Dialogue on Aging - Public Presentation Series

Tapestry Foundation is proud to present Dialogue on Aging, a series of free public presentations on topics related to aging. A roster of renowned experts will present information of interest to the public including seniors, families and caregivers. 

Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Culture, Autonomy and Aged Care

Download Dr. Gillett's presentation slides

Grant Gillett, MSc, MB, ChB, DPhil (Oxon), FRACS
Neurosurgeon and Professor of Medical Ethics
Otago University, Dunedin, New Zealand

In bioethics, we often look at individuals as isolated cognitive beings with unique capabilities and powers. In reality, none of us are like that.  We are all dependent on a support networks that enable us to do the things we do in our lives. This simple fact is seen in different cultures and captured in imagery we use to understand our lives, but is sometimes missing in our care models for the elderly.

Norman Rothstein Theatre
950 West 41st Avenue (at Oak Street), Vancouver, BC
Guest Check-in - 6:15 pm ~ Presentation - 7:15 - 8:45 pm

Session moderated by Dr. Art Hister

Friday, October 14, 2011
Alzheimer's disease:  Can we diagnose it earlier and modify its progression?

Serge Gauthier, MD, FRCPC
Director, Alzheimer Disease Research Unit,
McGill Centre for Studies in Aging, Montreal

Do you really want to know if you have Alzheimer’s disease? Even if there are no symptoms or just mild memory impairment? Researchers now have diagnostic criteria for very early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. Some people will want to know their results immediately. Dr. Gauthier looks at the risks and benefits of this knowledge.

Vancouver Convention Centre
999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC
Guest Check-in - 6:15  pm ~ Tea and displays for review.
Presentation, Q & A - 7:15 to 8:45 pm

Session moderated by Dr. Art Hister

Download a copy of the poster

Friday, October 21, 2011
The Positive Potential of Caregiving: Surviving, Thriving & Finding Meaning

Download Dr. Wong's presentation slides

Davidicus Wong, MD
Family Physician, Burnaby

Caring for a loved one is a special challenge. Dr. Wong will present a caregiver’s guide to healthcare: the challenges of caregiving, care of the caregiver, seeing the whole person, and finding meaning as we weave together the tapestry of our lives.

Norman Rothstein Theatre
950 West 41st Avenue (at Oak Street), Vancouver, BC
Guest Check-in - 6:15 pm ~ Presentation - 7:15 to 8:45 pm

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Thursday, October 27, 2011

A Maze of Possibilities: Thoughts on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Breast Cancer

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Hear Dr. Zina Kellow, radiologist women's imaging at Mount Saint Joseph (MSJ) and St. Paul's Hospital, and Dr. Ashley Davidson, medical oncologist for the BC Cancer Agency, as they discuss the topic of breast cancer in older women, the latest screening and diagnostic tools and treatment options.

Date:          Thursday, October 27, 2011
Time:         Guest Check-in – 6:30 ~ Presentation ~ 7:00 – 8:45 pm
Venue:       Harvest Room B, Room 312, 3rd Floor
                  Mount Saint Joseph Hospital 
                  3080 Prince Edward Street, Vancouver

Parking:     Pay parking on the north side of the hospital
                  Street parking also available.

Seating is limited. Call today at 604.877.8335, or click here to reserve your seat online.

Your feedback on these free education events is important to us. If you have any questions, or would like to suggest a topic for a future presentation, contact us at: education@tapestryfoundation.ca

If you have any questions about your registration, please call Jane Johnston at: 604-877-8335 or email: jjohnston@providencehealth.bc.ca

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