UPMC’s Center for Integrative Medicine to Host Fifth Annual Amy Stine Workshop on Holistic Medicine
WHO: Robert Arnold, M.D., professor of medicine, chief of the section of palliative care and medical ethics at Pitt’s School of Medicine, will deliver the keynote address. His talk will be directed to both health care consumers and medical professionals, highlighting some of the challenges in helping patients collaborate more with the health care team.
WHEN: 8:15 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., Saturday, April 12
8:15 a.m. |
Registration and Breakfast |
8:45 a.m. |
Welcome and Remembrance |
9 a.m. |
“Mindfulness Meditation – What is It? And Why is Everyone Talking About It?” presented by Dr. Greco |
9:30 a.m. |
“Unraveling the Mystery of Mindfulness: How Meditation Training Affects Physical Health,” presented by Dr. Creswell |
10:30 a.m. |
Morning Break |
10:45 a.m. |
Experiential Program, led by Gwynn D. Goldring, L.C.S.W., and Deanna Burkett, M.A., M.S |
11:30 a.m |
Lunch |
12:30 p.m. |
Keynote Address: “Talking to Your Doctor: Trying to Understand What Your Doctor is Thinking,” delivered by Dr. Arnold |
1:45 p.m. |
Q & A |
1:45 p.m. |
Conclusion |
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WHERE: Frick Fine Arts Building, Schenley Drive, Pittsburgh, Pa., 15260
WHY: Dr. Amy Stine was a holistic family physician in the Pittsburgh area with a private practice addressing body, mind and spirit. This workshop is offered in her memory and provides healing concepts for both medical professionals and the public.
The deadline to register is Friday, April 4, and registration fees are as follows:
- $60 for those receiving continuing education credits
- $20 for full-time students
- $30 for all others
For more information, contact Jeannette Adams at 412-623-1203 or adamsjm@upmc.edu