UPMC Offering Free Heart and Vascular Health and Cancer Seminars for Central PA Residents
HARRISBURG,
PA., SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 — UPMC Heart & Vascular Institute in Central Pa. and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Central Pa. are offering free health seminars in the fall to benefit the community. These seminars aim to raise awareness about health conditions and provide valuable insights into prevention, diagnosis, and treatment options.?
These seminars
are open to everyone, especially those at risk of heart and vascular diseases
and prostate cancer, caregivers, and anyone interested in learning more about
the topics.
While the
seminar is free, we encourage attendees to register in advance to secure their
spot at UPMC.com/CentralPaEvents
Seminars
include:
Answering Your Questions About Heart Surgery
Monday, Sept. 23, 6 p.m.
UPMC Memorial, Entrance B or C
1703 Innovation Drive, York
Speakers:
- Gagandeep
Gurm, M.D., cardiologist
- Gail
Gustafson, C.R.N.P., cardiology
- David
Loran, M.D., cardiovascular surgeon
Light refreshments provided.
Prostate
Cancer Doesn't Have to Define You
Tuesday. Sept. 24, 6:30 p.m.
Virtual – link provided at registration.
Speakers:
- Nathan
Brooks, M.D., urologic oncologist
- Cindylou
Connell, M.D., medical oncologist
- Najeeb
Crossley, M.D., radiation oncologist
Cardiac Health from A to Z
Wednesday, Oct.
16, 6 p.m.
Lisa's Cafe on
Chocolate, 63 W. Chocolate Ave., Hershey
Speakers:
- Arun
Kanmanthareddy, M.D., interventional cardiologist
- Xin
Jian Zhang, M.D., electrophysiologist
- Jason
Stuck, M.D., cardiologist
Dinner provided.
Feet First:
Navigating Vascular Health
Tuesday, Nov.
19, 5:30 p.m.
UPMC Lititz,
Entrance B, Outpatient Services, Multi-purpose Room
1500 Highlands Drive, Lititz
Speakers:
- Krishnan
Perumbala, D.P.M., podiatrist
- Steven
Woratyla, M.D., vascular surgeon
Light refreshments provided.
About UPMC????
UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com?
