PRESENTATION SCHEDULE FOR HEALTH-O-RAMA 2010
9:30 to 11 a.m.
Knees and Shoulders: Is There Relief From the Pain?
Rooms 202-204
Jack Rocco, M.D., and Christopher McClellan, D.O., orthopedic surgeons, University Orthopedics
Join Drs. Rocco and McClellan for this presentation on the latest minimally invasive options for treating knee and shoulder pain.
Discussion will include risks and benefits of total joint replacement, as well as arthroscopic options and advances. If joint pain is keeping you from doing the things you enjoy, don’t miss this presentation!
10 to 11 a.m.
How to Stay Well and Prevent Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease
Rooms 205-206
Michael Humphrey, D.O., endocrinologist, Blair Medical Associates
Do diabetes and cardiovascular disease run in your family? Do lifestyle factors put you at risk for these diseases? Have you already been diagnosed? What can you do to prevent or control these debilitating diseases before they take control of you? Dr. Humphrey will answer these questions and discuss ways to put you on the road to wellness.
10 to 11 a.m.
Don’t Let Heel Pain Limit Your Life
Rooms 207-208
Bert Altmanshofer, D.P.M., board certified podiatric surgeon, Foot & Ankle Care
We’ve all heard the saying, “If your feet hurt, you hurt all over. If heel pain is limiting your activity, this presentation is for you! Join Dr. Altmanshofer as he discusses the more common causes of heel pain, including plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, Achilles tendonitis and tarsal tunnel syndrome, and their prevention, diagnosis and proper treatment.
11 a.m. to noon
Vitamin D and Colorectal Cancer Risk
Rooms 202-204
Ralph D. McKibbin, M.D., gastroenterologist, Blair Gastroenterology Associates
The importance of vitamin D — “the sunshine vitamin” — has been in the news a lot lately as more and more Americans spend their time indoors. Now vitamin D is increasingly being looked at as a cancer prevention nutrient.
What role does vitamin D play in the risk of colorectal cancer? Are people who get more vitamin D less likely to develop colon polyps (small growths in the colon that can turn into cancer if not removed) and malignant colon and rectal tumors? What does the research say about the role of vitamin D as a survival factor in patients already diagnosed with colorectal cancer? What are the recommended dosages of vitamin D and its sources? Join Dr. McKibbin as he discusses the latest research regarding vitamin D and colorectal cancer risk.
11 a.m. to noon
Why Do My Hands and Wrists Hurt?
Rooms 207-208
Angela Rowe, D.O., orthopedic surgeon, Blair Orthopedics
Do you have pain, weakness and/or numbness in your hands or wrists? Is it affecting your everyday enjoyment of life? Join Dr. Angela Rowe as she discusses the symptoms and diagnoses of many common hand and wrist problems, nonsurgical and surgical treatment options, and prevention.
11 a.m. to noon
Diagnosing Heart Disease
Room 205-206
George Jabbour, M.D., interventional cardiologist, Blair Medical Associates
What are the signs and symptoms of heart disease? What roles do heredity and lifestyle play in your likelihood to develop heart disease? What diagnostic tools, tests and procedures are available? How is heart disease treated and prevented? Join Dr. Jabbour as he answers these questions and explains a new procedure to Blair County — cardiac catheterization through the wrist.
1 to 2 p.m.
H1N1 Update and Forecast: What You Need to Know
Rooms 207-208
Robert D. Sullivan, M.D., internal medicine and infectious disease specialist
Since the virus first surfaced in April 2009, we have been reading and hearing about the H1N1 pandemic, seasonal influenza vs. H1N1, vaccines, Tamiflu, at-risk populations and more. Join Dr. Sullivan for the latest regarding H1N1, including what has happened and is happening in our region; how to protect your family; the difference between seasonal flu and H1N1; vaccines, statistics, how local hospitals and health care providers are responding, and what to expect.
1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
The 30+ Athlete
Room 202-204
Michael Kline, M.D., sports medicine, Blair Orthopedics
Are you pushing the edge of the athletic envelope further and further? Is the aging process bringing the inevitable decline in physical capability? Join Dr. Michael Kline as he discusses the aging athlete, and how to keep going and continue to be a healthy athlete past the age of 30.
2 to 3 p.m.
Living With Asthma? Get the Facts
Room 205-206
Michael J. Davies, M.D., allergist and immunologist of Central Pa. Asthma and Allergy Center
When breathing is hard, everything else seems harder. Learn to cope and live well with asthma. Join Dr. Davies as he discusses causes, symptoms, “triggers,” prevention and advances in the diagnosis and treatment of asthma.
2 to 3 p.m.
The Aging Eye
Rooms 207-208
Todd A. Sponsler, M.D., ophthalmologist, of Altoona Ophthalmology Associates
What are the normal eye changes that occur with age? What are some of the more common eye diseases that can occur as we age? Join Dr. Sponsler as he discusses these changes and the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.
