Winter Lecture Series

Registration is required for the following events. Please call Direct Doctors_SM Plus physician referral and class registration line at 1-800-882-7445.

Vitamin D and Your Health

Francis DiBona, MD

January 13, 11:30 AM
Woodside Country Club
Complimentary lunch

Vitamin D not only helps your body absorb calcium to keep bones healthy, but may also help control your blood pressure and reduce your risk of diabetes, heart attack, rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis. Learn more about the benefits of vitamin D and how to make it a part of your daily regimen.

Navigating the Emergency Department

Cathy Robey-Williams, Administrative Director, Clinical Operations

January 19, 6 PM
Christian Heritage Church
Complimentary dinner

Emergency Departments (ED) are typically busy places that most of us try to avoid. But you can help make the experience less stressful by knowing what to expect and what to do should you or a loved one need emergency care for injury or illness.

Coronary Artery Disease

Ansermo L. Arthur, MD, FACC

February 2, 6 PM
Lighthouse Baptist Church
Complimentary lunch

Heart disease impacts more than 13 million Americans, yet many people don't know they have it until they have a heart attack. Learn what you can do to slow heart disease and reduce your risk for future problems, even if you have already had a heart attack.

Cardiac Catheterization

Todd Franke, Manager, Cardiovascular Services

February 3, 11:30 AM
ARMC, Classrooms A–B
Complimentary lunch

Cardiac catheterization is used to examine blood flow to the heart and test how well the heart is pumping. Specialists can view the outline of coronary arteries and more precisely determine the extent of blockages in the vessels. Find out what to expect during this procedure, learn about the future of ARMC's cath lab and take a tour.

Family and Friends CPR Training

Lauren Harris, RN

February 25, 6:30 PM
ARMC, Classrooms A–B
Free for first 50 registrants

CPR helps double the chances of survival for a person in cardiac arrest. Would you know how to properly perform CPR in an emergency? In recognition of National Heart Month, ARMC is providing this training free to the first 50 people who register for the February session.

Heart Disease in a Nutshell

Gregory Eaves, MD

March 18, 5:30 PM free screenings,
6 PM complimentary dinner
Edgefield First Baptist Church

Heart disease, including coronary and congenital diseases, heart attack and congestive heart failure, is the leading cause of death in the U.S. Learn about its potential causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Free blood pressure and blood sugar screenings will be available.

The ABCs of Colorectal Disease

David H. Gibbs, MD

March 30, 6 PM
Cedar Creek Country Club
Complimentary dinner

Learn about colorectal cancer, as well as common conditions such as constipation, diarrhea and hemorrhoids.

Weight-Loss Surgery Seminars

Edward J. Rapp II, MD

January 28, 6 PM, Newberry Hall
February 11, 6 PM, USC–Aiken
Business Conference Center (BCC)
March 25, 6 PM, USC–Aiken BCC
Complimentary dinner

Reports show that gastric banding surgery can be an effective weight-loss option for people who are severely obese. It can help prevent serious conditions, such as diabetes and heart disease. Learn about the laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding surgery -- now available at ARMC. This seminar helps those seriously considering weight-loss surgery to learn about the procedure, its benefits and ARMC's comprehensive program.