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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 July 5, 2010 at 7pm
Monday, July 12, 2010 at 7pm
Monday, Sept. 13, 2010 at7pm

LocationAkron City Hospital, Specialty Health Center, 95 Arch Street, Suite 175, Akron
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

Day Date Location
Thursday 7/22/2010 PCS - PODS
Thursday 8/26/2010 PCS - PODS
Thursday 9/30/2010 PCS - PODS
Thursday 10/28/2010 PCS - PODS
Thursday 11/18/2010 PCS - PODS
Wednesday 12/15/2010 PCS - PODS

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.
  • Driving Directions
LocationSumma Health System Hospital, Professional Center South Medical Building; 55 Arch Street; Akron, OH; Pods D,E&F (basement)
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.

  • July 13, 2010
  • August 24, 2010
Summa Health Center at Green
($50 for six weeks)
3838 Massillon Rd.
Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m.

  • July 13, 2010
  • August 24, 2010
Summa Wellness Institute
($60 for six weeks, includes Stretch/De-Stress Class)
5625 Hudson Dr., Hudson
Wednesdays at 6 p.m.

  • July 14, 2010
  • August 25, 2010

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.

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.

LocationChapel Hill Mall
Stop Smoking Classes
Date:6/19/2010 through 8/16/2010
Description

Stop Smoking - Free Classes: Please Join Us! (Valued at $350)

Registration: Please contact Elizabeth Burke, Tobacco Treatment Specialist, at 330-861-7179 or email burkeel@ci.akron.oh.us  to register for these free classes.

Stop Smoking - Free Classes

Schedule:

July 19, 2010
Monday - 6 p.m. -8 p.m.
Session One

Thinking About Quitting
Decision Process
July 26, 2010
Monday - 6 p.m. -8 p.m.
Session Two

On The Road To Freedom
Studying Your Habit/Building Motivation
August 2, 2010
Monday - 6 p.m. -8 p.m.
Session Three

Wanting To Quit
Coping With Urges/Making A Plan
August 9, 2010
Monday - 6 p.m. -8 p.m.
Session Four

Quit Day

August 16, 2010
Monday - 6 p.m. -8 p.m.
Session Five

Winning Strategies
Recovery And Support Relapse Prevention
LocationJean & Milton Cooper Cancer Center (Akron City Hospital Campus)
161 N. Forge St. - Ground Floor Conference Room
Akron, Oh. 44304
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:

2010

July 10, 2010 - 9:30am CLASS IS CANCELLED
August 7, 2010
September 4, 2010 - 9am CLASS IS CANCELLED
October 2, 2010
October 9, 2010 - CLASS IS CANCELLED
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

Road Runner Akron Marathon Preparation Classes
Date:7/20/2010 through 9/20/2010
Description

Are you on the fence about what distance of the Road Runner Akron Marathon to sign up for?Are you now worried about your decision?  Don't worry, we will get you ready!  Sign up for one of our programs today.

Date: Starting July 19 – September 20
Time: Mondays from 6:30-7:30pm
Cost: $50 per participant; If a full 5 person relay team signs up, $10 discount per participant (for Zero to Relay Program only)

Programs

  • Zero to Relay
  • 5K to Half Marathon
  • 10K to Marathon

Each Program Includes:

  • 10 week training program
  • bi-weekly group sessions at Summa Wellness Institute in Hudson OH / or running part of the Akron Marathon Course
  • balance program including education and all components of fitness

Pre-Registration Only:  Call 330-379-9229 or click here to register online

For more Information:  Sally Price at 330-375-7799  

To register for the Akron Marathon click here for more information.

LocationSumma Wellness Institute in Hudson
Pupil Activity Permit / Coaches First Aid Classes
DescriptionCoaches 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.

Date:     Location

Deadline

Tuesday, 7/13/2010 Akron City Hospital
Raymond Firestone Auditorium in
55 Arch St
July 6
Tuesday, 8/3/2010 Akron City Hospital
Raymond Firestone Auditorium in
55 Arch St
July 27
Saturday, 10/23/2010 Wadsworth High School
625 Broad St, 44281
October 16
Saturday, 1/29/2011 Akron City Hospital
Raymond Firestone Auditorium in
55 Arch St
January 22
Saturday, 3/19/2011 Tallmadge High School
484 East Ave, 44278
March 12

LocationAkron City Hospital (ACH)
Pre-season Sports Physicals
DescriptionSumma 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.
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

Summa Wellness Institute
5625 Hudson Drive
Hudson, OH 44236
330-342-4400

Personalized Exercise Assessment and Knowledge (P.E.A.K.)
DescriptionDo 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.
LocationNatatorium Rehabilitation & Wellness Center, 2345 4th Street, Cuyahoga Falls
Peripheral Arterial Disease Screenings
Description

People who have vascular disease often show no symptoms, or don’t recognize symptoms when they do occur. That’s why vascular disease is often called “the silent killer.” The challenge is in discovering the disease early. In most cases, vascular disease can be treated successfully.

Our peripheral arterial disease (PAD) screening is designed to help with early detection and treatment.

The screening process includes three simple tests:

  • Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)
  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
  • Stroke/Carotid Artery

This screening can help with the early detection of the most common forms of vascular disease. Catching and treating the disease early can help prevent:

  • Stroke
  • Heart attack
  • Pain in the legs and/or loss of legs
  • Ruptured aneurysm

Read the Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening Brochure for more information: PAD Screening Brochure

To make an appointment, call (330) 996-8881.

LocationSumma Cardio Vascular Institute at Summa Akron City Hospital
Memory Enhancement Program
DescriptionSumma'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.
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

July 10 , 2010 at 9:30 a.m.
July 21, 28 & 29, 2010 -  7/28 Tours are Full
August 12, 18 & 25, 2010
September 4, 2010 at 9 a.m.
September 15  22 & 29, 2010
October 20 & 27, 2010
November 17 & 24, 2010
December 1 & 15, 2010

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, and dietitian.  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 a group session led by 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.

All physician visits are billed to insurance. Copays due for physician visit are due at each physician visit. The fee for the 12 week program is $299.  All fees are due at the time of enrollment.  A 3 month 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.

LocationAkron City Hospital, 95 Arch Street, Suite 240, Akron
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

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.

LocationSpecialty Health Center, Women's Resource Center, 95 Arch Street, Suite 175
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

LocationSumma Wellness Institute in Hudson
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

LocationSumma Wellness Institute
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, July 5, 2010 at 4:30 or 6pm
Monday, July 12, 2010 at 4:30 or 6pm
Monday, Sept. 13, 2010 at 4:30 or 6pm

Where: Akron City Hospital Campus

LocationAkron City Hospital, 95 Arch Street, Suite 175, Akron
Diabetes Education for Adults
DescriptionThe 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.
LocationSt. Thomas Hospital on the 6th floor
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

2010

July 7, 2010 - CANCELLED
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

Childbirth Preparation
DescriptionParents 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
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:

2010

July 7 &  21, 2010 - 7/21 CLASS IS CANCELLED
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.

LocationSpecialty Health Center, Women's Resource Center, 95 Arch Street, Suite 175
Blood Pressure Checks - FREE
DescriptionStop 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
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

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.

LocationSpecialty Health Center, Women's Resource Center, 95 Arch Street, Suite 175
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, July 13, 2010 at 10:30am
Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2010 at 10:30am

LocationSumma Wellness Institute 5625 Hudson Dr., Hudson
2010 Runner's Institute
Date:4/12/2010
Description

Join the Road Runner Akron Marathon Staff and Summa for a FREE seminar series educating runners on proper marathon training and preparation.

April 12, 2010: Session 1
Getting Started

June 14, 2010: Session 2
The Long & Winding Road

August 9, 2010: Session 3
Controversies in Running

All seminars will be held at:
Akron City Hospital
Raymond C. Firestone Auditorium
55 Arch St., Akron, OH, 44309
7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.

Cost: FREE
 
RSVP: Online at akronmarathon.org or by calling Summa at 330.379.9229.
To view seminar agendas and for more information, please visit akronmarathon.org or call the marathon office at (330) 375¬2786.

LocationAkron City Hospital Raymond C. Firestone Auditorium 55 Arch St., Akron, OH, 44309

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