Johns Hopkins is pleased to offer free health education seminars featuring Johns Hopkins medical experts who present the latest information on a variety of health topics and answer your questions. These seminars are offered at locations throughout the Baltimore area, including Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Johns Hopkins at Green Spring Station, and the Sheraton Baltimore North in Towson.
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A Joint Effort: The Causes and Cures of Joint PainDoes hip or knee pain slow you down? If you’re one of the 21 million Americans suffering from hip or knee discomfort, learn what you can do to relieve the pain. Join a Johns Hopkins orthopaedic surgeon for a free interactive seminar. Our experts will answer your questions about degenerative joint disease and recent treatment advances. Dec. 10 Back and Neck PainAre you tired of living with back and neck pain? These complex sources of pain are often related to spine disorders and problems, such as degenerative disc disease, cervical or lumbar disc herniations, spinal deformity, infection and tumors, and vertebral compression fractures. Many individuals who would benefit from back surgery shy away from it, fearing further complications. At this seminar, a Johns Hopkins neurosurgeon will discuss the variety of treatments available, including anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy, injections and both minimally invasive and surgical procedures. Jan. 21 Love Your HeartAre you taking good care of your heart? Join Johns Hopkins cardiologist, Dr. Pamela Ouyang, for a free, interactive seminar, Love your Heart. She’ll talk about how to live a heart-healthy lifestyle and risk factors for heart disease. Feb. 23 Taming the Leaky BladderJoin Dr. Grace Chen to learn about the causes and symptoms of urinary incontinence, overactive bladder syndrome and pelvic organ prolapse. She will discuss different diagnostic tests used to further evaluate these conditions as well as conservative, pharmacologic and surgical treatment options. Dec. 2 Weight Loss SurgeryFor patients 100 pounds or more overweight. Note: This seminar is required to receive a consult for bariatric surgery. Jan. 5, 19 |
