Upcoming Events:
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The Annual Colorectal Cancer Awareness Health Fair
~ Saturday, March 3, 2012 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. ~
Hosted at: The Gilmore Center at Bronson Hospital
Located at: 7 Healthcare Plaza, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007
Schedule of Events:
9:00 a.m. – Live Remote – WKZO radio
10:00 a.m. “Live Colonoscopy” – Dr. Gjersoe
10:30 a.m. – Meijer NuVal Presentation, Erin Culler, PhD
11:00 a.m. – Caretaker and Survivor viewpoint on colon cancer.
12:00 p.m. – Deanna House – Healthy food choices – high fiber diet presentation.
1:00 p.m. - Why is it important to get screened? – presentation by Kalamazoo Gastroenterology Hepatology
1:30 p.m. – Laurie (WMCC dietitan to give presentation) –
2:00 p.m. – Bronson Athletic Club – Senior focused exercise and wellness class.
Main Level: Deanna House - Food Demonstration, Meijer's NuVal Nutritional Presentation, DaVinci Robot, Door Prizes & "Polypwoman"
Lower Level:
MI Blood Drive, Massage Therapy, Fitness for Seniors Exercise by Bronson Athletic Club
OTHER ATTRACTIONS:
DaVinci Robot Demonstrations, "Mock" Procedure Room, WKZO 590 "Live Remote", Massage Therapy, Blood Pressure Clinic, FREE Hemocult Testing Kits, Nutritional/Cooking workshops, a variety of healthy fitness programs, NuVal Nutritional workshop by Meijer, Digestive Dime Drop & "Polypwoman"
Past events:
Senior Expo 2011 on October 4, 2011 at the
Kalamazoo County Expo Center at the Fairgrounds
from 9:00am to 3:00pm
You're invited to the expo that attracts thousands of older adults, caregivers and professionals annually. Gastroenterology of Southwest Michigan's (GSM) booth will offer information on KCRAN the Kalamazoo Colorectal Cancer Awareness Network. GSM will be focusing on the importance of getting colorectal cancer screenings by age 50 or earlier if you have a family history of colon cancer or polyps. Borgess and Bronson hospitals will be offering health screenings and flu shots. The Medicare Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP) will be there to offer counseling. There will also be a medication collection conducted by Household Hazardous Waste. Thanks to our sponsors, there is no charge to attendees of the expo.
June 11th - June 12th 10 am - 10 am
2011 Kalamazoo County Relay for Life
at the Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds
&
June 11th from 1:00-4:00 pm - $5.00 entry fee
4th Annual Relay for Life "Revved About Cancer" Auto Show
We are looking for the classics to contemporary, as well as motorcycles!! All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. This is a "Judged" event as well as a "People's Choice" category. Additional fundraising will occur with a voting process @ $1.00 per vote. Please come out and support this worthwhile event!
Per Relay for life:
- This is a non-smoking cancer awareness event.
- Please no pets unless your pet is a service dog.
If you are interested in participating in our Auto Show, please contact: erica.lutz42510@gmail.com or tschrock2009@hotmail.com
DRIVING DIRECTIONS To Relay & the Auto Show
Once again, Gastroenterology of Southwest Michigan will be hosting a booth at this worthwhile event on the East side of the track . We'll have prizes, games and fundraising opportunities to benefit the American Cancer Society. The Car Show will be located between the Parking Lot and the Relay for Life track just West of the Expo Center.
The 4th Annual Colorectal Cancer Awareness Health Fair
~ Saturday, March 12, 2011 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. ~
Was held at: The Gilmore Center at Bronson Hospital
Located at: 7 Healthcare Plaza, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007
Schedule of Events:
Main Level: DaVinci Robot & NuVal Demonstration - Meijer
KEYNOTE DISCUSSION PANELISTS: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Auditorium - "Learn & Lunch" Presentation
Moderator: Kelly Smith, NP-C, MSN, AOCN (WMCC)
Bill Krasean — Retired Health Editor, Kalamazoo Gazette
Julie Mack — Journalist, Kalamazoo Gazette
Martha Trout - (ACS)
Kim Nguyen, M.D. — Gastroenterologist, (GSM)
Orhan Atay, M.D. — Pediatric Gastroenterologist, (Bronson)
Michael Chen, M.D. — Colorectal Surgeon, (Bronson)
Keith Bailey, M.D. — Oncologist, (WMCC)
Andy Reeves, R.Ph — KCMS Pharmacy
VIDEO TAPED COLONOSCOPY With Heidi Gjersoe, M.D.— Gastroenterologist, (GSM)
Lower Level:
Mock Colonoscopy Procedure by Bronson GI Boston Scientific, Bronson Nutritional Services, Massage Therapy, Fitness for Seniors Exercise by West Hills Athletic Club & Gluten Free Kitchen
OTHER ATTRACTIONS:
DaVinci Robot Demonstrations, "Mock" Procedure Room, WKZO 590 "Live Remote", Massage Therapy, Blood Pressure Clinic, Health Risk Assessment/Scheduling Opportunities, Insurance Benefit Verifications, FREE Hemocult Testing Kits, Nutritional/Cooking workshops, and a variety of healthy fitness programs, NuVal Nutritional workshop by Meijer, Digestive Dime Drop & "Polypwoman"
We would like to thank our Sponsors & Vendors:
American Cancer Society, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Bronson Methodist Hospital/GI Lab, Gastroenterology of Southwest Michigan, Kalamazoo Endoscopy Center, West Michigan Cancer Center, Bronson Nutritional Services, MSU Extension, Borgess Medical Center, Life EMS, Lending Hands, Meijer, Hospice Care of SW Michigan, Wright & Filippis, West Hills Athletic Club, Kalamazoo Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Home Instead for Seniors, Boston Scientific, Ample Pantry, Biggby Coffee, Brew-Time Beverage, Carrabba's, D&W Fresh Market, Danielle King-CMT, Everyday Gourmet, Finley's, Don's Card Hut, Harding's Market, Integrity Business Solutions, Kalamazoo-10, Lenny's Sub Shop, Mackenzie's Bakery, McDonald's - Paw Paw, Meijer, Millennium Restaurant Group, Olive Garden, Outback Steakhouse, Panchero's, Panera Bread, Red Robin, Sam's Club, Subway & Texas Roadhouse
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2010 Kalamazoo County Relay for Life
May 22, 2010 held at the Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds
Once again our practice will be hosting a booth at this worthwhile event. We will have staff available to answer gastroenterological specific questions, also, have information, prizes, and fundraising opportunities for the American Cancer Society.
This is also the 3rd Annual "Revved About Cancer Auto Show" held at the Relay for Life site.
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Kalamazoo Colorectal Cancer Awareness Network (KCRAN)
The Third Annual Colorectal Cancer Awareness Health Fair
was held on Saturday, March 6th 2010
from 10:00 am - 3:00 p.m.
Event Location
The Gilmore Center at Bronson Methodist Hospital
The Schedule of Events included the following:
DaVinci Robot
"Mock" Procedure Room
Blood Pressure Clinic
Health Risk Assessment/Scheduling Opportunities and Benefits Verifications 10:00 a.m. - FREE Hemocult Testing Kits
Lifestyle workshops including Massage Therapy,
Nutritional/Cooking workshops, and a variety of healthy Fitness Programs
Speaker Schedule included:
Kim Nguyen, M.D. - Gastroenterologist
KEYNOTE PANEL DISCUSSION:
Bill Krasean - Retired Health Editor of Kalamazoo Gazette
Julie Mack - Journalist, Kalamazoo Gazette
Heidi S. Gjersoe, M.D. - Gastroenterologist
Kelly Smith - NP-C, MSN, AOCN Genetic Counselor
Jean Thompson - (American Cancer Society)
Orhan Atay, M.D. - Pediatric Gastroenterologist
Additional Programs Included the Following:
Orhan Atay, M.D. - Pediatric Gastroenterologist
Derek Quinn. PhD - Pharmaceutical Viewpoints
Kelly Smith (Genetic Counseling)
Mohammed Zafar, M.D. (Chemo induces neuropathy)
Jay Morris of 590KZO also was on air with a "Live Remote Broadcast"
We thank the following sponsors who had informational booths
to provide the public at the event:
West Michigan Cancer Center, American Cancer Society, Salix Pharmaceuticals, Bronson Methodist Hospital, Gastroenterology of Southwest Michigan, Kalamazoo Endoscopy Center, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Home Instead for Senior Care, United Nursing Service, Apria/Coram Specialty Infusion, Gluten Free Kitchen, Bronson Dietary, MSU Extension, Lending Hands, Hospice of SW Michigan, Wright & Filippis, Mohammed Zafar, M.D., Quinn & Westlake Pharmacy, Kazoo Books, Everest Institute, YMCA, West Hills Athletic Club and The Cancer Project
DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO KCRAN
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2009 RELAY FOR LIFE Pictures
Ask a Nurse Booth
2nd Annual Revved About Cancer Car Show Pics
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Pictures from 2008 Relay for Life
Once again held at the Kalamazoo Air Zoo, once again the overall event met its fundraising goals!
Relay Booth 2008 Relay Ask a Nurse and Activities
1st Annual Revved About Cancer Show
A great fundraising opportunity with great wheels!
Thanks again to all our team members and their friends and families who supported us again this year. We look forward to 2009 more activities, more cancer education information, and the 2nd Annual Revved About Cancer Car Show. See you next year!
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Relay for Life 2007 was held at the Kalamazoo Air Zoo in Portage, Michigan. The American Cancer Society successfully raised the needed funds to support those suffering with; recovering from; or having survived some type of cancer. The ACS – Lights the Way in their Hope for a Cure.
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GSM – KEC Team Booth |
The Survivors Starting Archway |
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Survivors Walk |
Dr. Webb getting soaked for a good cause! |
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Dr. Webb and Dr. Gushurt supporting the event! |
Hope for All! |
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Raising funds for a CURE! |
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Thank you to all who participated and we look forward to next year! We surpassed our fundraising goal for 2007. So let’s beat it even more for next year!