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A Homecoming >>

Dr. Brent Taylor brings excellence back home Family, friends and the communities of north Atlanta are celebrating as Dr. Brent Taylor and his family have returned home to where they grew up and are starting a first-class dermatology, Mohs surgery and vein care practice.

Brent grew up in Roswell and attended Marist School where he was valedictorian. His wife Ashley was born and raised in Alpharetta and graduated from Milton High School. Together the Taylors are raising two rambunctious boys, Beckett 3, and Gavin 1.

After completing twelve years of higher education, Dr. Taylor and his family explored life in Florida. He practiced as the Mohs surgeon at University of Florida in Gainesville and worked in the busiest private practice in Jacksonville, Florida. The desire to be with family and friends drew Dr. Taylor and his family home to north Atlanta. They

are opening a practice in Alpharetta to serve the community that has for so long supported them.

Dr. Taylor’s resume is impressive to say the least. He graduated from Harvard College in 3 years and attended Vanderbilt School of Medicine on a full, merit-based scholarship. He received his first choices for post-graduate training and was able to work with renowned Mohs surgeons during both his residency at the Medical University of South Carolina and during his ACGME accredited fellowship in procedural dermatology at Scripps Clinic in La Jolla, California. He is double-boarded, board certified in dermatology and certified by the Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine in vein care.

He is one of the first Mohs surgeons in Georgia to offer true Mohs surgery for melanoma with in-office specialized stains to detect cancer cells and

maximize a patient’s chance of cure.

Melanoma patients are treated and, in most cases, repaired within a single day. Generally, no outside pathology is needed.

Training by celebrated cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Leland Housman and cosmetic and laser dermatologist Dr. Vic Ross, both of La Jolla, California, has enabled Dr. Taylor to offer truly state-of-the-art vein care for medically significant vein disease and cosmetic spider veins alike. Depending on an individual patient’s findings, a combination of endovenous laser ablation, foam or liquid sclerotherapy, phlebectomy, and light-based devices help restore patients’ veins to as good as new.

Dr. Taylor’s practice, Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta, opens January 30th 2017 in the Gates at North Point development, on the corner of North Point Parkway and Webb

Bridge Road. He offers comprehensive dermatology services from skin exams to Mohs surgery, advanced minimally invasive vein treatment procedures and cosmetic services including Botox and fillers. Consider Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta for you and your loved ones’ skin care needs.

Congratulations to Dr. Taylor and Premier Dermatology!

To learn more about Dr. Taylor, visit him online at www.premierdermatologyatlanta.com

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Q; My husband was a veteran and I heard that there are healthcare benefits for surviving spouses. Is this something Senior Helpers can assist me with?

Pam; Yes we can! We have a VA specialist who can walk you through the entire Veteran's Aid & Attendance Program. Please call our office at 770442-2154 and we can help you!

Q; My mother has been living in our guest suite in the basement and she needs more help! She has been up wandering at night and I'm nervous for her to be alone downstairs. Do you have caregivers that can help overnight?

-Wendy Pam; Yes mam! Senior Helpers offers awake overnight shifts and we would love to come and take care of your Mother.

Senior Helpers of Alpharetta is a Family Owned & Managed Company that has been helping families since 2006. Senior Helpers is your Hometown solution for Private Home Care and Transportation.

Senior Helpers has specially trained

Caregivers (Certified Nursing Assistants mostly) that can provide care anywhere from one hour a day to live-in and 24/7.

Senior Helpers is Licensed in the State of Georgia and all employees are bonded/ hodgson licensed and insured and have passed all background checks.

Call Senior Helpers today to learn more about keeping your loved one active and engaged at 770-442-2154. Or visit Senior Helpers online at www.seniorhelpers.com/northatlanta Pam Hodgson owns Senior Helpers with her adult children, Elizabeth Jackson, Greg Rosinski and Matt Fredenberg. Having lived in North Fulton for the past 30 years, Pam’s passion is helping families care for their loved ones. Pam attends Alpharetta United Methodist Church and enjoys time with her grandchildren.

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Now Accepting Patients Skin Cancer & Mohs Surgery • Medical Dermatology Vein Care • Cosmetic Services

N. Atlanta Welcomes Dr. Brent Taylor Insist on the BEST Dr. Brent Taylor is a Board-Certified Dermatologist, a Fellowship-Trained Mohs Surgeon, and is certified by the Board of Venous and Lymphatic Medicine in the field of Vein Care. His education and work experience include: • Marist School – Valedictorian • Harvard College – Bachelor of Arts in Biochemical Sciences Graduated in 3 years Magna Cum Laude • Vanderbilt School of Medicine – Doctorate of Medicine Attended on a Full, Merit-Based Scholarship • Medical University of South Carolina – Dermatology Residency; Chief Resident • ACGME-Accredited Fellowship in Mohs surgery, Procedural Dermatology, and Vein Care at Scripps Clinic in La Jolla, California.

Dr. Taylor has performed thousands of Mohs surgeries and reconstructions, dermatologic surgeries and procedures while in private practice in Florida where local and even international patients have sought him out for the best care. He is an expert in skin cancer and melanoma treatment, endovenous laser ablation, minimally invasive vein procedures and cosmetics procedures such as Botox and injectables. He now brings his highly sought after expertise back home to Alpharetta with the opening of Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta! Now Accepting Patients.

Schedule your consultation with Dr. Taylor Today.

Dr. Brent Taylor

Premier Dermatology and Mohs Surgery of Atlanta 3180 North Point Parkway, Suite 420 Alpharetta, Georgia 30005

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A healthy, fun social life doesn’t need to end at the retirement threshold By: Brooke Wall, Sales Manager, Celebration Village There’s no denying that as you age, social interactions can decline. If you're not heading to an office or getting out and about each day, you may be missing out on important social interaction that keep you sharp, healthy, and maybe even ward off looming medical risks or dementia.

Research has proven the many benefits that social interaction offers older adults. Staying socially engaged and maintaining interpersonal relationships can help you sustain good physical and emotional health, and cognitive function. By continuing close friendships and finding ways to interact socially helps people—especially older adults—to live longer than those who are isolated. Relationships and social interactions can even help protect against illness by boosting your immune system.

There are far too many benefits of being in community with other people than can be listed, but a short list includes reduction in the risk of cardiovascular problems, some cancers, osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, Alzheimer's disease, high blood pressure and depression. It helps keep your brain from getting rusty, but it's most effective when coupled with an overall healthy lifestyle, including a nutritious diet and physical activity. So rather than shedding family, friends and hobbies as you age—which can hurt our mental and physical health— why not find a retirement community designed to facilitate social connections?

A local example of this type of community is Celebration Village, a stateof-the-art, full-service independent living community being built in Forsyth and Acworth. With the foundation built on promoting an upbeat lifestyle, independence, optimism and successful aging for seniors, these communities are definitely worth taking a second glance.

The most unique feature is The Celebration Club, the heart of activity and lifestyle that houses all Village services, offerings and amenities in one central

location. The club-style amenities with distinctive, innovative design features creates an upscale, inspiring social environment for both their residents and non-residents alike.

If you’ve taken a cruise before, you’ll definitely enjoy The Celebration Club’s cruise ship-like epicenter layout, designed to enable interaction and create environments that inspire exploration of common interests, and synergies amongst the residents and guests. Whether it’s a cooking class at the Chef’s Corner, a game of billiards or Wii tournament at Frank’s Game Parlor, a watercolor class in the Art Studio or just the stimulating sights, sounds and tastes this central hub will evoke, the social engagement is a proven factor to successful and healthful aging.

Every day at Celebration Village will focus on “CELEBRATING LIFE,” allowing residents to remember the life they have been blessed with as well as the life they are living today.

Find ways to stay young at heart, stimulated, busy—and out and about in your community because a healthy, fun social life doesn’t need to end at the retirement threshold.

Opening in Forsyth County and Acworth Spring 2017, Celebration Village is proud to be built and managed with the founders of Masterpiece Living, and embodies the findings of successful aging to help residents age successfully, and ultimately celebrate living longer, healthier, happier lives.

Celebration Village, developed by Active Senior Concepts (ASC) and AgeWell Living, has professionally designed and programmed an extensive variety of environments and services that promote continued physical, intellectual, social and spiritual growth, proven to dramatically slow the inevitable deterioration and depression associated with older age. The entire master-planned village from the resident homes, to the shopping shuttle express buses to the Celebration “Social” Club provides an abundance of positive, upbeat and stimulating environments designed to empower seniors to remain optimistic and in control of their own lives.

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Longleaf homes feature two downstairs bedrooms and two full baths with zero entry showers or tubs. You can customize your new home with a beautiful selection of tile or hardwood floors, fireplaces, your choice of countertop surfaces and other additions. You also have the option to have us finish the upstairs and basement of your new home.

When your new home is complete, it will be designed and personalized to your living standards.

Longleaf Communities, formerly known as Thomas Homes & Communities (THC), clearly demonstrates its ex-

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Our experienced and hardworking team of professionals are here to manage and facilitate your transition into your new home and community life. rice Our pride in our company is evidenced by our relentless attention to detail and insistence on delivering the highest quality of workmanship. In fact, our mission is to offer you premier architectural designs and floor plans, first-rate quality construction and finishes, and incomparable community designs in desirable locations.

Our three locations Village Green at East Cobb, Battle Park and Woodstock are open for tours daily.

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When a rash becomes serious By: May River Dermatology

The new signature in senior living For people who have reservations about moving to a senior community, seeing the beautiful and convenient lifestyle at Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek is eye opening and a refreshing alternative to what most people envision a senior community to look and feel like.

Arbor Terrace is the new signature in senior living and offers a vibrant, active lifestyle with luxury services for seniors. Residents at Arbor Terrace are neighbors, volunteers, explorers and learners who have chef-prepared meals every day and access to lifestyle and wellness amenities that provide convenience and enrich their day to day life.

The 101-apartment community is situated in one of the most desirable areas in Johns Creek, the community is close to healthcare, cultural venues,

fine shopping and dining. Arbor Terrace is a one-of-a-kind community offering a luxurious lifestyle with concierge services, chef-prepared meals, housekeeping and more, without a large investment or long-term commitment.

“We have changed the way people live,” says Beth Richardson, Executive Director at Arbor Terrace. “With a more convenient lifestyle, our residents find they have the time and energy to actually enjoy life while receiving as little or as much support as they need.”

Try us on for size, stay for 3 weeks and get a 4th week free to experience all we have to offer! Spaces are limited so call today! For more information on Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek, please call (770)-999-9577 and visit our website at www.at-johnscreek.com.

A rash is not a specific diagnosis but describes the skin’s appearance when inflamed, scaly, discolored or in an otherwise less than healthy state.

Many times over-the-counter medications will resolve the issue. But, when in doubt, have your rash checked out.

A less common condition, psoriasis, could be the culprit. An autoimmune disease, psoriasis causes raised, red, scaly patches to appear on the skin, affecting 125 million people – or two to three percent of the population.

The disease, typically seen on the outside of the elbows or knees, and the scalp, can also appear on other areas of the body.

Psoriasis and Children Symptoms in children include severe scaling of the scalp, diaper dermatitis, red and scaly patches on the trunk and extremities as well as pitting and discoloration of the nails.

One-third to one-half of all young people with psoriasis may experience a flare-up two to six weeks after an earache, strep throat, bronchitis, tonsillitis or a respiratory infection.

"The clinical spectrum of psoriasis

can vary from few patches on elbows and knees to involving the whole body and the joints," said May River dermatologist Dr. Paola Bonaccorsi M.D. Ph.D. "More and more we are learning that chronic inflammation associated with psoriasis predispose to heart disease and other systemic problems.

May River Dermatology Johns Creek treats most diseases of the skin, hair and nails as well as diagnosis and management of skin cancer.

The practice, located at 10160 Medlock Bridge Road is now accepting new patients. For more information please call 470-282-5729 or visit www.mayriverdermatology.com

May River Dermatology is the premier provider of dermatologic services in the Southeast. We will provide high quality, patient-focused medical care, and professional cosmetic services to you and your family.

At Arbor Terrace of Johns Creek, we’re doing away with all of the traditional stereotypes of senior living. We offer a maintenance-free lifestyle with numerous amenities and luxury services to fit your every need. Our community focuses on providing active seniors a comfortable, inspiring and independent lifestyle.

Call or visit us online to set up a tour today!

We offer a variety of cosmetic and aesthetic services, cutting-edge products and skin care products. Provided by an outstanding staff and Board Certified Dermatologist Dr. Paola Bonaccorsi.

Healthy, Beautiful Skin Starts Here! Call today to begin.

3180 Karen White Drive Suwanee, GA 30024 770-999-9577 | www.at-johnscreek.com

470-282-5729 www.mayriverdermatology.com 10680 Medlock Bridge Rd., Ste 204, Johns Creek, GA For specials and products follow us on facebook: May River Dermatology in Johns Creek

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Village Park Senior Living Delos and Margaret Knight are longtime residents of Alpharetta and have decided to downsize their home and move into Village Park of Alpharetta.

What made you choose Village Park of Alpharetta, Mr. Knight?

“I have seen other projects by Tim Gary and extremely impressed with his quality of work and the layout of the project. I just knew this one will be just as good as his other projects.”

“I also appreciate the fact that Village Park has a wide selection of accommodations, everything from our roomy Bungalow to the Cottages to the apartments which offer independent living, assisted living and memory care.

With that, there is everything you can ever want in one community, right here!

What are you looking forward to the most about moving into Village Park, Mrs. Knight?

“The convenience of the location and the fact that you are near Avalon, which is a wonderful place for entertainment, restaurants, shopping and it is right around the corner. Guess What? We can even walk there from Village Park and enjoy it more often.”

Village Park is the NEXT-LEVEL SENIOR LIVING community currently under construction on the corner of Webb Bridge Road and Morris Road.

The community plans to open in late Spring of 2017 and currently taking reservations.

Call Carla Breakwell at 678-7403499 for more information or go to villageparkseniorliving.com.

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