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World-Class Urology Practice Opens in Central Florida Founded to meet a need among urology patients looking for a more personalized approach to care, Avant Concierge Urology recently opened its flagship clinic in Winter Garden. Under the expert leadership of Medical Director Dr. Sijo Parekattil, Avant Concierge Urology specializes in vasectomy reversals, vasectomies, testicular/groin pain, male infertility, enlarged prostate/BPH, kidney stones, bladder problems and more. Among the many technological advances offered, the clinic is the first in the U.S. to bring the KARL STORZ Endoscopy VITOM® exoscopic camera system to a stand-alone urology clinic and surgery center, replacing the traditional microscope. It’s also the only urology clinic in Central Florida to offer the Urocoff DC system, a non-invasive diagnostic test for male urinary disorders. “It has long been a dream of mine to build the most tech-advanced, officebased urology practice, doing my part to provide cutting-edge treatment options for patients in a manner that both reduces post-surgery down-time and is also more cost-effective than the more traditional route of booking surgeries in hospitals or surgi-centers,” says Dr. Parekattil. “Avant Concierge Urology is the culmination of that dream, and it makes me eternally proud to be leading this team, providing world-class urology solutions to our patients for many decades to come.”
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Central Florida Lifestyle | February 2021
Celebrate Black History Month Virtually The Orange County Library System invites residents to celebrate Black History Month at home with educational, engaging programs presented by the library throughout the month. On Feb. 12, watch a live performance by Grammy-nominated musician Nathi Gcabashe, a singer/songwriter from Durban, South Africa. Learn to style a head wrap on Feb. 20 during Rock the Wrap: Headwrap Styling Workshop as well as a significance of the style. On Feb. 22, join Hebni Nutrition as they host Cuisine Corner: Black-Eyed Pea Salad live on Zoom. All library events are available online for free with an OCLS library card. For more information and a complete listing of library events, visit OCLS.info.
Visit Orlando Welcomes New President & CEO In December, Visit Orlando announced the hiring of its new President and Chief Executive Officer Casandra Matej to lead the destination marketing organization. Matej brings over two decades of experience in the tourism industry, including most recently serving as president and CEO of Visit San Antonio. “It’s amazing to have someone as talented and seasoned as Casandra take the helm at Visit Orlando,” says Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings. “We at Orange County Government welcome the entire Matej family to Central Florida and look forward to continuing the vision and spirit of innovation, collaboration and inclusion with Casandra and the team at Visit Orlando.” Matej assumes her new position this month. She says, “Orlando is the epicenter for all things travel and tourism, and I look forward to representing this incredible destination, where imagination comes to life.”