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“Back Pain Technology Cheats Mother Nature Helps Herniated Discs Heal Naturally… In As Little As 25 Minutes!” At Last! Westchester County Doctor Offers Technology That Doesn’t Just End SEVERE Pain From Herniated Discs, But Helps Your Body To Start Rebuilding Them… As Fast As Humanly Possible! Best Part: You can check it all out for FREE if you like! There is no doubt… technology has made all of our lives better… and easier. Just about every miraculous medical cure and comfort of modern living can be attributed to amazing breakthroughs in technology. Heck, laser eye surgery can give people who are almost as blind as a bat perfect 20/20 vision. How amazing is that? That’s why it’s no surprise that technology might be able to solve your back and neck pain from herniated/bulging discs or sciatica…for good. Here is why: Back and neck pain can be devastating. And nothing is worse than going to doctor after doctor… trying treatment after treatment… spending money you can’t afford… and still suffering in pain. That’s why… I bet you would love to instantly end your pain… without any risk what-soever… and have it never come back for the rest of your life? Well, that might NOT be so easy. But, what if there was a wonderful advancement in technology that, with a handful of simple, non-invasive treatments, could possibly have you out of pain and on your way to healing naturally? Better yet, what if this technology could possibly heal your herniated/bulging discs (instead of cutting it out like surgery) so you have the best chance to live pain-free and do all the things you want and love to do? And what if this technology was: 3 FDA cleared! 3 Proven safe and effective! 3 Allows your herniated discs to heal naturally without the risky and dangerous side effects of surgery! 3 Relieves pain fast… in some cases in as little as 25 minutes! Well, guess what? There is such technology and there is a very good chance it can help you… like it has already helps thousands of herniated/bulging disc and sciatica sufferers all around the country… No Matter How Bad Your Pain Is, How Long You’ve Been Suffering Or How Many Other Treatments And Doctors Have Failed You! Don’t laugh. It’s really true. Here’s proof…
When you have a herniated disc, compressive forces cause your spinal bones to come together… basically squashing your disc. The space in between your bones decreases and the soft, jello-like disc material leaks out. This disc material that leaks out is called a herniated disc and can cause severe pain, numbness and tingling in your neck, back, arms or legs when the herniation pushes into and “pinches” a nerve. So it makes sense, if you could slightly pull the spinal bones apart… that would open up the space, take the pressure off the disc, the disc off the nerve and solve the problem. Right? But the only problem is… how do you do that? For years and years, doctors have been trying to do it with traction. But traction has been proven ineffective and often very painful. Why? Traction doesn’t work because when you have a herniated or bulging disc, the area is injured and when you try to move, your muscles go into spasm. Spasm is your body’s way of trying to protect you from causing further injury. That’s why traction hurts so much. As soon as the traction starts… your muscles overprotect the area and spasm. But the good news is: Now there is technology that out-smarts your body’s natural spasm reaction. In other words: It fools mother nature! This technology is called non-surgical spinal decompression (NSSD) and here’s how it works… NSSD is very different from plain traction because it has advanced computer technology that actually senses your spinal muscles. When it starts to gently pull, it immediately knows when your muscles start to contract and it stops pulling. As soon as your muscles relax, it starts pulling again. The amazing thing is: the computer senses your muscles contraction so early… you don’t even feel what is going on. Which means you never feel any pain! In fact, the only thing most patients feel is… RELIEF!!! But the best part is: NSSD is able to gently separate your spinal bones which, in many cases, actually sucks the herniated disc material back into the disc where it belongs! This takes away your pain and allows your herniated and bulging discs to heal naturally!
And check this out: Treatments are pleasant and simple. All you have to do is lie on your back, listen to your favorite music, read a magazine… or… take a nap! The wonderful technology does everything while you simply RELAX the pain away! To sum up NSSD: • For most patients it is 100% painless… in fact many patients actually fall asleep during treatment! • Works fast! Most patients get relief after a handful of treatments – some after the very first! • Is non-invasive so it does not have the dangerous risks of surgery! • Gets to the root cause of the problem and helps it heal naturally! Isn’t modern technology wonderful? And wouldn’t you like to… Give This Great Technology A Try… For Free? If you would, there’s great news. There is a Doctor located at 1241 Mamaroneck Ave. right here in White Plains, NY who has invested hundreds of thousands of dollars in this wonderful technology and has been treating herniated/bulging disc and sciatica patients with incredible success. His name is Dr. Jonathan Donath DC, MS and he is so excited about the results he’s been getting, he would like to share it with as many pain sufferers as possible. But There Is A Catch… There’s always a catch... isn’t there? Even though this technology has helped a majority of the patients Dr. Donath has treated… it is not a wonder cure and it does not help everyone.
On the right: healthy disc. Center: Herniated disc with soft disc material leaking out. On the left: Herniated disc material compressing or “pinching” nerve.
For that reason, Dr. Donath does a complete examination on every potential patient and only accepts you if he feels you are most likely to get the pain relief and outcome you are looking for. Dr. Donath’s Special Deal For You! Because the economy is so bad and Dr. Donath wants to help you if possible, he is offering the first 17 people who respond to this article a free consultation and NSSD qualification examination. And if you qualify for NSSD treatments, Dr. Donath will also give you one treatment for FREE! And if you do not qualify, Dr. Donath will help you find the best option for you. That’s why, if you suffer with pain from a herniated/bulging disc or sciatica you should call 914-259-8104 right now. When Barbara answers the phone, simply tell her you would like your free non-surgical spinal decompression consultation and examination. If you are one of the first 17, she will schedule you within the next few days. If you are in a lot of pain or already scheduled for surgery, tell Barbara and she will be sure to get you in immediately. Maybe even today.
On right: Herniated disc with spinal bones “squished” together. Center: NSSD slightly pulls the spinal bones apart, opens up the disc space and allows herniated material to move back into the disc. Left: Herniated material completely back in center of disc allows the disc to heal naturally. Your consultation and examination should take about 60 minutes. During this time you can get all of your questiones answered in a warm and friendly environment. You will know exactly what’s causing your pain and the best possible way to solve it. Dr. Donath will explain to you all your possible options along with his recomendations so you can make the best choice for YOU.
Why Limited To 17? Dr. Donath has limited the number he will accept right now to 17 because he does not believe patients should wait and they should also get the quality personal attention they deserve. When you go for your free visit, I’m sure you will see how unique and pleasant the experience is. It’s nice to be treated like a person and not a number or based on insurance coverage. It’s also nice to know exactly what’s causing your pain and how to relieve it as fast as possible. Dr. Donath’s favorite cases are the one’s that were able to cancel back surgery after only a handful of treatments. Dr. Donath also loves when a herniated disc patient that is in excruciating pain and thinks they’ve tried everything, lays down on the NSSD table, takes a 25 minute nap… and… wakes up with all their pain GONE! Just imagine how it would feel to have all your pain finally gone. Imagine going to bed and being able to sleep the entire night through… … and waking up refreshed and energized… ready to take on the brand new day – without the pain and stiffness that has been terrorizing you. And imagine finally knowing you have the solution to your herniated disc pain. Well, you may not have to just “imagine” anymore… because… NSSD might start relieving your pain… in just 25 minutes! So, if you’d like to see if you qualify and give this amazing technology a try for free… give Barbara a call at 914-259-8104 right now. Why wait one more day in pain when the solution may be one quick phone call away? Call now before someone else gets your free spot. One More Thing It’s Important… Ever since getting this wonderful technology, Dr. Donath’s office has been flooded with calls. For that reason, if when you call, the lines are busy or you go to voice mail… just keep calling back. The possibility of living pain-free is well worth the time and effort it may take you to get through and schedule your appointment. 914-259-8104
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If you are a man, well, it’s time to man up. Take control of your health. Because, of course, we want the men in our lives around for a long time. Men face unique health challenges. One of the most dangerous is their reluctance to seek health care. In fact, according to Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), men are 24 percent less likely than women to have seen a doctor in the past year. In this edition of Healthcare News, our staff offer key tips to help men maintain good health and long lives. For good measure, we also enlisted our own expert, Dr. William Higgins, Vice President of Medical Affairs at Hudson Valley Hospital Center at Cortlandt Manor. A snapshot of men’s health in the U.S. shows that they sometimes experience different, but no less serious, health problems than women. Heart disease, cancer, and accidents (unintentional injuries) are the top causes of death for men. The most commonly diagnosed cancers among men include prostate, lung, and colorectal types. A recent Federal study shows that men die from heart disease and chronic liver disease at nearly twice the rate of women.
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Many major health problems that affect men and are preventable through lifestyle changes, early detection, and treatment. Still, when it comes to health care, some men are like ostriches. They bury their heads in the sand. That isn’t good enough. Just ask our own resident men’s health expert, Dr. William Higgins, Vice President of Medical Affairs at Hudson Valley Hospital Center at Cortlandt Manor. “Women drive healthcare,” Higgins said. “It’s not often a man drags his wife to the doctor, it’s usually the other way around. I do think it’s important for men to establish a relationship with a primary care physician when they are 40. The doctor should know your family and social history, your coping mechanisms. It’s a key process and can reduce your risk factors for heart disease and cancer.” Several things work against men when it comes to health. They tend to smoke and drink more than women. They don’t seek medical help as often as women. Some men define themselves by their work, which can add to stress. continued on next page
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Here are some tips to help men maintain good health and long lives. Get routine exams and screenings. Ask your doctor how often you need to be examined. Ask about screening tests for certain diseases and conditions, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, sexually transmitted infections, and certain types of cancer. Get enough sleep. It can affect your mood and your health. See your doctor if you think you have a serious problem. Eat healthy. Nutritious foods give you energy and may lower your risk of certain diseases. Focus on fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat or fat-free milk products. Stay at a healthy weight. Being overweight or obese can raise your risk of diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. Find out your body mass index, or BMI, to see if you’re at risk. Get moving. Regular exercise is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Find out how much physical activity you need. Be smoke-free. Smoking is linked to many of the leading causes of death, including cancer, lung disease, and stroke. If you smoke, quit today! Also, avoid secondhand smoke. Take any medications you need. Make sure to follow your doctor’s instructions for all medications, including those that help control conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes.
Avoid heavy drinking, which can lead to many problems, including high blood pressure, various cancers, psychological problems, and accidents. For men 65 and younger, drinking in moderation means no more than two drinks per day. Men older than 65 should have no more than one drink a day. Learn more about drink serving sizes.
Manage stress. Balancing work and family obligations can be challenging. But it’s important to protect your mental and physical health. Find health ways to cope with stress. “It’s just like everything else in life. If you can’t get an A, try for a B,” Higgins said. “You should integrate all of the tips mentioned and implement a plan for a healthier life.”
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ASK AN EXPERT The Key to Successful Dentistry: Finding the Right Solution to a Problem By Edward Feinberg DMD When a diagnosis is made in dentistry, there are often several options for treatments. When choosing the best option, it is important to consider the potential outcomes and consequences. A perfect illustration is the case of Ms. S., a beautiful young lady who was born with missing lateral incisors and a malocclusion. Ms. S. had orthodontic treatment as a teenager. Her orthodontist solved her malocclusion (abnormal bite) by moving her teeth into alignment. The result is most certainly a tremendous improvement from her original bite. However, he inadvertently limited her restorative choices by not taking into account the spaces that were left by the missing lateral incisors. Her dentist addressed her immediate problem by restoring the missing teeth with a “Maryland Bridge”. The Maryland Bridge is a bar containing the missing teeth that is bonded to the inside surfaces of the adjacent teeth (in this case, the central incisors). This type of bridge periodically “de-bonds” and falls out. Certainly this is what happened to Ms. S. Worse, the leaking bridgework allowed extensive decay to occur on the inside surfaces of her two front teeth. (Fig. 1)
Figure 1 Unfortunately the type of orthodontic treatment Ms. S. had left spaces that were too small. The roots of the adjacent teeth were also positioned too close together to insert single tooth implants. It is unfortunate that planning for implant restorations was not included in her original orthodontic treatment plan.
The implant option would have been ideal for Ms. S. because the adjacent teeth could have been left untouched. Now, in order to have this option, Ms. S. would require another round of major orthodontics to create enough room for this restorative option. Since she was on her way to college, she did not want to undergo additional years of dental treatment. Since Ms. S. was not a candidate for implants, her best option was restorative dentistry. The Maryland Bridge had to be removed immediately before it destroyed her two front teeth. However, her newly-corrected bite did not leave much room for conventional restorative dentistry. Most dentists are trained to “hang” their crowns on tooth structure that is above the gum. When there is not enough tooth structure above the gum, they build-up the tooth structure with various materials, pins or posts. Often this does not work and the restorative dentistry loosens and comes out. This approach could never work for Ms. S. because there is not enough tooth structure above the gum to work with. However, there is an approach to dentistry that has been around for over 70 years that does not require any tooth structure above the gum. This approach focuses on tooth structure below the gum. Crowns and bridges are created with copper band impressions that utilize all of the tooth structure below the gum for their retention. As a result, they rarely fall out. In fact, they are usually worn with Vaseline® or rubber for a trial period prior to cementation and they do not fall out. These crowns are also designed like the Mason Jar cover--the best invention ever devised for food preservation--so they rarely decay. Because the margins are all the way under the gum, they are rarely visible. The copper-band approach--which is not taught in dental schools--makes it possible to offer unique treatment options to patients.
As a result, Ms. S. was able to have her restorative problem solved by preparing only one tooth on each side. In order to create enough room for restorations so that they would not be oversized, root canal treatment on the two canines had to be done first. In a young person, the nerves (pulps) inside the teeth are very large. It is often difficult to remove enough tooth structure in order to make dentistry that is not oversized. As a person gets older, the nerves tend to shrink, so they are less of a complication for crown and bridgework.
Figure 2 A tooth that is attached to a crown in order to replace a missing tooth is called a cantilever pontic. The concept of the cantilever comes directly from engineering. Cantilever bridges have structures that extend out like a marquis from a central support. The first cantilever bridge was the Forthrail Bridge constructed in Scotland between 1882 and 1990. Since then, cantilever bridges have become commonplace. Dentistry is very akin to Engineering; and the same principles apply to bridgework whether in the mouth or across the river. The canine teeth are the cornerstones of the arch and usually have the longest roots--a great foundation for dentistry. In a young person, the canines can easily withstand the extra load of the cantilever pontic, as long as there are no destructive forces applied to it. In order to achieve an esthetic result, Ms. S.’s canine restorations were meticulously designed to give the illusion of two teeth. The restorations
were accomplished with a step-by-step approach that required precision. it is critical to a successful outcome that no step is skipped and the outcome of each step is perfect before proceeding to the next step. Luckily Ms. S. did not have to worry about her temporary restorations falling out while she was away at college for months in between visits. Her temporaries were designed with copper bands so they fit just as well as permanent restorations, even though they were made from temporary materials. ( Fig 2) The decayed insides of her two central incisors were repaired and left untouched. Ms. S. now smiles with confidence and she is thrilled to have her dental problem solved. (Fig 3) Her bridgework should last many years, even though her dentistry must function continuously 24 hours a day under water, under forces and in an environment loaded with bacteria. Amazing!
Figure 3 The case of Ms. S. illustrates how important it is for patients to thoroughly understand their dental problem and examine all the options available to them before treatment. Each patient is different, and the correct option is the one that best satisfies needs, concerns and desired outcomes. A second opinion before starting major treatment can be very enlightening.
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Why should I have a lawyer prepare my will? If you die without a Will, the law, not you, determines how your assets are divided and to whom they are given. A poorly drafted Will may result in a sizeable chunk of your assets not ending up where you want them to go. We are an experienced law firm that can expertly craft your will to address your long-term care, tax, estate planning, and asset protection planning issues. It is in your best interest that planning be done properly so as to minimize the tax burden on your estate. Our experience and skill in the fields of Trusts, Wills, and Estates enables our firm to uniquely tailor estate planning to your individual needs. We will review your entire estate and draft a personalized plan that will best direct the disposition of your assets after death, whether through your Will, or by means of testamentary substitutes (trusts, joint-asset ownership with right of survivorship, or by beneficiary designation in life insurance policies, annuities, or individual retirement accounts).
My father is having difficulty caring for himself. I am afraid he will no longer be able to live on his own. I am worried about finding the money to pay for his care, whether he stays at home or moves to an assisted living facility or nursing home. What do I do? Your concerns are certainly daunting, and heart-rending. Our firm offers you a caring hand, an open ear, and uncompromising professional competence, and commitment. We will help find for you solutions that best suit your needs, using the latest tax, trust, and other asset protection strategies available under the law. The law firm of Ely J. Rosenzveig & Associates, P.C. practices in all aspects of elder law, including trust and estate planning, administration, and litigation, tax counsel, asset protection and special needs planning, Medicaid, Medicare, and Social Security disability benefits, guardianships, long term care planning, spousal recovery claims, and Medicaid lien resolutions. Attorney advertising • Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome
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Laser Skin Resurfacing, Laser 360 will take ten years off your appearance Not ready for a facelift? Laser 360 is an exciting new aesthetic treatment that combines 3 revolutionary technologies into one easy treatment plan. You get softer, younger looking skin in just 60 days. Laser 360 removes fine lines and wrinkles, discoloration, sun and age spots and reduces and removes scars and enlarged pores.. The end result is glowing, younger looking skin with improved texture and tone. The laser 360 involves three laser treatments in one office visit. You can improve all areas of your face, neck, chest and hands with laser skin resurfacing, including the skin around the eyes. First laser skin tightening which takes about 30 minutes and forces collagen growth around the jaw line and neck immediately tightening the lower face. Infrared heat increase the temperature of the skin to 42 degrees Celsius which cause reformation of collagen allowing noticeable results with your first treatment. The second laser treatment is IPL ( intense pulse light ) removes all sun and age spots by targeting the pigment below the skin. This treatment is also effective on rosacea, targeting vascular and pigmented lesions. AFT high levels of light and gentle energy assure safe and effective correction. Uniquely shaped AFT pulses precisely heat their intended targets, causing little to no skin damage. This optimal use of energy increased safety and eliminates discoloration anywhere on the face and body. The third laser is Pixel skin resurfacing which will remove fine lines and wrinkles, scares and enlarged pores and corrects the texture and tone of the skin.
The Pixel laser creates an ablative thermal channel at the pixel area - micro injury without disturbing the surrounding tissue. Laser skin resurfacing uses an Erbium Laser to target the deep layers of your skin. The heat and light creates tiny disruptions to your skin and your body works quickly to repair. The laser actually stimulates your face to repair itself and generate new, fresh skin. Those microinjured areas start the process of healing and the untreated area acts as a reservoir for rapid restoration. As collagen remodels, the skin tightens and the texture is radically improved. All three laser treatments work together to create a natural beautiful correction taking years off your appearance. Today’s lasers are extremely effective. This treatment works best in a series of three with about 40% correction with your first treatment. These treatments are safe and very effective with minimal downtime. At Pretty Face Medispa, we are concerned with your comfort. Our laser skin resurfacing treatments are designed to be as comfortable as possible. After treatment you may notice minor discomfort or swelling that fades quickly. We can treat your face, neck and chest with minimal downtime or discomfort. Contact us today to restore your youthful appearance. Give us 60 days and we'll take off 10 years‌ Pretty Face Medispa is your premier Westchester New York Medical Spa. We provide the Ultimate Quick Lift through a variety of treatments including Botox, Dysport Wrinkle Removal lasers and Facial Fillers, Pixel Laser 360 Skin Resurfacing and Permanent Makeup. (914) 788-9790
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Need a good night’s sleep? The Sleep Center at Phelps Memorial Hospital was recently fully accredited as a sleep center by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. To be accredited, a sleep medicine provider must demonstrate compliance in areas such as patient safety and follow-up, testing procedures and policies, physician and staff training, and facility and equipment. “Our goal is to help people get a good night's sleep, which is key to proper development in children and contributes to overall health throughout life,” says Dr. Gary Lehrman, a pulmonologist and medical director of the Sleep Center at Phelps. “We are delighted that our efforts have been given national recognition by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.” The Sleep Center, which was established at Phelps in 1997, performs approximately 100 sleep studies a month. The Center features six bedrooms with cable TV and private bathrooms. While patients stay overnight in the hospital, their sleep patterns are recorded, including activities of the heart, lungs, brain, muscle movements, air flow and oxygen levels in the blood.
Using advanced diagnostic technology, Phelps’ staff can determine if an individual is experiencing sleep apnea or another less common sleep disorder and offer appropriate treatment options. “The multi-disciplinary group of physicians we have on staff at the Phelps Sleep Center enhances our ability to diagnose and treat sleep disorders in adults and children,” says Dr. Lehrman. Phelps physicians who are members of the Sleep Center's medical staff are neurologist Kenneth Schwartz, MD, and pulmonologist Charles Abate, MD, both of whom were recently board certified in sleep medicine. Dr. Lehrman has been board certified in sleep medicine since 2007, and surgical director Michael Bergstein, MD, is board certified in otolaryngology. In 2008 Phelps expanded its ability to diagnose sleep disorders in children with the addition of specialized diagnostic services provided by Dr. Nadav Traeger, a pediatric pulmonologist who is board certified in pediatric sleep medicine.
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Park Avenue Medical Spa Offers Help for Hair Loss
Park Avenue Medical Spa in Armonk is pleased to announce that it is now performing NeoGraft for hair transplant. Hair loss can be emotionally devastating. However, hair transplantation surgery offers the only permanent solution to hair loss. Still, concerns about scarring and downtime keep many potential patients from seeking this kind of treatment. What if there were a solution with less discomfort, less downtime and virtually no visible scarring? Well, now there is. NeoGraft hair transplantation surgery at Park Avenue Medical Spa is performed using a revolutionary technology. Unlike traditional hair restoration surgery, NeoGraft requires no scalpels and leaves no telltale vertical scar. At NeoGraft at Park Avenue Medical Spa, we understand that the decision to undergo hair transplantation surgery is a highly personal one. We respect the impact your hair loss have had on your confidence and quality of life. That’s why we treat each and every one of our patients with the utmost care and respect. You can restore your youthful hairline with NeoGraft. A large number of men and women suffer from hair loss and many of them will experience it
at an early age. In women, heredity can play an important role. Other causes for hair loss include hormonal changes, stress, illness and poor nutrition. The NeoGraft system uses pneumatic pressure to extract the hair follicles without damaging them. The follicles are removed intact, with just a smooth core oftissue pro-
tecting them. These follicles are immediately transplanted to theselected area on the scalp. With this automated procedure we can now average 2000 follicles per session, while with the manual technique we were only able to graft 500 to 700 per session. This safe and effective procedure (98% survival rate of the
transplanted hairs) can be offered to cancer survivors and all other men or women who suffer from hairthinning. Park Avenue Medical Spa is presently offering free consultations and can answer any questions you may have regarding the procedure, and tell you if you are a candidate for NeoGraft .
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Pediatric CME series offered to Westchester first responders
Blythedale Children’s Hospital, in coordination with the Westchester Regional EMS Office, Westchester County DES, and NYS EMS for Children, is proud to be offering a special pediatric CME series to pre-hospital providers of the Westchester EMS region. This series of symposiums, free to attendees, is funded by the Emergency Medical Services for Children Grant Award. Courses tackle subjects vital to first responders, including Traumatic Brain Injury, Autism, Technology and Care of the Infant or Child, and Child Abuse/Neglect. The subject matter is presented by clinical experts from Blythedale Children’s Hospital, including physicians, nurses, therapists and other clinical experts. “We are proud to partner with Westchester County Department of Emergency Services in providing this educational series to first responders, said Blythedale Children’s Hospital Chief Quality Officer Lois Allen. "It affords us the opportunity to share our wide-ranging expertise, as well as to give back to the community in a way that can benefit a broad pediatric population.” The programs are held on Tuesday evenings. The final program in the series, on Child Abuse, Neglect and Shaken Baby Syndrome, as well as Child and Infant Safety, will be presented by Blythedale Director of Social Work Susan Goodbody-Murray, and Blythedale/Westchester Safe Kids Coalition Coordinator Susan Larkin. Classes run from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and are held at the Westchester County DES Training Center in Valhalla, NY. To register, for one of the remaining sessions, please email emsedu@westchestergov.com with your name, agency, certification, email and phone number.
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We specialize in new smiles. At Dental & Cosmetic Group of Westchester, patients can experience surgical expertise from a specialized group of dental practitioners. Specialties include periodontics, implants, and oral surgery. Consultations are free of charge for surgical and cosmetic procedures, and all aspects of care are conveniently in one location. Dr. Asha Gulati offers a full spectrum of the latest periodontal and implant care that includes gum disease treatment, implant placement, sinus lifts, bone, soft tissue grafting, Botox and dermal filler treatment. Dr. Gordon is a general dentist that specializes in root canal procedures and treats young adults. Dr.Gulati and Dr.Gordon are also Invisalign® providers. Dr.Krestin perform comprehensive cosmetic makeovers that give her patients a more youthful and beautiful smile.
At the Dental & Cosmetic Group of Westchester, the mission is delivering exceptional dental care with a personal touch. The staff is fluent in many languages and prides itself on providing a warm, family friendly environment.
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Business Succession Planning: Business Owners Can Sell their Business to Children Tax Free Using Pension By Andrew J. Cavaliere, CLTC It is a classic American story. Grandfather started the business from nothing and worked his entire life from dawn to dusk. When it was time to retire, he left his modest but successful business to his son who had worked for him for years. After several more decades of hard work, dad took the business to the next level and it now has annual revenues of seven figures. Dad wants to retire but he can’t simply “give” the business to his sons. It is worth far too much money on the open market and most of his equity is in the company. He wants his children to take over the family enterprise, but he needs assurances that he will get his retirement money on time before he turns over the reins.
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Few business owners look further than their IRC Sec. 401(k) as a succession planning funding mechanism. Mistakenly thinking they will have to shell out huge sums of money for their employees benefit, they are reluctant to review other options. There are IRC compliant plans that not only save the owner tremendous amounts of money in taxes, but also puts those same dollars into their own retirement plan. For small family controlled businesses, it does not get any better. What if the children can buy-out dad’s interest in the business through the pension plan? What if hundreds of thousands of dollars can be contributed into the pension plan by his children on behalf of dad. Not only does this transaction create a tax deduction for the children, who are the buyers, but it also creates a tax-free contribution for dad, the seller. This way over the course of several years, dad can be remunerated for the full fair market value of the company while assisting his children with the transition. Moreover, dad is not required to take a salary during the transition years, provided it can be shown that he had at least three (3) prior years of earned income. This allows his children even more corporate dollars to be utilized for dad’s pension contribution. Once the pension is fully funded, as per their agreement, dad retires and rolls his money out into an IRA. Qualified Defined Contribution & Defined Benefit Pension plans allow business owners to sock away much larger amounts of money than the $17,000 their 401(k) currently allows by the IRC. Defined Contribution plans, often referred to as Profit Sharing plans, “define” how much money an individual can contribute before taxes. The 2012 IRC Sec. 415 Defined Contribution Limit is 25% of salary up to $50,000 ($55,500 if age 50 or older). Please note that a 401(k) is a Defined Contribution plan usually with a small employer match, say 25% of the first 4% of an employee’s deferral. Many plans do not fully utilize the Profit Sharing component. Defined Benefit plans, often referred to as Pension plans, “define” a future “benefit” rather than defining a contribution amount today. The 2013 IRC Sec. 415 Defined Benefit Limit is $205,000 a year or $17,803 a month. As such, much larger contributions can be made in order to fund the benefit. The formulas include factors such as: salaries, plan provisions, assumed rate of asset growth and employee characteristics like age and job classification. Often, if the owner(s) are much older and much more highly compensated than the rest of the employees, the formulas permit them to put much more money away for themselves before taxes. Few business owners explore these options because of a pre-existing belief that previous tax law prohibited this kind of planning in the past. And here is where it gets even better. Due to the Pension Protection Act of 2006 (PPA), business owners can combine deduction limits Under IRC Sec. 404(a)(7). For plan years beginning in 2006, the IRC Sec. 404(a)(7) deduction limitation -- which limited deductions to 25% of eligible plan compensation when an employer sponsors both a Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit plan -- will be determined without regard to Defined Benefit plans that are covered by the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC). So what does this mean? It means that a business owner can fully fund both a Defined Benefit plan and a Defined Contribution plan…! Simply put, much larger annual contributions and tax savings to the business owner. Moreover, Defined Benefit plans that cover at least one employee other than the business owners, partners and their spouses, provides protection of the contributions from creditors. This is of the utmost importance simply due to the litigious nature of the business climate we live in today. In summary, these plans provide a wide variety of limits and tax leverage that most business owners find desirable. In fact, because these plans maximize the share of the annual contribution to the owners, due to age and compensation factors, they are the perfect vehicle for family buy-out proposals. Given these incredibly uncertain financial times, have you reviewed your pension plan lately? For more information about Defined Contribution Profit Sharing & Defined Benefit Pension planning please call Andrew J. Cavaliere, CLTC at 914-682-2190 or toll free at 877-676-9900. Andrew is certified in Long-Term Care (CLTC) from the Corporation for Long-Term Care Certification, Inc. Andrew is a member in good standing of the Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT), which is the premier Association of financial professionals nationally. Andrew’s offices are located at 50 Main Street, White Plains, NY 10606 and at 500 West Putnam, Greenwich CT 06831.
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Education
Prepare for a Career in Healthcare Sector Management at Long Island University. Earn an advanced certificate or an M.B.A. degree in the growing field of healthcare management at Long Island University’s Hudson Graduate Center at Westchester. Demand for healthcare managers with business skills has never been greater. Responding to this need, Long Island University has launched a new Healthcare Sector Management program, offering two graduate study options in the field of healthcare administration. After completing your advanced certificate or your M.B.A. at the University’s Hudson Graduate Center at Westchester, you will be prepared to advance in middle and upper management positions in the healthcare industry. Option A: The Advanced Certificate in Healthcare Sector Management Enhance your credentials by enrolling in the advanced certificate program. Certificate candidates will complete four healthcare sector management courses for a total of 12 graduate credits on a part-time basis in just two semesters. Option B:The M.B.A. Degree with a Healthcare Sector Management Concentration Students in the M.B.A. program follow the standard 48credit curriculum, normally completed by part-time students over a 24-month period, with a focus on leadership in healthcare organizations. The Healthcare Sector Management Program will be offered at Long Island University’s Hudson Graduate Center at Westchester, located on the grounds of Purchase College, 735 Anderson Hill Rd., Purchase, N.Y. Courses are offered on weekday evenings and on Saturdays. “The healthcare management field is one of the few sectors of our economy we know will continue to grow significantly over the next five years,” according to Dr. Lynn Gunnar Johnson, director of the M.B.A. Healthcare Sector Management program. For information, contact Dr. Johnson at 914-931-2711 or lynn.johnson@liu.edu. Long Island University Hudson Graduate Center at Westchester 735 Anderson Hill Rd. Purchase, NY 10577
Elder Law Estate Planning EttingEr Law Firm 150 Grand Street, White Plains, New York 10601 (914) 684-6100 Trustlaw.com 9 NY locations. Call 800-500-2525 ext. 117 or email pbrown@trustlaw.com to schedule a free consultation. Combining Elder Law and Estate Planning, we address our clients’ needs for comprehensive estate planning to avoid probate, save estate taxes and keep assets “in the blood”. At the same time, we take steps to ensure that our clients’ assets are protected from the costs of long-term care as they age by using Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts. Our trademarked free maintenance program includes a review every three years to insure your plan will work when you need it.
Elder Law
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Nursing & Rehabilitation VICTORIA HOME Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Person- Centered Care on a Riverview Estate Since 1916. Victoria Home is a New York State Licensed Nursing Facility. Please contact us for more information or to schedule a tour. 25 North Malcolm Street Ossining, New York 10562 (914) 941-2450 Fax: (914) 941-2962 www.victoriahome.org
Move Better • Feel Better • Live Better Personalized In-Home Physical Therapy and Wellness Services for All Abilities! A Healthier You, LLP (A.H.Y.) provides personalized and integrative in-home physical therapy and wellness services in lower Westchester and Fairfield Counties. Owners Dr. Delali Goka, PT, DPT and Stacey Rittenberg, PT, MPT, NCS bring over twenty years experience in rehabilitation, fitness, and wellness to your doorstep. Their passion and expertise are evident in their approach to patient care. Choose A.H.Y. to: • Gain peace of mind at home • Recover faster from surgery or injury • Take back control of your health • Manage a chronic condition or pain effectively • Achieve you personal best In-Home Physical Therapy Services • Evaluation/Treatment of Orthopedic, Cardiopulmonary and Neurological Conditions • Balance and Fall Prevention • Customized Home Exercise Programs • Caregiver Training Programs • Home Modification/Safety Assessments • Aquatic Therapy • Vestibular Rehabilitation Wellness Services • Wellness Assessments • Personalized and Diagnosis Specific Wellness Programs • Wellness Seminars • Wellness Parties Phone: (914) 458-2249 E-mail: info@AHY4life.com Web: www.AHY4life.com
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Susan Fox isn’t just the new president at White Plains Hospital, she’s a pioneer. Fox, who took over on Jan. 1, is the first woman to be president of an acute care hospital in Westchester County. She joins CEO Jon B. Schandler in leading the facility. “With the progressive implementation of the Affordable Care Act, our industry is changing rapidly,” said Schandler. “Susan brings a depth of knowledge and experience that will be invaluable as we position our Hospital to thrive in the evolving healthcare environment.” Fox came to White Plains Hospital in 2010 as Senior Vice President of Administration, spearheading a strategic plan to solidify the Hospital’s position as the premier community hospital in the market. Among the initiatives she has led is the creation of White Plains Hospital Physician Associates, which now includes nearly three dozen physicians covering many specialties including: thoracic, orthopedics, oncology, general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology and internal medicine. “Over the past two years, Susan has clearly demonstrated her remarkable leadership skills,” said Roger Cappucci, M.D., President of the Medical Staff at White Plains Hospital. “She has inspired confidence in the physician community that the hospital will continue to grow
and remain the leading healthcare resource in the region”. “Since coming to White Plains I have witnessed the critical role our Hospital plays in the health and well-being of those who live in and work in the surrounding community,” said Fox. “I am excited to have the opportunity to help lead the Hospital in the new era of healthcare. It’s a challenging time for the industry but we are confident in working with our physicians, nurses and staff that White Plains Hospital is strategically positioned to continue to bring exceptional care to our patients.” Fox, a longtime Westchester resident brings more than 25 years of health management experience. Prior to joining White Plains Hospital, Fox was Senior Vice President, Physician and Ambulatory Network Services at North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System (NSLIJHS) where she worked for 14 years. Prior to NSLIJHS Fox was a Senior Manager of Health Care Consulting at Ernst and Young. Fox holds a B.S. in Nursing from Columbia University and an M.B.A. in Healthcare Administration from Baruch College/ Mount Sinai School of Medicine. She lives in Larchmont with her husband, Jeff Menkes, who is CEO and President of New York Downtown Hospital.
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Resource Directory Senior Care
The Wartburg Adult Care Community 1 Wartburg Place, Mount Vernon, NY 10552 (914) 699-0800 thewartburg.org https://www.facebook.com/thewartburg https://twitter.com/#!/thewartburg Wartburg offers residential and home-centered services to the aging in Westchester. On its stunning Mount Vernon campus are independent living cottages (Lohman Village); affordable housing (opening late 2012); assisted living (Meadowview); memory care/specialized Alzheimer's/dementia areas; skilled nursing; adult day (medical/social); sub-acute rehab. Adult day works with homecare to provide seamless programs for those living at home or with loved ones. Wartburg is a mission-driven non-profit with its roots in the Lutheran faith. People of all means and beliefs are welcome; a unique and diverse pastoral care team supports all programs.
Senior Living
FREE Service Helping Families Find Senior Residences Golden Years Living Solutions is a FREE senior living advisory service. We help families navigate the overwhelming process of finding and selecting a new senior residence for a loved one. We work directly and personally with each of our clients to guide and assist them through the entire process in choosing the right residence. We provide information regarding various senior living options (including care, services, amenities, activities and costs) and we help evaluate the most suitable arrangement for you or your loved one. These residences include: 55+ Communities, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Residential Care, Continuing Care Retirement Communities, Skilled Nursing, Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care. For more information or to schedule a free consultation, please call (914) 437-8675 or email info@goldenyearsls.com. Golden Years Living Solutions, Inc. 333 Mamaroneck Avenue #211 White Plains, New York 10605 Phone: 914-437-8675 Fax#: 888-900-9850 Email: info@goldenyearsls.com Website: www.goldenyearslivingsolutions.com
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Senior Living Getting better…. just got better.
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We are proud to announce that our stunning new nursing center has opened and has private and semi-private rooms with magnificent views of Long Island Sound. United Hebrew is a not-for-profit, non-sectarian, multi-service senior living campus serving the Westchester metropolitan area since 1919. Our dedicated short-term rehabilitation suite is staffed by Burke Rehabilitation professionals. The exemplary clinical team of professionals will design a personalized treatment plan for care in our nurturing environment. Features include country kitchens, recreation rooms on each floor, a courtyard garden for recreational use, private dining and family rooms and wireless internet access. United Hebrew Family of Services: • Nursing Home Care • Burke Rehabilitation at United Hebrew • Willow Towers Assisted Living Residence • Soundview Apartments for Independent Seniors • Long Term Home Health Care Program • Azor Home Health Agency For more information or to schedule a tour please call Admissions at 914-632-2804 x1148 or email Karen Nodiff at knodiff@uhgc.org. United Hebrew 391 Pelham Road, New Rochelle, NY 10805 914.632.2804 www.uhgc.org
Services DML LICE SERVICES OF WESTCHESTER (914) 424-1367 60 Blanchard Avenue Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 Dale Longworth, the Original Lice Expert of Dobbs Ferry/Westchester has removed lice and eggs from thousands of children and their families using all natural and non-toxic products. She has been in business as a professional lice technician since 1997 and is highly recommended by doctors and nurses throughout Westchester County. Her services provide a relaxing and pleasant atmosphere for you and your children during treatment and you will be guaranteed to leave satisfied and lice free!
Weight Loss
WELLU MEDICAL WEIGHT LOSS Terry Ellman, M.D., M.P.H. 34 South Broadway, Suite 210 White Plains, NY 10601 (located next to The Westchester shopping mall) 914-920-7217 www.PhysicianDirectedWeightLoss.com WellU Medical Weight Loss offers the ultimate in bariatric care using a comprehensive and individualized approach crafted for you. Dr. Ellman specializes in preventive and bariatric medicine (non-surgical weight loss/management) and uses the most advanced innovative interventions consistent with the latest and best available scientific evidence and guidelines. Our medically-supervised weight loss programs will guide you through your journey to achieve and maintain a healthier weight and lifestyle. You will enjoy one-on-one physician support every step of the way. Call us today for an appointment at 914-920-7217 or schedule online at www.wellumd.com.
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Now in its third year, “An Evening of Food and Wine with Fine Friends” will introduce guests to the wines of the Italian regions of Friuli, Tuscany, Piedmont and Sicily, Friday, April 27 at 6:30 pm, at Tappan Hill Mansion in Tarrytown. A benefit for Phelps Memorial Hospital Center, the event will also feature foods reflective of these Italian wine-growing areas, plus a silent auction. Sponsors are Divney Tung Schwalbe and BBL Medical Facilities. “We’ve asked Tarry Lodge in Port Chester to help us select the wines for tasting,” said David Beckwith of Grand Cru Wine Consulting, who is helping to organize the event. “And, of course, the chefs at Tappan Hill will weave their usual magic in preparing appropriate foods to accompany the various wines. This should be an extraordinary evening of connoisseurship and conviviality.” Tuscany, Piedmont and Southern Italy are known for producing wines of exceptional quality,” according to wine columnist Nick Antonaccio of Wine Adventures, LLC, who will lead the tasting. “The evening will be a marvelous wine experience that will make guests feel as if they have been transported to the heart of Italy’s wine country.” A range of premium and moderately priced red and white wines will be offered for tasting and for purchase at the conclusion of the event. All proceeds will come back to the community through the programs and services of Phelps Memorial Hospital Center. More information and tickets at $125 per person may be obtained by contacting Ruth Burton in the Phelps Development Office at 914-366-3115 or at rburton@pmhc.us. Reservations can also be made by going to the Phelps website at www.phelpshospital.org. Who gets lung cancer, and why? These and other questions will be answered at a special presentation, Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Lung Cancer, by physician experts in oncology and thoracic surgery at Phelps Memorial Hospital Center. The event will take place in the Phelps Auditorium, 701 North Broadway in Sleepy Hollow, on Thursday, April 12 at 7pm. A light supper will be served at 6:30 pm in the Boardroom, prior to the presentation. The presentation will be given byAvraham Merav, MD, chief of thoracic surgery and medical director of surgical services at Phelps, who has more than 37 years of experience in treating lung cancer. He is also an associate clinical professor of surgery at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He will be joined by Stephanie Smith-Marrone, MD, a boardcertified medical oncologist at Memorial Sloan- Kettering Cancer Center Sleepy Hollow, who has a particular interest and expertise in the treatment of lung cancer and cancers of the head and neck. To register for this special presentation, call 914-366-3220.
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What do doctors do to treat their own pain? As a board-certified internist who has been in practice for over 13 years, I spend much of my time attempting to alleviate the pain and suffering of my patients. As a clinician, one of the biggest challenges I face is helping my patients deal with musculoskeletal and neuropathic pain syndromes—those all-too-common, yet frequently debilitating ailments caused by bad backs, pinched nerves, arthritis, and the like. Unfortunately, much of what I have to offer my patients boils down to the following: take a pain pill, stretch if you can, wait, and hope for the best. After a failed trial of “conservative” therapy a call might go out to the orthopedic surgeon for assistance; a truly satisfactory result is not common. The simple fact is that physicians are not well trained to deal with musculoskeletal pain, and patients can suffer as a result. Thankfully, my views on this topic have been turned completely upside down since I havepersonally discovered Dr. Jonathan Donath’s outstanding practice. After beginning a vigorous exercise regimen I started to experience awful neck and upper back pain, accompanied by numbness and tingling down my left arm and fingers. For weeks I tried to nurse the pain with non steroidal anti-inflammatory medication, but the pain persisted and got to the point that I was almost unable to work, sleep, or most importantly, play guitar. I wasliterally in tears from the excruciating pain. A neurosurgeon diagnosed a herniated disc and pinched nerve in my neck and offered to decompress it with an operation. In desperation I called Dr. Donath instead. My visit to Dr. Donath’s office was an outstanding experience. He spent about an hour with me and combined multiple modalities to fix the herniated disc in my neck: deep massage, active release techniques, traditional manipulation, cold therapy, and finally spinal decompression. After that first hour with Dr. Donath my pain had decreased from a 10/10 down to a manageable 4/10, and I was able to comfortably move my head and neck. That very night I was able to play guitar again. Two days later I went back for another series of treatments and the pain decreased even further. After about five days the pain was absolutely gone. Unbelievable! Since then he has used the same wonderful techniques to help me overcome painful bouts of sciatica as well. My own patients and family members have become “believers” in Dr. Donath’s abilities as well--- the results he achieves are real and lasting. He is my go to guy for the majority of musculoskeletal and neuropathic pain syndromes that I now realize are truly treatable. Dr. Robert Sidlow MD, Associate Professor of Medicine at Albert Einstein College of Medicine
I am a pediatrician and in my work, I have to bend down a lot and I’m constantly lifting kids. I usually have one to three bad flare ups of low back pain every year. When my back would "go out", I could barely walk to the bathroom and would have to lie down in bed for a few days. I have tried everything: doing nothing and "toughing it out", muscle relaxants, physical therapy, chiropractic, therapeutic massage, and even painful steroid injections. Nothing worked. When I moved to Westchester, I met Dr. Jonathan Donath. In just a couple of sessions with Dr. Donath, the pain completely disappeared. If it hadn't happened to me, I wouldn't have believed it. During my last flare up, I was expecting to be on my back for 2-3 days and in pain for 2 weeks. Instead, after one session with Dr. Donath, I was able to walk; two more sessions and I was fine. I could walk, bend down and I had almost no pain. Since that last back episode, Dr. Donath has helped me with my tendonitis in my right hand and with my chronic knee problems. I recommend Dr. Donath to everyone with back, muscle or joint pain. Even if you have not had relief with other treatments and other Chiropractors, give Dr. Donath a chance. I did and he changed my life. Eugene Dinkevich MD, Mount Vernon, NY It’s my great pleasure to write about Westchester Spinal Decompression Center. I really don’t have words to express my feelings about the care I got in last 3 months. I was almost handicapped, living with terrible pain all the time, crippling my day to day life. I am a medical doctor and work in a hospital with all sorts of amazing physicians, but after seeing a physical therapist, getting epidural steroids injections, many orthopedists and neurosurgeons, finally my destination lead me to see Dr Jonathan Donath. With great skepticism, I lied down for spinal decompression therapy. It was unbelievable that after only two initial sessions, my radiating pain down my leg had almost disappeared. Gradually, I started getting better, started doing exercises that they gave me midway through the treatment. Now, I am doing all my daily activities without any pain. I highly recommend Dr Jonathan and his colleague Dr Kavita for any problems related to the musculoskeletal system, you will definitely feel at home and will get better. Dr. Pankaj Jain, M.D New York, NY Dr. Jonathan Donath DC, MS, Clinic Director Joint Effort Chiropractic / Westchester Spinal Decompression Center www.jointeffortchiro.com www.backpainwestchester.com
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