MS Society: Greater Delaware Valley

Couples and MS Teleconference

pae — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:05:02 +0000

Having MS can affect the day-to-day and long-term realities of relationships. This call features a formal presentation and question and answer period.

Take Charge of Your Care with Suzanne Smeltzer

pae — Mon, 19 May 2008 21:08:15 +0000

Session on taking control of your health care from the 2008 Women Against MS Conference featuring Suzanne Smeltzer RN, the Director of Villanova University’s Nursing Research Program.

Women’s Research Update with Dr. Dina Jacobs

pae — Mon, 19 May 2008 21:07:06 +0000

Research Update session from the 2008 Women Against MS Conference. The session features Dr. Dina Jacobs from the University of Pennsylvania.

Positively Ageless with Linda Noble Topf

pae — Mon, 19 May 2008 21:05:42 +0000

The Positively Ageless session from the 2008 Women Against MS Conference. This keynote presentation features noted author and speaker Linda Noble Topf and Diane Chew if the Inquiry Institute.

Finding Your Balance with Michelle Rifkin

pae — Mon, 19 May 2008 21:04:08 +0000

The Finding Your Balance workshop from the 2008 Women Against MS Conference. Michelle Rifkin is an occupational therapist and the owner of Healthrough Action.

Empowerment with Claudia Curry

pae — Mon, 19 May 2008 21:02:15 +0000

The empowerment session from the 2008 Women Against MS conference. The session features Claudia Curry, the Director of the Women’s Center at Philadelphia Community College.

WOGL: Walk MS, local services and much more

pae — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 20:32:05 +0000

Brad Segal of WOGL sits down with Malika Abd Al-Hakeem, services manager, and Megan Dipanni, vice president of development, to discuss the issues surrounding living with MS and how everyone can get involved in events like Walk MS to create a world free of this disease.

Progressive MS: Who’s in Charge?

pae — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 18:38:47 +0000

Hosted by Shelley Peterman Schwarz, this one hour teleconference specifically for people living with progressive MS was held in March, 2008. This episode focuses on helping people living with progressive MS take more control over their health care and their entire lives. Part 3 of 3.

Progressive MS: Tips for Memory and Daily Living

pae — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 18:36:45 +0000

Hosted by Shelley Peterman Schwarz, this one hour teleconference specifically for people living with progressive MS was held in February, 2008. This episode focuses on meeting the day-to-day challenges of a life with progressive MS, including improving your ability to remember important details. Part 2 of 3.

Progressive MS: Meeting Life’s Challenges

pae — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 18:29:12 +0000

Hosted by Shelley Peterman Schwarz, this one hour teleconference specifically for people living with progressive MS was held in January, 2008. Part 1 of 3.

Complementary and Alternative Medicine

pae — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 20:11:53 +0000

Jingduan Yang, MD, Myrna Brind Center of Integrative Medicine, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Learn about complementary therapies and how they can work with your current medical treatment regimen to help you manage your symptoms. Dr. Yang brings both traditional and alternative perspectives as a leading neurologist, psychiatrist, acupuncturist and Chinese medicine practitioner at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia.

Joining the Movement: How You Can Make a Difference

pae — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 20:03:53 +0000

Susan J. Ellis, Energize, Inc.

Creating a world free of MS requires the commitment of millions of people, including you. This session will examine the many different ways you can join the movement in a way that reflects your unique talents, abilities and lifestyle. As someone who cares about the fight against MS, you can make a difference and benefit from becoming active in this important mission.

Dialogue with the Doctors — When MS Progresses

pae — Thu, 29 Nov 2007 19:56:51 +0000

Laura Balcer, MD, MSCE, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine A.M. Rostami, MD, PhD, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Jeffrey Greenstein, MD, Multiple Sclerosis Institute and Multiple Sclerosis Research Institute Donald Barone, DO, MS Center of South Jersey Clyde Markowitz, MD, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Thomas Leist, MD, PhD, Thomas Jefferson University Hospita

Join some of the region’s top MS experts in a conversation about what happens when MS starts to progress. Get answers to your questions, such as how to tell if your MS is progressing, or what treatment options are available.

Researching the Cures

pae — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 16:57:02 +0000

John R. Richert, MD, National MS Society

Just as each person experiences MS differently, the future of MS therapies may hold not one cure, but several. In this session, you will hear about the Society’s research efforts, which follow several important pathways aimed at arresting, reversing and preventing MS. We have the privilege of hearing Dr. Richert explain these paths and describe how the future could look for people with MS. He also will answer questions from the audience.

Living Well With MS

pae — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 16:39:46 +0000

Ida Ladner, MS, Ageless Exercise

Studies show that exercise, as part of a healthy lifestyle, helps boost mood, increase flexibility and improve sleep patterns. This seminar, led by an innovator in exercise for individuals with MS, will inspire you and those around you to add exercise to your daily routine.

Dialogue with the Doctors — Treatment Options

pae — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 16:26:34 +0000

Laura Balcer, MD, MSCE, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine A.M. Rostami, MD, PhD, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Jeffrey Greenstein, MD, Multiple Sclerosis Institute and Multiple Sclerosis Research Institute Donald Barone, DO, MS Center of South Jersey Clyde Markowitz, MD, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Thomas Leist, MD, PhD, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Be a part of this unique panel discussion with some of the region’s top MS experts as they discuss current treatment options and future breakthroughs in the fight against MS.

Approaching Your Career Crossroads

pae — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 16:20:24 +0000

Lauren Caruso, PhD, International Multiple Sclerosis Management Practice

Family members often are the first to notice changes in a loved one’s mood, memory and cognitive abilities, but it can be difficult to know whether it is MS that’s causing the changes. This workshop will explore the unique role of caregivers in recognizing cognitive changes in people living with MS, and strategies they can use to help.

Adjusting to a New Diagnosis

pae — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 15:45:38 +0000

Sondra DeAntonio, MD, Neurologist Maureen Beilman, MEd, Clinical Counselor

This session picks up where many MS 101 courses leave off, providing a holistic approach to the emotional, social and real-life impact of learning you have MS. The facilitators, a neurologist and a counselor, both have MS themselves and also have treated many people with the disease. This session promises to be an intimate look at how the MS diagnosis changes lives.

Caregivers Guide to Cognitive Changes

pae — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 15:28:46 +0000

Lauren Caruso, PhD, International Multiple Sclerosis Management Practice

Family members often are the first to notice changes in a loved one’s mood, memory and cognitive abilities, but it can be difficult to know whether it is MS that’s causing the changes. This workshop will explore the unique role of caregivers in recognizing cognitive changes in people living with MS, and strategies they can use to help.

Caregiver’s Journey

pae — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 15:14:28 +0000

Barry Jacobs, PhD, Crozer-Keystone Family Medicine Residency Program

Back by popular demand, Barry Jacobs’ workshop is a can’t-miss for caregivers! This session addresses the feelings, needs and emotional stages that caregivers experience, and how they can create the support structure necessary to take care of themselves, too. This workshop seeks to educate caregivers, clients and healthcare providers about the many aspects of caregiver support.