Coffee with a Doc
Friday, August 14, 2026
8:30 am - 9:30 am
Location
About this event
Grab a coffee and join the conversation. Coffee with a Doc brings trusted healthcare professionals into the community to talk about important health topics, answer your questions, and help you feel more confident about your health — coffee’s on us.Featured Speaker for October 10
Dr. Cassandra Lacher, DO, MHA
Specialty: Oncology/Hematology
Join Dr. Cassandra Lacher, with the Riverside Cancer Institute, for a casual conversation about preventive screenings and risk factors related to breast cancer. Learn who should be screened, when to start, and how to choose the screening option that's right for you.
Coffee with a Doc is a free community education series that brings Riverside Healthcare providers out of the clinic and into the community — one cup of coffee at a time. Hosted at a local coffee shop, each session features a Riverside healthcare professional leading an approachable conversation on an important health topic, followed by open Q&A. It’s a chance to learn directly from trusted experts, ask questions in a relaxed setting, and feel more confident about your health — all while enjoying a free coffee on us.
This series is designed to make health education more accessible, comfortable, and personal. Whether you’re curious about a specific condition, navigating a new diagnosis, or simply want reliable information, Coffee with a Doc creates space for real conversations with the providers who care for our community every day.
Upcoming topics include:
- October: Breast Cancer
- November: Sports Medicine
- December: Family Coping Skills
Each session is tailored to offer practical insights you can use in your everyday life. No medical background required — just curiosity and a willingness to ask questions.
Location:
Connect Roasters
141 S. Main Street
Bourbonnais, Illinois 60914
Registration is encouraged, as space is limited. Each registered attendee will receive a complimentary coffee drink to enjoy during the talk.