VCU physicians will be discussing and answering questions on a variety of current topics in health care. All of the seminars are free and open to the public, but registration is recommended.
Here is a list of the topics to be covered:
The Nuts and Bolts of Hip and Knee Replacement
Thursday, April 12, 2012 5:30 p.m.
Join Dr. Brian Curtin, from the VCU Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, as he discusses the many benefits and latest surgical options available for hip and knee replacement.
Understanding Parkinson’s Disease
Tuesday, April 24, 2012 5:30 p.m.
Join Dr. James Bennett, from the VCU Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center, who will discuss the current treatment options and latest research findings for Parkinson’s Disease.
What is ADHD?
Wednesday, May 2, 2012 5:30 p.m.
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is the most commonly diagnosed behavioral disorder of childhood. Join Dr. Bela Sood, from the Virginia Treatment Center for Children at Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU, to learn more about the signs and symptoms of ADHD and the best treatment options.
My Achy, Breaky Back
Tuesday, May 15, 2012 5:30 p.m.
Join Dr. Maged Hamza, medical director of the VCU Spine Center, who will discuss risk factors, prevention tips, and treatme nt options for the most common causes of back and neck pain that can help get you mobile again.
Getting Older: The Expected, Unexpected and Tips for Success
Tuesday, May 29, 2012 5:30 p.m.
Join Dr. Peter Boling, a specialist in geriatric medicine at the VCU Medical Center, as he discusses the common changes that we go through as we get older, things to watch for that are not normal, and how to age as well as possible.
Here's the link for full details:
http://www.vcuhealth.org/news/?sid=1&nid=250.