Upcoming Hospital Events: October, November, December 2013
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Every Friday FREE Blood Pressure Screenings Walk-ins Welcome!
Time: 10:00 am - 12 Noon
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Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas, Hospital Front Lobby
Mondays and Wednesdays Body Vibe Class
$5/class - First Class is FREE! Presented by: Anytime Fitness, Tarpon Springs Time: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Location and Address: Anytime Fitness 1254 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs
Get Your FREE Personal Training Session! (A $90 Value) Anytime Fitness invites you to spend some time with a Personal Trainer. Please call (727) 943-0400 to reserve your appointment today for your FREE session!
(across the street from Florida Hospital North Pinellas)
Anytime Fitness in collaboration with Florida Hospital North Pinellas is happy to offer you the “Body Vibe Class”. Highly recommended for clients suffering from Arthritis. Please wear comfortable clothing and sneakers. Exercise equipment will be provided. Keeping yourself moving never felt so good! Reservations are required. Please call (727) 943-0400 to reserve your space.
If you have to cancel a reservation, please call: (727) 943-3600.
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All Florida Hospital North Pinellas Healthy Happenings programs are open to the public and require a reservation. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space. Visit FHNorthPinellas.com for our full schedule of upcoming classes and events. We would love to see you!
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October 9, October 16, October 23, October 30, November 6, Healthy November 13, November 20, November 27, December 4
FREE - Private Consultations on Medicare Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas 245 East Curlew Place, Building E, Tarpon Springs Provided by: SHINE Volunteers who will assist you in navigating through your Medicare questions. Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc.; Florida Department of Elder Affairs. Please bring your insurance, Medicare cards and list of prescriptions. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
October Thursday, October 3 FREE - “Passport to Good Health” Senior Health Fair Time: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Location and Address: The Centre of Palm Harbor 1500 16th Street, Palm Harbor FREE health screenings, and health information will be available to you. Visit with area vendors. This event is open to the public and no reservation is required.
THURSday, OCTOBER 10 FREE – Stroke Survivor Support Group Time: 12 Noon – 1:30 pm; Bring your lunch! Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas 247 East Curlew Place, Suite D, Tarpon Springs (Behind hospital and past Pinellas Trail) Presenter: Gina Wilson and Special Guest Speakers Our goal is to better support people in our community who have suffered a stroke or any other type of brain attack or may have a family member who has been touched by a stroke. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 9433600 to reserve your space.
Available dates and times: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm $75 (Payable at time of class)
Saturdays
October 12 November 9 December 14
Join instructor, Cathy Brech RN – CCE, for a special, all-day class to help prepare you for the birth of your baby. The class is designed to offer a comprehensive look at all phases of labor and delivery, and covers topics such as: what to expect at the hospital, how to tell you if you are in labor, relaxation and breathing exercises, labor support techniques and Cesarean childbirth. A tour of the Women’s Center is also included at the end of every class. TO REGISTER FOR THE SuperPrep Childbirth PLEASE CALL (727) 943-3600.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19 FREE - Celebration of Life Time: 3:00 pm Location and Address: Under the Old Oak Tree (On the hospital campus) Florida Hospital North Pinellas 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs Presenter: Dr. Larry Black, Board Certified Chaplain Florida Hospital North Pinellas invites you to our sixth-annual Celebration of Life service. Please join us under the old oak tree as we celebrate and remember lives of loved ones, and support one another with hope and healing. Please RSVP to (727) 942-2228.
MONDAY, OCTOBER 21 FREE - “Healthy Cooking” by Morrison Health Care Food Services at Florida Hospital North Pinellas Time: 6:00 pm Location and Address: New Port Richey Seventh Day Adventist Church 6424 Trouble Creek Road, New Port Richey Presenters: Alan Thomas, CDM, CFPP Executive Chef, David Riposo Bobbi Sheffield, RD, LD Join Alan, Chef David and Bobbi of Florida Hospital North Pinellas’ Food and Nutrition Department as they demonstrate how to put a healthy spin on everyday cooking. Clinical Nutritionist, Bobbi Sheffield, will also teach you how to breakdown often misleading nutrition labels when buying groceries. Come prepared to enjoy a delicious vegetarian meal and take home some healthy recipes as well. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
Tuesday, OCTOBER 22 Supper Club, Games & Prizes! - $5 Time: Games & Prizes - 3:00 pm; Supper - 4:00 pm
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Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas AllSpice CafĂŠ, Hospital First Floor 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs Join us for good food, good company, games and prizes! Back by popular demand, Chef David will prepare his Homemade Chili over Rice with Cheese, complimented by Freshly Baked Mexican Cornbread, Chocolate Cake and Iced Tea. Prizes sponsored by Freedom Inn of Tarpon Springs. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24 FREE - Do YOU Suffer from COPD? Time: Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas Conference Rooms A & B / 2nd Floor 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs Presenter: Imran Khan, MD, Pulmonary Medicine COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) is a term used to describe a disease that interferes with normal breathing and gets worse slowly over time. Join Dr. Khan as he discusses symptoms and how to manage COPD with exercise, diet and medication. Complimentary lunch provided by Freedom Inn of Tarpon Springs. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29 Blood Drive Time: 9:30 am -12:30 pm Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas (Hospital’s main parking lot) 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs Help us better serve you! Make an appointment online at www.fbsdonor.org and use Acct. #0T001.
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6 FREE - New Outpatient Knee Procedures Time: Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas Conference Rooms A & B / 2nd Floor 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs Presenter: Vincent E. Kiesel, MD, Orthopedic Surgery Join Dr. Kiesel as he discusses treatment options from early measures to knee replacement. He will also cover a fascinating new minimally invasive approach - partial knee replacement as an outpatient procedure. Getting you on your feet and HOME the same day as surgery! Complimentary lunch provided by Freedom Inn of Tarpon Springs. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7 FREE - Stonehedge Health Fair Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Location: Stonehedge On The Hill - Clubhouse 39820 US 19 North, Tarpon Springs, FL Flu shots, health screenings and health information will be available to you. This event is open to the public and no reservation is required.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13 FREE - Introducing the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program Time: Registration and Glucose Screenings 9:00 am - 10:00 am; Lecture - 10:00 am Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas 247 East Curlew Place, Suite D, Tarpon Springs (Behind hospital and past Pinellas Trail) Presenter: Summer Dodge, Chronic Disease Program Specialist Join Summer as she explains the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program which is a part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Free glucose screenings will be available before the lecture. Complimentary light refreshments provided by Freedom Inn of Tarpon Springs. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14 FREE - Lakeside Oaks Care Center Health Fair Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Location and Address: Lakeside Oaks Care Center 1061 Virginia Street, Dunedin Visit with health care professionals and providers. Complimentary glucose screenings will be provided by Florida Hospital North Pinellas. Health educational materials, giveaways, snacks and door prizes will be available to you.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14 FREE – Stroke Survivor Support Group Time: 12 Noon – 1:30 pm; Bring your lunch! Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas 247 East Curlew Place, Suite D, Tarpon Springs (Behind hospital and past Pinellas Trail) Presenter: Gina Wilson and Special Guest Speakers Our goal is to better support people in our community who have suffered a stroke or any other type of brain attack or may have a family member who has been touched by a stroke. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15 FREE - I’m Tired of Not Sleeping! Time: Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon Location and Address: Allegro 1755 East Lake Road, Tarpon Springs Presenter: Brent Sowards, Director, Sonesta Sleep Center of Florida Hospital North Pinellas Join Brent Sowards as he explains sleep apnea, a leading cause of excessive daytime sleepiness. Do you have disruption in sleep three or more nights each week? If left untreated, sleep apnea can cause high blood pressure and other cardiovascular diseases, memory problems, weight gain, impotence and headaches. Learn about treatment options. Sonesta Sleep Center of Florida Hospital North Pinellas will provide educational materials and a screening tool for Sleep Apnea. Complimentary lunch provided by Allegro. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 9433600 to reserve your space.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16
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FREE - Diabetes Health Fair and ‘Toys for Tots’ Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
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Location and Address: Stratford Court of Palm Harbor 45 Katherine Boulevard, Palm Harbor, FL 34684 Visit with local healthcare facilities, enjoy healthy snacks and donate a toy or two for a needy family. Donations of bicycles are most welcome. FREE health screenings provided by Florida Hospital North Pinellas. Hosted by Stratford Court of Palm Harbor, Club Reduce Florida, Tarpon Total Health Care and Florida Hospital North Pinellas.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 FREE - Tax Preparation Assistance Time: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas Conference Rooms A & B / 2nd Floor 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs Presenter: Eddie Burch, VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Coordinator Pinellas Prosperity Partnership Representatives from the Pinellas Prosperity Partnership’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program will share information about a FREE income tax preparation program. The Earned Income Tax Credit, which is only claimed by approximately 80% of eligible tax papers, will be explained in detail. Volunteers will be available to answer your federal income tax law questions. Please take a moment to complete the survey at www.surveymonkey.com/s/WJZGBMB regarding FREE tax preparation on-site at Florida Hospital North Pinellas. Complimentary light refreshments provided by Freedom Inn of Tarpon Springs. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Supper Club, Games & Prizes! - $5 Time: Games & Prizes - 3:00 pm; Supper - 4:00 pm Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas AllSpice Café, Hospital First Floor 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs Join us for good food, good company, games and prizes! Chef David will prepare his Thanksgiving Dinner featuring Roasted Turkey and his special Homemade Dressing, Creamy Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Cranberry Sauce, Dinner Rolls, and Iced Tea. Save room for Chef’s special Applesauce Cake! Prizes sponsored by The Bayou Café. Reservations are required and space Is limited, Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
ights of ve December 5, 2013 | 6:30 p.m. Join the Florida Hospital North Pinellas Auxiliary for a special holiday light event honoring the memories of our loved ones and commemorating our veterans. FHNorthPinellas.com
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20 FREE – Foot & Ankle Screenings Time: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm; By appointment only.
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Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas Fifth Floor, 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs (Please use outside elevator to left of main entrance.) Instructor: Salvatore L. DeLellis, DPM, Podiatric Medicine Salvatore DeLellis, DPM, board-certified in Podiatric Medicine, will discuss your symptoms and screen you for the common adult foot and ankle disorders, as well as cover the treatments that can help to stop the pain. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
SaveThe Date “The Game of Life: Stay In It to Win It!” SECOND ANNUAL
Men’s Only Morning
Saturday, January 25 8:30 am – 1:00 pm
St. Ignatius Catholic Church, Tarpon Springs Registration and complimentary breakfast: 8:30 am Join special guest, Paul M. Arnold, MD, Board Certified Urologist for a lecture on Benign Prostatic Hyperlasia. FREE health screenings will be provided.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21 FREE - Is It My Thyroid? Time: Glucose Screenings - 10:00 am - 11:30 am; Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas Conference Rooms A & B / 2nd Floor 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs Presenter: Jerry Drucker, MD, FACS, Endocrinology Dr. Drucker will explain the signs and symptoms commonly associated with thyroid disease and its treatments. Free glucose screenings will be available before lunch. Complimentary lunch provided by Freedom Inn of Tarpon Springs. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22 AARP Driver Safety Program $12 AARP Members, $14 Non-Members Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas 247 East Curlew Place, Suite D, Tarpon Springs (Behind Hospital and past Pinellas Trail) Presenter: Brooks Fountain, AARP Certified Driver Safety Instructor Join Brooks Fountain, AARP Certified Driving Safety Instructor, for a special course that helps mature drivers refine existing skills and develop safe driving strategies for today’s challenging driving environment. Attendees should bring their driver’s license, AARP card (if available) and a check or money order - NO CASH PLEASE. Complimentary lunch provided by the Garden Grille of Florida Hospital North Pinellas. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25 FREE – RETIRED? Maximize YOUR Life!
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Time: Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas Conference Rooms A & B / 2nd Floor 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs Presenter: Vakesh Rajani, MD, Internal Medicine So what is the secret to feeling happier, healthier and living longer in Retirement? With a few easy measures you can achieve this. Join Dr. Rajani as he discusses some simple but effective commitments you can make in your lifestyle. Complimentary lunch provided by Freedom Inn of Tarpon Springs. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3 FREE - DIABETES: Taking a Proactive Approach Time: Glucose Screenings - 10:00 am - 11:30 am; Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas Conference Rooms A & B / 2nd Floor 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs Presenter: Jerry Drucker, MD, FACS, Endocrinology Visit with Dr. Drucker as he explains symptoms, testing, diagnosis and how to live with diabetes. Free glucose screenings will be available before lunch. Complimentary lunch provided by Utopia Home Care. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4 FREE - HELP! I have Gastric Reflux! Time: Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon
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Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas Conference Rooms A & B / 2nd Floor 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs Presenter: Rajesh P. Kotak, MD, Board Certified, General Surgery Gastric reflux is generally experienced as a burning sensation around the stomach, in the center of the chest or radiating up behind the breastbone. Terms such as indigestion, dyspepsia, heartburn or sour stomach are often used to describe the symptoms. Dr. Kotak will discuss the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of gastric reflux. Complimentary lunch provided by Freedom Inn of Tarpon Springs. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11 FREE - Put A Little Balance In Your Life! Time: Registration and Balance Screenings - 11:00 am - 12 Noon; Lunch - 12 Noon; Lecture - 12:30 pm Location and Address: Greater Palm Harbor Branch YMCA 1600 16th Street (North of Nebraska Avenue), Palm Harbor Presenters: Ryan Grella, PT, DPT, OCS, Director of Rehabilitation Physical Therapist Amy Brenner, PT, DPT Physical Therapist Jessie George, MS, CCC-SLP, Speech-Language Pathologist Florida Hospital North Pinellas Please join the Florida Hospital North Pinellas Rehabilitation Department to learn more about how you can benefit from physical therapy, balance exercises, speech therapy and pulmonary rehabilitation.Complimentary lunch provided by Stratford Court of Palm Harbor. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space. Florida Hospital North Pinellas is the area’s only Accredited Chest Pain Center and Primary Stroke Center.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12TH FREE – Stroke Survivor Support Group Time: 12 Noon – 1:30 pm; Bring your lunch! Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas 247 East Curlew Place, Suite D, Tarpon Springs (Behind hospital and past Pinellas Trail) Presenter: Gina Wilson and Special Guest Speakers Our goal is to better support people in our community who have suffered a stroke or any other type of brain attack or may have a family member who has been touched by a stroke. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13 AARP Driver Safety Program $12 AARP Members, $14 Non-Members Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas 247 East Curlew Place, Suite D, Tarpon Springs (Behind hospital and past Pinellas Trail) Presenter: Brooks Fountain AARP Certified Driver Safety Instructor Join Brooks Fountain, AARP Certified Driving Safety Instructor, for a special course that helps mature drivers refine existing skills and develop safe driving strategies for today’s challenging driving environment. Attendees should bring their driver’s license, AARP card (if available) and a check or money order - NO CASH PLEASE. Complimentary lunch provided by the Garden Grille of Florida Hospital North Pinellas. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
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NOVEMBER 9, 2013 INNISBROOK RESORT Doors open at 5:45 PM
All proceeds benefit Operation Sunshine. Please contact Terry Smither at (727) 943-3651 to purchase your tickets.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17 Supper Club, Games & Prizes! - $5 Time: Games & Prizes - 3:00 pm; Supper - 4:00 pm Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas AllSpice Café, Hospital First Floor 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs Join us for good food, good company, games and prizes! Our Holiday Meal will include Oven Roasted Beef, Redskin Potatoes and a side of Green Beans, Homemade Dinner Rolls, and Iced Tea. Chef David will top off the meal with his own “Special Recipe” of Red Velvet Cake! Bring your cameras to capture those holiday memories! A “special” guest will be there! Prizes sponsored by Allegro. Reservations are required and space Is limited, Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.
Florida Hospital is excited to announce that we are the exclusive hospital for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers! As a partner with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers we are committed to keeping you and your crew in shipshape.
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TUESDAYS, JANUARY 7 FEBRUARY 25
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FREE – Workshop – 8 Ways to Improve Your Health & Happiness Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am Presenter: Dr. Larry Black, Board Certified Chaplain
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Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas Board Room, Hospital First Floor 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs This eight-part series will help you learn to live by the CREATION Health principles – a lifestyle that can add an average of ten healthy years to your life. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 for this 8 week series.
Volunteers Are Shining Stars
Change a Life, Volunteer! To find out more information about volunteering, please contact Carole in the Volunteer Services Office at (727) 942-5072.
Florida Hospital North Pinellas is a full-service, 168-bed regional medical facility located in beautiful Tarpon Springs, Florida. Our multidisciplinary team provides the highest quality of care in an environment dedicated to Christian compassion and whole-person healing for the residents of northern Pinellas and western Pasco counties. Our comprehensive list of services includes a No-Wait Emergency Department and Accredited Chest Pain Center, Comprehensive Breast Care Center, Women’s Center and renowned surgical care. As a community health partner, we also offer extensive educational and health screening opportunities to the communities we serve. Visit FHNorthPinellas.com to learn more.
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All tours will meet in the hospital’s front lobby.
Every second Monday of the month – 10:00 am Every fourth Wednesday of the month – 1:00 pm Private and group tours, please call (727) 943-3600 for an appointment.
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