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Wellness education at Northwest Hospital & Medical Center includes a variety of activities and educational opportunities promoting prevention and self-care of many health conditions. A physician's referral is required for some health education programs. Check each listing for contact information, dates and times.

Baby Your Back

This prenatal class educates women about the causes of low back pain during pregnancy, what can be done to relieve it, and how to ensure the best postpartum recovery. Offered monthly. A physician referral is required.

Call: Northwest Physical Therapy Services at 206-368-6032 for a registration packet or more information.

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiac Rehabilitation is a program designed for patients with cardiac disease. The goal is to restore function following a cardiac event: a heart attack, cardiac surgery, or newly diagnosed heart disease. In addition to the primary focus of restoring function and prescribing exercise, cardiac rehab assists participants in identifying their cardiac risk factors (smoking, abnormal cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, lack of exercise, being overweight, diabetes control), and modifying lifestyle behavior, with the hope of enhancing their quality of life. Group support and encouragement is an added benefit of this 8-12 week program. Cost: Call for details. Physician referral is required. Usually covered by medical insurance.

Call: Cardiac Rehabilitation Program at 206-368-6550 for date, times, and to register.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Adults

Be prepared. Learn CPR from Medic II firefighters. Attendees will receive a participatory card. Cost: Free (donations accepted). Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Offered: Third Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Call: Educational Services Department at 206-368-1564 to register.

Nutrition Clinic

Food & Nutrition Services offers outpatient nutrition education to help you plan healthy, nutritious meals according to your dietary needs. Our registered dietitians will work with you to design a meal plan to meet your individualized needs. Many insurance carriers reimburse you for nutrition consultations if your physician has ordered the service to help treat a specific medical condition.

Call: Food & Nutrition Services at 206-368-1919

PIP – The Parkinson’s Interdisciplinary Program

PIP provides a comprehensive approach to managing the symptoms of Parkinson’s, thus enabling people with Parkinson’s to live as independently as possible. The program involves assessments by Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech-Language Services, and a customized treatment plan.

Call: Center for Rehabilitation at 206-368-1769 for more information.

S.A.G.E. -- Safety and Gait Enhancement

The S.A.G.E. program is designed to reduce the risk for injurious falls by improving balance and mobility skills. The program involves an initial assessment, weekly therapy sessions for 4-8 weeks, and an exercise program to do daily at home.

Call: Center for Rehabilitation at 206-368-1769 for a brochure or more information.

Vocal Image

Good vocal quality is essential for effective communication of thoughts and ideas. Vocal image is how others perceive the pitch, loudness, quality, and vocal variety of your voice. Individual consultations focus on these aspects of vocal image and designing treatment goals to achieve and maintaining a healthy speaking voice.

Call: Speech Language Services at 206-368-1769.

Weight Loss Surgery Education

Is Weight Loss Surgery Right For You?
Join us for a free informational seminar to learn more about: weight loss surgery options and risks; patient selection criteria; nutritional requirements; and insurance coverage. Question and answer segment to follow each talk. All sessions are free and are held on the Northwest Hospital Campus.

Call: 206-368-1350 if you have questions.