Delivery of the most current information on trauma and its management to all health care professionals caring for our diverse population of patients. Who should attend:Staff nurses, nurse managers, and educators practicing in the area of trauma nursing, critical care and the O.R. Pre-hospital providersWhat you will learn:management of trauma in the elderlycaring for the LGBTQ patients with cultural humilitytrauma care of the homeless patientcare of mangled extremitiesnon-fatal strangulationcaring for straddle injuries

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help older adults who have experienced falls or are concerned about falling. Fear of falling often restricts people’s activities. We want to help change this and get you back to a more healthy, stable and active lifestyle. During the program, you will learn how to reduce the risk of falling. You will exercise to improve your strength, flexibility and balance, and you will set goals to increase your activity. The classes are co-taught by a specially trained registered nurse and physical therapist. This program is being offered in partnership with the Area Agency on Aging 1-B and Beaumont Health.

This course is intended for physicians and other healthcare professions whose primary focus is in the assessment and treatment of cardiovascular emergencies. Course Pre-Requisites: A pre-requisite for the course is a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification. A copy of this valid card must be provided with course registration. Course Objectives: Participants attending the Advanced Cardiac Life Support course will: Increase their ability to treat cardiac arrest situations, cardiac arrhythmias and acute myocardial infarctions. Qualify for certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support by the American Heart Association. Upon successful completion of written examination and performance testing, participants will be certified by the American Heart Association as ACLS providers.For more information, please call 248-898-1965.

As a service to the community, Beaumont Health provides meeting space for this support group.For information about the group, including meeting dates and times, please call 810-394-9362.

Beaumont Neuroscience is partnering with the Alzheimer's Association to host a monthly education series for patients and their caregivers. The ongoing program takes place the 3rd Thursday of each month from 6-8 p.m. in the Royal Oak Neuroscience Building Allison Conference Room.

Beaumont Neuroscience partners with the Alzheimer's Association to provide support group meetings conducted by a trained facilitator. These sessions provide a safe space for caregivers, family and friends of persons with dementia to build a support system with people who understand. It allows participants to exchange practical information on caregiving challenges and possible solutions, talk through issues and ways of coping, share feelings, needs and concerns as well as learn about community resources. The ongoing program takes place the 1st Thursday of each month from 6-7 p.m. in the Royal Oak Neuroscience Building Allison Conference room.Registration is not required

This support group is focused on helping people with eating disorders. It is a 'closed-meeting' for individuals who are recovered or in the process of recovering from eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia. The group is led by individuals who have also struggled with eating disorders. They share strategies to assist with recovery and treatment resources available in the community. Registration is not required.

This program is designed for individuals scheduled for spine surgery at either Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak or Beaumont Hospital, Troy. In this class, you will learn how to prepare for your surgery, what to expect during your hospital stay and what your recovery plan will involve. You are welcome to bring one family member or caregiver with you to the class. You must take the class at the hospital where you will be having your surgery as each hospital has specific instructions for their surgical patients. Plan to attend this class approximately four weeks before your surgery. Or, if you prefer to complete your pre-surgical class online (Duration: 25 minutes), please click here.

This pre-surgical education program is for individuals having back surgery. Learn what to expect before and after spine surgery, to decrease anxiety about surgery and offer a realistic overview of what to expect at every stage of your care.You may bring one support person with you to the class. Plan to attend approximately three weeks before surgery.

This informational session discusses various forms of weight loss surgery available at Beaumont. During the session, our specialists will talk about the latest advances in weight loss surgery and provide evidence-based information about surgical outcomes, side effects, risks and benefits. At the end of the session, you will have an opportunity to ask questions. Family members and friends are welcome to attend the session with you. Many Beaumont services for bariatric surgery are covered by insurance. For more information on coverage, please click here. Or, if you prefer to watch an online seminar, please click here.