Classes and Events

Some classes and events have been placed on hold or are being held virtually due to COVID-19 restrictions; please reach out to the contact listed to confirm details for each activity.


Emory Johns Creek Hospital offers a variety of community events, classes, and support groups.

Heart Ready CPR Class

The Johns Creek Fire Department offers free CPR certification courses.

Diabetes Education

Diabetes education classes are held virtually for all participants.

Metastatic Education Cancer Support Group

Our Metastatic Breast Cancer Support Group meets virtually on the third Wednesday of the month from 6-7pm via Zoom. The sessions offer helpful coping skills and strategies to help you through your experience. You’ll also hear presentations by health, nutrition, fitness, and legal experts. RSVP required, please contact Joy McCall, LCSW, at 404-938-0918 or via email at joy.mccall@emoryhealthcare.org to obtain the Zoom details.

Bariatric Support Group

The Bariatric Support Group is free and open to both pre-and post-operative patients, including patients having surgery from other hospitals and centers. No registration is required to attend. The group meets at the following times:

  • 1st Saturday of the month at 9:30am (virtual)
  • 1st Monday of the month at 6:30pm (in person at EJCH)
  • 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm (virtual)

Zoom Information

To join the virtual meetings, use the following Zoom information:

Bariatric Support Group Flyer

For more information, call Dr. Zach Grunewald at 678-474-8420 or email zachary.grunewald@emoryhealthcare.org

Online Childbirth Preparation - Emory Decatur Hospital/Emory Johns Creek Hospital

Held on the 3rd Saturday of the month at 9:00 am.

This Zoom class, taken in the comfort of your home, is designed to empower you with knowledge of the birthing process including information on late pregnancy, the labor process, comfort techniques, medical interventions, C-sections, newborns, and postpartum care. Class materials will be mailed to your home and emailed to you. You will receive the Zoom meeting ID number via email 1 to 2 days prior to the class so that you can access the video chat. The fee for this class is $50; check upcoming dates and register online.

Online Breastfeeding - Emory Johns Creek Hospital

Held on the 2nd Monday of the month from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm.

All Mother-Baby classes are now being offered online in order to respect social distancing. Our Breastfeeding classes will be held via Zoom and require pre-registration. You will receive the Zoom meeting ID number via email 1 to 2 days prior to the class so that you can access the video chat. A booklet will also be mailed to the address you provide during registration. The fee for this class is $25; check upcoming dates and register online.

Stroke Support Group

A virtual support group, held by Emory Rehabilitation Hospital, in partnership with Select Medical Stroke Survivors’ Club, every 4th Thursday from 11:00am – 12:00pm. The November meeting will be held on the 3rd Thursday and there is no meeting in December. For any questions or to be put on the email list, please call Sherrill Rucker-Peoples at (404) 712-5512 or email Sherrill.ruckerpeoples@emoryhealthcare.org for a Zoom invite.

Total Joint Replacement Class

Held on Mondays (in person at EJCH) and Thursdays (Zoom only) from 11:00 am – 12:30pm.

The Total Joint Replacement class prepares patients for upcoming hip and knee surgeries. Education is provided regarding pre-operative, hospital, and post-operative experiences, along with patient expectations. Surgeon preferences are also discussed to be sure that there are no surprises for the patient or the physician. This class is taught by the Orthopedic Coordinator / Nurse Navigator.

For questions, please contact:
Kim Mincey: kimberly.m.mincey@emoryhealthcare.org or 678-474-8104
Adrienne Harris: adrienne.harris@emoryhealthcare.org or 678-768-3754

No sign up is required for this class

Zoom Information: Join the meeting on Zoom.us/join by entering Meeting ID 92555786906

Treehouse Gang Support Group

Emory Winship Cancer Institute is offering an online support group for children of parents with cancer, facilitated by licensed social workers at our Emory Decatur Hospital location. Please RSVP to nikita.burke@emoryhealthcare.org or call (404) 501-3742 to get more information and join the waitlist.

For questions or to register for a class, please call 404-778-7777.

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