Atlantic General Announces Education Calendar for October 2023
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T.O.P.S. of Berlin – Group #169
Mondays | 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1
Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a weekly support and educational group promoting weight loss and living a healthy lifestyle. Contact Rose Campion at (410) 641-0157 for more information.
Bariatric Support Groups
Online Zoom Call
1st and 2nd Wednesday of the month – Non-Surgical patients
3rd and 4th Wednesday of the month – Surgical patients
Please contact the Atlantic General Bariatric Center for more information: 410-641-9568.
Diabetes Education
Monday, October 2 | 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Snow Hill Library
Education on the topic of diabetes. Contact Alyce Marzola at amarzola@atlanticgeneral.org for more information.
Diabetes Support Group
Wednesday, October 4 | 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Berlin Library
The group provides discussion and education on the topic of diabetes. Contact Darlene Jameson at 410-208-9761 or djameson@atlanticgeneral.org for more information.
CPAP Mask Fitting
Thursday, October 5 | Appointment Only
Atlantic General Hospital’s Sleep Disorders Diagnostic Center hosts a mask fitting clinic for patients who are having trouble adjusting to their CPAP equipment. This is a completely FREE service, but requires the patient to call ahead to set up an appointment. To schedule, contact Robin Rohlfing at 410-641-9726.
Parkinson’s Support Group
Tuesday, October 10 | 3:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Atlantic General Neurology Office | 314 Franklin Avenue Suite 104, Berlin, MD
For individuals living with Parkinson's disease, as well as their caregivers. Group provides discussions and mutual support, along with education on exercise, nutrition, coping techniques, medications, and developments in treatment. To reserve, contact Kay Kinnikin at 410-641-4765 or kkinnikin@atlanticgeneral.org.
Stroke Support Group
Wednesday, October 18 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Atlantic General Neurology Office | 314 Franklin Avenue Suite 104, Berlin, MD
For stroke survivors, family and friends. Please contact (410) 641-4765 or bglime@atlanticgeneral.org for more information.
Breast Cancer Support Group
Wednesday, October 18 | 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Burbage Regional Cancer Care Center
For survivors and current patients battling breast cancer. Please call Women Supporting Women at (410) 548-7880 for more information.
CPAP Mask Fitting
Thursday, October 19 | Appointment Only
Atlantic General Hospital’s Sleep Disorders Diagnostic Center hosts a mask fitting clinic for patients who are having trouble adjusting to their CPAP equipment. This is a completely FREE service, but requires the patient to call ahead to set up an appointment. To schedule, contact Robin Rohlfing at 410-641-9726.
Walk with a Doc
Saturday, October 21 | 9:00 a.m.
South Gate Park, Ocean Pines
Educate. Exercise. Empower. Join us for our monthly Walk with a Doc! This month’s speaker is Michelle Farlow, CRNP, of Atlantic General Women’s Health, who will discuss women’s preventative care. Contact Alyce Marzola at amarzola@atlanticgeneral.org for more information.
Grief Support Group
Wednesday, October 25 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1
The goal of the support group is to provide participants with hope for the future. Please contact Gail Mansell at (410) 641-9725 or gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org for more information.
Community Flu Vaccine Clinics
October 2, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
St. Mary Star of the Sea Holy Savior Parish
1705 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, Md.
October 7, 2023* | 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Barrett Medical Office Building (drive-thru)
10231 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin, Md.
October 9, 2023* | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Pocomoke Fire Department
1410 Market St., Pocomoke, Md.
October 14, 2023 | 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Bethany United Methodist Church - Pocomoke
205 Market St., Pocomoke, Md.
October 17, 2023* | 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Ocean Pines Community Center
235 Ocean Pkwy., Ocean Pines, Md.
October 18, 2023* | 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Stevenson United Methodist Church’s Spirit Kitchen
123 N. Main St., Berlin, Md.
October 20, 2023* | 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Ocean Pines Community Center (drive-thru)
235 Ocean Pkwy., Ocean Pines, Md.
October 21, 2023* | 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Snow Hill Fire Department
4718 Snow Hill Rd., Snow Hill, Md.
*High-dose vaccines available at this clinic.