Community Lectures
Palo Alto Center
The Education Division of the Palo Alto Medical Foundation hosts a number of lectures during the year on health topics of interest to the community at the Palo Alto Center.
You are encouraged to pre-register for lectures (see the form below), some lectures do fill quickly and space is limited.
We DO NOT send a confirmation of registration for lectures unless there is a change in time or it is full.
Location:
Palo Alto Center
795 El Camino Real
Hearst Center for Health Education, Level 3
Palo Alto, CA 94301
Education office: 650-853-2960
Main phone: 650-321-4121
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All lectures are open to the community and are free.
See also lectures at the: Dublin Center | Fremont Center
Make No Bones about It: The Latest in the Management of Osteoporosis
January 13, 7-8:30 pm
Grace Chan, M.D., PAMF Endocrinology
Join us to learn about the risk factors for osteoporosis, diagnosis and treatment options, as well as future therapies.
Chronic Kidney Disease: Staying One Step Ahead
February 10, 7-8:30 pm
Toby Gottheiner, M.D., PAMF Nephrology
Join us to learn about the importance of screening for kidney disease in high risk patients, measures to slow or prevent progression and complications, and treatment of advanced kidney disease including dialysis and transplantation.
Beginning Anew: Moving Beyond Cancer Treatment
March 10, 7-9 pm
Panelists from PAMF's Cancer Care Clinic
Coleen Travers, ACSW, MSW, Social Worker
Frank delaRama, R.N., M.S., AOCNS, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Oncology/Genomics
Erica Framsted, R.D., M.S., Registered Dietitian
Caren Silber, B.A., Financial Counselor
Being diagnosed with cancer affects every area of one's life. This presentation provides an overview of the ways one can transition from diagnosis into "survivorship." Join us to learn about developing a personal plan that includes physical and psychosocial wellness, nutrition and physical activity recommendations as well as financial resources.
If you are interested in any lecture at the Palo Alto Center, please call our dedicated line at 650-853-4873 to register or use the form below.