Be sure to watch the Discovery Health Channel show Mystery Diagnosis on Monday, November 23, 2009 at 10 p.m. to see an interesting new medical mystery about a rare neurological disease. This show features Jefferson Hospital for Neuroscience's own Andro Zangaladze, MD, PhD.

Join us for a free lunchtime program

Topic: The Medical Management to Weight Loss

Date: Thursday, November 12, 2009

Where: 925 Chestnut, 2nd floor conference room. Get Directions.

Speaker: Dr. Janine Kyrillos.

Time: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

You must register for this program. RSVP to 1-800-JEFF-NOW or online.

Attend a free comprehensive breast care update presented by the Jefferson Kimmel Cancer Center. Gordon F. Schwartz, MD, newly appointed Director of the Jefferson Breast Care Center, will discuss and answer your questions about the latest and best breast cancer diagnostic and treatment options.

When
Thursday, October 29, 2009

Time
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Where
Betty and Milton Katz Jewish Community Center
1301 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
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To register or to make an appointment with a Jefferson physician, call 1-800-JEFF-NOW.

Dinner will be served.

One in 25 American adults is morbidly obese – that is, roughly 100 pounds overweight or roughly 75 pounds overweight with other weight-related conditions, such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, sleep apnea and/or high cholesterol. Morbid obesity can have profound effects on quality of life. It is a significant cause of premature death and a major contributor to many other diseases and conditions, including stroke, reflux, arthritis, gallbladder disease, incontinence, polycystic ovarian syndrome and infertility.

Medical journals are now recognizing bariatric surgery as the only treatment which is truly effective at causing substantial weight loss in most patients. Bariatric surgery has evolved dramatically over the past several years, thanks to the development of a safe, fully laparoscopic (minimally invasive) approach to various procedures, as well as to the establishment of Centers of Excellence standards.

Join us to hear women’s pro basketball legend Lisa Leslie speak about her family’s experience with liver cancer.  A light lunch will be provided.

In addition to Lisa Leslie, the lunch program will include presentations and information from:

• Thomas Jefferson University Hospital physicians who help liver cancer patients every day
• American Liver Foundation representatives who educate people about liver health

When
Friday, October 16, 2009

Time
12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Where
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Hamilton Building, Connelly Auditorium, 221 South 11th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Registration is required. For more information and to register call 1-800-JEFF-NOW.

Provided as an educational resource by Covidien.

Congratulations to Jane Meredith Cavanaugh, RN, staff nurse in the Intensive Care Nursery, who has won an Honorable Mention in the Leadership Category in the New York Times 2009 Tribute to Nurses Program.

The winners, finalists and those selected for honorable mention in five categories -- leadership, education, research, innovation and service to the community -- will be highlighted in the special New York Times section to be published on November 22.  The program was open to nurses in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and Pennsylvania.

The New York Times 2009 Tribute to Nurses Program is designed to bring attention to the field of nursing by recognizing outstanding contributions by regional nurses.

Jefferson also honored Jane this year as the 2009 recipient of the Janet C. Hindson Award.

Thomas Jefferson University and Hospitals will sponsor a free heart health event this Thursday - October 8, 2009 - at City Hall in Philadelphia.

The “Heart Healthy Philadelphia Fair” offers free health screenings to the public as well as cooking and fitness demos, prizes and more. The event is part of a campaign to encourage Philadelphians to live heart healthy. TJU President Robert Barchi MD, PhD, and TJUH President and CEO Tom Lewis co-chair the Heart Healthy Philadelphia campaign committee alongside Mayor Michael Nutter and other local healthcare leaders.

Look for nutrition and exercise tips, information about the six-week “Be Healthy – A Frequent Exercise Program,” and other details about the Heart Healthy Philadelphia campaign online.

Event Overview - Heart Healthy Philadelphia Fair
Thursday, October 8
Dilworth Plaza at City Hall
8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Heart disease is the number-one killer of Americans, yet 82 percent of heart disease is preventable. Learn more.

This celebration of survival will feature inspirational guest speakers, a complimentary luncheon and special gifts for attendees.

With October marking National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, BJ’s Wholesale Club in Springfield is hosting a Pink Picnic for the community featuring a local breast cancer survivor who will share her battle with the disease and answer questions at the event. In addition, a representative from Thomas Jefferson University Hospital will share important and state-of-the-art information about breast cancer screening, treatments and research.

All attendees will receive a complimentary lunch and gift bag containing pink ribbon products, coupons, and information on BJ’s Charitable Foundation support of breast cancer research and treatment. The event is open to the public.

Invite your friends, relatives and colleagues to this inspiring event.

When:
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Where:
BJ’s Wholesale Club
1260 Woodland Avenue
Springfield, PA  19064
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Bariatric Surgery Education Seminar
The first Wednesday of each month.
September 2, October 7, November 4, December 2, 2009

6 - 8 pm

Information session about the laparoscopic gastric bypass and laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding procedures.

Admission and parking are FREE.
Please call 215-955-0020 to register.

11th and Locust Streets
Dorrance Hamilton Building, 4th floor
Philadelphia, PA

Parking entrance is on 11th Street between Locust and Walnut Streets.

Bariatric Surgery Support Group
The first Thursday of every month.
September 3, October 1, November 5

6 - 7:30 pm

1100 Walnut Street
5th floor waiting room

Parking entrance is on 11th Street between Locust and Walnut Streets.

When: Friday May 1, 2009
           11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Who: All Adults Age 18 and Above

Limited Registration: CALL 1-800-JEFF-NOW TO REGISTER

In recognition of Oral, Head & Neck Cancer Awareness Week
April 27- May 3