Good Afternoon Long Beach Networking Luncheon

Join the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce for our Monthly Good Afternoon Long Beach Networking Luncheon!


Join us as we hear from our partners at MemorialCare!
 

Speaker: Mariusz Wirga, M.D., is a psychiatrist, psycho-oncologist, and cognitive-behavioral therapist. He serves as the Medical Director of Psychosocial Oncology at MemorialCare Todd Cancer Institute. Dr. Wirga  trained extensively with the leaders and pioneers in the fields of cognitive-behavior therapy, psycho-oncology, mindfulness, lifestyle modification, behavior change, stress management, and cultivating well-being. Dr. Wirga applies his expertise to improve quality of life, psychological outcomes and survival in cancer patients and their families. He lectures and conducts workshops on these subjects internationally.

Topic: Laughter as Medicine - No Joke!
The meaning of laughter is to simply find amusement or delight in something — but it can mean so much more for your health. With a diagnosis of a chronic disease, recovery can seem overwhelming. Laughter is proven to help patients, friends, and families to heal. Laughter has the remarkable ability to help navigate life’s challenges.

Please bure sure to bring lots of business cards to share with your fellow professionals and be prepared to give a quick 30 second elevator pitch to get to know everyone in the room!