Calendar of Events

Meet with our dietitian for 30 minutes to learn ways to make nutritional changes in your life! Keep track of the amount of food you eat on three typical days, and she will help you with your food choices for the optimal health. Bring your questions to this one-on-one counseling session. By appointment only.

Fee is $20 for Small Stones members, $25 for non-members.

To register, call 414-805-3666.

Sjogren's syndrome is a chronic autoimmune disorder in which white blood cells attack the moisture-producing glands. Hallmark symptoms are dry eyes and mouth, but it is a systemic disease, affecting many organs. Often causes fatigue.

Meets the first Wednesday of every odd-numbered month at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

Autonomic disorders are neurological diseases in which the autonomic nervous system ceases to function properly. Some examples include small fiber neuropathy, large fiber neuropathy, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, Shy-Drager syndrome, pure autonomic failure and hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).

Family members are welcome to attend. Meets every Wednesday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

The Multiple Sclerosis Support Group offers a relaxed environment to share concerns, experiences and successes. The group provides encouragement from a group of people who face similar challenges.

Meets the first Wednesday of the month on the Treiber Conference Center. Sponsored by Health Ministry.

No registration required.

Meets every Wednesday in the East Conference Room.

No registration required.

Group designed for any adult who has a desire to stop drinking alcohol. The facilitator is an AA Volunteer.

Meets in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

This group meets every Sunday in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

No registration required. Screenings are available on Mondays between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm.

Alcoholism is a chronic disorder characterized by dependece on alcohol, repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages, development of withdrawal symptoms on reducing or ceasing alcohol intake, morbidity that may include cirrhosis of the liver, and decreased ability to function socially and vocationally. Currently believed by many to be a disease with strong genetic links.

Meets every Monday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

This class is designed to provide information needed for labor, delivery, care of yourself after delivery and immediate care of the newborn.

Topics discussed include: the process and expectations for labor, delivery and postpartum, pain management, medical interventions used during labor,coping strategies including relaxation and breathing techniques, coach's role and responsibilities, care of the newborn and adjustments to parenthood. A tour of the Birthing Center is included. Please bring two pillows and a blanket to each class.

Cost is $60 per couple if delivering at CMH and $120 per couple if not delivering at CMH. To register, contact Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

Hosted by the CMH Community Recovery Center, this group meets every Monday in Community Memorial Hospital's Conference Dining Room.

For information call 262-257-4770.

The test, a Lipid Panel + Glucose, is a finger stick. The cholesterol screening requires a 12-hour fast. The results will be available within 10 minutes of the screening.

Screenings are available on Tuesdays by appointment only. To schedule a screening, call 414-805-3666. $25 will be waived for Small Stones members.

Meets every Tuesday at Froedtert Hospital in Room 5228.

No registration required.

This class is designed to provide information needed for labor, delivery, care of yourself after delivery and immediate care of the newborn.

Topics discussed include: the process and expectations for labor, delivery and postpartum, pain management, medical interventions used during labor,coping strategies including relaxation and breathing techniques, coach's role and responsibilities, care of the newborn and adjustments to parenthood. A tour of the Birthing Center is included. Please bring two pillows and a blanket to each class.

Cost is $60 per couple if delivering at CMH and $120 per couple if not delivering at CMH. To register, contact Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

Polycystic kidney disease (PKD), the most common inherited life-threatening disease, affects more than 600,000 Americans and an estimated 12.5 million people worldwide — regardless of gender, age, race or ethnic origin. PKD appears in two forms — autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD), which is the most common and affects one in 400 to 500 adults, and autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD), which is more rare and affects one in 10,000 people at a younger age, including infants and children.

Meets the first Tuesday of the month at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

A kidney transplant is an operation in which a person whose own kidneys have failed receives a new kidney to take over the work of cleaning the blood.

Meets the second Wednesday of every month at Froedtert Hospital in Conference Room H.

No registration required.

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the brain. The disease is characterized by a shortage of the brain chemical dopamine, which controls people's movement. The four primary symptoms of Parkinson's are tremor; rigidity or stiffness of the muscles; slowness of movement (bradykinesia); and impaired balance. These symptoms can range from very mild to severe, and can cause difficulty in walking, talking or performing everyday tasks.

Meets the second Wednesday of each month at the Jewish Community Center,
6255 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Whitefish Bay.

No registration required.

Autonomic disorders are neurological diseases in which the autonomic nervous system ceases to function properly. Some examples include small fiber neuropathy, large fiber neuropathy, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, Shy-Drager syndrome, pure autonomic failure and hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).

Family members are welcome to attend. Meets every Wednesday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

For men recovering from prostate cancer. Meets the second Wednesday of every month in the East Conference Room.

No registration required.

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic neuromuscular, autoimmune disorder that causes varying degrees of weakness involving the voluntary muscles of the body. Myasthenia gravis means "grave muscle weakness."

Meets the second Wednesday of every month at Froedtert Hospital in North Tower Room 2209.

No registration required.

Meets every Wednesday in the East Conference Room.

No registration required.

Alpha-1 Antitypsin Deficiency can cause hereditary emphysema in young adults and liver disease in children. Meetings are open to family, friends and the medical community.

Meets the second Thursday of each month at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

There is no meeting in May, August, or December.

No registration required.

ALS, also called Lou Gehrig's Disease, or Motor Neuron Disease, is a chronic, progressive disease marked by gradual degeneration of the nerve cells in the central nervous system that control voluntary muscle movement. The disorder causes muscle weakness and atrophy; symptoms commonly appear in middle to late adulthood, with death in two to five years. The cause is unknown, and there is no known cure.

Meets the second Saturday of each month at Froedtert Hospital, Conference Room A/B. There is no meeting in May, August, or December.

No registration required.

Group designed for any adult who has a desire to stop drinking alcohol. The facilitator is an AA Volunteer.

Meets in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

Certified hatha yoga instructors from the Kettle Moraine YMCA will provide complimentary 60-minute yoga classes on the Garden Patio at St. Joseph's Hospital, weather permitting. No reservations are required; just bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

No class July 4.

Certified hatha yoga instructors from the Kettle Moraine YMCA will provide complimentary 60-minute yoga classes on the Garden Patio at St. Joseph's Hospital, weather permitting. No reservations are required; just bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

No class July 4.

Certified hatha yoga instructors from the Kettle Moraine YMCA will provide complimentary 60-minute yoga classes on the Garden Patio at St. Joseph's Hospital, weather permitting. No reservations are required; just bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

No class July 4.

This class is a condensed version of our four-night series, and is for parents who want to attend Childbirth Education, but are having difficulties finding enough days to dedicate to a full series.

Topics include: the process of labor and birth; comfort measures and pain relief measures including epidural; unexpected outcomes such as induction and cesarean section; and normal newborn care. Please bring two pillows and a blanket, your Prenatal Folder with "Your Requests for Personalized Care" form and "Your Pregnancy and Birth" book to class.

You may bring a lunch or use the vending machines, cafe or cafeteria.

Cost of the class is $60 per couple if delivering at CMH and $120 per couple if delivering elsewhere.

To register, contact Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the brain. The disease is characterized by a shortage of the brain chemical dopamine, which controls people's movement. The four primary symptoms of Parkinson's are tremor; rigidity or stiffness of the muscles; slowness of movement (bradykinesia); and impaired balance. These symptoms can range from very mild to severe, and can cause difficulty in walking, talking or performing everyday tasks.

Meets the second Saturday of every month at Small Stones in Brookfield.

No registration required.

This group meets every Sunday in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

No registration required. Screenings are available on Mondays between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm.

Alcoholism is a chronic disorder characterized by dependece on alcohol, repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages, development of withdrawal symptoms on reducing or ceasing alcohol intake, morbidity that may include cirrhosis of the liver, and decreased ability to function socially and vocationally. Currently believed by many to be a disease with strong genetic links.

Meets every Monday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

This class focuses on patients who have had a kidney, pancreas, or liver transplant. A post-transplant coordinator will review common laboratory tests perfomed after these types of transplants.

Register online or call 414-805-3666.

A psychiatric or psychological condition regardless of cause such as schizophrenia, depression, manic depressive or bipolar illness, anxiety, personality disorders and/or adjustment disorders or other conditions. These conditions are usually treated by a mental health provider or other qualified provider using psychotherapy, psychotropic drugs, or other similar methods of treatment.

Meets the second and fourth Monday of the month at Froedtert Hospital in Conference Room F.

No registration required.

The Diabetes Group includes education and support for diabetics and family members. It provides an opportunity for adults 18 years or older to share concerns, successes and coping strategies with a group of people who face similar challenges. Sessions include special presentations related to diabetes. Diabetes group meets the second Monday of the month in Conference Room ABC at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a disorder resulting in hyperactivity and impulsiveness. People with this condition tend to attract attention by constantly disturbing others.

Meets the second Monday of every month at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

Hosted by the CMH Community Recovery Center, this group meets every Monday in Community Memorial Hospital's Conference Dining Room.

For information call 262-257-4770.

Crohn's disease causes inflammation in the small intestine. Crohn's disease usually occurs in the lower part of the small intestine, called the ileum, but it can affect any part of the digestive tract, from the mouth to the anus. Colitis is inflammation of the colon.

Meets the second Monday of the month at Froedtert Hospital in Conference Room A/B.

No registration required.

Meets every Tuesday at Froedtert Hospital in Room 5228.

No registration required.

Comprehensive babysitting skills for students age 11 or over. The
program will include: child growth & development,creative play, home
safety, injury prevention, police & fire safety, sitter responsibilities, infant care, first aid, Heimlich Maneuver,Super-Sitter's video, post test, program evaluations,and certificates.Be sure to bring a baby-sized doll to class. Lunch is provided. Please contact (262)251-1001 to register.

Autonomic disorders are neurological diseases in which the autonomic nervous system ceases to function properly. Some examples include small fiber neuropathy, large fiber neuropathy, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, Shy-Drager syndrome, pure autonomic failure and hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).

Family members are welcome to attend. Meets every Wednesday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects the brain. The disease is characterized by a shortage of the brain chemical dopamine, which controls people's movement. The four primary symptoms of Parkinson's are tremor; rigidity or stiffness of the muscles; slowness of movement (bradykinesia); and impaired balance. These symptoms can range from very mild to severe, and can cause difficulty in walking, talking or performing everyday tasks.

Meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

Cancer that arises in the head or neck region (in the nasal cavity, sinuses, lip, mouth, salivary glands, throat, or larynx [voice box]).

Meets the third Thursday of the month at Froedtert Hospital's Clinical Cancer Center, Conference Room J.

No registration required.

For family and friends caring for those with chronic disease or disability. Co-sponsored by Health Ministry.

Meets the third Thursday of each month in Treiber Conference Center Room 1 at Community Memorial Hospital.

This condensed, one-session class includes labor and delivery preparation and newborn care. A tour of the Birth Center may be arranged, but is not included during the class due to time constraints. Course fee is per couple. To register, call 414-805-3666.

A hereditary disease of the brain characterized usually by the onset in adult life of unusual body movements and mental deterioration. The disease is chronically progressive.

Meets the third Saturday of every month at Froedtert Hospital in Conference Room A/B.

No registration required.

Group designed for any adult who has a desire to stop drinking alcohol. The facilitator is an AA Volunteer.

Meets in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

Certified hatha yoga instructors from the Kettle Moraine YMCA will provide complimentary 60-minute yoga classes on the Garden Patio at St. Joseph's Hospital, weather permitting. No reservations are required; just bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

No class July 4.

Certified hatha yoga instructors from the Kettle Moraine YMCA will provide complimentary 60-minute yoga classes on the Garden Patio at St. Joseph's Hospital, weather permitting. No reservations are required; just bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

No class July 4.

Certified hatha yoga instructors from the Kettle Moraine YMCA will provide complimentary 60-minute yoga classes on the Garden Patio at St. Joseph's Hospital, weather permitting. No reservations are required; just bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

No class July 4.

This class is for 2-7 year old children. It gives them the opportunity to prepare for the birth of a new brother or sister. During the class the big brother/sister will be able to share what they have done to prepare for the new baby, explain what a new baby looks like, learn how to safely touch, hold and play with a new baby, practice diapering/holding their dolls and color a picture for their new brother/sister. A tour of the Birthing Center is included during the class. One parent or both parents need to stay with the child during the class. Dolls are provided at class. Cost of the class is $12 per child. To register, contact Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

This group meets every Sunday in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

No registration required. Screenings are available on Mondays between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm.

Knowing your risk factors (high blood pressure, heart disease, high cholesterol, smoking and diabetes) is one way to prevent stroke and its long-term health consequences. Sign up for this free stroke assessment to determine your risk factors and what you can do about them.

To register, call 414-805-3666.

Alcoholism is a chronic disorder characterized by dependece on alcohol, repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages, development of withdrawal symptoms on reducing or ceasing alcohol intake, morbidity that may include cirrhosis of the liver, and decreased ability to function socially and vocationally. Currently believed by many to be a disease with strong genetic links.

Meets every Monday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/fibromyalgia often overlap with symptoms such as diffuse or specific muscle, joint, or bone pain, fatigue, "brain fog" and a wide range of other symptoms.

Meets the third Monday of the month at Small Stones in Brookfield. Family and friends are welcome to attend.

No registration required.

This class is designed to provde you with the information to help you understand how breastfeeding works with your body,newborn behavior and breastfeeding and making your breastfeeding experience a positive one.

Topics covered include: breastmilk changes, how to prevent engorgement, jaundice and breastfeeding, your diet and medicaton use, choosing a breast pump and nursing bras, the importance of having a partner/support person. Partners are encouraged to attend class.

Register with Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

$22 per couple if delivering at CMH; $44 if delivering elsewhere.

Hosted by the CMH Community Recovery Center, this group meets every Monday in Community Memorial Hospital's Conference Dining Room.

For information call 262-257-4770.

The four primary symptoms of Parkinson's are tremor; rigidity or stiffness of the muscles; slowness of movement (bradykinesia); and impaired balance. These symptoms can range from very mild to severe, and can cause difficulty in walking, talking or performing everyday tasks

Meets the third Tuesday of each month at Small Stones in Brookfield.

No registration required.

A tumor is an abnormal mass of tissue in the brain. Tumors are either benign or malignant or growth of tumor in the brain.

Meets 3rd Tuesday of every month at Froedtert Hospital in the East Clinics Administrative Boardroom.

No registration required.

Autonomic disorders are neurological diseases in which the autonomic nervous system ceases to function properly. Some examples include small fiber neuropathy, large fiber neuropathy, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, Shy-Drager syndrome, pure autonomic failure and hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).

Family members are welcome to attend. Meets every Wednesday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

Why is it harder to keep my weight down? Where did my waist go? These are common complaints of people in their 40s. Join us and explore body composition as it relates to ethnic difference, obesity and its risk factors during this in-between decade.

A prenatal refresher class is recommended if both partners have attended a childbirth class with a previous pregnancy. The focus of the classes is to review the coping techniques for labor and delivery and answer your questions regarding this upcoming childbirth experience. Sibling rivalry, "how can I love more than one child", and other concerns will also be discussed. A tour of the Birthing Center will be provided after the class for those who have not previously delivered at Community Memorial Hospital. You are asked to bring a blanket and two pillows.

Cost of the class is $24 per couple if delivering at CMH, $48 if delivering elsewhere. Register with Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

A disorder of the nervous system in which abnormal electrical activity in the brain causes seizures (sudden uncontrolled waves of electrical activity in the brain, causing involuntary movement or loss of consciousness).

Meets the fourth Wednesday of the month at Froedtert Hospital, in North Tower Room 2209. No meeting in November and December.

No registration required.

Group designed for any adult who has a desire to stop drinking alcohol. The facilitator is an AA Volunteer.

Meets in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

Certified hatha yoga instructors from the Kettle Moraine YMCA will provide complimentary 60-minute yoga classes on the Garden Patio at St. Joseph's Hospital, weather permitting. No reservations are required; just bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

No class July 4.

Certified hatha yoga instructors from the Kettle Moraine YMCA will provide complimentary 60-minute yoga classes on the Garden Patio at St. Joseph's Hospital, weather permitting. No reservations are required; just bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

No class July 4.

Certified hatha yoga instructors from the Kettle Moraine YMCA will provide complimentary 60-minute yoga classes on the Garden Patio at St. Joseph's Hospital, weather permitting. No reservations are required; just bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing.

No class July 4.

This group meets every Sunday in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

No registration required.

No registration required. Screenings are available on Mondays between 10:30 am and 12:30 pm.

Alcoholism is a chronic disorder characterized by dependece on alcohol, repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages, development of withdrawal symptoms on reducing or ceasing alcohol intake, morbidity that may include cirrhosis of the liver, and decreased ability to function socially and vocationally. Currently believed by many to be a disease with strong genetic links.

Meets every Monday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

The word bariatric means "weight treatment." The Froedtert & Medical College team uses the Roux Y Gastric Bypass surgery and Lap band - a procedure proven to offer the best combination of weight loss with the fewest nutritional risks. The surgeons specialize in minimally invasive techniques, and also offer traditional open surgery, depending on the needs of the individual.

Meets the last Monday of every month at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

A psychiatric or psychological condition regardless of cause such as schizophrenia, depression, manic depressive or bipolar illness, anxiety, personality disorders and/or adjustment disorders or other conditions. These conditions are usually treated by a mental health provider or other qualified provider using psychotherapy, psychotropic drugs, or other similar methods of treatment.

Meets the second and fourth Monday of the month at Froedtert Hospital in Conference Room F.

No registration required.

The Breast Cancer Support Group meets to provide encouragement, support and friendship to persons experiencing the impact of breast cancer. The facilitator has had a mastectomy and encourages all family members and friends to participate.

Topics include: breast cancer treatments, breast reconstruction, medications, books, and tapes. Personal involvement in discussion is encouraged.

Meets the fourth Monday of each month in the East Conference Room at Community Memorial Hospital.

Hosted by the CMH Community Recovery Center, this group meets every Monday in Community Memorial Hospital's Conference Dining Room.

For information call 262-257-4770.

This group, sponsored by the CMH Regional Sleep Disorders Center, focuses on education, open discussion, problem-solving, and mutual support.

Meets on the fourth Tuesday of odd months in the Treiber Conference Center. For more information, contact Careconnection at 262-251-1001.

No registration required.

Autonomic disorders are neurological diseases in which the autonomic nervous system ceases to function properly. Some examples include small fiber neuropathy, large fiber neuropathy, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, Shy-Drager syndrome, pure autonomic failure and hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).

Family members are welcome to attend. Meets every Wednesday at the Community Conference Center, 8700 Watertown Plank Rd.

No registration required.

Meets every Wednesday in the East Conference Room.

No registration required.