Renowned surgeon, author, public health researcher and Athens, Ohio, native Atul Gawande, M.D. has won widespread recognition for transforming the national conversation on aging and end-of-life choices. On Monday, Sept. 25, people from the Athens area will have a chance to hear him speak on the importance of community and choice in the lives of seniors, via a nationally-broadcast webinar. This event is free of charge and open to the public.

The webinar takes place from 5 to 6 p.m. An informal discussion from 6 to 7 p.m. is being planned after the webinar in the lobby of Irvine Hall. Light refreshments will be served.

Parking is available at no cost after 5 p.m. in any lot around the Convocation Center. Also, a free shuttle between ACEnet parking (94 Columbus Rd.) and Irvine Hall on the OU campus (4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.) will be sponsored by Interim HealthCare.

Please be aware that this is a streaming broadcast emanating from Boston. No copies will be available for later viewing, and no other locations will receive this broadcast in Athens. Dr. Gawande will address ONLY questions submitted in advance to BHV15th@beaconhillvillage.org.