Riverside Healthcare’s Coffee with a Doc Series provides free medical advice

The hour-long events pair informal conversation with expert education. A Riverside provider gives a brief presentation on a health topic, then takes questions from attendees.

Riverside Healthcare is hosting Coffee with a Doc, a monthly series where patients can ask medical experts about their specialties over a complimentary beverage. The hour-long events pair informal conversation with expert education. A Riverside provider gives a brief presentation on a health topic, then takes questions from attendees.

Past sessions have covered heart attack awareness, plastic surgery, stress management, and pelvic health. Two events are scheduled for July. Understanding Hernias: What You Need to Know General surgeon Dr. Steven Groene will discuss hernia prevention, symptoms, treatment, and recovery.

1–2 p.m. Saturday, Connect Roasters, 141 S. Main St., Bourbonnais, Free. Pre-registration requested: myrhc.net/cwd_hernia Let’s Talk Weight Loss Medications Primary care physician Dr. Maryann Kelly will explain how medications like Ozempic and Wegovy work, who may be a candidate, and what to consider before starting treatment.

9–10 a.m. Friday, July 17, Dimes Coffee, 10850 W. Laraway Road, Suite 1W, Frankfort , Free. Registration encouraged: myrhc.net/frankfortcoffee

Arrive early to order your complimentary coffee drink.