Doctors plan seminars for seniors

CERRITOS - Dr. Pinal Doshi of Pioneer Medical Group will lead a seminar May 11 at the Cerritos Senior Center where he will discuss medications and their appropriate use.The appropriate use of medication is key to reducing high rates of disease and promoting a greater quality of life. Doshi will be joined by a pharmacist for a presentation on how aging affects the body's response to medicine, the risks of drug interactions and the importance of communication between patients and their healthcare provider. The seminar is free for adults ages 50 and older. The presentation begins at 8 a.m. Meanwhile, on May 25, Dr. Todd Stockwell will discuss risk factors, symptoms and treatment options for back pain. The seminar begins at 1 p.m. and is also for seniors. The Cerritos Senior Center is at 12340 South St.

********** Published: May 5, 2011 - Volume 10 - Issue 3