January, February & March 2014 - Healthy Happenings Calendar

Every FridayFREE Blood Pressure ScreeningsWalk-ins Welcome!

Time: 10:00 am - 12 Noon

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas, Hospital Front Lobby

TuesdaysJanuary 7 - February 25

FREE - CREATION Health Workshop8 Ways to Improve Your Health & Happiness Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas1st Floor, Board Room, 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs

Presenter: Dr. Larry Black, Board Certified Chaplain

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.

Upcoming Hospital Events: January, February,March 2014

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If you have to cancel a reservation, please call: (727) 943-3600.

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JanuaryMONDAY, JANUARY 13FREE – Ostomy Support GroupTime: 5:00 pm

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North PinellasConference Room C / 2nd Floor 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs Presenters: Carolyn Hewett, WOCN Tina Baum, WOCN

Join Carolyn Hewett and Tina Baum, Florida Hospital North Pinellas’ Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses as they speak and help answer your questions. This is a meet and greet for any patients or family members who have had or are planning to get any type of Ostomy. The meeting will then continue once a month to help these patients and families with the changes they are about to face. Complimentary holiday snacks and beverages will be served.

JANUARY 8, JANUARY 22, FEBRUARY 19, MARCH 19, APRIL 16FREE – Private Consultations on Medicare Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas245 East Curlew Place, Building E, Tarpon Springs(Behind hospital and past Pinellas Trail.)

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.

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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Join instructor, Cathy Brech RN – CCE, for a special 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 Class,PLEASE CALL (727) 943-3600.

Available dates and times:10:00 am - 2:00 pm$75 (Payable at time of class)

SaturdaysJanuary 11th and 18thFebruary 8th and 15th

March 8th and 15th2 consecutive Saturdays which will

equal one (1) SuperPrep Childbirth Class

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15FREE – Foot & Ankle ScreeningsTime: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas5th Floor, 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs(Please use outside elevator to left of main entrance.)

Physician: David S. Fine, DPM, Podiatric Physician

Do your toes, feet, or ankles burn, sting, hurt, feel tired, sore, stiff, numb, tingly, hot, or cold? Most people have had these minor problems, which may have occurred from injuries or the natural process of aging. When there is pain, the body reacts by changing the way it moves or functions in an effort to reduce the pain. David S. Fine, 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. By appointment only. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 17AARP Driver Safety Program $15 AARP Members, $20 Non-MembersTime: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas247 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 at Florida Hospital North Pinellas. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

MONDAY, JANUARY 20Controlling Your Weight!Weight Management for the New Year - FREEFirst of 3-Part SeriesTime: Registration - 9:30 am; Lecture - 10:00 am


Presenter: Dean Cosgrove, PhD, R.N., L.M.T., Wellness Associates

The average weight gain over the holidays is four to six pounds. Our team can help you with strategies to maintain or lose weight for the New Year. Keeping fit and losing weight doesn’t take willpower, it takes skill-power. Join Dean as he explains his science based educational program on how to stay healthy and fit throughout the New Year! Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

EMERGENCY CONTACT

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Florida HospitalNorth Pinellas(727) 942-5000

1395 S. Pinellas Ave. (Alt. US 19) Tarpon Springs

FHNorthPinellas.com

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 21Supper Club, Games & Prizes! - $5Time: Games & Prizes - 3:00 pm; Supper - 4:00 pm

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North PinellasAllSpice Café, Hospital First Floor1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs

Join us for good food, good company, games and prizes! Enjoy Beef Pot Roast, Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Honey Orange Glazed Carrots and Homemade Cornbread. Chef David will top off the meal with his own “Special Recipe” of Bread Pudding along with Coffee and Iced Tea! Prizes provided by Freedom Inn of Tarpon Springs. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 29FREE – New Outpatient Knee ProceduresTime: Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North PinellasConference Rooms A & B / 2nd Floor, 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs

Presenter: Alan Graves, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon

Now you don’t have to choose between the pain of doing nothing and the pain of a total knee replacement. Dr. Graves will explain a solution that will enable you to get back to normal activities quickly. 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.

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“The Game of Life: Stay In It to Win It!”S E C O N D A N N U A L

SATURDAY, JANUARY 258:30 am – 1:00 pm

St. Ignatius Catholic Church, Tarpon Springs

Join FHNP Chief of Staff, Paul M. Arnold, MD,

Board Certified Urologist for a lecture on Benign

Prostatic Hyperlasia (BPH).

FREE Health Screenings include:PSA’s, Prostate, Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, BMI, Balance, DMX-Digital Motion X-Ray, Foot and Ankle, Hearing, PVD, Skin, Vision and Glaucoma. Valuable health and educational information and resources will be available, including physician referral service and scheduling appointments. Free continental breakfast and a lunch will be provided for all attendees.

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Take Our Quiz Today!

When you need immediate care, the Heart Center of Excellence at Florida Hospital North Pinellas is ready for your cardiac emergency. As an Accredited Chest Pain Center and part of a comprehensive, full service healthcare network, we offer the most advanced cardiac technologies and clinical best practices. Combine that with high patient satisfaction scores, and it’s clear we don’t just care for you, we care about you.

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 30FREE - What Happens When I Come to the Emergency Department?Time: Registration - 11:00 am;Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North PinellasConference Rooms A & B / 2nd Floor1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs

Presenter: Brenda J. Roberts, RN, CEN, BBA

• Who do I see?• What do they do?• What does it look like?

Join Brenda as she explains the who’s, what’s and why’s of the Emergency Room.

Complimentary lunch provided byStratford Court of Palm Harbor. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

FebruarySATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1FREE - Home Depot Family Event DayTime: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Location and Address: 1315 Us Hwy 19 N, Holiday

Visit Workshops, “How To” Clinics, Car Show, Children’s Activities and More!

Florida Hospital North Pinellas will provide health screenings and health educational materials.

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4FREE – Doc, My Shoulder Hurts!Time: Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon


Presenter: Ioannis Pappou, MD, PhDOrthopaedic Upper Extremity SurgeonFlorida Orthopaedic Institute

Find out possible causes of shoulder pain and the latest innovation in treatment methods. Complimentary lunch provided by Utopia Home Care. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10FREE – Ostomy Support GroupTime: 5:00 pm

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon SpringsFor room location, please call (727) 942-5000 Ext. 2153

Presenters: Carolyn Hewett, WOCN Tina Baum, WOCN

Join Carolyn Hewett and Tina Baum, Florida Hospital North Pinellas’ Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses as they speak and help answer any questions. This is a meet and greet for any patients or family members who have had or are planning to get any type of Ostomy. The meeting will then continue once a month to help these patients and families with the changes they are about to face. Complimentary snacks and beverages will be served.

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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12FREE – STROKE: The Emergency That Will Drop You To Your Knees!Time: Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon


Presenter: Constantine Z. Zaharis, MD Emergency Department

Join Dr. Zaharis as he discusses the real facts about stroke.• Signs and symptoms• Why time is critical• Life saving drugs: When can they can be unsafe

Complimentary lunch provided by Allegro. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13Robotic Surgery at Florida Hospital North PinellasTime: Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon


Presenter: Louis I. Astra, MD, FACSThoracic, Vascular, and General Surgeon The da Vinci Robot is a tool that helps surgeons perform minimally invasive surgeries of many types. It has applications within many different surgical specialties. It can help reduce postoperative pain, speed recovery, and can improve overall outcomes. Dr. Astra will explain why and how the da Vinci robot is revolutionizing surgery. 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.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17FREE – Controlling Your Weight!Physical Activity for Weight ManagementSecond of 3-Part SeriesTime: Registration - 9:30 am; Lecture - 10:00 am


Presenter: Dean Cosgrove, PhD, R.N., L.M.T. Wellness Associates

Staying physically active can fit into any lifestyle. Dean will show you how to make exercise fun and enjoyable. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18FREE – INFORMATION ON “FREE” TAX PREPARATION ASSISTANCETime: 10:00 am - 11:00 am


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 that helped more than 3,300 Pinellas County taxpayers get back more than $5.3 million in federal income tax refunds last year. The Earned Income Tax Credit, which is only claimed by approximately 80% of eligible tax payers, will be explained in detail, and volunteers will be available to answer your federal income tax law questions. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18Blood DriveTime: 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs(Hospital’s main parking lot.)

Help us better serve you! Make an appointment online at www.fbsdonor.org and use Acct. #0T001

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18Supper Club, Games & Prizes! - $5Time: Games & Prizes - 3:00 pm; Supper - 4:00 pm


Join us for good food, good company, games and prizes! Chef David will prepare his very own Chicken Breast Teriyaki, Wild Rice, String Beans, and Freshly Baked Dinner Roll. Be prepared for a very special Valentine Cake, Coffee and Iced Tea. Prizes 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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Change a Life, Volunteer! To find out more information about

volunteering, please contact Carole in the Volunteer Services Office at (727) 942-5072.

Volunteers Are Shining Stars

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19FREE – Foot & Ankle ScreeningsTime: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas5th Floor, 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs(Please use outside elevator to left of main entrance.)

Physicians: Salvatore L. DeLellis, DPM, Board-Certified in Podiatric MedicineChristopher Roever, DPMBoard-Certified in Podiatric Medicine When there is pain, the body reacts by changing the way it moves or functions in an effort to reduce the pain. Dr. DeLellis and Dr. Roever 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. By appointment only. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 20FREE – New Robotics Urology Procedures For Men and Women!Time: Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas Conference Rooms A & B / 2nd Floor1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs

Presenter: Paul M. Arnold, MD, Board Certified UrologistChief of Staff, Florida Hospital North PinellasUrology Specialists of West Florida

Learn about the many applications of the da Vinci Robot and its newest minimally invasive procedures for Prostate Cancer, Renal Masses and Urinary Incontinence. Join Dr. Arnold as he explains the potential benefits of da Vinci compared to open and traditional surgeries. 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.

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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21AARP Driver Safety Program$15 AARP Members, $20 Non-MembersTime: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm


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 at Florida Hospital North Pinellas. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

MarchWEDNESDAY, MARCH 5FREE – Ask the Pharmacist!Time: Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon


Presenter: Michael Smarkos, PharmD, CPhPharmacy, Florida Hospital North Pinellas

Learn how your pharmacist and medications can better help you. Come prepared with your personal concerns and questions regarding your current medications. Feel free to bring your medications, too! Complimentary lunch provided by Sanofi. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

MONDAY - MARCH 10FREE – Ostomy Support GroupTime: 5:00 PM

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North Pinellas1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon SpringsFor room location, please call 727-942-5000 Ext. 2153

Presenters: Carolyn Hewett, WOCN Tina Baum, WOCN

Join Carolyn Hewett and Tina Baum, Florida Hospital North Pinellas’ Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses as they speak and help answer any questions. This is a meet and greet for any patients or family members who have had or are planning to get any type of Ostomy. The meeting will then continue once a month to help these patients and families with the changes they are about to face. Complimentary snacks and beverages will be served.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12 FREE – New Strategies in the Treatment of Atrial FibrillationTime: Blood Pressure Screenings - 10:30 am; Registration - 11:00 am; Lunch - 11:30 am; Lecture - 12 Noon


Presenter: Raul J. Jimenez, MD, Cardiologist AFib is a type of irregular heartbeat. AFib affects more than 2 million people in the United States. The odds of developing AFib go up with age. Dr. Jimenez will explain why AFib is the most common serious type of irregular heartbeat in people over age 65 and how it may be associated with other health problems and discuss the new strategies in treating AFib. Blood pressure 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.

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MONDAY, MARCH 17FREE – Controlling Your Weight!Lifestyle Management = Weight Management Third of 3-Part SeriesTime: Registration - 9:30 am; Lecture - 10:00 am


Presenter: Dean Cosgrove, PhD, R.N., L.M.T. Wellness Associates

Keeping your weight under control need not be difficult. Dean will explain how small changes in your lifestyle will equal big changes in your weight. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

TUESDAY, MARCH 18Supper Club, Games & Prizes! - $5Time: Games & Prizes - 3:00 pm; Supper - 4:00 pm


Join us for good food, good company, games and prizes! A favorite of Chef David is his specially prepared Chicken Pilaf, Green Peas, and Freshly Baked Dinner Roll. Top it off with Homemade Carrot Cake, Coffee and Iced Tea. Prizes provided by Freedom Inn of Tarpon Springs. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19 FREE – Foot & Ankle ScreeningsTime: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Location and Address: Florida Hospital North PinellasFifth Floor, 1395 South Pinellas Avenue, Tarpon Springs(Please use outside elevator to left of main entrance.)

Physician: David S. Fine, DPM, Podiatric Physician

Do your toes, feet, or ankles burn, sting, hurt, feel tired, sore, stiff, numb, tingly, hot, or cold? Most people have had these minor problems, which may have occurred from injuries or the natural process of aging. When there is pain, the body reacts by changing the way it moves or functions in an effort to reduce the pain. David S. Fine, 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. By appointment only. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

FRIDAY, MARCH 21AARP Driver Safety Program $15 AARP Members, $20 Non-MembersTime: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm


Presenter: Brooks FountainAARP 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 Utopia Home Care. Reservations are required and space is limited. Please call (727) 943-3600 to reserve your space.

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