Living Healthy with Arthritis Program Slated for May 3
The Arizona Arthritis Center at The University of Arizona Health Sciences Center will hold its annual “Living Healthy with Arthritis” event on May 3. The half-day event will be filled with inspiration, information and a light brunch designed to help people live fuller, healthier lives.
Featured speakers and topics are:
- “Update on Pediatric Rheumatology,” Salvatore Albani, director, Arizona Arthritis Center; professor of medicine, pediatrics and the Stephens Chair in Rheumatology, College of Medicine.
- “Latest Treatments in Rheumatoid Arthritis,” Sujata Sarkar, rheumatologist, assistant professor of medicine, College of Medicine.
- “Advances in Cartilage Tissue Regeneration,” John Szivek, professor, department of orthopaedic surgery, College of Medicine; director, Orthopaedic Research Laboratory.
“Living Healthy with Arthritis” participants can attend two of the following breakout sessions:
- “Osteoporosis - What’s New in Prevention and Treatment Strategies,” Jeffrey Lisse, chief, Section of Adult Rheumatology; professor of medicine; Ethel McChesney Bilby Endowed Chair for Osteoporosis.
- “Juvenile Arthritis Focus Group - What are the Treatment Options,” Deborah Jane Power, board-certified rheumatologist with a special interest in pediatric rheumatology.
- “Maximize Your Communication with Healthcare Providers,” Gail Kershner Riggs, principal research specialist, Arizona Arthritis Center (retired).
- “Healthy Cooking Demo - Learn to Prepare Healthy Snacks and Appetizers,” Pat Sparks, and “Pilates - How to Use Your Body to Its Maximum Potential,” Debbie Rocha, certified Pilates instructor and retired physical education teacher.
- “Navigating Your Way to Accurate Healthcare Resources on the Internet,” Sandy Kramer, associate librarian and assistant director of services, Arizona Health Sciences Library.
- “Tai Chi for Arthritis,” Susan Cooper, certified Arthritis Foundation tai chi instructor with more than 25 years' experience in the fitness industry.
Prior registration is requested. To register, call 520-626-5040 or e-mail michellec@arthritis.arizona.edu.
et cetera
- What | Living Healthy With Arthritis
- When | May 3, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m
- Where | University Medical Center, DuVal Auditorium, 1501 N. Campbell Ave.
- Extra Info | Fee: $10
- Contact Info
Katie Maass
520-626-7301