Atlantic General Hospital Announces Education Calendar for May 2023

T.O.P.S. of Berlin – Group #169

Mondays | 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1

Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a weekly support and educational group promoting weight loss and living a healthy lifestyle. Contact Rose Campion at (410) 641-0157 for more information.

Bariatric Support Groups

Online Zoom Call

1^st and 2^nd Wednesday of the month – Non-Surgical patients

3^rd and 4^th Wednesday of the month – Surgical patients

Please contact the Atlantic General Bariatrics Center for more information: (410)-641-9568.

Ocean City Health Fair

Tuesday, May 2 | 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Roland E. Powell Convention Center - 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842

We will be providing free health screenings, including blood pressure, hearing, bone density and more! Speakers will also discuss various topics relating to physical and financial health. Please contact Alyce Marzola at amarzola@atlanticgeneral.org for more information.

Diabetes Support Group

Wednesday, May 3 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Ocean Pines Library

The group provides discussion, education, and a speaker on the topic of diabetes. Contact Darlene Jameson at 410-208-9761 or djameson@atlanticgeneral.org for more information.

CPAP Mask Fitting

Thursday, May 4 | Appointment Only

Atlantic General Hospital’s Sleep Disorders Diagnostic Center hosts a mask fitting clinic for patients who are having trouble adjusting to their CPAP equipment. This is a completely FREE service, but requires the patient to call ahead to set up an appointment. To schedule, contact Robin Rohlfing at 410-641-9726.

Parkinson’s Support Group

Tuesday, May 9 | 3:15 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Atlantic General Neurology Office | 314 Franklin Avenue Suite 104, Berlin, MD

For individuals living with Parkinson's disease, as well as their caregivers. Group provides discussions and mutual support, along with education on exercise, nutrition, coping techniques, medications, and developments in treatment. To reserve, contact Kay Kinnikin at 410-641-4765 or kkinnikin@atlanticgeneral.org.

Diabetes Education

Wednesday, May 17 | 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Pocomoke Library

Discussion and education on the topic of diabetes, focusing on long-term complications, prevention, screening and foot/wound care. Contact Alyce Marzola at amarzola@atlanticgeneral.org for more information.

Stroke Support Group

Wednesday, May 17 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Atlantic General Neurology Office | 314 Franklin Avenue Suite 104, Berlin, MD

For stroke survivors, family and friends. Please contact (410) 641-4765 or bglime@atlanticgeneral.org for more information.

Breast Cancer Support Group

Wednesday, May 17 | 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Burbage Regional Cancer Care Center

For survivors and current patients battling breast cancer. Please call Women Supporting Women at (410) 548-7880 for more information.

CPAP Mask Fitting

Thursday, May 18 | Appointment Only

Atlantic General Hospital’s Sleep Disorders Diagnostic Center hosts a mask fitting clinic for patients who are having trouble adjusting to their CPAP equipment. This is a completely FREE service, but requires the patient to call ahead to set up an appointment. To schedule, contact Robin Rohlfing at 410-641-9726.

Walk with a Doc

Saturday, May 20 | 9:00 a.m.

Southgate Pond, Ocean pines

Educate. Exercise. Empower. Join us for our monthly Walk with a Doc! Contact Alyce Marzola at amarzola@atlanticgeneral.org for more information.

Grief Support Group

Wednesday, May 24 | 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1

The goal of the support group is to provide participants with hope for the future. Please contact Gail Mansell at (410) 641-9725 or gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org for more information.