Summer 2007 Calendar of events
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For free physician referral or
health information on more than
1,100 topics, please call
at
For additional wellness and fitness classes and workshops, go to http://wdce.tmcc.edu for Truckee Meadows Community College classes and www.sparksrec.com for Sparks Parks and Recreation classes.
|  Arnaldo Trabucco, MD, FACS |
Sparks Medical Building, Suite 102
2385 E. Prater Way, Sparks
(connected to the hospital)
The Urology Institute brings some of the most advanced urological diagnostic and screening services available to Sparks. Arnaldo Trabucco, MD, FACS, urologist, has extensive clinical knowledge and surgical expertise in adult male and female urology, laser surgery, prostatitis and interstitial cystitis. The Institute specializes in minimally invasive treatments for kidney stones, prostate disorders and endourology. For an appointment or more information, please call
OSTEOPOROSIS SCREENING
Vista Osteoporosis Center at
Vista Medical Terrace, Suite 115
2345 E. Prater Way, Sparks
(up the hill from the hospital)
The National Osteoporosis Foundation
estimates 28,000 Nevadans have
osteoporosis or low bone mass, 80 percent
of them women and the vast majority
undiagnosed. After menopause, all women
are at risk for osteoporosis, but a family
history of the disease, being of slender
build, being an Asian or Caucasian woman
and other factors also increase risk.
Osteoporosis is both preventable, and
if detected early enough, treatable.
Low-dose X-ray bone density scans are
the best way to achieve early detection.
Osteoporosis screening qualifies for
Medicare reimbursement. For an
appointment, please call
SPEAR PULMONARY REHABILITATION
Vista Medical Terrace, Suite 200
2345 E. Prater Way, Sparks
(up the hill from the hospital)
If you or someone you love has a lung
condition, now you can breathe easier.
Northern Nevada Medical Center's Sierra
Pulmonary Education and Rehabilitation
-- the SPEAR program -- provides
complete assessment and outpatient
treatment of pulmonary disorders. Classes
currently are held 8 to 11 AM and 1 to
4 PM, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays,
and 1 to 4 PM, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
For more information, please call
|  Karen McDermott, MD |
10 to 11:30 AM, Thursday, June 28
Sparks Medical Building, Suite 203
2385 E. Prater Way, Sparks
(connected to the hospital)
Do you know how to make your healthcare wishes known to your close relatives should you be unable to express your desires after an incapacitating accident or illness? Find out about advance directives, popularly known as living wills, why they are important, healthcare and legal implications as well as cultural and religious issues. Karen McDermott, MD, internist; Ryan J. Earl, attorney; Noel Tiano, ThD, medical ethicist; and Judy McCarthy, Northern Nevada Medical Center social worker; will be the presenters at this free class. Participants will have the opportunity to complete their own advance directive documents at the event. Refreshments will be served. To register, please call
AFFORDABLE HEALTH FAIRS
7:30 to 11 AM, Thursday, July 5,
Sept. 6, Nov. 1
Northern Nevada Medical Center lobby
Northern Nevada offers an array of
low-cost screenings at its health fairs on
the first Thursday morning, every other
month. Receive even more savings --
$5 off every screening -- with your
Senior Advantage membership.
- Lipid profile, including cholesterol, triglycerides (a type of blood fat resulting if more calories are consumed than used) and HDL/LDL ratio -- $20
- Lipid profile with blood chemistry panel, including cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL/LDL ratio and profiles with computerized report on 14 blood chemistry levels -- $25
- Thyroid screening (TSH), screening for an overactive or underactive thyroid gland -- $40
- Thyroid panel including TSH, T4 and T3 -- $75
- Hemoglobin A1c (glycosylated hemoglobin), routine dietary screening for diabetics -- $30, ABO/Rh (Blood typing) -- $20
- Complete blood count (CBC), indicating viral/bacterial presence and red/white blood cell counts -- $15
- Memory screening -- Free from Senior Bridges
- PSA prostate cancer testing, including blood screening and exam -- $55
- Body fat and fitness screening -- Free from Northern Nevada Rehabilitation
- Lung function and pulse oximetry (oxygen level) screenings -- Free from Sierra Pulmonary & Sleep Consultants
- 15-minute shoulder massage -- $5 from a licensed massage therapist
- Heart-healthy breakfast served from 7:30 to 9 AM at the special price of $2
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10 to 11 AM, Thursday, July 12, Aug. 9, Sept. 13
Sparks Medical Building, Suite 203
2385 E. Prater Way, Sparks
(connected to the hospital)
Learn more about the causes of hip and knee pain and available treatment options at this free seminar presented by the Joint Care Center of Northern Nevada. This program at Northern Nevada Medical Center offers innovative solutions for knee and hip pain in partnership with some of the area's outstanding orthopedic specialists. Take steps to preserve your quality of life by registering for the seminar at
SENIOR ADVANTAGE SERIES
Noon to 1 PM, Wednesday, July 25
The SpineNevada approach
to neck and arm pain
Sparks Medical Building, Suite 203
2385 E. Prater Way, Sparks
(connected to the hospital)
Northern Nevada Medical Center's Senior
Advantage program for adults 55 and
better offers a wealth of advantages to
make your best years even better for a
lifetime fee of $10 for individuals/$15 for
couples. Benefits include free seminars
such as this presentation on neck and
arm pain and the treatment options offered
by a spine center by Lali Sekhon, MD, PhD,
and James Lynch, MD, spine surgeons with
SpineNevada. (The seminar is $5 for
nonmembers.) The event includes lunch.
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Additional Senior Advantage benefits include:
- Discounts on NNMC's health fair screenings
- Free quarterly seminars
- Quarterly newsletters
- 10% gift shop discount
- 20% discount on all meals in the NNMC cafeteria
- Complimentary newspaper delivered to your room if hospitalized
- Free private billing review when hospitalized
FLASHES WOMEN'S
HEALTH EDUCATION
Nonsurgical facial rejuvenation
6 to 7:30 PM, Tuesday, Aug. 21
Sparks Medical Building, Suite 203
2345 E. Prater Way, Sparks
(connected to the hospital)
Julia Ai, MD, dermatologist, discusses the
latest options for more youthful skin
including Botox; fillers such as collagen,
Restylane and Sculptra; chemical peels and
lasers. FLASHES -- Females Learning and
Sharing Healthcare Education and Support
-- is a free quarterly women's health
education series sponsored by Northern
Nevada Medical Center and presented by
healthcare professionals. To register, please
call
Northern Nevada Medical Center campus
Strength -- Commitment -- Compassion
Northern Nevada Medical Center
is proud to honor its 2007 Nurses
of Achievement nominees. They
are driven to ease suffering among
those who most need care and
comfort. They never rest in their
quest for continuous improvement
through lifelong learning and
dedication to making healthcare
better every day. They inspire
patients, families, physicians and
co-workers with their focus on
giving their best for patient care.
We thank our Nurses of
Achievement for choosing
Northern Nevada Medical Center!
 Teri Bidewell, RN |
 Diana Lemke, RN |
 Sue Mitchell, RN |
 Chuck Sather, RN |
 Virginia Werth, RN |
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Northern Nevada Medical Center 2375 E. Prater Way, Sparks, NV 89434 775-331-7000 |
