Past Events
Scar Treatment and Hair Restoration
Scars, keloids and hair loss may affect one’s well-being and self esteem. Andrew Vardanian, MD, assistant clinical professor, UCLA Plastic Surgery, will discuss modern treatment options for these conditions affecting the skin and hair.LocationUCLA Medical[...]
Scars, keloids and hair loss may affect one’s well-being and self esteem. Andrew Vardanian, MD,[...]
Living Well with COPD
Corinne Sheth, MD, UCLA pulmonologist, will discuss what causes COPD and what you can do to optimize your health and keep COPD under control.LocationSanta Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th StreetContactRSVP: (800) 516-5323
Corinne Sheth, MD, UCLA pulmonologist, will discuss what causes COPD and what you can do[...]
50+ Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic Floor Disorders
Amy Rosenman, MD, UCLA OB/GYN, will discuss the causes, evaluation and treatment of incontinence and prolapse in women.LocationUCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica, Auditorium, 1250 16th StreetContactRSVP: (800) 516-5323
Amy Rosenman, MD, UCLA OB/GYN, will discuss the causes, evaluation and treatment of incontinence and[...]
Kidney Smart Classes
This two-hour class will provide information on kidney function, kidney disease and managing a diet that promotes healthy kidneys.LocationUCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica, Conference Center, 1250 16th StreetContactRSVP: (888) 695-4363 or kidneysmart.org
This two-hour class will provide information on kidney function, kidney disease and managing a diet[...]
50+ Communicating Your Healthcare Instructions
Learn how to communicate your healthcare instructions to your family/friends, how to appoint someone as your surrogate decision maker, and how to review healthcare decision-making documents.LocationCulver City Senior Center, 4095 Overland AvenueContactRSVP: (800) 516-5323
Learn how to communicate your healthcare instructions to your family/friends, how to appoint someone as[...]
Alzheimer's and Dementia
This support group is for family members and caregivers coping with a loved one’s Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis.LocationPeter V. Ueberroth Building, 10945 Le Conte Avenue, Suite 2339Contact(310) 794-3914 mrmoore@mednet.ucla.edu
This support group is for family members and caregivers coping with a loved one’s Alzheimer’s[...]
Shake the Shakes
UCLA movement-disorders specialists will discuss treatment options to cope with tremors, including medicines, surgery (deep-brain stimulation) and noninvasive therapies. Refreshments will be served. RSVP by May 18.LocationBeach Cities Health District, 514 North Prospect Avenue, B[...]
UCLA movement-disorders specialists will discuss treatment options to cope with tremors, including medicines, surgery (deep-brain[...]
Pulmonary Care
Cynthia Kim, MD, UCLA pulmonary and critical-care physician, will discuss when you should consider seeing a pulmonologist, the latest research in lung cancer screenings and changes that can happen with aging/disease.LocationCivic Center Library, Founders Hall,[...]
Cynthia Kim, MD, UCLA pulmonary and critical-care physician, will discuss when you should consider seeing[...]
50+ How Nutrition Affects Your Health
Gifty-Maria Jane Ntim, MD, UCLA internal medicine physician, will discuss the role of nutrition in health, wellness and common chronic diseases.LocationSanta Clarita Valley Family YMCA, 26147 McBean Parkway, ValenciaContactRSVP: (800) 516-5323
Gifty-Maria Jane Ntim, MD, UCLA internal medicine physician, will discuss the role of nutrition in[...]
Coughs
Gerard Frank, MD, UCLA pulmonologist, will discuss serious and chronic cough problems and treatment options.LocationSanta Monica Family YMCA, 1332 6th StreetContactRSVP: (800) 516-5323
Gerard Frank, MD, UCLA pulmonologist, will discuss serious and chronic cough problems and treatment options.LocationSanta[...]
Facial Aesthetics and Rejuvenation
Jason Roostaeian, MD, UCLA plastic surgeon, will discuss new techniques for natural-looking facial aesthetic surgery/rejuvenation.LocationUCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica, Auditorium, 1250 16th StreetContactRSVP: (800) 516-5323
Jason Roostaeian, MD, UCLA plastic surgeon, will discuss new techniques for natural-looking facial aesthetic surgery/rejuvenation.LocationUCLA[...]
50+ Bone Health and Hyperparathyroidism
Masha Livhits, MD, UCLA endocrinologist, will discuss hyperparathyroidism, the role of parathyroid glands in regulating calcium levels, and treatments that can help maintain bone health.LocationBelmont Village, 10475 Wilshire BoulevardContactRSVP: (800) 516-5323
Masha Livhits, MD, UCLA endocrinologist, will discuss hyperparathyroidism, the role of parathyroid glands in regulating[...]
Low Back Pain
Najmeh Sadoughi, MD, UCLA anesthesiologist, will focus on different causes and treatments of low-back pain and cases that need immediate attention.LocationCamarillo Health Care District, 3639 East Las Posas Road, Suite 117ContactRSVP: (800) 516-5323
Najmeh Sadoughi, MD, UCLA anesthesiologist, will focus on different causes and treatments of low-back pain[...]
Coping with Head and Neck Cancer
This support group provides a welcoming space for head-and-neck cancer patients and their families. Speakers share information on nutrition, complementary techniques, speech and swallowing, pain management, and mental health.Location200 UCLA Medical Plaza, Suite B265Contact(310) 267-3135
This support group provides a welcoming space for head-and-neck cancer patients and their families. Speakers[...]
Heel and Ankle Pain
Gary Briskin, DPM, will discuss common causes of ankle and heel pain, as well as surgical and nonsurgical therapies.Location2121 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 101, Santa MonicaContactRSVP: (310) 828-0011
Gary Briskin, DPM, will discuss common causes of ankle and heel pain, as well as[...]
