Jefferson Medical Center offers a variety of classes to help you stay healthy, safe, and informed.
Whether you are interested in learning about diabetes or smoking cessation, our courses are here to guide you. We also offers maternity and family classes for expectant and new moms.
Classes:
Diabetes Self-Management Classes — FREE
This four-week program educates those with diabetes about diet and meal planning, medications, glucose monitoring, exercise, hygiene (including foot and skin care), and more. Classes are held in Jefferson Medical Center’s 1st Floor Conference Room. Pre-registration is required by calling 304-728-1693.
Lifeskills — A Diabetic Patient Education Program
A four-week comprehensive program taught by a Certified Diabetes Educator and Registered Dietitian, this program is targeted to help individuals manage diabetes. Classes are held in the McCormack Center Suite 3800. A physician referral is required. A program fee is applicable and is covered by some insurance companies. For more details, call 304-596-6839.
Diabetes Support Group
Provides information and support for persons diagnosed with diabetes.
Meets the last Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in 3rd Floor Classroom
Prenatal Class
Free and open to moms and babies.
Thursdays from 5 – 7 pm
Via Microsoft Teams App on smartphone/tablet or a computer with webcam
New four-class series are offered every other month. Registration is required to participate. Call 304.264.1297, ext. 2 to register. For more information, contact Tasheema Bullock, RN at tasheema.bullock@wvumedicine.org
Smoking Cessation Classes — FREE
Held periodically to accommodate expressed interest. To inquire about upcoming class dates, call 304.264.1287, ext. 31814 or email ddejarnett@wvuhealthcare.com
Speakers Bureau — FREE
We offer free community programs on a variety of health and lifestyle topics. To arrange a speaker for an upcoming meeting or event, call 304-264-1246.
Community Mini-Med School Seminars
As a community service of University Healthcare and the WVU Health Sciences Center Eastern Division, educational programs are held throughout the year for residents in both Berkeley and Jefferson counties. Watch for upcoming program dates/topics.