Derry, New Hampshire. -At Parkland Medical Center, we’re helping community members make informed choices. Healthcare is more than advanced technologies and surgical procedures. It’s about helping you and your family achieve the best quality of life possible. Join us as we explore an exciting array of topics to help you make important decisions about your health and wellbeing.
Lectures are FREE and will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Nutfield Professional Building, 44 Birch Street, Derry, NH, Suite 203, Entrance A, *unless otherwise specified.
Register at parklandmedicalcenter.com or Consult-A-Nurse® at 1.877.642.2362.
Cardiac Prevention & New Cholesterol Guidelines
Wednesday, February 19 / Cardiologist, Stephen Hanlon, MD, FACC
February is American Heart Month. Learn more about the role of a heart healthy lifestyle including diet and exercise, as well as statin drugs in some cases to lower your cholesterol, and other resources available help you to stay healthy and reduce your risk.
Don’t Ignore the Snore - Sleep Apnea
Wednesday, March 5 / Pulmonologist/Sleep Medicine, Mark Pohlman, MD
National Sleep Awareness Week is March 2-9. Join us to learn about sleep apnea symptoms, causes, risks and options for treatment.
Direct Anterior Approach Hip Replacement
Wednesday, March 19 / Orthopedic Surgeon, Kathleen Hogan, MD
This advanced, minimally invasive surgical technique offers the potential for less pain, a smaller incision, shorter hospital stay and faster recovery. Come discover if you could be a candidate for this remarkable procedure.
Colorectal Cancer – Know the Facts
Thursday, March 27 / Oncologist, Lata Thatai, MD
*31 Stiles Road, Suite 2400, Community Resource Room, Salem, NH
Among cancers that affect both men and women, cancer of the colon or rectum is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. Learn about screening options, risk factors and treatments.
Beyond a Pain in the Neck - Cervical Spine Disease & Surgery
Wednesday, April 2 / Orthopedic Surgeon, Vladimir Sinkov, MD
Cervical spine disease can cause radiating pain, weakness and numbness in your hands, arms and shoulders having an impact on your quality of life. Learn the basics and most common surgical options, including cervical fusion, cervical disc replacement and cervical laminectomy.
Pain Management Techniques for Back Pain & Osteoporosis
Monday, April 7 / Medical Director of Parkland Interventional Pain & Spine Center, Ahmad Usmani, MD
Learn about non-surgical approaches to management of back pain with a focus on pain caused by osteoporosis. Discussion will include topics such as kyphoplasty, epidural steroid injections, facet block, radiofrequency lesioning, nerve blocks, spinal cord stimulator implants and more.
Pain Management Techniques for Back Pain & Osteoporosis
Monday, April 7 / Medical Director of Parkland Interventional Pain & Spine Center, Ahmad Usmani, MD
Learn about non-surgical approaches to management of back pain with a focus on pain caused by osteoporosis. Discussion will include topics such as kyphoplasty, epidural steroid injections, facet block, radiofrequency lesioning, nerve blocks, spinal cord stimulator implants and more.
Advanced Directives: Make a Plan
Wednesday, April 16 / Eileen Keefe, MSN, RN, CNL
Imagine not being able to communicate your health care preferences or the task your loved ones face when asked to make decisions for you. Learn more about the importance of making a plan long before critical decisions must be made.
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
Wednesday, April 23 / Cardiologist, Jeffrey Bleakley, MD, FACC, FSCAI
Aching muscles and poor circulation are some of the symptoms of PAD, affecting millions of Americans. PAD narrows arteries restricting blood flow and can affect your arms, legs and heart. Learn about the risk factors, signs, symptoms and treatment.
Menopause - Know Your Options
Tuesday, May 6 / OBGYN, Mary McCaffrey, MD
*31 Stiles Road, Suite 2400, Community Resource Room, Salem, NH
Night sweats. Hot flashes. Irritability. Weight gain. Insomnia. These are all common symptoms in the perimenopause and menopause transition. Learn about the physical changes that are causing these symptoms and your options for treatment and feeling better.
Female Urinary Incontinence
Wednesday, May 7 / Urologist, Arthur Mourtzinos, MD
Urinary incontinence can be an annoying, embarrassing problem, and the condition is twice as common among women as men. There are many forms of incontinence and a variety of noninvasive options for effective treatment. Find out what’s available.
As Your Body Changes - A Mother Daughter Lecture
Wednesday, May 14 / Nurse Mid-Wife, Katrina Wayman, CNM
Learn the answers to the questions that are most commonly asked by mothers and teenage daughters regarding women’s health. Topics include timing of their first visit, important screenings, periods and more.
Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer
Wednesday, May 21 / Oncologist, Karl D’Silva, MD
Lung cancer is more deadly than colon, breast, and prostate cancers combined. Non-small-cell lung cancer accounts for approximately 85% of all lung cancers but if found early is treatable. Learn more about risk factors, diagnosis, including Low-Dose CT Scans, treatment and prevention.
Care for the Caregiver
Wednesday, June 4 / Oncology Social Workers, Barbara Umansky, LCSW, OSW-C & Jodi Hanley, LCSW
Location: 31 Stiles Road, Suite 2400, Community Resource Room, Salem, NH
Family members and caregivers who provide emotional and physical care for a person with cancer often face their own challenges. Caregivers often put their own needs or feelings aside while caring for their loved one. Come meet others, discover new resources and learn coping strategies.