This is an incredibly important subject of which all women should be aware. Breast cancer is something that is often talked about, but perhaps not totally understood. Dr. Lisa Newman, medical director of the Breast Care Center, will walk you through all you need to know about breast cancer-self-exams, diagnosis, treatment, and how to deal with breast cancer yourself or help a friend. This is a workshop you do not want to miss!

Dr. Lisa A. Newman, MD, MPH, FACS is a surgical oncologist, Associate Professor of Surgery and Director of the Breast Care Center for the University of Michigan. Dr. Newman holds a Masters Degree in Public Health from Harvard University. She attended medical school and completed her general surgery residency training at the State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn. Dr. Newman maintains a very active community service record, and currently serves as Chief National Medical Advisor for the Sisters Network, Inc., a national African American breast cancer survivors support organization.

“Are you getting taller or am I getting shorter?”
Diana Rose

Osteoporosis affects millions of American women. You can change this by learning how exercise and diet can prevent low bone mass or diminish your current symptoms. Get ready to get out of your chairs and learn some fun exercises you can do at home to prevent and decrease osteoporosis!

Diana Rose is a Health and Wellness Specialist for MFit (UMHS Health Promotion).  She has a master’s degree in exercise physiology.  Diana is a former collegiate athlete, coach, and for the past 5 years has worked for MFit as Fitness Specialist in the Ice Cube Fitness Center.  She is also a Physical Activity instructor for the MFit Weight Management program.  Her interests include reading, any outdoor activity and hanging out with her son, Hayden.

Heart healthy
Claire Duvernoy, MD

Have you ever heard that heart disease is one of the leading causes of death among women? Dr. Claire Duvernoy will discuss the epidemic of heart disease in women. What can women can do to lower their risk? What do women need to be aware of? What tests and treatments may be prescribed for women at risk for or diagnosed with heart disease? Come find out the answers to these important questions!

Dr. Claire Duvernoy is currently an Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan Department of Internal Medicine's Division of Cardiology, and directs the Women’s Heart Program. She received her medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School, and completed her internship and residency at the University of Michigan Medical Center. Dr. Duvernoy is currently the principal investigator on multiple projects, including the "Heart Truth Campaign" and “Raloxifene Use for the Heart (RUTH)”, among others.

Sex matters for women - morning session
Lori Hollander

The popular TV series Sex and the City implied that women are experiencing more sexual satisfaction than ever. However, in reality close to 60% of women report that they would like more from their sexual experience. Sexual pleasure matters for women and is a critical aspect of achieving a profound sense of intimacy, key to relationship satisfaction. Furthermore, the often recommended use of medication to "fix" this common experience is simply not the answer most women need. Alternatively, this presentation will focus on the full potential of a woman's body and the way it really works, methods of effective communication, and the exploration of cultural biases that will help women access the kind of intimacy and sexual pleasure they desire.

Lori Hollander's passion for women's sexual well-being has driven her experience and training in both fields of women's health and business. She received her BA in Women's Studies from Vassar College, her MBA from the University of Michigan Business School, and will complete her Masters in Social Work at the University of Michigan School of Social Work in 2005. Currently she is training as a Sex Therapist at UMHS Sexual Health Counseling Services.

Making exercise work for you
Dana Zink, RN

No matter who you are, finding time to exercise is always a challenge! Whether you are a stay-at-home mom or you work from 9-5 or if you are a student with no time to do anything but eat, sleep, and study, this workshop is for you. Learn how to find that balance between living a hectic life and finding time for fitness. Dana Zink, RN and personal trainer, will show you how you CAN make exercise a regular part of your day.

Dana Zink has been a Registered Nurse and Fitness instructor for over 25 years. She has a Bachelors degreee in Exercise Physiology and Health Education. Her career began in the 1980s as a fitness group instuctor and in 2000 she formed a corporation SUREFIT BY DANA providing one on one fitness training and consulting. Mrs. Zink has been certified by Ace, as a group trainer, personal trainer, lifestyle and weight management consultant. She is also certified to teach Power Yoga and has a black belt in the martial art of Tae Kwon Do.

Eating healthy on a tight budget
Debra Peterman, RD

Are you frustrated by conflicting nutrition advice that exists "out there"?  Confused by the ever-growing food choices in the supermarket?  Tempted by the low cost fast-foods available?  Suspicious of all the ads for prescription drugs that we "need"???   Welcome to a session where we'll sift through nutrition mis-information and uncover common-sense advice on the care and feeding of the human body.  Learn about foods that provide the most value for their cost, foods that drain both our budget and our health, and foods that are not really foods at all.

Debra Peterman, R.D. is a nutritionist in U of M's General Clinical Research Center. She's been a dietitian with the UMHS for over 27 years and is the mother of four children. Along the way, she's learned that good nutrition can be very complex, or amazingly simple.  With some wise spending of the food dollar, less money is needed for other health-care costs.

Hiding in plain sight: staying safe in relationships
Elizabeth M. Shadigian, MD

We will explore safety in interpersonal relationships, including early signs of a partner’s controlling behavior and red flags of abuse. This will be an interactive session with role-playing and real-life discussions. Everyone is welcome to share personal stories or to just listen. The atmosphere will be one of safety with an emphasis on getting below surface issues.

Dr. Elizabeth Shadigian received her BS in Chemistry from Purdue University and her MD from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.  She has been on faculty at the UM Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 1994 and was promoted to Clinical Associate Professor in 2002.  She is a clinician and researcher who teaches in the medical school on issues of interpersonal violence. She is writing her first book on the gynecological and obstetrical care of women who have experienced violence.

“Why can I never find my keys?”
Mary Rumman, MSW, LMSW

Have you had questions about your memory or observed any changes that you hadn’t noticed before?  Do you wonder if what you are experiencing is normal?  Mary Rumman, will discuss changes that take place in our memory as we grow through our mid years and beyond.  She’ll teach techniques to keep your memory sharp in your work and home life.  She will describe how memory works and the factors that impact it.  Come and learn about these interesting topics in a lively session.

Mary Rumman, MSW, LMSW, is currently a clinical social worker at Turner Geriatric Clinic at the University of Michigan Health System’s Geriatric Center where she has worked for over 10 years.  Her practice includes psychotherapy with individuals, couples and families as well as group work.  She has taught memory classes and given talks on this subject for many years.  She received her masters in social work from the University of Michigan and has been in practice for over 20 years.

Using art to manage stress
Shannon Scott, MAAT, ATR, BC

Art has been used for centuries as a form of expression and communication. This workshop will explore various ways of using line, shape, and color as a way of expressing thoughts and feelings. Participants will have the opportunity to use various art media and participate in a hands on project. Information on using art for self care will be provided including information on journaling through art, mandalas, and creating a living legacy.

Shannon Scott-Miller, MAAT, ATR, BC, has worked for the University of Michigan for more than ten years. She is a board-certified art therapist, and has earned certification as a child life specialist and her certification in trauma. She developed the first art therapy program at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital and the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center, as well as serving as Director of the Complementary Therapies Program. Ms. Scott-Miller has presented internationally on developing art therapy programs and consults with individual hospitals on developing programs.

Living healthy for two
Kristie Keeton, MD, MPH

Pregnancy is an exciting time. Learn how to best take care of yourself and your baby during pregnancy. Topics include physical activity, mental health, things to avoid, and eating for two.

Kristie Keeton, MD, MPH is a fellow in High Risk Obstetrics at the University of Michigan. She recieved most of her training at the University of Michigan and was on faculty in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology for two years before returning to training to study high risk pregnancies.

Exploring the healthy food pyramid
Monica Myklebust, MD

How many times have you wondered what foods are healthy for you and which are just the latest media fad? Come take a new look at the foods we eat every day and learn how to use the Healing Foods Pyramid as your nutritional tool. This workshop will discuss healing foods, plant-based choices, variety and balance, support of a healthful environment, and mindful eating. Participants will receive a personal copy of the University of Michigan's Healing Food Pyramid. All you need is a passion for food!

Monica Myklebust, M.D. was raised in the northwoods of Minnesota where she breathed in the pine air, listened to wolves howl and watched the Aurora borealis dance in the night sky. After working in Genetics research at UCSF, she moved to China where she taught English and American culture to physicians. Her medical training was at the University of Minnesota, she learned to be a Family Physician at Mayo. When fascination and delight started to turn toward exhaustion and cynicism, a change from conventional medicine was heralded. She spent two years learning about an Integrative Medicine approach to health and healing. She is now the Director of the University of Michigan Integrative Medicine Clinical Services at the UM Health System. She is the co-creator of the Healing Foods Pyramid.

Yay, it’s yoga!
Jacqueleen Magon, MD

Women are profoundly connected with the cycles of nature: such as the phase of the moon, the ebb and flow of tides, the movement of day and night, the migration of animals, the changing of seasons, the relationship between inhalation and exhalation, life and death......all of this signaling the unique balance of creative, sustaining and releasing energy.  A Yoga practice, during the earthy cycle our female bodies experience, gives us the opportunity to reflect inward, connect with, and nourish ourselves at a time when the body is releasing, cleansing and renewing.  Learn how and what yoga postures can alleviate the symptoms related to the menstrual cycle and menopause: how Yoga can deepen and balance our relationship with our inner rhythms.  This is a program of education and experience!!!!

Jacqueleen Magon, MD is currently a practicing Internist in Ann Arbor. In the last decade she has had the opportunity and study the vast science of Yoga, having finished certifying programs in Integrative Yoga therapy, Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy, Thai Yoga Therapy and an Ayurveda Health Educator Program.  For several years she has worked solely as a Yoga Therapist/Instructor.  She has provided programs regarding the relevance of various aspects of Yoga in the application of certain medical conditions.   Today she has a Holistic Medical Practice.

Does cranberry juice really work? The truth about UTIs
Lona Mody

Urinary tract infections are often experienced but not talked about.  Did you know that more than half of all women report having a urinary tract infection during their lifetime?  Did you know that such infections are responsible for nearly three and half million physician visits each year?  Dr. Mody, an Internist with expertise in Geriatrics and Epidemiology, will answer your questions on this common problem in women.

Dr. Lona Mody, an Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan and Research Scientist at the Ann Arbor VA Healthcare System, has specific research interest in epidemiology of infections and antibiotic resistance.  She completed her medical school from India, has a masters in epidemiology from University of London, and has been at University of Michigan since 1997.

Planning your financial health
Phil Zepeda, CFP, ATA

If anything, health care is expensive.  There are so many options of how to manage your finances, but it’s hard to get a clear answer about how to make good choices.  Come learn about a “12 step path to financial fulfillment”.  From tracking your expenses to what to do in an emergency, finally here is some straightforward advice for how best to manage your money.

Phil Zepeda has been providing comprehensive financial planning since 1978.  He is a licensed Certified Financial Planner and Insurance Counselor.  He earned a BA from Duns Scotus College, an MA from the University of Detroit, and an MBA from the University of Phoenix.  He is also active with the Rotary Club of Ann Arbor and a guest lecturer for many local universities.

The patch, the pill, and that pesky PMS
Vanessa Dalton, MD, MPH

Is it that time of the month already?!  A woman’s body goes through many changes every 28 days. From changes in weight and complexion to changes in mood, it can be a roller coaster of a month.  In an age of pill popping, there are many options for oral contraception, but which one could be right for you?  Now is your chance to find out more about this “women’s problem.”

Vanessa Dalton, MD is a Lecturer in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecolocy.  She earned her Doctor of Medicine and her Master of Public Health degrees from the University of North Carolina.  Her clinical and research interests include family planning and human rights.

Facing infertility
Senait Fisseha MD, JD

Every year, thousands of couples seek medical assistance because they want a child and find it difficult to become pregnant or to carry a pregnancy to term. Come to this session and learn a great deal about an important issue that affects approximately 15% of couples of reproductive age. In this session, you will learn about infertility risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment and get an overview of assisted reproductive technologies and other available options to expand a family.

Senait Fisseha, MD, JD is a senior fellow in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Michigan. Her areas of interest include reproductive ethics and law.

Soft as a baby’s bottom or wrinkly as a prune, it’s your skin
Charles Boyd, MD

From smooth or wrinkly, our skin goes through a lot of changes as we get older.  We now know that too much sun exposure can lead to wrinkles, liver spots, and skin cancer.  Now is the time for prevention.  Come learn about how your skin ages and what you can do to take care of it while still having fun in the sun.

Dr. Boyd has been a staff/faulty member at the University of Michigan for 10 years. He is currently an Assistant Professor in Facial Plastic Surgery in both the Departments of Dermatology and Otolaryngology.  Dr. Boyd is a graduate of Harvard Medical School and completed his residency training and sub-specialty training in Facial Plastic Surgery at the University of Michigan Health System.  He specializes in all aspects of surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation.

Diabetes: from prevention to control
Roma Gianchandani, MD

Type I and type II?  Insulin?  What is the deal with diabetes?  Diabetes is not an illness that just kids get anymore.  More and more adults are developing diabetes, making controlling your blood sugar a hot topic.  Changes in your diet and exercise can do a world of wonder.  Today’s the day to find out what you can do about diabetes.

Roma Gianchandani, MD is a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Internal Medicine and the Director of the Inpatient Hyperglycemia Service. She received her medical degree from Topiwala National Medical College in Bomby, India and trained to be an Endocrinologist at the University of Michigan. Her clinical interests include diabetes, thyroid disease, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and pituitary and adrenal disorders.

Self management of depression
Julie Kuebler, MS, APRN, BC and Charlotte Allport, MS, APRN, BC

Depression is a common medical illness that is often effectively treated using standard antidepressants and therapy.  Learning to use depression self-management skills will often contribute to the success of standard depression treatments. We will help participants learn how to recognize common symptoms of depression, understand current medical treatment of depression and teach depression self-management skills which will focus on healthy behavior change that contributes to successful treatment of depression and prevention of recurrences and relapse.

Julie Kuebler, MS, APRN, BC, is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who works at the University of Michigan Depression Center.  She has worked in the field of psychiatry for 21 years. She co-developed and facilitated a Self-management for Depression Group, which teaches specific skills to help patients deal with depression.

Charlotte Allport, MS, APRN, BC, is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who works on the Adult Inpatient Pyschiatric unit at the University of Michigan Medical Center.  She has worked in the field of psychiatry for 16 years, leading groups, and counseling patients with depression. She co-developed and facilitated a Self-management for Depression Group, which teaches specific skills to help patients deal with depression.

Herbs aren’t just for cooking anymore!
Sara Warber, MD

There’s more to health care than conventional medicine.  If you’re curious about St. John’s Wart, gingko biloba and all the other herbs out there, this workshop is for you!  Determining how to fit herbs into your current health routine can be overwhelming.  Come learn which ones are safe and effective and which aren’t worth your money.

Dr. Warber received her medical degree from Michigan State University, and completed her Internship and Residency with the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Michigan. She is currently an Assistant Professor at UM in the Department of Family Medicine. Dr. Warber studied herbalism and spiritual healing for 14 years with a Native American Healer.  Her research interests include the use of herbs, energy healing, environmental healing, and the therapeutic relationship.

A picture of health: guided imagery for relaxation, health & wellness
Claire Casselman

Stressed?  Worried?  Here’s some good news:  if you can picture something going badly, you can also picture it going well.  Guided Imagery is a simple process that uses your imagination to communicate with your body in a way that supports your body’s natural state of wellness.  Come learn more during this informational and briefly experiential session.

Claire Casselman is on the staff of the Complementary Therapies Program in the University of Michigan’s Comprehensive Cancer Center where she provides Guided Imagery and Meditation services to patients, family members, caregivers and staff.  Claire also serves as a Clinical Social Work Manager for the University of Michigan Health System.  Claire’s career has been focused on helping people navigate and cope with life changes, and the often-ensuing sense of loss that can accompany change.

Stop a stroke before a stroke stops you
Jennifer Majersik, MD

Lesbian and bisexual healthcare
Caren Stalburg, MD

Dr. Stalburg has been associated with the U-M since 1984. She has been on faculty in the Division of Women's Health since 1996. Dr. Stalburg is a Board-Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist and provides general Ob/Gyn care at the West Ann Arbor Health Center. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, she is actively involved in medical education and is currently a graduate student pursuing a Masters Degree in Higher Education at the University of Michigan's School of Education. When not at work, Dr. Stalburg is an avid football fan and enjoys music, reading, horseback riding, and travel.

Prunes, polyps, and prevention, oh my!
Leslie Aldrich, MD

Sex matters for women - afternoon session
Lori Hollander

The popular TV series Sex and the City implied that women are experiencing more sexual satisfaction than ever. However, in reality close to 60% of women report that they would like more from their sexual experience. Sexual pleasure matters for women and is a critical aspect of achieving a profound sense of intimacy, key to relationship satisfaction. Furthermore, the often recommended use of medication to "fix" this common experience is simply not the answer most women need. Alternatively, this presentation will focus on the full potential of a woman's body and the way it really works, methods of effective communication, and the exploration of cultural biases that will help women access the kind of intimacy and sexual pleasure they desire.

Lori Hollander's passion for women's sexual well-being has driven her experience and training in both fields of women's health and business. She received her BA in Women's Studies from Vassar College, her MBA from the University of Michigan Business School, and will complete her Masters in Social Work at the University of Michigan School of Social Work in 2005. Currently she is training as a Sex Therapist at UMHS Sexual Health Counseling Services.

From Atkins to the Zone: fad diets
Elif Oral, MD

Popular diets have taken America by storm. Atkins, South Beach, Weight Watchers, and Pritikin (to name a few) are now part of our everyday language. Surveys indicate that in early 2004, seven percent of US adults were on a carbohydrate-reduced diet. This workshop will explore the science behind the hype. What are these diets? Is Atkins new, or just a recycled concept? How do low carb and low fat diets differ? What works? What doesn't? Is it the foods you eat, or the calories they contain?

Elif Oral received an MD degree from the Istanbul University, Istanbul School of Medicine. She obtained clinical residency training in the area of Internal Medicine at Sinai Hospital of Detroit which was followed by clinical fellowship training in Endocrinology and Metabolism at the NIH. In 2002, Dr. Elif Oral was welcomed onto the faculty and staff here at the U of M as an Assistant professor of Internal Medicine in the Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Diabetes. Dr. Oral has remained a compassionate physician taking care of patients with chronic metabolic l University, Istanbul School of Medicine. She obtained clinical residency training in the area of Internal Medicine at Sinai Hospital of Detroit which was followed by clinical fellowship training in Endocrinology and Metabolism at the NIH. In 2002, Dr. Elif Oral was welcomed onto the faculty and staff here at the U of M as an Assistant professor of Internal Medicine in the Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Diabetes. Dr. Oral has remained a compassionate physician taking care of patients with chronic metabolic problems. She was recently appointed as the Medical Director of the newly launching Clinical Program of Bariatric Surgery at the UMHS.

Emotional eating
Marilyn Migliore, MS, RD, ACSW, BCD

In this workshop, Marilyn Migliore will explore the emotional connections that people have to food. As she explains, "Many people use food as their 'drug of choice'. People use food as a sedative, a tranquilizer or an analgesic. And, many people actually use food to emotionally beat themselves up." She will help participants identify core reasons for overeating, recognize triggers that lead to a binge, and break the cycle of emotional eating.

Marilyn Migliore, MS, RD, CSW is a registered dietitian and a certified social worker who has been treating patients with a wide range of eating and weight disorders for the past 30 years. She developed and conducted The Hunger Within Workshop at St. Luke's-Roosevelt, a University Hospital for Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. She has since authored and published The Hunger Within and is currently conducting these workshops at Preventive Cardiology at The University of Michigan Medical Center. Ms. Migliore is a member of The Eating Disorders Professional League of Michigan.

Finding the power to quit
Linda Thomas, MS

Have you or someone you love tried to quit smoking only to start again within 2 or 3 days? Have you or someone you love stayed off of tobacco for a couple of months and then start again? If you answered "yes" to either of these questions this session might be able to help you (or help you help your love one) give up tobacco for good. Linda Thomas will discuss the effects of nicotine, look at the body, the mind, and the social reasons people use tobacco.

Linda Thomas, MS, LLP is the Program Manager of the Tobacco Consultation Services at the University of Michigan Health System. She has been involved in both group and individual counseling treatment of tobacco addiction for over 15 years with clientele ranging from youth to older adults. Ms. Thomas is the Project Director for the Michigan Smoke-free Hospitals grant that provides assistance to healthcare facilities in implementing smoke-free environments. She has completed her coursework for a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Texas A&M University and completed her Master’s degree in counseling from the University of Utah.

Caring for an elderly parent
Lourdes Velez, MD

How many hours of labor did your mom go through?  How many times did your dad pick you up when you skinned your knee?  Years have gone by and now it’s your turn to take care of your parents.  This can be an emotionally difficult time as they go through changes in independence and ability.  Come learn about how to approach this topic, what options are available to senior citizens, and how you can best care for your elderly parent.

Dr. Velez is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and a Fellowship Director in the Department of Geriatrics.  She received her Doctor of Medicine from San Juan Bautista School of Medicine in Puerto Rico and has been at the University of Michigan since 1998.  Her clinical and research interests include diabetes, hospice, and palliative care.

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