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Health Equity: Closing the Gap in Black Health Disparities

February 16, 2023

Please note that registration for in-person attendance is closed but you can tune in to the live stream on the NSU Facebook page. 
Thank you to everyone for the overwhelming interest!

Please join us for our 2023 Health Equity event, Eating Our Way to Healthy Hearts: Closing the Gap in Black Health Disparities featuring Carla Hall, Celebrity Chef.

This event is presented by Riverside Health System, Truist & EVMS and our Host Sponsor is the Center for Public Health Initiatives at Norfolk State University & Norfolk State University Center of Excellence in Minority Health Disparities.  

Overflow room seating is still available!  Those that register will be seated in the overflow room. The attendees in the overflow room, will still be served the meal, view the panel discussion, and receive direct interaction with Celebrity Chef, Carla Hall.

The event is in person and will be streamed online at the Norfolk State University Facebook page.

To learn more about our Celebrity Chef and view our panelists, click here.

We look forward to you joining us at this great event!

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Join us at our Doc Is In Speaker Series!

Our June topic will be Low Iron: Quick fix or Major Problem
Presented by Narayanan Sadagopan, M.D., Board-certified Hematology and Oncology Physician 

Having a low iron level is a common medical issue that can have various implications, some of which are straightforward while others are more complex. In this informative session, Dr. Narayanan Sadagopan M.D., a hematology and oncology specialist, will discuss what every adult should know about iron deficiency. Dr. Sadagopan will discuss the symptoms of iron deficiency, the causes, treatment, who is at higher risk, and when to see a specialist. He will also clarify how it relates to cancer screening. Attendees will gain an understanding of the multidisciplinary team involved in the management of this condition.
 
Location:

Riverside Smithfield Hospital - Conference Room
19339 Benn's Grant Blvd.
Smithfield, VA 23430

Please use main entrance and ask for “Doc Is In” at registration.

Registration is required. Please click on the yellow REGISTER NOW button to the right and complete the form.

This is a free event and light refreshments will be served.

We look forward to seeing you!

Thursday 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Riverside Smithfield Hospital
19339 Benn's Grant Blvd
Smithfield, VA, 23430

Speaker Series

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Jun

18

Low Iron: Quick fix or Major Problem

Join us at our Doc Is In Speaker Series!

Our June topic will be Low Iron: Quick fix or Major Problem
Presented by Narayanan Sadagopan, M.D., Board-certified Hematology and Oncology Physician 

Having a low iron level is a common medical issue that can have various implications, some of which are straightforward while others are more complex. In this informative session, Dr. Narayanan Sadagopan M.D., a hematology and oncology specialist, will discuss what every adult should know about iron deficiency. Dr. Sadagopan will discuss the symptoms of iron deficiency, the causes, treatment, who is at higher risk, and when to see a specialist. He will also clarify how it relates to cancer screening. Attendees will gain an understanding of the multidisciplinary team involved in the management of this condition.
 
Location:

Riverside Smithfield Hospital - Conference Room
19339 Benn's Grant Blvd.
Smithfield, VA 23430

Please use main entrance and ask for “Doc Is In” at registration.

Registration is required. Please click on the yellow REGISTER NOW button to the right and complete the form.

This is a free event and light refreshments will be served.

We look forward to seeing you!

Thursday 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Riverside Smithfield Hospital
19339 Benn's Grant Blvd
Smithfield, VA, 23430

Speaker Series

Cancer Care

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In-Person Expectant Parents Tours

Riverside is proud to offer in-person Expectant Parent Tours on scheduled evenings and one Saturday morning each month.

During the tour, parents-to-be can preview the birthing suites and postpartum rooms in our Women and Infant Care Unit at Riverside Regional Medical Center. On the tour, you will have the opportunity to have your questions answered regarding having your baby at Riverside.

Attendance is limited to the expectant mother and 1 additional person, therefore ONLY the expectant mother needs to register for this tour. Registration will close once we have reached capacity.

Registration is required. Click the yellow "Register Now" button to the right to register for the tour. Please provide your email address. As the tour appointment approaches, you will receive an email with instructions for the tour.  

We look forward to showing you all Riverside has to offer!

Tuesday 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM

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500 J. Clyde Morris Blvd
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