Mini Medical School

Osteopathic Medicine in Downers Grove

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Mini Medical School is a four-week medical education program open to anyone in the community interested in personal and public health care issues. It is an opportunity to learn about topics discussed in medical school.

Each lecture is presented by a health care professional at Midwestern University in Downers Grove, Illinois. Midwestern University is the home of the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, the Chicago College of Pharmacy, the College of Health Sciences, and College of Dental Medicine Illinois.

Mini Medical School welcomes students from the community of all ages (adult, college, and high school) who are interested in learning about interesting and important health care topics.

Dates and Topics : Fall 2011

Sessions will be held on October 13th, 17th, 20th and 24th from 6:30-8:15pm in Room 202, Alumni Hall.

October 13, Thursday

Male Reproductive System

The lecture will focus on the basic anatomy and physiology of the male reproductive system at both the macroscopic and microscopic levels. The process of production and maturation of spermatozoa will be outlined. The structure and function of accessory reproductive organs, including the prostate and seminal vesicle, will be discussed.

Speaker: Dr. Teresa Dombrowski

October 17, Monday

Airway Management: The First Phase of a Successful Anesthetic

This presentation will cover the basic anatomy and physiology of the adult airway, pre-anesthetic assessment of the adult airway and current management techniques covering varying patient populations. Following airway management we shall discuss Anesthesia as a career and the advances this career can take in the future.

Speaker: Michael J. Alexa, CRNA, MS

Michael J. Alexa, CRNA, MS, is currently working for Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Michael received his BA at Augustana College in 1990, then received his BSN from Aurora University in 1995 and completed his MS and CRNA at DePaul University and Evanston Northwestern School of Anesthesia respectively in 2006.

October 20th, Thursday

What is a Rotator Cuff tear & what to do about it

In this presentation Dr. Heinking will discuss shoulder pain and rotator cuff tears. He will provide basic information on the diagnosis and treatment options available. He will also demonstrate how Osteopathic manipulative treatment can be an adjunct to other forms of treatment for this condition.

Speaker: Kurt Heinking, DO

Dr. Kurt Heinking is a 1994 graduate of CCOM / MWU. He trained at both Chicago Osteopathic Hospital and St. James - Olympia Fields Hospital. He completed a general rotating internship, family practice residency and sports medicine fellowship. He is board certified in family medicine, sports medicine and neuromusculoskeletal medicine. He currently holds the position of Chair and professor of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. Dr. Heinking sits on numerous committees and is deeply involved with all phases of Osteopathic medical student education. He is a published author in Osteopathic manipulative medicine and sports medicine. Dr. Heinking owns and operates a private practice in Willowbrook, IL. He has a wife Laura and two children, Kyle and Samantha.

October 24th, Monday

Save money on your health - Things you can do without a visit to the doctor

Learn a few strategies that can help lower your risk for disease development. Using current evidence-based findings, Dr. Rosch will lead you on an interactive session on how you can improve your health and hopefully save money on healthcare costs now and in the future.

Speaker: Laura Rosch, DO

Laura Rosch, DO is a board certified Osteopathic internist who has practiced in the Chicago area for 18 years. A graduate of CCOM, she also has a Master's degree in nutrition from the University of Illinois. She is a certified group fitness instructor and teaches group fitness at the East Bank Club in Chicago. Dr. Rosch is currently a media provider for the AOA and speaks on a variety of health topics. She is a proud graduate of the Costin Institute.

Location

All classes are held on the campus of Midwestern University at 555 31st Street in Downers Grove, IL. Free parking is also available. Visit Mapquest for directions.

Cost

The cost for the four-week program is $25. Participants are accepted on a first-come-first-served basis. Sign up today.

Need more information?

Call 630/515-6048 and ask for Lisa, or e-mail us at minimed@midwestern.edu