Palomar Health will host a variety of FREE and low-cost health-education classes and screenings led by physicians and other health professionals during the month of June. Following is a complete schedule with registration information.
The ones that are in our area are listed below.
Blood Drive
Palomar Health San Marcos,
Parking Lot
120 Craven Road, San Marcos, CA92078
Wednesday, June 1 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Join Palomar Health and the San Diego Blood Bank to help save lives by choosing to donate blood.
Register: SanDiegoBloodBank.org or 800-469-7322
FEE: Free – registration requested
Childbirth: Just the Basics
Palomar Health San Marcos,
Classroom, 2nd Floor
120 Craven Road, San Marcos, CA92078
Saturday, June 11 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
This informative one-day class is fast-paced and designed for the busy couple. Lecture and video topics include signs and stages of labor, coping skills, hospital procedures, medication options, cesarean birth and postpartum. Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classes or 800.628.2880
FEE: $55 / mom or couple (includes childbirth manual) – registration required
Fighting Fat Over 40: 3-Part Series
Palomar Medical Center, Raymond Family Conference Center,
]2nd Floor
2185 Citracado Parkway, Escondido,CA 92029
Tuesdays, June 14, 21 & 28 | 10 –11:30 a.m.
It’s not uncommon to see a few extra pounds on your scale after age 40. Join Janice Baker, RD, CDE, as she discusses the physiological changes that occur and strategies to boost metabolism and drop the pounds.
Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classes or 800-628-2880
FEE: Free – registration required
Advances in Weight Loss and Metabolic Surgery
Palomar Health Downtown
Campus, Graybill Auditorium
555 East Valley Parkway, Escondido,CA 92025
Ramin Sorkhi, MD
Wednesday, June 15 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Are you 85 pounds or more overweight, considering weight-loss surgery or looking to achieve lasting weight control? Join Bariatric Surgeon Charles Callery, MD, FACS or Ramin Sorkhi, MD, for an introductory seminar about gastric bypass, adjustable gastric band and sleeve gastrectomy.
Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classes or 800-628-2880
FEE: Free – registration required
Things that Go Itch in the Night
OASIS – Escondido Senior Center
210 East Park Avenue, Escondido, CA92025
Monday, June 20 | 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Luanne Arangio-Law, RN, MEd, will provide an overview of the most common skin rashes. Learn about the signs and symptoms, treatment options,possible outcomes and when to see your doctor.
Register: 760.796.6020
FEE: $5 / person – registration required
Understanding Tinnitus
Palomar Health Downtown Campus, Graybill Auditorium,
Lobby Level
555 East Valley Parkway, Escondido,
CA 92025
Monday, June 20 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Tinnitus, a ringing or noise in the ears,is a common problem for many adults. Audiologist David Illich, AuD, will discuss symptoms, causes, risk factors, complications and treatments.
Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classes or 800-628-2880
FEE: Free – registration required
Integrative Spine Care
Palomar Medical Center, Raymond Family Conference Center,
2nd Floor
2185 Citracado Parkway, Escondido,CA 92029
Thursday, June 23 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Spine Surgeon Paul D. Kim, MD,and Matt Alavi, LAc, discuss healthy alternatives to surgery that will keep your spine pain free. When surgery is necessary, learn how minimally invasive spine surgery may assist you with fewer side effects and faster recovery!
Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classes or 800-628-2880
FEE: Free – registration required
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Blood Pressure Screening
Palomar Medical Center, Lobby
2185 Citracado Parkway, Escondido,CA 92029
Tuesday, June 28 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Check your blood pressure regularly at no charge.
FEE: Free – no registration required
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Coronary Artery Disease
Palomar Medical Center, Raymond Family Conference Center,
2nd Floor
2185 Citracado Parkway, Escondido,CA 92029
Tuesday, June 28 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Coronary artery disease is plaque buildup in the arteries leading to blockages that could cause a heart attack. Join Cardiologist Mikhail Malek,MD, to learn the causes, prevention and treatment options for this disease.
Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classesor 800-628-2880
FEE: Free – registration required
Caring for Your Kidneys
OASIS – Escondido
Wednesday, June 29 | 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Join Janice Baker, RD, CDE, as she reviews the latest recommendations to help reduce the risk of kidney disease or slow its progression.
Register: 760-796-6020
FEE: $5 / person – registration required
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