About this Event
The fourth annual Falls Prevention Fair hosted by Banner - University Medicine, University of Arizona Health Sciences and the College of Medicine - Tucson Division of Trauma, Surgical Critical Care, Burns and Acute Care Surgery empowers older adults with the tools they need to live happy and healthy lives free from the fear of falling.
Join us for educational sessions from a variety of university experts, interactive workshops in balance and tai chi,* a vendor fair, food and refreshments, and giveaways.
Doors open at 10 a.m. and opening remarks begin at 11 a.m.
Featured topics will include:
- Medications that can increase fall risk
- Falling risk factors and prevention
- Frailty and falling
- Falls prevention resources
*Space is limited for our "A Matter of Balance Workshop" and our "Tai Chi for Falls Prevention," so please be sure to sign up to reserve your spot.
Parking Information
The Chinese Cultural Center offers ample parking with approximately 300 spaces available around the venue. Attendees should have no trouble finding convenient parking. We look forward to seeing you there!
Meet Our Speakers
<h4>Opening Remarks</h4>Program Introduction
Tawab Saljuqi, MD, DrPH
Senior Research Scientist,
Department of Surgery
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson
Bellal Joseph, MD, FACS
Chief, Division of Trauma & Critical Care - Burn and Emergency Surgery
Department of Surgery
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson
Falls Prevention for Older Adults
Tanya Anand, MD, MPH, FACS
Clinical Assistant Professor-
Trauma, Surgical Critical Care, Burns and Acute Care Surgery Departmenr of Surgery
University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Tucson Chinese Cultural Center, 1288 West River Road, Tucson, United States
USD 0.00
