Verde Valley Medical Center invites the community to its “Heart of the Matter” cardiac education program, Monday, Nov. 9, at 6:30-7:30 p.m. November’s presentation, “Techniques for Stress Management,” will be given by Sumner Sydeman, Ph.D., Associate professor of Psychology at Northern Arizona University.

An Arizona State licensed psychologist, Dr. Sydeman completed his Clinical Psychology doctoral degree at University of South Florida and his internship and Postdoctoral Fellowship at the University of Florida. His area of specialty is Clinical Health Psychology

Dr. Sydeman said, “My research focuses on stress, emotions, and lifestyle behaviors in cardiac patients.”  His work in clinical practice involves helping medical patients make changes toward healthier lifestyle behaviors and with emotional adjustment to chronic medical illness.

The Heart of the Matter complimentary program will be presented at VVMC, 269 S. Candy Lane, Cottonwood, Conference Rooms B and C.

It is easiest to park in the visitor lot on Candy Lane and enter through the Outpatient Services entrance. Please RSVP to 639-6551. Walk-in attendance also is welcome.