UF Health Wellness University seminars

Agenda

1. 8:30 am - 9:30 am

   Prostate cancer — take control

   Join us for a conversation about prostate cancer. Discover the importance of screening and explore the latest leading-edge treatments, including noninvasive options like focal therapy. This innovative approach targets cancerous tissue in the prostate using energy sources, minimizing damage to surrounding nerves, muscles, and other vital structures. The experts at UF Health offer advanced targeted therapies that focus treatments to cancerous areas and reduce the risk of side effects. This seminar will provide insights into managing prostate cancer, helping you make informed decisions about your health. Whether you’re at risk, newly diagnosed, or supporting a loved one, this session offers expert guidance from leading medical professionals.

   Tarik Benidir
2. 10:00 am - 11:00 am

   Addiction affects us all

   UF Health Florida Recovery Center is the state’s premier addiction treatment program, distinguished by its unique approach that integrates the proven principles of recovery with evidence-based addiction treatment. What sets us apart is our connection to a leading academic medical health center, where groundbreaking research is being conducted to uncover the mechanisms of addiction and develop innovative treatments. Our comprehensive program addresses every aspect of recovery — physical, emotional, and spiritual — guided by the well-established 12-step method. If you or a loved one is dealing with addiction, know that you are not alone. Recovery is possible. Discover our individualized, patient-centered approach to addiction treatment and begin the journey to healing.

   David Fields, LCSW, CAP

Speakers

• Tarik Benidir

  Surgical Oncologist (Surgical Specialist - Cancer), Urologist

  

• David Fields, LCSW, CAP

  UF Health Florida Recovery Center