Events

What's Happening at Loyola University Health System

Events

Baby Makes Three Class

July 26, 2010

7 - 9 p.m.

$25 couple

Baby Makes Three Class

August 21, 2010

10:30 - 11 a.m.

$25 couple

Breastfeeding Class

August 21, 2010

noon - 2 p.m.

$25 couple

Infant CPR Class

August 24, 2010

7 - 8:30 p.m.

$15 person

Yesterday's Youth Club: Lake Geneva US Mail Boat Tour

August 25, 2010

Includes lake cruise and tour, luncheon and shopping time

Bus leaves at 7:30 a.m. and returns approximately at 5:30 p.m.

$51 members; $56 non-members 

Taste of Melrose Park

September 3 - 5 2010

  • Friday, 5 - 11 p.m.
  • Saturday, noon - 11 p.m.
  • Sunday, noon - 10 p.m.

Stop by the Gottlieb booth and pick up our famous toothpick and enter the raffle to win a Gottlieb Center for Fitness 9-month membership.

1000 N. 25th Ave., Melrose Park, IL

Spanish Childbirth Preparation Class

September 13 and 20 (2 sessions)

6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

$75 couple

American Heart Association Heart Walk

September 25, 2010

Join us as we participate in the American Heart Association (AHA) Heart Walk on Saturday, Sept. 25, in Downers Grove. Loyola is nationally recognized as a leading cardiovascular care center and much of the research we do is funded through grants from the AHA. This year, our goal is to raise $60,000. Please log-on to www.metrochicagoheartwalk.org, click on “Participant Registration” and register under Loyola University Health System. Packets are available at the front desk in the Loyola Center for Fitness and, at Gottlieb, through the Department of Marketing.

Basic Childbirth Preparation Class

October 11 and 18

6:30 - 9:30 p.m.

$75 couple

Baby Makes Three Class

October 25, 2010

7 - 9 p.m.

$25 couple

Infant CPR Class

October 26, 2010

7 - 8:30 p.m.

$15 person

Basic Childbirth Preparation Class

November 6, 2010

9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

$75 couple

Baby Makes Three Class

November 13, 2010

10:30 - 11 a.m.

$25 couple

Breastfeeding Class

November 13, 2010

noon - 2 p.m.

$25 couple

Yesterday's Youth Club: Annual Holiday Party

December 1, 2010

Mark your calendars - more information to come.

Healthy Offerings

Massage Therapy
Appointments available daily. Call (708) 450-5790 for an appointment.
$64/hour non-member ($52/hour Center for Fitness Members)
Enjoy the soothing benefits of massage. Therapists are licensed by the state of Illinois and offer more than 20 massage styles.

Worried About a Wound?
If you have a wound that isn’t getting better, call Gottlieb’s Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Center. Our caring professionals have helped some extremely difficult wounds, such as lower leg wounds, diabetic foot ulcers and non-healing surgical wounds. We offer special technology for healing wounds that don’t respond to other treatments alone. For more information, ask your doctor, or call us at (708) 681-7373.

Two Important Tests For Women
Regular mammograms, and bone density scans offer early detection that saves lives. And they are covered by most insurance plans. Call your doctor to request your written order. Then contact us to schedule your mammogram and a bone density test. Quick and painless, both tests can be completed in one hour. Call (708) 450-4917.

Grief Support Group - Free
A confidential group that covers the difficulties experienced by someone who is grieving the loss of a loved one. The next group will convene in late October for six morning sessions. Call Marge Colgan at (708) 450-5072 for more information.

Hospice Volunteer Training - Free
Seeking compassionate, caring people who are capable of helping terminally ill patients and their families. Volunteers must complete 12- to 15-hours of training. Call (708) 450-5072 for an interview.

Gottlieb Pharmacy - We Deliver
In addition to meeting your needs for prescription and over-the-counter medicines, the Gottlieb Professional Building Pharmacy has a complete line of health-care products including diabetes care supplies, post-mastectomy products, vascular hose and orthopaedic footwear. A certified diabetic educator is on staff to answer your questions. For more information, call (708) 450-4941.

Need a Ride?
The Gottlieb bus fleet offers door-to-door service for patients. Whether you are coming for one appointment or several, our experienced staff will assist you onto the comfortable bus, help with your seatbelt and make sure you arrive at the hospital and return to your home safely. To learn more, call (708) 681-3200, ext. 2198.

Resident, Family & Community Education Sessions
Experts present information about various topics ranging from how to prepare for the flu season to undersanding vertigo to learning about how your body reacts to heat. Anyone is welcome to attend these 30-minute sessions. Call (708) 681-3200, ext. 2408, for specific information about upcoming programs.

Gottlieb Center For Fitness

Stop by today! With two pools (one warm water and one lap), cushioned walking track, basketball court, more than 100 FREE group exercise classes per week, supervised children's play room, free parking and much more, the Center for Fitness will help you meet your fitness goals.

SUMMER SPECIAL

Full membership benefits included in the following offers:

  • 4 months - $225
  • 3 months - $185
  • 2 months - $145
  • 1 month - $90

Mention our website and get $15 off! Offer expires August 31, 2010.

Come in for a tour. Call (708) 450-5790 or visit us at www.GottliebFitness.org for a complete list of classes, programs and more. Ask about our new energy healing or popular Zumba classes!

Healthy Heart Screening

Screening Includes:

  • Complete cholesterol analysis including: total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, VLDL and triglyceride levels 
  • Blood sugar analysis 
  • Blood pressure check 
  • One-on-one consultation available to explain results, discuss risk factors, and provide suggestions for improvement. 

Fee and Guidelines:

  • 12-hour fast is required (water and medications are allowed) 
  • No appointment necessary 
  • Heart Healthy fee of  $35

Hours:

  • Monday - Thursday, 7 a.m. - 6:45 p.m.                       
  • Friday, 7 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.                           
  • Saturday, 7 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Achieve Dramatic Weight Loss
Whether you have 100 pounds to lose or that last stubborn 10, our team of experienced experts will help you achieve your fitness goals.

Movin’ & Losin’ - $99 ($325, Non-members)
Includes three-month fitness center membership. Exercise professionals create a step-by-step plan to help you safely and successfully lose weight.

Whatever Your Goals May Be
Buy a Pass, Take a Class.
Flex Pass Group Exercise - 10 classes for $100
No membership required.