posted August 25, 2008
Back by popular demand, Erlanger Boomer Basics will provide information on various topics this fall for the generation that dares to grow old.
Boomer Basics is a health information series geared toward the health concerns and interests of today's baby boomer generation. The information sessions will focus on healthy aging and medical care for both men and women. Participants will also meet some of the area's top physicians.
Conveniently scheduled and located to meet the needs of boomers who work on weekdays, Boomer Basics sessions all begin at 5:30 p.m. at either Erlanger East or Erlanger North campuses.
Special consideration goes to The Dinner A'Fare, located next to Target on Hwy 153, for providing a light meal at all of the sessions.
The series is free, and registration is required. Those who are interested can attend one or all six of the sessions. Spaces are limited. Call Erlanger's HealthLink at 423 778-LINK (5465), Monday - Friday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. to pre-register.
"Can't Smile Without You" New treatments for trigeminal neuralgia
Sept. 11, 5:30 p.m. Erlanger East Campus
-Jeffrey Gefter, M.D. medical director, Erlanger Radiation Oncology
-Phil Megison, M.D., neurosurgeon, The Neurosurgical Group of Chattanooga
This condition, which produces searing facial pain and numbness, occurs most often in women 50 and over. Learn more about the disease and how stereotactic radiosurgery, a highly focused and computerized radiation, targets specific facial muscles to relieve pain.
"If I Could Turn Back Time" New treatments for facial aging
Sept. 23, 5:30 p.m. Erlanger East Campus
-Mark Brzezienski, M.D., plastic surgeon, The Plastic Surgery Group, PC
Learn the surgical methods and techniques to help you stay as youthful-looking as you feel.
"Every Breath You Take" Test your lungs, know your numbers
Sept. 29, 5:30 p.m. Erlanger North Campus
Frederic "Eric" D. Seifer, M.D., pulmonologist and medical director, Erlanger North Center for Better Health
70 percent of people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease are 65 and younger. Early intervention is key to maintaining your lung health and your active lifestyle. Learn how to evaluate your breathing problems and what your next steps should be.
"Bridge Over Troubled Waters" Addressing female incontinence
Oct. 7, 5:30 p.m. Erlanger East Campus
-Norman Galen, M.D., urologist, Academic Urologists at Erlanger
Why just live with the discomfort and embarrassment of urinary incontinence? Discover the latest solutions for this inconvenient, but treatable problem.
"It's a Man's Man's Man's World" Prostate health and treatments, including laser vaporization
Oct. 13, 5:30 p.m. Erlanger North Campus
-Amar Singh, M.D., urologist, Academic Urologists at Erlanger
With age comes wisdom and for many men, issues with prostate health. Learn more about new, minimally invasive treatments, including a high-powered laser which vaporizes and precisely removes enlarged prostate tissue.
"Stayin' Alive" Why breast cancer screening is so important
Oct. 21, 5:30 p.m. Erlanger East Campus
-Frank H. Knight, M.D., radiologist, RadCare of Tennessee, head of Erlanger mammography section
Awareness of the disease, new treatments and specialized screenings have contributed to a rise in survival rates for breast cancer patients. Learn more about the latest developments in breast cancer screenings.
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