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Community Education At Our Hospitals

Joint Replacement Camps Conducted by Willis-Knighton Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Institute For patients who are scheduled for total hip or total knee surgery or who are considering surgery in the near future. Participants will learn about the entire joint replacement process from pre-admission planning, surgery and follow up outpatient therapy. FREE. Reservations requested. Tuesday, Feb. 4, 9 a.m. WK Bossier Health Center Conference Room B (For nearest access, use the main entrance near the Emergency Room) Tuesday, Feb. 18, 9 a.m. WK Pierremont Health Center Conference Room 203 (For nearest access, use the Fitness Center entrance and elevators)

Hang Tough, Don’t Puff Friday, Feb. 7, 10 a.m. Facilitated by Jarrod Mitchell, MS, RCEP Cardiac Rehabilitation Coordinator Willis-Knighton Medical Center WK Health & Fitness Center, 2474 Greenwood Road A tobacco cessation program designed to help you stop tobacco use and dependence. FREE—Reservations required Shaking the Sodium from Your Diet and Thriving with Cardiopulmonary Disease A seminar that addresses the needs of people with heart failure, or signs and symptoms of chronic cardiopulmonary disease. FREE. Reservations requested. Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m. Facilitated by Dot Quigley, RN, cardiac rehabilitation nurse, and Stephanie Bryson, MS, RD, LDN, dietitian Willis-Knighton Medical Center WK Health & Fitness Center, 2474 Greenwood Road Thursday, Feb. 13, 10 a.m. Facilitated by Anita Vondra, RN, BSN, cardiac rehabilitation nurse, and Micah Pullig, dietitian WK Bossier Health Center Auditorium 2400 Hospital Drive Wednesday, Feb. 19, 1 p.m. Facilitated by Maggie McMillian, RN, cardiac rehabilitation nurse, and Julie Hartley, RD, LDN, dietitian WK Pierremont Health Center 8001 Youree Drive, Room 203

Support Groups

Bereavement Support Group Adults: Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. Children & Adolescents: 5:30 p.m. by appointment only. Call for appointment. Willis-Knighton Medical Center Hospice Family Room, Suite 3, 3300 Albert L. Bicknell Drive

Support Groups conducted by Willis-Knighton Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Institute Unless otherwise noted, they meet on the Willis-Knighton Medical Center campus at the Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road FREE. Reservations requested.

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group Tuesday, Feb. 4, 6:15 p.m. For people with multiple sclerosis, family members and caregivers. Topic: “Pseudobulbar Affect in Multiple Sclerosis Patients” Guest Speaker: David Newman, Avanir Pharmaceuticals Stroke Support Group Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2 p.m. For people who have experienced a stroke, family members and caregivers.

Parkinson’s Support Group Friday, Feb. 14, 1 p.m. For people with Parkinson’s, family members and caregivers.

Fibromyalgia Support Group Tuesday, Feb. 18, Noon For people with fibromyalgia, family members and caregivers. Video Presentation: “Tell Me Where It Hurts,” Patrick Wood, MD

Post Polio Support Group Monday, Feb. 24, 11 a.m. For people who have had polio, family members and friends.

Lymphedema Support Group Monday, Feb. 24, Noon Willis-Knighton Medical Center WK Cancer & Lymphedema Therapy Clinic, 2403 Greenwood Road For people with lymphedema, family members and caregivers.

No. 1 Killer of Women

Part of the My Heart My Life program

in partnership with the American Heart Association.

Tuesday, Feb. 11, Noon Presented by Robert T. Lafargue, MD WK Pierremont Auditorium 8001 Youree Drive Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in women and is more deadly than all forms of cancer. Heart disease causes 1 in 3 deaths each year – approximately one woman every minute! Join Robert T. Lafargue, MD for a heart healthy lunch and learn misconceptions about heart disease in women in addition to risk factors, causes and prevention of cardiovascular diseases. Willis-Knighton Health System has partnered with The American Heart Association for the My Heart My Life program to promote wellness, prevention and education around heart disease and other heartrelated illnesses.

COST: $7, includes heart healthy lunch. Reservations required, space limited.

Cancer Education & Support,

Willis-Knighton Cancer Center, 2600 Kings Highway

ALL CANCER SEMINARS ARE FREE, lunch provided. Reservations required, space limited.

Look Good, Feel Better Conducted by the American Cancer Society and Cosmetologists Monday, Feb. 3, 11:30 a.m. 4th Floor Conference Room A two-hour hands-on workshop includes a 12- step skin care/make-up application lesson, demonstration of options for dealing with hair loss and nail care techniques. Participants receive complimentary cosmetic kits and instruction booklets.

General Cancer Support Group Conducted by Eileen Czerwinski, MA, LPC Tuesdays, Noon 4th Floor Conference Room A cancer diagnosis is very traumatic for patients, families and friends. This group is designed to help patients and their loved ones discuss the emotional challenges and other concerns often faced by patients with cancer.

Men to Men: Prostate Educational Group Wednesday, Feb. 19, Noon Presented by Lane Rosen, MD 2nd Floor Conference Room This educational workshop gives cancer patients and their loved ones information on prostate related issues that will be of value before, during and after cancer treatment. Patients and caregivers will also have the opportunity to discuss their concerns with knowledgeable healthcare professionals.

Coping With Constipation and Diarrhea Wednesday, Feb. 12, Noon Presented by Joann Warrick, MD 2nd Floor Conference Room This workshop is designed to assist patients and families find resources on symptom control through medications, nutritious eating tips and lifestyle changes that will be of value during and after treatment. Each month we will focus on a new symptom.

Classes For Moms-to-Be:

A comprehensive prenatal class schedule and information booklet is available at offices of all OB/GYN physicians who deliver at Willis-Knighton hospitals.

The Oaks welcomes the public to all seminars and events. Registration is required.

LECTURES AND SEMINARS

The Late Medieval Crisis – The Hundred Years War

University at The Oaks

Cost: $25.

Registration is required.

Guest Speakers: Gary Joiner, PhD, and Cheryl White, PhD, LSUS history professors

Mondays, Feb. 3, 10, 17 & 24, 5 p.m.

Alta and John Franks Community Centre

The Hundred Years War was a series of wars between England and France, the background of which went as far back as to the reign of William the Conqueror. When William the Conqueror became king in 1066 after his victory at the Battle of Hastings, he united England with Normandy in France and ruled both as his own. LSU history professors Joiner and White will offer you a glimpse into this dynastic conflict in a series filled with historical insight and intrigue.

Feb. 3: “Introduction to History’s Most Chaotic Century” with Cheryl White

Feb. 10: “England Conquers” with Gary Joiner

Feb. 17: “France in Turmoil” with Gary Joiner

Feb. 24: “The Final Chapter: Joan of Arc” with Cheryl White

ENTERTAINMENT

Beautiful Music Together: Michael Butterman and Jennifer Carsillo Guest Performers: Michael Butterman and Jennifer Carsillo Tuesday, Feb. 18, 5 p.m. Ballroom, Tower at The Oaks Shreveport Symphony Maestro and acclaimed musician Michael Butterman will perform a variety of classical pieces on the piano in an hourlong concert in the Tower Ballroom. He will be accompanied by his wife, Jennifer Carsillo, on the violin. Carsillo has performed as a soloist for numerous orchestras around the country and performances with her husband are crowd favorites.

The couple will perform favorites by Mendelssohn, Massenet, Kreisler and others. Free. Registration is required.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Be Calm and Carry On Comfortably: A Woman’s Guide to Purses and Other Loads

Guest Speaker: Dr. Richard Harrell, of Bossier Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

Wednesday, Feb. 26, 5 p.m. Ballroom, Tower at The Oaks What’s in your purse? How do you carry groceries into the house? Should your briefcase look just like a man’s? And what about carrying that toddler around? Dr. Richard Harrell, of Bossier Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine and Willis-Knighton Physicians Network, will offer insight into the weight women put on their shoulders and necks as they carry around purses and other heavy loads. You’ll also see a selection of purses from Knox Goodman’s Boutique that are best for shoulder, neck and arm health or just your personal style. Free. Registration is required.

Healthwise

Keep Pace with Heart Health

Guest Speaker: Dr. Scott Wiggins, MD, FACC, FACP

Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2 p.m.

Alta and John Franks Community Center

Dr. Scott Wiggins, of Ark-La-Tex Cardiology, will present a program on pacemakers and how they have revolutionized the care of patients. Pacemakers, or surgically implanted cardiac devices, play a vital role in the treatment of heart disease. In the past 50 years since the first pacemaker was implanted, innovations in technology have improved dramatically, and these devices have saved or improved the quality of lives (in the millions and counting). Free. Registration is required.

SPIRITUAL

The Beauty of the Psalms

Discussion Leader: The Rev. Larry Williams, Broadmoor Baptist Church

Wednesdays, 10 a.m.

Tower at The Oaks 2nd floor Activity Room

Study focuses on the longest book of the Bible, which contains 150 individual psalms written by many different people. FREE. Registration is required.

One in a Million: Journey to Your Promised Land

Discussion Leader: The Rev. Andrew Comeaux, director of Spiritual Life Services, The Oaks of Louisiana

Thursdays, 2:30 p.m.

Alta and John Franks Community Centre

In this 7-week video study, Priscilla Shirer “discusses how God uses the wilderness to draw us into an intimate relationship with Him. The same God who led the Israelites out of Egypt paid a great price for us through His Son, Jesus Christ.” FREE. Registration is required.

Spiritual Pathways: What are Seventh-Day Adventists?

Guest Speaker: David Otto, PhD, director of the Religious Studies Department at Centenary College

Wednesday, Feb. 19, 4 p.m.

Chapel at The Oaks

David Otto brings his unique understanding of world religions as he offers insight into Seventh-Day Adventists. FREE. Registration required.

SPIRITUAL SERVICES

Chapel at The Oaks

The multifaith spiritual activities at The Oaks of Louisiana and the Chapel at The Oaks are open to all who wish to be a part of a meaningful experience. The Rev. Andrew Comeaux, director of Spiritual Life Services, and Mickie Cowan, chaplain, work with volunteer clergy and lay leaders from throughout the community to create a variety of worship opportunities at the Chapel at The Oaks. Details about these services can be found under Classes and Events at wkhs.com. No reservations are required.

Catholic Mass

Mondays, 9:30 a.m.

Feb. 3: The Rev. Phil Michiels, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church

Feb. 10: The Rev. Joseph Nasser, Society of Jesus

Feb. 17: The Rev. Phil Michiels, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church

Feb. 24: The Rev. Joseph Nasser, Society of Jesus

Communion Services

Sunday, Feb. 2, 10:30 a.m.: The Rev. Andrew Comeaux, director of Spiritual Life Services

Monday, Feb. 3, 3 p.m.: Canon Rowena White, St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral

Monday, Feb. 10, 3:30 p.m.: Multifaith Communion, the Rev. Larry Williams, Broadmoor Baptist

Monday, Feb. 7, 3:30 p.m.: The Rev. Paul Martin, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

Sunday School

9:15 a.m.

Discussion Leader: Andy Amison, Ellerbe Road Baptist Church

Location: Creative Corner

Discussion leader: Paul Merkle, Broadmoor Methodist Church

Location: Savannah Arbor Room

Sunday Services

10:30 a.m.

Feb. 2, 9 & 16: The Rev. Andrew Comeaux, director of Spiritual Life Services Feb. 23: The Rev. Dick Day, retired minister of music

Vespers

Thursdays, 6 p.m. Alta and John Franks Community Centre

Feb. 6: the Rev. Shane Reed, Brookwood Baptist Church

Feb. 13: Rev. Rhodes Stipp, First Presbyterian Church

Feb. 20: Gale Bridger, PhD

Feb. 27: Austin Tucker, PhD, Liberty Union University

Prayer & Healing Service

Fridays, 10:45 a.m. Rev. Andrew Comeaux, director of Spiritual Life Services Chapel