Speakers' Bureau

Our healthcare providers are experienced in presenting health related programs in many settings. The Speakers Bureau was developed as part of WomanCare's mission of outreach and service to our community. We will come to your business, school, health facility, library or any other community or organization event.

Following is an ever changing and expanding list of presentations available. To schedule an appearance or find answers to questions about these programs, please contact Jane E. Miller, Director of Marketing at 847-221-4719.

• "Hysterectomy" with Henry A Dominicis MD

  Women are frequently faced with the question of whether or not to have an abdominal hysterectomy. Dr. Dominicis presents available, conservative options, both medical and surgical, to treat ailments which used to require a hysterectomy.

• "Contraception" with Henry A Dominicis MD

  There are many more contraceptive options today. Dr. Dominicis explains the various options available, including the new patches, rings, coils and pills. He will review the latest treatment method, which eliminates a women's menses for three months at a time.

• "10 Steps To A Healthier You" with Kristine R. Jackman MD

  First and foremost, good health depends on lifestyle. A doctor can offer sound advice; however, much depends on good choices. The challenge of living a healthier life can too easily fall to the bottom of a "To-Do List". Commit to a simple lifestyle change. Learn 10 easy steps that can lead to "A Healthier You."

• "Mid-life Empowerment" with Marilyn L Mitchell, MD

  Learn about menopause, hormones and natural alternatives. This seminar will provide women an opportunity to acquire holistic medical knowledge concerning menopause health issues. Dr. Mitchell will provide information on how to develop mind-body skills to access a woman's inner wisdom and develop an approach to the mid-life lifestyle.

• "Holistic Women's Health Care" with Marilyn L Mitchell, MD

  This is a woman-focused journey to improving your holistic medical self-care. Learn ways to achieve optimal health, starting with preventative steps to medical treatments. Gain knowledge of significant medical information and the importance of screening. This presentation will include such topics as; PMS and Menopause, Fatigue Disorders and Endometriosis.

• "Simple Meditation for Health" with Marilyn L Mitchell, MD

  Learn the art and practice of meditation. Meditation is known to lower blood pressure, decrease anxiety and stress. It can improve our focus, energy and productivity.

• "Osteoporosis" with Leslie Ropas, MHA, R.T.(R)(M)

  Osteoporosis is a common disease, preferentially affecting and disabling women. There are many things that can be done to deter its development and progression. A proactive approach to the problem is critical. Methods to identify the presence of osteoporosis and the proactive steps women can take to deter its development and progression will be presented.

• "Preventative Breast Health" with Leslie Ropas, MHA, R.T.(R)(M)

  Learn how the Mammographer is your ally, the Radiologist's job and how they team together. You will also discover the importance of the R2 system, and it's lead edge technology in detecting tissue abnormalities. Information will be provided that proves Mammography saves lives, and what to look for when you need to schedule a Mammogram.

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