Vital Aging Conference May 22, 2011

This year the Conference will feature five nationally recognized experts in their fields: Dr. Eric Shapira, DDS, MA, MHA, will be the keynote speaker. He practiced dentistry for over 30 years in Half Moon Bay, California. He is an educator and author of A New Wrinkle: What I Learned from Older People Who Never Acted Their Age, winner of the Pinnacle Book Achievement Award.

Dr. Walter Bortz, M.D. is a Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at Stanford University's School of Medicine and is recognized as one of America's most distinguished scientific experts on aging and longevity. His research has focused on the importance of physical exercise and its effect on aging. Dr. Bortz will speak about his new book, Next Medicine: The Science and Civics of Health.

Dr. Moira Fordyce, M.D., is a geriatrician, Adjunct Clinical Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, a founding member of the California Geriatrics Society, and a board member of the American Society on Aging. She has published and spoken on numerous topics related to aging. Dr. Fordyce will speak about "Busting the Myths about Aging."

Kathy Berra, MSN, ANP, FANP, FAAN, is Clinical Director of the Stanford Heart Network at Stanford University School of Medicine, and specialist at Cardiovascular Medicine and Coronary Interventions in Redwood City. Ms. Berra will speak about "Exercise & Fitness in Relation to a Healthy Heart."

Laura Stec, Executive Chef, has 25 years of experience as a chef, educator, professional speaker and consultant. She is the author of the book Cool Cuisine, Taking the Bite of of Global Warming. Laura speaks about food and how it relates to health. Chef Stec will speak about "Feeding the Mind and Soul."

Little House Cafe will be serving a fixed price full meal for $9.00 - soup, salad, bread, turkey or salmon Caesar salad and beverage.

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