Calendar of Events
Phelps Memorial Hospital
Center, 701 N. Broadway, Sleepy Hollow, NYFall 2010 Calendar |
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Stroke Support Group. For stroke survivors, their families, friends, and caregivers. Meet and share your experiences with each other and members of Phelps' Stroke Center. Offers participants education, friendship, and support. You are not alone, and we want to help in your recovery. |
The first Wednesday of each month: September 1, October
6, November 3, December 1, 2010 Call (914) 366-3221 for information |
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Prostate Screenings. Prostate cancer is one of the
most common forms of cancer in men. It is the second leading cause of
male cancer deaths in the U.S., but when detected in its early stages,
prostate cancer can be effectively treated and cured. In 1987, Phelps
became the first Westchester hospital to offer free prostate screenings
and continues to offer the most extensive screening schedule in the region.
Call (914) 366-3220 to make an appointment. Jack Hershman, MD, and Arno Housman, MD, Urologists |
September 13, 16, 20, 24, 27, October 1, 4, 7, 11, 2010 Jack Hershman, MD Arno Housman, MD PromptCare (G-Level) Call (914) 366-3220 to make an appointment. |
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Bereavement Support Groups. New bereavement support groups are starting in September for adults struggling with the loss of a loved one. Suggested donation: $10 per session Conference Room 225 Call (914) 366-3325 or email bsteiger@pmhc.us for information. Bess Steiger, CSW, Bereavement Coordinator |
8-week support group Ongoing support group |
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Better Breathers' Club. Get Up & GO2 travel agency will arrange and accompany you on group cruises, leaving you free of the fear you may have about traveling with lung disease. Learn more over a light lunch. Celeste Belyea, co-owner of Get Up & GO2 travel agency and editor
of The Pulmonary Paper |
Thursday, September 23, 2010 Call (914) 366-3712 to register |
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CarFit Event for Older Drivers. Join the Phelps Occupational
Therapy Department for CarFit, individualized 20-minute educational sessions
designed to help older drivers improve the "fit" of their cars
for safety and comfort, promote conversations about driving safety, and
link older drivers with local resources to help them continue to drive
as long as safely possible. CarFit uses a trained team to assist older
drivers with items such as: a clear line of sight over the steering wheel,
proper seat belt use and fit, and safe positioning of mirrors to minimize
blind spots. CarFit was created by the American Society of Aging in collaboration
with AARP, AAA and the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). Anjum Lone, OTR/L, CHT, Phelps Chief of Occupational Therapy |
Saturday, September 25, 2010 Appointments are required. |
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Better Breathers' Club. Join us for an informative discussion about sleep apnea and its effects on those with lung disease. Light refreshments will be served. Michael Bergstein, MD, Otolaryngologist |
Tuesday, October 5, 2010 Call (914) 366-3712 to register. |
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Senior Health Fair at Kendal on Hudson. Seniors are invited to the annual Senior Health Fair at Kendal on Hudson, located on the Phelps campus. There will be health screenings, massage and exercise demonstrations, free giveaways and gift raffles. Admission is free; discounted tickets will be available for lunch in the Kendal Bistro. |
Thursday, October 7, 2010 Call (914) 922-1060 or (914) 922-1062 for information. |
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Spirit of Jazz - Concert to benefit Phelps Hospice.
Enjoy an afternoon of jazz while supporting the Phelps Hospice program.
The concert will feature jazz vocalists Melissa Walker and Tessa Souter.
The two jazz songstresses will be backed up by a quartet of outstanding
musicians: Steve Wilson on saxophone, Ron McClure on bass, Billy Drummond
on drums and Oscar Perez on piano.
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Sunday, October 24, 2010 Tickets: $35 |
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Larygopharyngeal Reflux (LPR) - Silent Reflux Screening.
Changes in voice, throat clearing, mucus in the throat with discomfort,
chronic cough not responding to medications, and swallowing problems are
all symptoms of Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (LPR). In addition, chronic asthma,
recurrent sinusitis, dental disease and even cancer can all be caused
or exacerbated by LPR. LPR is not GERD. Craig H. Zalvan, MD, laryngologist, Medical Director of Phelps Institute for Voice and Swallowing Disorders |
Monday, October 25, 2010 |
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Defensive Driving. Two-evening certification program. Lowers insurance premiums, reduces violation points, and sharpens driving skills. Robert Fogel |
Monday & Tuesday, October 25 & 26, 2010 Fee $45 |
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Swallow Screening. Do you sometimes feel food or liquid go down the "wrong pipe"? Does food get stuck? Do you have pain when you swallow? Do you experience food or liquid coming back up? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you should attend this free swallow screening clinic. Erin Baker, MS-CCC/SLP |
Tuesday, October 26, 2010 Call (914) 366-3220 to register |
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Family Caregivers Support Program. Family caregivers of the elderly are invited to attend this program presented by the Westchester County Department of Senior Programs & Services. Professionals will be on hand to answer questions on support services for family caregivers. Free information and brochures will be available. Mary Edgar Herrera, program administrator, Family Caregivers Support
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010 Call (914) 366-3220 for information |
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Chronic Cough Clinic. People often have a chronic cough despite numerous doctor visits, medications, and diagnostic tests. Coughing associated with throat clearing, voice changes, trouble swallowing, nighttime cough, and vocal spasms can often be caused from chronic laryngopharyngeal reflux disease. Alternatively, some people often feel a tickle in the throat that precedes a cough, a dry spot or dryness in the throat, and a cough that is neuropathy. Screening for these types of coughs will be offered. Craig H. Zalvan, MD, Laryngologist |
Monday, November 8, 2010 Call (914) 366-3220 to register |
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Pulmonary Fibrosis Support Group. If you have pulmonary fibrosis
or know someone who does, please join us to learn more about living with
this condition.
Susan DiFabio, RRT, Education Coordinator, Phelps Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program |
Tuesday, November 9, 2010 Call (914) 366-3712 to register |
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Better Breathers Club. A Phelps pulmonologist will discuss the latest treatments for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and will answer your questions Gary Lehrman, MD, FCCP, Medical Director, Phelps Pulmonary Physiology Lab
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Tuesday, November 9, 2010 Call (914) 366-3712 to register |
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Defensive Driving. Two-evening certification program. Lowers insurance premiums, reduces violation points, and sharpens driving skills. Robert Fogel |
Tuesday & Wednesday, November 9 & 10, 2010 Fee $45 |
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Hearing Loss and Realistic Expectations of Hearing Aids. TLearn about how hearing aids work, useful features they offer, and what to expect when using a hearing aid. Susan D. Reilly, MS, CCC-A, Phelps Audiologist Meryl Epstein , Audiologist, Widex Hearing Aid Co. |
Tuesday, November 30, 2010 Call (914) 366-3010 for information |
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Mental Imagery Methods for Relaxation and Holistic Healing. Learn from various religious traditions how meditative relaxation can help you experience holistic healing. In the fields of medical science, neuroscience, and psychology, there is a fascination with data from clinical studies on the impact of meditative practices on the brain and nervous system. Find out how our brain has been "wired for belief." Come and explore how mental imagery can affect body, mind, and spirit; experience relaxation and healing Loyola Amalraj, PhD, Author of Imagery's Place in Physical, Psychological, and Spiritual Healing; Adjunct Faculty, Fordham University, Bronx; Spirituality Center Rye; and Mariondale Center, Ossining. |
Tuesday, November 30, 2010 Call (914) 366-3220 to register |
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At CLUB FIT: Flu Shots - Briarcliff: Monday, October 25, 2010, 5- 7 PM and Wednesday, October 27, 10 AM - 12 PM. (Fee: $25) Flu Shots - Jefferson Valley: Moday, November 8, 2010, 10 AM - 12 PM and Wednesday, November 10, 5 - 7 PM. (Fee: $25) Blood Glucose Testing (Briarcliff): Monday, November 22, 2010, 10 AM - 12 PM. Free. Blood Pressure Screening (Briarcliff): Monday, December 20, 2010, 10 AM - 12 PM. Free. |
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Appointments are Required. |
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