Wellness Wednesday: Understanding Stroke – Know the Causes, Recognize the Risks, and Act Fast!
Alain L. Raymond, MMS, PA-C from Sharp Grossmont Hospital’s Cardiovascular and Cardiothoracic Surgery, will be discussing stroke, explaining the causes, myths and perceptions, risk factors, and how to respond in an emergency.
Mr. Raymond is a Physician Associate specializing in cardiothoracic and cardiovascular surgery in Southern California. A U.S. Navy Fleet Marine Corpsman, Alain served two combat tours in Iraq with the 1st Reconnaissance Battalion. After his service, he trained at Stanford University School of Medicine’s PA program. He went on to practice at world-renowned institutions, including Scripps Hospital, UC Irvine, Sharp Hospital, and Cedars-Sinai, focusing on cardiothoracic surgery and heart and lung transplantation. Now, Alain is channeling his dedication to service into the Global MAP Foundation, empowering youth to thrive academically, artistically, athletically, and personally.
When: Wednesday, February 25th | Presentation: 10-11 AM, Film screening begins: 11:30 AM
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium (9001 Wakarusa St., La Mesa, CA)
Contact: Call 619.825.5010, email library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to learn more
Feature film: F1 (2025), PG-13, 155 minutes
Wellness Wednesdays are GHD-sponsored programs that feature different health topics every month. Wellness Wednesdays are free and open to all community members. Registration is not required. Parking in our lot is limited. Additional parking is available across the street in the Brier Patch Campus lot. We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes early to get settled and parked, as these are our most popular programs.