Making Your Wishes Known – The ABC’s of Estate and Legacy Planning Have you documented your wishes? Do you wonder where to even begin? Come learn from a legal professional the basics of wills, beneficiary designations, powers-of-attorney, community property agreements, estate tax planning, and charitable giving. Registration required: 206-386-2502 or online. Where: Swedish Ballard Campus Conference [...]
Free Lecture: Chemo Brain Uncovered Join Wendy France, R.N., to discover the mysteries and realities of chemo brain, including its cause, symptoms and what you can do to manage it. A collaboration with the Swedish Cancer Institute. Free and open to the public. Please RSVP to attend: 206-709-1400. Where: Gilda’s Club Seattle, 1400 [...]
Topic: Joint Replacement: The Right Choice for You? Where: Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus 747 Broadway Seattle, WA 98122 Map & Directions: http://www.swedish.org/blank.cfm?id=201 When: Thursday, November 13, 2008 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Americas) Pacific Time (US & Canada) Registration is required. To register please call:206-386-2502 or register online at www.swedish.org/classes
$140 million facility has 10 operating rooms specifically designed for orthopedic procedures.
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