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How can sleep help people who are trying to lose weight? This and
other valuable information about sleep will be included in a free
March 29th seminar at Faulkner Hospital. The program is offered
to the general public as one of a series of "Lifeworks"
informational seminars.
"Sleep: As Important as Diet and Exercise, Only Easier",
will be led by Nurse Practitioner Margaret Trussler. She will provide
important information on strategies to improve sleep, the relationship
between sleep and weight loss, warning signs of a sleep disorder,
and what to do if you or someone in your family has a sleeping problem.
The program will be held on Wednesday, March 29th from 12:00 pm
to 1:00 pm in the Huvos Auditorium, which is located on the third
floor of Faulkner Hospital. Space is limited and pre-registration
is advised by calling (617) 983-7493.
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There are many emotional, physical, medical and financial matters
to consider with reconstructive or cosmetic breast surgery. Plastic
surgeon, Yoon Chun, MD, will discuss the latest surgery options
for breast reconstruction, augmentation, reduction and uplift and
also address your personal questions and concerns at the next Brigham
and Women's/Faulkner Hospitals health seminar. This session is one
of a series of programs consisting of health education sessions
and health screenings throughout the spring, led by experts from
the hospitals who have access to and first-hand knowledge of the
latest information on a variety of health issues. This upcoming
session, entitled "Reconstructive and Cosmetic Breast Surgery",
will be held Wednesday, May 10, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the Faulkner
Hospital 3rd floor Huvos Auditorium. Call 1-877-BWF-5773 to reserve
a space.
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Are you considering whether or not weight loss surgery is right
for you? Join Edward Mun, MD, and Malcolm Robinson, MD, for a discussion
on surgical treatment options for obesity, including eligibility
criteria for weight loss surgery, surgical options and expected
outcomes at the next Brigham and Women's/Faulkner Hospitals health
seminar. This session is one of a series of programs consisting
of health education sessions and health screenings throughout the
spring, led by experts from the hospitals who have access to and
first-hand knowledge of the latest information on a variety of health
issues. This upcoming session, entitled "Weight Loss Surgery",
will be held Thursday, May 25, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the Faulkner
Hospital 3rd floor Huvos Auditorium. Call 1-877-BWF-5773 to reserve
a space.
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Do you have heartburn or acid reflux? If so, you may be experiencing
signs of gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as GERD. Faulkner
Gastroenterologist Daniel Matloff, MD, will discuss GERD and other
common causes of stomach pain, including peptic ulcer disease, irritable
bowel syndrome and gallbladder disease at the next Brigham and Women's/Faulkner
Hospitals health seminar. This session is one of a series of programs
consisting of health education sessions and health screenings throughout
the spring, led by experts from the hospitals who have access to
and first-hand knowledge of the latest information on a variety
of health issues. This upcoming session, entitled "Heartburn:
Causes and Treatment", will be held Tuesday, April 11, 7:00
- 8:30 p.m. in the Faulkner Hospital 3rd floor Huvos Auditorium.
Call 1-877-BWF-5773 to reserve a space.
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Shoulder pain is a very common complaint. During this discussion,
orthopedic surgeon Scott D. Martin, MD, will provide valuable information
on shoulder care, injury prevention, and both non-surgical and surgical
treatment options for shoulder problems. This Brigham and Women's/Faulkner
Hospitals health seminar is one of a series of programs consisting
of health education sessions and health screenings throughout the
spring, led by experts from the hospitals who have access to and
first-hand knowledge of the latest information on a variety of health
issues. This upcoming session, entitled "Shoulder Solutions:
Addressing Pain and Injury", will be held Tuesday, May 9, 7:00
- 8:30 p.m. in the Faulkner Hospital 3rd floor Huvos Auditorium.
Call 1-877-BWF-5773 to reserve a space.
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Faulkner Hospital is pleased to offer level I and II Reiki classes.
The level I classes will be held on February 11th at 10:00 am and
3:30 pm and the level II classes will be held on March 11th at 10:00
am and 3:30 pm. Each session, held in the Faulkner 2nd floor atrium
1 conference room, will cost $65.00 per person. Led by Reiki Master
Teacher Olga Reisman, BA, and Reiki Master Mari Bartholomew, RN,
M.Ed, the programs will offer 6.0 continuing education units. In
the Reiki I class, students will learn this ancient technique of
hands-on healing using the concepts of spirituality and human energy
field. This technique can promote a sense of warmth and comfort
as well as relive pain and anxiety. In Reiki II, second degree Reiki,
a deeper commitment is made to both ourselves and to others. The
student is introduced to key symbols, and connections are made between
the past, present and future. For more information, or to register
for this event, please call 617-983-7565 or 617-983-7493.
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Faulkner Hospital is pleased to announce the beginning of its annual
Healthy Heart Screenings. For over fifteen years, these free events
have offered men and women the opportunity to learn about heart
disease and to participate in a screening for cholesterol, blood
pressure and blood sugar. No appointments are required and screenings
are performed on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition,
participants will have the opportunity to discuss their individual
profile and screening results with a health care professional.
Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of American women,
yet many women are unaware of the dangers posed by this disease.
Screening and education are the first steps to decreasing the risk
for cardiovascular disease. For additional information, please call
Faulkner Community Health and Benefits at 617-983-7807.
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9 a.m. - 11 a.m. |
| YMCA |
Hyde Park Medical Care |
| 15 Bellevue St., West Roxbury |
1337 Hyde Park Ave., Hyde Park |
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9 a.m.- 11 a.m |
| Fitness Etc. |
West Roxbury Medical Group |
| 1208 VFW Parkway, West Roxbury |
1832 Centre St., West Roxbury |
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12 p.m. - 2 p.m. |
| Faulkner Hospital, 3rd floor lobby |
Ohrenberger Community Center |
| 1153 Centre St., Jamaica Plain |
175 West Boundary Rd., West Roxbury |
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