You are invited to join us for these programs designed to provide insight and information about topics relevant to our community.

Details and registration available at wkhs.com, ‘Classes & Events,’ or by calling (318) 212-8225.

Community Education

WK WOW! Dance Fest 2015

Thursday, Feb. 26, 5:30 p.m.

WK Pierremont Health Center 8001 Youree Drive, 2nd Floor Conference Room Did you know dancing burns as many calories as swimming, walking or bike riding? Bring your family and friends to Dance Fest to participate in health screenings, listen to music and learn fun and simple ways to dance to better health. Free for WK WOW! members. $5 for nonmembers.

It’s All Heart

Thursday, Feb. 26, 11:30 a.m.

Willis-Knighton Heart & Vascular Institute Auditorium 2727 Hearne Ave. Join us for a heart healthy lunch and an informative presentation from three cardiovascular experts. Physicians will address coronary artery disease, cardiac rehab and prevention and women’s heart disease. Speakers for this event: • David Hamm, MD, Red River Cardiovascular Surgeons • Paul C. Davis, MD, Ark-La-Tex Cardiology • Ronald Alsup, MD, cardiac rehab specialist $5. Registration requested.

WK WOW! Beauty in Bloom A Health & Beauty Symposium

Thursday, March 5, 6 - 7:30 p.m.

WK Pierremont Health Center Auditorium Get inspired with experts tips on beauty and wellness and look your best this spring. Your hosts from Ark-La- Tex Dermatology and Dermatology Specialists at North are: • Josephine Futrell, MD, PhD, Ark-La-Tex Dermatology • Sarah Glorioso, MD, Ark-La-Tex Dermatology • Sarah Baker, MD, Dermatology Specialists at North Joining them are: • Julie Hartley, RD, registered dietitian, Willis- Knighton Diabetes & Nutrition Center • Elka Anderson, WK fitness expert and trainer Enter a drawing to win Obagi and Skinceuticals skin care products, a personal nutrition counseling session or one of three Botox sessions. Free for WK WOW! members. $5 for nonmembers WK WOW! membership information and registration is available at wkwow.healthcare.

Super Smart Sitters

Saturday, March 21, 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Willis-Knighton Innovation Center, 2105 Airline Drive An informative seminar for boys and girls 11 years and older who want to learn the basics of babysitting. The course includes CPR instruction, first aid and babysitting dos and don’ts. Fire and personal safety will be covered by the Shreveport Fire Department and Caddo Parish Sheriff’s Office. $40. Registration required.

SMOKING CESSATION

Hang Tough, Don’t Puff

Tuesday, March 10, 5 p.m. WK Health & Fitness Center, 2474 Greenwood Road Helps smokers address use and dependence on tobacco. Other dates and locations may be available. Call for details. Shaking the Sodium from Your Diet and Thriving with Cardiopulmonary Disease Offers advice and support from cardiac rehab nurses and dietitians to address heart failure and chronic cardiopulmonary disease. Tuesday, March 3, 2 p.m. WK Health & Fitness Center, 2474 Greenwood Road

Thursday, March 12, 10 a.m.

WK Bossier Health Center, Conference Room B, 2400 Hospital Drive

Wednesday, March 18, 1 p.m.

WK Pierremont Health Center, 8001 Youree Drive, Room 203

Growing Up for Girls

Susmitha Anumukonda, MD

Thursday, March 12, 6 p.m.

Willis-Knighton South & the Center for Women’s Health Conference Room B 2510 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Take a step to educate and prepare pre-teen girls for the sensitive changes of adolescence. $5. Registration required.

JOINT REPLACEMENT CAMP

Designed for those who are considering or who have scheduled total hip or total knee replacement surgery. The Willis- Knighton Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Institute offers participants insight into the joint replacement process, from preadmission planning to surgery, follow-up and rehabilitation.

Tuesday, March 3, 9 a.m.

WK Bossier Health Center, Conference Room B

Tuesday, March 17, 9 a.m.

WK Pierremont Health Center, Conference Room 203

Support Groups at Willis-Knighton

Support groups at Willis-Knighton are provided at no cost to the participants. Reservations are required.

CANCER

Willis-Knighton Cancer Center, 2600 Kings Highway Lunch provided for all noon meetings.

General Cancer Support Group

Conducted by Eileen Czerwinski, MA

Tuesdays, Noon 4th

Floor Conference Room This workshop is designed to help patients and their families find new ways to cope with cancer. Patients can discuss their concerns with healthcare providers.

Look Good, Feel Better

Monday, March 2, 11:30 a.m.

4th Floor Conference Room Helps female cancer patients deal with appearance, including hair loss. Two-hour workshop presented by the American Cancer Society and local cosmetologists.

Coping With…Cancer: Palliative Care

Wednesday, March 4, Noon

2nd Floor Conference Room Helps patients and families with symptom control through medications, nutrition tips and lifestyle adaptations.

Woman to Woman: Reoccurrences-What to Look For

Wednesday, March 18, Noon

2nd Floor Conference Room An educational program for female cancer patients. Patients can discuss their concerns with healthcare providers.

BEREAVEMENT

Offers information and support for people experiencing the loss of a loved one.

Adults: Thursdays, 5:30 p.m.

Willis-Knighton Hospice of Louisiana 616 East Flournoy Lucas Road, Shreveport

Children & Adolescents: Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. Call for appointment.

HEART DISEASE & STROKE

Heart to Heart

– Women’s Cardiovascular Support Group

Offers information to women with heart disease.

Thursday, March 5, Noon

WK Health & Fitness Center, 2474 Greenwood Road

Thursday, March 12, 11 a.m.

WK Bossier Wellness Center, Cardiac Rehab Education Room, 2450 Hospital Drive

Tuesday, March 17, Noon

WK Pierremont Health Center 8001 Youree Drive, Room 203

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

Tuesday, March 3, 6:15 p.m.

Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road

STROKE

Tuesday, March 10, 2 p.m.

Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road

PARKINSON’S

Friday, March 13, 1 p.m.

Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road

FIBROMYALGIA

Tuesday, March 17, Noon

Kerlin Memorial Conference Center in WK Eye Institute, 2611 Greenwood Road

LYMPHEDEMA

Monday, March 23, Noon

WK Cancer & Lymphedema Therapy Clinic 2403 Greenwood Road

LECTURES AND SEMINARS

Book Review: The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie

Guest Speaker: Elizabeth Hadwin, business development and community manager at Barnes & Noble

Thursday, March 5, 3:30 p.m.

Chapel at The Oaks First-time novelist Alan Bradley’s “The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie” is the story of aspiring chemist and amateur sleuth Flavia de Luce, 11, who tries to clear her father in a murder investigation. It is a wonderfully written and engaging novel that makes the precocious and endearing Flavia de Luce a welcome addition to the mystery genre. Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.

Spiritual Pathways: What is Society of Friends?

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

Wednesday, March 18, 4 p.m.

Chapel at The Oaks David Otto brings his unique understanding of world religions as he offers insight into Quakers and the Society of Friends. FREE. Registration required.

Well Worth It Series The Power of Choice in Mental Wellness

Guest Speaker: Karen Kersten, therapist with The Center for Families

Friday, March 27, 3 p.m.

Ballroom, Tower At The Oaks Health is more than the absence of disease. It is a state of optimal well-being, integrating physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health. Karen Kersten will discuss how a positive attitude and a meaningful balanced lifestyle keep you mentally and physically well. Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Healthwise Travel with Ease: Tips to Safely Maneuver In and Out of a Vehicle

Guest Speaker: Kathy Kramer, physical therapist with WK Home Health

Tuesday, March 10, 10:30 a.m.

Alta and John Franks Community Centre Kathy Kramer will discuss the importance of senior adults using their balance and taking their time getting into and out of a vehicle safely rather than making movements their bodies no longer can handle or do. She will share exercise tips seniors can do at home to improve or help maintain their balance thus preventing falls and injuries. Cost: $5, nonresidents. Registration is required.

SPIRITUAL

The Great Stories of the Bible: The New Testament

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

Wednesdays, 10 a.m.

2nd Floor Activity Room, Tower at The Oaks The Rev. Larry Williams’ new Bible study will help participants understand the historical context in which the New Testament was written and show them how to apply the Bible’s principles to the present day. FREE. Registration is required.