid-Florida Outpatient Rehabilitation
Services
November
9 Healthy Holiday Cooking Demonstration
Put your health and well being at the top of this season's list.
Learn how to get through the holidays without feeling like a stuffed
turkey yourself. Obtain information on vegetarian delights and healthy
desserts and enjoy wholesome food samples.
10:00 AM
Eagle Ridge Mall Conference Center, Lake Wales
Robert Barbeau, M.P.H., Head Chef, Lake Wales Medical Centers
November
14 Humor
and Health
Dr. Mengel will discuss the emotional implications of diabetes and
the role humor plays in our lives.
7:00 PM
Winter Haven Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Marvin C. Mengel, M.D., Orlando Regional Healthcare Systems,
Diabetes Disease Management
November
15 Dealing
with Anxiety
Anxiety and its symptoms can negatively impact one's life. Do you
worry excessively, have knots in your stomach or have overall tension?
Do you experience increased heart rate, sweating or feeling dizzy?
You may suffer from an anxiety disorder. Come for a discussion of
types of disorders and their management.
7:00 PM
Chain of Lakes Complex, South Entrance, Winter Haven
Cindy Parsons, ARNP, Winter Haven Hospital Behavioral Health
Division
November
16 Diabetes'
Dangers to the Eyes
Advice from a retinal specialist on prevention and treatment of
diabetic eye conditions.
4:00 PM
Regency Medical Center, Winter Haven
Scott Friedman, M.N., Ophthalmologist, Retinal Specialist
For
more information about the Learning Series, call The
Winter Haven Hospital Health Connection at (863) 291-6705 or 1 (800)
416-6705.
You can also access our website at www.winterhavenhospital.com
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