Oregon Brain Aneurysm Support Group - Specialists in neurology provide education and support for patients suffering from brain aneurysms. Family and friends are welcome to attend. Second Thursday of every month. Join us @ Providence St. Vincent Medical Center, Brain Institute conference room, East Pavilion, Suite 363 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Click here for a list of topics and details.
8/28/10
Brain Tumor Walk - Join us on Saturday, August 28 at Willamette Park for the 2010 Portland Brain Tumor Walk. In our nation, 500 brain tumors are diagnosed everyday. Come show your support and help raise awareness for this cause. Click here to register or to make a donation to brain tumor research and patient services.
9/11 - 9/28/10
Walk to Defeat ALS - Join Providence at the Walk to Defeat ALS. Contributions go to the ALS Association and help fund programs and services for those affected by ALS and needed research. Together, we can help the fight against Lou Gehrig's Disease. Be sure to stop by our booth at the Portland Walk on Saturday, September 26.The event starts at 12 p.m. at the World Trade Center. Click here for details on walk locations in Oregon.
9/26/10
Parkinson's Walk - On Sunday, September 26, walkers, joggers, families and friends will gather together at Willamette Park, in Portland, to help raise funds for Parkinson's disease research and awareness. Join Providence and help support our community affected by Parkinson's Disease.We will have a booth at the Portland event to provide information on our services. Click here for event details on other Walk locations in Oregon.
9/26/10
Memory Walk - Providence is a proud sponsor of the 2010 Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk. Join us at 9 a.m., September 26, at Pioneer Courthouse Square in Portland to walk, raise awareness and fund research for Alzheimer's disease. We will be available to provide information on Alzheimer's disease and our services at the Portland Walk. There will also be a walk on October 10 in Eugene. Click here for more information on these walks.
Cancer Center
09/3/10
Look Good Feel Better - a national public service program to help women cope with appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Trained volunteer cosmetologists teach women how to cope with skin changes and hair loss using cosmetics and skin care products donated by the cosmetic industry. Women also learn ways to disguise hair loss with wigs, scarves and other accessories. Register at American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345. Free event @ Providence Portland Medical Center, Conference Room B from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
09/19/10
Race for the Cure - Think Pink! Race for the Cure 2010 Team Providence sign up is in full swing! Sign up now to be part of Team Providence! Team registration closes at 12 noon, Monday August. 30th. You can join an existing team or create your own! Just remember to start your team name with "Providence." Events @ Tom McCall Waterfront Park in Portland, beginning at 7 a.m.
10/9/10
Light the Night- Providence Cancer Center has formed a team to walk in the Light The Night Walk on Saturday, Oct. 9, at the Oregon Convention Center. This is a fundraising walk to benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the 912,000 people living with blood cancers. We are organizing early to give ourselves plenty of time to make a difference in the lives of those touched by blood cancers. If you have any questions, please contact Marcia Tengwall at 503-215-3200.
11/5/10
Look Good Feel Better - a national public service program to help women cope with appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Trained volunteer cosmetologists teach women how to cope with skin changes and hair loss using cosmetics and skin care products donated by the cosmetic industry. Women also learn ways to disguise hair loss with wigs, scarves and other accessories. Register at American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345. Free event @ Providence Portland Medical Center, Conference Room B from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Child Center
10/01/10
Swindells Child Disability Awareness Speaker Series - What You Need to Know About Brain Development, Depression, Anxiety and ADHD in Children - Read Sulik, M.D. presents information on these challenging issues that impact young children and adolescents. Seating is limited; registration required. Register online at www.providence.org/childcenter. Presentation @ Providence Cancer Center Amphitheater from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
10/28/10
Swindells Child Disability Awareness Speaker Series - Keep it Clean! Hygiene for kids of all ages and abilities. Pat Crissy, B.A., a special education teacher and autism consultant, presents handy tips and ideas for getting a routing of lean for children with disabilities. Seating is limited; registration required. Register online at www.providence.org/childcenter. Presentation @ Providence Cancer Center Amphitheater from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Community Events
04/20-11/16/10
Diabetes Group - Free diabetes group on the third Tuesday of each month. Certified diabetes educators offer info on managing food, activities and medications. Preregistration required. Go to www.providence.org/classes or call 503-574-6595. Free meetings @ Providence Portland Medical Center Social room from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Vascular disease: The silent threat - Ethan Korngold, M.D., discusses why it's important to know the risk factors so that you can identify a vascular disease before it's too late. Free lecture @ Providence Seaside Hospital, 725 South Wahanna Road, Seaside, Ore. from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
09/15/10
Vascular disease: The silent threat - Camilo Rosales, M.D., discusses why it's important to know the risk factors so that you can identify a vascular disease before it's too late. Free lecture @ Providence Newberg Medical Center, 1001 Providence Drive, Newberg, Ore. from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
10/18/10
Caring for the heart during cancer treatment - Emilia Arden, D.O., Stacy Lewis, M.D., and Jeannie Louie, M.D., discuss the precautions that physicians are taking to protect the hearts of patients with cancer. Free lecture @ Providence St. Vincent Medical Center, Souther Auditorium from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
11/2/10
Heart surgery: Advances that are saving lives - Judah Askew, M.D., and Mona Flores, M.D., discuss new surgical advances and techniques that are improving outcomes and quality of life for patients with cardiovascular diseases. Free lecture @ Providence St. Vincent Medical Center, Souther Auditorium from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
11/3/10
Vascular disease: The silent threat - Bradley Evans, M.D., discusses why it's important to know the risk factors so that you can identify a vascular disease before it's too late. Free lecture @ Providence Portland Medical Center, Providence Cancer Center Amphitheater from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
11/18/10
Heart surgery: Advances that are saving lives - E. Charles Douville, M.D., and Eric Kirkir, M.D., discuss new surgical advances and techniques that are improving outcomes and quality of life for patients with cardiovascular diseases. Free lecture @ Providence Portland Medical Center, Social Room from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Understanding Breast Changes: What Every Woman Needs to Know - For many women, concern about getting breast cancer prompts them to watch for breast changes. These changes are common, and even though most are not cancer, breast changes can be worrisome. Join us as experts from Providence Cancer Center discuss screening to detect breast cancer early. Free lecture @ Providence Willamette Falls Medical Center, Community Center from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
10/4/10
Understanding Breast Changes: What Every Woman Needs to Know - For many women, concern about getting breast cancer prompts them to watch for breast changes. These changes are common, and even though most are not cancer, breast changes can be worrisome. Join us as experts from Providence Cancer Center discuss screening to detect breast cancer early. Free lecture @ Providence Milwaukie Hospital, Mother Gamelin Room from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
10/12/10
Understanding Breast Changes: What Every Woman Needs to Know - For many women, concern about getting breast cancer prompts them to watch for breast changes. These changes are common, and even though most are not cancer, breast changes can be worrisome. Join us as experts from Providence Cancer Center discuss screening to detect breast cancer early. Free lecture @ Providence St. Vincent Medical Center, Souther Auditorium from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
10/14/10
Understanding Breast Changes: What Every Woman Needs to Know - For many women, concern about getting breast cancer prompts them to watch for breast changes. These changes are common, and even though most are not cancer, breast changes can be worrisome. Join us as experts from Providence Cancer Center discuss screening to detect breast cancer early. Free lecture @ Providence Portland Medical Center, Cancer Center Amphitheater from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
10/20/10
Understanding Breast Changes: What Every Woman Needs to Know - For many women, concern about getting breast cancer prompts them to watch for breast changes. These changes are common, and even though most are not cancer, breast changes can be worrisome. Join us as experts from Providence Cancer Center discuss screening to detect breast cancer early. Free lecture @ Providence Newberg Medical Center, Conference Center from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
11/2/10
Regain Your Freedom: Women and Bladder Control - Talking about bladder control problems isn’t easy. In fact, many women live with these conditions for years before seeking treatment. If you're one of the millions of women who experience bladder control problems, don't let embarrassment keep you from getting the help you need. Join us as experts from Providence Continence Center discuss ways to help you take back control and regain your freedom. Free lecture @ Providence Portland Medical Center, Cancer Center Amphitheater from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
11/9/10
Regain Your Freedom: Women and Bladder Control - Talking about bladder control problems isn't easy. In fact, many women live with these conditions for years before seeking treatment. If you're one of the millions of women who experience bladder control problems, don't let embarrassment keep you from getting the help you need. Join us as experts from Providence Continence Center discuss ways to help you take back control and regain your freedom. Free lecture @ Providence St. Vincent Medical Center, Souther Auditorium from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
11/15/10
Regain Your Freedom: Women and Bladder Control - Talking about bladder control problems isn't easy. In fact, many women live with these conditions for years before seeking treatment. If you're one of the millions of women who experience bladder control problems, don't let embarrassment keep you from getting the help you need. Join us as experts from Providence Continence Center discuss ways to help you take back control and regain your freedom. Free lecture @ Providence Milwaukie Hospital from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
11/17/10
Regain Your Freedom: Women and Bladder Control - Talking about bladder control problems isn't easy. In fact, many women live with these conditions for years before seeking treatment. If you're one of the millions of women who experience bladder control problems, don't let embarrassment keep you from getting the help you need. Join us as experts from Providence Continence Center discuss ways to help you take back control and regain your freedom. Free lecture @ Providence Newberg Medical Center, Conference Center from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
