Women's Wellness Summit: Thriving Through Every Age

Fri Apr 10 2026 at 09:00 am to 03:30 pm UTC-05:00

Stormont Vail Hospital - Topeka Campus | Topeka

Stormont Vail Health
Publisher/HostStormont Vail Health
Women's Wellness Summit: Thriving Through Every Age
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Join us for a dynamic, uplifting event designed to inspire women to take charge of their health at every stage of life.
About this Event

Women's Wellness Summit: Thriving Through Every Age

Join us in person for a dynamic, uplifting event designed to inspire women to take charge of their health at every stage of life. The Women’s Wellness Summit brings together expert speakers, practical guidance, and energizing conversations—all focused on helping you thrive today and in the years ahead.

This summit is designed not only to give you tools to care for yourself, but also to empower you with the knowledge to support the wellness of the important people in your life—children, aging parents, friends, and loved ones. When women thrive, families and communities thrive.


Agenda

🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:20 AM
I’m Not Done Yet
Host: Shannah Harvey

Info: An energizing start to the day—focused on motivation and an empowering story about women thriving in the workplace.


🕑: 09:20 AM - 09:55 AM
Well-Women Blueprint: Prevention for a Healthier Tomorrow
Host: Sarah Browning, APRN, MSN, FNP-C

Info: Take an empowering dive into the Well‑Woman Blueprint—your roadmap to smarter screening, stronger prevention, and a healthier future. Expect practical tips, surprising insights, and actionable takeaways you can use immediately to protect your health long before problems begin.


🕑: 09:55 AM - 10:40 AM
Women's Hormonal Health
Host: Stormont Vail OB/GYN Lincoln Center provider
🕑: 10:50 AM - 11:45 AM
Menopause A–Z
Host: Susan Brian, M.D.

Info: A fast‑paced tour through menopause from A to Z—what it is, why it happens, and the symptoms that most impact women’s lives. Dr. Brian will highlight the most effective hormonal and nonhormonal treatment options, plus practical strategies for sleep, mood, sexual health, and weight changes. You’ll leave with clear, evidence‑based insights to better support women through the menopause transition.


🕑: 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Lunch & network

Info: Buffet style lunch and the opportunity to visit booths including: Soul Wellness, Physical Therapy, Endocrinology, Weight Management, Lincoln Center, and Dermatology.


🕑: 12:30 PM - 12:55 PM
Women's Physical Therapy: Exercise through a Lifespan
Host: Toni Drinkard, DPT

Info: Learn about lifelong strength, mobility, and practical ways to stay active.


🕑: 12:55 PM - 01:15 PM
What is the Pelvic Floor?
Host: Margaret Stohlmann, PT, DPT, OCS

Info: Unlock the hidden powerhouse of the body—the pelvic floor—by busting myths, breaking stigma, and learning what really drives bladder control, core strength, and overall wellness. Get ready for an eye‑opening, empowering dive that gives everyone practical tools to build a stronger, smarter pelvic floor.


🕑: 01:15 PM - 01:35 PM
Myths & Facts About Nutrition & Weight Loss
Host: Amber Groeling, RD, CSOWM, LD

Info: Get ready to bust the biggest weight‑loss myths and uncover what actually works. We’ll dig into fad diets, label traps, carb confusion, protein hype, and the truth about sugar, all while spotlighting realistic, sustainable strategies that make healthy eating doable.


🕑: 01:35 PM - 02:00 PM
Personalize Your Weight Journey
Host: Karli Alderson, M.D., DABOM

Info: Get ready to rethink everything you’ve been told about weight. In this session, we’ll explore what “normal” really means, set goals that actually matter, and uncover the four unique weight‑challenge types that shape why your journey looks the way it does. Walk away with fresh clarity, practical strategies, and a personalized roadmap to finally make your weight story make sense.


🕑: 02:15 PM - 02:45 PM
Date Your Money: Building a Routine for a Stronger Financial Relationship
Host: Abbie Thomas, CPA

Info: Ready to take your money from “it’s complicated” to a committed, healthy relationship? This session shows you how a simple weekly, monthly, and annual “money date” can shift you from stressed and reactive to confident and in control. Expect practical tips, zero shame, and a fun, fresh approach that makes managing your finances feel less like a chore—and more like a relationship worth investing in.


🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:30 PM
Women, Stress, and the Nervous System
Host: Mary Evans, LSCSW

Info: Step into a powerful, eye‑opening session that unpacks why women feel so overwhelmed—and why it’s not a personal failing but biology, boundaries, and survival at work. We’ll break down the four core stress responses, show how they silently shape your daily life, and reveal practical, compassionate strategies to reclaim calm, clarity, and control.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Stormont Vail Hospital - Topeka Campus, 1500 Southwest 10th Avenue, Topeka, United States

Tickets

USD 25.00

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