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SCISG of South Florida Newsletter September, 2009 – Vol 1, Issue 1

Enhancing the Quality of Lifestyle through Informative News & Events..


In This Issue

Ask One of the Nation’s Top Urologist a Question
SCISG of South Florida – Beta Chapter
Interested in Participating in a Study?
Join Our Mailing List!

Dear SCISG of South Florida Members and Supporters,

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In our September issue, SCISG of South Florida would like to formally welcome our newest addition of Members, located in Miami, Fl – The Spinal Cord Injury Support Group of South Florida Beta Chapter
 
We will also be providing our readers with resourceful information and new studies available for persons with spinal cord injury / disability.


Our SCI Support Group Has Moved Locations

Group Moving

The Spinal Cord Injury Support Group of South Florida would like to invite everyone to our new location!

We have changed our meeting locations from Healthsouth Rehabilitation Hospital to the building across the street, where the swimming pool is located, also known as the ‘Bridge’.

Our new address is: 10199 NW 44th street
                              Sunrise, FL 33351

Meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at 4:00pm.

We look forward to seeing you there!!



Ask One of the Nations TOP Urologist a Question:

Dr. Gousse

Ever had a medical question that you needed answered by a physician but was discouraged by the long wait times, you would endure at the Doctor’s office??


Dr. Gousse is one of America’s top urologists and has pioneered much research within his specialty. Dr. Gousse is the program director of the Urology Residence Training Program of Jackson Memorial Hospital and is one of the few fellowship trained urologists in South Florida.
In partnership with The Spinal Cord Injury Support Group of South Florida, Dr. Gousse is making a change and has given SCISG of South Florida members, supporters and visitors the opportunity to ask him questions, which he will personally respond to, via The SCISG of South Florida website.

Please visit www.sflscisg.org for more information and participate in our Ask Dr. Gousse a question blog.


The Spinal Cord Injury Support Group of South Florida – Beta Chapter in Miami, Fl



lois pope bldg"Expanding and Branching our Group to serve our Neighboring Communities"


SCISG of South Florida would like to give a BIG welcome to our newest members: our Beta chapter, located in Miami, Fl.

Our group has been growing ever so fast, starting from the first day that the group was started. Seeing the need and the interest from persons with SCI / disease, in having a local support group that is available to provide them with informational resources and ongoing events that are available to them within their communities, we merged our support group with members who frequently meet in Miami, Fl.


Our new members, The Spinal Cord Injury Support Group Beta Chapter, will be based in Miami, Fl. Their monthly meetings will be held at the Lois Pope Life Center building, within the Miami Jackson Hospital Community.

We encourage all of our members and supporters that live in the Miami area to attend their monthly meetings and embrace a local support group that has partnered with the Spinal Cord Injury Support Group as our first chapter.
Meeting Date:Last Wednesday of every month
Meeting Time:12:00 pm
Location:  
Lois Pope Life Center Building (7th Floor)
1095 NW 14th Terrace Miami, FL  33136


Are You Interested In Participating in A Medical Study??


Hollister MedicalHollister, Inc. is conducting a study with a new male external catheter and are looking to enroll 10 men who currently use male external catheters (condom catheters) to manage their urinary leaking.


You may be eligible to participate if you:
  • Are male and 18 years and older
  • Currently use Hollister’s InView or Rochester Ultraflex condom catheters
  • Use the Intermediate size (32mm) condom catheter

If you qualify, you will receive all study related products and exams at no cost to you and compensation for your time and travel.

If interested in participating, please contact Sue Krinsky, RN at (954) 746-1341

* Leave a message for more information and to see if you qualify.

The Spinal Cord Injury Support Group (SCISG) of South Florida is a not for profit organization that promotes camaraderie through friendship, education, advocacy and recreation to enhance the quality of life for those affected by spinal cord injuries and disabilities.
 
Sincerely,

Kristina Escarzaga – Lutin
Administrative Assistant to the Vice President of The Spinal Cord Injury Support Group of South Florida

{ 2 comments… read them below or add one }

Dr. Rosemary Timoney September 15, 2009 at 10:03 pm

Dear Kris,
This is a beautiful piece of work and an enormous service to the group. I keep telling Alex how good all his work is – and it is, but I/we are very aware of where the real talent and skill lie. Thank you many times over for all that you do.

Rosemary

Sue Krinsky September 21, 2009 at 5:12 pm

The monthly newsletter is excellent!!! I am so proud to be a part of our fabulous organization. Sue Krinsky

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