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Walk through the doors of A Woman’s Journey. We urge you to come alone or with a friend or colleague. You will find it exhilarating, stimulating, empowering and for some, lifesaving. Doors open at 9 a.m. for heart-healthy refreshments, check-in and an opportunity to speak with area physicians. The program begins promptly at 9:30 a.m.
Event Description: 2019 Presentations
• On Target: Learn about the benefits of proton beam therapy for treating gynecological cancers and plans to bring this technology to the Greater Washington Area from radiation oncologist Akila Viswanathan.
• Secrets of a Woman’s Heart: Preventive cardiologist Erin Michos reveals the impact of biological sex, sex hormones and gender on heart disease in women including unique symptoms of cardiovascular disease in women and diagnoses that occur exclusively in women.
• Promising News about Dementia: Revelations about the relationship between inflammation and rising blood pressure as we age and dementia may offer clues to reducing the likelihood of memory loss according to neurologist Rebecca Gottesman.
Registration fees:
Individual (1 registrant): $40
Premium Table includes registration for 10, reserved seating (1 registrant): $500
