• Fertility Options 2009 - January 22, 2009
• Breast Cancer Support Group for Spanish-Speaking Women - December 2008
• Bay Area Cancer Forum Genetic Testing - January 14, 2009
• “CRISIS MONEY MANAGEMENT FOR CANCER SURVIVORS” - December 4, 2008
• Together Facing Lung Cancer - November 18, 2008
• The Prostate Cancer Group - October 2008
• Man To Man - September 2008
• Staying Close and Connected - August 2008
• Weight-Loss Surgery Support Group - August 2008
• New Patient Orientation Class - July 2008
• Stress Reduction: The Practice of Mindfulness - July 2008
• Breast Cancer Support Group for Spanish Speaking Women - April 2008
• Breast Cancer Support Group - March 2008
• Man to Man - A Prostate Cancer Support Group - March 2008
• Chemical Dependency Workshops - February 2008
• Alta Bates Summit Offers Free Eating Disorders Seminar - February 28, 2008

Fertility Options 2009 - January 22, 2009

A discussion on state-of-the-art treatments for infertility



Alta Bates Summit Medical Center’s In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Donor Egg Program

Fertility Options 2009 – A discussion on state-of-the-art treatments for infertility

Alta Bates Summit In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) Program offers free monthly patient education seminars for potential parents. Our caring staff is committed to providing the best and most current information about fertility options including: IVF, IUI, Donor Eggs and Surrogacy. Meet physicians and staff and ask the questions that are important to you.

Where: Alta Bates Summit Campus
Berkeley

When: Thursday, January 22
6:30 – 8:00 pm

Cost: Free.

Contact: Registration is required. Please call for exact location.
To register, please call (510) 649-0440 or go to www.abivf.com

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Breast Cancer Support Group for Spanish-Speaking Women - December 2008

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center’s Latina Breast Health Program

Breast Cancer Support Group for Spanish-Speaking Women
We invite you to a FREE breast cancer support group for Spanish-speaking women.

Summit Campus, Providence Pavilion
Markstein Cancer Education and Prevention Services
3100 Summit Street, Ground Floor Conference Room
Oakland

First and third Tuesday of the month.
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

Cost: Free.

Contact: Registration is required.
To register, please call Marta Borbon Ehling, RN at
(510) 219-3532.

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Bay Area Cancer Forum Genetic Testing - January 14, 2009

A GATHERING OF HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS, RESEARCHERS,
PATIENTS, PATIENT ADVOCATES, FRIENDS AND FAMILIES

Who: Alta Bates Summit Medical Center’s Markstein Cancer Prevention Services

What: Should You Consider Genetic Testing?

Please join Brian A. Allen, M.S. Genetic Counselor with Myriad Genetic Laboratories as he discusses who should consider having a genetic test; what to do with the test results, informed consent and your confidentiality rights.

Knowing that you have inherited a mutation in a gene causing an increased risk for specific cancers can provide valuable information potentially helping a person determine their chance of developing a cancer. With specific genetic testing results a person may be armed with the right information to diagnose a malignant cancer early enough to allow successful treatment.

Where: Summit Campus, Providence Pavilion
Markstein Cancer Services
3100 Summit Street, Ground Floor Conference Room
Oakland

When: Wednesday, January 14, 2009
6:15 p.m.-7:45 p.m.

Cost: No fee but space is limited, registration requested
Contact: Please call Markstein Cancer Education Services at 510-869-8833 select option 2 to register.

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“CRISIS MONEY MANAGEMENT FOR CANCER SURVIVORS” - December 4, 2008

Bay Area Cancer Forum

A GATHERING OF HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS, RESEARCHERS, PATIENTS, PATIENT ADVOCATES, FRIENDS AND FAMILIES

Alta Bates Summit Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Markstein Cancer Education Services.

Please join Wayne Kirchoffer, a senior advisor with Bay Area Community Services (BACS) and financial planner Josephine White as they discuss creative management of medical bills and important financial considerations to protect your estate.

Where: Markstein Cancer Education Services
Summit Campus
3100 Summit Street
Oakland

When: Thursday, December 4
6:15 – 7:45 pm

Cost: There is no cost, but space is limited, registration requested

Contact: For more information and to register, please call
(510) 869-8833 (option #2)


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Together Facing Lung Cancer - November 18, 2008

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, The Comprehensive Cancer Center and Markstein Cancer Education Services

Together Facing Lung Cancer featuring a panel of physician and patient service experts. Because lung cancer is the number one cancer killer in California, many people will be directly or directly affected by this cancer.

This free program is offered to families, patients and loved ones to gain a better understanding about how to deal with the emotional challenges of lung cancer and the importance of working with your healthcare team to make informed decisions about care, support, and treatment.

Fontaine Auditorium, 400 Hawthorne St., Oakland
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
Summit Campus

When: Tuesday, November 18, 5:30-8:00 PM

Cost: This lecture is free.

Contact: Registration is requested.
Please call toll free 1-800-870-8705


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The Prostate Cancer Group - October 2008

Alta Bates Summit Comprehensive Cancer Center

This is an ongoing program for prostate cancer patients and
survivors that includes presentations by leading prostate
cancer experts and an information sharing and discussion
group.

Where: Comprehensive Cancer Center, Maffly Auditorium
Herrick Campus
2001 Dwight Way, Berkeley

When: Meets every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Cost: This support group is free.

Contact: To pre-register or for event schedule or additional information, please call (510) 204-6496.


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Man To Man - September 2008

The Markstein Cancer Education and Prevention Services, American Cancer Society and Us TOO Chapter.

A group meeting for men with prostate cancer which provides support, information and education. No one needs to face prostate cancer alone! Partners welcome!

Markstein Cancer Education and Prevention Services
Summit Campus, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
Providence Pavilion, Ground Floor (enter through the Family Resource Center)
3100 Summit Street, Oakland

The group meets the fourth Tuesday of each month from 6:15 – 7:45 pm

Cost: Free.

Contact: Call 510-869-8833 (option 2) to register or for more information.

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Staying Close and Connected - August 2008

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and the Markstein Cancer Education and Prevention Services.

Coping with a chronic or catastrophic illness? Get the strength to communicate your needs, feelings and desires. Dr. Connie Holmes has a specialty practice in counseling those touched by cancer. She will explore strategies with loved ones and survivor’s for open communications.

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
Markstein Cancer Education and Prevention Center
3100 Summit Street (inside the Family Resource Center), Oakland

Monday, September 22, 2008 6:15-7:30 PM

Cost: Free.

Enrollment limited. Call (510) 869-8833 (option #2) to reserve your space. Donations are appreciated.



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Weight-Loss Surgery Support Group - August 2008

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center’s Bariatric Surgery Program

Weight-Loss Surgery Support Group “New Beginnings”

Information and support group for people who have had or
are considering weight-loss surgery. Friends and family are welcome.

* Pre-operative patients considering Bariatric surgery, and
Post-operative patients who have had Bariatric surgery,
meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.
(in December, the group will meet on the 18th due to the
Christmas Holiday)

* Post-operative patients meet on the 2nd Saturday of each
month 10:00 am to 11:30 am.

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center’s
Bariatric Surgery Program, Providence Pavilion
3100 Summit Street, 2nd Floor, Suite 2600
Oakland

Cost: Free.

For more information call the Bariatric Surgery Program
(510) 869-8972 or send an email to absmcweight@sutterhealth.org

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New Patient Orientation Class - July 2008

Alta Bates Summit Comprehensive Cancer Center

An orientation class for new cancer patients receiving
treatment at the Comprehensive Cancer Center. Led by an
interdisciplinary team, this class provides information on
how to navigate the Cancer Center journey, what services
are available and how to access these services. Classes
are open to Cancer Center patients and their family or
caregivers.

Where: Alta Bates Summit Comprehensive Cancer Center
2001 Dwight Way, Berkeley

When: Classes held every Tuesday from 9:00 – 10:00
a.m. Facility tour afterwards.

Cost: This is a FREE program. Space is limited and registration is required.

Contact: Please call (510) 204-1591 to pre-register.

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Stress Reduction: The Practice of Mindfulness - July 2008

Mindfulness teaches us to be present in the moment
with whatever is happening in our lives. Through
this simple yet powerful practice, we can learn
how to transform our ability to cope with the stress
of everyday life, the stress of illness and begin to
cultivate mental balance, generosity and compassion
towards ourselves and others.

This experiential 8-week series includes detailed
instruction in body/mind relaxation techniques,
mindfulness meditation, gentle yoga and how to work
more skillfully with the challenges of daily life.

Where: Comprehensive Cancer Center, Herrick Campus
2001 Dwight Way, Berkeley

When: Please call (510) 204-4645 for information.

Cost: There is no cost, everyone is welcome.

Contact: Please pre-register with Maura Singer Williams, MA at (510) 204-4645.



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Breast Cancer Support Group for Spanish Speaking Women - April 2008

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center’s Latina Breast Health Program

We invite you to a FREE breast cancer support group for Spanish-speaking women.

Summit Campus, Providence Pavilion Markstein Cancer Education and Prevention Services
3100 Summit Street, Ground Floor
Oakland

First and third Monday of the month. 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Registration is required. To register, please call Marta Borbon Ehling, RN at
(510) 219-3532.
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Breast Cancer Support Group - March 2008

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center’s Markstein Cancer Education and Prevention Services

Receiving a diagnosis of breast cancer or having a recurrence can be extremely stressful. Not only may you feel confused, vulnerable and uninformed, you may also feel very much alone. The Breast Cancer Support Group meets twice a month to provide not only emotional support but serves as a safe place for women to talk about their fears, their treatment successes, and relationships--or just to listen to other women who are living with breast cancer.

First and third Wednesday
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm

Summit Campus, Providence Pavilion Markstein Cancer Education and Prevention Services

3100 Summit Street, Ground Floor
Oakland

Registration is required. To register or for more information call (510) 869-8833.

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Man to Man - A Prostate Cancer Support Group - March 2008

A group meeting for men with prostate cancer which provides support, information and education. No one needs to face prostate cancer alone! Partners welcome!

The group meets the fourth Tuesday of each month from 6:15 – 7:45 pm

Markstein Cancer Education and Prevention Services - Summit Campus, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, 3100 Summit Street Oakland Providence Pavilion, Ground Floor (enter through the Family Resource Center)

Call 510-869-8833 to register or for more information.

This FREE service is sponsored by the American Cancer Society, the Markstein Cancer Education and Prevention Services and Us TOO Chapter.

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Chemical Dependency Workshops - February 2008

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center’s MPI Chemical Dependency Treatment Services
workshops are for anyone with an interest in alcohol or drug abuse, whether it’s for themselves, their patients, family members or friends. Everyone is welcome to attend our free chemical dependency workshops held each Saturday. You will leave with a better understanding of the illness of chemical dependency and be prepared to help yourself or someone you care about move toward recovery.

Workshop topics rotate each week: The Disease of Chemical Dependency; The Family Illness; Family Intervention; Treatment and Recovery Issues.

When: Every Saturday except July 5, November 22 and December 23.
10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Where: Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
Health Education Center, Room 201
400 Hawthorne Avenue, Oakland

Cost: Free.

Contact: For more information or for more information about MPI Treatment Services call (510) 652-7000.

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Alta Bates Summit Offers Free Eating Disorders Seminar - February 28, 2008

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center’s Eating Disorders Program - Neal Anzai, MD, Medical Director of the Adolescent Behavioral Health and Eating Disorder programs.

“Starvation and Re-Feeding” An understanding of how semi-starvation contributes to the onset of Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa and implications for recovery.

10 million females and 1 million males in the U.S. are battling Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa. In recognition of National Eating Disorders Awareness Day, hundreds of programs across the country will offer education and support to those suffering from eating disorders and their loved ones who suffer along with them. Alta Bates Summit Medical Center's Comprehensive Eating Disorder Program is offering a free Educational Seminar to correct some common misperceptions about the onset and recovery from Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa in both adolescents and adults. (Unfortunately, due to the specialized nature of Eating Disorder treatment, Binge-Eating Disorder and Obesity will not be covered in this talk.)

Free eating disorder information will be available for adolescents and adults.

Thursday, February 28, 2008
4:00 to 5:30 p.m.

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
Herrick Campus, Maffly Auditorium
2001 Dwight Way, Berkeley.

This free service is sponsored by Alta Bates Summit Medical Center’s Behavioral Health Services and Eating Disorders Program.

For more information call (510) 204-4580.

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