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.

Members receive a discount in the Medical Center's cafeterias and the Alta Bates, Summit and Herrick gift shops.

Peralta and Milvia Outpatient Pharmacies offer free medication delivery for Health Access members. Members can also call the Peralta medication information line 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.

• Introduction to Qigong
• Trust Overview: Protect your Family While Maintaining Sufficient Assets for your Lifetime
• Don't Make Me Laugh, Cough or Sneeze - a Frank Discussion about Continence for Women
• Using Walking Poles to Achieve, Maintain and Regain Mobility
• Using Hypnosis and Imagery to Make Internal Change
• Women's Heart Health
• Discount Memberships in the Independent Gym Program
• Discounts from Alta Bates Summit
• Peralta Pharmacy Medication Information Line
• Lifeline Service
• Health Access Resources

Introduction to Qigong

Qigong (pronounced "chee gong") is a centuries-old Chinese health exercise practice that promotes healing, strength, flexibility, balance and longevity. It is safe for people of all ages and physical conditions. Maureen Berndt, Qigong teacher, Wellness Consultant and Acupressure Practitioner, will give an introduction to this ancient practice.
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
1:00 to 2:30 pm
Maffly Auditorium, Herrick Campus
2001 Dwight Way
Berkeley, CA
Call (510) 204-4503 for more information.
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Trust Overview: Protect your Family While Maintaining Sufficient Assets for your Lifetime

You may have heard the adage "you can't take it with you", but if you plan properly, you can say who gets it when you're gone. Attorney Janet Dobrovolny will give a brief overview of trusts and estate planning, including special needs trusts and gifting. Ms. Dobrovolny is Suze Orman's personal trust lawyer and she will tell you the truth about what you really need.
Thursday, January 12, 2012
9:30 to 11:00 am
Fir Rooms 1 & 2, Merritt Pavilion
350 Hawthorne Avenue
Oakland, CA
Call (510) 869-6737 to reserve a space.
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Don't Make Me Laugh, Cough or Sneeze - a Frank Discussion about Continence for Women

Incontinence is an issue that isn't talked about much in polite company. We don't need to fee alone - it is very common and there is treatment available. Urogynecologist Anna Frick, MD, will talk about ways of managing incontinence specifically for women.
Thursday, January 12, 2012
3:00 to 4:30 pm
AgeSong at Lake Merritt
1800 Madison Street
Oakland, CA
Call (510) 903-3600 to reserve a space.
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Using Walking Poles to Achieve, Maintain and Regain Mobility

Jayah Faye Paley, ACE & AFAA Certified Personal Trainer will demonstrate techniques for walking with poles, reducing stress on knees, hips and spine; improving endurance, posture and upper body strength, supporting better balance and being able to use your whole body while walking. You are welcome to join in or just watch and learn.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
1:00 to 2:30 pm
Maffly Auditorium, Herrick Campus
2001 Dwight Way
Berkeley, CA
Call (510) 204-4503 for more information.
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Using Hypnosis and Imagery to Make Internal Change

Seth Deborah Roth, certified hypnotherapist, will give some simple self-hypnosis techniques to use anywhere, any time to manage discomfort.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
6:30 to 7:45 pm
Oakland, CA
Call (510) 869-8833 for more information and to register.
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Women's Heart Health

The leading cause of death for women, contrary to popular belief, is heart disease. Many women don't attend to the signs and symptoms that precede a cardiac event. Join Cardiologist Earl Holloway, MD, for a conversation about caring for your heart.
Thursday, February 23, 2012
6:30 to 8:00 pm
Lafayette Library and Learning Center
3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
Lafayette, CA
Call (510) 869-6737 to reserve your seat.
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Discount Memberships in the Independent Gym Program

Members receive membership in the 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 Alta Bates Summit

Peralta Pharmacy
20% off undiscounted prescription and over the counter items.
3300 Webster Street
Ground Floor
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 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.

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 Service

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.

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

The Alta Bates Summit Health Access staff acts as your personal advocate in helping you locate and obtain health care services.

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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