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2008 - Phoenix Area
ObesityHelp Regional Event
When:
September 20, 2008, All day.About the area:
The Hilton Phoenix East in Mesa is a dramatic, atrium-style hotel with a resort flair. Gently enveloped by desert terrain, this Phoenix Arizona hotel provides convenient accessibility to the many engaging activities of the Valley of the Sun. Situated in the heart of the city's fastest growing corridor, the Hilton Phoenix East offers an equally ideal setting for business and leisure travel. This luxurious hotel is located only 12 miles from Sky Harbor International Airport.Announcements:
We have negotiated a special guest room rate of $119 per night with this hotel. Please be sure to call the toll-free number 1-800-544-5866 to reserve your room and use the booking code OBH to get the special rate! Get your rooms early! This room block will sell out. Remember that the hotels are chilly sometimes, so bring a sweater!Breakout sessions with Dr. David Seaton on Head Hunger, and a Grad Panel with motivational speakers! We have Scheib Financial coming with exciting news on life insurance, so check out their vendor table.
Don't forget to attend the Zumba breakout classes during the Phoenix event at the Hilton! Bring some comfy clothing! We have scheduled two sessions after lunch so you have a choice!
The event ticket price includes lite snacks at the Friday reception from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm and lunch and beverages on Saturday.
CORRECTION: IT WAS MISTAKENLY STATED ON OUR RECENT FLYER THAT DR. GITT WAS GIVING 20% OFF OF SURGERY FEES. THAT DISCOUNT WILL BE GIVEN BY HIS ASSOCIATE, DR. HEFFEL, ON FEES THAT RESULT FROM A SURGERY BOOKED WITH HIS OFFICE BY A REGISTERED ATTENDEE OF THIS OBESITYHELP EVENT, AND DR. GITT WILL BE OFFERING 10% OFF ANY PROCEDURES THAT RESULT FROM A CONSULTATION AT THIS EVENT. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY CONFUSION.
Schedule:
| General Schedule for Saturday | |
|---|---|
| 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM | Vendor Setup Time |
| 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM | Registration and Time to Visit the Vendors |
| 8:45 AM - 9:00 AM | Opening statements, Introductions, and MEET ZUMBA! |
| 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM | Dr. Steven M. Gitt |
| 9:55 AM - 10:40 AM | Dr. Eric Schlesinger |
| 10:50 AM - 11:35 AM | Janie E. Goodall, Psychologist |
| 11:35 AM - 12:15 PM | Vendor visit/Break |
| 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM | Catered Lunch/Schedule Update |
| 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM | Jenel Day, Nutritionist |
| 2:25 PM - 3:15 PM | Bette-Sue Burkland from Biggest Loser |
| 3:15 PM - 3:45 PM | Support Group Leader Ann Miller |
| 3:20 PM - 4:05 PM | Jeremy Gentles |
| 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM | Closing Remarks and Prize Giveaways! |
Speakers / Topics
Event Co-Sponsor - Steven M. Gitt, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Topic: "So you've lost the weight, now what?"
Who pays for it? How do I get it all done? How long will it take? Will I be happy with my results?
Steven M. Gitt, M.D., F.A.C.S. is the founder and medical director of North Valley Plastic Surgery. Dr. Gitt graduated college with distinction from UCLA and medical school with distinction from Wayne State University. Following a completion of training in General Surgery at Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix, and Plastic Surgery training at the prestigious University of Michigan medical center in Ann Arbor, Michigan, Dr. Gitt obtained certifications from the American Boards of Surgery and Plastic Surgery.
Dr. Gitt specializes in body contouring following successful weight loss. His comprehensive Post Bariatric program provides education, nutrition and support group opportunities. His cosmetic surgery skills include the most innovative techniques in the total body rejuvenation and rehabilitation for our accomplished weight loss patients.
Dr. Gitt will be giving FREE onsite private consultations.
Event Co-Sponsor - Eric Schlesinger, MD, FACS
"Everbody Deserves A Second Chance!"
Eric Schlesinger, MD, FACS will discuss the many ways in which you can obtain the success you deserve but has eluded you. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and the LA County/USC Surgery Program, he has dedicated his practice exclusively to the treatment of obesity. With ten years of experience and a special interest in patients needing a second chance, Dr. Schlesinger has the expertise to tailor a treatment program to your unique and individual needs. He is the first surgeon in Arizona certified in the use of the Stomaphyx devise a tool that has revolutionized revision surgery. By the end of this session you will understand the causes of weight regain and the options that will allow you to succeed and attain your goals.
LET'S GET HEALTHY!
Dr. Schlesinger will be giving FREE onsite private consultations.
Jeremy Gentles, Fitness Expert
Jeremy Gentles, MA, CSCS, is ObesityHelp's exercise physiologist. Jeremy studied Exercise Science at East Tennessee State University and is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
In his presentation, Jeremy will arm you with the knowledge to safely participate in a self-guided exercise program to assist you in achieving long-term success after weight loss surgery. He'll offer solutions for overcoming a multitude of obstacles that can get in the way of enjoying a full, active life. By helping you understand the why's and how's of exercise, Jeremy will empower you to knock down those obstacles, allowing you to become healthier through exercise. Come explore the benefits of having a healthy focus and learn how to properly and safely implement a weight/resistance training program.
It's your journey....Train for it!
Stress Reduction and Coping
Jenel Day, M.S., R.D., graduated from Colorado State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition and Food Science in 2001. Her graduate education was at Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas. Jenel was granted her Master of Science Degree in Family and Consumer Science in 2003. Since graduating, Jenel has been the Program Dietitian for the Bridges Centre for Surgical Weight Loss at St. Luke's Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona.
Dr. Janie Goodall
Dr. Goodall received her doctorate in clinical psychology from the Wisconsin School of Professional Psychology. While in graduate school she implemented and directed a pretrial diversion program for severely mentally ill individuals charged with a crime. She completed her internship and post-doctoral fellowship in behavioral health with Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare specializing in pain management, physical rehabilitation, and inpatient hospital consultations. Following her fellowship, Dr. Goodall developed a pilot program for integrated primary behavioral healthcare in which psychologists and primary care physicians provided coordinated care for patients. Dr. Goodall originally became involved in bariatrics doing presurgical evaluations during her internship, and now devotes two days a week providing psychological evaluations for individuals seeking weight loss surgery. She also facilitates a monthly peer support group for bariatric patients.
Costs and Ticket Information:
Event One Day Access - 2008 - Phoenix
Price: $40.00
Full access to the ObesityHelp event in Phoenix on September 19th, 6:30-8:30 pm & 20th, from 8 AM - 5 PM.
**Check out your State message board for a promotional discount code.