Spa Harmony Hosts 'Think Pink' Girl Talk Event

The public is invited to learn the latest about cancer prevention, treatment and recovery at the “Think Pink Girl Talk” event, hosted by Spa Harmony of The Washington Hospital, as part of . 

The free program, which features an Information Expo and panel discussion titled “Experts Tell All About Cancer Prevention and Recovery,” will be held on Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. at the Wilfred R. Cameron Wellness Center, 240 Wellness Way.

The panel discussion includes Dr. Michael Zinsser, OB-GYN and Dr. Michael J. Dougherty, MD, Radiation-Oncologist of The Washington Hospital, as well as professionals from Spa Harmony and the Wellness Center.

The group will discuss a broad spectrum of approaches to achieving, maintaining and regaining health, including nutrition, exercise, acupuncture, massage therapy, Reiki and skincare.

Dr. Dougherty is the director of radiation oncology at UPMC and The Washington Hospital Cancer, a joint venture of UPMC Cancer Centers and The Washington Hospital, and assistant clinical professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. The Cancer Center provides advanced, comprehensive, high-quality cancer care including radiation and innovative drug therapies.

“We bring high-tech care directly into the community so patients don’t have to travel to Pittsburgh,” said Matthew McCracken, director of the Cancer Center. “Events like this are important because early diagnosis is key to better outcomes, and information is one of the most powerful tools individuals can have.” 

At the expo, attendees will have an opportunity to talk with representatives from the Women’s Health Center at The Washington Hospital and the Washington OB-GYN Group. 

The Women’s Health Center combines advanced diagnostic services and an expert clinical staff with numerous wellness and support programs for local women, and has been accredited by The National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC).

“We offer routine screening mammograms with state-of-the-art digital technology,” said manager Michelle McIlvaine, adding that the center recently introduced a patient navigator program to assist women who are diagnosed with cancer. “The navigator serves as a liaison between the patient and the hospital throughout the various cancer treatment steps.”

In addition, all proceeds from the evening’s sale of special Spa Harmony services—including pink feather extensions, hand/foot massages and pink polish change as well as discount service cards and discount non-member guest passes—will be donated to the local chapter of the American Cancer Society.