Public Forums
The Department of Medicine and the St. Paul's Hospital Foundation are pleased to present a series of public lectures to be held at St. Paul's Hospital on the third Wednesday of each month. These forums are open to the public and the registration is free. To view a listing of future forum topics, please click here.
February 15 , 2012
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Lecture Theatre , Level 1, Providence Bldg
Let's Talk About: Thyroid Disease
“Understanding Common Thyroid Problems"
Presented by:
Dr. Adam White
Clinical Assistant Professor
Department of Medicine
Division of Endocrinology
Providence Health Care, University of British Columbia
Director, Thyroid Clinic, St. Paul's Hospital
Intended for anyone who has been affected by thyroid problems, those who are at risk, and those who just want to know more about the different types of thyroid disease such as hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Grave's disease, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, thyroid nodules etc. The presentation will focus on treatment, how to reduce the risks and how to help patients feel better and live more functional and healthier lives. The presentation will also highlight the latest in treatment and research.
The forum will be held in the Lecture Theatre, Level 1 of the Providence Building from 7-9 pm. For more information and to register email your name and contact information to ownyourhealth@providencehealth.bc.ca or call 604-806-8495.
December - Winter Break, No Forum Scheduled
January 18, 2012
Let's Talk About: Addictions
Dr. Alex Chan
February 15, 2012
Let's Talk About: Thyroid Disease
Dr. Adam White
March 21, 2012
Advanced Care Planning
Wallace A Robinson, MSW RSW
Project Leader:
Advance Care Planning
Providence Health Care
April 18, 2012
Let's Talk About: Diabetes
Dr. Ehud Ur