Tenth Annual
MINI
MEDICAL
SCHOOL
February through
April 2005
The mission of the 2005
Session Format
Speakers will appear as a panel of health care providers. The panels for each session will be composed
of a primary care physician and other specialists related to diagnosis and
treatment of the symptom under consideration.
Physicians will work together to present a comprehensive picture of how
the symptoms lead to a diagnosis and how the initial diagnosis is distinguished
from other diseases that may share similar symptoms. Following a 40 to 50 minute panel
presentation and a refreshment break, a moderator will present written and oral
questions from the audience related to the evening’s topic. The forum is not intended to provide
diagnosis of specific disease concerns of the public, but to suggest the paths
needed for consumers to resolve their medical questions.
Location and Time
The
first session of the 2005
All
presentations will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
This
nine-week series is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is
encouraged – seating is limited.
Cost and Enrollment
There is no charge for the
Topics for 2005
February
8, 2005 – Prostate Cancer – A Family Issue
Location:
What signs should a man or his
partner look for to detect a prostate problem? Who is at risk? Are
there easy and safe screening techniques? When should a man begin to be
concerned about the possibility of prostate cancer? What can be done if a
problem is suspected? Can it be treated and cured? Join a local
urologist and a radiation oncologist to explore these issues.
February 15, 2005 – Alzheimer’s Disease – Current
Research and Treatment
Location:
Do you or someone you know
forget people’s names, have trouble finding the right word, or have difficulty
finding the car when leaving a store? Join a local physician and a
researcher for a discussion of this puzzling disorder. The physician is
involved in the diagnosis of the disease and the treatment of its
symptoms. The researcher will address ongoing research being done both
nationally and in the local area.
February
22, 2005 - Women’s Health Issues
Location:
With
all the recent and seemingly conflicting information about women’s health, who
isn’t confused? What effect does obesity have on an array of health
issues? Are women more prone to diabetes? What can be done to
minimize disease risk or improve health? Add to these concerns, questions
about infertility and tonight’s session should be thought provoking.
Panel members are physicians who specialize in endocrine disorders, diabetes, obesity
and infertility.
March
8, 2005 - Psychology and Child Health Issues
Location:
Does your child or grandchild
appear to be feeling down, hopeless or disengaged? Is he/she acting up in
school? Are you concerned about depression or eating disorders? How
can you help? Where do you turn for factual information? Is there
treatment available? Join specialists in the fields of mental health and
counseling to explore the findings in this rapidly evolving field.
March 15, 2005 – Heart Disease – Evaluation and
Treatment
Location:
What are the signs and symptoms
of heart disease or a heart attack? Are they the same for men and
women? What if the discomfort is just indigestion? Could this be a
panic attack? How long should I wait before seeking care? Can
anything be done to avoid or minimize the damage of heart disease?
Respected cardiovascular specialists will present current date and answer your
questions.
March
22, 2005 – Stroke – Early Identification and Treatment
Location:
What are the signs of a
stroke? Am I at risk? How does family history plan into my chances
of having a stroke? Is stroke damage always permanent? What is the
Golden Hour? What does it mean for recovery? Is there anything doctors
can do for a stroke but wait it out? A neurologist and a physical
therapist will provide information that could save your life or the life of a
loved one.
April 5, 2005 – Spirituality and End of Life Issues
Location:
Is your health and sense of well
being affected by your spiritual beliefs? What importance does
spirituality play in end of life situations? How does a person cope with
a dreaded diagnosis? Who really needs support; the patient, the family,
friends? What resources are available to maintain dignity and
independence? A researcher, educator and care giver lends his perspective
and fields questions from the public.
April
12, 2005 – Complementary/Alternative Medicine
Location:
This discussion is for everyone
interested in non-traditional wellness/healing techniques including Tai Chi,
massage therapy, herbal supplements, and holistic medicine. The
discussion will be led by a respected physician who uses the full range of
healing sciences.
April
19, 2005 – Living Healthy – Prevention of Disease
Location:
Some
say, “Do this, don’t do that and you still die.” So is there anything to this
idea of living healthy and living a better life? Does diet really
matter? Can I start exercising after years of inactivity and make any
difference? Are there things we can do to live longer and feel
better? A physician and exercise fitness expert will help make sense of
this exploding field of knowledge.
For More Information
Please
contact:
The
Center for Public Service and Community Engagement
812-237-4011
or 1-800-234-1639
SPONSORS INCLUDE:
Hamilton
Center, Inc
Providence
Medical Group
Union
Hospital Health Group
West