Events
This is the event calendar for Summit Health . It includes events and classes held at our clinics, external events and our community events.
“I don’t know what’s the matter with me. Sometimes, when it comes to eating, I’m fine – totally in control. Then, at other times, I start to eat and no matter how hard I try and no matter how much I want to control myself, I just can’t. It’s as if something takes hold of me and I just can’t keep from eating.”
Fresh research adds weight to the notion that certain foods (think empty carbs like bagels and sweet treats) can lead to more intense hunger and overeating.
Fast-digesting carbohydrates can stimulate regions of the brain involved in cravings and addiction, according to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
Prior studies have shown that highly desirable foods, perhaps a cheesecake or pie, can trigger pleasure centers in the brain. But what’s new about this research is that it shows that even when people are unaware of what they’re eating, the intake of fast-digesting carbs can activate parts of the brain associated with pleasure, reward and addiction.
Join Us For: Carbohydrate Addiction – Part 1
Presented By: Dr. Stephen Archer, MD
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About The Presenter: Stephen Archer, MD, FACS along with Nicole O’Neill, PA-C joined Summit Health in July 2015. Dr. Archer directs Summit Health’s new bariatric weight loss surgery program. The program focuses on addressing obesity with modern medical and surgical treatment, research and education. Dr. Archer operates at St. Charles Bend, a fully accredited American College of Surgeons Center for bariatrics. Along with Dr. Archer, Summit Health’s weight loss surgery program will be comprised of a comprehensive health team including a dietician, access to Summit Health’s TotalCare ENERGY providers and program and a nurse navigator that will all work together to provide patients with the highest level of care. In addition to bariatric surgery, Dr. Archer has a general surgery practice that focuses on minimally invasive foregut surgery and reflux. Dr. Archer has added robotic bariatric and general surgery within the last two years.
Dr. Stephen Archer graduated from the University of Tennessee Medical Center in 1991 and completed general surgery training at the University of Cincinnati in 1998. He completed a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery and bariatric at Emory University in 2000 and stayed on the surgery faculty at Emory after graduation. He moved to Central Oregon in 2001.
In addition to the surgical aspects of obesity care he has a special interest in the psychological components that are a part of the disease of obesity. He is the director of the St. Charles Bariatric Surgery Program. He is also the founder and was the first president of the Oregon Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, the state chapter of the national society, the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.
Dr. Archer is an associate professor of surgery for the OHSU physician assistant program and he teaches medical students from OHSU on their surgical rotations in Central Oregon.
Dr. Archer and his wife and son enjoy traveling together, cooking and music. Dr. Archer is an avid photographer and writer.
The proof is in! Carbohydrate addiction is a very real physiological condition. You’ve suspected for years that you are addicted to carbs and now it is confirmed. But now what? Do you give up eating carbs all together? Is that possible, or good for you? Join us to find out how to manage your carbohydrate addiction while following a healthy diet.
Join Us For: Carbohydrate Addiction – Part 2
Presented By: Vanessa Cobarrubia, RD, LD
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About The Presenter: Vanessa Cobarrubia, RD, LD Vanessa is a licensed and registered dietitian. She joined the Bariatric Department at Summit Health in 2015. Vanessa holds a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from Indiana University and she completed her dietetic internship at Carondelet St. Mary’s Hospital. She is a Certified Nutrition Support Clinician.
Vanessa enjoys empowering others to improve their nutrition and fitness level. In her spare time she enjoys swimming, cooking, reading, walks, camping, and spending time with family.
![The Third Annual Central Oregon Oncology Nursing Symposium @ The Riverhouse Hotel and Convention Center | Bend | Oregon | United States](https://www.smgoregon.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Oncology-Nursing-Symposium-Image-2016-300x166.jpg)
Summit Health and St. Charles Cancer Center present the Third Annual Oncology Nursing Symposium. The program will focus on the pharmacological effects on immunologic pathways.
This workshop will discuss the role of palliative care in cancer care as well as the use of naturopathic medicine in the cancer patient. The holistic use of medical marijuana in cancer patients will also be discussed. The conference will conclude with case studies regarding lung cancer and the latest in immunology and pharmacology advances. This course is applicable to nurses, mid-level providers, student nurses and support staff in the outpatient and inpatient setting, who care for oncology patients or patients with a history of cancer. The attendees can earn up to five CEUs for the conference.
The course is applicable to nurses, mid-level providers, student nurses and support staff in the outpatient and inpatient setting, who care for oncology patients or patients with a history of cancer. The attendees can earn up to five CEUs for the conference.
Lodging
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Riverhouse Hotel under Oncology Nursing Symposium.
$119 for a single or double room
Riverhouse Hotel, 3075 N. Highway 97
Bend, OR 97701, 866-453-4480
Register here for the Nursing Symposium
![Dermatology Open House @ Summit Health Dermatology & Mohs Surgery Pinnacle Building | Bend | Oregon | United States](https://www.smgoregon.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Derma_building-300x188.png)
Join our Dermatology Department for a free open house and skin cancer talk by Dr. Oliver Wisco.
With 3.5 million cases diagnosed annually, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Fortunately, skin cancer is also one of the most preventable forms of cancer. Dr. Wisco will talk about the effects sun has on your skin and what you can do to prevent sun damage.
The Summit Health Dermatology Open House is free to the public. In addition to Dr. Wisco’s talk, the public can meet Summit Health Dermatology providers and staff, visit with an Elta skin care representative for product specials and information and get exclusive access to a Skin Ceuticals light box which reveals visible and underlying skin imperfections. Enter to win skin care prizes throughout the evening; in addition, several skin care products will be on sale. Light refreshments will be provided.
![Summit Health Redmond Flu Clinic @ Summit Health Redmond Clinic | Redmond | Oregon | United States](https://www.smgoregon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/cold-and-flu_2.jpg)
Be sure to protect yourself from the flu by getting your flu shot at Summit Health prior to the peak flu season in February.
Location & Time
Redmond Clinic
October 1st
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Details
- Billable to most insurances or $35 fee.
- Open to anyone age 3 and up.
- No pediatric or high dose vaccine available at flu clinics.
- Please bring ID and insurance card.
- Appointments preferred by calling 541-382-4900.
Walk-ins also welcome.
![Summit Health Eastside Flu Clinic @ Summit Health Eastside Clinic | Bend | Oregon | United States](https://www.smgoregon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/cold-and-flu_2.jpg)
Be sure to protect yourself from the flu by getting your flu shot at Summit Health prior to the peak flu season in February.
Location & Time
Eastside Clinic
October 8th
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Details
- Billable to most insurances or $35 fee.
- Open to anyone age 3 and up.
- No pediatric or high dose vaccine available at flu clinics.
- Please bring ID and insurance card.
- Appointments preferred by calling 541-382-4900.
Walk-ins also welcome.
![Summit Health Old Mill District Flu Clinic @ Summit Health Old Mill District Clinic | Bend | Oregon | United States](https://www.smgoregon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/cold-and-flu_2.jpg)
Be sure to protect yourself from the flu by getting your flu shot at Summit Health prior to the peak flu season in February.
Location & Time
Old Mill District Clinic
October 15th
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Details
- Billable to most insurances or $35 fee.
- Open to anyone age 3 and up.
- No pediatric or high dose vaccine available at flu clinics.
- Please bring ID and insurance card.
- Appointments preferred by calling 541-382-4900.
Walk-ins also welcome.
Join Drs. Janey Purvis, James Ockner and Daymen Tuscano for lunch on Thursday October 20, 2016 from 12:00-1:00pm to learn more about breast cancer, prevention and 3D Mammography. Limited space available. Register today!
Complimentary lunch will begin at 11:30 am and is provided by
Thursday, October 20th
Lunch will begin at 11:30 am
Presentation 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Old Mill District Clinic
2nd Floor – Deschutes Room
Please register online by 10/17.
![Moving Beyond Cancer to Wellness @ Mount Bachelor Village Resort | Bend | Oregon | United States](https://www.smgoregon.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/MBCTW-banner-12-16-16-300x91.jpg)
Join us for a free conference designed to provide education on wellness after cancer. Patients, survivors, caregivers, friends, families and healthcare professionals are invited to attend. For additional information and to RSVP by March 3rd please visit, www.fredhutch.org/mbctw-bend.
Topics
- Late effects from cancer, survivorship care planning
- Cancer and cognitive functioning
- Exercise after cancer
- Eating well after cancer
![Summit Health Walk With A Doc](https://www.smgoregon.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/WWAD-shoes-300x204.png)
Take a STEP to Better Health
Every Tuesday at 7:00 am & the first Thursday of each month at 5:30 pm departing from the Old Mill District Dog Park.