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 Health & Beauty | February 2006 
February Events at Cornerstone Hospital
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| | For further information please call Pamela Thompson at 224-8122, 224-9400, or send an email to pmt15@hotmail.com. |
Puerto Vallarta - In February, the folks at Cornerstone Hospital are planning a series of health-related activities and events designed to keep you healthy and happy all month long. From some great speakers and support groups to Blood Drives and check-ups, the staff at Cornerstone is ready to assist you in any way they can.
Yoga Classes
Have you ever considered yoga for exercise, relaxation or meditation? Participate in this relaxing and healthful way to exercise and relief stress. Lead by Mikki Prost, twice-weekly sessions begin at 8:45 am on Tuesday, January 31st, and continue every Tuesday and Thursday for six weeks. Classes will be held on the second floor of the Medical Tower, Hospital Cornerstone, and cost just $550 pesos per person for the six week course. For more information, send an email to pvencore@yahoo.com.
Transform
Norma Shuh, who has a M.A. in Human Development, is offering a unique four-week collaborative series for women who want to change their relationship with food, improve their well-being and develop a new appreciation for self through personal discovery, shared wisdom and connection. Invited guest speakers throughout the series will include a therapist, a nutritionist, an exercise coach and a physician. Limited to 12 participants, sessions will be held on Wednesdays, Feb 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2006
at a cost of just $250 pesos for the entire series. Please email normashuh@yahoo.com for further information.
Coping with Depression
A new support group begins this month, led by Mental Health Therapist Sueanne Hagemann Lineberger. The group will be ongoing, meeting every other Wednesday night from 7-8:30 pm at no charge to participants. Group sessions will focus on ways to deal with depression, give you a chance to hear from others about how they cope, and we'll explore options for treatment. Please email sueannelineberger@gmail.com for more information.
Does My Insurance Work at Cornerstone?
There are so many different types of insurance, one never knows what works where! Meet with Hospital Cornerstone's Insurance Specialist, Raul Sataray and see how your specific insurance applies with Cornerstone. Consultations are free of charge and by appointment only. For more information, please send an email to Pamela Thompson at pmt15@hotmail.com.
Refresh Your Communication Skills!
Do you sometimes feel as if you are talking to a wall? Can't get your point across? Join Linda Abbott Trapp, PHD, as she presents a series of sessions on how to say what you mean. Linda, a true master of communication skills who's led hundreds of seminars throughout the United States, will be presenting this interactive, fast-paced seminar every other Wednesday from 6:45 pm to 9:30 pm.
• Skillful Communication in Stressful Situations - February 8, 2006
• Communicating across the gender and generation gaps - February 22, 2006
• Resolving conflict and creating a climate of mutual respect - March 8, 2006
• Building your confidence in communication - March 22, 2006
$100 pesos per session. Please email latrapp@prodigy.net.mx for further information.
Ongoing Pain Control Support Group
This group began a few months ago and has fast become a wonderful support system for those (or family members) suffering from Chronic Pain Syndrome. These free monthly meetings provide the opportunity for people that share the common denominator of pain to share ideas, provide assistance, and learn of alternative methods to deal with pain. The next meeting is scheduled for February 8, 2006. For more information, send an email to jrestivo7@yahoo.com.
Mammogram Day
Due to the community's tremendous response to "Mammogram Day," [to date they have performed 98 mammograms,] Cornerstone Hospital will be offering this service on a monthly basis. This month, tests will be conducted by appointment only on February 9th from 9am-3pm. A VERY important test for all women to have, Mammograms cost just $500 pesos. For more information, contact Pamela Thompson at pmt15@hotmail.com.
Dental Day
Do you KNOW that you need to go to the dentist but have been putting it off? Well, now is the time to take care of that. Hospital Cornerstone has just opened a new, state-of-the-art dental facility, complete with an English-speaking dental staff! On February 13th, they will be offering a dental check-up for only $100 pesos, which will be applied towards any future dental work. This is a good opportunity to take care of what you have put off for too long now! By appointment only.
Puerto Vallarta Blood Bank
Cornerstone Hospital and the Blood Bank of Puerto Vallarta are joining forces to bring the highest quality of services for patients that need blood. This means a continual effort to search for donors. If you are able to donate, please contact Pamela Thompson. With the multitude of visitors in the area this high season, the bank is basically "dry" and they are desperate for donations.
Valentine's Day Blood Drive
Curves of Bucerias, Ambulancias Global, the Blood Bank of Puerto Vallarta and Hospital Cornerstone will be sponsoring a Blood Drive in Bucerias on February 14th. There is only one Blood Bank in the entire area, servicing both tourists and locals alike. This is a super opportunity to give something back to the community!
My Doctor Says I have Hypertension, what Should I Do?
This too-common diagnosis is heard by a large number of the population. Dr. Jorge Chavez-Paez, a well known and respected cardiologist in the area will present a very interesting overview of the disease, prevention and treatment of hypertension. on February 16th at 7 pm. No Charge.
I have a Funny Mark on My Skin, is it Cancer?
With no other oncologist in the area, the Banderas Bay community is blessed to have Dr. Daniel Velasco, an oncological surgeon, practicing in Puerto Vallarta every Monday through Friday. With so many of us having spent years on the beach, searching for the perfect tan, we are now paying the price. Have a suspicious mole or marking? Make an appointment to see the doctor on February 21st from 9am-1pm. Consultations cost just $200 pesos, which will be applied towards further appointments/treatments.
Insurance Speaker for February
Sudy Coy, Worldwide Health Insurance Consultant to International Health Insurance Denmark [offering the IHI Silver and the IHI Premier plans] as well as AMEDEX [offering the Worldwide or Select Plans,] will present options for health insurance policies through Worldwide. Both companies offer coverage anywhere in the world including air evacuation. These companies offer a range of premium costs and coverages to fit the individual's budget. Materials covering all four options will be on-hand for review and discussion on February 22nd at 10 am. No charge.
What's New?
If you have seen the construction going on at Hospital Cornerstone over the past few months, you know that Phase II is nearly finished. Three dialysis units, a new chapel, a spacious conference room, 12 new private patient rooms, and an outdoor patio are all part of the second phase.
As always, Cornerstone Patient Services Coordinator, Pamela Thompson, and the staff at Cornerstone want to see you smile, and are ready to assist you in any way that they can. For further information, or to sign up for any of the above, feel free to drop Pamela a note at pmt15@hotmail.com, or call her at 224-8122 or 224-9400 Ext 136 to set up an appointment to sit down, chat and learn about all of the things Hospital Cornerstone has to offer to the Banderas Bay community. |
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