Friday, March 15, 2013

Healthy aging is topic of wellness talk in Derby

DERBY - Area seniors and their caregivers are invited to a free discussion about how to stay healthy during the golden years and what their loved ones can do to help.
 
Lionel Lim, medical director of Griffin Hospital’s Geriatric Assessment Center, and John M. Aversa,  from Griffin Hospital’s Center for Bladder & Bowel Control, will discuss and answer questions about common medical disorders that develop with age, how to help prevent them and treatment options at "Healthy Aging" at 6:30 p.m. March 26.

The talk will be held in Griffin Hospital's Meditation and Learning Center, 130 Division St.

Lim is board certified in Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, General Preventive Medicine and Public Health, and Hospice and Palliative Medicine. 
The Geriatric Assessment Center at Griffin Hospital provides comprehensive medical assessment and diagnostic services for senior citizens who are experiencing age-related issues, including decline in mental or physical health, memory loss, and frequent falls.
Aversa is a board-certified surgeon specializing in colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel diseases, pelvic floor disorders, bowel incontinence and constipation. 
The Griffin Hospital Center for Bladder & Bowel Control provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for individuals experiencing urinary or bowel incontinence.

The presentation is part of Griffin Hospital's Healthy U “Tuesday Talks,” a series of free wellness talks featuring Griffin Hospital medical experts and community partners providing trusted health information and answers to questions on a wide range of topics.

All Tuesday Talks are held in Griffin Hospital’s Meditation and Learning Center at 130 Division St.

Light refreshments will be served. To reserve a spot or for more information, call 203-732-1511 or visit griffinhealth.org/programsevents.


This information is taken from a press release from Griffin Hospital.  

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