Your Health

A guide to health and wellness programs

As a Brown & Toland member, you have a doctor who listens to your needs, respects your choices and provides you with the highest-quality care you can find. You also have access to some of the finest community health resources in San Francisco. Some of these classes are free, and others require a nominal fee or donation. Call the listed telephone number for more information.

Community Health Events

Treatment Options for Back Pain and Spinal Disorders (FREE)
Nearly everyone experiences back pain at some point in life. But if you have chronic back pain, chances are it won’t go away on its own. There are options to get you back on your feet.
Saturday, Oct. 2, 9 a.m.–noon
California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC), Davies Campus Auditorium, Castro and Duboce streets
To register, call 415.600.7361 or go online at www.cpmc.org/neuroscience

Creating Balance in Health and Wellness (FREE)
This workshop will help you develop a holistic view of health and wellness. A therapist guides you through five specific aspects of wellness — physical, emotional, social, spiritual and intellectual — and offers support in strengthening areas you wish to improve.
Tuesday, Oct. 26, 12:30–2 p.m.
CPMC, 2100 Webster St., Suite 106
Call 415.600.3081.

COPD: Advances in Treatments and Symptom Management (FREE)
The medical director of the Center for Advanced Lung Therapies at CPMC and an expert pulmonary rehabilitation therapist will offer a lecture focused on symptom management for those struggling with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), a major cause of disability and the fourth leading cause of death. The most up-to-date treatment options will be presented. Cosponsored by Breathe California.
Wednesday, Nov. 17, 6–7:30 p.m.
CPMC Pacific Campus, 2333 Buchanan St., Level A Conference Room
Call 415.923.3155 to preregister.

Fitness and Exercise

Cardiac Rehabilitation (FREE)
Education and monitored exercise. Physician referral may be required.
Monday and Wednesday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday, 7 a.m.–11 a.m.; Friday, 7 a.m.–5 p.m.
Seton Medical Center,
1900 Sullivan Ave., Daly City
Call 650.991.6750.

Fit for Life
Supervised by physical therapy professionals, Fit for Life is designed for adults 60 and up who want to improve their level of fitness but are unsure of what are safe, effective exercises. It's a good match if you enjoy exercising in a social situation; are interested in improving your balance, activity tolerance and functional capacity; and want to enjoy life more!
Tuesdays, 2:30–3:15 p.m., and Thursdays, 10:45–11:30 a.m.
CPMC Pacific Campus Rehab Annex, 2360 Clay St., Physical Therapy Gym
Fee: $15 per class
Call 415.600.5860.

Healthy Heart Exercise
This supervised exercise program is for people with high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes, as well as those who are obese or sedentary.
Mondays and Wednesdays, 1–6:45 p.m., or Fridays, 1–4:45 p.m.
Seton Medical Center, 1900 Sullivan Ave., Ground Floor, Daly City
Fee: $6 per session
Call 650.991.6750.

Lymphedema Education, Exercise and Prevention Group (FREE)
Third Wednesday of the month, 5:30–7 p.m.
Bryan Hemming Cancer Care Center, Family Conference Room, 2351 Clay St., 1st Floor (Stanford Building)
Call 415.600.3073.

Mall Walkers (FREE)
Join the St. Mary’s Medical Center mall-walking program; register before class.
Thursdays, 9–10 a.m.
Meet at the Center Court of Stonestown Mall, 3251 20th Ave., San Francisco.
Call 415.564.8848 or 415.750.5800.

Pulmonary Rehabilitation (FREE)
Education and exercise program for adults with chronic lung diseases. Physician referral may be required.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.–noon or 1–3:30 p.m.
Seton Medical Center, 1900 Sullivan Ave., Daly City
Call 650.991.6750.

Total Body Fitness
Supervised by physical therapy professionals, the Total Body Fitness (TBF) class is designed for people of all fitness levels.
Saturdays, 10–11 a.m.,
Tuesdays, 7–8 p.m.
CPMC Pacific Campus Rehab Annex, 2360 Clay St., Physical Therapy Gym
Call 415.600.3081.

Nutrition and Weight Management

BodyLOVE
BodyLOVE is a 12-week program where you will learn the physiology of weight loss, optimal eating and how to manage cravings, discover how to reduce stress-related overeating, and take part in a women’s discussion group on eating and body image concerns.
Mondays, 10 a.m.–1 p.m., and Wednesdays, 6–9 p.m.
CPMC East Campus, 3698 California St., Lobby Level
Fee: $40 per week
Call 415.600.0502 for more info about the program and the next session’s start date.

Cholesterol: Heart Healthy Foods (FREE)
Are your cholesterol levels high? Did you know that high cholesterol is one of the major risk factors for heart disease? Join a registered dietitian to discover how changing dietary habits and learning new approaches to eating can improve cardiovascular health.
Thursday, Dec. 16, 1–2:30 p.m.
CPMC, 2100 Webster St., Suite 106
Call 415.600.3081.

How to Organize and Simplify Your Meals and Kitchen
Are you looking for healthy and simple meal plans? Would you like tips on creating a kitchen that is ready to go, with healthy ingredients on hand? This session with a registered dietitian will inspire you to think about how you are framing your eating. Get organized and make meal preparation a breeze!
Thursday, Dec. 9, 12:30–2 p.m.
CPMC, 2100 Webster St., Suite 106
Call 415.923.3155 to preregister.

Womens’ Health

Breast Health Education (FREE)
Breast health consultation and info on breast health. By appointment only.
Seton Medical Center, 1850 Sullivan Ave., Suite 110, Daly City
Call 650.991.6502.

CPMC: Women’s Health Resource Center
Offers health consultations, support groups, ultrasound, bone density screenings, massage therapy, a lending library with Internet access and women’s health classes.
CPMC, California East Campus, 3698 California St., Lobby Level
Call 415.600.0500 or visit www.cpmc.org/women.

Pregnancy and Parenting

Seton Women and Newborn Services
Comprehensive services for mother and baby, including childbirth education classes and a breastfeeding center. Registration is required.
Seton Medical Center,
1900 Sullivan Ave., Daly City
Some classes are free.
Call 650.991.6435.

St. Luke’s Women’s Center
Award-winning services include the Centering Pregnancy program, childbirth preparation classes and yoga classes.
CPMC, St. Luke’s Campus,
1580 Valencia St., 5th Floor, Suite 508
Call 415.641.6996.

Cancer Resources

Look Good … Feel Better (FREE)
Women who are diagnosed with cancer receive free cosmetics, tips on makeup and hair styling, plus a free wig and scarves.
Third Thursday of every other month, Sept. 16, Nov. 18, 1–4 p.m.
CPMC East Campus, Women’s Health Resource Center Classroom,
3698 California St., Lobby
Register by phone before the meeting. Call 415.600.0500.

Gentle Yoga for Gynecological and Breast Cancer Survivors
This six-week series is intended to teach a gentle yoga practice to support overall wellness and the healing process. Each sequence will include basic principles of movement, alignment and breathing awareness.
CPMC East Campus, 3698 California St., Lobby Level
Call 415.600.0500 for dates, times and cost.

Gynecological (GYN) Cancer Recovery Program (FREE)
This program provides compassionate care for physical, emotional and spiritual healing to women undergoing treatment for uterine, ovarian, cervical, vaginal, vulvar and peritoneal cancers. The program offers free education and support services, which are individualized and tailored to meet patients’ needs.
By appointment  only.
CPMC East Campus, 3698 California St., Lobby Level.
Call 415.600.0500.

CPMC Breast Cancer and Gynecological Cancer Recovery Program
These programs assist women in cancer treatment and recovery. Services include

• Preparation for surgery, radiation and chemotherapy
• Hairpieces and breast forms
• Lymphedema education
• Individual and group support, including chaplain and social services
• Natural menopause symptom management
• Nutrition

Call 415.600.6281 for more information about the Breast Cancer Recovery Program; call 415.600.0500 for the Gynecological Cancer Recovery Program.

Chemotherapy Class (FREE)
Patients and caregivers learn what to expect when having chemotherapy, possible side effects and resources for help. An advanced practice nurse will answer your personal questions and concerns.
Thursdays, 3–4 p.m.
CPMC, Bryan Hemming Cancer Care Center, 2351 Clay St., Suite 137
Call 415.600.3081.

Aging Well

Oral Health for Seniors (FREE)
What’s the big deal about dental care? With all the medical, financial and other issues seniors have to deal with every day, is this really a priority? This lecture will cover the reasons why the need for dental care increases with age, the mouth-body link (how dental problems contribute to increased risk for heart attack, stroke, diabetes and pneumonia), dental problems seniors face and why, access to care issues for seniors, and resources for caregivers.
Thursday, Nov. 11, 1–2:30 p.m.
CPMC, 2100 Webster St., Suite 106
Call 415.923.3155 to preregister.

Management of Hearing Loss
This program is focused on how to manage hearing loss, including utilizing a hearing aid most effectively to improve communication with others. Learn how to maximize communication through lip reading, stress reduction, creative problem solving and assertiveness. A speech pathologist will instruct participants in a supportive group environment. Six sessions. Free.
Thursdays, 1:15–2:45 p.m. Nov. 11 through Dec. 16.
CPMC Davies Campus at Castro and Duboce streets, North Tower, Davies Conference Room B-1
For more information, call Judi at 415.561.1018.

The Latest in Alzheimer’s Treatment and Research
In recent years, we have entered a period of tremendous advances on all fronts in Alzheimer’s research, encompassing areas as diverse as genetic risk factors for Alzheimer’s, imaging studies to identify Alzheimer’s in the living brain, blood tests that may one day be used to diagnose Alzheimer’s and how lifestyle influences our risk of Alzheimer’s as we age. Join us to learn more about the very latest in Alzheimer’s disease research.
Wednesday, Dec. 1, 12:30–2 p.m.
CPMC, 2100 Webster St., Suite 106
Call 415.600.3081.

Osteoporosis ProgramConsider this: One out of four women over the age of 65 will be diagnosed with osteoporosis. Schedule an appointment at the Women’s Health Resource Center to be screened with a bone densitometry ultrasound. In addition, meet with our nurse practitioner to discuss prevention, management and treatment of osteoporosis.
CPMC East Campus, 3698 California St., Lobby Level
$30, ultrasound screening; $30, half-hour osteoporosis consultation.
Call 415.600.0500.

Diabetes and Self-Mangement

CPMC Center for Diabetes Services
This American Diabetes Association (ADA)–recognized program provides classes and individual counseling sessions for adults and children with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. The center also offers prevention classes for those at risk for diabetes plus support groups and counseling. Staff speaks English, Tagalog, Spanish and Chinese.
CPMC, Center for Diabetes Services, 3801 Sacramento St., 7th Floor
Call 415.600.0506.

Diabetes — Individual Education (FREE)
Individual appointments for diabetes education. Available for those needing specific counseling (for example, insulin therapy initiation) or for those with special needs (physical limitations, non-English speaking, etc.). The American Diabetes Association recognizes this education service as meeting the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education. This program is patient-focused and taught by nurses, dietitians and a clinical social worker. Referral required. Call for appointment.
CPMC, Center for Diabetes Services, 3801 Sacramento St., 7th Floor
Call 415.600.0506.

Diabetes — Prediabetes Education: Two-Class Series (FREE)
Two classes designed to teach the tools proven in research to prevent diabetes. Referral required.
Class 1: Nov. 8, 10; Dec. 6, 10; 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Class 2: third Wednesday of every month, 3:30–5 p.m.
CPMC, Center for Diabetes Services, 3801 Sacramento St., 7th Floor
Call 415.600.0506.

Diabetes — Type 2 Education: Four-Class Series (FREE)
A series of four classes for people with type 2 diabetes. The American Diabetes Association recognizes this education service as meeting the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education. The series of classes and one-on-one appointments are tailored to meet individual needs. This dynamic, research-based program is patient-focused and taught by our expert staff of nurses, dietitians and a clinical social worker.
Class 1: held most Mondays or Fridays, either 9 a.m.–noon or 1:30–4:30 p.m. Call for dates and times.
Classes 2, 3 and 4: offered Tuesdays, 1:30–4 p.m.; Thursdays, 9–11:30 a.m; or Thursday evenings, 6–8:30 p.m.
CPMC, Center for Diabetes Services, 3801 Sacramento St., 7th Floor
Call 415.600.0506.

Diabetes — Continuous Glucose Monitoring (FREE)
An advanced program that features real-time, continuous glucose readings. This information provides in-depth exploration of challenging glucose patterns to optimize control. Ideal for those taking insulin (both type 1 and 2), those with complicated diabetes medication regimens or individuals who experience frequent episodes of hypoglycemia (low blood glucose). During the first session, participants attend a class and are placed on the continuous glucose monitoring device (Dexcom or Guardian). One week later, the device is removed, data are downloaded, and the information is analyzed. Patients new to our center will need a 1½-hour, pre-class appointment.
First and fourth Wednesday of every month, 1–3 p.m.
CPMC, Center for Diabetes Services, 3801 Sacramento St., 7th Floor
Call 415.600.0506.

Diabetes — Intensive Management Series: Two-Class Series (FREE)
An advanced insulin management program designed for people with type 1 diabetes and people who are interested in an insulin pump. Patients new to our center will need a 1½-hour, preclass appointment. Topics include carbohydrate counting, finding your insulin-to-carbohydrate ratio and adjustment of insulin to meet your target goal.
Class 1: Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 12, Dec. 10, 1–4 p.m.
Class 2: Fourth Friday of every month, 1–4 p.m.
CPMC, Center for Diabetes Services, 3801 Sacramento St., 7th Floor
Call 415.600.0506.

Diabetes Meter Instruction Clinics
Instruction in all aspects of glucose meters. By appointment only.
Seton Medical Center,
1900 Sullivan Ave., 8th Floor, Daly City
Call 650.991.6607.

Seton Medical Center Diabetes Training Center (FREE)
This ADA-certified program offers complete diabetes self-management education. Diabetes patients learn about diet, exercise, blood glucose monitoring, stress, sick-day management and more. Day and evening classes plus support groups.
Seton Medical Center, 1900 Sullivan Ave., 8th Floor, Daly City
Call 650.991.6607.

St. Luke’s Hospital: Diabetes Education Program (FREE)
ADA-recognized, the Diabetes Center at CPMC St. Luke’s Campus offers a multidisciplinary, caring, bilingual team that coordinates care with your physician. We educate you about diet and exercise, blood sugar monitoring, and medications. Individual consultations are available. Appointments are scheduled from 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday–Friday.
CPMC, St. Luke’s Campus, 3555 Cesar Chavez St., Room 230
Call 415.641.6826.

St. Mary’s Medical Center: Diabetes Services (FREE)
This ADA-certified education center has a nurse diabetes educator, and a registered dietitian, and offers individual appointments.
St. Mary’s Medical Center, 2335 Hayes St.
Call 415.750.5513.

Living Well With Diabetes (FREE)
Diabetes educational classes that teach care for diabetes, what to eat and why to check blood sugar.
Mondays, 4–5 p.m.
St. Mary’s Medical Center, 450 Stanyan St., Cardiology Conference Room, Level C
Call 415.750.5513.

Support Groups

Breast Cancer Support Group (FREE)
Tuesdays (newly diagnosed or in treatment) and Wednesdays (cancer veterans/metastatic diagnosis), 5–7 p.m.
St. Mary’s Medical Center, 450 Stanyan St., 6th Floor, Room 630
Call 415.750.5775.

Breast Cancer Support Group (FREE)
Seton Medical Center,
1900 Sullivan Ave., Daly City
Call 650.991.6502.

Breast Cancer Support Group (FREE)
Facilitated by a nurse and psychologist. Open to women who are newly diagnosed, undergoing treatment or post-treatment.
Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:30–7 p.m.
CPMC, 3698 California St., Room 1882 (Library)
Call 415.600.2717 for dates, times and more information.

Breastfeeding Support Group (FREE)
Seton Medical Center, 1900 Sullivan Ave., Daly City
Call 650.991.6345 for dates and times.

Cancer Support Groups
Serves cancer patients and their families.
Tuesdays, 1:15–2:15 p.m.
Seton Medical Center, 1900 Sullivan Ave., Radiation Oncology Room, Daly City
Call 650.991.6602.

Cardiac Support Group (FREE)
Mondays, 5–6:30 p.m.
Seton Medical Center, 1900 Sullivan Ave., Daly City
Call 650.991.6602.

Diabetes Support Group (FREE)
Last Tuesday of the month, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Seton Medical Center, 1900 Sullivan Ave., Daly City
Call 650.991.6602.

Diabetes Daytime Support Group (FREE)
Moderated by a certified diabetes educator.
Fourth Wednesday of every month, 11 a.m.–noon.
CPMC Medical Office Building, Center for Diabetes Services, 3801 Sacramento St., 7th Floor
Call 415.600.0506 for topics.

Diabetes Evening Support Group (FREE)
Moderated by a certified diabetes educator. Call for topics.
Second Thursday of every month, 6–8:30 p.m.
CPMC Davies Campus Conference Room B-2/3, Castro and Duboce streets
Call 415.600.0506 for more information.

Diabetes Type 1 / Insulin Pump Support Group (FREE)
Sept. 29, Nov. 10,
6–7:30 p.m.
CPMC Medical Office Building, 3801 Sacramento St.,
Center for Diabetes Services, 7th Floor
Call 415.600.0506.

Heart Support Group (FREE)
Every Wednesday, noon–1 p.m.
St. Mary’s Medical Center, 2250 Hayes St., 3rd Floor
Call 415.750.5617.

Hepatitis C Support Group (FREE)
First and third Tuesday of the month, 6:45–8 p.m.
CPMC, Pacific Campus, 2333 Buchanan St., Pathology Conference Room
Call 415.385.7180.

Metastatic Breast Cancer Educational Support Group (FREE)
Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30–7 p.m.
CPMC California East Campus, 3698 California St.
Call 415.600.2717 for initial interview.

Stroke Survivor Support Groups (FREE)
First Thursday of every month, 1–2:30 p.m.
CPMC, 2100 Webster St., Suite 119, Conference Room
To RSVP, call 415.923.3155.

Health Screenings

Blood Pressure Screenings (FREE)
St. Mary’s Medical Center, 2235 Hayes St., 5th Floor
Mondays, 12:15–1:15 p.m.
Call 415.750.5959.

Blood Pressure Screening (FREE)
Third Friday of the month, 1–2 p.m.
CPMC, 2100 Webster St., Suite 100
Call 415.923.3155.

Cholesterol and Diabetes Screenings
A 12-hour fast is required. Results are mailed.
Second Sunday of each month, 7–11:30 a.m.
Seton Medical Center,
1900 Sullivan Ave., Daly City
Fee: $25
Call 650.991.6466 or 650.991.6677.

Osteoporosis Screening (FREE)
Physician referral required.
Seton Medical Center, 1900 Sullivan Ave., Daly City
To make an appointment Monday–Friday, call 650.991.5930.