Community
2013 Community Events
Montefiore is committed to helping members of the communities we serve take care of their health.
It’s why we regularly sponsor and host events that offer health-related information, provide free health screenings, allow people to share ideas and the like. Consider the events below to find one that suits your needs:
BOLD: Bronx Oncology Living Daily - Program Events
Bronx Oncology Living Daily (BOLD) is a free program of wellness workshops designed to enhance the health & well-being of those affected by cancer in the Bronx community. BOLD is hosting events in May at:
- The Center for Radiation Therapy (1625 Poplar Street - 2nd floor conference room)
- Montefiore Medical Park (1695 Eastchester Road - 1st floor conference room),
- Lubin Cafeteria - Albert Einstein College of Medicine's Forchheimer Building (1300 Morris Park Ave.)
- Gottesman Library - Albert Einstein College of Medicine's Forchheimer Building (1300 Morris Park Ave.)
- Conference Room - Albert Einstein College of Medicine (1521 Jarrett Place)
See the full listing of BOLD events:
Live Better - Chronic Kidney Disease Workshop
If you, or a family member, has chronic kidney disease, attend these free educational workshops and learn about treatment, nutrition and medication choices.
Where: MMG Grand Concourse
2532 Grand Concourse, 2nd Floor
Bronx, NY 10458
When: Wednesay, June 12 - Each day includes the following four workshops:
- Your Kidney and Kidney Disease - 1pm to 2pm
- Managing Kidney Disease through Medication - 2pm to 3pm
- Treatment Options - 3pm to 4pm
- Nutrition and Kidney Disease - 4pm to 5pm
Where: MMG - Greene Medical Arts Pavilion
3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 2nd Floor
Bronx, NY 10467
When: Thursdays, May 23 and June 20 - Each day includes the following four workshops:
- Your Kidney and Kidney Disease - 1pm to 2pm
- Managing Kidney Disease through Medication - 2pm to 3pm
- Treatment Options - 3pm to 4pm
- Nutrition and Kidney Disease - 4pm to 5pm
Where: MMG - Greene Medical Arts Pavilion
3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 2nd Floor
Bronx, NY 10467
When: Thursday, June 6 - Each day includes the following four workshops:
- Your Kidney and Kidney Disease - 1pm to 2pm
- Treatment Options - 2pm to 3pm
- Nutrition and Kidney Disease - 3pm to 4pm
Where: MMG Grand Concourse
2532 Grand Concourse, 2nd Floor
Bronx, NY 10458
When: Wednesdays, May 29 and June 26 - Each day includes the following three workshops:
- Your Kidney and Kidney Disease - 1pm to 2pm
- Treatment Options - 2pm to 3pm
- Nutrition and Kidney Disease - 3pm to 4pm
Asthma/Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Workshops
Attendees at these workshops, offered by the Montefiore Care Organization (CMO), will receive hands-on information on how to manage Asthma and COPD to prevent complications.
Where: MMG Grand Concourse
2532 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10458
When: Tuesday, May 21 (10am to 11am)
Wednesday, June 12 (9am to 10am)
Where: Co-op City Community Center
177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd Floor, Room 8
Bronx, NY 10475
When: Tuesday, June 4 (10am to 11am)
Where: MMG Bronx East
2300 Westchester Avenue
Bronx, NY 10462
When: Tuesday, May 21 (10am to 11am)
Wednesday, June 12 (9am to 10am)
Diabetes and Healthy Eating Workshop
Attendees at these free workshops, offered by the Montefiore Care Organization (CMO), will receive hands-on information on the connections between eating healthy and diabetes.
Where: MMG Grand Concourse
2532 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10458
When: Thursday, May 23 (10am to 12pm - Spanish)
Thursday, June 20 (4pm to 6pm)
Where: Co-op City Community Center
177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd Floor, Room 8
Bronx, NY 10475
When: Tuesday, May 21 (2pm to 4pm)
Tuesday, June 18 (4pm to 6pm)
Where: MMG Bronx East
2300 Westchester Avenue
Bronx, NY 10462
When: Tuesday, May 28 (12pm to 2pm - English)
Tuesday, May 28 (4pm to 6pm - Spanish)
Tuesday, June 25 (4pm to 6pm - English)
Tuesday, June 25 (2pm to 4pm - Spanish)
Where: Yonkers Public Library
1500 Central Park Avenue, Projection Room
Yonkers, NY 10710
When: Friday, June 21 (1pm to 3pm)
Teddy Bear Hospital
Children can play the role of caregive when they bring their favorite teddy bear, stuffed animal or doll for a free checkup with Montefiore’s caring doctors and nurses. While there, they will tour a real ambulance, visit our Emergency Department, receive an X-ray of their teddy bear, and learn important safety tips from the Fire Department of New York and NYC Police Department. Free giveaways, health education literature and refreshments will also be provided.
Where: Montefiore Wakefield Campus Emergency Department
600 East 233rd Street
Bronx, NY 10466
When: Saturday, May 18 (10am to 2pm) - Rain or Shine
Info: For more information call 1-800-MD-MONTE (1-800-636-6683).
Adolescent Weight Reduction Surgery Program
Weight reduction surgery may be the right choice for some adolescents. Our information seminar is open to 16-21 year olds and gives them the opportunity to learn more about the benefits and risks of bariatric surgery. Our experts will present facts about the procedure and answer questions from guests.
Interested participants are encouraged to bring family members, as the weight loss program is comprehensive and includes surgery as well as behavioral, nutritional, and lifestyle changes. Please, no children under 12 years of age.
Where: Tishman Learning Center #5
111 East 210th Street
Bronx, NY 10467 (enter on Gun Hill Road)
When: Tuesday, June 11 (4pm)
Info: 718-920-4800
