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.
Many local merchants offer discounts to Health Access members. Members also receive a discount in the Medical Center's cafeterias and the Alta Bates, Summit and Herrick gift shops.
Peralta Pharmacy offers free medication delivery for Health Access members as well as a medication information line; members can call and have questions about their medications answered by a pharmacist.
Health Access members also receive free installation of the Lifeline Emergency Response Service equipment.
Following are some of the benefits of being a HealthAccess member. Most of the events are open to the public. For more information or to register for an event, please call (510) 869-6737.
- Free Blood Pressure Screenings
- Food, Fitness and Brain Function 7/11/08
- Know Your Diabetes 8/2/08
- Do You Suffer From Irregular Heartbeat? 8/7/08
- Discount Memberships in an Independent Gym Program
- Discounts from Local Merchants
- Discounts from Alta Bates Summit
- Peralta Pharmacy Medication Information Line
- Lifeline Emergency Response Service
- Health Access Resources
Free Blood Pressure Screenings
Thursdays, June 26, July 24 and August 28
The media often reports conflicting and incomplete information about the role of nutrition, supplements and exercise in brain health. This presentation by Mary Louise Zernicke, MS, MPH, RD, will cover the latest research findings and recommendations regarding food and fitness choices for keeping one's brain healthy and strong.
"Diabetes Basics" introduces you to Type 2 diabetes and diabetes management, including control and prevention of complications. Free glucose meters will be available, along with meter training.
Irregular heartbeat, or atrial fibrillation, is a potentially dangerous condition that can increase your risk of stroke. Learn about state-of-the-art treatment options at our Cardiac Cetner of Excellence from two of our distinguished heart specialists. Registration is required for this free event.
Members receive membership in an independent gym program at a discounted rate of $50 for a three-month membership.
Discounts from the following local merchants are available when you show your Health Access card:
Peralta Pharmacy
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.
Lifeline 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.
The Alta Bates Summit Health Access staff acts as your personal advocate in helping you locate and obtain health care services.
12:00 noon - 1:00 pm.
Summit Campus
Providence Pavilion
Cafeteria Conference Room
3100 Summit Street
Oakland, CA
Call (510) 869-6737 for more information.
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Food, Fitness and Brain Function 7/11/08
Friday, July 11, 2008
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Summit Campus, Providence Pavilion
Family Resource Center
3100 Summit Street, Main Floor
Oakland, CA
Call (510) 869-6737 to reserve a space.
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Know Your Diabetes 8/2/08
Saturday, August 2, 2008
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Merritt Pavilion
Cafeteria Annex A
350 Hawthorne Avenue
Oakland, CA
Call (510) 869-6737 to reserve a space.
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Do You Suffer From Irregular Heartbeat? 8/7/08
Thursday, August 8, 2008
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Samuel Merritt College
Health Education Center
Bechtel Hall
400 Hawthorne Avenue
Oakland, CA
Call (510) 869-6737 to reserve a space.
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Discount Memberships in an Independent Gym Program
Gym Location:
Outpatient Physical Therapy Clinic
5700 Telegraph Avenue
Oakland, CA
Call (510) 869-6737 for details.
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Discounts from Local Merchants
In Oakland:
Franklin Brown Optical
10% off eyewear
411 30th Street
Phone: (510) 836-2353
Phoenix Optical
10% off eyewear
5519 College Avenue
Phone: (510) 841-4177
A Lady's Touch
This shop provides natural products
for post-breast surgery needs.
15% off conventional bras, swim forms
and suits, wigs, hairpieces, scarves
and turbans.
3232 Elm Street
By Appointment only: (510) 655-4547
Or
612 D Street, San Rafael
By Appointment only: (415) 454-6058
Please identify yourself as a Health Access
member when making your appointment.
In Berkeley:
The Precision Vision
50% off frames with purchase of frames and lenses.
2120 Shattuck AvenueDiscounts from Alta Bates Summit
20% off undiscounted prescription and over the counter items.
3100 Telegraph Avenue
Suite 1100
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 $5.00.
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 (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 Emergency Response Service
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
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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