Your Health Talk speaker series is community outreach service provided by the Villa Leonardo Gambin Charity and York Central Hospital.
2012
Topic: Diabetes & Nutrition
Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at 7:00pm
Speaker: Julie Sartori, Registered Dietitian, Diabetes Education Program
Location: Villa Leonardo Gambin Residence, Multi-Purpose Room
Topic: To Be Determined
Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at 7:00pm
Location: Villa Leonardo Gambin Residence, Multi-Purpose Room
Topic: To Be Determined
Wednesday, November 28, 2012 at 7:00pm
Location: Villa Leonardo Gambin Residence, Multi-Purpose Room
Topic: Cardiology
Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 7:00pm
Speaker:
Dr. Grace Chua, Head, Division of Cardiology
Dr. Chua presented a general overview of cardiology, the medical specialty dealing with disorders of the human heart, to an attentive audience that braved one of the worst winter evenings of 2012. Dr. Chua discussed various anatomical features of the heart (e.g., atria, ventricles, heart valves) and diagnosis and treatment of heart related diseases (e.g., coronary artery disease, heart failure, etc.). Throughout the ninety minute presentation, Dr. Chua answered a variety of questions from the audience which dispelled certain misconceptions as well as reassuring some concerned participants on the need for particular tests and procedures.
2011
Topic: Acute Stroke, Mini Stroke, What does it all mean?
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Speakers:
Dr. Indy Ghosh, Chief Department of Emergency Medicine
Dr. Katharina Plenk, Medical Director Stroke Prevention
The inaugural Your Health Talk was attended by a cross-section of ages, ranging from mid-teens to mid-eighties. Following the presentation attendees had the opportunity to ask Dr. Ghosh, and Dr. Plenk specific questions related to themselves and family members as well as general questions on cause and prevention of strokes.
Topic: Diabetes & Nutrition
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Speaker:
Julie Sartori, Registered Dietitian, Diabetes Education Program
Ms. Sartori lead a highly informative session on diabetes and nutrition. Initially planned for one hour, but due to the enthusiasm of the presenter and the breadth of questions asked by the attendees on diabetes (from family genetics to foods to either encourage or avoid) the presentation went beyond two hours.
Topic: Influenza: Me and You and the Flu
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Speaker:
Dr. Danny Chen, Physician Lead, Infection, Prevention and Control
Dr. Danny Chen presented information on the seriousness of influenza (especially among the very young and elderly), how it is spread and compelling reasons why healthcare workers and the public should get the annual influenza vaccine. During the question and answer session Dr. Chen had the opportunity to demystify the influenza vaccine as well as addressing daily routines that can help prevent the spread of influenza (especially during “flu season”).
Topic: Dementia, Delirium. Depression
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Speaker:
Dr. Peter Zelina, Chief, Department of Psychiatry and Medical Director of the Mental Health Program
Dr. Zelina’s lecture, Dementia, Delirium, Depression was well-received by the attendees who provided comments which were informative and thought provoking. We often take mental health for granted and Dr. Zelina’s presentation confirmed the reality which is supported by scientific research that many people experience these episodes. His lecture addressed ways to cope, react and understand.
