Walk with a Doc is an international nonprofit organization started by Dr. David Sabgir, a cardiologist in Columbus, Ohio. In 2005, Dr. Sabgir invited patients and community members to go for a walk with him. Since that first walk, the WWAD program has blossomed. Each event will start with a brief talk about a common medical condition. The talk will be given by a local health care professional. It is a chance for members of the community to ask questions in a low key environment where they don't feel pressured. After the talk, the group will head out for a walk. People of all ages and fitness levels are welcome. The walk is approximately 1.5 miles and the terrain is fairly flat. Participants can walk as much of the walk or as little as they like. Our event on September 10th will feature Dr. Scott Sample a cardiologist at The Heart Center in New Bern, NC. Dr. Sample's topic will be Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) focusing on how exercise can help folks that have PAD.
Meeting location: Creekside Park; 1821 Old Airport Rd; We meet at the second shelter - Walking Trail Shelter
Time: 9am
Rain location: the front entrance of the New Bern Mall