A free community event - Controlling Type 2 Diabetes through Weight Loss: Surgical and Non-Surgical Approaches

Keynote Speaker:
Marisa Desimone MD
Endocrinologist, Joslin Diabetes Center

Breakout Sessions (Pick one of three) - Registration is a Must! Seating is limited.

The Pros and Cons of Weight Loss Surgery
Howard Simon MD and Jessica Planer RD
Upstate Bariatric Surgery Program

Lifestyle Changes for Weight Loss
Pam Blackmer RD
Registered Dietician, Joslin Diabetes Center at Upstate

The Emotional Aspects of Over Eating - note: this interactive presentation will run until 11 am
Richard O'Neill PhD
Upstate Psychologist

There will be multiple vendors including pharmaceutical companies, an eye doctor, a podiatrist, foot wear vendor, as well as a free screening for peripheral artery disease (PAD) screening. Sponsored by the American Diabetes Association and the Joslin Diabetes Center at Upstate Medical University.
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Location:	Community General campus of Upstate University Hospital cafeteria
Price:	free
Contact:	Upstate Connect 464.8668
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