MEDICAL WELLNESS GUIDE 2017
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Center for Spine & Orthopedics Centura Health The Golden Stethoscope Crossroads Senior Living Mountain Vista Senior Living Community Villagio Senior Living Physical Therapy Specialists Premier Physical Therapy Colorado Crisis Services Gardens on Quail Rehabilitation/Assisted Living Vital Hearing Northglenn Heights Assisted Living Compassionate Senior Guidance AllHealth Network Swedish Medical Center Swedish Medical Center Swedish Medical Center Swedish Medical Center Lakewood Memory Care Ralston Creek Senior Living Refresh Snoring & Sleep Apnea Center Castle Rock Foot & Ankle Care Meadows Orthodontics UC Health UC Health Highlands Ranch Smiles Dental Golden Pond Retirement Community OnPoint Urgent Care Aurora Denver Cardiology Associates
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Platelet-rich Plasma Therapy: Does It Work? Platelet-rich Plasma (PRP) therapy is a relatively new way to treat a variety of musculoskeletal injuries. The process involves taking your body’s own natural healing cells, the platelets, out of the body via a blood sample, concentrating them by centrifugation, and then injecting them back into the body at the injury site to induce a naturally occurring healing response.
Platelets are kind of like a group of construction workers. When a tear or cut in tissue occurs, the platelets work to create a scaffold, bringing those tissues back together and creating collagen and scar tissue to heal the torn and damaged tissue.
Platelets are kind of like a group of construction workers. When a tear or cut in tissue occurs, the platelets work to create a scaffold, bringing those tissues back together and creating collagen and scar tissue to heal the torn and damaged tissue. Additionally, they release a variety of growth factors and anti-inflammatory cytokines to help induce this healing response and fix the painful problem. Unlike traditional anti-inflammatory medications, which merely mask the symptoms, PRP offers the opportunity for real healing to occur and problems to be fixed. Tendon, ligament and joint injuries are the most common conditions that are being successfully treated with PRP, particularly tennis elbow, plantar fasciitis, knee osteoarthritis and rotator cuff tears. Additionally, there is evidence to support PRP’s use in back pain caused by a torn disc.
Is PRP Effective? Research regarding PRP’s effectiveness shows a wide variety of findings. However, the latest studies on a newer form of PRP known as leukocyte-poor PRP show that PRP seems to be more effective than traditional cortisone shots in reducing
pain and improving function. I use leukocyte-poor PRP in my practice because the studies show better evidence of its effectiveness. Leukocytes are known to have metalloproteinases in them, which are thought to degrade tissue and cause damage. The results my patients have had with PRP have been promising. Most of my patients that have had a PRP injection have had some improvement in their pain and function if not complete resolution.
Administering PRP Therapy At the Center for Spine and Orthopedics, we administer PRP very precisely using image guidance with an ultrasound or in the case of disc pain, with fluoroscopy to ensure that the PRP gets to the exact site of injury. Typically, only one PRP injection is necessary to be effective. Occasionally, booster shots are required, often depending on whether you re-injure your tissue. It is kind of like fixing a flat tire on your bike. You may be able to fix it and ride another 5,000 miles or you might run over another nail and need another repair. Generally, it can take up to six or eight
weeks to know how effective a single PRP injection has been. The length of time varies depending on how quickly an individual heals. I recommend PRP as an option when discussing nearly any musculoskeletal pain complaint with my patients, particularly when traditional treatment options have failed or are otherwise not indicated. —Matthew McAuliffe, MD (Note: Dr. Matthew McAuliffe is a boardcertified physiatrist at the Center for Spine and Orthopedics in Thornton. Prior to joining the center in January, Dr. McAuliffe completed a fellowship in Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine at the prestigious Bodor Clinic in Napa, CA. He specializes in diagnosing and treating complex problems using a wide array of non-surgical procedures, such as regenerative medicine, including PRP. To learn more about PRP, attend Dr. McAuliffe’s lecture on osteoarthritis and pain relief from 1-2 p.m. on May 2 at the Thornton Senior Center. To reserve a seat, call 303-255-7850.
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When it comes to your heart, you want only the very best Not just for you, but for the ones you care about and who depend on you.
Every day steps to prevent heart disease
Centura Health Heart and Vascular Network can help, with information on how to keep your heart at its best, like how to eat healthier, tips to keep you moving and exercising your heart muscle, screening tools to check out your risk of heart disease, physicians and other providers that can help you stay on track and improve your health.
No matter what your age, whether you’re 20 or 60, you can make lifestyle choices that will lower your risk of heart disease and prevent heart attack and stroke. The following healthy habits and choices can be part of your everyday health habits that keep your heart healthy and lower your risk of heart disease.
Take into account the following statistics and numbers of people and families impacted each year by deaths caused by heart disease, heart attack and stroke. The key to not being a statistic is prevention: • Approximately 600,000 people in the US die from heart disease every year • Every year about 935,000 people in the US have heart attacks • Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in the US
Know your numbers. It’s important to know your blood pressure and cholesterol numbers, as high blood pressure and/or high cholesterol can be a key indicator of impending heart disease, heart attack or stroke. Regular checkups and having blood pressure and cholesterol screenings will help you and your doctor determine if you need to make changes to lower your numbers and lower your risk. The first step is making an appointment with your primary care doctor to talk about your heart. Eating for health. Your nutrition choices matter and can impact many factors that lead to heart disease including blood pressure, cholesterol and weight. Eating heart healthy is really fairly simple and involves making choices to eat a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, whole-grains
and low-fat, lean meats. Need some help? Centura offers low cost nutrition counseling with a registered dietitian.
go for a bike ride, take the dog for a walk or jog, swim or do water aerobics at the local rec center.
Exercise can be fun. According to the American Heart Association, 30 minutes of physical activity on 5 or more days a week helps lower blood pressure, cholesterol and keeps your weight down. You don’t have to go to a gym to exercise and move. No matter what your age or ability, there are all kinds of ways you can incorporate physical activity and movement into your everyday lifestyle -- walk to school with your kids, take the stairs instead of the elevator, choose a parking spot at the end of the parking lot,
Kick it! Smoking not only increases your risk of heart attack and stroke, but also significantly reduces your ability to recover from a cardiac event or stroke when one occurs. Make the choice to quit and along with a long list of other health benefits, you cut your risk of heart disease in half. We know quitting is hard, so if you’re ready to quit there are a number of support programs available. Learn more about our smoking cessation program or find more help from the American Heart Association quit smoking resource.
Learn more and find a location near you at MyHeartHealthMatters.org • • • • • • • •
Avista Adventist Hospital Castle Rock Adventist Hospital Centura Health Neighborhoods Centura Health Physician Group Littleton Adventist Hospital Longmont United Hospital Mercy Regional Medical Center Parker Adventist Hospital
• Penrose-St. Francis Health Services • Porter Adventist Hospital • St. Anthony Hospital • St. Anthony North Health Campus • St. Anthony Summit Medical Center • St. Mary-Corwin Medical Center • St. Thomas More Hospital
We’re wherever your heart takes you. When it comes to your heart, we’re everywhere you are. With lifesaving technologies and award-winning care, know you’re always covered. Plus, you can count on the Centura Health Heart and Vascular Network for everything–from prevention to diagnosis and treatment to rehabilitation. Find a location near you and find out your risk for heart disease at MyHeartHealthMatters.org.
Centura Health does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, religion, creed, ancestry, sexual orientation, and marital status in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. For further information about this policy contact Centura Health’s Office of the General Counsel at 303-804-8166. Copyright © Centura Health, 2017
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Experience a New Kind of Medicine At The Golden Stethoscope you’ll find something a little bit different-- a doctor’s office where the patient comes first. We are primary care doctors boarded in Internal Medicine who see adults 18 and over. Q: What is different about your practice? Dr. W: We are doctors who want to provide outstanding medical care and really know our patients personally. Our goal is to create the best medical experience our clients have ever had. We want to help give you the tools and support to meet your goals in a way that works for you. To offer this outstanding medical experience, we operate in a system called Direct Primary Care. You may have heard of Concierge or Boutique medicine. We think of Direct Primary Care as Concierge medicine with a much more affordable price tag.
Q: Why should I join The Golden Stethoscope?
Q: This sounds great. How much does it cost?
Dr. W: We have a lot of perks over a standard doctor’s office • Longer visits with your doctor
Dr. W: Our monthly fee is less than most cell phone bills. We give discounts for people living in the same household and for paying a year of membership up front.
• Working with you to meet your goals on your time
Q: Where can I find out more?
• No waiting for the doctor
Q: You say this is an “outstanding medical experience”. What does that mean? Dr. W: At The Golden Stethoscope, we are all about our clients. We constantly strive at to make the experience in our office the best you have ever had. If we can change things to do better, we are eager to hear how and learn more.
Q: Do you accept insurance? Dr. W: We work with most insurance for laboratory testing, radiology studies and to see specialists. We don’t bill insurance for services in our clinic.
• No copays per visit • Same day or next day visits for urgent issues • Access to your doctor nearly all the time • Conversation with your doctor in the way you prefer: in-office visits, phone calls, text messages, emails, virtual visits
Dr. W: We love to meet prospective clients in our office. We offer a complimentary consultation to meet the doctor and find out if The Golden Stethoscope is right for you. We have a lot of information at www.thegoldenstethoscope.com. Also, feel free to call the practice directly at 720-841-3948.
• Low cost laboratory testing • Wholesale priced medications dispensed from the doctor’s office • Discounted cash prices for x-rays, MRIs, CT scans
Questions answered by Dr. Amber Wobbekind, MD, MHP
Experience a new kind of medicine where the patient comes first! • No more waiting to see the doctor • First class patient doctor experience • Phone, text, or email your doctor at any time
720.841.3948
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Care Matters!
Northglenn’s Only Non-Profit Assisted Living From simple basics to complete assisted living, we provide a resident focused care program to fit your needs and preferences. It’s not just a home, it’s YOUR HOME!
CROSSROADS SENIOR LIVING is Northglenn’s only non-profit community. It was established 18 years ago with the goal of providing exceptional care for seniors and opportunities for charitable purposes. Crossroads is proud of its’ continual contributions to help make the world a better place. It is solely dedicated to caring for each resident through a resident focused program that encompasses many life enriching and holistic activities, thus fostering a thriving lifestyle.
When providing care for your loved one, experienced and well trained staff is what matters most. Crossroads Assisted Living at Northglenn excels in our field, serving our residents with progressive, innovative and compassionate health care services. We have two of the top medical providers that care for our residents and we provide a lifestyle that celebrates resident independence while providing compassionate and thoughtful care.
When you visit Crossroads, you will experience an ambience of warmth, friendliness and engagement among both resident and staff in a home-like setting. Crossroads is committed to providing great value at attractive pricing.
Crossroads also boasts an unmatched senior health and wellness program! It encompasses all wellness and lifestyle amenities specifically designed to peak our residents’ awareness and engagement in the physical, social, intellectual, spiritual, musical, nutritional and recreational arenas. Imagine just a sampling of weekly activities that provide our residents with thriving lifestyles: balance & strength conditioning, wii bowling, ice cream social, card games, newscurrents, word searches, documentaries, live music entertainment, bingo (yes!!), outings to cultural events, shopping and restaurant-style dining providing healthwise nutritious home cooking.
Care matters! And our reputation of providing great care is well-known in the community!
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A seamless coordination of care is imperative for effective medication management. To eliminate potential adverse medication errors, Crossroads is one of the first assisted living organizations that has implemented a state of the art medication management software system that helps reduce duplications and otherwise common medication errors. The positive outcomes Crossroads has achieved is significant and we have experienced a resounding applause from our residents!
Mountain Vista Assisted Living and Memory Care cater to individual needs Whether it’s lending a hand or gently taking one’s hand, helping another individual feel comfortable and independent means responding in a way that best fits the person’s needs and capabilities.
Assisted Living The Mountain Vista Assisted Living program is specifically designed to accommodate seniors looking for a little professional help with daily chores that may have become challenging. Perhaps managing daily medications accurately and consistently has become a concern. Or has bathing become an issue of safety for you or a loved one? At Mountain Vista we can provide a custom program designed to meet your individual needs with support from staff, available 24 hours a day. Each of our beautiful assisted living apartments features a fully tiled bath with walk-in shower, and include a tea kitchen, refrigerator, living room and separate bedroom. These lovely homes also offer the best in smart design for managing any needed adaptive equipment. All residents in the assisted living can participate in activities offered throughout the campus, such as
watching a movie in the theatre, working on a project in the great room or attending wellness classes. We also offer spiritual care and music programs. Dining in our in assisted living is another important and enjoyable experience where residents receive three meals a day from our ever changing menu.
Memory Care At Mountain Vista we also provide a complete memory care program. The memory care suites are just a short walk from the assisted living and make it easy for couples to remain close together while still meeting their medical needs. All of this is available on our beautiful 15-acre campus with easy access, just off Interstate 70 and Ward Road in Wheat Ridge. If you have been wondering about your choices, wait no longer. Set up a tour, and find out for yourself why so many seniors are choosing Mountain Vista Senior Living Community, visit mountainvista.net. Or call 303-421-4161 and ask how you can save up to $2500 your first month!
We invite you to visit and tour Crossroads, one of the most well established, desirable and sought after communities with a reputation of excellence in the community!
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Ken McKenzie owned and managed a successful P.T clinic in Louisiana for 12 years. In July 2014 he moved his family to Colorado to live near the beautiful Colorado Mountains. He is very excited to now offer his exceptional PT services in Colorado. As a former All American tennis play he understands the needs and desire of athletes to rehab and recover quickly from their injuries. Whether you have suffered an injury, fall, stroke, or generalized pain or weakness, our goal at Premier Physical Therapy is to return you to your optimal function.
Don’t Know Where To Start? Start Here Feeling blue? Need someone to talk to? Overrun with anxiety? Need immediate, confidential care? We’re listening. Call 1.844.493.TALK (8255) or Text TALK to 38255. Visit one of our six walk-in centers anytime for immediate crisis care. We provide clinicians and peer support for you. A crisis is defined by you and we’re here to help you through it. Brought to you by CommunityCrisisConnection.org
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Quality Care, Respect & Love Gardens on Quail is a Medicare/CMSranked 5-Star locally owned community that provides a unique solution to those looking for short-term inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation, long-term care, or memory care and assisted living. We offer a long list of amenities, such as 24-hour nursing care, a medical director, a full-time social worker, thoughtfully prepared meals, and beautiful accommodations — all in a state-of-the art community designed
to give residents the best possible quality of life. We highly recommend that you take the opportunity to visit our firstclass community. While we are proud of the beautiful building and the extras we offer, it is the professional staff providing compassionate care that sets Gardens on Quail apart. Please contact 303-456-1500 to schedule a tour, or Drop by anytime. 6447 Quail Street Arvada 80005
Better Hearing for a Healthier Brain and a Happier Life Our mission: To provide consistent, compassionate, and personalized hearing healthcare.
cutting edge technology, education, and follow-up care.
Our promise: To provide a comprehensive communication solution. While hearing aids are one aspect of treating hearing loss and tinnitus, we feel there’s more to it. Our unique approach includes a program which provides our patients with the tools necessary to fully support their hearing needs. This program focuses on the patient’s communication challenges, and working together, we find the solutions for those challenges through the use of
Our provider: Robin Donnelly graduated summa cum laude from Metropolitan State Robin Donnelly, University in 2006 B.A., BC-HIS and continued her studies in speech and hearing sciences through the University of Colorado. She is Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences.
Better Hearing For a Healthier Brain and a Happier Life! Independent Hearing Services for the Colorado Front Range and Foothills • Hearing Evaluations • Hearing Aids • Tinnitus Solutions
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Vital Hearing Call 303-947-9887 to schedule your 200 Union Blvd. Suite 200 FREE hearing consultation or visit our Lakewood, CO 80228 website at www.vitalhearing.com
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Planning for Aging Do you know a senior, or are you a senior, that has experienced a life change such as the death of a spouse, change in medical condition, or financial shift? Change can be difficult, but by taking the time to do a complete assessment, research and create options, and prepare an action plan, a smooth transition can be achieved. Start the process with an assessment of the senior’s current situation and a projection of future needs and goals. The assessment should include looking at 5 major areas: Financial, Insurance, Medical, Legal and Housing. 1. Financial - Creating a budget to include the senior’s expenses and income will show how their money is flowing. Additionally, compiling information about assets and liabilities is critical to long-term planning. 2. Insurance – Reviewing insurance policies such as life, long-term care, health and Medicare is important. Ask for assistance so that the senior is clear how the insurance benefits will impact future decisions about care. 3. Medical - A complete understanding of the senior’s medical conditions is critical to long-term planning. Additional information may be needed from the
senior’s doctors to complete this part of the process. 4. Legal – Review all legal documents to see if all pertinent documents are there, are still all up to date, and reflect the current wishes of the senior. A consultation with an attorney may be needed.
Are you overwhelmed with caring for a loved one? Are you unsure what help a senior family member needs? do you feel you don’t know where to turn for options?
5. Housing – Some things to review are: Can the senior remain where they are long term? What is needed help the senior remain there and/or what are the options if the senior were to move?
Compassionate Senior Guidance
Once the assessment is completed, the next step is to project future needs and determine the senior’s goal for aging. When this information has been obtained, it is time to move forward researching options and preparing an action plan. Having someone to support you through this process, assist with gathering information, and help guide important conversations, can help things go more smoothly.
From assessing a senior’s situation, needs & goals, to researching & developing options, we are there to help create an action plan for the senior and their family.
We can help guide you through the assessment and planning process to make the transition easier. Contact Becky today at Compassionate Senior Guidance for your Free Initial Consultation 303-9812815 or becky@compassionateseniorguidance.com.
provides thoughtful and compassionate guidance to seniors and their families during times of transition.
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AllHealth Network - Live Better We all have challenges and stress. AllHealth Network is here for the larger and smaller pressures as well as the emotions of modern life. For many of life’s hurdles, 4 – 6 weekly sessions will help you learn tools and strategies that keep you on track and help you live better. For more than 61 years AllHealth Network has been focused on community health and wellness by providing a full spectrum of behavioral healthcare to children, adults and older adults, families and couples. AllHealth Network provides expert counseling, psychiatry and crisis
services among many other offerings. The National Institute of Mental Health reports that about 1 in 4 Coloradoans will experience a mental health issue this year. To address this community need, AllHealth Network offers personalized services to help every person that walks in the door.
Some of the more common reasons individuals and families seek treatment come as the result of encountering stress with work, family, life transitions, depression or other situations. What sets AllHealth Network apart from others is offering expertise in a wide array of services to address health needs, including routine counseling, child and family therapy, substance use treatment, crisis care, elderly services, individual and group therapy services, care coordination and pharmacy services. In addition, client care is coordinated within the network so therapists communicate with a psychiatrist or other services whenever needed. AllHealth Network’s care philosophy is client-centered, and community focused with a commitment to providing the best and most accessible care for clients. Each
client works with their care provider to jointly identify achievable health goals.
services clients can find the best treatment option for their personal needs.
Knowing that every client has options on where to go for services, AllHealth Network strives to be the provider of choice by building teams of the foremost experts in behavioral health services and by providing evidence-based therapies
AllHealth Network is a non-profit healthcare organization that clients can count on for the highest-quality services available. The network is not driven by profits, but is instead solely driven to serve our clients goals and well-being.
“I learned so many ways of dealing, coping and thriving. I got different perspectives from staff members that helped me find a new perspective.” –AllHealth Network Client
AllHealth Network accepts both public and private insurance. The network’s acceptance of most private insurance allows clients to save on costs and maintain the same providers even when they change insurance companies. Service locations are focused in Arapahoe and Douglas Counties, but the network accepts clients from anywhere and strives to deliver the highest-quality individualized care that every client deserves. Call to schedule an appointment or to learn more about services: AllHealth Network
that work. These teams include providers with abundant experience in general therapy strategies; as well as, providers who specialize in treatments difficult to find elsewhere. With this wide range of
303-730-8858 www.AllHealthNetwork.org
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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE SERVICES Counseling for All Ages Psychiatry Peer Support Substance Use Treatment Early Childhood Consultation Criminal Justice Services Victim Services Acute Treatment Unit Vocational Rehabilitation School-based Services
Integrated Healthcare Pharmacies Education Programs Crisis Response Crisis Stabilization Care Coordination Care Management Wellness Programs Social Rehabilitation Therapeutic Groups
Information & Appointments 303-730-8858 Emergency & Crisis Information 303-730-3303 www.allhealthnetwork.org
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In The Moment At Lakewood Memory Care, we offer a comforting and supportive environment for residents with memory loss, as well as peace of mind for their families and loved ones. Lakewood Memory Care features the In The Moment® Memory Care Program, a holistic approach designed to meet residents in the moment they are experiencing and engage them kindly and compassionately to guide them through their day.
Our philosophy features the Six Elements of well-being, which address physical engagement, spiritual support, artistic expression, community connections, continuing education, and lifestyle and leisure. Our holistic approach is designed to engage a resident in unlimited ways throughout his or her day. In The Moment is more than a slogan, it is a feeling throughout the community. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Better Living Your Way! At Ralston Creek Senior Living we are setting the standard for personalized independence in a community setting. Our community focus is on your independence so you can enjoy better quality of life - your own way. You choose your own apartment home and have an array of services available right at your door. From social dining and recreation opportunities, to personal care services that assist with daily life, it’s all here. Assisted living at Ralston Creek is designed for seniors who wish to maintain their independent lifestyle, but may need some additional assistance to do so. You have a choice of studio, one and two bedroom apartments with full meal service, planned activities and special events. Our community features the “In the Moment” Memory Support program. A holistic approach designed to meet residents in the moment they are experiencing and engage them kindly and
compassionately as to provide guidance throughout their day. Attentive and courteous staff are always ready and willing to enhance our resident’s wellbeing through physical engagement, spiritual support, lifestyle and leisure, community connection, artistic expression, and continuing education. We invite you to visit us and see the many ways Ralston Creek has made senior living easy and more enjoyable.
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You Might Have Sleep Apnea and Not Know It Did you know that by some estimates, 9 percent of women and 24 percent of men have some form of sleep apnea, but only about 15 – 20 percent have been diagnosed? Once women reach post-menopausal age, their likelihood of having sleep apnea is about the same as men. Even children and infants can have sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is by
far the most common form. The muscles in the tongue and throat relax and close the airway during sleep, preventing oxygen from reaching the brain. The brain sends a signal to the muscles to open, and often the sufferer wakes with a gasp or snort when he or she resumes breathing. This cycle repeats continually throughout the night, preventing the sufferer from getting a good night’s sleep.
Why is Sleep Apnea Often Undiagnosed? Symptoms of OSA (snoring, fatigue, depression, difficulty concentrating, sore throat, dry mouth, headaches) mimic so many other conditions, that it is often overlooked. It also only occurs during sleep, so if you sleep alone, no one may know you snore and gasp throughout the night.
How Can a Custom Dental Appliance Help Snoring and Sleep Apnea? Custom-fitted dental devices have proven to be a successful treatment for many OSA sufferers and snorers. They are less cumbersome and more comfortable than other alternatives such as CPAP or surgery. At Refresh Snoring and Sleep Apnea Center, we can recommend a device that is most appropriate for your individual situation. Our solutions are proven to be effective and are FDA cleared Class II medical devices that have many advantages including: • Insurance: Most medical insurance plans cover dental appliances to treat sleep apnea. At Refresh, we are “in-network” with most insurance companies (including Medicare) and can find out for you if you’re covered. • Comfort: Many patients who have tried traditional treatment and found it too uncomfortable or too cumbersome have found success with oral appliance
therapy. • Fast Results: Most patients grow accustomed to the dental appliance within a few days or weeks and it begins providing relief from sleep disordered breathing immediately. • Portable: Unlike the more cumbersome CPAP device that requires electricity, the oral device fits in a pocket and can be taken
anywhere, making travel much more feasible. • Ease of Use: Patients can drink and talk while wearing the device, unlike some of the other treatment options. • Silent and Less Noticeable: OSA sufferers and their sleep partners are sometimes bothered by the noise and presence of breathing devices like the CPAP.
OSA is not easily detected during a routine physical exam, nor are there any routine tests that would pick it up. In addition, most people with OSA have other medical conditions such as obesity, hypertension, diabetes, dementia, stroke and insomnia, so many doctors focus on those conditions instead, and miss the sleep apnea.
Get a Good Night’s Sleep A custom dental appliance is comfortable. In studies, 88% of patients reported regular use of the appliance. The life expectancy of these type of appliances is 3 to 5 years, and all of our devices have a 3-year warranty against manufacturing defects. Most importantly they are clinically effective. Fifteen independent studies demonstrate the device’s significant clinical benefits and 91% of patients reported improvement in sleep quality.
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Foot and Ankle Specialists If you are looking for a foot & ankle specialist/surgeon in Castle Rock, CO, Castle Rock Foot & Ankle Care will meet all of your needs. Dr. Jessica Herzog, the owner of Castle Rock Foot & Ankle Care, recently expanded the practice to include Dr. Paul Stone. Dr. Stone is an exceptional foot and ankle
surgeon and is a great asset to the community and our patients. Experience a whole different level of care, in a welcoming medical setting. Dr. Jessica Herzog and Dr. Paul Stone strive
to put relationships with patients and the community first when addressing any medical problem.
303.814.1082
Our doctors and staff will welcome you and show you what sets our practice apart from others. We are at the forefront of technology with on-site digital X-Ray and our Ancillary procedures, such as fungal LASER nail treatment, Shockwave therapy, Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections and Amnion treatments. Both doctors have exceptional surgical training and are Board Certified in Foot & Ankle Surgery. As licensed podiatrists in Castle Rock, we believe our patients deserve to have the information needed to make informed choices about their foot and ankle care. Our goal is to educate each patient and begin a relevant treatment program with the highest quality care available. We take pride in providing you with a comfortable office experience. Our qualified staff is friendly and will ensure a pleasant visit. We invite you to call our office with any questions. Please feel free to visit us at www.castlerockfootandankle. com.
Our Doctors are Board Certified & Specialize in Elective & Complex Surgical Procedures
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Making Braces More Affordable 1. The best way to keep costs under control is to have orthodontic treatment only once in your life, and the best way to ensure this is to have it done properly the first time around. Do your homework when choosing an orthodontist! This is the most important part, and it is important to understand that braces are not a commodity. That is, two orthodontists can use the exact same braces, and the patient may end up with radically different results. The orthodontist’s decisions ultimately determine the quality of care that you receive (not the braces or brand of braces). Check the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) website and the orthodontist locator to check if your provider is an orthodontic specialist at mylifemysmile.org. You can then check if the orthodontist is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO) at www.americanboardortho.com/portal/ public/. 2. Take full advantage of Health Savings Accounts (HSA), or Flex Spending plans. These can be set up through your employer’s human resource dept. or through a local bank. The power of using these accounts is that you do not pay taxes from your paycheck for what you put towards braces or invisalign, which could save you well over 20%! Our staff can help you with
proper timing in starting treatment to take full advantage of HSA and Flex benefits. 3. Take full advantage of your dentalorthodontic insurance. We participate with most insurance providers, which means that a large portion of your fees could be covered. Give us a call and we will gladly check on your available benefits. 4. Take advantage of our 0% interest in house financing options. We gladly offer extended monthly payment plans, and since there is no interest and is financed 100% through our practice, this really helps most families. We also offer discounts if you wish to pay in full at the start of treatment. Either way, we will always find a way to make things very comfortable for your family and your lifestyle. 5. We offer discounts for multiple family members, and discuss the various costs for different types of braces, clear braces, and clear aligners. We are also kind to those who serve our country in the Armed Forces, and the police officers and firemen who protect us. Give us a call- you will be surprised how easy it is to get an amazing smile very affordably!
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B AT T L E D OVARIAN CANCER BEFORE SHE W A S L E G A L LY ALLOWED TO DRIVE P E Y TO N L I N A F E LT E R At 16, with courage that defied her age, Peyton went from being one of the youngest ovarian cancer patients to one of the youngest survivors. Learn more at uchealth.org/stories 17-CLIN-1341
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Do You Need Emergency Dental Care? Any trauma to the mouth that may cause bleeding and lacerations to the gums, and dislodge or fracture teeth. By Michelle O. Haynes, DMD It is important to know what kinds of injuries require emergency dental care, so you can make sure that your family’s teeth are taken care of. Accidents can happen at all times of the day or night. Some oral injuries may need immediate treatment, while others can wait until normal business hours. Some common types of mouth injuries include cracked, broken, or knocked out teeth, which can be a result of biting on a piece of food that is too hard, a sports-related injury, a fall,
or any other type of accident. Depending on the severity of the injury and where the tooth is located, it is possible that a chipped tooth or minor fracture can wait for a call to the dentist during normal business hours. However, if the crack is severe, there is a large piece of the tooth missing, or the tooth has nerve damage or is knocked out completely, you should seek immediate attention.
Smiles phone number, 303-327-9240 to your contacts now. This way you will be able to reach Highlands Ranch Smiles as quickly as possible if you are ever having a dental emergency. While we hope you will never need emergency dental care, we want you to know that we will do everything we can to help at our dentist office in Highlands Ranch, CO. Whether you have a lost tooth, a toothache, or another
Be prepared for a dental emergency. Carry contact info for your dental professionals with you at all times and seek treatment as soon as possible to maximize your chances of positive treatment outcomes in the long term
problem, we will make every effort to get you the treatment you need as soon as possible. Again, call 303-327-9240 to reach Highlands Ranch Smiles for help with your dental emergencies. Remember prevention is alway the best measure. Here are some simple precautions you can take to avoid accident and injury to the teeth: • Wear a mouthguard when participating in sports or recreational activities. • Avoid hard candy, all of which can crack a tooth. • Use scissors, NEVER your teeth, to cut things. Remember, what ever the dental sitituation, it is important to see a dentist because if left untreated, a dental emergency can lead to serious complications.
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Where Retirement Living is Quality Living
Golden Pond Retirement Community offers a variety of services to meet the varied lifestyles of our seniors. We offer
Independent Senior apartments, Assisted living apartments and a Secured Memory Care environment. We have an active community life program, restaurant style dining overseen by our Executive Chef, scheduled transportation, onsite therapy services and concierge physician’s services.
We are very excited to announce the completion of the remodel of the memory care unit. The memory care unit consists of 15 private studios which have been recently updated as well; new cabinets, carpet, granite countertops and hard wood flooring in the bathrooms. The community dining and living area provides an open concept with a nice flow from the dining area to the living area. The living area has a warm homelike feel with a fireplace and fish tank that adds to the tranquility of the space. The memory care unit provides daily activities that engage and stimulate our residents. Located in the heart of Golden and nestled near the foothills, Golden Pond offers spectacular views, beautifully maintained grounds, ponds and immediate access to the Golden Trail system which runs along the west side of our community. We have an active and thriving community based on a variety of amenities and levels of service that meet each of the seniors’ needs to provide the highest quality of life. We offer activities and dining options to suit every taste. We encourage social interaction by offering festive holiday
parties, religious services, cultural excursions, exercise programs and more. Residents can also always enjoy the solitude of a quiet book or the beautiful grounds—the choice is theirs. All residents have access to:
comprehensive senior services that suit the needs of each of our residents and their families.
• Transportation and excursions • Beauty salon • Library • Fitness center • Theater room and cable TV • Greenhouse areas Dining at Golden Pond is an experience unto itself, with table service, choice of entrees, and even special accommodation for those with unique dietary restrictions. Our chef-prepared menus include fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables, as well as local favorites. Golden Pond is locally and independently owned. We are proud to be the first and only full-service retirement and assisted living community in Golden, Colorado. Many of our residents come from Golden and the neighboring communities such as Arvada, Lakewood and Evergreen. We are committed to providing housing, personal care, and other
Dedicated staff is available 24 hours a day to assist each resident with their dayto-day activities and care. For assisted living and memory care residents, we offer personalized care services. We offer support when needed, while activity programs encourage continued personal growth and feelings of self-worth. Our beautifully landscaped 7-acre site is conveniently located near downtown Golden on Highway 93. Residents enjoy being close to shopping, medical services, churches, and just minutes away from Denver and neighboring foothills communities.
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Making Educated Healthcare Decisions With so many healthcare options which should I choose? It’s difficult and given that more of the cost of healthcare is being borne by us, the consumer, it’s important that we know our options before we actually need to use them.
the ER rate. What is considered an urgent care visit vs. an ER visit may vary greatly in these facilities so ask for billing specifics before you are taken back. Capabilities will be at the ER level and services are available 24/7.
Primary care offices typically focus on wellness, management of chronic disease and low acuity illness, such as colds or flu. They are usually the least expensive choice and should be first on your list. Everyone should have a pediatrician, family practitioner or internist that they call their own.
Emergency departments play an important role in our communities for many reasons. If you have a concern that you feel may threaten your life, limb or eyesight, an ER is the most appropriate place to go. Free standing ER’s occupy sites in the neighborhoods and are commonly confused with urgent cares. They are NOT. If you see “Emergency” on the building, expect your services and charges to be at the ER level. If you need admission to the hospital to see a specialist or to have surgery, a free standing ER will send you to their hospital.
Urgent care centers are next on the healthcare hit parade. According to the Urgent Care Association of America, “Urgent care is appropriate for acute illness or injury that is not life or limbthreatening.” Centers typically have significantly extended hours when compared with primary care offices and are able to perform some labs, imaging, and procedures. Not all centers have the same capabilities. Read the reviews and call if you have any doubts. If you live in a neighborhood with a “Hybrid ER/Urgent Care” the premise is that they will see typical urgent care visits at the urgent care rate and ER visits at
OnPoint Urgent Care routinely provides many of the same services as an emergency department at a fraction of the cost. A recent BCBS study showed that an urgent care visit averages 10% of the cost of an emergency room for the same treatment. Ask before you go. Chances are if you are able to do the research and make the call, your condition may not warrant a trip to the ED.
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The 15-Minute Scan That Assesses Your Risk for Heart Disease Heart disease is the top killer among men and women, and a low-cost 15-minute coronary calcium scan can provide quick, easy-to-understand results that can help determine yours or a loved one’s risk for having a heart attack.
This test only costs $79 and is available at The Medical Center of Aurora, Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center, Sky Ridge Medical Center and Centennial Medical Plaza.
The scan is a non-invasive imaging test that, beyond typical risk factors like cholesterol and family history, many cardiologists view as one of the best available tests for measuring cardiac risk.
You know your body better than anyone else, and if you’re concerned about your risk for heart disease, taking 15 minutes to find out may end up being worth years of your life.
Quick, Painless, Effective Coronary calcium scans aren’t necessarily well known as a predictor for measuring cardiac risk. Quite simply, a coronary calcium scan measures the amount of calcification in your arteries. When cholesterol and fat build up in your arteries, you’re at an increased risk for a heart attack. Where there’s more cholesterol, there’s more calcium; and this scan helps us visualize exactly how much calcium is currently in your arteries. The scan is one of the easiest tests you can undergo. We tape electrodes to your chest, place you in an imaging machine (like an MRI machine) and have you hold your breath for a few seconds while pictures are taken. After 10-15 minutes, you’re out the door and receive your results within 48 hours.
Helping You Make the Right Changes Every patient receives a coronary calcium score and percentile based on age and sex – the higher the score, the higher the risk. After we receive the score, I’ll go through the easy-to-follow tables and pictures of the heart arteries with each patient to determine next steps. Patients with higher scores are often nervous about being at increased risk for a heart attack. While a higher score does mean increased risk, we can work together to make sure that increased risk doesn’t turn into a heart attack. Lifestyle changes like proper diet, exercise, smoking cessation and control of blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugars are all a great place to start. Depending on each patient’s case, I may also recommend medications like aspirin and statins. Preventing heart disease is the same at any age, and keeping your body healthy
does wonders for your heart. This includes getting 30 minutes of exercise, not smoking, limiting alcohol and avoiding a high fat diet.
Stay Proactive About Your Heart Health The old cliché rings true – a picture is worth a thousand words. Whether a motivating factor for those with higher scores or a visual reassurance of a healthy lifestyle for those with lower scores, a coronary calcium scan is a great way for patients to see their risk for heart disease. People who haven’t had coronary artery disease (i.e. stents, bypass surgery) are prime candidates for a coronary calcium scan. Those with strong family histories of cardiac disease, obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension are also great candidates, as are men over 45 and women over 55.
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