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Clinic's diabetes expo planned for Nov. 6
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MONROE - Monroe Clinic will hold a Diabetes Expo, starting at 8 a.m., on Saturday, Nov. 6, at Monroe United Methodist Church, 2227 4th St. The half-day event is designed to offer details on the latest developments in diabetes care.

Event registration and breakfast begin at 8 a.m. The keynote address begins at 8:30 a.m., with education sessions ending at about 12:15 p.m. Please register for the event by Oct. 29 at monroeclinic.org, click on "events." Or register by calling (877) 865-1462.

Some featured expo topics include:

• Early screenings that promote eye health

• Patient perspectives on living and thriving with diabetes

• The benefits of smart diet and an active lifestyle

• Proper wound care

• Advances in diagnosis and treatment

• Tips for healthy kidneys

Presenters include: Paul Bekx, MD, endocrinology; Ifat Kamin, MD, adult medicine and wound care; Brett Pariseau, MD, ophthalmology; Charles Stuart, MD, nephrology; and Wes Speer, physical therapist.