Speakers Bureau
Abington Health offers a comprehensive Speakers Bureau that can bring customized programs on a variety of specific health and medical topics to clubs, churches and other organizations in our community. If you would like a clinical representative from Abington Health to provide one of the programs listed below or if you would like a customized program, please call the following at :
- Abington Memorial Hospital Speakers Bureau at 215-481-7679 or
- Lansdale Hospital Speakers Bureau at 215-361-4421
You may also contact us by email
Speakers for your event are based upon availability. A minimum number of attendees (15-20 attendees) are required to hold the program. Please allow 6-8 weeks for scheduling purposes. Programs will not be scheduled after 7:00 pm.
Topics
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Chase Your Blues Away
Reasons, symptoms and treatment for depression in seniors
BONE and JOINT
Hobbling Hips, Wimpy Knees, Spastic Spine
The latest techniques and minimally invasive procedures for the hip, knee and spine
Oh, My Aching Back
Causes, symptoms, risk factors and treatments for lower back pain
Considering a Joint Replacement?
Facts and answers on questions about joint replacement
Staying in the Game
Prevention of sports related injuries in children and adults
Don’t Let Arthritis Keep You Down
Helpful ways to find relief, improve mobility and treat your symptoms
No Bones About It
Prevention and treatment of osteoporosis
BRAIN
The Impact of Concussions on Student Athletes
The short and long term side effects and treatments for concussions
Balancing Act
Techniques and information to help you improve your balance
Headache or Migraine
Facts about migraine, sinus, and tension headaches
A to Zzzzzzzzzz’s of Sleep
How to get a good night’s sleep in spite of insomnia, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome and snoring
Stroke Alert: When Seconds Count
Stroke symptoms, prevention and recovery
Alzheimer’s or Forgetfulness
Find out the difference between normal forgetfulness and the onset of Alzheimer’s disease.
CANCER
Cancer: The More You Know
An overview of the following cancers: breast, colon and lung
Colon Health: Staying On Tract
Facts on colon health, including the prevention and detection of colon cancer
Don’t Procrastinate: Check Your Prostate
Risk factors, early detection, prevention, and course of treatment
Testicular Cancer: Self-Screening
Information on testicular cancer and prevention through self-screening
Don’t Get Burned
Early detection and successful treatments for skin cancer
Breast Health: What Every Woman Needs To Know
Common breast changes, risk factors, screening and diagnostic tests, types and stages of breast cancer and treatment
DENTAL CARE
Keep Smiling
Gum disease, tooth decay, dry mouth and how dental health prevents cardiovascular disease
DIABETES
Beating Diabetes
Gain control of diabetes while maintaining an optimal state of health and wellbeing.
Save Your Soles
Proper foot care for diabetics and how to prevent complications associated with the disease.
EMERGENCY CARE
What to Expect in the ER
Alleviate stress associated with a visit to the ER
Safety Prevention
Safety tips to reduce the incidence of accidents
HEART
Cholesterol: Know Your Numbers
The difference between LDL and HDL, prevention tips and treatments for lowering your cholesterol
You Gotta Have Heart
An overview of risk factors, prevention and treatment for a healthy heart
Get To the Heart of the Matter: For Women
Cardiac disease is different in women, including different risk factors, symptoms and treatment options.
Are You Out Of Circulation?
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), circulatory problems, varicose veins and your treatment options
Congestive Heart Failure
New techniques in cardiosurgery and a new procedure for congestive heart failure
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Symptoms, risk factors and diagnostic testing information
LUNGS
Love Your Lungs
Facts on asthma, emphysema, lung cancer, smoking and treatment options
What Is COPD?
Symptoms and treatments available for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Breathe Easy: How to Control Asthma
Management of triggers and current treatments to keep asthma under control
Don’t Let Your Life Go Up In Smoke
Techniques for quitting smoking and staying smoke-free.
NUTRITION
Snack Attack
Choose the right snacks and put an end to endless munching.
Make It Quick
Make the best choices when eating out.
SENIOR HEALTH
Maximize Your Memory
How to remember what you are starting to forget
Caregiving 101: Taking Care of the Caregiver
Taking care of your health while you are the caregiver
Healthy Steps
Increase your awareness and knowledge of how to reduce falls.
Chase Your Blues Away
Reasons, symptoms and treatment for depression in seniors
Using Medications Wisely
Things you can do to make sure your medications work best for you.
STOMACH
Got GERD?
Management of heartburn and gastro-esophageal reflux disease
STRESS
Stress Less: How to Find Calm in the Midst of Stressful Living
Reduce stress through meditation, image therapy and mindfulness.
WOMEN’S HEALTH
The Change
The transitioning symptoms of Menopause
No Bones About It
How to treat osteoporosis
Take Control
An overview of female pelvic organ prolapse and surgical options
Requirements
- Participants must be a non-profit or civic organization within the hospital's service area, and host an audience of 15 individuals or more.
- A minimum of four weeks notice is required for each request.
- A contact person must be available to greet and introduce the speaker the day of the event.
- Speakers are available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Event Reservation
- Before calling, review our list of topics. The coordinator will assist you in determining which speaker/topic is right for your event, and will make the final arrangements. Every effort will be made to accommodate your request.
- To schedule a speaker, call 215-481-7679 or email: AMH-HealthEd@amh.org.
