Atlantic General Announces Education Calendar for February 2024

Category: News, Press Releases
Posted On: Jan 25, 2024

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

1^st and 2^nd Wednesday of the month – Non-Surgical patients

3^rd and 4^th Wednesday of the month – Surgical patients

Please contact the Atlantic General Bariatric Center for more information: 410-641-9568.

CPAP Mask Fitting

Thursday, February 1 | 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.

Heart Healthy Fair

Saturday, February 3 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Ocean Pines Library – East Room

Get to know your heart health with free: carotid artery screenings, cholesterol screenings (12-hour fast required), blood pressure screenings, healthy diet information with a registered dietitian and heart healthy education. For more information, please contact Alyce Marzola at 410-641-9268.

Diabetes Support Group

Wednesday, February 7 | 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.

Parkinson’s Support Group

Tuesday, February 13 | 3:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Atlantic General Neurology | 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.

CPAP Mask Fitting

Thursday, February 15 | Appointment Only

Virtual Walk with a Doc

Saturday, February 17 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Atlantic General Hospital’s Facebook Page

Educate. Exercise. Empower. Join us for our monthly Walk with a Doc! Visit our Facebook page at 9 a.m. to watch an Atlantic General medical expert hold a brief discussion about an important health topic. After watching, go for a walk on your favorite route and share a selfie on social media using #WalkedWithAGH. For more information, contact Alyce Marzola at 410-641-9268 or amarzola@atlanticgeneral.org.

Stroke Support Group

Wednesday, February 21 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Atlantic General Neurology | 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, February 21 | 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.

Grief Support Group

Wednesday, February 28 | 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.

Heart Healthy Diet Seminar with Registered Dietitian Katie Dorsch

Wednesday, February 28 | 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Berlin 50 Plus Center

Atlantic General registered dietitian Katie Dorsch will host a presentation and cooking demonstration on Heart Healthy Diets. For more information, please contact Alyce Marzola at 410-641-9268.