LEWISTON — “Go with the Flow: Valvular Heart Disease” will be subject of a presentation by cardiologist Michael Lemieux, M.D., on Saturday, Feb. 6.

Lemieux will explain how the heart’s valves regulate blood flow, focusing on what implications a valve problem can have for heart health. He will talk about the different types of valvular heart disease and available treatments.

He will make his presentation in both English and French at Willy Beans Bistro and Café, 70 Lincoln S. The French presentation will begin at 11:30 a.m. and conclude about 12:30 p.m. The English presentation will begin at 1 p.m.

The presentation is being offered at no charge.

Prior to beginning his work with Central Maine Heart Associates in 2008, Lemieux worked for several years with Northeast Cardiology Associates in Waterville. His professional experience also includes work as a private practitioner in the Lewiston-Auburn area.

A Lewiston native, he graduated summa cum laude from St. Francis College in Biddeford. He also studied at the University of Southern Maine in Portland and earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University of Medicine in New Orleans.

He served an internship and residency in internal medicine at Worcester Memorial Hospital in Worcester, Mass., where he received the Chief of Medicine Award for outstanding excellence in medical education and patient care. He completed a fellowship in cardiology at Maine Medical Center in Portland.

Lemieux is certified in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology.

Those interested in attending the program are urged to register in advance by calling 795-8448 or e-mailing [email protected]

Interpreter services are available upon advance request.