Speaking of Women Past Events
May
When traditional infertility therapies don't work: Achieving the goal of becoming parents through ovum donation
Learn about using donor eggs at a free seminar presented by the OHSU Fertility Consultants
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
6-8:00 PM
3303 S.W. Bond Ave
Portland, OR 97239
Registration
May
May is National Women’s Health Month
Join us for informative talks about screening guidelines and the latest on women’s health research.
Perplexed about prevention?
It seems like age-based guidelines for preventive care are changing every day. Join Michelle Berlin, M.D., MPH for a discussion of the latest screening suggestions for women’s health. Help protect yourself and the women you love.
Noon-1pm, Monday May 10, 2010 at OHSU
May 10th event registration link
Women’s health research:What have we learned?
Jeff Jensen, M.D., M.P.H., will explore the world of women’s health research. Clinical trial participants play an important role, come and hear what we’ve learned. You’ll also attain skills to sort through the media hype of certain research studies.
Noon-1pm, Wednesday May 12, 2010
May 12th event registration link
APRIL
Focus on Urogynecology
Join us for two events in April focusing on the latest treatments available in urogynecology. This medical specialty offers relief women suffering from incontinence, prolapse, emptying disorders, pelvic discomfort, and overactive bladder. Mary Anna Denman, M.D., is assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology, OHSU School of Medicine.
Keeping it All In: Lifestyle and Treatment options for Prolapse
Vaginal or Uterine prolapse affects many women who have given birth, (and some who haven’t) and can range in severity and impact on your life. Dr. Mary Anna Denman will guide you through the variety of options for treating this condition.
Incontinence: It's More Common Than You Think
Gotta go all the time? Explore the less talked about side of women’s health and learn why many women suffer from incontinence or vaginal prolapse after having babies or as they get older. We will discuss what can we do to keep our pelvic floors healthy and what surgical and nonsurgical options are available today.
Click here for information on Urogynecology Services at OHSU.APRIL
Special Event: The Body Toxic Webinar
In honor of earth month, we are pleased to announce a very special Webinar opportunity featuring local talent Nena Baker, author of The Body Toxic: How the Hazardous Chemicals of Everyday Things Transform our Health and Wellbeing. Join us in an earth-friendly transportation free gathering using your own phone and computer.
The Body Toxic: What Consumers Should Know About the Hazardous Chemistry of Everyday Things
The webinar will detail the health risks posed by endocrine-disrupting chemicals and provides you with practical and specific means to limit your unwitting exposures to the hazardous chemicals found in everyday things.
Investigative journalist Nena Baker, author of The Body Toxic, discusses the concept of “chemical body burden” and details how consumers can protect themselves against health threats posed by chemicals found in everyday items. These include perfluorinated compounds in non-stick cookware and food packaging, phthalates in plastic, flame retardants in electronics and furniture, and the now-infamous bisphenol A in polycarbonate bottles and the linings of food and beverage cans.
MARCH
Your Fertility: Your Options
Fertility Program at OHSU
When facing fertility challenges, deciding what is right for your body and your family can be difficult. We would like to help by explaining what options are available and where you might like to start. We invite you to join us at a special open house event to meet the staff of the University Fertility Consultants and enjoy the opportunity to find out more about their services.
Fertility Open House
Overview, Q&A, Refreshments
6-7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 18, 2010
OHSU Fertility Consultants 303 SW Bond Ave
JANUARY
Cervical Cancer Prevention
Each week in Oregon, two women learn that they have cervical cancer, and another woman dies from it. This month we turn our focus to preventing these needless deaths during National Cervical Cancer Awareness month. We invite you to get to know what we're doing and learn how you can help!
Special resources coming to you
Preventing Cervical Cancer: the HPV Vaccine and Pap Tests
Community presentation
Noon - 1 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2010
Michelle Berlin, M.D., M.P.H will guide you through the necessary steps for preventing cervical cancer. Dr. Berlin is Associate Director, OHSU Center for Women’s Health, Director of the OHSU Center of Excellence in Women’s Health.
Click here to register online now.NOVEMBER
The ABC'S of Genetic Counseling
Every woman wants to have a healthy baby, but there are many different choices for the prenatal detection of health issues, which one - if any- is right for you? How does your age factor in? What about your family history?
The ABC's of Genetic Counseling
Online presentation
Noon - 1 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009
(internet connection and phone line required)
Exploring pleasure without pain
Vulvar Health Program at OHSU
If you find that sexual activities are painful and difficult, either for you or your partner, you may be suffering from a vulvar pain condition and YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
Vulvar pain issues affect over 16% of women at some point in their life and can put a serious damper on intimacy. Vulvar issues range from skin-related, muscle-related and other issues and can be complicated to diagnose. The OHSU Center for Women’s health has the only specialty clinic on the west coast, featuring Ob/Gyn doctors specializing in vulvar health, a physical therapist and mental health counseling in a safe and supportive environment.
Special resource
OCTOBER
Alternatives to hysterectomy
Is hysterectomy the only way to deal with the pain, heavy bleeding or pelvic organ prolapse many of us experience? This month, we focus on the creative and conservative options that are available so that we're better informed of all our options!
Mark Nichols, M.D., is professor and division director, general obstetrics and gynecology, OHSU School of Medicine.
Alternatives to Hysterectomy
Options Every Woman Should Know About
Noon - 1 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009
OHSU Hospital, Room UHS 8B60 (8th floor)
Am I Hungry?®
Join us for one of two introductory webinars to the Am I Hungry? Mindful Weight Management Program to look at not only what we eat, but why. Lisa Isabell, M.A., is certified wellness coach and manager, Health Education Resources, OHSU Center for Women's Health
Presented September, 2009.
Recorded Past Events
Recordings of past events are available online and through iTunes.
Contact Us
If you have questions or comments regarding our educational programs or need any further information, please contact us at 503 418-4506 or cwh@ohsu.edu.
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