Over 35 medical professionals were on hand as BAPS Charities hosted its 5th annual Health Fair on September 25, 2016 in Miami, FL With the increasing cost of health care in this economy, health professionals educated over 260 attendees on various health topics and provided their expert advice on regular health checkups and other health related issues.
Number of patients seen by a specialist: Internal Medicine/Family Practice (200), Cardiology (25), Nephrology (20), Ophthalmology (35), Endocrinologist (35), ENT (15), OB-GY (35), Oncology (3), Dentistry (45), Nutrition/Dietician (30), Chiropractor (40), Pain Management (15)
Number of Lab tests conducted: CBC (266), Basic metabolic panel (266), Lipid panel (266), Thyroid function test (200), Liver function test (266), Hemoglobin A1C (266)
Number of Screening and Diagnostic Tests: Blood pressure (200), Dental exam (45), Glaucoma screening (15), Glucose Screening (266), Bone Density Screening (100), Eye Exam (35)
Opinions:
This is a great service to the community, and I am very glad to be part of it. Such Health Fair provides significant services to our community, especially for those who do not have medical insurance and are hesitant to approach other doctors.
– Dr. Shital Patel, Endocrinologist
Overall very positive experience, especially getting the consultation from various specialty doctors at same place was very beneficial. Health fair events like this encourage us to be more health conscious and promote awareness for healthy lifestyle.
– Mrs. Megha Vyas, Health Fair participant
