2008-2009 "Speaking of Women" Events
Below is the schedule for upcoming Speaking of Women Lectures from the OHSU Center for Women's Health. All lectures are free and open to the public. Registration is highly recommended.
Tanja Pejovic, M.D.
What are the “quiet” symptoms of ovarian cancer? What do we do when we hear them? Tanja Pejovic, M.D., Ph.D., will help us decode the quiet whisperings of ovarian cancer. Pejovic is an associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology in the Oregon Health & Science University, Center for Women’s Health.
Thursday, September 11
View this ovarian cancer presentation as a .pdf.
High Risk Pregnancy: Causes, concerns and care
Leonardo Pereira, M.D.
What makes some pregnancies high risk? Does a high-risk pregnancy necessarily lead to complications? Leonardo Pereira, M.D., will answer these questions and more. Pereira is an associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology in the Oregon Health & Science University, Center for Women’s Health
Thursday, September 18, 2009
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Reclaiming Your Life®:
Get organized to seize your priorities
Vicki Norris
What are the most common organizing mistakes? How do we begin organizing our life? Vicki Norris will reveal how organizing helps make room for your true priorities. Norris, of HGTV’s “Mission: Organization”, is president and founder of Restoring Order®.
Saturday, October 4
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Arlene & Harold Schnitzer Reception and Resource Area,
OHSU Center for Women’s Health Lobby,
Peter O. Kohler Pavilion, 7th floor.
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Brain Attack:
How to become stroke smart
Patricia Hurn, Ph.D.
What is a stroke? Why do more women die from stroke than men? Patricia Hurn, Ph.D., will help us learn the facts about stroke and what should be done as soon as the symptoms appear. Hurn is an associate Dean Faculty Development, School of Medicine, professor and vice chairman of Anesthesiology and director of the OHSU Research Center for Gender Based Medicine.
Thursday, Nov. 13
Noon – 1:00 p.m.
OHSU, University Hospital South, UHS 8B60.
From the main lobby of the hospital (9th floor)
take the elevator or stairs to the 8th floor.
Click here to download the portal.
(You must have iTunes installed to view this program)
In loving memory of Betty Louise Jackson
 Betty Louise Jackson was an accomplished pianist and singer,performing in choirs and light opera. Stroke took away these beautiful gifts. Her daughter strongly believes that creating awareness about stroke and its symptoms will help save lives.
The lecture, Brain Attack: How to become stroke smart and the OHSU Center for Women's Health Stroke Awareness Program are underwritten in loving memory of an exceptional woman with a delightful smile. Given by her loving daughter Joanne Louise Van Ness Menashe, her beloved grandson Christopher Louis Van Ness, and her dearly loved great-granddaughters Atya Sha Van Ness and Isha Rae Van Ness.
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Mindful Weight Management:
Break the eat, repent, repeat cycle
Lisa Nielson, M.A., Certified Wellness Coach
Why don’t diets last for me? Isn’t there a better way to manage my weight without guilt and deprivation? Lisa Nielson, M.A., C.W.C., will introduce methods to help identify physical hunger, recognize and strategize around the other reasons you eat, and learn to enjoy the foods you love without guilt. Nielson is a Certified Wellness Coach and manager of Health Education Resources at Oregon Health & Science University, Center for Women’s Health.
Thursday, January 29, 2009
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 The Heart Truth
Elizabeth Le, M.D., OHSU Division of Cardiology
The Heart Truth is that heart disease is the #1 killer of American women. In fact, one in four women dies of heart disease. Dr. Elizabeth Le guides us through getting to know our personal risk factors and taking action to improve our health in a presentation now available online. Dr. Le is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at OHSU and cardiologist at the Portland VA Medical Center.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Watch a video podcast of The Heart Truth
(Requires Flash Player )
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(You must have iTunes installed to view this program)
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Women and Research:
Discovering new ways to improve health
Heidi Printz, Ph.D.
Why are clinical trials important? Are clinical trials safe? What is expected of me as a clinical trial participant? Heidi Printz Ph.D., will discuss how carefully conducted clinical trials are the safest and fastest way to find treatments that work in people and new ways to improve health. Printz is division manager of the women’s health research unit at Oregon Health & Science University, Center for Women’s Health.
Thursday, February 19, 2009 at PSU
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Everyday Life Stresses:
Their impact on fertility
Judy Cameron, Ph.D.
Recent studies have confirmed a link between stress and infertility, both as a cause and as an effect. Stress may be reducing your chances of conception and infertility can cause further stress. Understanding and information can help. Join us to learn about the stress and infertility connection. You will take away tools to help you break the cycle and reduce the stress in your life. Judy Cameron, Ph.D., is a professor of obstetrics and gynecology at OHSU.
Thursday, March 12
(Requires Real Player)
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Before Baby:
Steps to promote a healthy pregnancy
Leonardo Pereira, M.D.
Are prenatal vitamins recommended before pregnancy? When is a genetic counselor needed? Leonardo Pereira, M.D., will share the importance of early and regular prenatal care for both the mother and the developing baby. Pereira is an associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology in the Oregon Health & Science University, Center for Women’s Health.
Presented Thursday, April 23, 2009
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More than Mind over Bladder:
Prevention and treatment for the pelvic floor
Renee Edwards, M.D.
What causes incontinence? What are the latest treatment options? Renee Edwards, M.D., will present the latest information about incontinence prevention and treatment. Edwards is an assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology and clinical director of Pelvic Floor Health & Reconstructive Surgery Services, Oregon Health & Science University, Center for Women’s Health.
Presented Thursday, May 14, 2009
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(You must have iTunes installed to view this program)
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Women's Health Week: May 10-16, 2009
Get motivated and get moving with a kick-off event and FREE fitness classes all week.
OHSU Center for Women’s Health is celebrating National Women’s Health Week by offering fun events to help jump start the physical activity in your life.
Kick off event May 11, 2009 - Free Fitness Classes All Week
Registration is now closed.
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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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