2013 Community Education

Weight Loss Surgery Informational Sessions

In this free, 90-minute presentation, learn about lifestyle changes that may accompany weight loss with the assistance of gastric banding surgery and more. Discover realistic options designed to help you become healthier.

May 29, 6:00-7:30 p.m.

St. Luke's Lakeview Building (Patient Waiting Room, 4th Floor)
1001 East Superior Street, Duluth
Call 218-249-2410 to register. No charge.
Ramp parking is available next to the Lakeview Building on Superior Street.

Total Joint Replacement Class

Pre-surgical classes for patients scheduled for total knee and hip replacements.

Meets the second Tuesday and fourth Wednesday of each month.

May 14, 3:00-4:30 pm OR May 22, 3:00-4:30 pm

St. Luke's (Auditorium - 2nd Floor)
915 East First Street, Duluth
Pre-registration required. Call 218.249.5644. No charge.

Health Care Directive

Putting Your Wishes in Writing
A Health Care Directive is a legal written document that informs your family, friends and health care providers of your wishes in the event you are unable to communicate them yourself. Attend a presentation to learn about a Health Care Directive. This 90 minute presentation is offered:

July 8, 4 to 5:30 p.m.
October 14, 4 to 5:30 p.m.

St. Luke's Hospital (3 East Conference Room - 3rd Floor)
915 East First Street, Duluth
For more information, call 218-249-6901. No charge.

Hepatitis C Support Group

For patients, families and others interested in learning about the disease and treatment.

Meets the first Wednesday of each month from 3:30-5:00 pm

St. Luke's Lakeview Building (4th Floor)
1001 East Superior Street, Duluth
For more information, call 249.7990. No charge.

Breast Cancer Support Group

For breast cancer patients.

Meets the first Monday of each month from 6-7:30 pm

St. Luke's Lakeview Building (4th Floor)
1001 East Superior Street, Duluth
For more information, call 249.5468. No charge.

Cancer Care Support Group

For cancer patients and their families.

Meets the first Tuesday of each month from 3:30-5 pm

St. Luke's Lakeview Building (4th Floor)
1001 East Superior Street, Duluth
For more information, call 249.5489. No charge.

Women and Heart Disease Support Group

For patients, families and others interested in learning about the disease and treatment. Join us for refreshments and a lively discussion.

May 1, Noon - 1pm

St. Luke's Lakeview Building (3rd Floor Lobby/Cardiac Rehab Conference Room)
1001 East Superior Street, Duluth
For more information, call 249.7990. No charge.

Duluth Area Ostomy Support Group

For patients, families and others interested in learning about ostomies.

Meets the second Saturday of each month from 10am - Noon.

St. Luke's SLH Clinic Building (Classroom 329A - 3rd Floor)
1011 East First Street, Duluth
For more information, call 628.2737. No charge.

Living Well After A Stroke

A support group for people who have had a stroke and their caregivers.

Meets the third Thursday of each month from 4-5 pm

St. Luke's Hospital (3 East Conference Room - 3rd Floor)
915 East First Street, Duluth
For more information, call 218-249-5351. No charge.