Health Access Program
The Alta Bates Summit Health Access program is a community referral source for health related information. We provide monthly free or low cost presentations and screenings as well as information and referrals to other programs throughout the East Bay Area.
Membership is free and available to anyone by application. For more information or to request an application, please call (510) 869-6737.
Many local merchants offer discounts to Health Access members. Members also receive a discount in the Medical Center's cafeterias and the Alta Bates, Summit and Herrick gift shops.
Peralta Pharmacy offers free medication delivery for Health Access members as well as a medication information line; members can call and have questions about their medications answered by a pharmacist.
Health Access members also receive free installation of the Lifeline Emergency Response Service equipment.
Membership in the Alta Bates Summit Independent Gym is only $50 for three months for Health Access members. The gym is located at 5700 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland and is open Monday through Friday. Lockers and showers are available. Call (510) 204-1788 for more information.
Following are some of the benefits of being a HealthAccess member. All of the events are open to the public. For more information or to register for an event, please call (510) 869-6737.
- "Wellness for Life" Healthy Living Series - Every Tuesday
- Bariatric Surgery Options 6/22/10
- Osteoporosis Medication Update 7/21/10
- A Stroke Survivor's Journey 8/4/10
- Just for Women: Managing Continence 8/18/10
- Discount Memberships in an Independent Gym Program
- Discounts from Local Merchants
- Discounts from Alta Bates Summit
- Peralta Pharmacy Medication Information Line
- Lifeline Emergency Response Service
- Health Access Resources
"Wellness for Life" Healthy Living Series - Every Tuesday
This weekly lecture series is co-hosted by Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and Whole Foods Market in partnership with Bauman College. There are presentations every Tuesday evening, and a focused tour of Whole Foods Market every fourth Tuesday.
Tuesday, July 6 Cooking to Lower Cholesterol Cooking Demo
Tuesday, July 13 Understanding Food Labels
Tuesday, July 20 Healthy Picnic Favorite - Potato Salad Cooking Demo
Tuesday, July 27 Tour of Whole Foods Market - Fats: The good, the bad and the yummy.
Classes are 5:30 to 6:30 pm, 3030 Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley. Tours meet in front of Whole Foods Market, 3000 Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley.
Reservations are required by calling 510-869-6737.
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Bariatric Surgery Options 6/22/10
If you are ready to make a permanent change in your weight, come to this presentation and learn about the surgical options for weight loss available at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
6:30 to 8:00pm.
San Ramon Marriott
2600 Bishop Drive
San Ramon, CA
Call (510) 869-6737 to reserve a space.
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Osteoporosis Medication Update 7/21/10
Are you worried about the medication that you've been taking for osteoporosis? There have been recent news reports that some of these drugs may lead to an increased risk of fracture and other problems. Elliott Schwartz, MD, Medical Director of the Northern California Institute for Bone Health, will discuss these issues and give you the most up to date information.
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
9:30 to 10:30 am
Merritt Pavilion, Summit Campus
350 Hawthorne Avenue
Oakland, CA
Call (510) 869-6737 to reserve a space.
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A Stroke Survivor's Journey 8/4/10
Join stroke survivor Megan Timothy, actress and author of 12,000 Miles for Hope's Sake as she shares her story of recovery and hope, including the challenges that she faced learning to speak, read and write again.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
6:30 to 8:00 pm
Samuel Merritt University, Fontaine Auditorium
400 Hawthorne Avenue
Oakland, CA
Call (510) 869-6737 to reserve a space.
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Just for Women: Managing Continence 8/18/10
Would you like to be able to cough, sneeze and laugh without worrying about leakage? Find out about effective, non-surgical ways to regain urinary continence at this "women only" presentation.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
9:30 to 10:30 am
Merritt Pavilion
Annexes B & C
350 Hawthorne Avenue
Oakland, CA
Call (510) 869-6737 to reserve a space.
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Discount Memberships in an Independent Gym Program
Members receive membership in an independent gym program at a discounted rate of $50 for a three-month membership.
Gym Location:
Health Pavilion
5700 Telegraph Avenue
Oakland, CA
Call (510) 869-6737 for details.
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Discounts from Local Merchants
Discounts from the following local merchants are available when you show your Health Access card:
Peralta Pharmacy
Call the Peralta Pharmacy with questions about the proper use of your medication, medication side effects or drug interactions. Since our pharmacists would like to give your question their full attention, they created a system that allows you to call in the evening and leave a message, and a pharmacist will return your call on the next business day.
Lifeline Emergency Response Service is a 24-hour, in home emergency response service that is connected through your telephone to a Lifeline operator who can provide you with emergency assistance. The service is designed for people who live alone, want to maintain a link to medical assistance, are new mothers, are disabled or want peace of mind in knowing that someone will check on them regularly.
The Alta Bates Summit Health Access staff acts as your personal advocate in helping you locate and obtain health care services.
In Oakland:
Franklin Brown Optical
20% off eyewear
411 30th Street
Phone: (510) 836-2353
A Lady's Touch
This shop provides natural products
for post-breast surgery needs.
15% off conventional bras, swim forms
and suits, wigs, hairpieces, scarves
and turbans.
612 D Street, San Rafael
By Appointment only: (415) 454-6058
Please identify yourself as a Health Access
member when making your appointment.
In Berkeley:
The Precision Vision
50% off frames with purchase of frames and lenses.
2120 Shattuck Avenue
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Discounts from Alta Bates Summit
20% off undiscounted prescription and over the counter items.
3100 Telegraph Avenue
Suite 1100
Phone: (510) 869-8835
Refills Phone: (510) 869-6917
Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Closed weekends and holidays.
Free delivery service with purchase of prescription; limited to two (2) free deliveries per week. Additional deliveries can be provided for a service fee of $6.25.
Audiological Services
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center offers comprehensive Audiological services for pediatric and adult clients. Health Access members are eligible to receive a free box of hearing aid batteries with any purchase of a hearing aid. To make an appointment, please call (510) 204-4616.
Detour Cafe
2001 Dwight Way, in the lobby of the Herrick campus.
10% discount
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Peralta Pharmacy Medication Information Line
Call (510) 869-8835 from 5:30pm to midnight. Leave your name, a telephone number where you can be reached during the day, and a brief description of your concerns. A pharmacist will return your call on the next business day. (Monday through Friday excluding holidays). Please note that this is not an emergency service.
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Lifeline Emergency Response Service
Health Access members receive free installation of their Lifeline unit. For more information, please call (510) 869-8992 between 9:00 and 3:00, Monday through Friday.
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Health Access Resources
We have information on health and social services at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center and in the community. Call (510) 869-6737 for assistance.
Our Health Match Referral Services Coordinator will help you find and schedule an appointment with a physician or Alta Bates Summit Medical Center healthcare service just right for your needs. Call (510) 869-6777 for assistance.
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