UPMC Offering Free Heart and Vascular Health and Cancer Seminars for Central PA Residents

HARRISBURG, PA., SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 - UPMC Heart & Vascular Institute in Central Pa. and UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Central Pa. are offering free health seminars in the fall to benefit the community. These seminars aim to raise awareness about health conditions and provide valuable insights into prevention, diagnosis, and treatment options.?

These seminars are open to everyone, especially those at risk of heart and vascular diseases and prostate cancer, caregivers, and anyone interested in learning more about the topics.

While the seminar is free, we encourage attendees to register in advance to secure their spot at UPMC.com/CentralPaEvents

Seminars include:
Answering Your Questions About Heart Surgery
Monday, Sept. 23, 6 p.m.
UPMC Memorial, Entrance B or C
1703 Innovation Drive, York
Speakers:

• Gagandeep Gurm, M.D., cardiologist

• Gail Gustafson, C.R.N.P., cardiology

• David Loran, M.D., cardiovascular surgeon

Light refreshments provided.

Prostate Cancer Doesn't Have to Define You
Tuesday. Sept. 24, 6:30 p.m.
Virtual - link provided at registration.
Speakers:

• Nathan Brooks, M.D., urologic oncologist

• Cindylou Connell, M.D., medical oncologist

• Najeeb Crossley, M.D., radiation oncologist

Cardiac Health from A to Z

Wednesday, Oct. 16, 6 p.m.

Lisa's Cafe on Chocolate, 63 W. Chocolate Ave., Hershey

Speakers:

• Arun Kanmanthareddy, M.D., interventional cardiologist

• Xin Jian Zhang, M.D., electrophysiologist

• Jason Stuck, M.D., cardiologist

Dinner provided.

Feet First: Navigating Vascular Health

Tuesday, Nov. 19, 5:30 p.m.

UPMC Lititz, Entrance B, Outpatient Services, Multi-purpose Room
1500 Highlands Drive, Lititz

Speakers:

• Krishnan Perumbala, D.P.M., podiatrist

• Steven Woratyla, M.D., vascular surgeon

Light refreshments provided.

About UPMC????
UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees - including more than 5,000 physicians - care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com?