Virtual Classes

Produced by Providence St. Joseph Heritage Medical Group, this series of video classes is designed to help you navigate life in a pandemic. Episodes can be watched in any order.

Living in a New Normal

Presented by: Anna Nguyen, LMFT
Identify different types of grief, understand how it ties in with other mental health concerns, learn ways to cope, and know when to ask for help.
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Thriving in the Midst of Chaos

Presented by: Monica Ramirez, MSW, ACSW
Don’t suffer in silence. Come and learn how to thrive through realistic ways to manage anxiety and depression symptoms, and resources to support you moving forward.
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Healthy Eating = Healthy You

Presented by: Susan Watkins, RDN, CDCES
Binge and stress eating have become normal habits during the pandemic. Learn specific steps to control your eating habits and weight while still enjoying food!
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Calm Your Mind and the Rest Will Follow

February 22, 2022 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Presented by: Kimson Johnston, MA, LMFT
Learn how the benefits of mindfulness and self-care can help you improve your life. Stress management techniques can help you manage your weight, reduce health risks and lead a better quality of life!
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Delicious, Healthy Food on a Budget

March 29, 2022 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Presented by: Monique Garcia, RDN, CDCES
Review how to eat balanced and healthy on a budget. Will review meal ideas and cost saving tips to get you started.
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When Too Much is Not Enough

April 26, 2022 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Presented by: Anna Nguyen, LMFT
Learn how to identify the underlying patterns of addiction that lead to avoidance and maladaptive coping skills. Understand different types of addictions, the role they play in our lives, and when to seek help.
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All classes are facilitated by a registered dietitian.

Research shows that healthy eating, moderate exercise, and a healthful lifestyle could delay or possibly prevent type 2 diabetes and heart disease in people who are at risk. We’ll help you identify the risk factors for heart disease and diabetes that you can easily monitor and manage on your own. This class will provide you with tools to make lifestyle changes including improving diet, increasing physical activity, achieving weight loss, reducing stress, and maintaining healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Languages: English and Spanish

Pre-recorded presentations available in English and Spanish

A two-session class which will help you maintain better blood sugar control and learn how to live healthier with type 2 diabetes. You will learn lifestyle and nutrition strategies for managing your diabetes, about medications and how to avoid or delay diabetes-associated complications.

Languages: English and Spanish

For additional information or to register for a class, please call Facey Patient Education at 818-837-5779 or 866-837-5605.

All classes are facilitated by a registered dietitian.

It’s never too early to teach your children how to lead healthy lives. This class is designed to teach children, adolescents and their families about balanced nutrition and healthy activity, helping them to become healthy kids. Topics include healthy food choices, portion control and label reading, tips for making exercise fun, family communication skills and some expert tips from our Facey pediatricians on important pediatric health topics.

Languages: English, Spanish

A comprehensive six-part program to help you learn healthy eating and physical activity strategies and tips for overcoming weight loss challenges. Topics include food choices, menu planning, portion sizes, dining out, cooking techniques, interpreting food labels, healthy habits and budget-friendly grocery shopping.

Languages: English

Pre-recorded presentations available:

• Class #1 - Healthy Weight Management At A Glance
• Class #6 - Meal Planning

Coming soon:

• Class #2 - Building A Balanced Plate and Eating To Nourish
• Class #3 - Grocery Shopping & Label Reading
• Class #4 - Cooking & Meal Preparation Tips
• Class #5 - Healthy Habits & Physical Activity

For additional information or to register for a class, please call Facey Patient Education at 818-837-5779 or 866-837-5605.

All classes are facilitated by a registered dietitian.

A comprehensive medically-supervised six-month program to prepare you for weight-loss surgery. Topics include emotional and physical preparation, types of surgeries, risks and outcomes, and long-term lifestyle and dietary changes. Completion is required before surgical consultation is approved.

Languages: English, Spanish

For additional information or to register for a class, please call Facey Patient Education at 818-837-5779 or 866-837-5605.

Dafna Trites, D.O. is a certified menopause practitioner and part of our OB/GYN team at Facey's Tarzana office. In this Q&A session with family medicine physician (and fellow osteopath) Nayiri Gharibian, D.O., she answers some of the most common questions her patients come in with: How long does menopause last? What are the symptoms? Is hormone treatment dangerous? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this 45-minute program.

Languages: English

Pre-recorded presentation available in English: Menopause

Do you have difficulty with your sleep?  Research shows that 1/3 of Americans don't get enough sleep and that poor quality sleep over time can have negative effects on your health. In this class, you will learn why sleep is a very important part of a healthy lifestyle, get a better understanding of some of the most common sleep disorders and learn how you can improve your quality of sleep with practical lifestyle changes. By the end of the class, you will have learned valuable tools to help you prepare for a better night sleep and strategies to prevent some of those restless nights.

Languages: English, Spanish

Pre-recorded presentation available in English: Sleep Health

How strong are your body's internal defenses against illness and infection? If you're worried, the good news is that it isn't as hard as you might think to improve them. Learn about ten of the easiest ways anyone can increase the strength of their immune system.

Languages: English

Pre-recorded presentation available in English: Ten Ways to Build Your Immunity

For additional information or to register for a class, please call Facey Patient Education at 818-837-5779 or 866-837-5605.

All classes are facilitated by a registered dietitian, certified lactation educator, registered nurse and behavioral health specialist.

A comprehensive program that will prepare you for baby to arrive. In each class you will learn important strategies to ensure you and your baby are healthy and safe. Topics include the importance of prenatal care, recognizing labor, breast-feeding, proper nutrition for pregnancy and postpartum wellness. This is a five-part series you can join in at any session.

Languages: English

For additional information or to register for a class, please call Facey Patient Education at 818-837-5779 or 866-837-5605.

Sharon Lindsey, a registered physical therapist at Facey Medical Group talks about why it is important to keep your back healthy and gives tips on how you can do it. This program is not currently presented live.

Pre-recorded presentation available in English: Back Health

One of the hardest things about high blood pressure is knowing whether or not you have it. Since there are rarely physical symptoms, it's important to reduce your risk by adopting healthy behaviors. In this class, Facey physician Nayiri Gharibian, D.O. explains how high blood pressure and heart disease effect the body, then give you tools and habits you can use right away to reduce your risk.

Pre-recorded presentation available in English: Blood Pressure & Heart Health

This class is for individuals with fatty liver. During the class, you will learn about risk factors for developing fatty liver, signs and symptoms of fatty liver and diet and lifestyle strategies to improve the condition. The focus is on modifiable lifestyle factors to prevent disease progression and improve health outcomes.

Back and neck pain are common health issues that can severely impact your quality of life. Facey pain management specialist Simon Dardashti, M.D., gives an overview of their common causes and provides tips on how to both treat and prevent these kinds of pain.

Pre-recorded presentation available in English: Managing Neck & Lower Back Pain

Facey physician Donald Downs, M.D., talks about the different kinds of strokes and what you can do to minimize your risk of having one. The presentation is followed by a Q&A session with audience members. This program is not currently presented live.

Pre-recorded presentation available in English: Stroke Prevention

Learn about three health issues in children that are all closely connected: asthma, allergies and eczema. Facey pediatrician Liliana Castelblanco, M.D. explains each condition as well as how to treat them.

Pre-recorded presentation available in English: Asthma, Allergies & Eczema, Oh My!

Join Facey pediatricians Liliana Castelblanco, M.D. and Ruth Sepanian, M.D.for a 30-minute Q&A about pediatric fevers and how to treat them. They'll answer commonly asked questions, including: What causes a fever? Are the dangerous? How do I treat a fever? When should I go to the ER? and many more.

Pre-recorded presentation available in English: Children & Fevers

Join Facey pediatricians Liliana Castelblanco, M.D. and Ruth Sepanian, M.D. for a 30-minute Q&A about summer safety for kids. They'll answer commonly asked questions, including: What's a good sunscreen for kids? How can I keep my swimming pool area safe? When can children start learning how to swim? and many more.

Pre-recorded presentation available in English: Summer Safety

When we send our kids back to school, it's impossible not to worry about whether they might get hurt. Facey pediatricians Liliana Castelblanco, M.D. and Ruth Sepanian, M.D. are here to calm your fears. From nosebleeds to playground and sports injuries, they have the answers you need to help you care for your young ones.

Pre-recorded presentation available in English: Back to School Basics

For more information or to register for a class, please call Facey Patient Education at 818-837-5779 or 866-837-5605.