ATSU to host Women’s Wellness luncheon

MESA, Ariz. (Mar. 12, 2009) – With President Barack Obama’s healthcare summit dominating headlines across the nation, many families are wondering how the current economic and political climate will affect future access to affordable, quality healthcare. A.T. Still University’s (ATSU) Women’s Wellness program will tackle this subject head-on at a luncheon and panel discussion entitled “Will Care Be There?” on Tuesday, April 14 at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Ariz. Both men and women are invited to attend this community event.

Nationally renowned healthcare policy expert Barbara Ross-Lee, D.O., FACOFP, will keynote this timely luncheon. Dr. Ross-Lee, a former medical school dean, is currently director of the American Osteopathic Association Health Policy Fellowship Program and Vice President for Health Sciences and Medical Affairs at New York Institute of Technology.

Other panel members will include Erick Novack, M.D., a board certified orthopaedic surgeon and advocate for protection of patient rights; Jill Rissi, Ph.D., associate director for research and policy at St. Luke’s Health Initiatives, whose research focuses on Arizona health policy; and Jan Zieren, D.O., FACOFP, board certified family practice physician and president of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians.

The cost to attend is $75 per person. Sponsorship and premium ticket opportunities are available. Contact ATSU Advancement for more information at drohrich@atsu.edu or 480.219.6115, or visit www.atsuwomenswellness.org.