Get wellness tips and strategies

NEWPORT, R.I. — The September offering of the Newport Hospital Community Lecture Series will be a panel discussion on wellness. The program is set for 6:30 p.m. Sept. 13.

During the hour-long discussion, the physicians will share tips and strategies to keep yourself healthy and feeling your best. Stephanie Maryeski, M.D., director of primary care, Lifespan Physician Group, Newport, will moderate the program. She will be joined by family medicine physician Sami Assad, M.D.; hospitalist Hector Derreza, M.D.; internist Jeanne Oliva, M.D.; and Nickie Piermont, NP, health advocate for care transitions.

A free blood pressure and balance screening will be offered from 6 to 6:30 p.m., and light refreshments will be provided.

The program will be held in the Gudoian Conference Room at Newport Hospital, 20 Powel Ave. Seating is limited, so reservations are recommended.

For more information, or to reserve a seat, please call 401-845-1505, or visit www.newporthospital.org