Austin MD Magazine September/October 2014

HGTV’S MISTAKEN ALLURE: MEDICAL OFFICE DESIGN

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22 UT GOING STRONG:

UT’s head football Coach talks about this season!

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

28 DR. JOHNSTON’S LEADING THE WAY: Future Medical School plans for Austin

52 CHARITY NEVER LOOKED SO GOOD: 2014 Date A Doc Bachelors/Bachelorettes

92 MEET AND GREET:

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Along with all the local celebrity features Austin MD Magazine created an issue that helps children, adolescents and college students with health concerns that include physical and mental disorders. Our goal of educating and information for the Austin community is why we have increased the size of the issue to include sections for all ages of readers. Healthy food options, health screenings and routine check ups for all school agers makes this a popular read for the Austin Community.

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Have your son or daughter screened for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

BY PAUL PAGLEY, M.D., IS A CLINICAL CARDIOLOGIST WITH AUSTIN HEART WITH MEDICAL STAFF PRIVILEGES AT HEART HOSPITAL OF AUSTIN PHOTOGRAPHY BY KAT DELGRANDE

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watched with great sadness earlier this year as two high school athletes – within one month – lost their lives while playing the sports they poured their hearts into. Two others nearly died this year.

In March, a 15-yearold teen in Colorado nearly died after collapsing on the field in the middle of baseball practice due to cardiac arrest. Then in May, a 16-year-old basketball player in Chicago collapsed during a tournament, nearly losing his life. Also in May, two other students died – an 8th grader at a New Jersey school died while doing “routine activity” during gym class, and a 15-yearold West Virginia student lost his life after suffering an apparent heart attack on the field.

This is difficult news for me to digest. Deaths due to heart disorders are largely preventable if they are identified early.

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a serious genetic heart condition in which the heart muscle thickens. It is relatively easy to detect; however, left undiagnosed, it can be life threatening. HCM affects one in 500 student athletes every year, and it is the leading cause of sudden cardiac death in young athletes.

In August, high school football players will begin “two-aDEATHS DUE day” practices – and soon after, they will take to the field. As TO HEART you secure your son or daughter’s safety gear for their sport of choice, I urge you to protect them in a way sports gear DISORDERS ARE LARGELY cannot – have them screened for HCM. PREVENTABLE On Saturday, August 23, from 8 a.m. until noon, Heart IF THEY ARE Hospital of Austin offered free heart screenings for students IDENTIFIED ages 14 through 18. The screening, which was held at Heart EARLY. Hospital of Austin, includes a 12-lead electrocardiogram (EKG) and a limited two-dimensional echocardiogram, or ultrasound of the heart, to detect HCM. Both the EKG and echocardiogram, which take about five minutes each, are noninvasive and painless. Results of the screening are reviewed by a cardiologist and are available immediately.

To date, more than 6,000 students have been screened at Heart Hospital of Austin.

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GETTING CONNECTED 2014

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The City of Austin makes it possible for small businesses to get connected SPECIAL CONTRIBUTION TO AUSTIN MD BY THE CITY OF AUSTIN SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

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ow important is it to maintain a business plan?

Where do I find business education resources?

What are the prerequisites for acquiring a business loan?

If you are an established small business owner or interested in starting your own venture, then you have most likely had these questions before. Entrepreneurs often are in a situation where they know their small business or startup needs help, yet they do not know where to get reliable assistance. Additionally, small business owners lack the amount of free time required to identify resources since they manage a variety of business disciplines including sales, human resources, marketing, operations, and finances, among others. Given the complexity of these business management disciplines, identifying a comprehensive resource can be extremely difficult, if not impossible.

Consultants, lawyers, and accountants are specialized and traditionally expensive. Government programs, non-profit business associations, and financial institutions each have separate locations, leadership and resources.

So, where can an Austin-based small business or startup go in order to receive reliable and time-effective assistance?

The answer is to attend the Getting Connected small business resource event on Thursday, September 25th at the Palmer Events Center.

Getting Connected 2014 will be produced by the City of Austin’s Small Business Development Program in conjunction with the Office of the Governor, with the goal of organizing a wide variety of local small business resources under one roof.

The event will feature a variety of classes, panel discussions and presentations on top“GETTING ics, which include creative CONNECTED funding options, export2014 AIMS TO ing tips, human resource BE THE MOST solutions, websites, and COMPREHENSIVE government proposals, SMALL BUSINESS among others. Small busiRESOURCE EVENT ness owners will also have IN AUSTIN” the opportunity to directly interact with local lenders as well as government and non-profit small business assistance organizations.

A sample of the attending small business assistance organizations includes the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE), Austin Independent Business Alliance, Workforce Solutions Capital Area, and the Economic Growth Business

Incubator (EGBI) among several others. If you have begun working on or completed a business plan, take the opportunity to meet one-on-one with a business coach from one of the attending small business assistance organizations. These coaches will be holding 20 minute consultations with the goal of reviewing your executive summary and elevator pitch in order to make best practice recommendations. Have a business law question or question about getting bonded to do business? Lawyers skilled in small business matters and a bonding professional will be taking 20 minute appointments as well.

These are just some of the many opportunities to “get connected” with the information you need to be successful.

Some of the attending lenders & financial

institutions include the U.S. Small Business Administration, BCL of Texas, PeopleFund, Wells Fargo Bank, and Greater Texas Federal Credit Union, among several others. If you are in need of lending for your small business or simply want to identify what the lending prerequisites are for your startup, take the time to speak individually with representatives from these attending financial institutions.

Getting Connected 2014 aims to be the most comprehensive small business resource event in Austin. If you have an established small business or are planning to start your own venture, then circle September 25th on your calendar.

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Local Lifestyle

RED RIVER DISTRICT RED HOT REAL ESTATE

BY ERIC COPPER

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rom the planned development of the Fairmont Hotel and the new Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at 15th, Austin’s “Red River District” is undergoing changes that will be effecting the second oldest district in downtown Austin.

The impact of emerging developments like these is significant. They bolster the economy with the creation of new jobs and an increased demand for housing.

With Austin already experiencing record low housing inventory levels, especially in central Austin, the demand for housing is naturally high.

Considering selling your home? Don’t be fooled! Despite the increased demand, you must be ready to compete and demonstrate value when marketing your home to prospective Buyers, particularly in the high-end housing market. You do not get a second chance to make a first impression.

Here are a few things we discuss with our clients when preparing to market and sell their home:

who has made real estate their full-time profession and is actively engaged in the market. Does your Real Estate professional have a firm grasp on current market conditions and inventory (other homes competing against yours)? Are they connected not only locally, but also nationally and even internationally?

MENTALLY PREPARE: Once you make the decision to sell your home, you must begin thinking of your home as a product you are selling and not “your home.”

FIRST IMPRESSIONS: “You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression” rings true. 98 percent of all consumers start their home search online. Exceptional photography is critical. Have a wellmanicured yard and a clean entryway. A clutter-free interior that is staged with the assistance of a skilled Realtor can significantly impact the emotional reaction and connection prospective Buyers have with your home.

PRICE IT RIGHT: Do not be tempted to overprice your property. Pricing your home competitively will statistically attract a greater pool of prospective buyers. Overpriced homes, even in a strong market, are likely to face price reduction that may ultimately decrease the buyer’s perceived value.

MULTIPLE OFFERS: Receiving Multiple Offers can be exciting, but be forewarned! They can backfire if not skillfully handled. Buyers often times rescind their offers if they believe they are competing in a bidding war. An experienced and skilled Realtor will help you successfully manage and navigate multiple offers continuing to keep all interested parties engaged.

HIRE A PROFESSIONAL: Interview and choose a real estate professional

To contact Eric Copper Broker, CIPS, CNE, GRI, CLHMS with Austin Portfolio Real Estate call (512) 330-1031 or send him an email at Eric@LivingInAustinTx.com

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DESIGNING MEDICAL OFFICES The mistaken allure of HGTV

BY DAN GREENFIELD

How to Approach Medical Design Selecting the right finishes and furniture for a medical office space can be daunting for the uninitiated.

Inexperienced clients are often amazed at the price of furniture designed for medical interiors. But Fortenberry advises against cutting corners.

“A chair from IKEA or Office Depot may look suitable and have the right price tag, but you have to consider performance and code compliance, as well.”

At the same time, Fortenberry cautions against overspending on customized furniture.

“It’s very expensive, can cause delays and often is unnecessary. Once more, customized furniture is difficult to replace.”

Furniture that is too high end may also intimidate patients or make them feel out of place.

The right design for an office should be based on the practice specialty, business strategy and patient demographic.

For the record, Patricia Fortenberry has no issue with HGTV–the popular home improvement cable TV channel. But she does advise physicians and practice staff to avoid its allure.

Fortenberry is co-founder of Health Space Design, a design and architectural services firm in Austin that focuses exclusively on medicalspace interiors.

“I love HGTV. Its shows are entertaining and give viewers an appreciation of décor and an understanding of remodeling.”

Her point is that decorating for the home is very different from medical design, and many of its suggestions do not belong in a medical office or clinical space.

Once more, a 30-minute program provides a false sense of security.

“It takes time to plan out a space, order and install the finishes and furniture and deal with an unexpected curve ball. I want our clients to go in fully informed and prepared.”

Fortenberry is well positioned to know.

She has devoted 20-plus years of

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her design career to understanding the demands of health care environments and the codes and clinical processes that govern them. She spent 16 of those years at the largest health care provider in Central Texas, where she served as the subject matter expert on finishes and furniture.

“I was Watching HGTV the Other Night…”

“Countless times, clients and medical staff have approached me and said, ‘I was watching HGTV the other night, and I had a great design idea.’”

Fortenberry listens carefully, but inevitably explains why, for instance, granite or marble is not right for a patient bathroom (because it is porous and can harbor germs) and why store-bought curtains that look nice may actually violate fire code requirements.

“Their intentions are good, but they don’t realize that there is a lot more to medical interior design than meets the eye.”

Fortenberry is not singling out HGTV. She just wants to ensure doctors and administrators are making the right design decisions.

Why Design is So Important Many patients cannot immediately evaluate the quality of care. They rely on other clues to assure themselves that they are in good hands. Good design instills confidence and minimizes stress. It means more positive first impressions and higher patient When selecting furniture and finishes, use the satisfaction, which leads following as a guide for a successful design: to return visits and patient referrals.

• Patient and Staff Safety and Health Fortenberry stresses • Comfort the importance of be• Durability • Ease of Repair and Maintenance ing mindful of patients’ needs. Bariatric patients, for example, require chairs with arms suitable for bigger frames and construction that can withstand higher weight loads; elderly patients need more lighting and chairs that are easy to sit in and get up from.

The right furniture selection does not only reveal a sense of style—it shows evidence of care and respect.

Fortenberry is reminded of a patient’s comment on “Yelp (the popular online review site) “One of my favorite things about this place is that it does not feel like the doctor's office. It makes for a much more relaxing atmosphere.”

ABOUT PATRICIA FORTENBERRY

Patricia Fortenberry, IIDA, EDAC, AAHID, is a medical interiors expert. In 2013, she co-founded Health Space Design, a woman-owned medical interior design and architectural services firm.

She has more than 20 years of design and project management experience in facility planning and health care interiors, including 16 years at the Seton Family of Hospitals. She has expert knowledge of codes, regulations, ordinances and clinical processes needed in designing medical buildings, hospitals, clinics, urgent care centers, laboratories, pharmacies and elder-care facilities.

For more information about Health Space Design, please contact Dan and Patricia at healthspacedesign.com or call them at 512-213-2201.

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AROUND TOWN WITH THE

DYESS BROTHERS Austin MD speaks with John and Omar Dyess.

BY KAT DELGRANDE WITH AUSTIN MD, FEATURING JOHN AND OMAR DYESS PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEVE DEMENT

KAT DELGRANDE WITH AUSTIN MD: Where are you from?

What has your career path been like? Tell me about your lives.

JOHN DYESS: I was born and raised in EL Paso, Texas. I fell in love with Austin, Texas, the minute I touched down for the first time and moved here within weeks. I was able to get jobs downtown working in the bar industry and met some wonderful people that now made me who I am—I get to serve them as customers, which is a huge blessing. I started to work in retail and after Sept. 11, 2001, I decided it was time to get into the security business, and now, 12 years in, Dyezz Surveillance and Security Inc. is rapidly growing. But my family is my first priority—my wife and my three wonderful children.

OMAR DYESS: Texas native, born in El Paso, Texas, where I went to school, hung out with my family and friends and played sports. I moved to Austin in 1999.

I wanted to be closer to my brother and attend college in Austin.

I worked multiple jobs to make ends meet while going to school.

I started my real estate career in 2005 while working fulltime for a major bank. In 2008, I focused solely on real estate and buying my first property. I have been pursuing real estate fulltime since. I also love spending time with family, traveling, watching sports, investing in real estate and growing my real estate business.

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KD: What do you think is cool?

JD: Family is cool. Ha! They make me feel cool. I get to work very hard and then play hard … Austin gives me that ability. I’m always on vacation.

OD: I enjoy working hard and learning new things every day. I love that I have family that is supportive and a great network of professionals that I have the honor of working with.

At the end of the day, I am happy and very grateful!

KD: What do you like to do in your free time?

JD: In my time, I work out daily and I am starting to swim, which has been a great thing to do during “me time.” I am always wanting to drive and play loud music on the weekends for that short period of free time.

OD: In my free time, I work on my real estate projects—whether it is staging, consulting with people, checking out new inventory or prospecting. I guess when I am not working,

I am spending time with family or friends, grabbing a bite to eat at Benji’s Cantina or playing golf on the course at Top Golf.

KD: What do you do to unwind?

JD: Benji’s Cantina, Imperia, Uchi, Trudy’s and especially Tortuga Flats are my spots for date nights or meeting up with friends.

OD: Go out to eat with my family, workout, work on the yard, watch sports, check out new places and restaurants, swim at the pool or local watering hole and especially the concerts all over the Austin area.

KD: Do you find it difficult to stay healthy?

JD: No, not at all. I have to take care of myself so I can be that great family man and leader at the office. Balance in my life is key. Fortyfive minutes a day is easy to squeeze in. I feel like it is actually easier to stay healthy, now, in my 40s.

OD: Sometimes, but Austin is a very fit and active city, so that helps and definitely puts pressure on to live an active lifestyle and eat right. My job is pretty active, so that definitely helps, and I stay away from fast food altogether. I like to ride my bike, walk the dog and lift weights. I am usually cooking as much as possible at home on the grill or eating very healthy. I am not going to lie, though—I definitely love my pizza and Torchy’s Tacos, but thankfully, I am able to I keep my bad food habits down to once or twice a week.

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KD: How often do you find yourself on the go? Is it hard to eat healthy?

JD: I am always on the go, and like we all say, we just do not have enough time. I am always eating small meals and try my best to eat something bad once a week to rebel.

OD: I am always on the go. I am constantly on call with clients and ready for the next property or location. That is why I chose my career: because the scenery changes and I cannot just sit in a desk or cubicle all day. My job keeps me active, and I honestly enjoy it.

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[But is it hard to eat healthy?] Not really, since there are so many great food choices these days, not to mention the way food and restaurants are changing to accommodate a healthier diet. Occasionally I eat a cheeseburger or overload on barbecue, but I drink a lot of water.

I think the ticket for me is just staying away from junk food, fried food and fast food.

KD: As a young entrepreneur in Austin, what motivates you to be successful?

JD: We only live once. I always wanted to be somebody, lead, manage and make a difference. I came from a middle-class home with two wonderful parents who are still married— that motivates me. I always saw myself being something, and I always loved the good life. So, I had a let’s-make-it-happen kind of attitude … and I still do. Live life and make a difference.

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OD: God, family and all my clients who believe in me and refer me to their family and friends who are moving to the area. My brother is definitely a driving force in my motivation, and we really do our best to help each other on each side of real estate and security. I am really lucky to have the support from my family and real estate office.

KD: What made you and your brother want to become business owners, in separate fields?

JD: Omar is a genuine person; he always has his clients best interest in mind. Omar is a very “cut and dry” guy. He is the guy I want on my side, as a realtor and as a great brother. Why did I want to be a business owner? It was for freedom and the ability to be my own boss. Now I realize my clients, employees, kids and family are my bosses. I enjoy seeing my staff come to me with ideas and see the excitement—that is rewarding by itself as Dyezz grows.

OD: John is a few years older than me, and when he was starting his business, I was still trying to find myself and what career I wanted to pursue. I knew I loved sales and eventually strengthened my sales abilities by working retail, until finally finding my passion in real estate. The best part is John and I get to work together in various ways with a lot of the same

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people we both know from El Paso and the Austin area. I refer security clients to John all the time, and he does the same by referring to me clients looking to purchase or sell real estate.

KD: Does it help being bilingual?

JD: It helps so much, especially when we opened our office in San Antonio, which was six years ago. Now I am seeing the growth of our El Paso market. It was nice growing up and spending summers in Mexico. That really helped me and my brother get closer to the Hispanic culture and the language.

OD: It definitely helps being bilingual, and I am so thankful to my mom and dad for teaching me English and Spanish. I cannot believe how much Spanish I use in my job and how much it helps knowing the language, especially when working with Spanish-speaking clients or contractors.

KD: What is your competition like?

JD: Competition is great and helps keep us on our toes. I do not worry about my competition any more. Twelve years ago, I was always watching it. Customer service is key, and everything else falls into place.

OD: I have plenty of competition in the real estate business, but that is why I just focus on my sphere of influence, which consists of my family, friends, and past clients. Every year, there are 2,000 to 3,000 people starting their real estate careers and ending their real estate careers, so thankfully, there are only approximately 10,000 active agents in the Austin area.

KD: Which one of you recently got married?

How is married life? Do you find it hard to manage being a business owner and having a family?

JD: My brother, Omar, just got married. It was such an honor to be his best man, but to see him marry his girl pal was a blessing. I have been married 10 years this month. I can honestly say that it gets better. My wife and I have watched our marriage get better and better, even with our workloads and my business, which does interfere most of the time. The first seven years of my business, I was super busy, and now, I am learning to turn it off for family time.

OD: I just got married to my wife, Lisa, who also has a son, Evan, from a previous marriage.

We are a very tight family and spend tons of time hanging out together, riding bikes and playing with our recently adopted dog, Ellie, who is a pit bull terrier. It can be hard to manage my business and family, but that is why I work for myself: to ensure I can create flexibility when I am needed at home or in the office.

I work hard for my family and for my business.

Thankfully, both are very supportive.

John Dyess is the founder and CEO of Dyezz Surveillance and Security Inc. He is also an investor of six local restaurants/bars. His next big moves include two e-commerce websites that will take his core business of security to the next level.

Omar Dyess is a real estate agent for RE/ MAX 1 in Austin who has been serving the Austin area for 10 years by selling, buying and leasing homes. He is a real estate investor with multiple properties of his own, and he is an investor/director with Dyezz Surveillance & Security Inc.

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Austin MD brings you an exclusive interview with University of Texas Austin’s new coach Charlie Strong.

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“We want to make sure our young men become better people than they were when they came into the program.”

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Longhorn football season has arrived. And it’s time to get your - burnt orange ON. Time to celebrate UT’s commitment to raising the bar on the quality of its players by focusing on core values.

Austin MD caught up with UT’s new football coach Charlie Strong to discuss his vision, values and plans for our beloved Longhorns. Charlie Strong’s offseason motto for the Longhorns has been “Put the ‘T’ back in Texas.” We asked him to tell AMD what the ‘T’ will mean for UT and its fans.

Strong answers, “We will not cut corners,” He said earlier this summer. “Putting the ‘T’ back in Texas means more than just being physically tough; it’s the mental resilience that drives a player in the fourth quarter on the field – and guides him during those moments when bad decisions off the field have consequences for everyone involved. Putting the ‘T’ back in Texas means you’re accountable, you’re responsible, you can’t be shaken or distracted by anything or anyone.”

Considering his past experiences that give him insight to the difficulties involved in building team

culture. Strong is open and aware of the challenges ahead of him. He was around the beautiful mess that was Florida’s football last decade, when the Gators were winning multiple national titles – and when the program eventually imploded from within because of player behavior problems and entitlement.

When Strong left Florida for Louisville, he had similar issues with the Louisville locker room – with a lot less talent. He weeded out malcontents there, too, and by Year 3, Louisville was playing in (and winning) a BCS bowl.

When asked why he selected UT Austin, he said.

“There is just so much pride and tradition here that it’s one of those jobs that every coach dreams of one day having,” Strong said of his new job. “Everything about University of Texas Austin is just so special. I have enjoyed meeting all of the former players, being around UT’s great facilities, and of course walking into the stadium. Coach Strong stated. “I say it all of the time - I’m so proud to be the head football coach at the University of Texas.”

The advice he was given from his mentors in the business, is to not treat this job any differently than any other job you have had. Stay focused, be yourself and work hard. He certainly knows this is a much bigger stage and by no means thinks it is a lateral move.

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“What’s really key is you can’t look at your current job any differently than anywhere else you’ve been,” he remarked. “I’ve had opportunity to coach at really outstanding programs, such as the University of Florida, Notre Dame, South Carolina, Ole Miss. as well as being the head coach for the University of Louisville. What’s key is to just make sure you surround yourself with good people”.

He says the mission is very simple, it will

never change: He will make sure that our young men graduate while competing for championships.

That mantra has not stopped him from establishing a reputation as an iron-fisted head football coach – more so when it recently came to light when players arrived for the first day of practice on Monday, their helmets were solid white. The orange longhorns were gone. He made them walk the half-mile to practice instead of taking a bus like they used to under Mack Brown. When

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asked why, he said. “You have 85 guys on scholarships. If 80 of them are doing it the right way, why can’t the rest of them do it the right way?” Strong said. “They knew the first day I took the job, when I laid out the core values in that first team meeting, what the program was all about.”

Strong has been focused on bringing healthy core values to his players on and off the field.

Players must work hard to earn the right to bear the Longhorn symbol. This kind of training reminds the players that making the team is just the beginning. Being a team player will be defined by their actions. This “Earn The Right” has been carried over to flashing the “Hook ‘Em Horns” hand gesture - Strong says they will have to earn it. Hard work, focus, personal discipline and accountability will be guiding principles for players.

Strong truly means what he says and takes action with speed and accuracy. As proven with the (now) nine ex-players, rule violations and criminal charges will not be tolerated.

Highlights of the five-point team regimen detailed that the first two phases and winter and spring training had left a trail of blood, sweat and cut players. They have just pulled through summer conditioning and are coming to the end of the fourth phase.

“The good thing about summer conditioning is you get your freshmen in and they become a part of the program,” Strong said of the process. “Phase four is fall practice. It’s now the time we really have to build this football team and come together with the chemistry and focus needed. And finally, phase five is the season.

Now you have a chance to go out and show what you’ve done. You only get 12 opportunities, and you can’t waste one.”

Other issues plaguing both the coach and the fans are health worries. While the possibility of injury is a thought already in the back of everyone’s minds, this year has much more concern for UT. This year’s starting quarterback, David Ash, is returning to the team after taking a nasty knock against Brigham Young University last September that kept him out of the season. While it is true that he has made a full recovery, Strong nonetheless sat him down and instructed him to watch himself while on the field.

Medical and disciplinary issues aside, the team certainly will not be fragile this year. “Many times when people talk about toughness, it’s not physically challenging them that wears them down,” Strong said. “It’s a toughness to do the right thing. Go to class. Paying attention to the little things. It’s having that type of toughness.”

Going further into the subject, he added this: “They’ve done everything we’ve asked of them. When you talk about toughness, you have to not only talk about it, but you have to practice it.

And that’s what we felt happened in spring practice when you look at three-on-threes and you look at one-on-ones and you look at the goal line.”

When Strong came to UT, he brought one of his own little traditions with him that might just catch on with the rest: women’s football clinics. While paying $75 to do football drills on a Texas summer evening might seem like a tough idea to sell to anybody, it’s become a standard event for Strong to throw no matter where he is.

As he said, “We have so many fans that are women, and we wanted to give them a chance to see and experience the passion of this program, what the players and coaches go through, and just let them be a part of it. It’s really a lot of fun. We’ve received a lot of feedback from them saying they had a great time and that they’ll be back next year.”

“When we talk about putting a ‘T’ back into Texas, you talk about toughness, trust, togetherness, and then you talk about becoming a team.” Strong continues. “You can never become a team until you have toughness. You can’t trust one another until you watch.” And that is the team Longhorn fans are looking forward to seeing. Hook ‘Em Horns!

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COLT McCOY The health of the Capital City is easy to see even when those eyes belong to a person whose livelihood depends on peak physical performance and a disciplined diet.

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city is defined by what it displays. Depending on what a person reads into, a place can sometimes be spelled out in specific ways; two of those specific ways are health and fitness. There is no shortage of readily available examples on Austin’s hike and bike trails, greenbelt, Lady Bird Lake and, of course, our growing re-redrawn and re-reconstructed downtown sidewalks and streets. Runners and bikers are everywhere, while paddle boards, kayaks and rowboats increasingly fill the lake.

Whole Foods corporate is at one of our city’s busiest intersections where many people moving through the area are dressed in some form of athletic wear on their way to buy nutritious groceries.

Austin has always had a rather popular reputation as one of the healthiest cities and state capitols in the United States. In 2011, Forbes ranked Austin the 16th healthiest city in the nation based on what is referred to as the American Fitness Index. Other Texas cities like San Antonio and Houston, along with large swaths of southeastern states and many metropolitan cities across the country, are experiencing what has been labeled an “obesity epidemic” and that a lack of healthy eating and regular physical activity could be a primary cause.

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The federal government offers advice and season for the National Football League. tips for avoiding obesity and other serious Austin MD was granted privileged access to health concerns. Sites like health.gov and recurrent professional quarterback, former longcent efforts made by the first lady in reforming horn and University of Texas graduate Colt Mcfood label requirements are signs that society Coy during a pro-camp for kids in early July, recognizes a general trending down in required sponsored by Scott and White Healthcare, a naphysical activity and eater-consciousness. Fast tionally acclaimed health care organization, recfood is easy and fast, soda tastes great and Netognized by organizations including U.S. News flix has too many options that & World Report, Thomson result in multi-hour, seasonReuters and Newsweek. He COLT McCOY OF lasting binges on the couch. was asked about how he stays THE WASHINGTON healthy, the level of health that However, as Austinites and REDSKINS science demonstrate, a nutriplaying football competitively CRITIQUES FORM tionally sound diet and exerand nationally requires and AND TECHNIQUE cise does and will continue to how he feels about the general AS HE WATCHES improve quality of life. fitness of his alma mater’s city, THE KIDS Sports are almost always at Austin.

SCRAMBLE ABOUT the top of that list of tips and It was a scalding Saturday IN THE HEAT. advice to stay healthy, varimorning at Westlake High ous potential injuries aside.

School. On the football field, And football is the most hundreds of youngsters were popular sport in America. Texas defines the organized into smaller groups, running varisport of football as one of its many passionous drills and practicing player-position exerate claims to “big” – “big” on farming some of cises. Colt McCoy of the Washington Redskins football’s biggest successes translates to “big” critiqued form and technique as he watched on working out and eating well. The Univerthe kids scramble about in the heat. Between sity of Texas, of course based here in Austin, shouts of encouragement and laughing with is known to every collegiate football fan and star-struck little ones, Austin MD spoke with highly considered a player factory season after him about his diet and eating regimen and how

“DURING TRAINING, I DON’T WANT TO PUT ANYTHING IN MY BODY THAT IS GOING TO HOLD OR SET ME BACK, SO I STAY OFF THE SWEETS AND THE FRIED FOOD.” much that specific aspect of the profession contributes to his physical fitness. He had quite a bit to say. “I think it’s the most important thing,” he explains. “You know, for me, my body’s not equipped to carry a whole lot of weight, but if I eat right and train right, I think I maximize my potential of where I want to play. Being in my profession, you have to put on some weight, so I think that nutrition is key.”

In reflecting on some industry standard preseason preparations, he stresses something that kids, adults and all sports enthusiasts need to consider. “During training, I don’t want to put anything in my body that is going to hold or set me back, so I stay off the sweets and the fried food.”

He was then asked about how he would compare Austin’s general level of fitness to other

major cities, and his answer is on par with this heart-of-Texas. “I’ll tell you this: I think I can basically say that this camp, while having done some camps for other teammates, the second day, the kids are just drained, out of shape, sitting under tents and maybe not even showing up.” He pauses briefly. “Here in Austin, every kid we’ve added has showed up today and no one’s under the training tents, so I would say in general, I think Austin is a very healthy city. The parents do a great job of keeping their kids outside. I’ve been in other places where it’s not like this, so I’m proud to say that I feel like people in this area are very healthy people.”

Straight from a pro. Nutrition and daily exercise are vital to maintaining a healthy physical state. There are gyms at almost every intersection, a wealth of local sports programs and a

great amount of grocery stores and restaurants dedicated to providing the quality food that Austin is becoming more nationally recognized for every year. Health is important to us Austinites. It shows through the people and events such as McCoy’s pro camp for kids, sponsored in great part by Scott and White Healthcare, a centrally based and homegrown health care service that, in the spirit of Austin, advocates for continuous strides in improving health not just here, but for thousands and thousands of Texans in our beautiful Hill Country and beyond.

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To contact Scott & White Healthcare-Round Rock please call 512-509-0200 or go to sw.org.

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Meet Dr. S. Claiborne Johnston, UT-Austin’s new medical school dean.

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wo of the biggest organizations in Texas – Seton Healthcare Family and the University of Texas – are teaming up to produce one of the biggest changes to hit Texas health care in a long time: the Dell Medical School and the Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas, a brand-new hospital attached to an equally brand-new medical school intended to replace Brackenridge Hospital. The buildings are not up yet, but there is already a Dell Medical School dean running the show – ladies and gentlemen, meet Dr. S. Claiborne Johnston. You can totally call him Clay.

Johnston has come to the Lone Star State from his previous gig at the University of California, San Francisco, where he spent a good two decades in various roles, including associate vice chancellor of research, professor of neurology and epidemiology and director of the university’s stroke service. In the midst of all this, his idea of a spare-time hobby was seeing patients as a practicing neurologist, which he wants to keep doing here as soon as he gets his Texas license, and contributing more than 300 pieces to various scientific journals as an expert in stroke prevention and treatment.

The endgame in all of this is to promote novel methods of learning and new models of health care that will ultimately benefit the community. One goal of the new hospital is to train more primary care doctors than specialized positions, and to have those primary physicians working in the community more than in a hospital setting. Along with Seton, the Dell Medical School is working closely with Central Health, the Travis County health care district, to ensure the highest level of care for the community, including the underserved.

“We want to make sure that we’re in a better position to provide great care for everybody in Austin, including those without insurance,” Johnston says. “And it does mean that we’re going to need to support primary care. There

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are some areas where we need more specialists in Austin than we currently have, and we’ll look at those and help the community address those needs. But it’s not that we have too few docs; it’s not that we necessarily have too few primary care docs or too few specialists.”

The challenge, as he sees it, is a lack of matching the right care to the right doctor. As he says, “Our care isn’t organized in a way to make everybody more efficient, to coordinate the care, to identify the things that physicians should do and the things they don’t need to do that some other practitioner could do, and change the roles so that they’re better aligned with everyone’s expertise, and therefore, create a more coordinated and efficient system.”

Enter the primary care doctors. “Because they’re not

specialists, they care about the full person,” Johnston says, “‘and we need that perspective as we think about how to deliver better care to the full person.”

Rather than having a degree of separation between the academics of the school and the day-to-day business of the hospital, the two businesses will be tightly interwoven like threads in a blanket so closely knit that “some of them may have their paycheck come from Seton, and yet, they’ll be our faculty and report in to us,” according to Johnston.

“For our medical students, more than half the time that they’re with us, they’re working

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with patients,” he adds. “And the settings for that will be Seton and outpatient clinics, and there’ll be a variety of different outpatient settings in which they’ll do their work – whether it’s group practice clinics or community care. And then, of course, the residents are constantly in those settings -- that’s where they’re getting their training.

They’ll come over to the medical school for lectures and small group work, but they’ll be constantly in the hospitals and clinics.” The standards for research will also be raised by the school, and patients will have the opportunity to participate in studies if they so choose.

New medical schools are a rare sight. As Johnston tells it, only eight or so have opened in the past decade alone, and even that is a step up

from the olden days. That is why Johnston considers this new one a huge opportunity.

“Very few [medical schools] are in cities the size of Austin, and certainly with the vibrancy of Austin, and very few of them – in fact, none – are associated with, you know, top-tier research universities like UT,” he says. “So that combination is once in a hundred years.”

He is not the only one who sees opportunity in this, either. Organizations have been rushing to get themselves and their money in on the action. For example, the University Federal Credit Union is dropping $1.5 million on the medical center, while the Shivers Cancer Foundation has thrown in a million and one dollars of their own, and they are just two of the donors.

At press time, the ground has already been broken at the site across from Brackenridge, and Johnston is optimistic about the timeframe.

Even with the school welcoming its first class of students in 2016, the work is apparently ahead of schedule with no difficulties anticipated.

One thing is for certain, though: It will not look like anything we have ever seen before.

“If we decide we’re going to look like other schools, we’re done,” Johnston says. “Whereas there’s opportunity by doing things differently that we can really create something unique – something better.”

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DRS PIKE AND HIX-HERNANDEZ, INNOVATORS IN SURGERY

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or Dr. Susan Pike, her initial motivation to become a plastic surgeon is still what makes her love every day at her job “Whether the procedure is reconstructive or cosmetic, we have the ability to make people feel better about themselves. Making people happy is a great thing.” It is an approach that characterizes the entire team at the Scott & White Cosmetic Surgery Center in Round Rock.

Together, Dr. Pike and colleague Dr. Staci Hix-Hernandez provide plastic and reconstructive surgery as well as wound care for the Greater Austin area. “What separates Scott & White from our competitors are the people. Not just physicians, but everyone employed here,” says Dr. Hix-Hernandez. “I think that everyone who works here loves working here.

We love being involved with patients.”

As a team, Drs. Hix-Hernandez and Pike maximize patient care by focusing on different aspects of cosmetic surgery.

“The bulk of my practice consists of breast reconstruction for women who have had mastectomies, a wide range of breast surgery including cosmetic breast surgery and body contouring such as liposuction, tummy-tucks, things like that,” explains Dr. Pike With a practice located in the sunbelt, she also does a lot of skin cancer reconstruction.

Describing herself as specializing in non-specialization, Dr. Hix-Hernandez says. “I do a little bit of everything. I enjoy hand surgery. I do trauma and burn reconstruction. I do cancer reconstruction plus I do elective cosmetic work as well.”

The doctors say that Scott & White is a unique environment for cosmetic surgery, one that offers a lot to its patients. In addition to the benefits of being part of the

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LEFT TO RIGHT: Dr. Pike and Dr. Hix-Hernandez.

largest multi-specialty practice in Texas, Dr. Pike says that “Our group setting facilitates collaboration, efficiency and effectiveness. It makes it easy to practice medicine well.”

Dr. Hix-Hernandez explains that the patient is the ultimate beneficiary of these advantages, “This enables us to ensure quality comprehensive care for our patients in an expedited fashion.” She also points out another distinctive aspect of the Scott & White Clinic, its all female staff. Hix-Hernandez notes that the staff shares several outside passions, including fitness and nutrition, which help make for a closely-knit team.

Cosmetic and plastic surgery are rapidly evolving specialties. If you ask the Scott & White doctors what new changes are grabbing their attention, you’ll get the same answer: fat.

Or, more precisely, what new techniques and technologies allow them do with fat.

“I’m most excited about advances in fat grafting techniques,” exclaims Dr. Hix-Hernandez. Fat grafting allows for excess fat from a patient to be transferred to another area to improve volume and contour or for reconstructive purposes.

For Dr. Pike, the excitement is in fat melting technologies such as Cool Sculpting. “We are finally making headway with this technology and it’s exciting!” she says. While Dr. Pike does not believe that fat melting will completely replace traditional body contouring procedures, she believes it offers patients and alternative and segue.

Scott & White’s plastic surgery duo have taken very different paths to arrive in the Austin area. Dr. Hix-Hernandez grew up in Texas and gravitated back to the Lone Star State after completing her plastic surgery residency.

Dr. Pike is from Minnesota and met her Texan husband while they were both doing their surgical residency at the University of Cincinnati. “There was never a question in his mind

where we would settle down and live our lives after our medical training,” she jokes.

Outside of their medical practice, Drs. Hix-Hernandez and Pike share a common interest in active lifestyles. Dr. Hix-Hernandez describes herself as not merely a sports fan, but as a “rabid” sports fan, a condition she attributes to growing up in Texas. “I love watching and participating in most sports, that whole Friday Night Lights thing, I guess,” she explains and cites weightlifting and running as favorite pastimes. She also enjoys spending time with her husband and son.

For Dr. Pike, hiking and biking with the family are common pastimes. “A good thing,” she says, “because we also enjoy food, wine and friends.”

Dr, Pike also takes her commitment to wellness beyond the clinical setting. “I started the first Walk with a Doc program in Texas,” she says. This non-profit initiative helps people embrace active lifestyles and also includes

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an education component. “It’s designed to show how health and wellness go hand in hand,” Dr. Pike explains (For more information, visit www.walkwithadoc.org).

Both of the Scott & White Cosmetic Surgery Center doctors are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. HixHernandez received her MD from Texas Tech University School of Medicine and also went to Tech for her undergraduate. She completed her general surgery residency at Scott & White Hospital and Texas A&M University.

She conducted her plastic surgery residency at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine in Chattanooga.

Dr. Pike’s MD comes from the Stritch School of Medicine at Loyola University in Chicago. Her plastic surgery residency was at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center and she completed a cosmetic surgery residency fellowship at Plastic Surgery Associates in Miami.

“What I love about plastic surgery is actually restoring wholeness,” says Dr. HixHernandez, explaining that this attitude also characterizes the entire Scott & White team, “Anything that takes away someone’s sense of self, we get to be involved with reconstructing that. It’s very evident we love what we do.”

To reach both Dr. Pike or Dr Hix-Hernandez they are located at the Cosmetic Surgery Center at Scott & White-Round Rock please call 512-509-8550 or go to CosmeticSurgery@sw.org.

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EXCELLENCE IN HEALTHCARE INNOVATIONS AND THE AUSTIN CLINIC AND SURGERY CENTER EXPAND EXTREMITY CARE FOR THE CAPITOL CITY.

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growing community with growing health care needs and expectations, Austin has given birth to the creation and development of an upand-coming health care company.

Two Austin physicians have joined together to create Excellence in Healthcare Innovations (EHI) and the Austin Clinic and Surgery Center, expanding Austinites’ options in cutting-edge and patientcentered extremities health care.

EHI Austin Clinic and Surgery Center is the brainchild of Drs. Andres Lerner and Gary Cramer, along with CEO Gregory Burfitt.

Lerner is a minimally invasive hand surgery specialist and an expert in carpal tunnel syndrome.

Cramer is a foot and ankle specialist with extensive expertise in minimally invasive treatments and peripheral neuropathy. Burfitt brings visionary leadership with a participative management style and more than 40 years of health care management as the CEO. EHI’s approach to medicine centers on making patients feel welcome from the moment they walk in the door. Doctors provide warm and compassionate interaction with each patient, followed by a thorough work-up to achieve the most specific diagnosis and most appropriate treatment. Physicians take the time to ensure all questions are answered and the patients feel comfortable and in control of the health care path they choose, whether it is continuing

LEFT TO RIGHT: Dr. Cramer and Dr. Lerner

with conservative care or surgery.

Both clinic and surgery center combine the years of experience of physicians and staff with state-of-the-art diagnostic capability and technologically advanced treatment. The end result of the approach maximizes the doctors’ ability to give patients an outstanding patient care experience, with the highest possible quality of care with accurate diagnosis, appropriate treatment and rapid recovery.

EHI’s values embody those of its three founders, delivering quality care and selection of the most effective treatment methods as their first priority. Both doctors utilize the most recent

and research-proven technologies, emphasizing rapid introduction of new technologies and supporting the variety of medical and surgical services offered. The result is exceptional care above and beyond the standard of care resulting in a patient experience that exceeds expectations. With a strong network of professional relationships in Greater Austin’s medical community, EHI’s clinic is the provider of choice for many referring physicians and clinics.

A diplomate of the American Board of Surgery, Lerner received his M.D. from Maimonides University. After completing a residency in general surgery, he pursued a hand and microvascular surgery fellowship at the University of California San Francisco that combined plastic and orthopedic surgery training.

Cramer received his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence, Ohio, and completed his surgical training in Huntsville, Texas. He is board certified in foot and ankle surgery, and he is a fellow of the Association of Extremity Nerve Surgeons and the American Professional Wound Care Association.

For the EHI team, “patientfocused” isn’t just an approach, a goal or a philosophy — it’s a culture. They want patients to know their mission is to provide excellence in health care innovation for all a patient’s extremity health care problems and concerns.

For more information regarding Excellence in Healthcare Innovation (EHI) please call 512-623-7400 or go to ehihealthcare.com

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UNTANGLING THE STUDENT AID WEB OneLogos puts the power at students’ fingertips.

BY JON BLACK / PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEVE DEMENT

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ONELOGOS EDUCATIONAL SOLUTIONS IS AN AUSTIN-BASED COMPANY COMMITTED TO MAKING A DIFFERENCE FOR THE GROWING NUMBER OF STUDENTS SEEKING COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID. Higher education is more expensive than ever. About two-thirds of full-time undergraduates rely on some form of financial assistance to make their degree a reality. An unknown number of others opt out of higher education because needed financial aid seems out of reach or too complicated to get.

“We believe access to college is the American Dream,” says Rich Haines, CEO of OneLogos Educational Solutions. Haines is quick to point out that access to financial aid is an issue that not only concerns students and their families: “Higher education is a vital force in building a more qualified workforce in Central Texas.”

Founded in 2008, OneLogos brought together entrepreneurs with more than 22 years in diverse sectors, including financial aid, education, marketing, customer service, technology and retail banking. These entrepreneurs were all united by the belief that higher education can be accessible and affordable to assist local high school students with the college enrollment process.

Prior to launch, OneLogos did their research and found a clear need. “We created the company to help fund the growing costs of higher education,” he says. “We knew there were kids looking for money. What was most surprising to us was that there was funding available from foundations, nonprofits, etc., that wasn’t finding its way to students.” To help fill that need, the company is dedicated to increasing college access by matching students and family with responsible sources of financial aid.

The centerpiece of OneLogos’s activity is FinAidTexas.com. Launched in May and built in cooperation with the Austin Chamber of Commerce’s Financial Saturdays, the website provides a “one-stop shop” for Texas students navigating their way through the often confusing financial aid process.

“This website makes it easy to find everything specific to Texas-based schools in one place,” says Drew Scheberle, senior vice president for federal and state advocacy, education and talent at the Austin Chamber of Commerce, which has strongly supported the new website.

OneLogos is grateful for the chamber’s support with the new project. “We thank Drew Scheberle at the Austin chamber for his cooperation with the projecting and commitment to helping Texas students,” Haines says.

The website provides tools for students and their families to research colleges, scholarships, state and federal financial aid and private loans — all in a single location.

The company made a major push to ensure a successful debut of the website in time to help students find last-minute financial aid before the beginning of the fall 2014 semester.

Calling confusion in the financial aid process “a tangled string,” OneLogos has identified students applying for financial aid and losing interest, or simply not submitting completed forms, as a major factor that could prevent them from attending college.

FinAidTexas.com is designed to strike at the heart of those difficulties, and the company projects that the site’s “all in one place, information at your fingertips” approach will lead to a higher rate of completed applications and, ideally, an increase in Texas direct-to-college enrollment rates.

Additionally, the company projects it will generate an increase in the use of “free money” available to students through federal and state grants, as well as scholarships

offered through local businesses. The company’s goal is to teach students to borrow responsibly and minimize their overall burden of private loans and borrowed money.

In addition to providing resources for students that help them locate, evaluate and

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We believe access to college is the American Dream.” secure the right sources of financial aid for their situation, OneLogos offers services for counselors and local banks. High school counselors can access tools to build student action plans and increase direct-to-college enrollment. For lenders, the company offers technology solutions that facilitates a turnkey education loan program.

Prior to the launch of FinAidTexas. com, OneLogos had already helped Texas students secure millions in financial aid.

Haines believes this is just the tip of the iceberg compared to what the new site will allow them to accomplish. “If we want more Texas students to have access to higher education, you need to untangle the financial aid process,” he says. “That’s what FinAidTexas.com is all about.”

“THIS WEBSITE MAKES IT EASY TO FIND EVERYTHING SPECIFIC TO TEXAS-BASED SCHOOLS IN ONE PLACE.” For more information, please visit onelogos.com or finaidtexas.com.

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MEET DR. ADAM

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A former gymnast, coach and treating doctor with Ironman World Championships, Dr. Zelinski shares his knowledge with Austin MD

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r. Adam J. Zelinski, DC, ART, Director for Arise Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, is a consummate advocate for living your best life. He is the only Biomechanics Certified doctor in the Central Texas area. He studied directly with the founder of Active Release Technique (ART) Dr. P. Michael Leahy for three years, and was an assistant instructor for “HIS TEAM SPECIALIZES IN ART Corporations. He helped to develop TREATING INJURIES WITH A protocols for ART Corporation in a clinical FOCUS ON GETTING PEOPLE environment. Dr. Zelinski is full-body certiBACK INTO ACTIVITY AS SOON fied in Active Release Technique (ART). As a AS POSSIBLE BY IDENTIFYING practitioner in this patented, state of the art THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM, soft tissue system/movement based massage NOT THE SYMPTOM” technique, Dr. Zelinski treats: muscles, tendons, ligaments, headaches, back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow and many other conditions that can be resolved quickly and permanently with ART. Through the ART program Dr. Zelinski has been a treating doctor at the Ironman World Triathlon Championships for several years.

He started Advanced Rehabilitation in 2005, and under his leadership the corporation grew to 26 clinic locations as well as managing additional clinical patients in Colorado, Arkansas and Dallas. Advanced Rehabilitation was voted “The Best Sports Injury Clinic” in the Austin area for multiple years. Dr. Zelinski brings this expertise, business acumen and professional excellence to Arise Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation. His team specializes in treating injuries with a focus on getting people back into activity as soon as possible by identifying the cause of the problem, not the symptom.

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Dr. Zelinski graduated cum laude from Texas Chiropractic College in Pasadena, Texas, where he completed his Doctorate degree and internship in Chiropractic Medicine. He was inducted in the Omega Psi Honor Society after he graduated from the University of Texas with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Part of what makes him an excellent advocate for athletes is the fact that athletics have always been a part of his life.

He was an All-American gymnast in high school and college and was a four year cheerleader at the University of Texas. He has coached competitive gymnastics and cheerleading for 12 years. During this time he has served as the team physician for a number of gymnastics and cheerleading organizations.

He was a participant in the 2012 FIT Company fitness competition.

Over the past 12 years, Dr. Zelinski has written for numerous magazines, websites, professional organizations and other private entities; mostly sports injury and prevention related articles such as Stress Fractures for athletes who participate in high-impact sports.

He has treated world class athletes from all around the globe, and while he specializes in triathletes, cyclists and runners, he has also treated PGA tour players, Olympic Weightlifters and weekend warriors in the Austin area. A part of Dr. Zelinski living his best life is excelling at keeping people in motion.

For more information on Dr. Zelinski please call 512-4761100 or go to atxrehab.com

SPORTS

COMMON PAIN EXPLAINED A leading sports medicine specialist shares when pain crosses a threshold that warrants medical attention

BY DR. A.J. ZELINSKI

“NO PAIN, NO GAIN.” “YOU CAN TAKE IT.” “SUCK IT UP.” There are a myriad of messages out there that essentially tell people to ignore their pain – often for the sake of a good work out. To some degree, the messages can be motivational and help individuals achieve fitness goals.

However, pain is typically telling your body that it’s doing something it shouldn’t do. And, medically speaking, there’s a difference between “soreness” and “pain.” But how do you tell the difference?

Soreness is the body’s process of breaking down muscle tissue a building it back stronger. There’s typically a delayed onset – meaning you’ll start feeling sore hours after you work out, and often feel most sore the morning after a great workout.

Pain comes on very quickly during an exercise, movement or activity. Short of something blatantly obvious, such as a severe laceration or broken bone, many people talk themselves out of seeking medical attention – when medical intervention could greatly improve a person’s quality of life. In general, if the pain doesn’t go away within 24-36 hours, or is acute, you should seek medical attention.

This chart helps offer more details on common ailments we see, typical issues and when to seek medical attention.

SHOULDER/NECK If you have a tight spot behind your shoulder that doesn’t get better in a day or two, you may have a pinched nerve. This can often improve with a little therapy, otherwise it’s often a herniated disc – which necessitates medical intervention.

LOWER BACK This is by far the most common ailment.You need medical assistance if your pain causes radiating pain down your leg, or doesn’t get better within 24 hours. This issue is quite commonly sciatica, and can get better with care.

CALF If your calf aches, throbs and is hot/swollen, it’s imperative that you seek medical attention immediately, as this could be a blood clot – and blood clots can be deadly. They commonly occur after air travel or surgery.

ELBOW People that sit in an office during the day and then participate in athletics are a prone to “golfer’s elbow” or “tennis elbow.” If the pain goes away, then comes right back when you resume activities, you should seek medical assistance.

KNEE Runners often suffer from sore knees – and this ailment shouldn’t be ignored. It’s often ITBS, or an irritation of the bony area on the outside of the kneed that occurs from having tight hip and gluteal muscles.

For more information: Dr. A.J. Zelinksi, DC | Arise Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation | 512.467.1100 | atxrehab.com

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A LOOK AT THE

‘FEMALE ATHLETE TRIAD’

SPECIAL CONTRIBUTION TO AUSTIN MD MAGAZINE BY DR. HEATHER FULLERTON FROM SCOTT & WHITE HOSPITAL-ROUND ROCK.

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The three conditions include: Disordered Eating Abnormal eating habits for fear of gaining weight (i.e., crash diets, binge-eating) or excessive exercise keep the body from getting adequate nutrition. 

Menstrual Dysfunction Poor nutrition, low calorie intake, high-energy demands, physical and emotional stress or low percentage of body fat can lead to hormonal changes that stop menstrual periods (amenorrhea). 

Premature Osteoporosis (Low Bone Density) A lack of periods disrupts the body’s bone-building processes and weakens the skeleton, making bones more likely to break. 

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WHO’S AT RISK? According to Dr. Heather Fullerton, a physiatrist and sports medicine physician at Scott & White Hospital – Round Rock, “females in almost any sport can develop one or more parts of this triad. And at greatest risk are those in sports that emphasize being lean (such as bodybuilding, ballet dancing, endurance sports or gymnastics) or improved performance (such as long-distance running or triathletes).”

In addition, fashion trends and advertising often encourage women to try to reach unhealthy weight levels. Some female athletes suffer from low self-esteem or depression, and may focus on weight loss because they think they are heavier than they actually are. Others feel pressure to lose weight from athletic coaches or parents.

Female athletes should consider these questions: Are you dissatisfied with your body?

Do you strive to be thin?  Do you continuously focus on your weight?  

If the answers are yes, you may be at risk for developing abnormal patterns of eating (disordered eating), which can lead to menstrual dysfunction and early osteoporosis.

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ports and exercise are healthy activities for girls and women of all ages. Occasionally, a female athlete who has to focus on having a very lean physique for her sport, including low body fat percentage, may end up eating too little or exercising too much, also known as overtraining.

Overtraining while under-fueling in the longterm can cause significant damage to one’s health, and in some cases, death. It can also significantly affect the athlete’s performance or make it necessary to limit or stop exercise altogether.

Three interrelated illnesses can develop when a girl or young woman goes to extremes in dieting or exercise. Together, these three conditions are known as the “female athlete triad.”

Females are five to 10 times more likely to have disordered eating than males, and the problem is especially common in females who are athletic. The illness takes many forms. Some starve themselves (anorexia nervosa) or engage in cycles of overeating and purging (bulimia). Others severely restrict the amount of food they eat, fast for prolonged periods of time or misuse diet pills, diuretics or laxatives. Those with disordered eating may also exercise excessively to try to keep their weight “FEMALES IN down.

ALMOST ANY Fullerton, who specializes in SPORT CAN bone health and osteoporosis, DEVELOP explains that while disordered ONE OR MORE eating can cause dehydration, PARTS OF THIS TRIAD.” muscle fatigue and weakness, erratic heartbeat, kidney damage and other serious conditions, not taking in enough calories can lead to bone loss.

“It is particularly bad to lose bone when you are a teenager or young woman because that is when your body should be building bone, not losing it,” she says.

“Hormonal imbalances can lead to more bone loss through menstrual dysfunction.”

When bone tissue wears away, the athlete’s skeleton is fragile. Low bone mass puts her at increased risk for stress fractures.

Missing three or more periods in a row is also cause for concern in female athletes. With normal menstruation, the body produces estrogen, a hormone that helps keep bones strong. Without a menstrual cycle (amenorrhea), the level of estrogen may be lowered, causing a loss of bone density and strength (premature osteoporosis). If this happens during youth, it may become a serious problem later in life when the natural process of bone mineral loss begins after menopause.

RECOGNIZING THE SYMPTOMS Fullerton explains that recognizing the triad is the first step. You should see a physician right away if you miss several menstrual periods, get a stress fracture in sports or think you might have disordered eating.

The physician will need a complete medical history. Your physician will give you a complete physical examination and may use laboratory tests to check for pregnancy, thyroid disease and other medical conditions. In some cases, a bone density test will be recommended.

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TREATMENT Treatment for female athlete triad can often require help from an interdisciplinary team of specialists, including a sports medicine physician, family, a trainer, a nutritionist and a psychological counselor.

To reach Dr. Heather Fullerton, please contact Scott & White’s Round Rock location, which specializes in sports medicine, at 512-509-0200 or visit sw.org.

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INJURY PREVENTION FOR

YOUNG ATHLETES

What do you need to know?

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s another fall sports season approaches, a major goal of the coaches, trainers and parents is keeping the athletes healthy and contributing to their respective sports.

However, injury is inevitable and part of the game. Pediatric athletes present with a variety of injuries, the most common being the overuse type like Osgood-Schlatter disease and stress fractures. These injuries occur due to excessive stress placed on bone, muscle and tendon tissue that are constantly growing and not always at the same rate. Risk factors for these injuries include asymmetry in joint flexibility/ mobility and muscle strength, impaired balance, training and recovery errors, and previous injury. There is potential for many overuse injuries to be prevented by knowing and following a few simple principles.

Pre-participation physical exams can be helpful for identifying many of the risk factors mentioned previously. It is recommended that these exams should include at minimum an assessment of joint mobility and flexibility and muscle strength and flexibility, as well as a thorough review of the past medical history to determine if the student is even appropriate for athletics. Recently, functional screening tools have been

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developed to reveal asymmetries and imbalances during basic movement patterns that are the foundation for many of the movements required during sport.

Training and conditioning play a major role in injury prevention, as well. The term, “cultural deconditioning,” has been coined recently to describe the decrease in physical activity in our youth that has coincided with an increase in video game and computer use. So when the offseason ends and it’s time to get out and enjoy the 105-degree Texas heat, the body is not ready to stand up to the stresses suddenly placed on the body. A way to combat this is to promote an active, healthy lifestyle by putting down the Xbox controller and spending more time outside, taking part in offseason conditioning camps or participating in local fitness classes.

A guideline known as the “10 percent rule” has also been developed to allow student athletes to transition back into sports activities. The BRETT NEILSON idea is that the amount of training time, distance, repetitions or load should not be increased by greater than 10 percent per week. For example, if students are running 10 miles per week, they should not run more than 11 miles in the following week.

Knowing the signs and symptoms of overuse injuries is paramount.

They are all too often written off as “growing pains” and are allowed to increase in severity, resulting in extensive time away from sport during the recovery process. Common signs and symptoms include pain that is persistent in nature and takes longer than usual to resolve, visible swellMIKE McTAGUE ing, tenderness that can be localized to one area and/or require interruption of normal athletic activities.

Finally, having an open line of communication between the coaches, trainers, other health care professionals, parents and athletes is imperative in injury prevention. Lack of or inconsistencies in the transfer of information between any of these parties can result in delayed access to proper prevention or treatment techniques and keep the athlete from performing at the highest possible level.

To learn more about prevention and treatment or to schedule an appointment, please call 888-658-8483 or visit texpts.com.

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OUCH!

Low back pain: not just for adults

BY DR. AVINASH RAMCHANDANI

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Patients with pinched nerves can have weakness in the legs and imbalanced walking.

If you suspect your child has any of these conditions and would like to be seen, please contact Pain Care Physicians or Dr. Ramchandani at 512-326-5440.

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ow back pain is a common cause of disability in many adults. Unfortunately, low back pain is not only a common cause of pain in adults; many children, especially those who play sports and carry heavy loads, can suffer from low back pain.

There are many causes of low back pain, but the three most common types are: pain that remains in the low back, pain that radiates to the legs and pain that is only in the low back. Most common in children, as well as adults, is the first type: pain that remains in the low back. The joints in the low back, called the “facets,” most often cause this pain. This pain is usually self-limiting, and it can be treated conservatively with physical therapy, chiropractic treatment and anti-inflammatory medications.

There are incidences, especially with children who play sports like volleyball and gymnastics, where a small fracture can develop near these joints and cause the pain. This condition, when accompanied by movement of the vertebrae on each other, is called spondylolisthesis.

This usually does not cause major long-term side effects, but anybody with a suspicion of spondylolisthesis should see a physician.

Pain that radiates to someones legs can be something quite serious. It is possible that pain radiating to the legs comes from nerve irritation in the low back. There are likely various causes of the nerve irritation, the most common being a “pinched nerve” (also known as sciatica) from a disc bulge. This is a common occurrence in children as well, although not as common as in adults. Increasingly, it is becoming more commonplace as more children are obese and sedentary in their lifestyle. Patients with pinched nerves can have weakness in their legs and imbalanced walking, and they should see a physician quickly.

Low back pain with pain radiating down to the legs is more common in children who have a rheumatological condition. This is usually caused by joint pain, along with nerve irritation and possibly even irritation of the sacroiliac joint. Sacroiliitis (inflammation in the sacroiliac joint) is very common in ankylosing spondylitis and other inflammatory arthritic conditions. These ailments can cause extreme disfiguring conditions in the future, and patients who have them need to see a physician and get definitive treatment as soon as possible.

There are times when low back pain in children is a simple muscle pull or just the result of a sedentary lifestyle; when this is the case, children can be rehabilitated quickly with physical therapy, medication and just simple activity. There are also times when children can have disc bulges due to heavy backpacks and lifting technique issues.

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A New Fitness Paradigm for

HEALTHY AGING Fighting metabolic syndrome and aging “youthfully” with Fit-150

BY DR. DONGXUN ZHANG D. AOM, L. AC

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WHAT IS METABOLIC SYNDROME?

Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of health problems that includes increased blood pressure, high blood sugar levels, excess body fat around the waist and abnormal cholesterol levels. This cluster increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes and in some cases cancer – and the problem is growing. In the United States alone, more than 30 percent of all adults and 50 percent of people over 60 suffer from metabolic syndrome.

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we can remain as robust and vigorously active as we were throughout our younger years. One way to accomplish this goal is through practicing a new and revolutionary approach to fitness and wellness referred to as Fit-150. This new approach offers a way to stay healthy and more youthful as we age.

THE THEORY OF INTENDED EVOLUTION

Fit-150 is based on the theory of intentional evolution. Intentional evolution holds that our minds and attitudes affect our endocrine system and hormones, and consequently, our overall health. For example, when we experience stress, worry or fear, the adrenal glands have a FIT-150 tendency to produce more IS A HIGHLY of the stress hormone corEFFECTIVE AND tisol. If too much cortisol DISTINCTLY is produced, blood sugar UNIQUE and harmful cholesterol PROGRAM.” levels rise. Elevated cortisol levels can cause loss in bone density and result in a weakened immune system.

However, if we know how to use the mind in a positive way, we can produce beneficial hormones such as specific endorphins, serotonin

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eople usually associate aging with sagging muscles, wrinkles, weight gain, dependent living or the use of walkers and/or wheelchairs. All too often, this image becomes a sad reality. Today, some of these signs are beginning to appear in people at increasingly younger ages. Men and women in their 30s and 40s take medications for high blood pressure, high cholesterol and blood sugar issues. Many even die young from these problems.

Why do so many people experience this poor quality of life as they age? The main reason: metabolic syndrome.

and dopamine levels. Instead of breaking down the body, we build a stronger immune system, a more vigorous cardiovascular system, and a healthier brain.

NEW FITNESS GOALS: HEALTHY AGING AND LONGEVITY

The overwhelming majority of other fitness programs focus on goals such as lifting a certain amount of weight, completing a certain number of push-ups or leg lifts or accumulating so many steps in walking or running. Such goals are often more about pleasing the trainer or improving body shape aesthetics rather than real health.

In adopting Fit-150, the goals are healthy aging and longevity. Fit-150 focuses on teaching exercises and meditations specifically designed to balance and enhance our endocrine system and alleviate the underlying stress that contributes to metabolic imbalances. The physical exercises are unique, enMORE THAN 30 joyable and easy to learn, for seniors.

PERCENT OF especially Events manager Terri ALL ADULTS AND Hallenbeck at the Long50 PERCENT OF horn senior living comUNITED STATES munity in Austin has SENIOR CITIZENS seen the results of Fit-150 OVER 60 SUFFER firsthand. “Our seniors the Fit-150 Mind/ FROM METABOLIC love Body exercise program,” SYNDROME. she reports. “Fit-150 have proven to be highly effective and clearly stands out amongst other like programs. In just a few short weeks, many of our seniors began to lose weight, experienced a decrease in blood pressure, stress levels came down and eliminated the need for some of their medications.

Diabetic subjects reported a less frequent need for insulin, and one resident reported completely coming off a diuretic and cut blood pressure medication use in half after just four weeks into the program. The seniors also experienced more flexibility, better balance and a feeling of harmonious bodily well-being.”

Because excess fat is a major risk factor in metabolic syndrome, a unique function of Fit-150 is a set of specialized exercises designed to burn fat in targeted areas such as the chin, neck, upper arms, waist, belly and buttocks. Traditional weightloss approaches work large muscles to burn energy attempting to lose fat. It’s difficult to lose weight when hunger sets in after a strenuous training session. Instead Fit-150 exercises are uniquely designed to use very little muscle and directly burn the stored fat restoring a balanced appetite, making it easier not only to lose weight, but to keep it off.

Fit-150 helps you learn how to align your mind with your natural blueprint for health. The results: longevity, a higher quality of life and healthy aging—truly a new paradigm in fitness.

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BEATING THE

LUNCHBOX BLUES How to pack a lunch that keeps both kids and parents happy chool is in session, and parents here in Central Texas are once again faced with a task that many dread: packing your child’s lunch. Like most parents, you want to do a good job, which means creating a nutritious, well-balanced meal that your child will actually eat. So what is a parent to do? All it takes is a little planning, some imagination and feedback from your child.

The contents of a child’s lunch are important because eating habits are formed and heart disease, obesity, osteoporosis and

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other diseases begin to develop during these early years. Obesity rates in children have doubled in the last decade, and fatty buildups are being seen in the arteries of children as young as 10 years old.

Unfortunately, many lunchboxes are overloaded with fat, sugar and salt and are often missing fruit, vegetables and whole grains.

But since a handful of foods do most of the damage to children’s diets and health, a handful of changes can go a long way toward improving them.

Start Packing

According to Amanda Helberg, a physician assistant at Scott & White’s Lago Vista Clinic, the first step in planning any school lunch should always be to ask a child what he or she wants to eat. Children tend to eat healthier if they have a say in preparing their meals. When you offer children a variety of lunch foods, they can help decide what to pack. When they are in on the decision-making, they will almost always be open to trying new nutritious and healthy foods.

1 / Pack the lunch the night before to help

avoid the morning rush.

2 / To protect your child from food borne

bacteria, keep foods fresh by keeping hot foods hot and cold foods cold. Use “blue ice” packs or a frozen juice box to maintain cooler temperatures.

3 / Encourage your child to

choose 1 percent or fat-free milk.

4 / Leave out the juice, and pack

a bottle of water instead. Juice provides little nutritional value and packs a lot of calories, leading to increased weight and obesity over time.

5 / Leave the cheese off sandwiches, unless it’s

low-fat or fat-free cheese. Though cheese

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provides calcium, it is the second leading source of artery-clogging saturated fat in kids’ diets. Healthier sources of calcium include lower-fat cheese (Swiss cheese is great), fatfree and 1 percent milk and low-fat yogurt.

6 / Switch from ham, bologna, salami, pastrami or corned beef and other fatty lunch meats to low-fat alternatives such as sliced turkey and chicken.

7 / Use whole-grain bread instead

of white bread for sandwiches.

Choose breads that list “whole wheat” as the first ingredient.

8 / Sneak vegetables – like lettuce or slices

of cucumber, tomatoes, green pepper, roasted peppers, zucchini or sweet onions – into sandwiches.

9 / Include at least one serving of fruit in

every lunch. In addition to apples, oranges and bananas, try pears, sliced melon, cups of applesauce, grapes or pineapple (fresh or canned in its own juice).

10 / Kids love to dip! Pack raw veggies with

low-fat ranch dressing or peanut butter.

Try chicken or tuna salad or hummus and whole-wheat crackers. Send slices of fruit with a yogurt or peanut butter dip.

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HERE ARE SOME TIPS FOR PACKING A HEALTHY LUNCH:

SIMPLE, BUT NUTRITIOUS?

With the morning rush to get the kids ready for school and out the door with a home-packed lunch, many families are turning to pre-packaged lunches such as Lunchables. But how do they stack up nutritionally?

11 / Trail mix is a great lunchbox item. Mix nuts, seeds, soy

nuts, raisins, dried cranberries or other dried fruits with a few chocolate chips.

Lunchables™

Make Your Own

12 / Limit cookies, snack cakes, doughnuts, brownies and

Bologna

Whole wheat crackers (5)

American Cheese

Peanut Butter (2 T.)

Wild Cherry Capri Sun™ drink

Sugar snap peas (1 c.)

M&Ms™

Bing Cherries (1 c.)

other sweet baked goods.

13 / Pack baked chips, pretzels, Cheerios, bread sticks

or low-fat crackers instead of potato, corn, tortilla or other chips.

14 / Don’t overlook leftovers; pasta salads, bean salads,

pita pizzas, etc., are great the next day. Pasta is a great lunchtime treat that tastes good at room temperature.

15 / Don’t send Lunchables, which get two-thirds of their

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calories from fat and sugar. Making your own healthy alternative is as easy as packing low-fat crackers, low-fat lunch meat, a piece of fruit and a bottle of water in your child’s lunchbox (see chart).

Ask your kids not to discard uneaten food. Parents can evaluate what is being eaten and not eaten and, therefore, be better able to make adjustments. Using these tips, along with feedback from your child, will help make lunch packing a happy and healthy experience for everyone!

1% milk (8 oz. carton) Amount Per Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 530

Calories 563

Total Fat 28g % of calories 47

Total Fat 20.8 % of calories 33

Saturated Fat 13g

Saturated Fat 5.1g

Cholesterol 70mg

Cholesterol 10mg

Sodium 1140mg

Sodium 490mg

Carbohydrates 60g % of calories 45

Carbohydrates 70.5g % of calories 52

Fiber 1g

Fiber 12.5g

Protein 12g % of calories 9

Protein 21.5g % of calories 15

Calcium 200mg

Calcium 300mg

Fruits None

Fruits 2 servings

Vegetables None

Vegetables 2 servings

For more information, contact the Scott & White Lago Vista Clinic at 830-693-9026.

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TO TANNING BEDS College students could be more at risk for skin cancer than any other demographic

s many college students move back to campus for the upcoming school year, frat parties and good grades are not the only things parents should be concerned about. With 43 percent of college students and 10 percent of teens reporting to have used tanning beds within the last year, melanoma is quickly becoming the leading cause of cancer among teens and young adults.

The skin you are born with has to last you your entire life. Some people do not realize that although skin is the largest and sometimes toughest organ on your body, it often times is the one organ that undergoes the most damage. For many teens and young adults, keeping up appearances is often their top priority and some will do anything to achieve the look of perfect, sun-kissed skin. More and more college students are turning to indoor tanning beds to obtain quicker results than just sunbathing alone. The biggest concern among many healthcare professionals is most ‘millennials’ are not aware of the serious and sometimes deadly effects attributed to indoor tanning. In fact, a recent study conducted with 400 college students showed one fourth of those who participated actually displayed clinical signs of addiction to tanning.

Young tanning bed users do not realize how dangerous this ‘extracurricular’ activity can truly be. Their skin may be beautiful and bronze today, but in 20 years it could look like beef jerky.

In 2011, the Center for Disease Control’s Youth Risk Behavior

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Surveillance System found 32 percent of 12th grade girls had used a tanning bed. The FDA estimates that about 30 million Americans use indoor tanning beds each year, 2.3 million of them being teens.

There are 63,000 new cases of melanoma diagnosed in the United States each year and an estimated 9,000 annual deaths from the disease, many of them involving teens and young adults. Tanning beds emit five times the UV radiation than the midday sun, and using tanning beds increases your risk for skin cancer by 75 percent.

There are more reported skin cancer cases caused by tanning than lung cancer cases caused by smoking.

“We have dedicated a large part of what we do to helping clients reduce the harmful effects of sun damage and tanning,” says Ritter Vonali, co-owner of Novopelle.

“Women in their early 30’s to their late 50’s come in looking to get rid of wrinkles, dark spots, and sagging skin. Many of our clients have attributed their skin problems to un-safe tanning practices they participated in when they were younger.”

Men and women spend thousands of dollars each year on repairing skin damaged by the sun and tanning. From Botox to laser skin rejuvenation treatments, people will pay a pretty penny to gain back the beautiful, youthful looking skin they once had. If being tan is an absolute must, consider alternatives like instant tanning lotions or spray tanning to achieve that perfect glow. Remember to always wear sunscreen when outdoors and please…protect your skin; it is with you forever.

To call the Austin location for Novopelle call 512-462-1433 or visit novopelle.com.

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COME ROCK

the red carpet

for Austin’s hottest and most admirable Docs It’s that time of year again for Austin MD Magazine to roll out the red carpet for Austin’s hottest and most admirable medical professionals at our

Second Annual Date a Doc Charity Auction!

In the following pages we’d like you to meet this year’s bachelors and bachelorettes who are not only eligible but charitable too.

Learn more about the nonprofits they will be supporting, their interests and get ready to bid! For more about the contestants and the packages for bid visit our website at www.austinmdmagazine.com.

PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEVE DEMENT

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What do you love most about your job?

What I love most about my job is the ability to give someone confidence or change a perspective just by altering a person’s smile with proper education on what it takes to remain healthy overall.

My job entails more than that of cleaning teeth, but overall wellness of an individual.

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Why did you pursue a career in medicine?

I wanted to pursue a career in medicine due to the always advancement in technology and philosophy in maintaining complete wellness and healthcare. Researchers as well as clinicians are always trying to better educate and promoted wellness and overall care in the communities in which they reside.

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Tell us about the nonprofit you chose and why you are passionate this cause.

I chose Best Answer for Cancer Foundation because cancer can affect everyone from children, to adults, to elderly. I also had a family member who suffered a long bout with cancer three years ago.

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What’s your idea of an ideal date?

An ideal date would be something in a relaxed atmosphere where the two individuals can converse to get to know each other better.

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What do you look for in a romantic partner?

I look for similar beliefs in an ideal mate, with a common understanding and someone who likes to have fun and live life to the fullest!! :-)

What do you love most about your job?

Dermatology is an extremely diverse field, which means that I get to see patients of all ages, do surgical and cosmetic procedures and read biopsies in the lab. Each and every day is a different experience. Skin cancer is the number one cause of cancer in our country. Advanced melanoma kills approximately one patient an hour in the US. However, when caught early, it has a greater than 95 percent survival rate. I love making this kind of difference in people’s lives everyday!

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Why did you pursue a career in medicine?

I completed an extra year of training in Dermatopathology. Therefore, when any of the providers in my practice performs a skin biopsy, I get to read and interpret it in the laboratory.

I love being able to tie together a patient’s appearance in clinic with what I am seeing on their biopsy. In that way, I am able to look at the big picture and give them a more appropriate diagnosis to help with treatment and management.

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Tell us about the nonprofit you chose and why you are passionate this cause.

I chose Austin Pets Alive, which is a volunteer organization that works to make Austin a 100 percent no-kill city. I have two small dogs myself, which I got in 2009 at an animal shelter in Bastrop. Since then, I have been extremely passionate about encouraging people to choose their pets from a local shelter rather than a breeder or a pet shop. I hope that this auction brings awareness to this amazing organization and encourages more people to volunteer with or donate to them.

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What do you look for in a romantic partner?

I value a sense of humor, good manners, and intelligence. It doesn’t hurt if they are tall either, as I am 5’9”!

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Lindsey Dailey Hicks, MD Baylor Scott & White Healthcare Round Rock, Dermatologist and Dermatopathologist www.sw.org Astrological Sign: Aquarius

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What do you love most about your job?

What I love the most about my job is the impact our services and company culture have on our patients and team members. It is a privilege to assist our patients in meeting their developmental milestones and/or outlined goals; this most often results in watching their confidence blossom as they apply the skills that they acquire. It is a joy to watch our team members evolve and grow in their skills; watching them feel more empowered as time goes by is my definition of success.

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Why did you pursue a career in medicine?

Coming from a Greek household, family preferences often play a part in career choices.

I am forever indebted to my aunt Mary Bakiris (who is a Hematologist/Oncologist) for playing a pivotal role in my decision to pursue a career in the Rehabilitative Sciences.

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What’s special and unique about your practice?

We know the difference between wanting to be the “best” in our field vs. giving and applying our very best. The first places the focus on ourselves and the latter is all about our patients.

Tsambika Bakiris MS, CCC-SLP Sonrisas Therapies/Founder www.sonrisastherapies.net Astrological Sign: Libra

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Tell us about the nonprofit you chose and why you are passionate this cause.

I have chosen the Center for Child Protection because they work hard to support our community in ending the cycle of child abuse. Some examples of what they offer include providing parenting classes, forensic interviews, legal counsel, and therapeutic services.

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What’s your idea of an ideal date?

One that is effortless…

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What do you look for in a romantic partner?

I am looking for someone who has a sense of humor and who enjoys vacationing on a boat in the Greek Isles.

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What do you love most about your job?

Patients come to me when a specific aspect of their physical appearance does not match the way they feel inside. Whether it is an aging face that I perform a facelift on, breasts that are stretched out and have lost volume after childbearing that I augment or lift, or a crooked nose with a bump on the bridge that I re-shape, the benefit of these services is that I can surgically alter a body part that is of concern to a patient in a matter of hours, and this can be life-changing.

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Why did you pursue a career in medicine?

I wanted to help patients to look on the outside as good or as young as they feel on the inside. 91 percent of cosmetic surgery patients are women who would like to improve upon their outward appearance, so it actually is a natural fit. This was clear to me during medical school and residency while rotating through all of the surgical fields; so I went with the specialty I felt I had the most natural talent for as well as ability to relate to that particular patient demographic.

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What’s special and unique about your practice?

I am the sole owner of my business. So it is unique in that it is a woman-owned and operated business in what is traditionally a male-dominated field. I do not share space with any other surgeons or physicians so I have the autonomy to run my practice the way I want to run my practice. This is relatively rare in today’s healthcare environment and governmental regulatory climate. I like the privacy, safety, and discretion I can provide for my cosmetic patients which I truly believe is in their best interest.

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Tell us about the nonprofit you chose and why you are passionate this cause.

I proudly support the Junior League of Austin’s Food in Tummies (FIT) program, a unique program designed to provide weekend nourishment to elementary school children who qualify for free or reduced meals. I am passionate about helping support these children to provide an optimal environment for learning to occur in.

No child has an optimal environment to learn in if he or she is hungry, malnourished, or tired.

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What’s your idea of an ideal date?

No pressure, dinner and a movie, going to the lake, going to a sporting event. Mutual shared interests with physical attraction make for a promising date.

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What do you look for in a romantic partner?

Someone who is caring, has a sense of humor, intelligent, rolls with the flow. He is physically fit and attractive; there is chemistry. He is flexible, honest, and is not needy or dramatic. He respects my independence and career, and most importantly is wholly accepting of my precious twin 3-and-a-half-year-old boys.

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Jennifer L. Walden, MD Plastic surgeon and Owner at Jennifer L. Walden, MD, PLLC and Walden Cosmetic Surgery Center, PLLC http://www.jenniferwalden.com Astrological Sign: Scorpio

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What do you love most about your job?

I really love interacting with my patients. I love learning about the lives of my patients and helping them decrease their pain and be able to return to the life the activities that they love and that are important to them.

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Why did you pursue a career in medicine?

I love the puzzle that is the human body. I love understanding how the body moves and intricacies that make up even the basic movements of the body. I am very passionate about conservative, non-invasive care options for pain relief and I love empowering people to better understand pain related to movement dysfunctions.

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What’s special and unique about your practice?

I love practicing in a private practice environment! It is very challenging, but I feel that success in this setting is the best reflection of a competent and dedicated practitioner. Texas Physical Therapy Specialists has opened my eyes to new techniques and treatments that has changed my practice in the last two years. All of my colleges are dedicated to the most evidence based and cutting edge techniques with a focus on the patient. It keeps me challenged and investing in my skills and practice techniques.

Victoria Leake, PT, DPT, OCS

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Tell us about the nonprofit you chose and why you are passionate this cause.

I have chosen to donate to the Jeremiah Program. The Jeremiah program helps to support single mothers in their pursuit of higher education by providing safe and affordable housing, quality early childhood education, Personal Empowerment and life skills training, and support for career-track education. Jeremiah Program has been shown to successfully help determined single mothers to excel in the workforce, ready their children to succeed in school, and reduce generational dependence on public assistance. Jeremiah Program currently has two fully operational sites in Minnesota that serve 300 women and children annually. Phase 1 of a campus in Austin, TX, housing four families, opened in fall 2013, with plans to break ground on a permanent campus in early 2015, which will house 35 additional single mother families. I am passionate about empowering women through education and reducing generational dependency on government assistance. I would love to help support the Jeremiah Program in their 2015 campus goal with my donation.

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What’s your idea of an ideal date?

A great glass of wine and some amazing conversation, maybe some flirting. On cooler nights sitting by a fire is one of my favorite date night activities.

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What do you look for in a romantic partner?

Communication. I am most interested in a strong man who can relate to their partner on an intellectual, spiritual and emotional level. The ability to communicate on a deep and understanding level is the most attractive attribute. Beyond that an interest in culture and serving others would be something I hope that we would share.

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What do you love most about your job?

I love helping people look and feel better about themselves.

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Why did you pursue a career in medicine?

There are few challenges as mentally grueling and emotionally rewarding.

What’s special and unique about your practice?

My practice is a combination of cosmetic dermatology, leg vein treatments, and clinical research.

Not only do I get to have fun every single day performing cosmetic procedures, but I also take pride in helping to advance the fields of dermatology and cosmetic surgery.

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Tell us about the nonprofit you chose and why you are passionate this cause.

The Dermatology Foundation.

This is a wonderful nonprofit organization aimed at advancing dermatologic research and clinical care.

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What’s your idea of an ideal date?

Dinner and great conversation that includes stories of past horrible and humiliating dates

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What do you look for in a romantic partner?

Kind, genuine, hard-working, and intelligent.

Tobin Lim CMO of reVIVE Hydration www.revivehydration.com Astrological Sign:Virgo

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What do you love most about your job?

Interacting with athletes of all levels and being able to optimize their natural performance abilities and speed recovery times.

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Why did you pursue a career in medicine?

It is a mastery of the most basic of sciences: math, physics, chemistry, biology, anatomy, physiology, etc.

Being able to draw knowledge from these various subjects, augment a few variables and change a persons clinical outcomes for the better.

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What’s special and unique about your practice?

reVIVE Hydration is a concierge IV infusion and medical service that has the ability to treat and provide additional ancillary medical services (if needed).

Tell us about the nonprofit you chose and why you are passionate this cause.

Big brother Big Sisters of Central Texas Austin. It is not just another non profit charity. It is a vital investment in our most precious natural resource: “our children.” I believe investing in our children of today inspires a lasting future for tomorrow.

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What’s your idea of an ideal date?

Keeping it simple: Good food and amazing conversation.

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What do you look for in a romantic partner?

Ambition is in my opinion the most attractive feature I seek out in a female partner.

What do you love most about your job?

Being able to set goals with patients and working with them through the process of healing to obtain these goals and optimize their level of function so they can return to what they love.

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Why did you pursue a career in medicine?

For the knowledge of how the human body works and the opportunity to apply this knowledge to bring others away from a position of pain and dysfunction.

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Tell us about the nonprofit you chose and why you are passionate this cause.

The African Children’s Choir is an organization that helps Africa’s most vulnerable children today, so they can

help Africa tomorrow. The organization began in 1984 in the midst of Uganda’s bloody civil war. To date, over a thousand children have been through the choir program and the funds generated have provided the opportunity of education and hope for many thousands like them in some of the most desperate and needy areas of Africa. My interest started a few years back as I attended one of their events in Austin. In August 2014 I spent two weeks with the organization in Uganda, Africa. I was first able to visit the center in which the choir children are educated and train. My visit continued as I helped provide a four day camp for high school aged teens that are previous choir members and are still involved with the organization through educational and leadership training. I love this organization as they truly embrace the idea of helping Africa’s most vulnerable children today, so they can help Africa tomorrow.

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What’s your idea of an ideal date?

Start off by going out on SUP boards to enjoy Town Lake, grab dinner at a small local Austin restaurant, and enjoy the sunset on Mount Bonnell.

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What do you look for in a romantic partner?

Faithful, respectful, healthy and active, a servants heart, creates an inviting atmosphere of warmth and love, diligent, and a beauty that shines from within and out.

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J.D. Whittemore Texas Physical Therapy Specialists - Westlake Board Certified Sports Physical Therapists www.texpts.com Astrological Sign: Scorpio

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What do you love most about your job?

I love the fact that I have the ability to take care of anyone - from the very young to the very old.

Additionally, the privilege of being able to see the spectrum of human experience and serve others at the critical points in their lives is extremely rewarding. This experience offers a unique and beautiful perspective on life that very few get to see, which adds elements of both humility and depth that I feel blessed to receive.

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Why did you pursue a career in medicine?

You know, being a doctor was always my mother’s dream. I initially pursued it because she had always wanted to become a physician, but she was unable to do so because of cultural barriers. I decided to become a physician because I thought it would be a great way to repay the debt I owe to her for being a fantastic mom! Being in a profession that helps others gives me a deep sense of meaning and self worth.

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What’s special and unique about your practice?

I have the opportunity and freedom to work in several different practice environments; and each one offers it’s own benefits and pitfalls. But, it is the diversity that makes it fun and interesting.

Additionally, not only do emergency physicians get to take care of people of all ages, we do so regardless of their economic status. This makes us the front lines of medicine. Having this responsibility is unique to emergency medicine and I feel privileged to be there!

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Tell us about the nonprofit you chose and why you are passionate this cause.

Donating to the Vipassana Center so others can learn to find peace and happiness within themselves would be a wonderful gift. It is a non-profit meditation center based in Kaufman, TX that teaches Vipassana Meditation. Essentially, it shows an “Art of Living” as a way to lead a happy, peaceful, and compassionate life. A couple years ago, while I was living in Dallas, I realized that I wasn’t happy or satisfied.

At this point, I turned to Vipassana Meditation - something I had heard about for several years and took a course. It’s been an amazing experience to take a course and practice meditation. The course has helped me lead a more peaceful and happier life — something we all strive toward.

Harbir Singh Freelance Emergency Physician/Austin Emergency Center www.austiner.com Astrological Sign: Cancer

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What’s your idea of an ideal date?

I think the perfect date would be a perfect blend of fun, exotic, and romantic. It is tough to say specifics, because for an ideal date it would have to be a mix of things that she also enjoys. We could start out by paddle boarding around the lake and then stopping for a snack at a food truck. For the evening, we would go to an outdoor concert in the park, followed by a chef’s table dinner, and a night out on the town.

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What do you look for in a romantic partner?

A great romantic partner is also a best friend! She would be someone who loves being outdoors, playing sports - especially tennis, and traveling. Being lighthearted and having a sense of humor are critical!

Lastly, she should be passionate about what she does and want to make a difference.

What do you love most about your job?

I am extremely passionate about working with children with disabilities, especially in their most natural environment. The most beneficial part of working in clients homes is that it allows me to work towards goals in a real life setting, as well as educate parents on an ongoing basis of treatment techniques. There are so many moments in my day where I catch myself smiling because a child is now able to feed themselves, dress themselves, grasp a pencil to write their name independently, or socially interact with others by making eye contact or asking questions to peers. I truly feel so blessed to witness some of these moments.

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Why did you pursue a career in medicine?

I truly enjoy helping others be more independent.

Just because a person may have a disability, does not mean they cannot be an active participant in life and live their life to the fullest. I wanted to choose a career that allows one to heal the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of their life and feel that occupational therapy allows me to use a holistic approach to do so.

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What’s special and unique about your practice?

I love being a part of Sonrisas Therapies. The homecare agency was started three years ago

by Tsambika Bakiris, a speech therapist who was passionate about creating a company that is ethical and can reach out to families of all statuses. Although the company is growing, it has strong roots that allows one to feel like part of a family. We all support one another which is a refreshing feeling.

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Tell us about the nonprofit you chose and why you are passionate this cause.

The nonprofit I am choosing is actually Pick With Austin. I chose a charity that hits close to home, as I currently also work with teenagers with depression and other mental health issues.

I came across this nonprofit while I was doing some research for teens and mental health and think it is incredible that they donate guitars and other musical instruments/accessories to those “at risk.” I think sometimes it is scary to talk about these issues, but it is important to raise awareness around them to prevent things from getting worse!

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Asha Surti, MS OTR/L Lead Occupational Therapist/Sonrisas TherapiesPediatric Home and Healthcare Services, LLC www.sonrisastherapies.com Astrological Sign: Scorpio

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What’s your idea of an ideal date?

I am pretty laid back, so as long as we are laughing and have good conversation, I will be happy! Having a great meal, wine, and live music would not hurt either ;-)

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What do you look for in a romantic partner?

Genuine, friendly, someone who is active and regards health and balance as important, and who can keep me smiling!

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Angela Biddle, RN, BSN Austin Emergency Center/Registered Nurse http://www.austinER.com/ Astrological Sign: Scorpio

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What do you love most about your job?

I love the diversity of the patients. I am grateful to have the opportunity to care for people of all ages and all types. Emergencies do not discriminate! Also, everyday is guaranteed to be different from the previous in the Emergency Department.You just never know what your day holds. ​

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I​ chose “Meals on Wheels and More of Austin.” I am extremely passionate about our elderly population.

Unfortunately, we live in a society that views ageing as undesirable and a liability. What I have learned throughout the years from my patients is that our Seniors have some of the best stories, life advice, and loving hearts I have known! It makes me sad to think of the 80-year-old-man who is homebound with little or no help, not able to go out to the grocery store, or buy a hot meal anymore because of mobility issues, or visual or hearing impairments. ​

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What’s your idea of an ideal date?

​ y ideal date is dinner at a quiet restaurant getting to M know somebody without having to scream at them across the table because its too loud.

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What do you look for in a romantic partner?

I look for somebody who is genuine, humble and a​ brainiac! I love intelligence.

What’s special and unique about your practice?

Austin Emergency Centers (AEC) brings fast, concierge-level, quality emergency care to our local community. Our patients enjoy the ambience and aesthetics of a high-end private practice, followed by an evaluation by an experienced, emergency room physician and nurse, within minutes of entry to our facilities. ​The concept of the Free Standing Emergency Department is one that is fairly new, especially to Austin. Austin Emergency Center is the first locally-owned ER in Austin, the first independently-run ER in Austin, and our two locations are the first freestanding ER’s in Central and South Austin. This makes us unique and adds that personal touch for the patients as well as the staff. We are truly a team, and I do not feel like “just another nurse” who works in the ER. I feel like I have a voice and my opinions matter.

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Why did you pursue a career in medicine?

I never considered anything else.

I remember learning how to spell “pediatrician” in preschool and never turned back since.Various events in my life as well as research/volunteering in the field solidified my decision. Health is a huge component to happiness and I feel fortunate and honored to be able to impact people this way.

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Tell us about the nonprofit you chose and why you are passionate this cause.

I chose Wonders & Worries which is the only organization in Central Texas dedicated to providing children who have a seriously or chronically ill parent with highly specialized, unique-to-each-family, emotional support and coping skills. Growing up with a chronically ill father due to Multiple Sclerosis and his passing, I personally identify with this amazing local organization and am so happy these services are available to children now. Wonders & Worries is the only program in the nation offering support and coping services to children by professionals trained in child life, a field that focuses on supporting children in a medical crisis, with deep knowledge of child development and family systems. Wonders & Worries does not receive government funding and relies upon the generosity of individuals, businesses, private and corporate foundations, and special events to carry out our mission in the communities they serve. The donation at the Austin MD Magazine Charity Auction will be much appreciated.

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What’s your idea of an ideal date?

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What do you look for in a romantic partner?

A best friend, someone that challenges me, is driven, makes me a better person, lots of laughter, and attraction.

Liking country music and wearing boots occasionally may add some bonus points!

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My ideal date includes a new experience or activity the two of us can do whether it is a new restaurant, stand up paddle boarding, wine tasting etc. A date that includes lots of conversation and learning new things about that other person. A date where the time flies truly because we are so caught up in spending it with each other.

Kellie Reed Dermatology Resident at Seton Medical Center www.seton.net Astrological Sign: Libra

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Dr. Sarradet and Dr. Escobar owners of Rose Dental Group

BACK-TOSCHOOL CHECKUP

Why a visit to the dentist is vital for your child’s health

BY KAT DELGRANDE; INTERVIEWING DR. ROLLIN SARRADET FROM ROSE DENTAL GROUP PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEVE DEMENT

Dr. Sarradet and his daughter

MORE THAN 51 MILLION SCHOOL HOURS ARE LOST Dr. Sarradet and his daughter

AS SUMMER comes to an end, you might find yourself with an extensive list of to-dos that has somehow managed to creep up on you yet again. School supplies, annual physicals and a new wardrobe are essential, but if you want to ensure that your child’s education and health won’t be hindered by any oral health issues, make that visit to the dentist a priority on your child’s back-to-school checklist.

An appointment with your child’s dentist is important because a dentist can diagnose potential oral health problems such as tooth decay and

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ANNUALLY BECAUSE OF ILLNESSES RELATED TO DENTAL PROBLEMS. gum disease. Oral health problems can affect your child’s overall health.

Additionally, there is quite a bit of research now that links oral health issues to other systemic illnesses.

Dr. Rollin Sarradet from Rose Dental Group, suggests thinking of your oral cavity as the gateway to the rest of the body. “In doing so, we recognize the connection between disease processes occurring in the mouth and disease processes happening in other parts of the body.”

According to CDC, although dental cavities – or tooth decay – are

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largely preventable, they remain the most common chronic disease of children aged 6 to 11 years and adolescents aged 12 to 19 years.

More than 51 million school hours are lost annually because of illnesses related to dental problems. Childhood tooth decay is the No. 1 chronic childhood illness. Specifically, pediatric dental disease is seven times more common than hay fever and five times more common than asthma.

Fortunately, tooth decay is probably the most common oral issue that can be caught early, which is why it is vital to our health to see the dentist regularly. Tooth decay is a result of bacteria that, when breaking down food, produce acid, damaging and destroying the tooth enamel.

Although one might think it would be obviDr. Raesz ous that leaving things on your teeth would be harmful, Sarradet finds that people still don’t know, or simply aren’t aware, that dietary issues might be the cause of tooth decay. “Drinking a coke or eating a candy bar before you go to bed and not brushing your teeth – those kinds of things cause tooth decay. There is still a large part of the population that is unaware of the implications of diet and oral health problems.”

A visit to your dentist can also be beneficial for your child if they play any type of contact sport that requires a properly fitted mouth guard. “Custom mouth guards are fabricated with the primary intent of protecting the teeth and supporting structures, as well as potentially reducing the chances of concussion or other jaw induced brain injuries in sporting events,” Sarradet said. “The premise being that the space created between the mandible and temporal bone – when one of these mouth guards is worn, creates a buffer zone between the jaw and the brain above.”

So if it’s been more than six months since your child has seen the dentist – if they’ve taken a little vacation from good oral hygiene – protect your child’s smile and help them avoid tooth pain with regular dental visits. Show your child how painless the dentist can be, and make an appointment for a back-to-school checkup.

For more information on your child’s oral health, please contact Rose Dental Group at any of the following locations: Northwest Austin 11615 Angus Road, Ste. 110 512-795-9463

Southwest Austin 6211 W.William Cannon Drive 512-288-4447

Round Rock 893 N. I-35, Ste. 200 512 310-9374

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CAREGIVER CORNER Answering the ABCs of caregiving

BY CAROL ZERNIAL

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t used to be that when you tuned in to the Today Show, you could see Willard Scott wish one or maybe two 100+ year olds a happy birthday because they were among a handful of centenarian milestones sent to the show.

Now, the show only airs a handful of the many 100th birthday submissions it receives, and several of those milestones are at the 105-year or 108-year mark.

In 2011, the baby boomer generation initiated what has been called the “Silver Tsunami” or the “Age Wave” when its earliest members turned 65. By 2030, this group will grow to 72 million Americans, representing 20 percent of the population, according to the Census Bureau.

That’s a lot of seniors, and they are living longer. The National Institute on Aging (NIA) reports people over the age of 85 are the fastest-growing segment of the population. There were nearly 2 million Americans age 90 or older in 2010, according to the National Institute of Health (NIH), and that population may balloon to 9 million by the year 2050.

As the senior population booms, so too will the population of caregivers – spouses, siblings, children and friends caring for aging loved ones. The National Alliance for Caregiving estimates 29 percent of the U.S. population is made up of caregivers who, on average, provide 20 hours a week of care.

Caregivers often suffer from increased financial and emotional stress. According to one 2006 research study, up to 70 percent of family caregivers display clinically significant symptoms of depression, with a fourth of those people meeting the diagnosis for major depression.

Caregiving is a journey few of us are prepared for, and for the journey to be successful, it’s a good idea to get some advice along the way. Let’s start with the ABCs of caregiving.

WellMed Charitable Foundation Executive Director Carol Zernial is a noted gerontologist, radio show host, and Incoming Chair of the National Council on Aging. The non-profit WellMed Charitable Foundation focuses on complementary programs impacting seniors and family caregivers, including weekly telephone learning sessions, evidence-based classes on stress reduction and more. Find out more at CaregiverSOS.org or toll-free at 1-866-390-6491

Have you reduced your work load or quit your job entirely? Is your entire day enveloped with thoughts of paying for medical bills, arranging for transportation to appointments, checking on your loved ones needs, etc? This is not healthy. Making time to have a life outside your caregiver role is critical so you can return to that role refreshed and ready.  C – Can you tell me the challenges many caregiving face?

There are several challenges including: • Social - Lack of time and energy, social isolation, and reduced time for family life. Social Challenges can lead to other problems because if you no longer have time for people who care about you, you can easily forget to care about yourself.

• Economic - Workplace disruptions, withdrawal from the workforce, and piling medical expenses are all common caregiver challenges.

 B - Becoming a caregiver means losing my identity, right?

That’s the attitude many caregivers take, and it leads to many problems faced by caregivers today. Self-neglect, being unable or unwilling to ask for help, feeling guilty and isolated, and substance abuse are real consequences of caregivers who become swallowed up in their caregiving role. Consider the warning signs: Are you no longer seeing or communicating with friends?

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• Physical - Fatigue, poor nutrition, lack of exercise and self-neglect can affect your health negatively. You have to be active, exercise and eat right because, by doing so, you have a better chance of staying healthy so you can better care for the person who needs your help.

I welcome your questions about caregiving and how to better care for yourself and your loved one. Send your questions to caregiversos@wellmed.net.

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 A - Am I a caregiver?

Caregivers are family members or friends who provide ongoing care and support to loved one’s or friends who have a physical, cognitive or mental health condition. Caregivers are usually children or family members, but they can just be friends or even people who live in another city.

Most care for a relative (86 percent) and usually a parent (36 percent). Caregivers offer rides to the doctor, do grocery shopping, cook and clean, and provide hands-on care such as bathing, dressing and managing medications.

• Psychological - Stress, depression or anxiety, difficult emotions (anger, resentment, and blame) and dramatic changes in how we view ourselves can all be dangerous. Built-up anxiety, stress and other unhealthy feelings are never good for the body, so talk to someone if you notice these feelings.

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ASK DOC THE

TIPS FOR MAINTAINING ORAL HEALTH IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS SPECIAL CONTRIBUTION TO AUSTIN MD BY DR. MICHAEL MOOSSY

In every fairy family, the youngest fairy has the most important job of all. She flies among all the little boys and girls of the world, traveling throughout their households during the night. She waits until they begin to grow up and lose their baby teeth, and then collects them all for herself. She will become the Tooth Fairy forever, capturing the treasure of childhood and bringing laughter and gifts to little children. She will take their lost teeth to Fairyland, where they will become stars in the sky. That means a little part of all the children born from all the love created will always be present in Fairyland.

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our children may have the latest wardrobe, school supplies and sports equipment for the new school year, but do they have a healthy mouth and the tools they’ll need to maintain it?

According to the American Dental Association, a dental examination is as important as immunizations and booster shots, and it should be a regular part of back-to-school preparations. Statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say that tooth decay affects U.S. children more than any other chronic infectious disease, and 19 percent of children ages 2 to 19 years old have untreated tooth decay.

Dental pain or disease can lead to difficulty in eating, speaking, playing and learning, as well as millions of hours of missed school.

YOUR CHILD’S BACK-TO-SCHOOL CHECKLIST SHOULD INCLUDE: Regular dental examinations to diagnose and treat or prevent dental problems: Parents and teachers may not realize there’s a dental problem, so regular checkups are important. Your dentist may suggest fluoride treatments or sealants to prevent decay and can diagnose and treat dental problems to save your child pain and lost school time.

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Regular brushing and flossing: Head for the dental care aisle when you’re out shopping for notebooks, binders and pencils.

If parents buy several toothbrushes, they could have their child change to a new one every three months or so, or after an illness.

If it’s hard to remember when to change a brush, you could try to change it every time report cards come out.

Eating healthy lunches and snacks: Include portable healthy lunch items and snacks in your child’s sack lunch, including grains, milk, cheese, raw vegetables, yogurt and fruit. If your children eat in the school cafeteria, review healthy, balanced food choices with them before the first day of school. Cut back on sugary foods and soft drinks.

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QUESTION: ARE BABY TEETH REALLY THAT IMPORTANT TO MY CHILD?

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Primary, or “baby,” teeth are important for many reasons. Not only do they help children speak clearly and chew naturally, they also aid in forming a path that permanent teeth can follow when they are ready to erupt.

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WHEN WILL MY CHILD HAVE TEETH COME IN AND FALL OUT?

The average age for the first tooth to erupt in infants is 6 months. This tooth is the bottom central incisor. Your child should have 20 primary (baby) teeth by 2-and-a-half to 3 years of age. The first permanent molars, or six-year molars, come in around the age of 6 and they erupt behind all of the primary teeth. Children should lose their first tooth (lower central incisor) around the age of 6 or 7. The average age for a child to lose their last baby tooth is 12.

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WHAT CAN I DO TO PROTECT MY CHILD’S TEETH DURING SPORTING EVENTS?

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Soft plastic mouthguards can be used to protect a child’s teeth, lips, cheeks and gums from sport-related injuries.

A custom-fitted mouthguard developed by a dentist will protect your child from injuries to the teeth and face and even provide protection from severe injuries to the head last baby tooth is 12.

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WHAT SHOULD I DO IF MY CHILD FALLS AND KNOCKS OUT A PERMANENT TOOTH?

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The most important thing to do is remain calm. Then find the tooth. Hold it by the crown rather than the root, and try to reinsert it in the socket. If that is not possible, put the tooth in a glass of milk, and take your child and the glass immediately to the dentist.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Michael Moossy, please call 512-459-5437 or go to drmoossy.com.

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EXPANDING ACCESS CommUnityCare increases the availability of health care services throughout Travis County with its new Mobile Teams program.

BY MONICA SAAVEDRA, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS

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services are not provided within the van.

The main goal behind Mobile Teams is to provide primary/acute care, including preventative care services such as: Immunizations Flu shots Physical exams Family planning Nutritional counseling Diagnosis and treatment of illness, injury and chronic illness Specialty care referrals to our community partners outside of a traditional health care setting

CommUnityCare is currently working with multiple community-based organizations throughout Travis County to establish agreements and set locations for the teams to set up services. To date, we have worked with a variety of churches, schools and other nonprofits to set up our teams within their sites and provide much-needed services.

We have been received with open arms, and the response has been truly overwhelming.

Providing care to approximately 50 patients

WE BELIEVE THE FLEXIBILITY OF MOBILE TEAMS IS TRULY INNOVATIVE AND HAS PUT US A STEP AHEAD IN THIS COMMUNITY. during a four-hour period has not been uncommon, especially in the last few months!

The mobile clinics are open both to walkins and prospective patients who prefer to call and make an appointment. We believe the flexibility of Mobile Teams is truly innovative and has put us a step ahead in this community.

To date, we have seen more than 1,300 patients via Mobile Teams, and in the coming year, as Austin continues to grow, we anticipate an increase. We see the future of mobile teams expanding into street medicine, as well as assisting us in identifying the needs for permanent CommUnityCare locations where they currently do not exist.

For more information about the Mobile Teams program, please contact Monica Saavedra, director of marketing and community relations at CommUnityCare, at monica.saavedra@communitycaretx.org.

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ow that it is back-to-school time, there are so many things that need to be done, from back-to-school shopping to getting your children’s health exams and vaccinations taken care of, among others. CommUnityCare, a federally qualified health center in Travis County, has been busy getting our community’s parents and children ready for school by conducting sports physicals; providing immunizations and well-child exams; offering parents blood pressure screenings and/or blood glucose checks; and getting the kids healthy and ready if they are under the weather.

The summer has been a busy one, but the last month or so has been the busiest: just in time for school. In the past, our patients, or community members, were limited to appointments at any one of our 24 locations.

This year, however, we have added a new initiative called Mobile Teams that will expand the availability of healthcare services throughout Travis County.

Mobile Teams is one of 11 Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) programs that we are working on at CommUnityCare, with the goal of expanding service to care in a variety of ways. Mobile Teams has allowed us to expand service by providing primary care and screenings in locations that do not have access to a CommUnityCare Health Center.

We currently have two teams; each one is comprised of a medical provider, a case manager, a nurse, a medical admitting clerk, and a clinical pharmacist or dietitian, who travel in a van to a set location. However, the

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or Dr. David Gabriel, practicing medicine is the art of combining the very best of the cutting edge with the traditional. “New medical products and tests continue to be introduced that change how physicians practice medicine,” he explains.

“However, the relation between family doctor and patient does not change so much as it grows as we journey through life together.”

Gabriel is a family medicine specialist with Premier Family Physicians, a physician-owned practice, at its Bee Caves Road location. “We’re a large group practice dedicated to primary care, operating out of a small satellite office,” he describes.

The practice manages a host of chronic conditions such as hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, gout, depression, anxiety, insomnia, attention deficit disorder, acne, acid reflux disease, migraine, menopause symptoms and allergies. “And that’s just who came in today,” Gabriel says.

Other services and procedures offered by his office include wellness checks for infants, children and pregnant women, immunizations, skin cancer screening and the removal of small skin cancers, lumps and warts, as well as injections for shoulder, leg and knee pains.

According to Gabriel, one of the strongest points of the practice’s Bee Caves location is its tight team. He works closely with his physician’s assistant, Karla Doss.

“She has a passion for women’s health, adolescents and is the primary counselor in our STEP/UP weight-loss program,” he describes. As of September 2014, the office also has a pediatrician, Dr. Carly Thompson. “With her addition, we truly offer cradle-to-end-of-life care,” Gabriel says.

Expanding on the importance he places on blending the new and the traditional in medicine, Gabriel explains, “My style is to put medical science through a practical sense filter on an individualized basis to provide advice, prevent illness, help heal when illness occurs and provide comfort when a recovery cannot be achieved.”

“MY STYLE IS TO PUT MEDICAL SCIENCE THROUGH A PRACTICAL SENSE FILTER ON AN INDIVIDUALIZED BASIS.”

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A native of Illinois, during college, Gabriel transferred down to Texas to be close to his family, as his father had taken a job in Beaumont. In addition to his practice with Premier Family Physicians, Gabriel also conducts sports physicals for underprivileged schools in his area.

Gabriel is board certified in family medicine. He received his M.D. from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, where he also completed his residency in family practice. He began his undergraduate degree at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Ill., and graduated after transferring to Texas A&M. His professional affiliations include and the Travis County Medical Society, the Texas Academy of Family Physicians and the American Academy of Family Physicians.

“I am privileged to work for amazing people, my patients, some for decades,” Gabriel says. “They’re not ‘the gallbladder in Room 505’; they’re ‘Ms. Spencer, who works for AMD and has a smart daughter who likes to paint.’”

TO LEARN MORE or to schedule an appointment, visit pfpdocs.com, call 512-892-7076 or visit 11701 Bee Caves Road, Ste. 130.

Arise Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center

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r. James McKinney describes one of the most satisfying things about being a wound care specialist as “the immeasurable satisfaction of being able to heal wounds that can be years or even decades old.”

McKinney is medical director of the team at Arise Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center, a part of the Arise Healthcare System. The center’s expert staff closely monitors and cares for a variety of wounds, injuries and ulcers.

To provide its patients with comprehensive wound care management, the center offers multiple services such as diabetic, arterial, venous and surgical wound care, as well as limited burn care, hyperbaric oxygen therapy and artificial, manufactured and processed skin

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grafting. Wound care is a complex specialty, and in order to maximize a patient’s care, the practice works closely with arterial, venous, podiatric and lymphedema specialists throughout Travis County.

One of the specialties of the center is non-invasive hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), an FDA-approved procedure that delivers 100 percent oxygen to patients at two to three times normal atmospheric pressure. This increases the oxygen concentration in the body at the cellular level, which, for certain conditions, drastically increases the body’s ability to heal. Patients undergoing the therapy experience a sensation similar to that of an airplane during takeoff.

Offering wound care at a freestanding facility provides McKinney and the center with several benefits. It allows staff to maintain personal interactions with patients. In turn, this promotes patients’ healing plans in a climate that feels intimate rather than institutional.

Arise Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center believes that medical facilities need not be stressful places — after all, patients are already stressed by their various

conditions. With that in mind, the practice places great value on creating a low-stress environment in which all patients feel comfortable and welcome.

“Our office is diverse, multiethnic, and has a familylike atmosphere,” McKinney explains.

The practice also emphasizes fostering friendly, productive and trusting relationships between practitioners and patients. “We pride ourselves on being regular people like just like everyone else,” he explains, “but with the added benefit of being able to effectively heal complex and difficult-to-heal wounds.”

In addition to his work with Arise Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center, McKinney is active in the community of Sun City and with his local Lutheran church.

McKinney is board certified in professional wound care and radiology. He received his M.D. from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery. McKinney completed his residency at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria. Prior to medical school, he completed studies at the University of Texas and University of Dallas.

“We know our patients by name, not numbers,” McKinney says. “Getting to know patients better is the first step to getting them better. That is what we love and do best.”

TO LEARN MORE or to schedule an appointment, visit arisemedicalcenter.com, call 512314-3834 or visit 6633 Highway 290 East, Ste. 101.

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r. Marty Molina is proud that practicing medicine allows him to benefit the community, as well as his patients.

“We have been in the Riverplace area for six years, making an impact on our community,” he says.

“This includes assisting the vision of a medical tower in Riverplace become a reality, bringing muchneeded specialists to the area.”

A native Texan practicing in the Austin area for a decade, Molina is a family medicine specialist with Texas Family Physicians, a practice providing family and primary care for men, women and children of all ages.

Services offered by the practice include adult and pediatric preventative care, as well as care and treatment for diabetes, hypertension, cholesterol, acne, seasonal allergies, anxiety, depression, ADD and nutrition/weight management.

The practice provides in-office procedures such as vasectomies, dermatology procedures, injury/laceration repair and joint injections.

“OUR PATIENTS HAVE ACCESS TO A PROVIDER 24/7.”

The practice offers sports medicine services, including ImPactcertified concussion prevention and treatment. They also have a licensed aesthetician who provides Botox, Juvederm, PicoSure laser

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sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease) with dignity and strength, as well as a board member for the Leander Excellence Educational Foundation.

Molina is a team doctor for Vandegrift High School and middle schools feeding into Vandegrift. He also serves on Leander ISD’s Concussion Protocol Committee, work-

DR. MARTY MOLINA Texas Family Physicians

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tattoo removal, laser hair removal, Venus Freeze and VI peels.

Molina seeks to bring a small-town medical approach to a big city.

“Preventative medicine is a key component in my plan of care,” he explains. “I send my patients to specialists that I’ve worked with for several years and are the specialists that my family and I see.”

Patients are at the heart of the Texas Family Physicians practice.

“We pride ourselves on our relationships with patients, getting to know them and treating them like family,” Molina says. “Our patients have access to a provider 24/7. Our office is set up in open floor plan where my door and my staff ’s door are always open to patients.”

Molina is involved in extensive community and volunteer work.

He speaks on behavioral health, making good choices, concussions, community and nutrition for audiences, including high school and middle school students, with the Young Men’s Service League and the National Charity League. He is a board member for the Busby Foundation, which helps Central Texans families face amyotrophic lateral

MOLINA SEEKS TO BRING A SMALLTOWN MEDICAL APPROACH TO A BIG CITY. ing with other area ISDs to develop a concussion protocol.

Board-certified in family medicine, Molina received his M.D. at Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara with additional training at New York Medical College. He completed his residency at Seton Healthcare’s Brackenridge Hospital, where he served as chief resident in his last year. His undergraduate work was at Texas Tech University.

Molina wouldn’t change anything about where or how he is practicing medicine. “I’m living my dream,” he says.

TO LEARN MORE or to schedule an appointment, visit texasfp.com. For Austin, call 512-524-2336 or visit 6618 Sitio Del Rio Blvd., Ste. B101. And for Cedar Park, call 512-220-3453 or visit 351 Cypress Creek Road, Ste. 202.

The practice offers a range of primary care provider, family medicine and internal medicine services, including primary care, geriatrics, preventative cardiology, diabetes treatment and congestive heart failure treatment. Kohli’s areas of special interest are in diabetes, hypertension and preventative care.

Premier Internists is a unique practice focusing on a select set of patients: those with complicated or multiple medical problems.

United by the belief that health care can be better, Premier Internists serves as comprehensive health care managers for its patients. “We try to make the practice as patient-friendly as possible, from easy parking to minimum wait times to a relaxing waiting room,” Kohli explains. “All our employees are trained to put the patient first and help them in any way possible.”

Kohli values both the professionalism and the collegiality of Premier Internists. “The organization works very hard to make the patient’s experience as smooth and delightful as possible,” she says. She also speaks highly of her colleagues both in and out of the office. “We do a lot of fun things together.”

Kohli and her husband, whom she met in medical school, moved to Austin to be close to family. Spending time with her family is one of her favorite activities. Outside of work, she also enjoys cooking and swimming.

Board certified in internal medicine, Kohli received her M.D. from Government Medical College in Surat, India, and completed her residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, where she was chief resident in her final year. Prior to coming to Austin, she worked at a rural clinic in Pennsylvania.

Her professional affiliations include the American College of Physicians, the Texas Medical Association and the Travis County Medical Society.

She is proud of the impact Premier Internists has on patients’ quality of life. “We are trying to promote preventative medicine, along with comprehensive and high-level care for patients who are the sickest,” she says. “Our aim is to keep patients healthy so they do not end up in the hospital or emergency room.”

“OUR AIM IS TO KEEP PATIENTS HEALTHY SO THEY DO NOT END UP IN THE HOSPITAL OR EMERGENCY ROOM.”

Premier Internists

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or Dr. Anumeha Kohli, empathy is the defining attribute of a good physician. “I believe that empathy is the key to any kind of treatment,” she explains. “If the provider is not empathetic, he or she can never fully comprehend what the patient is going through and how the treatment will affect him or her.”

In putting empathy front and center in her own practice of medicine, Kohli emphasizes working with her patients in selecting treatment plans and other modalities. “I really value patient input and try to make the patient an active partner in his or her health,” she says.

Together with her husband, Dr. Gurnet Kohli, she is an internal medicine specialist at Premier Internists, a physician-owned practice.

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“ALL OUR EMPLOYEES ARE TRAINED TO PUT THE PATIENT FIRST AND HELP THEM IN ANY WAY POSSIBLE.”

TO LEARN MORE or to schedule an appointment, visit pfpdocs.com, call 512892-7076 or visit 4534 Westgate Blvd., Ste. 108.

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or Dr. Gurneet Kohli, medicine is like a ship where the doctor is navigator — not the captain. “Patients are the captains of their ‘health ship’; a doctor should act as the navigator,” he says, explaining further that “My job is to help patients by giving them all the information they need to make the right decisions about their health. All I need to do is listen carefully to the patient and understand his or her needs.”

In keeping with that model, Kohli’s personal approach to medicine emphasizes preventative care and empowering patients in their own care.

Together with his wife, Dr. Anumeha Kohli, he is an internal medicine specialist at Premier Internists, a physician-owned practice. The practice offers a range of primary care provider, family medicine and internal medicine services, including regular physicals, acute care, congestive heart failure care, diabetes care and preventative cardiology. Kohli’s areas of special interest are geriatric medicine, diabetes and preventative cardiology.

Through physicals and regular care, the practice emphasizes keeping sick patients out of the hospital and in the community. They also love that they are able to provide care for patients with multiple medical problems and the elderly — patients often requiring more complex diagnosis and treatment than ordinary patients.

For Kohli, one of the keys to the success Premier Internists is the tight bond between its physicians — a bond that carries over outside of work. “All our colleagues are like family here,” he says.

“We share ideas, problems and find solutions together. We have impromptu lunches together.” He also appreciates the patient-focused approach of the practice’s physicians. “We celebrate every time we get a thank-you card from a patient,” he says. “It makes all that hard work worthwhile.”

That attitude carries over to all the staff at Premier Internists.

“Our staff knows that we take care of patients to the best of our capability,” Kohli explains. “They have a sense of pride in what we do.”

Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, whom he met in medical school, and his son. Kohli has family around Austin, and he moved his family here after his son was born. He maintains an active lifestyle, enjoying tennis, soccer, kayaking and mountain biking. When not in motion, he likes watching movies.

Kohli is board certified in internal medicine. He received his M.D. from Government Medical College in Surat, India, and

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“WE CELEBRATE EVERY TIME WE GET A THANKYOU CARD FROM A PATIENT. IT MAKES ALL THAT HARD WORK WORTHWHILE.”

completed his residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City. Prior to coming to Austin, he worked at a rural clinic in Pennsylvania. His professional affiliations include the American College of Physicians, the Texas Medical Association and the Travis County Medical Society.

Many people love their jobs, but few love their jobs so much they make the admission that Kohli makes: “It’s a good place to drive to work on a Monday morning.”

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“ALL STAFF MEMBERS SHARE THE SAME GOALS FOR PATIENT CARE: PROVIDING QUALITY CARE FOR EVERY SINGLE PATIENT.” gies, as well as weight loss and nutrition management. Lewis emphasizes lifestyle as a factor in health, helping patients make choices that support weight management, healthy blood pressure and cholesterol control.

As part of maximizing patient

director for the South Austin Pregnancy Resource Center (www.saprc. org) and also serves as medical director of Maintenance and Recovery Services in Cedar Park.

Sports are an area of both professional and personal interest for Lewis. He is a licensed ringside physician for Texas Combative Sports for both amateur and professional contests.

He has volunteered as a sideline doctor for Dripping Springs football and works as part of a team of physicians conducting sports physicals for Dripping Springs High School.

Personally, Lewis enjoys golfing, fishing, traveling and spending time with his family.

Lewis is board certified in family medicine and osteopathic medicine, and he serves as president of the Texas Osteopathic Medicine Association (District 7). He received his M.D. from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. He completed his residency at the UT Southwestern family medicine residency program at the Seton Family of hospitals in Austin. His undergraduate work was at the University of North Texas, where he graduated cum laude with a major in biology and a minor in chemistry.

What does Lewis love most about his practice? “Helping others to achieve maximum health by using natural and medical solutions,” he says.

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his practice is unique in that we are not only a home doctor, but also offer a minor emergency/urgent care setting for the community,” explains Dr. Kevin Lewis of Lewis Family Medicine and Urgent Care.

Lewis designed his practice so that every aspect reflects his goals of commitment to the community, achieving maximum health and preventing disease. “Our office setting is friendly and professional,” he explains. “All staff members share the same goals for patient care: providing quality care for every single patient. Our compassionate staff of professionals always treats patients like family.”

The practice specializes in family primary care, as well as the management and prevention of disease.

Services provided by Lewis Family Medicine and Urgent Care include men’s health, preventative medicine and treatment and testing for aller-

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care, the practice also prides itself on keeping its training and technology on the cutting edge of health care.

To help ensure everyone who comes to the office gets needed care, the practice accepts walk-ins. “Even without an appointment,” Lewis says, “we can see patients quickly to assess emergencies.”

Lewis takes his commitment to health and wellness beyond the office, putting his knowledge and expertise to use both close to home and around the world. He leads annual medical mission trips to the Amazon region of Peru, as well as to Haiti in support of a local orphanage. Closer to home, he serves as the medical

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EXPLORATION 101 The transition into the college years: a time of excitement and evolution for both incoming freshmen and their parents

OH, THE COLLEGE YEARS. For many of us, it was the first time we escaped the confines of our parents’ rules, began to let go of who they may have wanted us to be and started developing our own identity. Dating the guy or gal your mom would never approve of. Pursuing a degree that your dad feared would land you a second-rate job—or back at home! The freedom to explore can be both exciting and overwhelming, as we leave the safety of home and high school and jump head-first into a world of late nights and early life lessons.

I (Brad) remember my very first day at the University of Texas. I had moved to Austin from my hometown of Tyler, a quaint Southern town sheltered behind the East Texas “pine curtain.” After my morning classes, I headed to the Drag for some lunch. As I entered the West Mall, I noticed there were numerous beds set up with numerous guys on them sharing numerous kisses like there was no tomorrow. I had just stumbled into the Gay Kiss In, my

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first political rally and my introduction to “Keep Austin Weird”! I nearly walked into a tree watching and trying to comprehend it all!

But that is what college is all about-not the tree part (well, maybe if you have been out on 6th Street). Your college years are a time to open yourself up to ideas and ways of being that may not initially fit into your paradigm. It is about connecting to cultures that may seem foreign at first. It is about being open to an odyssey of opportunities to grow and stretch. It is about being challenged to move beyond your comfort zone. It is also about experiencing new and evolving relationships.

I think one of the more challenging relationship evolutions to occur during this period is between parent and the emerging adult child. In some ways, college is Adolescence, Part 2, with all of the pushes and pulls as the one launching from the nest tries to figure out who they are. What are parents to do? The short answer: Let go … and trust. Let go of your anxiety, as hard as it may be, and allow your adult child to learn their lessons, both in and out of the classroom. And trust that all of your words spoken during those late-night conversations over the dinner table, after the basketball game or during the tears from their first breakup continue to reverberate and support them still.

Relationships between parents also shift and evolve. What makes the difference between relationships that suffer the popularized empty nests and those in which a couple’s most satisfying years are not revealed until after their fledglings find their wings?

As teenagers stumble into young adulthood, family energy is commonly directed toward the rapidly changing relationships between young adult children and their parents. At this stage, how parents handle their couple relationship can make the difference between intimacy and indifference.

As children get older, they supplant their parents’ former attentions with their own independence. Parents who fail to attend

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YOUR COLLEGE YEARS ARE A TIME TO OPEN YOURSELF UP TO IDEAS AND WAYS OF BEING THAT MAY NOT INITIALLY FIT INTO YOUR PARADIGM. to festering conflict and increasing distance discover that old wounds become difficult to avoid. By contrast, parents who consistently attend to their relationship may expect their best years ahead. So how do you know where your relationship is headed? What are the symptoms of a relationship in distress, and how might growing teenagers expose that distress?

Adolescents perform an important function for parents in distress. Like the third leg of a stool, teenagers inadvertently prop up a strained parent relationship by getting caught up in conflict. Parents fill the silence of their relationship with the white noise of school activities or career obligations. When children

leave home, the resulting silence returns so swiftly that it takes stability with it, sweeping the stool to the ground.

Healthy relationships diverge from this pattern by nurturing their relationships in the weeks, months and years that precede their empty nests. They repair conflict more quickly and frequently than distressed couples.

More importantly, healthy couples are flexible. Healthy couples accept changing roles that midlife invites. Sometimes, this means a parent who once worked exclusively inside the home gains employment in the public workforce. Research demonstrates that intimacy increases once children launch. Healthy couples respond to their partners’ naturally

increasing needs for intimacy now that parents and children have fewer interactions.

If you have a teenager, you can expect that your relationship will change as those teenagers get older and eventually leave home.

Whether those changes increase or diminish intimacy depends on your daily and weekly role as an intimate partner. Attend to conflict quickly. Take time to honor and celebrate your relationship and anticipate the best years of your life.

Brad Kennington is a therapist in private practice in the Westlake area of Austin specializing in individual, couples and families concerning eating disorders, relationship issues, anxiety, grief and loss.To contact Brad Kennington directly please go to bradkennington.com or call him directly at 512-329-5595.

Mathis Kennington, Ph.D., LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice in Austin. Mathis Kennington also teaches marriage and family therapy at St. Edward’s University and serves as associate faculty at the Austin Family Institute. For more information, please visit mathiskennington.com.

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ON DYSLEXIA

BY MALENA MANNING

Dr. Phyllis Books is the originator of a multidisciplinary technique, Books Neural Therapy™, which she has been utilizing for 30 years to treat various neurological deficits such as dyslexia. She is the author of Reversing Dyslexia: Improving Learning and Behavior Without Drugs.

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FIRST OFF, IN YOUR OWN WORDS, COULD YOU EXPLAIN WHAT DYSLEXIA IS AND HOW ITS CHALLENGES DIFFER FROM OTHER LEARNING DISABILITIES?

A: Dyslexia is a very common problem in our society affecting one out of five people worldwide. It is a brain-synchronization and timing issue, which can emerge in various ways at different times, making it very difficult to pin down and diagnose. When most people think of dyslexia, they think of reversing letters and numbers or having difficulty reading, but that is only one of the ways the “timing” can be off. It can also show up with poor coordination and balance, reversing left and right, memory issues, concentration, poor digestion, auditory processing issues and behavior and self-esteem issues. Dyslexia affects adults in the workplace, children in school and family dynamics. Untreated dyslexia can result in a lifelong struggle.

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Q&A WITH DR. PHYLLIS BOOKS:

Q: HOW DOES DYSLEXIA DEVELOP? IS IT GENETIC, ENVIRONMENTAL OR A COMBINATION OF MULTIPLE FACTORS? A: Dyslexia is often inherited through genetics. Although, that does not mean one must live with it forever—it is very reversible if the root cause, which eventually shows up as dyslexia, is identified. Dyslexia can absolutely be influenced by environment. Some environmental factors that can cause dyslexia are: • Birth trauma • Head injuries/concussions • Food allergies/poor digestion • Chemical overload • Emotional/physical trauma Q: WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT APPROACHES TO TREATMENT? A: There is an array of various modern approaches to dyslexia. In traditional school settings, emphasis is on decoding reading. In health-care settings, emphasis may be on one of the senses, such as ears, eyes or the physical

body in relation to the learning issues. The treatment I practice, Books Neural Therapy, is an integrated approach covering allergies, nutrition, emotional issues, neurological and sensory issues, eye tracking, etc. This approach involves the person as whole, made up of many different parts, which all need to be considered.

Q: WHAT RESEARCH HAS BEEN CONDUCTED TO PROVE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF DIFFERENT TREATMENT APPROACHES? A: It is difficult to do double blind studies on dyslexia because there are so many moving parts—each affecting the other. Albeit, there is new evidence that dyslexia may not be permanent. There is a whole body of research coming out of neuroscience. In the last 15 years, we have learned more about the brain and how we learn than ever before in history. We now know dyslexia is not necessarily permanent.

That is a radical shift. There is a lot of evidence that shows the brain of a dyslexic can change and not appear dyslexic anymore when certain kinds of intervention are utilized.

Q: WHEN IS DYSLEXIA TYPICALLY IDENTIFIED? A: Moms often know instinctively if something is amiss in the first years of life. Schools, for many years, did not start the diagnostic procedures until third grade.

Q: HOW IS YOUR TREATMENT APPROACH DISTINCT FROM OTHERS THAT ARE IMPLEMENTED IN EDUCATIONAL SETTINGS? A: Within a school setting, teachers and counselors are limited to “non-touching” modalities. Physical therapists and occupational therapists who come into school settings can administer touch. Physical therapists and Occupational therapists are eligible for learning Books Neural Therapy and can then use it in schools. However, most treatment takes place in private-practice settings.

To book an appointment contact Dr. Phyllis Books at 512-331-0668 or visit drphyllisbooks.com.

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CONQUERING THE OPEN SEAS EATING DISORDERS AND COLLEGE LIFE: A PREP COURSE

DEBORAH A. RUSSO, PSYD., THE ROSEWOOD CENTERS FOR EATING DISORDERS DIRECTOR, THE ROSEWOOD INSTITUTE

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oing away to college can be an exciting and liberating experience.

However, it can also be an emotionally challenging life transition that can either contribute to triggering an eating disorder that may be under the surface, or serve as a setup for a possible relapse.

Eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorders, are serious mental illnesses with significant, life-threatening medical and psychiatric morbidity and mortality. Stressful life events and significant life transitions may put someone at risk for the development of an eating disorder. Dr. Deborah Russo, director of the Rosewood Institute, notes that, “college transitions should be handled with thoughtfulness and with selfcare in mind. Many young people experience a culture shock with a bucket full of new pressures and stressors they are unprepared for.”

In a 2012 study from the Journal of Clinical Nursing, school transitions were one of six factors that were identified as an event that occurred just prior to the emergence of an eating disorder. The following are a few things you can do for a smooth transition to college that maximize your support network and minimize eating disorder triggers.

SET UP YOUR SUPPORT SYSTEM AHEAD OF TIME

WATCH FOR WARNING SIGNS

Before people go into full-blown eating disorders or relapse, there are often warning signs. Prior to leaving for college, you should work with a counselor to identify warning signs that may indicate you need help. These signs can include a variety of overt or subtle signals that will be unique to your specific situation. While weight changes can indicate disordered eating, these changes may not appear immediately or at all. Additional indications may include, but are not limited to:

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what it needs and requires) Avoiding social situations that involve food Going to the bathroom right after meals and having impulses to, or purging food Eating in isolation, at night or in secret Hoarding high-calorie food Compulsive eating rituals

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Life in a new city, at a new school or in a new “home” is exciting, and it can be a very busy time. If you have struggled with an eating disorder, anxiety, depression, or another mental disorder, it is a good idea to secure a counselor and an appointment for after you start college. Be sure to have your mental health records from previous counselors sent to this person so that he or she will be better prepared to help you. Touching base with a face-to-face support person who is vested in your mental health is crucial for prevention and early intervention.

PARTICIPATION, NOT PERFECTION Excessive focus on competition and individual achievement can encourage unhealthy perfectionism, which is a characteristic often found in those who suffer from eating disorders. It is OK to pursue academic success and to participate in sports; however, remember to focus on participation and balance, not perfection. Be honest and kind to yourself when scheduling the number and nature of your classes and extracurricular activities. Do not overextend yourself. Sometimes, less really is more.

SURROUND YOURSELF WITH A SUPPORTIVE NETWORK Your support network can include friends and family from home, as well as new friends you have made in college. Staying in touch with friends and family through regularly scheduled phone calls or video calls can help you stay grounded during this time of transition. As far as forming new friendships, just remember that your peers are also in a new situation and looking for a support network. You are not alone! Be mindful of forming friendships with people who model positive behavior.

LOOK AHEAD, PLAY IT OUT AND PLAN FOR YOUR LIKELY NEW CHALLENGES

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE CONCERNED ABOUT A FRIEND OR DORM MATE

1. BE PREPARED: You may have fears and anxieties about social eating situations (food and diet talk at the lunch table), body image (body/weight talk and comparing), clothing (discussions of sizes, latest trends and styles) and food. Create scenarios that would cause you stress or triggers. Talk your way through the process with a counselor or trusted person so you are prepared if you encounter the situation. Practice creating healthy boundaries and positive selftalk to thwart unwelcome attention as a strategy to stay on track.

Worrying about a friend or roommate is highly stressful and can negatively affect one’s own mental health. The best thing to do is seek counsel on how to approach the problem and how to take care of yourself in the process.

According to Megan Kniskern, M.S., R.D., CEDRD, director of Rosewoods’ nutrition therapy services, “If you are concerned about a roommate or friend who may be struggling with an eating disorder, remember to handle with care, and take care of yourself as well.” Some recommendations when approaching someone you are concerned about include:

2. ANTICIPATE: Reduce the number of “unknown” factors leading up to the school year. Find out whether or not you will pack a lunch or order school lunch. Find out about the school policy regarding between-meal snacks or eating in classrooms, how much time is allotted for lunch, where meals are served and whether water bottles are allowed on campus. Find out how many kids will be eating in the same location and whether or not there are any alternative places to eat if necessary. Structure is very good for individuals with eating disorders, and knowing these specifics can be comforting.

3. ORGANIZE: Review your new schedule, and look at your school day “at a glance.” Organize the details of your day/week so you can realistically anticipate and plan for what to expect. Being caught off guard or unprepared can create unnecessary anxiety and worry. Practice your stress-management skills. Remind yourself that no day will be perfect and there will be bad and good days.

4. FOOD PREP: Use easy-to-do meal-and-snack planning strategies to keep packed lunches easy to prepare and school lunches easy to fit into your meal plan. Purchase insulated lunch bags that can hold freezer packs to keep food cold, measured plastic containers with tight-fitting lids to assist with proper portion control, and fill them with easy-to-eat snacks for between-class pick-me-ups so that snacks do not get missed. Create a designated drawer or area in your home or dorm with pre-measured snacks in baggies. This makes it easy to grab something when you get home or before you quickly transition to your next activity.

• Set a time to talk away from distractions.

• Communicate your concerns in a non-blaming fashion.

• Ask them to talk with someone about their concerns (doctor, therapist, dietitian, etc.).

• Avoid conflicts or arguments.

• Do not place any blame, shame or guilt.

• Avoid giving simple solutions or trying to fix.

• Express your continued support, and consider seeking counsel for direction.

College transitions can provoke both excitement and anxiety, but both experiences can work together as you make your way on your new journey among the open seas of college life. You can direct your ship toward your goals and dreams. Take the time to chart your course, use a compass for self-care and be prepared for weather changes!

Do not let an eating disorder or addiction get in the way living the life you dream and enjoying college life. Remember, you are not alone.

Reach out if you are struggling – there is help.

To access more important recovery resources, and/or learn about Rosewood Center for Eating Disorders unique treatment programs, log on to rosewoodranch.com or call at 800-845-2211.

Please note: This article is not a replacement for mental health consultation.

We encourage you to seek professional treatment, should you have a concern for yourself or a loved one.To access more important recovery resources and/ or to learn about the unique treatment programs at Rosewood Center for Eating Disorders, log on to RosewoodRanch.com.

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ne in four college-age adults has a mental health condition. Sixty-five percent of students who have discontinued their education have reported that they are no longer attending college due to a mental health condition. Fifty percent of those who dropped out did not disclose their diagnosis to anyone in school administration and did not receive services to help with college retention or mental health services on campus.

Depression tops the list for the most common mental health diagnosis among college-age adults, along with bipolar disorder and anxiety disorders.

Depression is often characterized by feelings of sadness,

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decreases in energy and motivation, loss of interest in pleasurable activities, sleep and appetite disruptions, thoughts of suicide, difficulty concentrating, irritability and feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness.

Major depressive disorder can be disabling and interfere with a person’s ability to function. Thirty percent of college students have reported that they have experienced symptoms severe enough that they interfere with their ability to perform at school or work or to attend to important relationships. The frequency of episodes within this disorder varies greatly, between one major episode in a lifespan to more than one episode per year.

Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by recurring episodes of mania and depression, often referred to a manic-depression. Symptoms of mania include:  Elated/euphoric mood  Increased energy

 Rapid speech and thought patterns  Decreased need for sleep

 Impulsive risk-taking behaviors

Manic episodes can advance to a state of psychosis and/or

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delusions and a loss of contact with reality.

Symptoms of the depressive episode are: • Depressed or apathetic mood • Decreased energy • Disruption in sleep patterns • Intense patterns of negative thinking • Changes in appetite • Suicidal ideation

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If left untreated, bipolar disorder can lead to more frequent and intensified episodes with higher frequency of symptoms and larger consequences. There is also an elevated risk for suicide with this disorder due to the chronicity of the condition.

Ninety percent of those who commit suicide have a mental health condition. At least 7 percent of college students have seriously considered suicide in the past year.

Suicide is one of the leading causes of death among young adults ages 18 to 24, along with vehicular deaths.

Bipolar disorder can begin to flourish in adolescence, and young adults often have their first episode while in college. Manic episodes can also be seductive for young adults because the positive aspects of being more energetic, feeling more capable and positive, increases in school/work accomplishments and socialization are attractive, and some are concerned that they will lose this ability to enjoy life if they seek treatment for their disorder.

Bipolar II disorder is a subtype of bipolar disorder that is characterized by less severe mania, along with major depressive episodes. This condition has similar impact on the young adult’s ability to function when in college or at work. Bipolar disorder is often misdiagnosed as a depressive disorder.

Obtaining an assessment from a licensed health or mental health professional will be essential to obtain the most effective care for these diagnoses. The following are the best practices for treatment with bipolar disorder diagnoses:    

Medication management Psychotherapy Support groups Psycho-education for the young adults and their families

Consistency is important in the treatment of mental health disorders, and follow-up and seeking consultation from the treatment team involved in the young adult’s care is essential.

Anxiety disorders are varied, but the two most common I can describe in more detail in this article are panic disorder and generalized anxiety. Panic disorder is characterized by recurrent and unexpected episodes of extreme fear and/or discomfort that build within the span of approximately 10 minutes. Physical symptoms include:  Heart palpitations

 Sweating and trembling  Shortness of breath  Chest pain  Nausea

 Numbness

 Chills or hot flushes

 A sense of looming danger

The young adult experiencing these symptoms will also have the residual concerns of when the next panic attack will surface, and will be preoccupied with preventing another attack from happening.

Generalized anxiety is a lower-intensity version of panic that is an ongoing set of worry thoughts and associated symptoms.

Physical symptoms are similar to panic disorder, but also include: • Fatigue • Irritability • Muscle tension • Difficulty concentrating Obtaining an assessment from a licensed health or mental health professional will be essential to obtain the most effective care for anxiety disorder diagnoses. The best practices for treatment with the anxiety disorder diagnosis include medication management and psychotherapy, such as behavioral therapy. Consistency and follow-up, as well as seeking consultation from the treatment team involved in the young adult’s care, are essential.

The pressures of being a college student can be difficult to cope with and manage on a day-to-day basis. Young adults need support in order to be successful in navigating

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Referrals to campus counseling and mental health centers are important in order for students to begin to seek help and intervention for their mental health disorders. It is also important to make referrals to acute psychiatric facilities if an emergency arises and the young adult is a danger to harm themselves or others so that they can receive stabilization and obtain referrals for continuation of care.

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You may also call 512-544-5253 for inpatient services or 512-356-9065 for outpatient services.

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COLLEGE SUBSTANCE ABUSE Am I an addict, or is this partying normal?

“BACK-TO-SCHOOL PARTY TONIGHT! Free tequila shots with your student ID!” reads an advertisement for a local bar that is plastered around the university. As the new semester begins, many collegiates are welcomed back to school with big parties, drink specials and yes, free tequila.

While drinking and drugging are not new phenomena on college campuses, their use is reportedly increasing. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 80 percent of college students (ages 18 to 24) drink. The Monitoring the Future report, a 2013 report from the University of Michigan that analyzes data from the National Survey on Drug Use from 1975 to 2012, found that the percentage of college students using illicit drugs has continued to rise since 2006.

Over the years, I have worked with hundreds of collegiates seeking treatment for substance use disorders, and the majority of them equate normality with drinking, smoking pot and using drugs such as “bars” (Xanax) and “Molly” (MDMA), opiates suchs as Roxies

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(Roxicontin) and heroin, LSD, psychedelic mushrooms, Adderall, cocaine and synthetics (K2, Spice, Bath Salts). “Everybody drinks or uses drugs in college,” they say. “It’s the normal thing to do.” But is it? And if it is, how much drinking and drugging is normal, and how much constitutes an addictive disorder?

According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), fifth edition, substance and alcohol use disorders are now classified into three categories: mild (presence of two to three symptoms), moderate (presence of four to five symptoms) or severe (presence of six or more symptoms).

To illustrate, here are a few case examples. John, a 19-year-old college student, smokes marijuana daily. Upon wakening, John craves a hit from the bong. His grades are average, and he misses classes on occasion. Additionally, John smokes more and more marijuana in order to achieve the desired effect (e.g., a few months ago, John smoked one joint per day; he now smokes three joints per day). John meets criteria for a mild cannabis use disorder.

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In another case, Susie, a 21-year-old college Steve frequently drives his car to obtain drugs student, drinks three to five times per week. and rarely remembers returning home. Steve She spends a great deal of time stocking up on meets criteria for severe opioid use disorder. alcohol for her weekend parties. When Susie is In each of these examples, John, Susie and not drinking, she craves it. A few months ago, Steve truly believed their alcohol and drug use Susie obtained a DWI. Despite everything that was “normal.” It was not until they entered has happened to Susie, she has been unable to treatment that they learned otherwise. quit or control her drinking. Susie meets criFor those individuals who continue to live teria for a moderate alcohol with untreated addictive use disorder. disorders, their college THE Finally, Steve, a 20-yearexperiences often result PERCENTAGE old college athlete, began in academic probation, OF COLLEGE taking opiate pills (e.g., dismissal, arrests STUDENTS USING academic OxyCodone, Hydrocodone, and even death. For those ILLICIT DRUGS HAS more fortunate individuNorco) following an injury.

CONTINUED TO Steve successfully recovered als who seek help for their RISE SINCE 2006. from his injury; however, addictive disorders, many he continues to use opiates of them are able to gain that he purchases “on the street.” Steve is now the necessary tools to achieve sobriety and taking 10 to 20 pills per day, and his daily use live their dreams. These students in recovery continues to increase. He has tried to quit, but repair their academic standings, graduate sucthen he suffers withdrawal symptoms (e.g., cessfully and move into careers of their choice. nausea, vomiting, insomnia, muscle aches) Many students with addictive disorders and his cravings worsen. Steve has stopped in early treatment fear that they will be outattending classes, and his grades are at an allcasts for not drinking. They fear that they will time low. He has abandoned his friends, and never be able to have fun without drugs. They he spends many nights alone in his apartment. fear that they will have no friends and that

their college experiences will be lame.

John’s fear was lifted when he went skydiving with a group of sober buddies. Susie was blown away when she attended an Austin 12step meeting with 70-plus young persons in recovery. And Steve, together with other college athletes in recovery, now speaks at universities across the country, sharing his story and helping others. These students and many others have found a new normal and a new home in their university’s student recovery centers, such as the UT Center for Students in Recovery.

Not sure whether your drinking or drug use is normal? Seek out an addiction professional (e.g., a licensed therapist/doctor with specialization in addiction) today for a consultation and assessment. Your college career does not have to end in jails, institutions or death. With treatment, your college experience can turn out to be the most incredible time in your life.

Christopher Shaw, LCSW LCDC, is psychotherapist in long-term recovery who hasn’t had a drink or a drug since March 16, 2008.

Shaw sees clients in his private-practice locations in Austin and Lakeway. For more information, please visit ChristopherShaw.net.

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BACK TO SCHOOL AND

MENTAL HEALTH What to keep in mind when the first days of school are approaching

BACK TO SCHOOL conjures all kinds of mental and emotional responses from children, adolescents, college-aged students, and parents. It is an annual event that can provoke excitement, anxiety, doubt, and fear. Moreover, the connection between an individual’s mental health and academic performance is important to remember during this time.

“New beginnings, like starting kindergarten, middle school, high school, and college can be a very stressful transition for students and parents alike,” said Brittany Fowler, MSW from the Austin Child Guidance Center. “However, parents can help reduce this stress with a few simple steps. Develop and practice a routine by setting an early bedtime and wakeup time before school starts. Remember, elementary-aged children need about ten hours of sleep. Listen to your child’s fears. By listening and talking to your child, you can help them feel less anxious. Normalize their worries by reminding them that most kids feel nervous about the same things. Take a tour of the school with your child and meet your child’s teacher. This will help them feel more confident about finding their way around and knowing what to expect.”

Parents can start the year off right by being prepared both logistically and emotionally. This can be achieved by arranging all school supplies and afterschool activities ahead of time, which creates a more calm and confident parent. Furthermore, having conversations with your child about going back to school and including them in the decision making process for school supplies and activities will also provide them with a sense of ownership of their own academic endeavors. For children previously suffering from bullying or other problematic social situations, the thought of returning to school can cause major upset and distress. If a child has significant social or emotional issues, it is beneficial to consult with a licensed therapist who can assist the child in developing skills for meeting life’s challenges and healing past wounds.

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NORMALIZE THEIR WORRIES BY REMINDING THEM THAT

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affect our children. If a parent is stressed out or fearful, a child can pick up on these signals and respond to them internally. So when seeking professional assistance for your family, it is always beneficial to locate a provider that treats the child within the context of the family, like the Austin Child Guidance Center.

Kendall Bintz, Austin Child Guidance Center’s Volunteer Coordinator and student of Psychology at The University of Texas of Austin, provides stress reducers to encourage mental and emotional well-being for new and returning students. “Create a schedule during the first week of classes after you get your syllabi. This will prevent you from having to cram before exams and allow you to plan time for social activities. Sleep is more important than pulling an “all-nighter” the day before the test. You retain more information after you sleep and will be able to recall it better. For your own mental health, try to take at least one class that you personally find enjoyable and interesting each semester.”

Lastly, volunteering can always be emotionally gratifying for students. Many UT students studying Psychology, Social Work and Child Development sign up for semester long volunteer placements at the Austin Child Guidance Center (ACGC). Brooke Brown, a volunteer from last semester said, “Volunteering at ACGC is one of the highlights of my college experience. These kids make me so happy.”

As you can see, giving back and social responsibility can be emotionally rewarding at any age. Consequently, making a difference in the world ultimately provides a positive emotional response to the giver.

Back to School can be an exciting time, full of hope and possibilities for a productive academic year. Self-care, consistent communication and being organized are all essential components that encourage achievement and emotional well-being throughout the year.

To learn more please contact the Austin Child Guidance Center at 512-451-2242 ext. 103 or email rhanson@ austinchildguidancecenter.org.

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PROSTATE CANCER CARE New Technology is Dramatically Improving the Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer

SPECIAL CONTRIBUTION TO AUSTIN MD BY CHRIS DUFRESNE SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT FROM THE UROLOGY TEAM

EACH SEPTEMBER, special emphasis is placed on prostate cancer awareness, and with good reason. American Cancer Society statistics indicate that one in seven American men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. In 2014 alone, nearly 240,000 cases will be diagnosed, and about 29,000 will die from the disease, making prostate cancer the second leading cause of cancer death in men. While awareness campaigns in September are meaningful, in reality, the importance of prostate cancer screening, diagnosis and treatment is a year-long concern.

In the past, when prostate cancer was suspected through elevated PSA levels and rectal exams, the patient was scheduled for a prostate biopsy, which involved using a needle to biopsy various areas of the prostate. While biopsies can successfully detect prostate cancer, the random nature of this test allows for the possibility that small areas of tumor can be missed.

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With this new technology, a patient will HOUSTON. start with a Multiparametric MRI image of their prostate gland, which is useful to detect suspicious lesions in the prostate. This image is then fused with an ultrasound image to help pinpoint questionable areas of the prostate for needle biopsy. This precision helps the urologist eliminate taking multiple random biopsies. It may also detect aggressive tumors that may have otherwise been missed.

Urology Team physician, Dr. Richard Chopp, has been trained in this technology and will be training other urologists from all over the country on how to use this fusion system. “Two pivotal events have changed the diagnosis of Prostate Cancer. The Multiparametric MRI for the first time shows the urologist areas of suspicion in the prostate that may harbor cancer. The second innovation is the MRI fusion guided biopsy apparatus,”

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Having the ability to more accurately identify and test suspicious areas can result in a more precise diagnosis— avoiding too much treatment, or not enough. Fusion imaging also allows the urologist more information if active surveillance, or ‘watching and waiting,’ is the chosen course of action. Dr. Chopp observed that, “Ultimately, our goal is to detect prostate cancer and save lives. Having the UroNav® technology available to men in Central Texas will be paramount in helping us achieve this goal.”

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SECURITY Guided by compassion and respect, John Dyess continues to fulfill his mission at Dyezz Surveillance Inc.

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10,000 video surveillance installations later, he is still not satisfied – he continues to want to provide security and protection to his family, his neighbors and the community, out of a sense of compassion and respect for both himself and the community.

You’re 22.

Dyess’ company provides a comprehensive array of surveillance You recently moved to Austin from El Paso and know only and security systems, including video surveillance systems, burglar a handful of people as a result. and fire alarms, access control systems, covert surveillance, bug de You have no college degree. tection, intercom systems and home automation.

You work in the back room of a car audio Surveillance obviously plays a substantial and DYEZZ store as an inventory clerk – until you get laid off. necessary part in our lives. Globally, it is a means SURVEILLANCE You have no sales or business experience of protecting the public from harm and minimizINC. UTILIZES to fall back on. ing the potential for crime. Covert surveillance is BIOMETRICS, You have roughly $400 to your name. carried out in a manner calculated to ensure that FINGERPRINT And you’re scheduled for a job interview individuals under surveillance are unaware that ING AND on Sept. 11, 2001. surveillance is taking place. Most of us know that RETINAL bug detectors are used to detect hidden audio and SCANNING These were the circumstances John Dyess, chief visual equipment used for electronic eavesdropMODULES. executive officer for Dyezz Surveillance and Seping purposes. curity Inc., experienced shortly after he moved to Austin from El Paso, Texas.

The following are some of the benefits of a A few days after the Sept. 11th events, his initial feelings of hopesurveillance and security system: lessness and helplessness began to metamorphosize into feelings of resolution -- of having to do something, anything, that would  It can protect and safeguard a home, office or business from provide a sense of security to himself, his parents, his friends and intruders. ultimately, the community. Armed with this purpose and determi The mere presence of an alarm system, including signs and nation, he bought and installed two surveillance cameras, workstickers, deters a burglar from entering your home, office or ing out of his girlfriend’s garage. From these small beginnings, he business. created his own company, Dyezz Surveillance and Security. Today,  It dispatches authorities upon being alerted.

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 It protects personal/business valuables.  You won’t need to depend on neighbors when you are out of town.  It will show you who is at the front or back door.  It minimizes the chances of a break-in or theft, thus providing loss prevention.  Insurance companies encourage the use of residential and commercial alarm systems.

Upon a potential customer’s request, Dyezz Surveillance and Security staff performs a comprehensive security risk assessment of a home, office, property or business to identify potential vulnerable areas and determine the most appropriate equipment needed to minimize exposure and risk.

Designated surveillance equipment also allows customers to check on what is going on in their home, in their office or around their property from a remote site. A system may be upgraded or changed to meet a customers’ or business’ needs and expectations.

Dyess continues to have a strong base of customer experience, support and service, as his company provides efficient, timely and effective 24/7 surveillance and security coverage. In addition to the Austin corporate office, he has branches in San Antonio, Houston, Dallas and El Paso.

His company keeps customers in contact with their surveillance monitoring system with call backup units that can contact a customer or business on an alarm, and notify the Austin police department immediately. There are no interruptions in monitoring, and a Web-based customer feedback/satisfaction program is available as well. One of the available security systems even enables a customer or business to use an iPhone or Android app to arm or disarm an alarm remotely.

Realizing that technology continues to evolve and advance at an incredible pace, Dyess’ company also utilizes biometrics, fingerprinting and retinal scanning modules in order to meet these challenges and enhance the company’s mission of providing a sense of security and protection to the community, which gave him the opportunity in the first place.

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MAYORAL CANDIDATES We spoke with three of Austin’s top candidates for the mayoral race. Regardless of where they came from or what their stories are, acting as mayor requires not only the ability to get up in front of the community, because they were elected, but also the power and ability to convene – to bring leaders, organizations and communities together.

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Looking ahead: Steve Adler sets his sights on planning for the future so Austinites can enjoy an overall better quality of life. BY KAT DELGRANDE / PHOTOGRAPHY BY DUSTIN MEYERS

In 1796, Thomas Jefferson said, “This, I hope, will be the age of experiments in government, and that their basis will be founded in principles of honesty, not of mere force.”

Now, 218 years later, Austin Mayoral Candidate Steve Adler hopes Austin’s new 10-1 system will be a chance to remake government. He sees this as an opportunity for government culture restart in Austin – starting local.

Historically, Austin has been a city that is reactive. Adler, who has been in Austin for 36 years, says this is nothing new. “We think small instead of big; we think short-term instead of long-term.”

However, the margin for error in this city is not as great today as it has been in the past.

With roughly two million people in the metropolitan area in Austin right now, and the prediction of four million in 25 years, it makes you wonder: Where do all of these people go? What will they all do? What are the people’s needs?

Adler admits that it is difficult for him to view Austin in 25 years, especially as an international city, without having the necessary means to travel across the city or a stable transportation system -one with commuter rail lines, smooth roads that are bike-, bus- and pedestrian-friendly. However, in order to do this, he says, “we have to build infrastructure.”

This obviously concerns a lot of land-planning issues. So, what do we do? Adler proposes that people in Austin should be doing more telecommuting. He also suggests that we start taking the necessary steps now to ensure that we develop a kind of living center and community center that is not downtown, or else we will look up in 12 years and wish somebody had done something 12 years ago.

“Well, here we are,” he says. “Here we are 12

years ago, today. And we can actually impact that equation; unfortunately, we can’t impact 12 years ago from today. Twelve years ago from today, we were the 14th most congested city in the country.

You would think, ‘14? Well, we should fix that.’

And today, we are the fourth most congested city in the country. We’re going the wrong way on this.” Too many people; too little space.

Adler feels that we need a new plan in this city.

He envisions another area where we can have both dense and single-family homes that are not driving property values up downtown due to the demand being so much greater than the supply.

“But right now,” Adler says, “your only choices are to move further away and drive for longer periods of time; and not only is it the health issues associated with the carbon footprint, not only is it the time somebody spends in the car and the impact that has on how they think and how they feel -- it’s the cost that those people have associated with the added move to a less expensive house; it’s the transportation cost an hour being so much greater than they were before.”

There are some 856 items on Austin’s infrastructure project wish list. Realistically speaking, that would cost roughly $30 billion to accomplish.

Not to mention, “if we did everything on that list, when we completed that list, it takes three hours to drive from downtown Austin to Round Rock,” Adler says. “And that’s if we did everything.” Then the realization kicks in that we can’t do everything; we can’t build or buy our way out of this.

Adler finds that water is a similar kind of issue.

“There are things that we need to do, but a lot of it goes into how we live and where we live.” As a community, we can spend hundreds of billions of dollars to buy up groundwater; we can have an absolute guarantee that our city be first in line

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Adler believes that people are good in the Austin community.

with our glass of water. “The problem,” Adler says, “is that if you’re first in line with your glass, you hold it up to the spigot and there’s no water, when you turn the spigot on, it doesn’t matter if you’re first in line or not – there’s no water coming out of the spigot.”

Do we spend the billion dollars now? Do we let it rain? Or do we do the alternative: buy time?

Adler believes that people are good in the Austin community; they want to be an active part of it and to act well. “If you tee up the is-

MIKE MARTINEZ Moving on up: Mike Martinez sets his sights on working for Austin’s working and middle classes. BY SAM JACKSON / PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROBERT LERMA

“There are things that we need to do, but a lot of it goes into how we live and where we live.” sues correctly -- if you help people understand what’s at stake,” he says, “they will react very differently.”

Health is a constant state of balance, which can be offset by any number of contributing factors -- factors that are not solely physical, but involve mental health, how we see ourselves, how we see others and how we relate with what is around us.

“It’s the overall quality of life,” Adler says.

“So health in the really expansive way, which is what health is … and if you don’t look at all of the elements within it – if you don’t hit all of it — then you aren’t really hitting it at all.”

Mike Martinez is all about the people, and he is looking to lift every one of them up again from the depths of the city’s infrastructure.

“Working-class and middle-class families make up the fabric of our community,” he says. “We should consider their needs as part of every policy decision we make as a council, and that has been my priority during my eight years as a city council member.”

Now it is going to be his priority as an Austin mayoral candidate. Martinez has worn a lot of hats throughout his career in this city besides the city council; he has served as a firefighter and as Fire Association president, public health chairman, civic activist and Capital Metro board chairman. In fact, mayor is probably the only thing he has not already done. It is on the strength of these experiences that he feels qualified for the mayor’s seat.

“To be an effective leader, it’s necessary to have the skills to assess issues from every angle and ensure that every affected stakeholder has a voice in the process,” Martinez says. “Some of our best policies have resulted from passionate deliberations, which allowed us to find common ground and reach solutions that provide the highest com“Working-class and munity benefits. After this election, we’ll have a minimum middle-class families of nine new members on the Austin City Council, and it make up the fabric of will take a seasoned leader with relevant experience to help our community.” lead that body in the best direction for our city.”

The direction he is thinking of is simply making things easier for the aforementioned working and middle classes.

In his career, he has supported health care and public transportation expansion, transparency at pregnancy crisis centers, health insurance provisions and access to workers’ compensation insurance, and

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 safety training. He has also contributed and participated in nonprofits like Urban Roots and Big Brothers Big Sisters.

He is also very supportive of helping the homeless population rather than stigmatizing them as a blight on the city. When quizzed about London’s new policies of benches that cannot be slept on, areas outfitted with spikes that are designed to keep homeless people away and the responses cities like Vancouver took, such as making benches into shelters for people to use, his response was intrigued, but more circumspect.

“I’ve always said that you can tell the most about a community and its leaders by how the most vulnerable populations are treated,”

“You can tell the most about a community and its leaders by how the most vulnerable populations are treated.”

Martinez replied. “Homelessness is a complex challenge that can’t be solved with any single solution. We should leverage our resources and relationships with community organizations and advocates to have the biggest impact helping this part of our population. While I’d be open to exploring creative options like homeless-friendly architecture, I’m skeptical of this at first glance, given that it does nothing to solve the root of the problem.”

“I believe we should continue to focus our efforts on providing wraparound services and housing to help lift these folks out of poverty, rather than investing in infrastructure that leaves them in homelessness without any upward trajectory.”

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SHERYL COLE Paying it forward: Current Mayor Pro Tem Sheryl Cole looks to expand the city’s diversity and heal the gap between great opportunity and great need. BY: SAM JACKSON / PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROBERT LERMA “It’s important that you have a mayor that can lift up everyone’s voices and not just their own voice.”

Sheryl Cole would know this better than anyone, since she is the only candidate running for mayor who actually has the word in her current job title. Ever since she became the first AfricanAmerican to be elected to the Austin City Council in 2006, she has risen through the ranks to mayor pro tem, and now she wants the full job. Interestingly enough, her whole political career started with a parent-teacher meeting.

“My oldest son is actually my nephew, and when I took him to register for school, I was really concerned about some of his health issues and mental health issues, and so I was very frantically talking to the teacher, and she assured me, ‘We got this; we got this,’” Cole says of her decision to run for mayor. “It was a big factor in me understanding that that was the function of government: to help people. And I wanted to be a part of that.”

And she has tried to do that ever since. More recently, she has tackled the homeless problem by supporting affordable housing; advocated for health care expansion (the Affordable Care Act, particularly); and put urban rail on the ballot for an upcoming vote to try to combat the ever-present traffic scourge. Most significantly, she has led the charge to fix up Waller Creek, and she is ecstatic about the construction happening around that area and Red River, especially the forthcoming teaching hospital, and her pet project, the flood tunnel.

“The eastern edge of downtown is basically underdeveloped and in the floodplain,” she says. “And the Waller Creek flood tunnel project will take that eastern edge out of the floodplain, and that will take approximately 10 percent of downtown out of the floodplain. We can have it as a downtown rain space for a family-friendly environment. And there will also be other redevelopment, housing and commercial development, but it’s really important, I think, to have a rain space in the central city.”

She also hails the 10-1 system that will soon take effect, since it will expand the council’s size and diversity, redistrict the city and only allow candidates to be elected by voters in the specific areas in which they live.

“People will run from smaller districts, and we’re going to see a lot more candidates running, and you actually see that now,” she says. “And I think they will be many different ages, races and income levels. And I think that is a diversity that we greatly need in Austin and on the council. We are a city experiencing unprecedented opportunity at the same time that we’re experiencing unprecedented need. And it’s very important that we try to heal that gap.”

Regardless of the outcome, Cole maintains that it’s not about her. “This city has been incredibly good to me and my family, my husband and my three boys, and we would like an opportunity to simply pay it forward,” she says.

“And I think paying it forward would be to continue in public service, bringing people together and working with the new council members to actually serve the entire diverse community that we have.”

“We are a city experiencing unprecedented opportunity at the same time that we’re experiencing unprecedented need.”

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“TALKING CAN TRANSFORM MINDS, WHICH CAN TRANSFORM BEHAVIORS, WHICH CAN TRANSFORM INSTITUTIONS.” “imposter syndrome,” and validates Sandberg on this all-too-common issue: “The beauty of the imposter syndrome is you vacillate between extreme egomania and a complete feeling of, ‘I’m a fraud! Oh God, they’re onto me!

I’m a fraud!’ Seriously, I’ve just realized that almost everyone is a fraud, so I try to not feel too bad about it.”

Fey and Sandberg, both accomplished women, state that we all waver back-and-forth between feeling very confident and feeling very inferior. The beauty of this, however, is that everyone feels this way regardless of the mask they put on in public. Instead of running away from these feelings, run toward them and embrace them. Take a chance, speak up and ask for feedback! You might just surprise yourself with a confidence boost as a result.

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“LEAN IN FOR GRADUATES” is an adaptation of the original text, “Lean In,” written by Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg, and it has sold over one million copies while remaining on the New York Times Best Sellers Hardcover Nonfiction list for 71 straight weeks.

Sandberg sought to write an extended “how-to” version especially for college graduates, detailing how to believe in yourself and your choices by upholding your self-worth, self-respect and self-esteem.

Included in this edition are six additional chapters specifically geared toward college graduates, along with 12 stories of individuals who vary in race, sex and background who fought for personal and professional change by sitting at the table, leaning in and talking about the equality discrepancies amongst gender and race, both professionally and personally, while maintaining their own standards of personal excellence.

Prior to working at Facebook, Sandberg worked at Google for six years and served as the chief of staff for the United States Secretary of the Treasury. Additionally, Time magazine named her one of the top 100 most influential people in 2012, and Forbes magazine ranked her as one of the top 50 most powerful women in business. Through her TED Talks, Lean In Circles and commencement speech at Barnard College in 2011, she has been titled the unofficial feminist spokesperson, and has personally stated that being a feminist could be her second career.

Her personal insights into the business world are beneficial not solely to women, but also to men. Sandberg, first and foremost, utilizes data and herself as an example of the issues that many women and minorities face in the workplace today. In this text, Sandberg delves into the realms of leadership, confidence, advocating for yourself, negotiating your base salary, listening to your inner voice, owning who you are, the “imposter syndrome” and the “myth” of doing it all, among many others.

After receiving her bachelor’s degree from Harvard College, Sandberg’s first job was with the World Bank in Washington, D.C., with Larry Summers, who also happened to be her college thesis advisor. He gave her tasks that she would vigorously complete and then ask for more.

This system would repeat itself until Summers traveled out of town for business. Sandberg, self-admittedly, found herself unsure of what to do in his absence.

Only when she was overwhelmed with intense feelings and thoughts of self-doubt did the simplest thought emerge: Look up at your surroundings, and see how you can help. She took initiative and soon found herself perpetually busy. Thus, she turned herself into a leader by looking outside of herself and her uncertainty.

This is not atypical to college students, where professors are authority figures who tell their students what to do and when to do it. However, they do not tell their students how to accomplish their work; they only care that you do the work. They look to see how creatively their students will tackle these challenges; how they learn to work within their constraints; and how they learn to overcome extreme inner criticism and trust their inner voice.

Sandberg describes experiencing debilitating feelings of self-doubt, which Tina Fey calls the

In this text, Sandberg portrays herself as a highly confident and competent individual who holds herself to a standard of personal excellence, accepting nothing less than the best from herself and others around her. That is not to say this happened overnight, or that she was born with it – because it did not, and she was not.

Through countless mistakes, years of practice, self-advocating and risk-taking, Sandberg is an ideal model for self-growth.

Nevertheless, Sandberg was privileged more so than most in receiving an Ivy League education for both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees. She credits hard work, persistence and resilience to her success, and defines success as, “making the best choices we can with all the data in front of us.”

Personal and professional advancements require us to deliberately make choices, set boundaries and hold ourselves accountable. Sandberg implores women to abandon the myth of doing it all – of being the perfect parent, spouse and professional in corporate America. According to Sharon Poczter, professor of economics at Cornell, “The antiquated rhetoric of ‘having it all’ disregards the basis of every economic relationship: the idea of tradeoffs.”

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and social stigmas society places on both men and women to make decisions personally and professionally for advancement in the corporate world. Sandberg and others encourage all of us to speak up for ourselves.

So let us start talking about these issues. Let us start including women at the discussion table, because women have important thoughts and ideas to contribute. Sandberg implores women to become comfortable with To learn more the word, “power,” and to become comfortable about “Lean In with their own power. for Graduates” Find your inner voice, and speak up at the or Sheryl Sandberg, table, because if you find yourself sitting there, please go to your voice deserves to be heard. Sandberg leanin.org. leaves the reader with this powerful quote: “So start by aiming high. Be ambitious. Seize opportunities. Make opportunities. Embrace leadership. Lean in.”

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REBOOT YOUR HEALTH SUPER NATURAL FOOD: MAKING EATING HEALTHY EASY FOR PEOPLE ON THE GO

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ome might know her as Chief Makeit-Happen, but others as the successful owner of Valentina New York, an exclusive matchmaking business where she brought in clientele who earned a salary of no less than $2 million per year or whose net worth was no less than $10 million. After deciding that serving ultra-discriminating individuals was not her calling, Marina Zelle, born and raised a New York City girl, realized the fast-paced lifestyle that comes with living in a large city was not her calling.

Eventually selling her company in 2012, Zelle found herself on a vocational path that led her to the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, the Living Light Culinary Arts Institute and the Optimum Health Institute (OHI). At OHI, she had her first taste of the raw food diet. Zelle decided she wanted to live a more holistic lifestyle consisting of purely raw, vegan food.

Today, Zelle goes by a different title: founder and CEO of Super Natural Food. She saw Austin’s need for a healthy, vegan, organic, raw food delivery service and seized the opportunity. Zelle’s mission is to bring an affordable, cleansing raw food diet experience, which usually people spend thousands of

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dollars on, to individuals and businesses alike.

Her philosophy, “healthy body, happy mind,” grew from being a previous junk food vegan—with a diet consisting mostly consisting of breads, vegan desserts, pastas, sugar and alcohol—to her interest in the power and positive effects of raw food. “[I came] to realize that the mind, body and soul are all connected,” she says, “and that in order to nurture your spiritual growth and perform at your peak, you have to nurture your body.”

Super Natural Food’s organic prepackaged meals are designed specifically for individuals on the go.

“This signature program allows for customers to continue their daily lives while simultaneously gently detoxing and clearing their digestive systems of toxic residue, losing weight, breaking addictions to unhealthy foods and making permanent, healthy lifestyle changes,” Zelle says. Her hope for this gentle and enjoyable program is to facilitate her customers’ innate ability to rejuvenate and feel their best without having to put their lives on hold.

A typical Super Natural Food daily plan consists of a cold-pressed green juice, a fruit- and greens-based breakfast smoothie, gourmet lunch with dessert, a

ABOUT THE RAW FOOD DIET The raw food diet consists of raw, typically uncooked, food whose temperature does not exceed 118 degrees Fahrenheit. This diet is beneficial from a cleansing and detoxifying perspective in that the vitamins, minerals and nutrients contained in raw foods are most pure at this temperature, and the natural enzymes contained within these foods promotes good digestive and overall health.

Super Natural Food: Uses 100 percent organic, vegan, raw foods Uses only reusable containers for their signature program and strives to use the most environmentally friendly packaging possible for their corporate lunch program  Uses only natural and non-toxic cleaning products in the Super Natural Food kitchen  Prepares meals and juices fresh daily using many locally sourced ingredients  Makes products with whole food ingredients, completely free of the typical allergens (i.e. soy, peanuts, eggs, dairy and gluten)  Donates 1 percent of gross profits and an additional 5 percent of net profits to charitable causes  

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“WATCH YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS FROM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD”™ soup and salad for dinner and three cold-pressed d i ge s t i on - opt i m i z i ng booster shots to be taken with each meal. Deliveries are made each evening between 7 p.m. and 10 p.m., and clients have the option to choose from a twoday, five-day or seven-day meal plan.

Customers will also enjoy an inspirational email describing the day’s menu with special instructions and motivation to stick with this opportunity to reboot one’s health and life.

Moreover, due to our society becoming increasingly aware of the happiness and wellness of employees, according to Zelle, “this diet can help employees stay healthy, happy and experience greater energy levels, allowing for greater productivity and focus.”

Zelle has designed Super Natural Food so that they can provide a corporate wellness program, offering healthy, individually packaged lunch deliveries to businesses. Each “lunchbox” includes an entrée, a side and a healthy dessert. This office service costs only $20 per day, per employee, with discounts on orders for groups of 10 or more.

Zelle, the brainchild behind this venture, launched Super Natural Food this past June. Looking to expand, Zelle hired previous chef de cuisine of Craft Dallas, Tim Bevins.

Now executive chef of Super Natural Food, Bevins says he turned to a vegan diet to prepare himself for the physical aspects of running long-distance. “It was just a matter of time before I realized that a plant-based diet was not only key to realizing my potential as an athlete, but also realizing that simply subscribing to a plant-based lifestyle is the key to long-term sustainability in every aspect of our lives,” Bevins says. Super Natural Food has also hired Leon-Gonzalez as sous-chef, formerly of Beets Café.

Super Natural Food’s vegan, raw foods and beverages can help people obtain optimal health and feel better than ever, as well as empower them to make better diet and lifestyle choices.

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THIS RECIPE SHOULD YIELD 6 BALLS, WHICH TURNS INTO 12 COOKIES 2 cups almond meal 1/2 cup chocolate chips 3 tablespoons maple syrup 1 pinch salt 1 pinch baking soda 1/4 cup melted coconut oil

INSTRUCTIONS:

Mix all of the ingredients in a bowl.

Then use your hands to make balls out of the dough. Once you have about six balls of dough made, break them in half so that they can sit flat on the baking sheet. Bake in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 12 minutes. Take them out of the oven and let sit for five minutes. Enjoy with a glass of almond milk, or store in an airtight container to keep fresh for days!

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CRAVING SOMETHING SWEET? These vegan/paleo chocolate chip cookies are the best! Sweet cravings can be hard to deal with, but this is the best solution by far! They’re better than any chocolate chip cookie I have ever had, and they stay moist and gooey for days! The have zero trans fats and are gluten-free – so you can get your fix for sweets and not feel as guilty the next day!

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INGREDIENTS: 4 cups peeled and diced cucumber (approximately 1 large English cucumber) 4 cups diced pineapple (about 1/2 large pineapple) 1 cup fresh pineapple juice, made from the other 1/2 1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced (optional) 1 green onion, white, and 1 inch of green stalk, minced 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 teaspoon lime zest 1 handful cilantro leaves, minced, plus additional for garnish 2 tablespoons minced sweet red pepper for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS: In a blender, combine 3 cups each of the cucumber and pineapple. the pineapple juice, jalapeno pepper, green onion, and lime juice.

Blend until smooth.

Add the remaining pineapple and cucumber, and cilantro. Pulse the blender several times; the gazpacho should be chunky. The gazpacho can be served immediately or chilled to let flavors combine.

Divide among serving bowls. Garnish with cilantro and minced sweet red pepper.

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