Spirit of Women
Medical Center of Lewisville supports the ongoing celebration of women’s health because we believe that knowledge and community support are the keys to wellness. Women make nearly 80% of all healthcare decisions for their families. That’s why Medical Center of Lewisville has joined the Spirit of Women® network as the exclusive hospital for southern Denton County. Spirit of Women is an elite coalition of American hospitals and healthcare providers that ascribe to high standards of excellence in women’s health, education, and community outreach.
The success of Spirit of Women lies in the synergy between local and regional hospitals, national corporations, and media partners that is replicated in communities across the country leveraging strength in numbers and common goals. Spirit of Women brings together traditional women’s health services at Medical Center of Lewisville with a focus on living a healthier lifestyle, preventative care and activities designed to celebrate the Spirit of Women.
Spirit of Women hospitals are committed to making good health easier and to help women and their families take action that results in better health. Spirit of Women hospitals aspire to the highest standards in women’s health outreach and clinical care. Spirit hospitals also uphold Seven Standards for Excellence in Women’s Health that guarantee that the experience at a Spirit hospital will be sensitive and customized to individual healthcare needs.
Medical Center of Lewisville will offer a wide variety of Spirit of Women programs that might include major educational programs with nationally-recognized speakers, exciting community wellness events, membership programs, support groups, health and other creative outreach activities. Programs are implemented throughout the country and address health topics such as menopause, cancer, incontinence, diabetes, heart disease, healthy pregnancy, and many more.
Spirit of Women 2013 Events
MCL’s Spirit of Women program is dedicated to sponsoring events throughout the year that feature health education topics, and of course... entertainment and FUN! Below is a list of upcoming events. Check back for future 2013 topics and dates. For specific information or to RSVP for an event, call 972.420.1690.
February 11
Have a [Healthy] Heart
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: 2nd floor Community Room, Medical Center of Lewisville
More than 40% of American women will die of heart disease and more women than men die within one year after a heart attack. How much do you really know about your heart? Is it healthy? Join us for this FREE and informative event to learn more. Guest Speaker, Dr. Hema Korlakunta, Cardiologist, will be on hand to answer your questions. A light dinner will be served
To RSVP, please leave a message at 972.420.1690 or email shawn.hoffman@hcahealthcare.com
March 4
Hats off to Cancer Survivors
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: 2nd floor Community Room, Medical Center of Lewisville
These days most of us know someone who has been affected by cancer. The disease not only affects the person who is diagnosed, but also their loved ones. The first line of defense is education.
Join us for an informative “Tea Party”, featuring guest speaker Kim Talac, MSN, RN, ACNS-BC, OCN, Oncology Advanced Practice Nurse Navigator. Also, Linda Hastings will introduce Amy Pitman and share Amy’s touching story of survival from her perspective. Please wear your favorite party hat to show your support!
Bring a guest and receive a special gift. Hors d’ oeuvres and tea will be served.
To RSVP, please leave a message at 972.420.1690 or email shawn.hoffman@hcahealthcare.com
April 8
“LIFE’S NOT A SPECTATOR SPORT” - Protect Bone & Joint Health for Pain-free Active Living
6:30 pm
Location: 2nd floor Community Room, Medical Center of Lewisville
There are a number of bone and joint disorders that can lead to your every day tasks, favorite activities or a much loved sport becoming difficult or even painful. These include Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSIs) and fractures (bone breaks). The good news is that there is much that can be done to help prevent, treat and manage all of them. Join us to learn how!
Guest speaker: Dr. Jason Jorgensen, D.O., Medical Director of the Rehabilitation Institute at Medical Center of Lewisville. A light dinner will be served.
To RSVP, please leave a message at 972.420.1690 or email shawn.hoffman@hcahealthcare.com
May 13
Seeing Spots: What is Skin Cancer?
6:30 pm
Location: 2nd floor Community Room, Medical Center of Lewisville.
Spots… you find them on ladybugs, leopards and polka-dot dresses and sometimes they even end up on the carpet. But spots do not belong on your skin. Skin cancer doesn’t discriminate.
Please join us for this FREE event to learn which factors increase your risk. A light dinner will be served.
To RSVP, please leave a message at 972.420.1690 or email shawn.hoffman@hcahealthcare.com
June 3
Learn Label-ese: Reading Your Medication Labels
6:30 pm
Location: 2nd floor Community Room, Medical Center of Lewisville.
Mixing medications (prescription or over-the-counter) can cause drug-drug interactions. Some of the more common symptoms of this include nausea or stomach upset, headache, heartburn and dizziness.
Join us for a FREE seminar and learn how to read your medication labels. Guest Speaker: Marilyn C. Jackson, Pharm.D. (Pharmacist), Assistant Vice President, Pharmacy, MCL
A light dinner will be served
To RSVP, email shawn.hoffman@hcahealthcare.com or call 972.420.1690 and leave a voicemail.
Family Life Education
The Family Life Education booklet includes a schedule of 2013 classes and events at Medical Center of Lewisville. These classes consist of Prenatal Education, Breastfeeding, Parenting, Sibling Classes, and also Spirit of Women events. Click on the image to the right to view a full-size PDF of the brochure. Hurry and register as space is limited!