Newton-Wellesley Hospital Presents Fall Orthopaedic Lecture Series

NEWTON, MA – Medical experts at Newton-Wellesley Hospital will present an orthopaedic lecture series this fall it the Ambulatory Care Center.

Join the staff as they address a range of orthopaedic issues, including injury prevention treatment for low back pain, minimally invasive surgical procedures and a number of other topics.

Each lecture will be followed by a Q&A session. Refreshments will be served and parking is free.

The Newton-Wellesley Ambulatory Care Center is located at 159 Wells Ave. in Newton. Here's a look at the fall lectures:

Tues., Sept. 20

6:30-8pm

Treatment for Low Back Pain

NWH Spine Center Staff:

• Dr. Lou Jenis – multidisciplinary care
• Dr. Alec Meleger-- causes, treatments, and prevention of acute and chronic low back pain
• Dr. Jessica Aidlen – minimally invasive surgical options
• Dr. Antje Barreveld—radiofrequency ablation and other interventions for chronic pain
• Dr. Dana Kotler and Dr. Joanne Borg-Stein-- pilates, regenerative biologic injections and other approaches
• Physical Therapy Staff -- importance of education, movement and functionally oriented approach

Tues., Oct. 18

6:30-8pm

Joint Health: Advances in Hip and Knee Replacement

• Dr. Hany Bedair, Medical Director, Newton-Wellesley Hospital Kaplan Joint Center

This lecture will discuss recent developments in joint replacement surgery to increase mobility, minimize pain, and provide a quicker recovery and return to a more active lifestyle.

Tues., Nov 15

6:30-8pm

Sports Injury in Athletes

• Dr. Robert Nascimento, Assistant Chief, Sports Medicine, Newton-Wellesley Hospital

This lecture will discuss types and causes of common sports injuries, treatment options, and injury prevention associated with athletes and physically active individuals.

For more information, visit www.nwh.org/community or call 617.243.6383.

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