"Ladies Night" Women's Health Event

Ozarks Healthcare will host a “Ladies Night,” bringing together women’s health professionals for an evening of conversation, education and questions focused on women’s health throughout the lifespan.

"Ladies Night" Women's Health Event

Women’s healthcare needs change throughout every stage of life, and knowing what to expect and when to seek care can help women take an active role in their health.

Ozarks Healthcare will host a “Ladies Night” at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19, at the Willard-Hunter Classroom at 1211 Porter Wagoner Blvd. in West Plains. The event will bring together women’s health professionals for an evening of conversation, education and questions focused on women’s health throughout the lifespan.

The panel will include Ozarks Healthcare Women’s Health providers Dr. Roxanna Torres, Tabitha Young, Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM), Jennifer Rhoads, WHNP, Emily Streit, DPT, and staff from Ozarks Healthcare’s Mammography Department. Each panelist will share information about their area of care, when women may benefit from their services and how different healthcare specialties can work together to support women.

Topics will span a variety of stages and seasons of life, including teenage and young women, reproductive years, the 20s and 30s, perimenopause, menopause and post menopause.

The evening will also include an open question-and-answer session, giving attendees an opportunity to ask questions directly of the panel. Guests will have the opportunity to tour Ozarks Healthcare’s Mobile Mammography Unit and learn more about convenient breast health services available in the community.

A fall-inspired meal will also be provided, featuring soup, salad, bread, and dessert.The event is free and open to women in the community. Attendees are encouraged to come prepared with questions and learn more about the resources available through Ozarks Healthcare.

Event is free to attend, but registration is required. Call 417-257-6735 to register.

For more information about women’s health services at Ozarks Healthcare, visit www.ozarkshealthcare.com/services/womens.