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Women’s heath care forum begins first of series of three discussions

Thursday, Oct. 6 at 6 p.m.—RUTLAND—Women have the distinction of experiencing many stages of aging during their lifespan and each stage has its own unique characteristic. From the birthing years through menopause, women experience each of these phases differently. Rutland Women’s Healthcare physicians will be taking an in-depth look at some of the more common health issues that women face in their lifetime during a three-part evening series in October.
The presentations and conversations will take place at the CVPS/Leahy Community Health Education Center at Rutland Regional Medical Center the evenings of Oct. 6, 13 and 20. All discussions, which are free and open to the public, will begin at 6 p.m. with light refreshments available.
Presenting physicians representing Rutland Women’s Healthcare include Robin Leight, M.D., FACOG; Sarah Decker, M.D.; Thusitha Cotter, M.D.; Mary Beerworth, M.D., FACOG; and Kira Fiset, M.D.
Topics for discussion include:
Oct. 6, Long-Acting Contraception Oct. 13, Perimenopause
Oct. 20, STD’s and Gardasil
“This is a tremendous opportunity for women in our community to come and hear the most current information that is available on women’s health today,” said Elizabeth Dulli, MS, RN Community Education Coordinator for Rutland Regional Medical Center. “These are Rutland Regional’s finest experts in women’s healthcare and they have come together to share their wealth of information and expertise.”
Registration is required. These lectures are free and open to the public. There will be a question and answer period each evening. Light refreshments will be served. For more information or to register visit rrmc.org or call 802-772-2400.

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