Support Groups & Patient Education

Support Groups

 

ASK THE EDUCATOR (Formerly Diabetic Support Group)

Meets on the fourth Tuesday of every other month (Jan/Mar/May/July/Sept/Nov) from 6:00 – 7:30 pm in Conference Room 1 (Main Entrance). This group is for anyone diagnosed with diabetes or a diabetes caregiver. For more information, please call Terri Meyer at (660) 262–7371.

A.W.A.K.E. (Alert, Well And Keeping Energetic)

 

Meets on the second Thursday of each month from 7:00 - 10:00 pm in Conference Room 1 (Main Entrance). This is a group for individuals, family and friends who suffer from sleep disorders. For more information, please call the WMMC Sleep Lab at (660) 262–7362.

 

BARIATRICS SUPPORT GROUP

 

Meets on the third Tuesday of each month from 6:30 – 7:30 pm in Conference Room 1 (Main Entrance). *The September Support Group will meet on Wednesday, Sept. 21 at 6:30 pm.* This is a group for anyone who has had or is considering having bariatric surgery and those who support them. For more information, please call Surgical Services of Warrensburg at (660) 747–5558.

 

BREAST CANCER

 

Meets on the fourth Thursday of each month from 6:30 – 8:30 pm in Conference Room 1 (Main Entrance). This is a group for any woman who has had breast cancer touch her life. For more information, please call Terri Meyer at (660) 262–7371.

 

 

DIFFERENT STROKES FOR DIFFERENT FOLKS

Meets on the second Tuesday in March through December from 4:30 – 5:30 pm (5:00 - 6:00 pm in April/Sept) in Conference Room 1 (Main Entrance). This group is for individuals who have survived a stroke or brain injury and those who care for them. For more information, please call Shannon Wilkinson at (660) 262–6886.

Educational Opportunities

Bariatrics Seminar with Robert Kenney, DO

This informational seminar with Dr. Robert Kenney, general surgeon specializing in bariatric procedures, is held on the second Tuesday of each month from 6:30 - 7:30 pm in Classroom 1. Dr. Kenney will discuss each bariatric procedure available at WMMC including adjustable gastric band, gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy, as well as healthy lifestyle choices and the next steps if interested in a procedure. Bariatrics patients must attend a seminar prior to setting up an office appointment with Dr. Kenney. Seminars are free and open to the public. For more information, please call Surgical Services of Warrensburg (660) 747-5558.

Breastfeeding Class

This class occurs on the first Monday of every other month (Jan/Mar/May/Jul/Sep/Nov) and covers topics such as how to breastfeed; what to expect the first hours and days after birth; what to expect from baby; and what to do if you have trouble breastfeeding. To register, please contact Christine Lichte at (660) 262-7519.

Child Birthing Classes

This class occurs over two nights and includes signs of labor, breathing and relaxation tips, states of labor, comfort measures, labor positions, birth plans, medical interventions, pain medications, cesarean sections, post-partum care and newborn basics. To register, please contact Christine Lichte at (660) 262-7519.

CPR - Adult & Pediatric

Current American Heart Association instructors available for certification/recertification classes. For more information, please contact Education at (660) 262-7470.

Total Joint Class with Rick Crank, DO

This program takes place the first Thursday of every month. For more information, please contact Western Missouri Bone & Joint at (660) 747-2228.