NOTE: The phone number for BestHealth has changed. To register or for more information, call BestHealth at 336-713-BEST (713-2378), or visit www.besthealth.com.
Tuesday, Sept. 1
Green Calcium Fare
1 p.m. Chef Alex Swain prepares healthy greens, which provide your bones with a non-dairy source of calcium. Recipes and samples provided.
Wednesday, Sept. 2
Power-up Your Golf Game
11 a.m. Learn from Wake Forest Baptist physical therapists how to get fit for the golf course and how to prevent common injuries.
Wednesday, Sept. 2
Hip Arthroscopy
2 p.m. Hip arthroscopy is a minimally-invasive procedure designed for active patients with hip pain. Wake Forest Baptist orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Allston Stubbs presents the latest treatment options in hip preservation surgery.
Wednesday, Sept. 2
Hip Resurfacing vs. Standard Hip Replacement: Which is Right for You?
6 p.m. Wake Forest Baptist orthopaedic surgeon Dr. William Ward describes modern medical treatments for damaged hips, including hip resurfacing which allows for preservation of more bone mass.
Thursday, Sept. 3
Plantar Fasciitis
4 p.m. Wake Forest Baptist physical therapist Per Kristian Moerk discusses the diagnosis and treatment of plantar fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain.
Thursday, Sept. 3
Athletic Footwear Screening
5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Physical therapists from Wake Forest Baptist Sports Medicine will evaluate your foot type and make recommendations for the appropriate walking or running shoe. Appointment required.
Friday, Sept. 4
Current Treatments for Spinal Stenosis
11 a.m. Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal, most often seen in patients over the age of 50. Wake Forest Baptist orthopaedic surgeon Dr. John Birkedal discusses causes, symptoms, diagnosis and the latest treatments for this condition.
Wednesday, Sept. 9
Nutrition and Bone Health
1 p.m. Join Amy Fanjoy, registered dietitian, to learn ways to keep your bones healthy and strong through good nutrition.
Wednesday, Sept. 9
Balance Screening
6 to 8 p.m. Have your balance checked in this free screening by Wake Forest Baptist physical therapists and get tips for making improvements.
Friday, Sept. 11
Upper Arm Extremity Problems
1 p.m. Join Wake Forest Baptist orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Ethan Wiesler to learn about some of the most common injuries and conditions that affect the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand.
Monday, Sept. 14
Osteoarthritis of the Knee
11 a.m. Osteoarthritis of the knee is a leading cause of disability. Wake Forest Baptist orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Jason Lang discusses causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for this condition.
Monday, Sept. 14
New Trends in Hip Surgery
12:30 p.m. Wake Forest Baptist orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Jason Lang presents new technology and the latest treatments for a variety of hip problems and injuries.
Wednesday, Sept. 16
Bone Density Screening
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Do you have a family history of osteoporosis? If so, join staff from the Wake Forest Baptist Outpatient Imaging Center for a free bone density heel scan to help you assess bone strength and further evaluate your risk for osteoporosis. Appointment required.
Wednesday, Sept. 16
It’s a Thumb Thing
3 p.m. Wake Forest Baptist occupational therapist Andrea Couts discusses common thumb injuries such as tendonitis, arthritis and “BlackBerry thumb.”
Thursday, Sept. 17
The Rotator Cuff: From tear to repair
11 a.m. Wake Forest Baptist orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Christopher Tuohy discusses the latest treatments and medical advances in the care of shoulder problems due to trauma and atrophy.
Saturday, Sept. 19
Healthy Food Scavenger Hunt
11 a.m. In this BestHealth Kids class, registered dietitian Amy Fanjoy invites kids ages 8 to 10 and their parents to join her in a fun-filled fruit and vegetable scavenger hunt. Bring your thinking caps and your taste buds for an exciting and tasty time.
Monday, Sept. 21
Bunions & Hammertoes
11 a.m. Bunions and hammertoes are two of the most common foot problems and often occur together. Wake Forest Baptist orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Aaron Scott discusses the signs and symptoms, what to expect during an examination, and an overview of surgical and nonsurgical treatments.
Thursday, Sept. 24
Acupuncture in the Treatment of Neck and Back Pain
11 a.m. Boyd Bailey, licensed acupuncturist and acupuncture consultant for Wake Forest Baptist's Program for Complementary and Integrative Medicine, presents a brief overview of acupuncture therapy and its role in treating and managing neck and back pain.
Thursday, Sept. 24
Be a Smart Shopper: Tips from a coupon queen
6 p.m. Would you like to save money at the grocery store and become more consumer conscious? Michelle Mills from The MILLS Foundation shares strategies on maximizing the best deals. Bring sample coupons and a grocery list of items you buy regularly at the grocery.
Saturday, Sept. 26
Youth Fit
11 a.m. In this BestHealth Kids class, children age’s five to ten and their parents are invited to join Lauren Herring, certified personal trainer and group exercise instructor, as she leads a 30-minute program designed to get kids excited about fitness. Held at Belk Court in Hanes Mall.
Monday, Sept. 28
Overuse Injuries: Kids & sports
6 p.m. Overuse injuries in children are on the rise, especially in kids who specialize in one sport and train year-round. Wake Forest Baptist orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Eben Carroll shares common types of overuse injuries and warning signs parents and coaches should look for.
Tuesday, Sept. 29
Pains to Sprains: Common running injuries
6 p.m. Running injuries are a common occurrence. Wake Forest Baptist orthopaedic surgeon Dr. David Martin discusses what you can do to prevent and treat them.
Wednesday, Sept. 30
Partial Knee Replacement
11 a.m. Wake Forest Baptist orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Riyaz Jinnah presents new technology for partial knee replacement, including MAKOplasty®.
Wednesday, Sept. 30
Physical Therapy after Orthopaedic Surgery
1 p.m. If you’re considering any type of orthopaedic surgery, such as knee or hip replacement, join Wake Forest Baptist physical therapists to learn what to expect during your post-surgery physical therapy.
Wednesday, Sept. 30
My Aching Back!
6 p.m. Dr. Michael Guo, director of neurorehabilitation at Wake Forest Baptist, explains the causes, diagnosis and non-surgical treatments for lower back pain.
All seminars and screenings are held at BestHealth in Hanes Mall unless otherwise noted and require preregistration unless otherwise indicated. To register for any of these seminars, please call BestHealth® at 713-BEST (2378) or visit the website at www.besthealth.com.
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Media Contact Only: Lisa Long (336) 716-4588, lclong@wfubmc.edu; Bonnie Davis (336) 716-4977, bdavis@wfubmc.edu
Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center (www.wfubmc.edu) is an academic health system comprised of North Carolina Baptist Hospital, Brenner Children’s Hospital, Wake Forest University Physicians, and Wake Forest University Health Sciences, which operates the university’s School of Medicine and Piedmont Triad Research Park. The system comprises 1,056 acute care, rehabilitation and long-term care beds and has been ranked as one of “America’s Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report since 1993. Wake Forest Baptist is ranked 32nd in the nation by America’s Top Doctors for the number of its doctors considered best by their peers. The institution ranks in the top third in funding by the National Institutes of Health and fourth in the Southeast in revenues from its licensed intellectual property.