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4 | Health Matters: Providence St. Jude Medical Center No matter what your health and wellness goals are, we are ready to help you live longer, better and healthier with these informative presentations. To register for our free online webinars and in-person presentations, call 844-925-0944 or go to providence.org/stjudeevents. Eye Care Better Options for Treating Glaucoma Presented by: Igor Bussel, MD, Ophthalmology, Glaucoma New treatment options are changing how glaucoma is managed and improving outcomes. Join this presentation to learn more. In-person: Tuesday, May 21, 6 p.m. Selecting the Best Lens for Your Lifestyle with Cataract Surgery Presented by: Igor Bussel, MD, Ophthalmology, Glaucoma Come learn about the latest advancements and new lens implants to restore visual clarity. In-person: Tuesday, April 30, 6 p.m. GERD Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): More Than Just Heartburn Presented by: Nikolai Bildzukewicz, MD, Surgery, specializing in foregut Heartburn is the first sign of a gastric disorder that shouldn't be ignored. Join us for an informative discussion on signs and symptoms, the importance of screening and the newest treatment options for those suffering with GERD. In-person: Wednesday, May 15, 6 p.m. Barrett's Esophagus: The Elephant in the Room Presented by: Nikolai Bildzukewicz, MD, Surgery, specializing in foregut It 's time to address the elephant in the room: Barrett 's esophagus. Everyone knows it 's a precancerous lesion, but we are not aggressive enough in its treatment. As a result, esophageal cancer rates have skyrocketed over the past several decades. Now is the time to act! In-person: Wednesday, June 12, 6 p.m. Lung Screening Lung Nodules: What Are They and Should I Be Worried? Presented by: Daniel Oh, MD, Thoracic Surgery Lung nodules are small masses of dense tissue in the lung, usually found during a chest X-ray or CT scan. In this presentation, we will review who is eligible for screening for nodules, why people may develop nodules, and how we determine risk for cancer, and provide an explanation of new technologies that are designed to improve our diagnosis and treatment of cancerous lung nodules. Online: Tuesday, April 23, 6 p.m. Wellness Classes Eating for Brain Health Presented by: Megan Wroe, registered dietitian There is no magic pill to prevent cognitive decline; no single almighty brain food can ensure a sharp brain as you age. The most important strategy is to follow a healthy dietary pattern. Learn how you can incorporate the right foods into your diet. Online: Thursday, April 25, 5 p.m. Prenatal Nutrition Presented by: Megan Wroe, registered dietitian When you're pregnant, nutrition is more important than ever. You need more nutrients than you did before pregnancy. Making healthy food choices every day will help your baby develop. This 30-minute class will provide you with the information you need to make sure you and your baby gain the proper amount of weight. Online: Thursday, May 30, 12–12:30 p.m. Eating for a Healthy Gut Presented by: Megan Wroe, registered dietitian Learn how food, stress, environment and mindfulness can come together to create a healthy gut. In-person: Wednesday, June 19, 5:30 p.m. P R O V I D E N C E S T. J U D E M E D I C A L C E N T E R SPRING 2024 COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASSES