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Calendar of Events

Rush Oak Park Hospital
Age-WISE Calendar of Events Summer 2012

Unless otherwise noted, programs are free and are conducted in Room 2000 of the Rush Medical Office Building, 610 S. Maple Ave. in Oak Park — immediately south of Rush Oak Park Hospital. Free off-street parking anytime; free valet parking daytime only. Registration is requested. Hot coffee and tea provided. To register, call (708) 660-INFO (4636).


Treatment Options for Osteoarthritis of the Knee

Mon, May 21
noon to 1 p.m.
Brett Levine, MD, MS, orthopedics
Join us for lunch, and learn about osteoarthritis, including diagnosis and treatment options.
To register, call 708-660-4636.

Senior Health and Fitness Fair

Wed, May 23
9 to 11:30 a.m.
500 S. Maple Ave., Medical Arts Building, Gymnasium
Join Age-WISE and the West Cook (Oak Park) YMCA for a health fair and blood work, including PSA (prostate-specific antigen), TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) and cholesterol. Stay for light refreshments, and learn more about programs and services available at the YMCA and Rush Oak Park Hospital.
To register, call 708-660-4636.

If in Doubt: When to Check it Out

Thu, May 31
10 to 11 a.m.
Lisa Wilson, RN, BSN, CEN, TNS, unit director, Emergency Department
Do you know when to seek emergency care? Come learn about summertime emergencies and when to seek urgent care and when to see your physician.
To register, call 708-660-4636.

A Day in Our Village

Sun, Jun 3
11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Scoville Park (Lake Street/Oak Park Avenue), Oak Park
Stop by Rush Oak Park Hospital’s table at this annual Oak Park event.

Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program

Tue, Jun 5 to Tue, Jun 12
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 to 10 a.m.
Rush Medical Office Building
610 S. Maple Ave., Room 5600
Kari Fatta, RN, MSN, Age-WISE
Learn about exercise basics and joint protection. Build upon your daily exercise routine.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery

Tue, Jun 5
1 to 2 p.m.
Jai Raman, MD, director, Section of Adult Cardiac Surgery, Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center
Learn more about cardiac conditions and surgical interventions.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Emergency Preparedness (1 of 3)

Wed, Jun 6
10 to 11 a.m.
Kari Fatta, RN, MSN, Age-WISE
What is the most likely disaster? In the event of a disaster, do you know the four steps to safety? Learn the answers—and how to create your disaster plan.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Slice of Pie Series (1 of 3): Advance Directives

Wed, Jun 13
6 to 7 p.m.
Gary McCray, MD, internal medicine and geriatrics; Karen M. Mayer, RN, MSN, MHA, CHE, vice president, Patient Care Services; Aoife Lee, director, Spiritual Care; Kari Fatta, RN, MSN, Age-WISE
Join in a panel discussion that addresses the topic of advance directives. Learn about the purpose of advance directives and how to prepare for difficult health care discussions.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Special Membership Luncheon, Just For Women: Women’s Preventive Healthcare

Wed, Jun 13
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Ashley Martin, MD, geriatric/family medicine
Learn about changes through the decades and discuss health care concerns in a comfortable setting.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Slice of Pie Series (2 of 3): You’re So Vein

Wed, Jun 20
6 to 7 p.m.
William Piccione, MD, vascular surgery
Concerned about varicose and spider veins? Learn about the causes, diagnosis and treatment. Stay for a free screening.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Alternative Medicine and Qi Gong

Thu, Jun 21
10 to 11 a.m.
Gail Galivan, certified medical Qi Gong instructor
Learn about the ancient practice of Qi Gong, its movements and what it can do for you.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Slice of Pie Series (3 of 3): Protecting Your Retirement

Wed, Jun 27
6 to 7 p.m.
Chris Everett, financial planner, investment advisor
Is it time to re-examine your current retirement and financial plan? Come and learn various strategies, and stay informed about your options.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Balancing Act

Thu, Jun 28
1 to 2 p.m.
Keith Klopp, OT; Kari Fatta, RN, MSN, Age-WISE
Enjoy summer activities without the fear of falling. Pick up some simple tips and exercises to help improve your balance.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Causes of Unexplained Neck Pain

Tue, Jul 10
10 to 11 a.m.
Lenny Cohen, MD, neurology
Concerned about pain or discomfort in the neck? Learn the causes and treatment options.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Emergency Preparedness (2 of 3)

Wed, Jul 11
10 to 11 a.m.
Kari Fatta, RN, MSN, Age-WISE
We’re talking heat wave! Learn more about how to be prepared, what to do during a heat wave, and how to recognize and care for heat-related emergencies.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Heart Failure and Options for Treatment

Tue, Jul 17
1 to 2 p.m.
Raj Malyala, MD, assistant professor, Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center
Learn more about heart failure and different treatment options that are available.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Protecting Your Retirement

Wed, Jul 25
1 to 2 p.m.
Chris Everett, financial planner, investment advisor
Is it time to re-examine your current retirement and financial plan? Come and learn various strategies, and stay informed about your options.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

CUB (Citizens Utility Board)

Thu, Aug 2
1 to 2 p.m.
This informative lecture will share the latest news regarding electrical bills.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Recent Advances in Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease

Tue, Aug 14
10 to 11 a.m.
Peter Schmitt, PT
Learn more about Parkinson’s disease, the physical limitations related to it and the latest in its treatments.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Emergency Preparedness (3 of 3)

Wed, Aug 15
10 to 11 a.m.
Kari Fatta, RN, MSN, Age-WISE
Are you prepared in the event of a fire? Learn about fire prevention, practices for home fire safety and what to do in case of a fire.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Osteoporosis Update

Thu, Aug 16
1 to 2 p.m.
Kari Fatta, RN, MSN, Age-WISE
Get updates on osteoporosis and its treatment.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.

Caregiver Support

Wed, Aug 22
10 to 11 a.m.
Steven Smith, Oak Park Township Senior Services
Learn about the services you may be able to receive as a caregiver.
To register, call (708) 660-4636.