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01 August 2002
UCSF events for September and October, 2002
MISSION BAY TOURS
Mission Bay Tours Sign-up for tours of the site where UCSF is building its new 43-acre campus. Visitors also stop at the Catellus Mission Bay Visitors Center located at 255 Channel St. where they can view plans for the revitalization of the entire 303-acre neighborhood. Tours begin at 12 noon and end about 1:30 pm at the UCSF library, 530 Parnassus Ave. on the 3rd Thursday of each month. The tours are scheduled for September 19 and October 17. Call in advance for reservations: (415) 476-6547. EVENTS
Saturday, September 1- Tuesday, December 31 1st Laurel Heights Art Exhibit Showcase on display daily from 8 am-5 pm on Sub Level 1 at 3333 California St. The exhibit features talents of Laurel Heights’ faculty and staff, and is a rotating show designed to feature unique and diverse art work. For more information, call (415) 476-2675 or email rmangio@casmail.ucsf.edu. Tuesday, September 3 The Osher Center for Integrative Medicine sponsors a free information session on September 3 about classes on “Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)” from 6:30 – 9 pm at 1701 Divisadero St., Suite 150. Brooke M. Stone, LCSW, will teach the MBSR classes on Thursday nights from September 5 through October 24, including an all-day session on October 19. Cost is $300, with a 20 percent discount for UCSF faculty, staff and students. For more information, call (415) 353-7700 or visit the website: http://www.ucsf.edu/ocim.
Thursday, September 12 The Osher Center for Integrative Medicine sponsors a free lecture on “Transforming Headaches: Ten Ways to Manage Them Naturally” presented by Jan Mundo, CMT, CMSC, from 12 noon to 1 pm at 1701 Divisadero St., Suite 150. The talk is free and open to the public. For more information, call (415) 353-7700 or visit the website: http://www.ucsf.edu/ocim.
Saturday, September 14 My Brother’s Keeper. IMPACT (IMProving Access, Counseling and Treatment for Californians with Prostate Cancer) sponsors a take-charge-of-your–life event about cancer at Jones Memorial United Methodist Church, 1975 Post St., from 8:30 am –2:30 pm. The forum will provide valuable information about cancer that can save lives; the focus is the African American community because cancer is the second leading cause of death among African Americans, with the diagnosis of prostate cancer in men the most common. Chairs of the event include Mack Roach II, MD, UCSF associate professor of radiation oncology, medical oncology and urology; Gary D. Grossfeld, MD, UCSF associate professor of urology; and Marc A. Shuman, MD, associate director of the prostate cancer program at UCSF. Co-sponsors include the UCSF Comprehensive Cancer Center, Mount Zion Health Fund and HERC (Heath and Environmental Resource Center.) The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call (415) 353-7390.
Sunday, September 15 Champions Run for Children. The annual running event and festival to benefit the Pediatric HIV/AIDS Program at UCSF Children’s Hospital is set for 8:00 am to 1:00 pm at Kezar Stadium in Golden Gate Park. Free to spectators, the event sponsored by Peter St. Geme, Inc. features a fun run for all ages, races for children from ages three to 18, and a chance to watch some of the world’s fastest men and women runners compete for $30,000 in prizes in the Champions Run Invitational Mile. Diane Wara, MD, professor of Pediatrics, director of the UCSF Pediatric Clinical Research Center and of the UCSF Pediatric HIV/AIDS program, invites families and the UCSF community to enjoy the races, free food, and festive atmosphere. The 5K “Bananaman Chase,” sponsored by Jamba Juice, begins at 9 am, the invitational men’s and women’s mile races at 10 am and the children’s races sponsored by Whole Foods Market begin at 11 am. Fees to participate in the races are $25 for adults, $15 for children, with discounts for early registration. Contact Rhodyco Productions (415) 759-2690 or www.rhodyco.com
Wednesday, September 18-Saturday, September 21 Key to the Cure. The fourth annual charity shopping weekend will take place at Saks Fifth Avenue San Francisco and will benefit the UCSF Breast Oncology Program and Fashion Targets Breast Cancer, a charitable initiative of the Council of Fashion Designers of America. Laura Esserman, MD, MBA, director of the UCSF Breast Care Center at Mount Zion, and Joe Gray, PhD, UCSF professor of laboratory medicine and radiation oncology and program leader of the UCSF Breast Oncology and Cancer Genetics Program, will give brief remarks at the event kickoff from 6-9 pm on Wednesday. The launch party is underwritten by Mercedes-Benz USA, and will feature special appearances, live entertainment, a fashion presentation, silent auction, refreshments by Union Square area restaurants, and shopping. Two percent of the sales proceeds during the event will be will be donated to the UCSF Breast Oncology Program. For more information, email beth_garner@s5a.com.
Saturday, September 21 The UCSF Women’s Health Center at the UCSF Medical Center at Mount Zion plans a celebration of its grand opening with a Health Fair called "Passport to Health" from 11 am – 2 pm. Information and demonstrations will be given on acupuncture, breast health, herb consultation, massage, diabetes, bone density screening, clinical trials information, sports medicine and more. For information, call (415) 353-9580 or visit the website www.ucsf.edu/coe/.
Wednesday, September 25 Blood Drive. The UCSF Blood Center is having a blood drive from 9 am – 5 pm in the UCSF Millberry Union City Lights Room, 500 Parnassus Ave. For more information, call (415) 353-8789 or visit the website: http: /pangloss.ucsfmedicalcenter. org/bloodcenters/ bchomepage.htm.
Thursday, September 26 The Osher Center for Integrative Medicine sponsors a free lecture on “Chinese Herbal Medicine: Ancient Knowledge for Everyday Health” presented by Beverly Burns, LAc, from 12 noon to 1 pm at 1701 Divisadero St., Suite 150. The talk is free and open to the public. For more information, call (415) 353-7700 or visit the website: http://www.ucsf.edu/ocim.
Sunday, September 29 Taste for the Cure. The UCSF Carol Franc Buck Breast Care Center hosts the third annual “Taste for the Cure” from 2-6 pm at the Golden Gate Club in the Presidio. The theme is “Neighborhoods of San Francisco.” Healthy gourmet food, cooking demonstrations and live music will be featured. There will also be a silent auction. Cost is $60 per ticket in advance; $70 at the door; $40 for UCSF employees. All proceeds from the event go to the UCSF Carol Franc Buck Breast Care Center, a multidisciplinary center specifically designed to provide women with streamlined, specialized breast health services based on an integrative model of care. For more information, email meridithe.mendelson@ucsf.medctr.org, call (415) 885-7558 or visit the website at www.tasteforthecure.org. Wednesday, October 9 The UCSF Blood Center is having a blood drive from 11 am – 3:30 pm at Laurel Heights in the Chancellor’s Conference Room. For more information, call (415) 353-8789 or visit the website: http: /pangloss.ucsfmedicalcenter. org/bloodcenters/ bchomepage.htm.
Thursday, October 17 and Wednesday, October 23 The Osher Center for Integrative Medicine offers free information sessions from 6:30-9 pm on “Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction” at 1701 Divisadero Suuite 150. Learn more about relaxation exercises, meditation and mindful movement as well as developing inner resources for healing. Classes will take place on Wednesdays, October 30 through December 18, with an all-day session on Saturday, December 7. Cost is $300 for the classes with a discount for all UCSF faculty, staff and students. Instructor is Kevin Barrows, MD. For more information, call (415) 353-7718.
Friday, October 25 Academic Senate’s 2nd Annual Clinical Research Lecture. Neal L. Benowitz, MD, UCSF chief of the division of clinical pharmacology and vice chair of the department of biopharmaceutical sciences, will present this year’s distinguished clinical research lecture at 3:30 pm in Cole Hall, 513 Parnassus Ave.
LECTURES
*The following Brown Bag Lectures are free and sponsored by UCSF Public Service Programs. For more information, call (415) 476-6547.
*Wednesday, September 4 Sophia Vinogradov, MD, UCSF associate professor of psychiatry and associate chief for education and research, Mental Health Service, SFVAMC, presents “Studying Beautiful Minds: An Update on Schizophrenia Research.” Vinogradov discusses current findings related to schizophrenia and its treatment. The program takes place from 12:10 – 1 pm in HSW 300, 513 Parnassus Ave.
*Tuesday, September 10 Sandra L. Martin, DPM, UCSF assistant clinical professor of orthopaedic surgery, presents “Oh, My Aching Feet.” Martin discusses the diagnosis and treatment of various foot problems without the necessity of surgery. The program takes place from 12:10 – 1 pm at UCSF Mount Zion, 1600 Divisadero St., Herbst Hall, 2nd Fl. *Wednesday, September 11 Robert J. Lull, MD, FACP, FACNP, UCSF clinical professor of radiology and chief of nuclear medicine at SFGH Medical Center, presents “One Year Later: Is Nuclear Terrorism Possible?” Lull, also the president of the San Francisco Medical Society, discusses what should be known about radiation risks. The program takes place from 12:10 – 1 pm in HSW 300, 513 Parnassus Ave.
*Wednesday, September 18 Susan Christy, PhD, CMC, president of Christy Consulting, Inc., presents “How to Say No and Deliver Bad News.” Christie talks about communicating clearly, defusing emotion, avoiding negative reactions and maintaining rapport as well as staying calm and confident under fire. The program takes place from 12:10 – 1 pm in HSW 300, 513 Parnassus Ave.
*Tuesday, September 24 Alison Jacoby, MD, UCSF assistant clinical professor of obstetrics, gynecology and reproductive sciences, presents “Will Hysterectomy Be Obsolete in 2020?” Jacoby discusses new developments and technologies designed to take the place of hysterectomies. The program takes place from 12:10 – 1 pm at UCSF Mount Zion, 1600 Divisadero St., Herbst Hall, 2nd Fl.
*Wednesday, September 25 Martha Nolte, MD. UCSF associate clinical professor and medical director of the UCSF Diabetes Teaching Center, presents “Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: Who Has It and How Can It Be Prevented.” Nolte provides information about risk factors, screening, prevention of Type 2 Diabetes and a update on the newer medications. The program takes place from 12:10 – 1 pm in HSW 300, 513 Parnassus Ave.
Brown Bag Lectures for October to be announced.
UCSF CANCER RESOURCE CENTER SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS
Voices of Healing Catherine Costello, MFT Dates: September 9 and October 14 Time: 6:30-8:30 pm Place: 2200 Post St., 1st Floor, Hellman Conference Room · Free class at The Cancer Resource Center at UCSF Mount Zion · Focuses beyond just coping with illness to the larger practice of healing · Inclusive group for those with current and past illnesses and support people · For more information, contact Catherine Costello at (415) 285-5781.
Fatigue Management Seminar Pat Kramer, RN, MSN, AOCN Dates: Third Thursday of each month Time: 1-3 pm Place: 1600 Divisadero St., 1st Fl. · Teaches individuals and families about cancer-related fatigue as well as appropriate self help strategies to manage fatigue · Program is free · Provides the opportunity for patients to meet with an experienced oncology nurse · Can discuss individual situations and experience with fatigue and strategies for diminishing fatigue · Self-help strategies include approaches to maximize nutrition, promote quality sleep, balance activity and rest, conserve energy, start an exercise program and minimize stress · For more information or to RSVP, call the Cancer Resource Center (415) 885-3693.
Prepare for Surgery Workshops Teresa Corrigan, RN, MA Dates: September 12 and October 14 Time: 6:30-8:30 pm Place: UCSF Comprehensive Cancer Center, 1600 Divisadero St., Room H-3906 · Patients undergoing a surgical procedure can prepare for an upcoming surgery by learning mind-body techniques · Past participants say that they were more relaxed and calm prior to surgery, required less pain medication, and were up and about sooner · To register, call the Cancer Resource Center at (415) 885-3693.
nutrition and Prostrate Cancer Natalie Lagomarcino, MS, RD Dates: Fourth Tuesday of each month Time: 4-6 pm Place: 1600 Divisadero St., 3rd Fl. conference room · The latest research about nutrition for prostrate cancer patients · For more information or reservations, call (415) 885-3693.
Smoking Cessation and Relapse Prevention Paul Brunetta, MD Dates: Mondays, September 9, 16, 23 and 30 Time: 5:30-7 pm Place: 1600 Divisadero St., 5th Floor, B524 · Interactive course focusing on smoking and health · Addiction · Strategies for quitting · Motivation · Initial $50 registration fee returned after 12 months of being smoke-free · CO levels checked free of charge to determine success at quitting. For more information, call (415) 885-3693.
Healing Through Dance Anne Krantz, PhD Dates: Tuesdays , September 3, 10, 17 and 24 Time: 12 – 1 pm Place: 2200 Post St., Cardiac Care Gym · Participants use movement, expression, imagery and creativity to facilitate healing · Learn techniques to deal with tension, enhance relaxation and cope with medical procedures and physical limitations. · Not necessary to have a dance or movement background. For more information, call (415) 885-3693.
Vision Correction Seminars
“Better Vision Now” New surgery options for correction of nearsightedness and astigmatism – from laser surgery to corneal implants. 6 pm to 7 pm. Free. Room K-302, Koret Research Laboratory, 10 Kirkham St. For more information or reservations, call (415) 476-2561. Beginning July 1, 2002 the Vision Correction Seminars will be held bi-weekly.
Monday, September 16 Richard C. Abbott, MD, professor of clinical ophthalmology
Monday, September 30 David G. Hwang, MD, professor of clinical ophthalmology
Monday, October 14 Stephen D. McLeod, MD, assistant professor of clinical ophthalmology
Monday, October 28 David G. Hwang, MD, professor of clinical ophthalmology
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