Posts By: Joan Wincentsen

MG Wellness: Myasthenia Gravis and Exercise

Recap: Conquer MG Webinar – June 28, 2020 Recently, panelists Julie Rowin, MD, and Julie Hossack discussed the power and possibility of exercise for those who have myasthenia gravis. Dr. Rowin is board certified in neurology, neuromuscular medicine, integrative medicine, and acupuncture. Ms. Hossack is an A.C.E Certified Personal Trainer, ISSN Certified Nutrition Coach and Peak… Read more »

Sept 30 Webinar: Telemedicine and Myasthenia Gravis

Telehealth tips

Join us for this informative Webinar and Q&A Session Wednesday, September 30, 2020 2:00pm to 2:45pm, Central time (3pm Eastern, 1pm Mountain, 12pm Pacific) Speaker – Rabia Malik, MD Dr. Malik is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurological Sciences at Rush University Medical Center. She is the Director of both the MDA Care Center… Read more »

MG Wellness: Meditative Breathing

  RECAP: Conquer MG Webinar – August 19, 2020 Julie Rowin, MD, teamed up with yoga instructor Jill Crockett to discuss the powerful tool of meditative breathing. Dr. Rowin is board certified in neurology, neuromuscular medicine, integrative medicine, and acupuncture. Ms. Crockett owns the yoga studio Molcintah, in Downers Grove, Illinois. See the VIDEO. Dr. Rowin:… Read more »

Meditative Breathing and MG

“Take a deep breath” Wednesday, August 19, 2020 2:00pm to 2:40pm, Central time (3pm Eastern, 1pm Mountain, 12pm Pacific) Ever tell yourself to take a deep breath?  That breath quiets your other thoughts, and brings focus to the task at hand, whether you’re about to jump into a pool on a summer day, or start… Read more »

Wellness Now: Own Your Health In a COVID-19 World

There’s plenty to worry about during the COVID pandemic. The virus, obviously. But also strains on finances, family relationships, education, and the social fiber of our communities. Who has time to worry about wellness? In May 2020, Conquer MG invited panelists Julie Rowin, MD (left), and Maria D. Zepeda, NBC-HwC (right), to discuss why self-care… Read more »