ATLANTIC GENERAL ANNOUNCES EDUCATION CALENDAR FOR DECEMBER 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.

Quit Smoking & Vaping Classes

Thursdays | 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Gudelsky Family Medical Center | 10614 Racetrack Road, Ocean Pines, MD 21811

This weekly group, hosted by the Worcester County Health Department, helps participants learn to set goals, create a quit plan, manage stress and control their health. Participants receive 1-on-1 support, group support, weekly prizes and quit resources. To register, please call 410-632-1100 (ext. 1102) or visit www.worcesterhealth.org.

Caregiver Support Group

Monday, December 2 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Burbage Regional Cancer Care Center

This monthly support group, facilitated by Atlantic General Hospital Palliative Social Worker Nicole Fry, LBSW, is a safe place for families, partners and other caregivers who share similar challenges and rewards of providing care for adults who have any type of serious illness. For more information, contact Nicole at nfry@atlanticgeneral.org or 410-641-2626.

Diabetes Support Group

Wednesday, December 4 | 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Berlin Library

The group provides discussion and education on the topic of diabetes. Contact Patti Yocubik at 410-641-4217 or pyocubik@atlanticgeneral.org for more information.

CPAP Mask Fitting

Thursday, December 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, December 10 | 3:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Atlantic General Neurology | 9714 Healthway Drive, 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, December 11 | 3:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Atlantic General Neurology | 9714 Healthway Drive, 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, December 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.

Grief Support Group

Wednesday, December 18 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 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.

CPAP Mask Fitting

Thursday, December 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, December 21 | 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Southgate Pond, Ocean Pines

Educate. Exercise. Empower. Join AGH registered dietitian Katie Dorsch for a brief presentation on how to eat healthy during these cold winter months. Following the discussion, Katie will lead the group for a walk around the park’s trail. What’s more, the first 10 participants to arrive will receive $10 Wal-Mart gift cards! For more information, contact Alyce Marzola at 410-641-9268 or amarzola@atlanticgeneral.org.

Cancer Support Group

Monday, December 30 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Burbage Regional Cancer Care Center

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, in treatment or in remission, we’re here for you. Together, we’ll face the challenges, celebrate the victories and build strength from our shared journey. Friends and family members are welcome and encouraged to participate. For more information, please call 410-641-2626.