Free Events
Free Barton Health Wellness Lecture
July 18
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
July 26 @ 6:22 pm
Barton Health’s Wellness Lecture Series
Barton Health is proud to present FREE monthly wellness lectures addressing an array of health topics led by physicians and Barton Health experts.
Wellness Webinar: STI Talk: Education & Prevention
Megan Galloway, Certified Nurse Midwife with Barton OB/GYNThursday, June 13, 2024, 5-6pm
According to the World Health Organization, each year an estimated 333 million new cases of curable sexually transmitted infections (STI) occur worldwide with the highest rates among those ages 20-24, followed by ages 15-19.
Join Barton Certified Nurse Midwife, Megan Galloway, to learn more about sexually transmitted diseases, prevention and treatment options.
* Webinar topics, speakers and dates are subject to change.
Webinars will be hosted via Zoom and advanced registration is required. After registering with your name and email address, you will receive an email from Natasha Schue, Barton’s Community Outreach Coordinator, with a link and password for the Zoom meeting. You can test your computer’s microphone and camera in advance on Zoom’s website here. If you do not have a computer, you will also be supplied a telephone conference line (please do not attend the webinar using both your computer audio and phone, as this may cause an echo for everyone).
Alternatively, we will attempt to stream the webinar simultaneously on our Barton Health Facebook page. The Facebook feed will play a stream of the interactive Zoom call, and we will do our best to supply the speaker with any questions submitted via Facebook.
Upcoming Lectures*
- Thursday, July 18, 2024, Pickleball Injuries & Prevention with Dr. Kyle Swanson, Tahoe Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
- Thursday, August 8, 2024, Prostate Health & Treatment Options with Dr. Miriam Locke, Barton Urology
- Thursday, September 12, 2024, Suicide Prevention & Awareness with Carolyn Eddy, LCSW, Barton Psychiatry & Mental Health
Past lectures on Barton Health’s YouTube channel
UPCOMING EVENTS
Childbirth Preparation: One-day Intensive
Saturday, June 1, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Barton Center for Orthopedics & Wellness, 2170B South Ave, South Lake Tahoe
Course fee: $45 per couple
During this one-day class, new parents will learn best practices and information for the birthing process, labor positions, pre-term indicators, preparing for the hospital, relaxation/breathing techniques, pain management, newborn and postpartum care, lactation consulting, car seat safety, nutrition, plus infant CPR and first aid. Register at BartonHealth.org.
Barton Wellness Outings
Tuesday, June 4, 5:00 p.m.
Intersection of Pope Beach Road and Emerald Bay Road
Research shows time in nature can improve your mental and physical health. Enjoy the benefits of nature with a stroll led by a Barton Wellness Advocate. For more information, visit BartonHealth.org/WellnessOutings. Weather dependent.
Free Sports Physicals for High School Athletes
Wednesday, June 5, See times below
Barton Center for Orthopedics & Wellness, 2170B South Ave, South Lake Tahoe
By Walk-in Only
ALL high school athletes are required to get a physical annually before they will be accepted to play, per NIAA requirements. Barton Center for Orthopedics & Wellness is offering free sports physicals on June 5 at the following times; Incoming Seniors @ 4:30 p.m.; Incoming Juniors @ 5:15 p.m.; Incoming Sophomores @ 6:00 p.m.; Incoming Freshmen @ 6:45 p.m. School paperwork is required. Parent/ guardian must be present. This evaluation does not replace your student’s annual preventative exam.
Barton Wellness Outings
Sunday, June 9, 5:00 p.m.
Upper Truckee River Loop
Research shows time in nature can improve your mental and physical health. Enjoy the benefits of nature with a stroll led by a Barton Wellness Advocate. For more information, visit BartonHealth.org/WellnessOutings. Weather dependent.
Wellness Webinar: STI Talk: Education & Prevention
Thursday, June 13, 5:00 p.m – 6:00 p.m.
Megan Galloway, Certified Nurse Midwife with Barton OB/GYN
According to the World Health Organization, each year an estimated 333 million new cases of curable sexually transmitted infections (STI) occur worldwide with the highest rates among 20-24 year olds, followed by 15-19 year olds. Join Barton Certified Nurse Midwife, Megan Galloway, to learn more about sexually transmitted diseases, prevention and treatment options. The webinar will be hosted via Zoom and advanced registration is required. To register, visit BartonHealth.org/Lecture.
Childbirth Preparation Series
Wednesdays, June 19 – July 24 (6-week series), 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Barton Center for Orthopedics & Wellness, 2170B South Ave, South Lake Tahoe
Course fee: $20 per couple
Expectant parents are encouraged to attend childbirth classes at approximately 28 to 32 weeks. Professional, certified childbirth education instructors/ nurses will provide best practices and information for the birthing process, labor positions, pre-term indicators, preparing for the hospital, relaxation/ breathing techniques, pain management, newborn and postpartum care, lactation consulting, car seat safety, nutrition, plus infant CPR and first aid. Registration is required; to sign up and learn more, call 530.543.5549, email education@bartonhealth.org, or visit BartonHealth.org.
Barton Wellness Outings
Sunday, June 30, 5:00 p.m.
Lake Baron Loop
Research shows time in nature can improve your mental and physical health. Enjoy the benefits of nature with a stroll led by a Barton Wellness Advocate. For more information, visit BartonHealth.org/WellnessOutings. Weather dependent.
ONGOING PROGRAMS, CLASSES, AND SUPPORT GROUPS
Barton Performance Programs
Daily Group Fitness Classes and Customized Training Programs
Barton Center for Orthopedics & Wellness, 2170B South Ave, South Lake Tahoe
Build fitness, strength, and community with performance training at the Barton Center for Orthopedics & Wellness! Our state-of-the-art facility offers the latest technology and equipment and our certified coaches specialize in strength training and sports performance. Personalized coaching, group fitness classes, and open gym are available. For more information, email Performance@BartonHealth.org.
Free Blood Pressure Checks
1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Barton Center for Orthopedics & Wellness, 2170B South Ave, South Lake Tahoe
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a condition that may not cause any noticeable symptoms for years. Having your blood pressure checked is the only way to know if it is high; untreated hypertension can result in serious illness. Established patients with a hypertension diagnosis are welcome to receive free, regular blood pressure checks. No appointment necessary. For more information, visit BartonHealth.org.
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