Community Programs 

We serve patients and families in our hospital, but also reach out to members of the community with health and wellness seminars, events, screenings and blood drives, as well as other community activities.

Here is a list of upcoming events:

Healthy Meal Planning, September 15.  What is a “healthy diet”?  Are there good fast food options?   And what is a “serving size” anyway?  Registered dietician, Jessie Newman, will help you understand the basics of healthy meal planning, even if you’re on the go. Kirkwood Chamber of Commerce, Focus On You series at Commerce Bank in Kirkwood 12 - 1 p.m.

Des Peres Hospital is pleased to participate in the Kirkwood Area Chamber of Commerce Healthy Living event, September 21, 4 - 7:30 p.m.

Breathe Easy. Tuesday, September 21, 6:30 p.m. Headache, sinus pain, pressure -- for chronic sinus problems, Balloon Sinuplasty is a non-invasive surgical solution with faster and less painful recovery.  Learn more about Balloon Sinuplasty at our free seminar. Dr. Paul Burk presenting. Call 1-866-334-2492 to register.

Alleviating Knee and Hip Joint Pain, Thursday, September 30, 6:30 p.m. -- Learn the causes, symptoms and treatment alternatives for for knee and hip pain, including therapy, medications and surgical techniques from Dr. Tim Farley, orthopedic surgeon Seminar is free, but please call us at 1-888-457-5203 to register.