Events
This is the event calendar for Summit Health . It includes events and classes held at our clinics, external events and our community events.
When it comes to type 2 diabetes — the most common type of diabetes — prevention is a big deal. It’s especially important to make diabetes prevention a priority if you’re at increased risk of diabetes, for example, if you’re overweight or have a family history of the disease.
Diabetes prevention is as basic as eating more healthfully, becoming more physically active and losing a few extra pounds — and it’s never too late to start. Making a few simple changes in your lifestyle now may help you avoid the serious health complications of diabetes down the road, such as nerve, kidney and heart damage.
Join Us For: Diabetes Prevention
Presented By: Teresa Martin, RD, LD, CDE – Health Systems Diabetes Educator for Novo Nordisk
About The Presenter: Teresa Martin has been a Registered Dietitian for 25 years and a Certified Diabetes Educator for 10 years. She graduated from the University of Northern Colorado and did her internship at Brigham & Women’s Hospital in Boston. Teresa has experience working in a variety of settings including acute care at the Deaconess Hospital in Boston; long-term care in MA and Seattle; out-patient and obesity centers in MA and WA: she also had her own business and was doing research in the field of diabetes in upstate NY until 6 years ago when she moved back to her home town, Bend, OR.
For the last 6 years, she has been working as a Diabetes Educator with the Novo Nordisk Diabetes Education Program where she helps healthcare professionals learn innovative ways to help engage patients in their diabetes care so they can effectively treat and manage diabetes. She also lectures at professional conferences such as WADE and OPSO.
Teresa believes that physical activity is the “magic bullet” for both mental and physical wellness for her patients, herself and her family. She has lived and continues to live an active lifestyle. Teresa was an All-American Volleyball Player and All-American Alpine Ski Racer in College. She continues to play competitive doubles sand volleyball and tries to keep up with her 3 wild, wonderful children.
Teresa believes life’s challenges should be met head on and that everyone has the ability to make lifelong lifestyle changes. She values utilizing the outdoors, mindfulness, and the power of communities to help individuals find their path to a healthier, happier life.
Summit Health’s ENERGY Department Presents the
September Healthy Life Lesson:
Awareness of prostate health has come a long way. Yet, many men still aren’t sure what the prostate is, what its functions are, and how to have good prostate health.Knowing the answers to these questions is the key to understanding prostate health.
According to the American Cancer Society, more than 190,000 new cases of prostate cancer are diagnosed in the U.S. each year and more than 30 million men suffer from prostate conditions that negatively affect their quality of life. Over 50% of men in their 60’s and as many as 90% in their 70’s or older have symptoms of an enlarged prostate or benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
Fortunately, there is a lot you can do to keep your prostate healthy as you age—and stay ahead of the game. Join us to learn more about prostate health and your role in prevention.
Join Us For: Prostate Health
Presented By: Matthew Simmons, MD PhD
About The Presenter:
Dr. Simmons is a urologic oncologist with expertise in minimally-invasive and robotic surgery. He attended medical school at Stanford University, and completed residency at the Cleveland Clinic. He remained on staff at the Cleveland Clinic as an Assistant Professor in the Division of Urologic Oncology for 3 years. He moved to Bend in January 2013, and conducts laparoscopic and robotic surgery at St. Charles Medical Center. Since 2005, he has conducted more than 800 laparoscopic and robotic surgeries. Of these he has conducted over 400 partial nephrectomy surgeries, over 200 laparoscopic and robotic prostatectomy surgeries, and over 100 laparoscopic and robotic surgeries for reconstruction of the kidney, ureter, and bladder.
He is certified by the American Board of Urology, is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, and is an active member of the American Urological Association and the Society for Urologic Oncology. He is an active reviewer of numerous journals including the Journal of Urology, European Urology and Urology and Urologic Oncology. He has over 50 peer-reviewed publications and has written five book chapters on the subjects of prostate and kidney cancer.
Be sure to protect yourself from the flu by getting your flu shot at Summit Health prior to the peak flu season in February.
Location & Time
Redmond Clinic
October 1st
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Details
- Billable to most insurances or $35 fee.
- Open to anyone age 3 and up.
- No pediatric or high dose vaccine available at flu clinics.
- Please bring ID and insurance card.
- Appointments preferred by calling 541-382-4900.
Walk-ins also welcome.
Be sure to protect yourself from the flu by getting your flu shot at Summit Health prior to the peak flu season in February.
Location & Time
Eastside Clinic
October 8th
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Details
- Billable to most insurances or $35 fee.
- Open to anyone age 3 and up.
- No pediatric or high dose vaccine available at flu clinics.
- Please bring ID and insurance card.
- Appointments preferred by calling 541-382-4900.
Walk-ins also welcome.
If you’re one of the millions of people who have seasonal allergies, it means sneezing, congestion, runny nose, and other bothersome symptoms. Seasonal allergies can make you miserable. But before you settle for plastic flowers and artificial turf, join us to learn more about simple strategies to keep seasonal allergies under control.
It’s easy to confuse a food allergy with a much more common reaction known as food intolerance. While bothersome, food intolerance is a less severe condition. When people have an unpleasant reaction to something they ate, they often think that they have an allergy to the food. However, only about 3% of adults and 6%-8% of children have a true allergic reaction to food. The difference between a food allergy and the public’s perception of the problem is due primarily to misinterpreting food intolerance or other adverse reactions to food as a food allergy. Join us to learn more about the difference between food allergies and intolerances as well as appropriate testing for food allergies.
Join Us For: Seasonal Allergies and Food Allergies/Intolerances
Presented By: Dr. Adam Williams, MD – Allergy and Asthma
About The Presenter: Adam Williams M.D. specializes in allergy, asthma, and immunology for adults and children. A graduate of the University of Oregon and Oregon Health and Science University School of Medicine, Dr. Williams came from an Allergy / Immunology fellowship at Scripps Clinic in La Jolla, California after he completed his residency in Internal Medicine at UC San Diego Medical Center. Dr. Williams is board certified in Allergy / Immunology and Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Allergy Asthma and Immunology and the American College of Allergy Asthma and Immunology.
Dr. Williams has been active in a number of research projects involving asthma, food allergy, chronic cough, and drug allergy.
Outside of his career as an allergy and asthma specialist, he enjoys running, cycling, skiing, hiking, and camping.
Be sure to protect yourself from the flu by getting your flu shot at Summit Health prior to the peak flu season in February.
Location & Time
Old Mill District Clinic
October 15th
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Details
- Billable to most insurances or $35 fee.
- Open to anyone age 3 and up.
- No pediatric or high dose vaccine available at flu clinics.
- Please bring ID and insurance card.
- Appointments preferred by calling 541-382-4900.
Walk-ins also welcome.
Join Drs. Janey Purvis, James Ockner and Daymen Tuscano for lunch on Thursday October 20, 2016 from 12:00-1:00pm to learn more about breast cancer, prevention and 3D Mammography. Limited space available. Register today!
Complimentary lunch will begin at 11:30 am and is provided by 
Thursday, October 20th
Lunch will begin at 11:30 am
Presentation 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Old Mill District Clinic
2nd Floor – Deschutes Room
Please register online by 10/17.
Do you have bulging or unsightly veins? Leg pain or burning?
The Vein Clinic can help with innovative, safe and effective treatment.
Come see us for a FREE Vein Screening and see how the Vein Clinic at Summit Health can help you.
Limited appointments available. First come, first served.
Where Will You or Your Family Be When a Disaster Strikes?
You could be anywhere – at work, at school or in the car. How will you find each other? Will you know if your children are safe? Emergencies and disasters can strike quickly and without warning and can force you to evacuate your neighborhood or confine you to your home. What would you do if basic services — water, gas, electricity or telephones — were cut off?
You can cope with disaster by preparing in advance and by working with your family as a team. Knowing what to do is your best protection and your responsibility.
Join Us For: Preparing For Disaster
Presented By: The American Red Cross
About The Presenter:
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. They aspire to turn compassion into action so that:
- All people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope;
- Our communities are ready and prepared for disasters
- Everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products
- All members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed
- In an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives.
Summit Health’s ENERGY Department Presents December’s Healthy Life Lesson:
Overactive bladder is estimated to occur in 7-27% of men and 9-43% of women. The condition becomes more common with age. Some studies suggest that the condition is more common in women, especially when associated with loss of bladder control.
Learn about why and how an overactive bladder occurs and the effects it has on individuals.
Join Us For: Overactive Bladder
Presented By: Marta Johnson-Mitchell, MD, DO
About Presenter:
Dr. Marta Johnson-Mitchell is the only fellowship-trained female urologist in Central Oregon. She practices general urology, specializing in voiding dysfunction and female urology.
- Interests:
- Overactive bladder
- Urinary incontinence
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Pelvic floor disorders
- Neurogenic bladder
Originally from the Seattle-area, she is a 2004 graduate of Oregon State University. She attended medical school at Des Moines University in Iowa, and completed her residency in Urological Surgery at the Detroit Medical Center. She completed her fellowship training in Female Urology and Neuro-Urology at Metro Urology in Woodbury, Minnesota.
As an osteopathic physician, she has a strong interest in pelvic floor muscle dysfunction and its relationship to bladder and bowel complaints. Osteopathic.org