Scheduled Speakers
Minimally Invasive Surgery for Esophageal Reflux and Cancer, Jon Wee, MD, Faulkner HospitalSaturday, June 27 10:15am @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Hall B Booth 1103Dr. Jon Wee is a thoracic surgeon at Faulkner Hospital, Brigham & Women's Hospital and South Shore Hospital who specializes in minimally invasive surgery. He will talk about new options for management of esophageal disorders from reflux to hernias to cancer that decrease peri-operative pain and improve patient outcomes. |
Coping with Arthritis: A Joint Effort, Sean Rockett, MD, Newton-Wellesley HospitalSaturday, June 27 11:00am @ the Partners HealthCare Stage Hall B Booth 1103
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ADD/ADHD: A Chiropractic Perspective, Marty Rosen DC, Massachusetts Chiropractic SocietySaturday, June 27 11:00am @ the NECBB Demostration StageCaring for a child with ADD/ADHD can be difficult. Come learn about how Chiropractic Health Care helps to manage these neurobehavioral disorders without medication and how it can positively benefit their quality of life and health. |
The Heart of the Matter: Reducing Your Risk of Heart Disease, JoAnne M. Foody, MD, Brigham and Women’s at Faulkner Hospital, Director, Cardiovascular Wellness ProgramSaturday, June 27 11:45am @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Hall B Booth 1103
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What a Pain in the Back! Managing Neck and Back Pain, Sanjeet Narang, MD, Brigham and Women's HospitalSaturday, June 27 12:30pm @ the Partners HealthCare Stage Hall B Booth 1103Brigham and Women's Hospital Pain Management Specialist, Sanjeet Narang, MD, will discuss the development of chronic pain, how it is defined, common causes of back pain, and management including medications, physical therapy, psychological therapy, and surgical therapy. |
Feed Your Brain: Mood Foods, William Carlezon, PhD, McLean HospitalSaturday, June 27 1:00pm @ the The Dish Healthy Cooking Stage Hall A Booth 100Mood food cooking demonstration with Frances on the Dish stage. Dr. William Carlezon's research shows that many everyday foods can help relieve the signs of depression. He will share easy to prepare cooking recipes that feature these super ingredients. |
Surgical Options for Prostate Cancer: Traditional and Controversial, Jim C. Hu, MD, MPH, Brigham and Women's HospitalSaturday, June 27 1:15pm @ the Partners HealthCare Stage Hall B Booth 1103Join Dr. Jim C. Hu, urologist and surgeon, as he discusses the controversies of the removal of the prostate gland with the surgical robot for prostate cancer. |
David Matzilevich, M.D., Ph.D.Saturday, June 27 1:30pm @ the NECBB Demonstration StageBefore you cut the cord! Discussion on umbilical cord blood banking, uses for cord blood stem cells, public vs. private, questions and answers will be held at the New England Cord Blood Bank Demonstration Stage. Also be sure to visit the New England Cord Blood Bank Booth #1229 in Hall B. |
Living without Leg Pain, Richard A. Baum, MD, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Director, Vein Care Center and Interventional RadiologySaturday, June 27 2:00pm @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Booth 1103Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT) is a new revolutionary and virtually painless non-surgical procedure that can help to eliminate varicose veins. Interventional radiologist Richard Baum, MD, will discuss this fast and relatively easy way to treat varicose veins. |
Feeling the Pinch – How to Relieve Shoulder Pain, Todd O’Brien, MD, North Shore Medical CenterSaturday, June 27 2:45pm @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Hall B Booth 1103Shoulder pain is extremely common with an array of causes. It is important to get an accurate diagnosis so you receive the right treatment. NSMC orthopedic surgeon, Todd O'Brien, M.D., explores some of the latest treatment options and techniques used inside the operating room. |
Exploring the Myths of Heart Disease and Women, Nandita Scott, MD, Massachusetts General HospitalSaturday, June 27 3:30pm @ the Parthers HealthCare Stage, Hall B Booth 1103Dr. Scott will discuss the topic of women and heart disease, and offer tips on how a woman can reduce her risk, while addressing hot topics such as CRP and hormone replacement therapy. |
The 5 Keys to a Fit Relationship, Dan Shapiro, PhD, McLean HospitalSaturday, June 27 4:15pm @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Hall B Booth 1103
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Pain-Why Does it Hurt So Much and What Can You Do About It? Paul Satwicz, M.D., Newton-Wellesley HospitalSunday, June 28 10:15am @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Hall B Booth 1103
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Breathing Easier with Asthma: A Chiropractic Perspective, Scott Darragh DC, MPH, Massachusetts Chiropractic SocietySunday, June 28 10:30am @ the NECBB Demonstration StageIf you suffer with Asthma, you know it can be quite difficult and frustrating. Come listen and learn how Chiropractic Health Care helps to manage this immune system condition without medication and how it can positively benefit their quality of life and health. |
Tedy Bruschi, Presented by Partners Continuing CareSunday, June 28 11:00am @ the Hall A Performance PlaceTedy Bruschi talks about overcoming a stroke to get back to the NFL. |
Exercise is Medicine, Edward Phillips, MD, Spaulding Outpatient Medical Director, Partners Continuing CareSunday, June 28 11:00am @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Hall B Booth 1103Dr. Eddie Phillips will present a fun and unique way that you can approach exercise in your family's life, and the long term benefits that science now has shown. |
Recognizing and Treating Depression in Chronic Illness, Steve Safren, PhD, Massachusetts General HospitalSunday, June 28 11:45am @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Hall B Booth 1103Dr. Safren will talk about the frequency of depression that co-occurs with chronic illness, and how it affects self-care behaviors such as adherence. |
Is Weight Loss Surgery Right for Me? Bernard Benedetto, MD, North Shore Medical CenterSunday, June 28 12:30pm @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Hall B Booth 1103Weight loss surgery is an effective approach to help people lose excess weight and regain health by limiting the stomach's capacity. Because you eat less, you'll experience gradual and continual weight loss. NSMC bariatric surgeon, Bernard Benedetto, M.D., explains the difference between gastric bypass and gastric banding, and which candidates are best for this non-invasive procedure. |
Effective Uses of Lasers and Cosmetics to Rejuvenate the Skin, Sandy Tsao, MD, Massachusetts General HospitalSunday, June 28 1:15pm @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Hall B Booth 1103Dr. Tsao will discuss the use of lasers and other cosmetic procedures for the skin to reduce sun damage and wrinkles. |
Novel Treatments for Joint and Tendon Pain in the Weekend Warrior, Ariana Vora, MD, David Wang, DO, Spaulding Wellesley and Newton-Wellesley HospitalSunday, June 28 2:00pm @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Hall B Booth 1103Dr. Ariana Vora and Dr. David Wang will present simple ways that attendees can care for their joints and backs sore from sports and yard work. Learn how to improve performance and recovery time. |
Living Life, Longer and Better, Doug McClure and Kathy Duckett, Partners Continuing CareSunday, June 28 2:45pm @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Hall B Booth 1103No matter what your age or condition there are many ways in which you can live better and longer. Getting older does not mean getting sicker. We'll explore some techniques and technology currently available which can help you to feel better, be healthier and take control of your destiny. |
Bone and Joint Injuries in Women, Elinor A. Mody, MD, Director, Women's Orthopedic and Joint Disease Center and Jennifer A. Baima, MD, Physiatrist, at Brigham and Women's HospitalSunday, June 28 3:30pm @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Hall B Booth 1103Elinor A. Mody, MD, rheumatologist, and Jennifer A. Baima, MD, physiatrist, will discuss evaluation, treatment, and prevention of common bone and joint injuries in women from the perspective of rheumatology and physiatry. |
Bring Out the Best in Everyone: The Art of Positive Psychology Coaching, Carol Kauffman, PhD, McLean HospitalSunday, June 28 4:15pm @ the Partners HealthCare Stage, Hall Booth 1103Negative aspects in your life are like Velcro, while positive aspects are like Teflon. Dr. Kauffman will show you how to "reverse the perspective," allowing you to be happier, more productive and achieve greater success. Dr. Kauffman is the founding director of the Institute of Coaching located at McLean Hospital and Harvard Medical School. |
Exhibits & Activities
The 7News Partners HealthCare Health Expo has FREE fun and educational activities for everyone to enjoy.
The two day event, taking place at the Hynes Convention Center June 27th & 28th, includes fun activities for kids, free health screening for adults, and healthy cooking tips.