Health & Fitness
The Howell Foundation presents Taking Back the Floor
Understanding Pelvic Floor Disorder Diagnosis and Treatment Options with guest speaker Dr. Lindsey Burnett
The Doris Howell Foundation, dedicated to supporting cutting-edge research to advance women’s health, is presenting Taking Back the Floor: Understanding Pelvic Floor Disorder Diagnosis and Treatment Options at its Lecture Series Event on Friday, November 15, 2024, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event will take place at the La Jolla Country Club, 7301 High Ave, La Jolla. Registration is required by Nov. 11.
In this informative session, guest speaker Dr. Lindsey Burnett will lead an engaging discussion on pelvic floor disorders and explain what they are, how they occur, and explore diagnosis and treatment options.
About the Speaker:
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Lindsey Burnett, MD, Ph.D. is a Reproductive Scientist Development Program Scholar and Assistant Professor in the Division of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at UC San Diego, blending her dual expertise as a scientist and physician. As the Director of the Pelvic Health After Birth program, Dr. Burnett focuses on improving pelvic health during and after pregnancy. Her research spans basic translational and clinical studies aimed at uncovering how pregnancy, delivery, aging, and metabolism contribute to pelvic floor disorders, including pelvic organ prolapse, recurrent urinary tract infections, and urinary and fecal incontinence.
The event cost is $60 and includes lunch and complimentary valet parking. Registration for the Nov. 15 presentation must be made by using this link (https://www.howellfoundation.org/upcoming-event/).
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About The Doris A. Howell Foundation
The Doris A. Howell Foundation for Women’s Health Research is dedicated to making a long-term, positive impact on women’s health. Established in 1995, the Howell Foundation accelerates women’s health research by awarding postgraduate research scholarships and grants to scientists researching issues affecting women’s health; and providing a forum for medical experts, scientists, doctors, and researchers to convey timely, cutting-edge information on topics relevant to women’s health and the health of their families; and through outreach programs that fund and support research initiatives that improve the health of under-served women and increase awareness and advocacy in the community.
