ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ Faculty Host Free Community Lecture Series on Healthy Aging
University Partners with Downers Grove Library for Educational Series
ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ clinical faculty will share their expertise on wellness and healthy aging with the Downers Grove community during a free lecture series.
ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ is partnering with the to host a Community Health Lecture Series, offering free talks on healthy aging and wellness for seniors, caregivers, and community members. The series takes place on Wednesdays at noon, September 17 through October 8, covering topics including eye health, lifestyle medicine, oral health, and cognitive function. Attendance is free, and individuals may register on the of the Downers Grove Public Library for one or all of the sessions.
Clinical faculty from ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ’s will share their expertise in dental care, family medicine, optometry, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, participate in discussions, and learn more about preventive care, early intervention, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Lecture Schedule:
September 17:
– presented by Dr. Parres Wright, Dr. Jenna Williams, Dr. Vakishan Nadarajah, ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ Eye Institute
September 24:
– presented by Dr. Kimberly McKinnon, Family Medicine Clinic
October 1:
– presented by Dr. Larry Williams, Dental Institute
October 8:
– presented by Dr. Teri Elliott-Burke, Physical Therapy Institute, and Judy Ball, M.S., Speech Language-Pathology Institute
The ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ Multispecialty Clinic, located at 3450 Lacey Road in Downers Grove, provides high-quality, patient-centered care for the whole family while serving as a hands-on teaching environment for ºÚÁÏ´«ËÍÃÅ’s graduate health science students. By combining expertise, advanced training, and a focus on preventive care and wellness, the clinics empower patients to maintain health, independence, and overall well-being.
