Orlinda Worthington
Public Relations Coordinator
406-447-2520
oworthington@stpetes.org
For immediate release:  April 1, 2010

  "Women’s Healthy Hour," a relaxing, after-work social event, is planned for Tuesday, April 13, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Hospital.  All women are encouraged to attend the free wellness event to learn about St. Peter’s new Women's Health Institute.  Please use the Hospital's Main Entrance off Winne Avenue.

    Those attending will hear brief physician presentations, tour a new Health Resource Center, and be treated to free wellness screenings, mini-manicures, skin care demonstrations, sparkling cider and healthy hors d’oeuvres.

  Pathologist Maria Braman, M.D., will introduce the Women’s Health Institute and its inaugural Breast Health, Pelvic Relaxation and Incontinence programs.  Nurse Navigator Kari Parmer, R.N., will speak on how she assists breast cancer patients through their treatment journey; and the services, equipment and care available at St. Peter’s.  Obstetrician/Gynecologists Jack McMahon, M.D., and Drew Malany, M.D., will speak about state-of-the-art treatments for pelvic relaxation and incontinence.  Women will also be introduced to the other physicians, surgeons, technicians, and nurses partnering with the Women's Health Institute.

  St. Peter’s Women’s Health Institute (WHI) is a collaborative organization comprised of St. Peter’s Hospital and aligned members of its medical staff dedicated to developing and promoting coordinated, multi-disciplinary clinical programs tied to important women’s health issues.  The WHI will provide educational resources for community members and physicians focused on relevant women’s health issues.

  For more information about "Women’s Healthy Hour," visit www.stpetes.org, or call 444-2135.

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