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Women's Health Advisory Council of Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital Hosts Seventh Annual "House Calls"

The Women’s Health Advisory Council will host its signature event, “House Calls,” bringing to the community an intimate night of discussion and presentations on a broad range of healthcare topics. Five physician presenters will offer advice and provide a unique view into the healthcare industry.

This year’s attendees will begin the evening with a lively panel discussion themed Advancing Health Issues in Our Community, followed by a small-group session of their choosing.

Topic discussions include:

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  • Acute Stroke: Warning Signs and Advancements in Treatment, Michael Peters, MD
  • Metabolic Health to Prevent Heart Disease and Diabetes: What We've Learned that can Make a Difference, Neil Stone, MD
  • Supportive Oncology: Enhancing Wellness, Dignity and Survivorship, Steven Rosen, MD
  • Understanding Palliative Care: Relief and Support for Aging Parents and Their Families, Martha Twaddle, MD
  • Ask Your Pediatrician, Michael Bauer, MD

House Calls is an annual event of the Women’s Health Advisory Council. The goal of the event is to present vital health and wellness information and to offer access to some of Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital’s leading physicians and clinical partners in an informal setting.

The Women’s Health Advisory Council is a volunteer board comprised of women from the Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital community whose mission is to promote the importance of health issues through educational events and activities.

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Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served, followed by dinner, dessert and musical entertainment.

Event tickets are $110 per person or $800 per table. Those interested in attending must RSVP to the Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital Office of Philanthropy by phone at 847.535.6111.

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