Classes & Support Groups

A new diagnosis can create a swirl of emotions and plenty of questions, whether you’re the patient, a caregiver, or a family member.

At the Ayer Neuroscience Institute, we provide resources that empower you with knowledge and support. Below, you’ll find resources --from webinars with experts to support groups with other patients and family members --to help answer your questions about diet, exercise, how to manage symptoms, and calm any fears.

We also offer classes to educate patients on the latest advances in minimally-invasive and robotic-assisted procedures so that you feel comfortable before undergoing treatment.


  • Free
    Wednesday, Oct 29, 2025, 12:00PM - 1:00PM

    Webinar: Reclaim your life from back pain

    Join us in a FREE webinar to learn more about reclaiming your life from back pain. Board-certified neurosurgeon, Dr. Vijay Yanamadala, of [...]

    St Vincent's Medical Center - Webinar
  • Free
    Wednesday, Oct 29, 2025, 5:30PM - 6:30PM

    Webinar: Solutions for back pain relief

    Join us for a FREE webinar to learn more about solutions for back pain relief. Hartford HealthCare Ayer Neuroscience Institute [...]

    Hartford Hospital
  • Free
    Tuesday, Nov 04, 2025, 1:00PM - 2:00PM

    Spine Surgery Pre-Op Class - Backus/Windham Hospital

    This class is designed to educate patients having spine surgery at Windham & Backus Hospital and their support person to prepare you for [...]

    Backus Medical Office Building - Conference Room 130
  • Free
    Tuesday, Nov 04, 2025, 4:00PM - 5:00PM

    Webinar: Treatment Options for Severe Back Pain

    Join us in a FREE webinar to learn more about treatment options for severe back pain. Neurosurgeon and spine surgeon, Dr. Bernardo De [...]

    Backus Hospital
  • Free
    Wednesday, Nov 05, 2025, 1:30PM - 3:00PM

    Spine Pre-Operative Education Class for St. Vincent's Medical Center

    This class is for patients who will undergo spine surgery at Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute at St. Vincent's Medical Center, providing [...]

    St Vincent's Medical Center - Hawley Conf. Center 3A
  • Free
    Wednesday, Nov 05, 2025, 6:30PM - 7:30PM

    Webinar: Advancements in Spine Surgery

    In this FREE webinar, join Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute at St. Vincent's Medical Center board certified orthopaedic spine surgeon, Dr. [...]

    St Vincent's Medical Center - Webinar
  • Free
    Tuesday, Nov 11, 2025, 5:00PM - 6:00PM

    Webinar: Understanding lower back pain

    Join us in a FREE webinar to learn more about understanding lower back pain. Neurosurgeon at the Hartford HealthCare Ayer Neuroscience [...]

    St Vincent's Medical Center - Webinar
  • Free
    Thursday, Nov 13, 2025, 5:30PM - 6:30PM

    Webinar: Minimally invasive treatment options for back & neck pain

    Join us for a FREE webinar to learn more about minimally invasive treatment options for back and neck pain. Board certified neurosurgeon, [...]

    Hartford Hospital
  • Free
    Thursday, Nov 20, 2025, 10:15AM - 10:45AM

    On Site: Yoga for Mental Health

    Join Andrew Carazza, certified yoga instructor, as he guides you through each mindful session. Yoga is a gentle and restorative practice [...]

    Hartford Hospital - Institute of Living - Commons Bldg
  • Free
    Wednesday, Nov 26, 2025, 10:00AM - 11:30AM

    Spine Pre-Operative Education Class for MidState Medical Center

    This class is for patients who will undergo spine surgery at Connecticut Orthopaedic Institute at MidState Medical Center, providing [...]

    Midstate Medical Center (Conference Rooms 2&3)

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