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Classes/Program List
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| Yoga | | Description | Learn to connect the mind and body to relax and get fit through yoga poses and deep breathing. This class is guided through movements that improve strength and flexibility while clearing the mind.
Class Size: Minimum of 8, Maximum of 15
To register for a class call Summa Wellness Institute at (330) 342-4400, or click here to register online.
Fee: $50 for 8 weeks.
Sessions Begin:
Monday, January 11, 2010 at 7pm Monday, March 8, 2010 at 7pm |
| Location | Akron City Hospital, Specialty Health Center, 95 Arch Street, Suite 175, Akron |
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| Wrestling Skin Clinics | | Date: | 12/1/2009 through 3/6/2010 |
| Description | Weekly skin clinics are offered to all high school wrestlers beginning the first week of December through the first week of March.
- Same Day/Next Day Appointment also available by calling 1-888-7-SUMMA-SPORT.
High school wrestlers needing skin checks have a convenient way to obtain them. Our sports medicine physicians offer weekly skin checks to all middleschool, high school and college wrestlers.
The clinics operate as follows:
• Mondays at our St. Thomas, Streetsboro and Barberton offices from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. • Tuesdays at out St. Thomas and Streetsboro offices from 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. • No appointment necessary • Athletes under 18 must be accompanied by an adult • Walk-ins are taken on a first come, first served basis • All wrestling compliance issues and forms will be completed by the physician for participating • Bring your insurance card and photo ID for billing purposes • NOTE: skin checks must be performed BY TUESDAY for athletes to compete that week end.
Any medications prescribed by the physician MUST BE STARTED IMMEDIATELY
For more information:
Summa St. Thomas Hospital 20 Olive St. #201, Akron Summa Barberton Hospital 201 Fifth Street NE, Suite 14 Barberton Robinson Health Center at Streetsboro 9318 State Rt. 14, Streetsboro |
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| Weight Loss Surgery Seminar | | Description | FREE PUBLIC SEMINAR
Due to limited seating, advance registration is required. Call (330) 375-6590 today to reserve your seat! You can also register on line.
NOTE: Effective January 1, 2006, all patients are required to attend a seminar or view a taped version of the seminar prior to their initial evaluation.
Seminar Schedule
All seminars begin at 6pm unless otherwise noted. Directions to Professional Center South, Basement/ Pods (PCS-PODS)
Fashion Show - Thursday, April 29, 2010
A taped version of the seminar is offered one to two mornings per month. Reservations are required to attend. For more information call (330) 375-6590.
Please note:
- a staff person is not available during the taped seminars for questions
- all questions should be written down and brought to your initial evaluation – paper and pencils are provided.
Meet John Zografakis M.D., Medical Director of Summa's weight loss surgery program. Dr. Zografakis is fellowship trained in advanced laparoscopic and weight loss surgery and has performed more than 200 laparoscopic weight loss surgery procedures with complication rates well below the national average! Read the stories our patients wrote about their experience and journey through Summa's weight loss program.
Summa's Advanced Bariatric Care and Weight Loss Management Program staff will be on hand to answer your questions about our comprehensive program, which includes careful evaluation of each patient, a standardized approach to surgery and post operative care, long-term follow up and support, and the compassion and personalized attention that you deserve.
To learn more about Summa's weight loss management program click on Bariatric Care & Weight Loss.
Parking
South parking deck which can be accessed from Arch Street or Adams Street.
- If parked on level 2 of the garage, take the walkway into the medical building, then take the office building elevators to the basement. Follow the signs to the Pods
- If parked on any other level of the garage, take the parking deck elevators to the 2nd floor. Take the walkway to the South Medical Building. Then take the elevators in the medical office building down to the basement and follow the signs to the Pods.
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| Location | Summa Health System Hospital, Professional Center South Medical Building; 55 Arch Street; Akron, OH; Pods D,E&F (basement) |
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| Tai Chi: Meditation in Motion | | Description | De-stress and re-energize with Tai Chi, an "internal" martial art practiced for its many health benefits, including improved cardio respiratory function, strength, balance, flexibility and circulation. The slow movements and mindful breathing are suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. This class is available at three locations!
Akron City Hospital ($50 for six weeks) 41 Arch St. School of Nursing Gym, |
Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m.
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- December 15, 2009
- January 26, 2010
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Summa Health Center at Green ($50 for six weeks) 3838 Massillon Rd. |
Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m.
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- December 15, 2009
- January 26, 2010
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Summa Wellness Institute ($60 for six weeks, includes Stretch/De-Stress Class) 5625 Hudson Dr., Hudson |
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Classes are 1 hour and 15 minutes.
To Register for a class call, Summa Wellness Institute at (330)342-4400 or click here to register online today. |
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| Summa Health Talks! | | Description | Summa Western Reserve Hospital and Summa Health System are proud to sponsor the Mall Walkers Program at Chapel Hill Mall, 2000 Brittain Road, Akron, Ohio. As part of this program, Summa offers a monthly talk the third Wednesday of each month covering a variety of health topics that are important to you. |
| Location | Chapel Hill Mall |
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| Straight From The Heart | | Description | Straight From The Heart: Women and Heart Disease Thursday, March 12, 2009 6:00pm to 8:00pm Akron City Hospital Campus Raymond C. Firestone Auditorium Professional Center South 55 Arch Street, Akron Download Brochure |
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| Stop Smoking Classes | | Date: | 11/3/2008 through 12/1/2008 |
| Description | Stop Smoking - Free Classes: Please Join Us!
Registration: Please contact Elizabeth Burke, Tobacco Treatment Specialist, at 330-375-2109 to register for these free classes.
Schedule:
| November 3, 2008 |
Session One
Thinking About Quitting Decision Process |
| November 10, 2008 |
Session Two
On The Road To Freedom Studying Your Habit/Building Motivation |
| November 17, 2008 |
Session Three
Wanting To Quit Coping With Urges/Making A Plan |
| November 24, 2008 |
Session Four
Quit Day |
| December 1, 2008 |
Session Five
Winning Strategies Recovery And Support Relapse Prevention |
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| Location | Jean & Milton Cooper Cancer Center (Akron City Hospital Campus) 161 N. Forge St. - Ground Floor Conference Room Akron, Oh. 44304 |
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| Sibling Class | | Description | Include your children in your preparations for their new sibling! For siblings ages 2-1/2 to 10 years. Tour newborn nursery, discuss holding and helping with newborns. How to play and appropriate newborn toys. What newborns do.
Fee: $10 per family.
Single session class (1 hour). Classes are held on Saturday at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. (you choose the time that is most convenient.)
Schedule:
2008
November 8, 2008 December 6, 2008 - BOTH CLASSES FULL
2009
January 10, 2009 - CANCELLED February 7, 2009 - THE 9:30 CLASS IS CANCELLED March 7, 2009 - THE 9:30 CLASS IS CANCELLED April 4, 2009 - THE 9:30 CLASS IS CANCELLED May 2, 2009 - THE 9:30 CLASS IS CANCELLED June 6, 2009 July 11, 2009 August 8, 2009 September 12, 2009 October 10, 2009 - THE 9:30 CLASS IS CANCELLED November 7, 2009 - THE 9:30 CLASS IS CANCELLED December 5, 2009 - THE 9:30 CLASS IS CANCELLED
2010
January 9, 2010- THE 11 AM CLASS IS CANCELLED February 6, 2010 - THE 11 AM CLASS IS CANCELLED March 6, 2010 April 17, 2010 May 8, 2010 June 5, 2010 July 10, 2010 August 7, 2010 September 4, 2010 October 9, 2010 November 6, 2010 December 4, 2010
To register for a class call Summa Connections at (800) 23-SUMMA, or click here to register online.
Akron City Hospital Specialty Health Center 95 Arch Street, Suite 175 Akron
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| Pupil Activity Permit / Coaches First Aid Classes | | Description | Coaches and activity advisors (recreational thru high school) should attend this program presented by Summa Center for Sports Health & Summa Physicians Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine and approved by the Ohio Department of Education. DOES NOT include CPR
COST: Free for PAV Consortium School coaches (includes handouts)
$15 pre-registration (application and payment is received prior to the deadline - see registration form for dates)
$25 at the door
To register: call (330) 379-9229 or (800) 23-SUMMA, mail in the attached registration form or click here to register online.
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Saturday, 1/30/2010 |
Akron City Hospital Raymond Firestone Auditorium in 55 Arch St |
January 22 |
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Saturday, 3/30/2010 |
Revere High School Auditorium |
March 12 |
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| Location | Akron City Hospital (ACH) |
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| Pre-season Sports Physicals | | Description | Summa Center for Sports Health provides pre-participation sports physical screenings.
Fee: $20
For an appointment, call (330) 745-8942 or (330) 379-5051 ext 2 or 4 Click on Pre-season Sports Physicals for more information. |
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| Phase IV Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise | | Description | This is a supervised exercise program targeted to those individuals and supporting members (spouse, family, or friend) who have suffered a cardiac event and have completed a Phase II program. Click on cardiac rehabilitation to learn more about the program offered at Summa.
A signed release by your physician is required.
Check locations below for additional details
Natatorium Rehabilitation & Wellness Center 2345 4th Street Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 (330) 926-0384 |
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| Personalized Exercise Assessment and Knowledge (P.E.A.K.) | | Description | Do you have a fitness or weight loss goal but are struggling to get there? If so, this is the program for you.
The P.E.A.K. Program offers a variety of services to help you obtain your optimal health goals. As a member you will be set up with a personalized exercise program based on your specific health condition, needs and goals.
Cost: $225 (1 year) P.E.A.K. Program Membership or $125 one time sub-max physical fitness assessment ONLY
Call (330) 926-0384 to schedule your assessment. The Peak Program does not include Natatorium membership. |
| Location | Natatorium Rehabilitation & Wellness Center, 2345 4th Street, Cuyahoga Falls |
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| Memory Enhancement Program | | Description | Summa's Memory Enhancement Program offers a comprehensive program to build memory and cognition skills for older adults. The program teaches basic memory fitness tips, strategies to combat common frustrations and how to retain memory fitness. All programs are designed to fit your memory needs; frequency and duration of treatment can vary. Call the Speech Pathology Department at Summa Western Reserve Hospital at (330) 971-7448 for more information. |
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| Maternity Tours | | Description | The tour includes Labor and Delivery, Special Care Nursery, and the Mother Baby Unit. Tours are included in the childbirth education classes.
Time: 6:00 & 7:00 p.m. and last for approximately 45 minutes.
Fee: Free To register for a class call Summa Connections at (800) 23-SUMMA, or click here to register online.
2010
January 9, 2010 - 11am Available January 20 & 26, 27, 2010 ALL TOURS ARE FULL January 23, 2010 - Saturday at 1 p.m. February 1, 3, 17, 18 & 24, 2010 February 6, 2010 - Saturday at 11 a.m. - FULL February 6, 2010 - Saturday at 12 p.m. February 20, 2010 - Saturday at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. March 17 & 31, 2010 April 21 &28, 2010 May 19 & 26, 2010 June 16, 23 & 30 2010 July 21 & 28, 2010 August 18 & 25, 2010 September 15 22 & 29, 2010 October 20 & 27, 2010 November 17 & 24, 2010 December 1 & 15, 2010 |
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| Lose Weight and Keep It Off! | | Description | You CAN lose weight and keep it off, and we can help you! Summa's Bariatric Care Center offers a unique, non-surgical approach to long-term weight loss.
This 12 week program, provides a confidential assessment by a physician, a dietitian, and a clinical exercise specialist. Following these evaluations, an individually tailored eating and exercise plan is designed for each participant. All plans are based upon the most recent research concerning weight loss. Participants also attend weekly group sessions led by a dietitian or a clinical exercise specialist, and are assisted in developing an exercise program which they can perform regularly. Exercise plans include a combination of aerobic conditioning and strength training, with all recommendations made by a clinical exercise specialist. All patients begin with a physician evaluation in the Bariatric Care Center. Following medical clearance, program enrollment is available.
The physician visit is billed to insurance, and the fee for the 12 week program is $299. All fees are due at the time of enrollment. A payment plan is available for holders of a valid credit card. Employees of Summa Hospitals are eligible for payroll deduction of the program fee following a down payment of $100. For more information or to schedule your initial evaluation, call Summa's Bariatric Care Center at (330) 375-6590. |
| Location | Akron City Hospital, 95 Arch Street, Suite 240, Akron |
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| Infant Safety / Adult, Child, and Infant C.P.R. | | Description | Learn the American Heart Association's safety tips for infant and children and C.P.R. techniques for Adult, Child, and Infants.
Fee: $20 per person.
Single session class (2-1/2 hours). All classes will be held on Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.
Schedule
2008
November 1, 2008 December 6, 2008
2009
January 10, 2009 February 21, 2009 - THIS CLASS IS FULL March 21, 2009 April 1, 2009 - WEDS AT 6:30PM April 18, 2009 - THIS CLASS IS FULL May 16, 2009 - CANCELLED June 13, 2009 July 11, 2009 July 18, 2009 - CANCELLED August 1, 2009 September 19, 2009 October 3, 2009 November 7, 2009 November 14, 2009 -CANCELLED December 19, 2009
2010
January 23, 2010 February 20, 2010 March 20, 2010 April 17, 2010 May 22, 2010 June12, 2010 July 24, 2010 August 28, 2010 Sep 25, 2010 Oct. 23, 2010 Nov. 13, 2010 Dec. 18, 2010
To register for a class call Summa Connections at (800) 23-SUMMA, or click here to register online. |
| Location | Specialty Health Center, Women's Resource Center, 95 Arch Street, Suite 175 |
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| Golf Performance Clinic at Summa Wellness Institute | | Description | Goal of the clinic: To look at posture, strength and mobility and how it affects the efficiency, accuracy and ability to play golf. We will also look at common injuries associated with golf and how to prevent them. Golf Clinic:
- Demonstration on how posture, strength, mobility and balance affects your golf swing
- Participate in general postural, strength and flexibility exercises related to improving your golf swing
- Review of common golf related injuries and how to prevent them
- Included in the registration:
- exercise ball
- exercise handouts
- a piece of resistance band
The day of the clinic:
- Bring a golf club
- Bring a towel
- Bring water or sports drink
- Wear exercise clothing
Session begins at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday, December 18, 2009 (Check-in at the front desk between 6:30pm - 6:45pm) Wednesday, January 13, 2010 Wednesday, February 10, 2010 Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Pre-Registration Required Cost: $50 Call Husdon Wellness Institute at: (330) 342-4400 |
| Location | Summa Wellness Institute 5625 Hudson Dr. Hudson, OH 44623 |
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| Golf Performance Clinic - Individual | | Description | To look at posture, strength and mobility and how it affects the efficiency, accuracy and ability to play golf. We will also look at common injuries associated with golf and how to prevent them. See flyer for more information.
Pre-Registration Required
For more information call: (330) 342-4400
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| Location | Summa Wellness Institute in Hudson |
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| Golf Performance & Injury Prevention | | Description | Goal of the program: Improve the strength and mobility of your body to allow it to become more efficient while playing golf; Improve your ability to perform a consistent swing; Decrease injuries associated with golf.
See Summa's Golf Performance Program for more details.
You can print, sign and send in your forms in advance by clicking on:
Click here to read a Success Story |
| Location | Summa Wellness Institute |
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| Fit and Fabulous | | Description | Exercise in any form can help reduce the risk of disease and keep your heart healthy. This program includes strength training, aerobic conditioning, and stretching with the use of free weights, bands, balls, and steps to promote good posture and a healthy heart. All ages and ability levels welcome. To register for a class call Summa Wellness Institute at (330) 342-4400, or click here to register online.
Fee: $50 for 8 weeks
Sessions Begin:
Monday, January 11, 2010 at 4:30 or 6pm Monday, March 8, 2010 at 4:30 or 6pm
Where: Akron City Hospital Campus
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| Location | Akron City Hospital, 95 Arch Street, Suite 175, Akron |
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| Diabetes Education for Adults | | Description | The Summa Center for Diabetes Care offers educational sessions to help you learn to live with diabetes.
Participants receive an initial assessment interview with a nurse and a dietician to determine their individual needs. After the assessment, participants attend either individual or group sessions. During these sessions a multidisciplinary team of nurses, dietitians and behavioral specialists promote general understanding of the disease and its maintenance through discussions about medications, nutrition, hygiene, prevention of complications, exercise and more. Each participant then attends a follow up appointment with the center’s nurses and dietitians.
A physician’s referral is required.
For more information, please call (330) 379-5680. |
| Location | St. Thomas Hospital on the 6th floor |
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| Childbirth Refresher Course | | Description | If you have already experienced the Childbirth Preparation for First Time Parents class and are having another child, take our Childbirth Refresher Course for the latest information about the experiences of labor, birth and postpartum.
Fee: $30 per couple
Classes are held on Wednesdays from 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Schedule
2009
January 7, 2009 - CANCELLED March 4, 2009 May 6, 2009 July 1, 2009 September 2, 2009 November 4, 2009
2010
Jan. 6, 2010 - CANCELLED March 3, 2010 May 5, 2010 July 7, 2010 Sept. 1, 2010 Nov. 3, 2010
To register for a class call Summa Connections at (800) 23-SUMMA, or click here to register online.
Akron City Hospital Specialty Health Center 95 Arch Street, Suite 175 Akron |
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| Childbirth Preparation | | Description | Parents can prepare for the physical and psychological experiences of labor, birth and postpartum. Summa has a variety of times and locations to meet your needs.
Click here to veiw 4 week class schedule. Summa also offers Weekend Marathon sessions.
Fee: $65 per couple (4-week schedule) $75 per couple (Marathon session)
To register for a class call Summa Connections at (800) 23-SUMMA, or click here to register online.
Akron City Hospital Specialty Health Center 95 Arch Street, Suite 175 Akron
Summa Health Center at Green 3838 Massillon Road Uniontown |
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| Breastfeeding Your Baby | | Description | This class will help nursing mothers get prepared for breastfeeding and to learn problem solving techniques.
Fee: $15 per couple, single session class
Classes are held on Wednesday's from 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Schedule:
2009
January 7 & 21, 2009 February 4 & 18, 2009 March 4 & 18, 2009 April 1 & 15, 2009 May 6, 2009 - CLASS IS FULL June 3 & 17, 2009 July 1 & 29, 2009 August 5 & 26, 2009 September 2 & 30, 2009 October 7 & 28, 2009 - 10/28 CLASS IS CANCELLED November 4 & 11, 2009 December 2, 2009
2010
January 6 & 20, 2010 February 3 & 17, 2010 March 3 & 17, 2010 April 7 & 21, 2010 May 5 & 19, 2010 June 2 & 16, 2010 July 7 & 21, 2010 August 4 & 18, 2010 - 8/4 CLASS IS CANCELLED September 1 & 15, 2010 October 6 & 20, 2010 November 3 & 17, 2010 December 1 & 15, 2010
To register for a class call Summa Connections at (800) 23-SUMMA, or click here to register online. |
| Location | Specialty Health Center, Women's Resource Center, 95 Arch Street, Suite 175 |
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| Blood Pressure Checks - FREE | | Description | Stop by for a FREE Blood pressure screening. No appointment needed.
Locations: Natatorium Rehabilitation and Wellness Center 2345 4th Street Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 (330) 926-0384
Summa Wellness Institute 5625 Hudson Drive Hudson, Ohio 44236 (330) 342-4400 |
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| Baby Care | | Description | Get hands on training in newborn care with bathing, dressing and feeding demonstrations!
Fee: $15 per couple
Classes are held on Wednesdays from 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Schedule
2009
January 14, 2009 February 11, 2009 March 11, 2009 April 8, 2009 - CLASS IS FULL April 22, 2009 - CLASS IS CANCELED May 13, 2009 June 10, 2009 July 8, 2009 August 12, 2009 September 9, 2009 October 14, 2009 - CLASS IS FULL November 11, 2009 December 9, 2009
2010
January 13, 2010 February 10, 2010 March 10, 2010 April 14, 2010 May 12, 2010 June 9, 2010 July 14, 2010 August 11, 2010 September 8, 2010 October 13, 2010 November 10, 2010 December 8, 2010
To register for a class call Summa Connections at (800) 23-SUMMA, or click here to register online. |
| Location | Specialty Health Center, Women's Resource Center, 95 Arch Street, Suite 175 |
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| B.U.F.F. Be Ultimately Fit Forever | | Description | B.U.F.F.-Be Ultimately Fit Forever! Join us for a low impact class designed for anyone interested in keeping their body strong! This class combines strength training, aerobic conditioning and stretching that will assist you in improving the quality of your life. Designed especially for low to moderate fitness levels. Beginners are welcome!
Register by calling Summa Wellness Institute at (330) 342-4400, or click here to register on-line today.
Fee: $50 for 8 weeks
Class Size: Minimum of 8, Maximum of 15
Sessions Begin:
Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at 10:30am Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 10:30am |
| Location | Summa Wellness Institute 5625 Hudson Dr., Hudson |
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| 5th Annual Summa Center for Sports Health Symposium | | Date: | 2/26/2010 through 2/27/2010 |
| Description | Symposium is in conjunction with Summa Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine and Kent State University Athletic Training Education Program.
Date: Friday, February 26 and Saturday, February 27 at Summa Akron City Hospital
Symposium will include:
Registration: Begins January 10, 2010 by calling 330-379-9229 or 800-237-8662 or on-line.
For more information, contact Hollie Kozak at 330-379-5356 or visit our website at www.summahealth.org/sportshealth. |
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