Learn more about managing your blood pressure and protecting your health

The Johnson County Department of Health and Environment has partnered with the Kansas City Medical Society Foundation to present an online health webinar series centering around high blood pressure (hypertension).

The “Doc Talk” series will give participants the opportunity to speak with a local physician about how they can manage their blood pressure and protect their health. The series is open to all residents of Johnson County and there is no charge to attend.

Past Webinars

High Blood Pressure & Medication Management Expansion

Dr. Patrick B. “Rusty” Ryan

September 15, 2021

Local retired clinical pharmacologist, Patrick B. “Rusty” Ryan, PharmD, discussed how to manage hypertension with medication.

High Blood Pressure & Your Heart

Dr. Alan D. Forker

August 18, 2021

Local retired physician Alan D. Forker, MD, discussed how hypertension can affect your heart. Find out what you can do right now to protect your health.

High Blood Pressure & Diabetes

Dr. Alan D. Forker

July 21, 2021

Local retired physician Alan D. Forker, MD, discussed hypertension and diabetes-related complications. Find out what you can do right now to protect your health.