St. Mary “Ask The Doctor” Spring Seminars Free and Open to the Public!

st-mary-ask-the-doctor-springSt. Mary Medical Center will host three upcoming spring seminars in Portage to help encourage healthy lifestyles in the community.

All seminars are FREE, and registration is required. To register, please call Danny Gonzalez, R.N., Health and Wellness Coordinator at 219-764-7217. Light refreshments will be served.

How do I know if I have a Concussion?

Mon., March 25; 6 pm
Portage Township YMCA
Multi-Purpose Room

Calling all parents and athletes! In recognition of Brain Injury Awareness Week, join us for a seminar and Q & A session about sports-related concussion injuries. Neurologist Mark Simaga, MD, and Physical Therapist John J. Doherty, MS, PT, ATC, will discuss prevention, symptoms, and treatment options.

Keeping your Colon Happy

Thu., March 28; 10:30 am
Senior Bonner Center

Looking for ways to keep your colon happy? In recognition of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, join us for a seminar and Q & A session about colon cancer. Gastroenterologist Peter Mavrelis, MD, will be discussing screening opportunities and prevention for colon cancer and ways to treat diverticulosis. Blood pressure screenings will be available beginning at 10 am.

Foot Problems 101

Mon., April 8; 6 pm
Portage Township YMCA
Multi-Purpose Room

Are your feet or toes hurting or looking “odd” these days? In recognition of Foot Health Awareness Month in April, join us for a seminar and Q & A session about common foot problems. Podiatrist Jared Moon, DPM, will be discussing common injuries, ailments, and conditions of the feet and their treatment options.