Florida doctor to lecture on Islam and medicine

4/16/2005

The Islamic Center of Greater Toledo, 25877 Scheider Rd., Perrysburg Township, will host a dinner lecture by Dr. Hussainuddin Nagamia, of the University of South Florida, at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, on the topic, "Contributions of Islamic Civilization to Western Medicine." Reservations are required by calling the center, 419-874-3500.

The doctor also will give a talk for medical professionals, therapists, and social workers at 8 a.m. Friday to discuss appropriate care for Muslim patients. Reservations are required by calling Promedica Health Systems, 419-291-4650.