Mohawk Valley Health System

Bariatric Surgery Support Group - January 2025 - New Year, New You
2025-01-21 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Wynn Hospital, 111 Hospital Drive, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
Join us 6 p.m. at the Wynn Hospital Auditorium for a Bariatric Support Group meeting. This month, we’re helping you get set with your new year goals with our “New Year, New You” themed meeting. We’ll have our bariatric surgeon Dr. Nandita Rao available for questions along with discussions on the following topics:

Adjusting to Lifestyle Changes
What ways do we transform? Physical, Health, Mentally, Body Image
Setting yourself up for success: Sustainability, Supportive Community, Stress Management, Navigating relationships
Food journaling
Long term success
Nutrition/fluids
Goal Setting: SMART, short term vs. long-term, various targets, celebrate progress, non-scale victories
Meal Planning Tips/Tricks

Free valet or garage parking is available. Meetings can also be attended simultaneously on Zoom.
For more information and to RSVP, please contact Molly Paul at 315-272-8742 or via email at mpaul@mvhealthsystem.org.

Bariatric Support Group - March 2025 - Eating Healthy with Cooking Demonstration from MVHS Executive Chef Dillion McNatt
2025-03-18 18:00 - 19:00 | NY
Join us 6 p.m. at the Wynn Hospital Auditorium for a Bariatric Support Group meeting. This month, we’re featuring a healthy cooking demo from our executive chef Dillion McNatt! We’ll be discussing the recipe, food journaling tips, and discussions on the following topics:

Grocery Shopping Tips & Tricks
Long term success
Nutrition/fluids
Goal Setting: SMART, short term vs. long-term, various targets, celebrate progress, non-scale victories
Meal Planning Tips/Tricks

Free valet or garage parking is available. Meetings can also be attended simultaneously on Zoom.
For more information and to RSVP, please contact Molly Paul at 315-272-8742 or via email at mpaul@mvhealthsystem.org.

MVHS Health and Wellness Fair - National Nutrition Month 2025
2025-03-21 11:00 - 13:00 | Wynn Hospital, 111 Hospital Drive, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
Join us at the Wynn Hospital Auditorium for a Health and Wellness fair in honor of National Nutrition Month! At this free event, you’ll be able to meet your local MVHS Dietitians, enter to win gift cards and baskets, plus enjoy some freebies and information from a large selection of local farmers and area businesses including:

Chobani
NYS Department of Health
In Bloom Yoga
The Sneaker Store
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Oneida County
Tibbitts Maple
MVHS Community Registered Nurses (performing blood pressure screenings)
and more!

This event is open to the public! We hope to see you there!

Bariatric Surgery Support Group – May 2025 - Emotional Eating
2025-05-27 18:00 - 19:00 | NY
Join us 6 p.m. at the Wynn Hospital Auditorium for a Bariatric Support Group meeting. This month, we’re tackling stress management and emotional eating, along with discussions on the following topics:

Cravings
Stress Management
Transfer Addictions
Mindful Eating
Meal Planning Tips/Tricks

Free valet or garage parking is available. Meetings can also be attended simultaneously on Zoom.
For more information and to RSVP, please contact Molly Paul at 315-272-8742 or via email at mpaul@mvhealthsystem.org.

Get Moving! | MVHS Bariatric Support Group Meeting | July 2025
2025-07-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Wynn Hospital, 111 Hospital Drive, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
Join us for a support group meeting to get exercise tips and learn about everyday activities that can help you burn calories this summer!

Tiffany Mills from Copper City Fitness and we be here to talk about how to use exercise and activity to improve health and to help lose and maintain weight loss.

This meeting is also available virtually via Zoom at the following URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82222711680…
Free valet or garage parking is available to attendees!

Copper City Fitness is co-owned by Coach Erin Costello and Coach Tiffany Mills. They both share a profound passion for health and fitness and their primary objective is to raise awareness within our community about the accessibility and attainability of a healthy lifestyle. Their team boasts a diverse range of certifications, including (but not limited to) Erin’s CF-L1 and CF-L2 for CrossFit while pursuing her Level 3 and 4 as a CrossFit Coach, Certified Nutrition Coach, and Recovery Coach. Tiffany, on the other hand, holds certifications as a Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Yoga Instructor, and Running Coach. The team is also both CPR and AED certified. The staff also possesses numerous nationally recognized certifications and engages in ongoing education to enhance their expertise.

For more information and to RSVP, please contact Molly Paul at 315-235-2540 or via email at bariatrics@mvhealthsystem.org.

Wynn Hospital Classic
2025-08-20 13:00 - 18:00 | Turning Stone Resort and Casino
Bank of America presents The Wynn Hospital Classic. Wynn Hospital Classic helps support the new state-of-the-art hospital in downtown Utica and makes a positive impact on healthcare services in the Mohawk Valley. It will take place on Wednesday, August 20th and this year we have a new location for our event – Turning Stone Resort and Casino, where golfers will have a chance to play on either Shenendoah or Kaluhyat and enjoy an unforgettable afternoon of golf.
Golfers will enjoy lunch, cocktail hour and a buffet dinner with an awards reception. Gifts for all players, on course activities and refreshments, as well as silent auction items and raffles will round out the day.

Free Hip and Knee Patient Seminar
2025-08-27 17:00 - 19:00 | Wynn Hospital, 111 Hospital Drive, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
Is hip or knee pain keeping you from doing the things you love?
Take the first step toward recover!
Attend a free hip and knee joint pain seminar and meet with Prashant Deshmane, MD, orthopedic surgeon, to learn how you can benefit from the Mako SmartRobotics System.
The event is on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Wynn Hospital Auditorium. You can register online at bit.ly/freejointpainseminar.

MVHS Bariatric Support Group Meeting | September 2025
2025-09-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Center for Rehabilitation and Continuing Care Services, 1650 Champlin Avenue, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
Join us for our Bariatric Surgery Support Group to learn more about the program, connect with others, share your challenges and successes and you’ll be able to hear firsthand stories from patients who have successfully gone through the program.
Featured Speakers:

Former Patients – Two patients will share their experiences, successes and challenges with weight loss and bariatric surgery.

Bariatric Program Coordinator – Molly Paul will be available to answer questions and to provide support for current and future patients.

Details
Date: Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Time: 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: Soggs Room, MVHS Rehabilitation and Nursing Center,
1650 Champlin Ave Utica.
Whether you’re seeking support, guidance or simply want to share your experience with bariatric surgery, this group is here for you.
This meeting is also available virtually via Zoom at the following URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82222711680…

For more information and to RSVP, please contact Molly Paul at 315-235-2540 or via email at bariatrics@mvhealthsystem.org.

We look forward to seeing you there!

MVHS Bariatric Support Group Meeting | November 2025 | Healthy for the Holidays
2025-11-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Center for Rehabilitation and Continuing Care Services, 1650 Champlin Avenue, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
MVHS Bariatric Group is hosting a “Healthy for the Holidays” event on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
This event will discussing holiday pitfalls and how to plan accordingly to maintain your weight loss goals. We’ll have tips for dealing with holiday stresses, our dieticians will be available to discuss meal planning, and we’ll be having a live cooking demonstration to show off a holiday recipe you can do at home.
This group is open to all, whether you’re just starting your weight loss journey, seeking support, or guidance through bariatric surgery, or simply want to share your experience with bariatric surgery, this group is here for you.
Speakers at the event:
Kristen Conway, MS, RD; Bariatric Registered Dietitian
Caroline Jacobus, MS, RN, CDCES; from CNY Diabetes Education Program director
Michelle Hartman,RD, CDN; from MVHS Eat Right, Live Right program
Tracey Lebert, RN, from MVHS Population Health
There will also be a live cooking demonstration at the event!
Details
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Time: 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: Soggs Room, MVHS Rehabilitation and Nursing Center,
1650 Champlin Ave Utica.
Attendees are required to RSVP by contacting Molly Paul at 315-235-2540 or via email at bariatrics@mvhealthsystem.org or by filling out the form below.
You can also join the program via Zoom!
Zoom link info:
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Meeting ID: 820 6703 7513
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Dial-in number 929-205-6099
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MVHS Diabetes Fellowship Program Inaugural Diabetes Conference
2025-11-22 08:00 - 17:30 | MVHS Human Resources Office, 201 Lafayette Street, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
Utica National Building
201 Lafayette St.
8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Join us for our inaugural Diabetes Conference presented by the MVHS Diabetes Fellowship Program.
This conference is supported by MVHS Diabetes and Endocrine clinic, CNY Diabetes Education program, Bassett Healthcare Network and Slocum-Dickson Medical Group.
This event is open to providers at all levels, (MD, NP/PA), residents, medical students, pharmacists, RNs and other allied health care professionals.
The agenda for the event can be found here:Diabetes Fellowship Program – Diabetes Conference Program
You can RSVP by clicking this link.

Weight Loss Support Group Vitamin Supplements After Bariatric Surgery
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Center for Rehabilitation and Continuing Care Services, 1650 Champlin Avenue, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
Join the MVHS Weight Loss Center for a discussion on what vitamin supplements are best after Bariatric surgery.
This event features Breda Alcatrez from Bariatric Advantage.
This group is open to all, whether you’re just starting your weight loss journey, seeking support, or guidance through bariatric surgery or simply want to share your experience with bariatric surgery, this group is here for you.
Details
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Time: 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: Soggs Room, Center for Rehabilitation and Continuing Care Services, 1650 Champlin Ave, Utica.
Attendees are required to RSVP by contacting Molly Paul at 315-235-2540, via email at bariatrics@mvhealthsystem.org or by filling out the form below.
You can also join the program via Zoom!
Zoom link info:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82222711680?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 820 6703 7513
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Dial-in number 929-205-6099

Cancer Center Man to Man Support Group
2026-04-09 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-08 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-12-10 17:00 - 18:00 | Faxton Campus, Weaver Conference Room, First Floor, 1675 Bennett Street, Utica, NY, 13502
Join us for an evening of connection, support and shared experiences bi-monthly on the second Thursday starting in April 2026.
This is an open discussion group – come share your story or simply listen. Whether you’re currently in treatment or navigating life after, you’re not alone.
This group is facilitated by male staff members from the Faxton Campus. Refreshments will be available.
Additional Details
5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Faxton Campus
1675 Bennett Street, Utica
Weaver Conference Room First Floor
Park in the Bennett Street lot and take the Green Elevator to the First (1) Floor.
Can’t make it in person? Join via Zoom.
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Healthy Lifestyles Partnership Summit
2026-04-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Delta Hotels Utica, 200 Genesee St, Utica, NY, 13502, United States
April 16, 2026
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Delta Hotels Utica
Click here to register or fill out the form below!
Join your colleagues from across the Mohawk Valley to learn more about approaches for improving the health and quality of life of our communities. The day will be kicked off by Dr. Mauvareen Beverley, President of Mauvareen Beverley, M.D., PLLC, Patient Engagement and Cultural Competence Specialist. She is an executive-level physician and a fellow of the New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM) with over twenty years of experience advocating for improving patient engagement and cultural competence for all populations, especially African American communities.
Additional sessions and workshops focus on:

Making Healthcare and Services Accessible for Populations – with a focus on rural and behavioral health populations and youth
Cultural Awareness for Medical Professionals/Community Service Providers
Effective Partnerships and Collaboration
Health Equity Ambassadors and Community Advisory Group

This event is hosted by:

This free program, sponsored by the Mohawk Valley Healthy Lifestyles Partnership, is open to all community members and organizations interested in learning more about collaboration and community health improved and networking with others in our region.
Program Details
10 a.m.
Opening Remarks
10:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Keynote Address – Achieving Health Equity
Mauvareen Beverley, MD, national thought leader and expert in patient engagement and health equity
11:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Oneida County Community Health Assessment
Daniel W. Gilmore, PhD, MPH
Director of Health, Oneida County Health Department

11:45 a.m. to 12:30
Networking Lunch

12:30 to 1:15/30
Concurrent Workshops (3)
Making Healthcare & Services Accessible to Communities/Populations
Meeting the needs of rural populations – Jessica Perusse, Executive Director, Camden Life Center
Reaching out to the homeless and Behavioral Health/SUD populations – Dane Robinson, Street Outreach Team, ICAN
Focusing on Youth Services – CNY Health Home/Connected Community Schools – Danielle Martin, Executive Director
Where Does the Medicine Go? – Cultural Awareness for Medical Professionals/Community Service Providers – Shana Pugh Dean, Associate Director, Social Enterprise The Center
Lessons Learned: Panel discussion of successful health equity partnerships –
Food as Medicine – James Paul, Founder/Director, Blacque Acres and Dr. Cynthia Jones, Chief Medical Officer, Mosaic Health
Community collaboration: MV Healthy Lifestyles Partnership – Lisa Volo, Senior Director, Behavioral Health & Community Services, MVHS and Jennifer VanWagoner, Director of Strategic Initiatives, The Center
Grassroots community outreach & education – Jackie Nelson, President, NAACP Rome Branch and Teoka Muhammad, The Carol L. Crooms BECA Center
1:30/1:45 to 2:30/45
Concurrent Workshops (3)
Making Healthcare & Services Accessible to Communities/Populations
Meeting the needs of rural populations – Jessica Perusse, Executive Director, Camden Life Center
Reaching out to the homeless and Behavioral Health/SUD populations – Dane Robinson, Street Outreach Team, ICAN
Focusing on Youth Services – CNY Health Home/Connected Community Schools – Danielle Martin, Executive Director
Where Does the Medicine Go? – Cultural Awareness for Medical Professionals/Community Service Providers – Shana Pugh Dean, Associate Director, Social Enterprise The Center
Lessons Learned: Panel discussion of successful health equity partnerships –
Food as Medicine – James Paul, Founder/Director, Blacque Acres and Dr. Cynthia Jones, Chief Medical Officer, Mosaic Health
Community collaboration: MV Healthy Lifestyles Partnership – Lisa Volo, Senior Director, Behavioral Health & Community Services, MVHS and Jennifer VanWagoner, Director of Strategic Initiatives, The Center
Grassroots community outreach & education – Jackie Nelson, President, NAACP Rome Branch and Teoka Muhammad, The Carol L. Crooms BECA Center

3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The Power of Collaboration – Health Equity Ambassadors and Community Advisory Group
Simone E. Edwards, DrPH, MPH
VP, Health Equity & Community Investments
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Register today!

Pins for Purpose Bowling Tournament
2026-05-30 14:00 - 20:00 | King Pin Lanes, 7157 E. Dominik Street, Rome, NY, 13440, United States
Join us for a Doubles 9-Pin No Tap Tournament at King Pin Lanes at 7157 E. Dominick Street in Rome on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
$80 per team with the first place team winning $1,000!
This is a fundraiser benefiting Children’s Miracle Network and the MVHS Foundation.
There will also be prizes for 2nd and 3rd place, a 50/50 drawing, basket raffles and a lottery board!
To register, please contact Ashley Wetzel at 315-985-5317 or John Knight at 315-534-9353.
Presented by:
Welcome Home Cleaning and John Knight’s Bowlers’ Shoppe

Cancer Center Man to Man Support Group
2026-06-11 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Faxton Campus, Weaver Conference Room, First Floor, 1675 Bennett Street, Utica, NY, 13502
Join us for an evening of connection, support and shared experiences.
This is an open discussion group – come share your story or simply listen. Whether you’re currently in treatment or navigating life after, you’re not alone.
This group is facilitated by male staff members from the Faxton Campus. Refreshments will be available.
Additional Details
5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Faxton Campus
1675 Bennett Street, Utica
Weaver Conference Room First Floor
Park in the Bennett Street lot and take the Green Elevator to the First (1) Floor.
Can’t make it in person? Join via Zoom.
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