What is Endometriosis?
Endometriosis, sometimes called “endo,” is a common health problem in women. It gets its name from the word endometrium, the tissue that normally lines the uterus or womb. Endometriosis happens when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside of your uterus and on other areas in your body where it doesn’t belong.
Most often, endometriosis is found on the:
- Ovaries
- Fallopian tubes
- Tissues that hold the uterus in place
- Outer surface of the uterus
Other sites for growths can include the vagina, cervix, vulva, bowel, bladder, or rectum. Rarely, endometriosis appears in other parts of the body, such as the lungs, brain, and skin.
Source: https://www.womenshealth.gov/a-z-topics/endometriosis
About the Endometriosis Family Support Group
Riverside Medical Clinic Charitable Foundation’s Endometriosis Family Support Group provides an opportunity for individuals who have endometriosis to share information, offer support and provide encouragement. This support group meets in a webinar format on a monthly basis (Please check our calendar for dates). Diagnosis, treatments, pain management, diet, exercise and lifestyle modifications are just a few of the important topics discussed.
Webinars are FREE and participants are welcome from all medical groups.
October 2019
Endometriosis Family Support Group: Webinar with Antoni Duleba MD POSTPONED
Monday, October 21st at 1:00 pm PDT - POSTPONED Antoni Duleba, MD Chief, Division of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences Antoni Duleba, MD, is a board-certified reproductive endocrinologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating infertility and regulating ovarian function. His primary research focuses on polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis. He directs the Fertility Program at UC San Diego Health, which provides the latest evaluation and treatment options for couples having difficulty conceiving, including…
Find out more »January 2020
Endometriosis Family Support Group: Webinar with Sallie Sarrel
Thursday, January 23rd at 2:00 pm PDT After nearly two decades of pain, stomach aches and pelvic pain Sallie was diagnosed with endometriosis. Enduring multiple surgeries, including excision of endometriosis, and years of integrative treatments for endometriosis, she designed her Pelvic Physical Therapy practice to be a safe haven and a resource for all people with endometriosis and all who seek relief from pain that many believe is unmentionable. Sallie believes everyone should have a voice in their treatment. No…
Find out more »February 2020
ENDOMETRIOSIS FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP-Webinar with Dr. Andrea Vidali
Dr. Vidali’s background is quite unique as he is one of the few physicians in the world who, besides being a world-renown endometriosis surgeon, can claim decades of expertise in Miscarriage and Reproductive Endocrinology. Dr. Vidali is also the Medical Director of BRI Reproductive Immunology & Endometriosis Surgical Center. REGISTER FOR DR. VIDALI’S WEBINAR BELOW: https://rmccf.webinarninja.com/live-webinars/217122/register
Find out more »March 2020
Endometriosis Family Webinar Support Group
Endometriosis Online Webinar Family Support Group Date and Time: Monday, March 16 at 12:30 PM PST Speaker: Wendy Winer, RN, BSN, CNOR, RNFA with Center for Endometriosis Care. Wendy will be presenting on “Endometriosis: Advocating for Yourself Before & After Surgery”. Register for Wendy’s webinar below: https://rmccf.webinarninja.com/live-webinars/227291/register Questions on our support groups? Contact Foundation Program Coordinator, Jeannette Rodriguez at Jeannette@RMCcharity.org or 951.321.6513. More about Wendy Winer, RN, BSN, CNOR, RNFA Wendy K. Winer, RN, BSN, CNOR, RNFA is an endoscopic…
Find out more »April 2020
Self-Care Reboot Part I: Virtual Hangout
Join us for a virtual hangout with your polish and scrunchies at our “Self-Care Reboot Part I”! Date and Time: April 3, 3 PM PST Self-care Topic: Manicures, 90’s theme (dress up for some extra 90’s sass) Facilitated by our RMCCF Program Coordinator, Jeannette Rodriguez, join us for a casual and fun hour as we chat, check-in on one another, and paint our nails like we’re all that and a bag of chips! This hangout series will be on the…
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Self-Care Reboot Part II: Virtual Hangout
Join us for a virtual hang out with your favorite headband at our 'Self-Care Reboot Part II'! Date and Time: Friday, April 10, @ 3 PM, PDT on IG LIVE! (@endofamilysupportgroup) Self-care Topic: DIY facials! Facilitated by our RMCCF Program Coordinator, Jeannette Rodriguez, join us for a casual and fun hour as we chat, check-in on one another, and try out some DIY facials at home! This hangout series will be on the casual side, but you can expect some…
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Self-Care Re-Boot Part III: Virtual Hangout
Join us for Part 3 of our virtual hang out series, ‘Self-Care Re-Boot’! Date and Time: Friday, April 17, @ 10 AM (PDT) on IG LIVE! (@endofamilysupportgroup) Self-care Topic: PJ’s & Coffee Facilitated by our RMCCF Program Coordinator, Jeannette Rodriguez, join us for a casual and fun hour as we chat, check-in on one another, and This hangout series will be on the casual side, but you can expect some fun conversation around the following questions: • How do you…
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Endometriosis Family Webinar Support Group
Endometriosis Online Webinar Family Support Group Date and Time: Tuesday, April 28, at 2 PM PDT Speaker: Silvia Young, Author, Activist, Organizer, Founder of FemTruth, and FemTruth Policy CA, Endometriosis Survivor and Patient Advocate. Register for Silvia's webinar below: https://rmccf.webinarninja.com/live-webinars/255158/register Questions on our support groups? Contact Foundation Program Coordinator, Jeannette Rodriguez at Jeannette@RMCcharity.org or 951.321.6513.
Find out more »May 2020
Endometriosis Webinar Support Group
Endometriosis Online Webinar Support Group Date and Time: Thursday, May 21, at 12:00 PM PDT Speaker: Patrick Yeung Jr., MD Saint Louis University Topic: Endometriosis MythBusters: The Top 10 Myths and Counter Facts for Endometriosis Register for this webinar below: https://rmccf.webinarninja.com/live-webinars/298606/register?in_tok=1041f1bb-dae2-4928-a241-9fa82a99975e Questions on our support groups? Contact Foundation Program Coordinator, Jeannette Rodriguez at Jeannette@RMCcharity.org or 951.321.6513.
Find out more »June 2020
Endometriosis Webinar Support Group
Endometriosis Online Webinar Support Group Date and Time: Tuesday, June 16, at 2:00 PM (PDT) Topic: Endo Diet Confusion: 7 Simple Tips to Thrive Guest Presenter: Dr. Merritt Jones, DAIM, MS, LAc, CNC, Owner, Clinic Director at Natural Harmony Reproductive Health in Mission Valley, San Diego Dr. Merritt Jones is an endo warrior herself, and advocate committed to the pursuit of better care for those living with endometriosis. She founded Natural Harmony Reproductive Health with this in mind, always seeking…
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If you have any questions please feel free to contact the Foundation Program Coordinator, Jeannette Rodriguez at Jeannette@RMCcharity.org or (951) 321-6513. Thank you!
