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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 (800) 416-6705. The Learning Series lectures are made possible through the generous donations of local businesses and individuals to the Mid-Florida Medical Services Foundation.
July 13
Your Limb Weakness: Is It Nerve Disease, Muscle
Disease, Metabolic or Stroke?
Dr. Rajguru will discuss the causes of arm or leg
weakness and treatments available to assist you.
Time: 1:00 PM3:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Speaker: Shailesh
Rajguru, MD, Neurologist, Neurology and Neurosurgery Associates
July 28
Back To School: Is Your Family Ready?
For better or worse, the end of summer is near.
This means many children will be going back to school.
This program will discuss a family’s readiness
for children returning to school. Please join us to discuss how
your family can prepare for this annual right of
passage.
Time: 6:30 PM8:00 PM
Where: Sweet Center,
1201 First Street, South, Winter Haven
Speaker: Brian Wright, LCSW,
Winter Haven Hospital Behavioral Health Division
August 9
ADHD
An educational session on Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder and a discussion of signs, symptoms, and
strategies that can be used to help manage symptoms.
Time: 6:00 PM7: 30 PM
Where: Sweet Center,
1201 First Street, South, Winter Haven
Speaker: Debbie Burton,
ARNP, Winter Haven Hospital Behavioral Health Division
August 18
Living Life To The Fullest
One of the most neglected areas of our life is our
Mental Health. Have you thought about how your thinking
and attitude effect your well being? This
presentation intends to help you explore the meaning and purpose
of your life and how this directly impacts your health.
Time: 5: 30 PM7:00 PM
Where: Sweet Center,
1201 First Street South, Winter Haven
Elizabeth Martin, ARNP, Winter Haven Hospital
Behavioral Health Division
August 19
Allergic Rhinitis and Sinusitis
Do you have sinus problems? Come hear the latest in
treatment for this annoying and sometimes disabling
condition.
Time: 1:00 PM3:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Speaker: Robert
Merritt, MD, Otolaryngologist, The Barranco Clinic
August 31
Don’t Push The Panic Button! Be Prepared
For Your Child’s Emergency
Gain the first aid skills needed by parents for
handling common childhood emergencies.
Time: 6: 30 PM
Where: Regency Medical
Center, 101 Avenue O, SE, Winter Haven
Speaker: Susan
Sandoval, MD, Pediatrician Clark & Daughtrey Medical Group, Winter
Haven Pediatrics
September 8
The Athelete In All Of Us
If you are a weekend warrior or a competitive athlete,
come hear what is the latest information on sports medicine.
Time: 7:00 PM9:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Speaker: Nigel Sparks,
MD, Orthopedic Surgery / Sports Medicine, Bond Clinic
September 9
Smart Moves In Your Home And In Your Life!
How your balance, home environment and leisure
activities may have you at risk for head and or back injuries. Learn
what “risky behaviors/activities” are all about.
Time: 2:00 PM3:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Educational Classrooms A and B, Winter Haven
Kimberly Jensen, RN/CCM Team Leader,
Winter Haven
Hospital Rehabilitation Admissions/Case Management Dept.
Sarah Kelley,
P.T./Team Leader, Joy-Fuller Rehabilitation Center
Winter Haven Hospital
September 14
Obesity: America’s #1 Disease (Part 1 of A
Special Series)
This talk will discuss in detail America’s
problem with obesity, the mental problems associated with it and medical
recommendations to help slow the progression of one of our country’s
most important health problems.
Time: 1:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven Hospital
Auditorium, Winter Haven
Speaker: Donald Clark,
MD, Family Health Center, Winter Haven Hospital
September 16
Don’t Let Your Period Be A Sentence
Heavy period a problem? Looking for alternatives to
hysterectomy? Learn about endometrial ablation.
Time: 6: 30 PM
Where: Regency Medical
Center, 101 Avenue O, SE, Winter Haven
Speaker: Carlos
Gabriel, MD, Obstetrician/Gynecologist, Bond Clinic
September 20
Alzheimers and Other Dementias
Find out the differences and some strategies for
dealing with loved ones with these conditions.
Time: 1:00 PM3:00 PM
or 7:00 PM9:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Jeff Reddout, PhD, Clinical
Psychologist/Neuropsychologist,
ESTEEM program, Winter Haven Hospital
Barbara Herrington, Program Specialist, Alzheimers
Association
September 20
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Feel blue? Moody? Let’s talk about how you
can take “pretty moody” out of Premenstrual Syndrome.
Time: 6: 30 PM8:00 PM
Where: Sweet Center,
1201 First Street, South, Winter Haven
Speaker: Debbie Burton,
ARNP, Winter Haven Hospital Behavioral Health Division
September 21
Lose Big!! Popular DietsWhich One’s For
You?
(Part 2 of A Special Series)
Popular diets!! What’s in, what’s
out? Do they work? Are popular diets a healthy choice for
weight management? Hear the review of Atkins, South Beach, Sugar
Busters, Eat Right for Your Type, Slim Fast, Subway diet, etc. Each
claims to have the right idea to combat obesity and improve health.
Which one should you choose to lose big?
Time: 1:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Speaker: Peggy Cooper,
MS,RD,LD/N, Clinical Nutrition Manager, Winter Haven Hospital
September 28
ExerciseThe Other Component Of Weight Loss
(Part 3 of A Special Series)
How to start, what to avoid, how do I incorporate it
into my daily schedule and keep at it for more than a week?
Time: 2:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Speaker: Alice Hearn,
P.T., Administrative Director
Winter Haven Hospital Rehabilitation
Services
October 4
Depression Awareness
Our lives are more hectic than ever before. More
frequently than you might think, depression impacts our abilities to face
our lives and find true happiness there. This presenter will discuss
recognizing depression’s many faces and getting what you need to get
back on track.
Time: 6: 30 PM8:00 PM
Where: Sweet Center,
1201 First Street, South, Winter Haven
Speaker: Debbie Burton,
ARNP, Winter Haven Hospital Behavioral Health Division
October 7
Why Am I So Angry?
Understanding the relationship between frustration,
anger, and stress. Learn some basic coping skills for dealing with
these.
Time: 4: 30 PM6:00 PM
Where: Marge Brewster
Center, Gain Room, 928 SE Lakeview, Sebring
Speaker: Charleen
Stroup, LPN, LMHC,CAP
Winter Haven Hospital Behavioral Health Division
October 12
Depression In The Elderly
Without treatment, depression in the elderly can lead
to medical and life-threatening complications. It can mimic more
serious medical concerns. The good news is that it can be treated.
Time: 1:00 PM2:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Speaker: Mark
Zwingelberg, Psy. D., Clinical Psychologist
Winter Haven Hospital
Rehabilitation Services
October 12
Domestic Violence: The Unseen Truth Why Do I Stay?
Definition, signs and symptoms of domestic violence
will be presented along with discussion. Let’s break the cycle
of violence.
Time: 6: 30 PM8:00 PM
Where: Sweet Center,
1201 First Street, South, Winter Haven
Speaker: Kathy Surver,
MHT, Family Builder’s Program
Winter Haven Hospital Behavioral
Health Division
October 14
Beauty In A Flash
The latest in laser cosmetic surgery for hair,
wrinkles, and facial irregularities.
Time: 6: 30 PM
Where: Regency Medical
Center, 101 Avenue O, SE, Winter Haven
Speaker: Vincent Gatto,
MD, Obstetrician/Gynecologist, Bond Clinic
December 2
How To De-Stress Before The Holidays
Dealing with the holiday blueshow to use relaxing
techniques to improve mood and relieve stress.
Time: 4: 30 PM6:00 PM
Where: Marge Brewster
Center, Gain Room, 928 SE Lakeview, Sebring
Speaker: Charleen
Stroup, LPN, LMHC,CAP
Winter Haven Hospital Behavioral Health Division
December 2
Medical, Laser, and Surgical Treatment of Glaucoma
Learn the latest advances in the treatment of cataracts
and glaucoma.
Time: 4:00 PM
Where: Regency Medical
Center, 101 Avenue O, SE, Winter Haven
Speaker: Benjamin
Crowder, MD, Ophthalmologist
December 6
Stress Management
STRESS: Are you controlling it or is it
controlling you? Discover what is stressful,
how to control it,
and how to calm yourself.
Time: 6: 30 PM8:00 PM
Where: Sweet Center,
1201 First Street South, Winter Haven
Debbie Burton, ARNP, Winter Haven Hospital
Behavioral Health Division
December 7
Memory Strategies Workshop
This workshop will focus on developing effective memory
strategies to incorporate
into your daily activities.
Time: 2:00 PM3:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Education Classrooms A &B, Winter Haven
Kristi Mathis, MA, CCC-SLP, Joy-Fuller
Rehabilitation Center,
Winter Haven Hospital
Gloria Powell, MS, CCC-SLP, Joy-Fuller Rehabilitation
Center
Winter Haven Hospital
November 4
Holidays And A Broken Heart
Understanding how different losses throughout life
affect mental health and some basic coping skills for dealing with primary
and secondary losses during the holidays.
Time: 4: 30 PM6:00 PM
Where: Marge Brewster
Center, Gain Room, 928 SE Lakeview, Sebring
Speaker: Charleen
Stroup, LPN, LMHC,CAP Winter Haven Hospital Behavioral Health Division
November 4
Parenting TeensCommon Pitfalls
Presentation will cover communication, parenting styles
and relationship building between parents and teens.
Time: 6: 30 PM8:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Education Classroom E, Winter Haven
Speaker: Michael
Ardito, B.A., F.A.S.T. Parenting Program Coordinator Winter Haven Hospital
Behavioral Health Division
November 9
Managing Osteoporosis
This will be a presentation on how to medically manage
osteoporosis and how activity and exercise relate to bone loss.
Time: 1:00 PM3:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Bruce Clement, MD, Rheumatologist, Bond Clinic
Kathleen Kort, PT, Winter Haven Hospital
Rehabilitation Services
November 16
Surviving The Holidays With Diabetes
As the holidays approach, it can be challenging to keep
your diabetes under control. A registered dietician will provide
helpful tips on how to enjoy your holiday foods without sabotaging your
holiday diet.
Time: 1: 30 PM3:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Speaker: Jill Harbison,
MS, RD, L D/N, Registered Dietician,Winter Haven Hospital
November 30
Advances In The Treatment Of Arthritis Of The Hip and
Knee
Discussion of the Hip and Knee arthritis and internal
derangement, including the role of arthroplastic surgery and management of
those individuals with previously failed surgeries.
Time: 1:00PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Samuel Messieh, MD, FRCS, FAAQS, Orthopedic Surgeon,
Bond Clinic
Alice Hearn, PT., Administrative Director
Winter
Haven Hospital Rehabilitation Services
October 19
HelpI Have Diabetes And I Don’t Know What To Do!
Managing diabetes can be challenging, especially with
so many news stories about it. This program will help sort out the
information by providing an overview of diabetes presented by a Certified
Diabetes Educator. Topics will include types of diabetes, risk
factors, signs and symptoms and treatment. Emphasis will be on
methods of controlling blood glucose (sugar) and why this is so important.
Time: 1: 30 PM3:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Speaker: Susan D.
Dillon, MA, RN, CDE
Diabetes Education Coordinator, Winter Haven
Hospital
October 21
Helpful Hints For Accessing Community Recreational
Activities
Come and learn about community resources for leisure
opportunities that offer easy accessibility, including ramps, wide walkways
and adapted bathroom facilities. Information will also be provided on
how to adapt sports and leisure activities for those participants with
physical limitations.
Time: 2:00 PM3:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Education Classroom A & B, Winter Haven
Mike Bala, CTRS, Joy-Fuller Rehabilitation Center,
Winter Haven Hospital
Mark Hannigan, OT, Joy-Fuller Rehabilitation Center,
Winter Haven Hospital
October 28
Diabetes, The Mechanics Of The Foot and How It Relates
To Ulcers
Dr. Koon and Alice Hearn, PT, will discuss how ulcers
can be prevented through proper care of your feet and
fitting of shoes.
Time: 1:00 PM3:00 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
James E. Koon, Podiatrist Alice Hearn, PT, Administrative Director Winter Haven
Hospital Rehabilitative Services
November 1
Update In The Management Of Diabetes
Start “American Diabetes Month” off right
by attending an update in the current management of diabetes
presented by a Board Certified Endocrinologist.
Dr. Lee will review the current
recommendations for treating diabetes.
Time: 6: 30 PM7: 30 PM
Where: Winter Haven
Hospital Auditorium, Winter Haven
Speaker: Edwin Lee, MD,
Endocrinologist, Gessler Clinic
November 4
Diabetes & The Eye
Advice from a Retinal Specialist on prevention and
treatment of diabetes-related eye conditions.
Time: 4:00 PM
Where: Regency Medical
Center, 101 Avenue O, SE, Winter Haven
Speaker: Scott
Friedman, MD, 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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