Inova Loudoun Hospital Offering Several “Ask the Expert” Lectures

As part of its free “Ask the Expert” lecture series, Inova Loudoun Hospital will host three lectures during the month of May, Demystifying Common Foot and Ankle Conditions, Breast Cancer: What you Need to Know when the Rules Keep Changing, and Treatment Options for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD).

• Demystifying Common Foot and Ankle Conditions lecture on Wednesday, May 17 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.

The human foot is capable of handling hundreds of tons of force. But, the stress of carrying you around every day puts your feet at high risk of injury. Many suffer from sore, achy feet – often resulting from common foot problems like bunions, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, and plantar warts. Do you suffer from foot and ankle pain? Are you tired of searching for and trying countless remedies without relief? Join Board Certified Podiatrist Dr. Gary Kugler for an informative lecture as he Demystifies Common Foot & Ankle Conditions.

• Breast Cancer: What you Need to Know when the Rules Keep Changing lecture on Monday, May 22 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.

It’s often said that, “one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime”. What does this statement really mean? Board Certified, breast-only surgeon Dr. Virginia Chiantella will review the questions to ask your doctor to help determine your risk, how to how to navigate the sometimes conflicting issues of when and how to be screened, and cancer management in the age of Angelina.

• Treatment Options for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) lecture on Tuesday, May 23 from 6 – 7:30 p.m.

What’s the difference between PAD, blocked arteries, and claudication? And, more importantly, how should these conditions be treated and managed? Board Certified Vascular Interventional

Radiologist Dr. Salman Mufti and Board Certified Vascular Surgeon Dr. Reagan Quan as they discuss the latest advances in minimally-invasive endovascular interventions and surgical options.

All three lectures will be held at Inova Loudoun Hospital, 44045 Riverside Parkway, Leesburg, in Conference Rooms A&B (South Lobby Entrance). Please enter through the South Lobby. On-site parking and valet parking services are both available – free of charge.

Participation is free but seating is limited. To register visit inova.org/AskTheExpert or call 1.855.MY.INOVA (855.694.6682).

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Inova Loudoun Hospital, serving Loudoun County for over 100 years, is part of Inova, a not-for-profit healthcare system based in Northern Virginia that consists of hospitals and other health services, including emergency- and urgent-care centers, home care, nursing homes, mental health and blood donor services, and wellness classes. Governed by a voluntary board of community members, Inova’s mission is to improve the health of the diverse community it serves through excellence in patient care, education and research.

About Inova

Inova is a global leader in personalized health, which leverages precision medicine to predict, prevent and treat disease, enabling individuals to live longer, healthier lives. At Inova, we serve more than 2 million people each year from throughout the Washington, DC, metro area and beyond.

We are shaping the future of health through our integrated network of hospitals, primary and specialty care practices, emergency and urgent care centers, outpatient services and destination institutes. Our commitment to health and wellness is further reflected in our sustainable practices. Inova is home to world-class researchers, expert medical specialists and renowned scientists, who are driving innovation to improve patient care, prevent disease and promote wellness. For more information, visit inova.org, or find Inova on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.