Marquette General Health System - Press Release
Press Release

January 23, 2007

Men’s Health Conference scheduled for Feb. 10

Marquette General Health System will sponsor the 2007 Men’s Health Conference from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 10 at Marquette General Hospital’s Conference Center.

There are gender-based differences that are important to maximizing men’s health. Successful diagnosis and treatment of the diseases and disorders that affect men are dependent on prevention and early detection. Learn how to live a healthier lifestyle. Find out what signs and symptoms could be important in early detection.

A diverse group of health care experts will present on insomnia, snoring, restless leg syndrome and other sleep troubles; heart disease; common digestive disorders and colon cancer; joint disease and other musculoskeletal issues; and depression and anger.

Conference speakers include: MGH Neurologist, Dr. Roman Politi; Marquette General Digestive Disease Specialist, Dr. James Surrell; Marquette General Health Psychologist, Dr. Gregg Jones and Nurse Practitioner, Rod Riesland.

This conference is designed for those who care for and about men, including the men themselves. Interested participants must pre-register. A $20 registration fee includes lunch, refreshments, and handouts.

To register, call Trish in the MGHS Education Department at 225-3470 or
1-800-562-9753, ext. 3470.

The Conference Center is located on College Avenue. Attendees are asked to enter the hospital through the East Entrance canopy, take the elevator to the third floor, and exit to the right.


 

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