“Women, Wellness & Lunch: The Doctors Are In”
FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine Engages and Educates with Panel Discussion

The FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine hosted a lunch and panel discussion at The Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables to educate and engage women about timely issues related to women’s health. The diverse panel of specialists addressed the latest findings from a wide range of medical fields including cardiology, dermatology, oncology, gynecology, gastroenterology and physical therapy.
Approximately 250 guests attended the luncheon to learn insights from noted panelists Pamela Downey, P.T. (physical therapy); Pamela Garjian, M.D. (gastroenterology); Yvonne Johnson, M.D. (cardiology); Joely Kaufman, M.D. (dermatology); and Luis Mendez, M.D. (gynecology and oncology). Risa Berrin, Executive Director of Health Information Project, moderated the panel discussion.
“The women’s health luncheon is part of the FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine’s ongoing commitment to elevating community-wide awareness of important health issues and empowering the public with access to the necessary information and resources to produce a healthier community,” said John A. Rock, MD, Founding Dean and Senior Vice President for Health Affairs at FIU HWCOM.
Fran Berrin chaired the event, which was sponsored by presenting sponsors South Miami Hospital, Constance Fernandez and Mary Lou Dasburg. Share on Facebook
Jodi Bondy, Heather Sosler, Nicole Friedland, Jennifer Gould
Shelley Ginsburg, Juliette Robbins, Marlene Kaplan, Jan Cohen, Sally Freedman
Norma Wilson, Bonnie Lehrer, Fran Berrin, Martha Rock
Cathleen Lamar, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Jenny Kennedy
Victoria Cummock, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, Jenny Kennedy
Barbara Havenick, Norma Kipnis Wilson, Fran Berrin, Carole Redlus, Colleen Fain, Donna Levine, Rosy Bild, Michelle Karsenti
Vivian Brownstein, Jill Hagler, Fran Berrin, Barbara Goldfarb, Gayle Jacobs, Ellen Friedman
Ana Milton, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell
Debbie Tano, Martha Rock
Fran Berrin (Event Chair), Risa Berrin (Moderator), Dr. Luis Mendez, Dr. Pamela Garjian, Dr. Joely Kaufman, Dr. Yvonne Johnson