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companies profiled on he following pages are founders, innovators, and leaders in their respective field. When you are in the market for the services and products featured on the following pages, these Faces of Influene are the names to know. FACES INFLUENCEOF2022 NEUROSURGERY/SPINE Luis Antonio Mignucci, M.D. 78–79 ORTHOPEDICS Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic Associates of Dallas 80–81 AUTISM TREATMENT Child’s Path 82 BREAST AUGMENTATION John L. Burns, Jr., M.D. 83 BUILDING MATERIALS Matt Born 84 CHILD CUSTODY Webb Family Law Firm 85 COLON & RECTAL SURGERY Anna M. Toker, M.D. 86 COSMETIC DENTISTRY/ CROWNS & VENEERS Tim Nguyen, D.M.D., F.A.G.D. 87 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION
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DERMATOLOGY Jon Pruett, M.D. Lisa Guidry Pruett, M.D. 88 DIVORCE McClure Law Group 89 EMPLOYMENT LAW Clouse Brown PLLC 90 EQUITY IN STEM Bernard Harris, M.D. 91 FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY Benjamin Bassichis, M.D., F.A.C.S. 92 FERTILITY Fertility Center of Dallas 93 FINANCIAL WEALTH CFO4Life 94 GENERAL DENTISTRY Josh Willard, D.M.D. 95 HAND SURGERY Hugh “Bo” Frederick, M.D. David Muzykewicz, M.D. 96 IN-HOME CARE Belinda May 97 INTERNAL MEDICINE Howard E. Anderson, Jr., M.D. 98 OPHTHALMOLOGY Judith Kirby, M.D., F.A.C.S. 99 ORTHODONTICS Brody Hildebrand, D.D.S., M.S. 100 PAIN MANAGEMENT John Michels, M.D. 101 PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY Beyond Pediatric Dentistry 102 PERSONAL INJURY LAW Frenkel & Frenkel, L.L.P. 103 PHILANTHROPY Communities Foundation of Texas 104 PREMIER EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION Noel J. Rigley, Ph.D. 105 REFLUX SURGERY Chris Cottrell, M.D., F.A.C.S. 106 RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE Willow Bend Mortgage Company, The One Group 107 STEAKHOUSES Randy Burks 108 77dmagazine.com February 2022 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION
Dr. Mignucci is one of the few neurosurgeons in the United States certified by both the American Board of Spine Surgery and the American Board of Neurological Surgery. To further enhance his expertise, Dr. Mignucci has participated in multiple clinical trials related to spine care and is also actively involved in the design of advanced medical devices and equipment. During his 30 years of
DR. LUIS ANTONIO MIGNUCCI WAS THE FIRST board-certified neurosurgeon in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to complete a formal fellowship in spine surgery at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. He has been providing medical care at Neurospine Surgical Consultants for more than 30 years.
Neurospine Surgical Consultants is located in Windhaven Medical Plaza, which provides a comprehensive and convenient location for patients’ medical needs. It also houses Windhaven Medical Imaging, which has the most advanced 3T MRI equipment. Patients can be evaluated and undergo diagnostic studies, often on the same day, thereby enabling them to obtain an immediate solution. The Windhaven Ambulatory Surgery Center
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Dr. Mignucci graduated from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, department of neurological surgery. He completed his spine fellowship at the prestigious Cleveland Clinic Foundation and pursued additional specialized training at the national Hospital of Nervous Diseases at the University of London.
practice, Dr. Mignucci has developed special interest and expertise in the surgical management of spinal tumors and conditions, including scoliosis and spondylolisthesis. Additionally, he routinely performs minimally invasive procedures to treat ruptured discs in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.
Under the leadership of Dr. Mignucci, Neurospine Surgical Consultants offers the lastest technologies in the diagnosis and management of adult neurosurgical conditions, as well as the evaluation and nonsurgical treatment of acute and chronic musculoskeletal disorders.
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provides patients with the state-of-art facility, in the same location, staffed by highly trained and compassionate team of surgical personnel. M.D.,EDUCATIONUniversity of Puerto Rico School of Medicine Fellowship, Cleveland Clinic Foundation Specialized Training, National Hospital for Nervous Diseases and University of London Windhaven Medical Plaza 6160 Windhaven Parkway Plano, Texas 75093 Neurospine Surgical Consultants Suite windhavensurgery.com972.212.7463SuiteWindhavenwindhavenimaging.com972.403.0159SuiteWindavenneurospinesurgical.com972.378.6908200MedicalImaging100SurgeryCenter220
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The group has made several changes in recent years to better serve the community. While Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic Associates of Dallas has long been involved in training foot and ankle Fellows, the practice now plays a key role in the training of residents through the Baylor University Medical Center orthopedic residency. Being involved in
The surgeons believe in shared decision making between physicians and patients. You can expect them to listen to how your orthopedic problems are affecting your ability to perform the activities you enjoy. When a diagnosis is reached, they will discuss nonoperative and operative treatment options and help you decide what works best for your individual needs.
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Additionally, Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic Associates of Dallas has been expanding in the Dallas area to provide convenient and accessible care. There are now offices in Dallas, Plano, Frisco, Garland, and McKinney with multiple locations in some of these cities. In 2022, Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic Associates of Dallas also plans to add additional sites in Rockwall, Sunnyvale, and Grapevine. They look forward to seeing you soon at the location that works best for you.
teaching helps the practice keep up with the changing landscape of orthopedic technology and enables the training of a new generation of surgeons, some of whom will likely work in the Dallas area. In 2021, Baylor Scott & White Orthopedic Associates of Dallas welcomed Dr. David Vier, a graduate of the BUMC residency program, who completed a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery. The practice hopes to add more graduates to the group in the future.
Orthopedic Associates of Dallas are ready to address your orthopedic problems. The group consists of fellowshiptrained subspecialists in sports medicine, spine surgery, foot and ankle surgery, hand surgery, shoulder and elbow surgery, and joint replacement. They treat acute and chronic conditions in patients of all ages.
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Orthopedic Associates of Dallas Locations: TheDallasStar in Frisco Frisco Centennial DallasOrtho.com469.800.7200GarlandParkMcKinneyPlanoCities
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Left to right, front row: Jacob Zide, M.D.; Phillip Hansen, M.D.; Virgil Medlock, M.D.; Veerabhadra “Babu” Reddy, M.D.; Brody Flanagin, M.D.; Devesh Ramnath, M.D.; Richard Rhodes, M.D.; Mack Lancaster, M.D.; William Montgomery, M.D.; James Brodsky, M.D.; Khalid Yousuf, M.D.; Matthew Nevitt, M.D.
Christian Royer, M.D.; Ishaq Syed, M.D.; Sheena Black, M.D.; David Vier, M.D.; Sean Haslam, M.D.; Shahram “Shawn” Yari, M.D.; Jennifer Chu, M.D.; Anil Koganti, M.D.; Sherry Igbinigie, M.D.; Stephen Appleton, M.D.
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Child’s Path is also a training center for professionals in the autism treatment field Co-founders Kerry Pines and Cathy Boatman developed a successful training program and master’s level internship for providers that has a 100% pass rate on the
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“PREPARE THE CHILD FOR THE PATH—NOT THE path for the child.” This is the motto of Child’s Path in Frisco, which provides individualized therapeutic programs for children who have unique learning needs. The treatment clients receive at Child’s Path jumpstarts their journey to becoming independent, lifelong learners. By incorporating behavioral support, parent education, and inclusive peer modeling, the goal is to help clients navigate and overcome challenging behaviors or situations instead of avoiding them, working through barriers to the learning process.
An educated, passionate team uses an individualized approach of play-based applied behavior analysis, which is an evidenced-based treatment proven effective for children with autism. Experts at Child’s Path provide this treatment in the community, home, or clinic for one-on-one skills or social training.
board exam. Through research and by training tomorrow’s professionals and leaders, Child’s Path is improving the future of autism treatment in Dallas-Fort Worth communities.
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Testimonials: “Child’s Path has been the best place for our child.” “I am thankful we have this wonderful relationship with Child’s Path.” “We went through many other centers and none of them were even close to Child’s Path when it comes to ethics andNowperformance.”initseighth year, Child’s Path has received numerous awards and recognition, including the Best of Frisco award in the therapist category two years in a row. As an integral part of the Frisco Community and the surrounding areas, Child’s Path is proud to continue its collaboration with local organizations, schools, and families to promote awareness and education so its clients can reach their fullest potential.
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“My patients typically recover within a day or two after surgery, thanks to a rapid recovery protocol,” he says. “With 3D implant imaging, patients can see what they will look like on a computer so they can pick the perfect implant to meet their goals. I also use a no-touch technique, placing implants under the muscle using a funnel, which prevents scar tissue build-up around the implants (capsular contracture).”
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Skin Care and Laser Center, Dallas’ Premier Medical Spa. He graduated summa cum laude from the research honors program at Vanderbilt University and the University of Texas Medical Branch and completed his plastic surgery training in the integrated program at UTMB. He also pursued additional expertise in aesthetic surgery in Florida, microvascular surgery at The MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, and fellowship training in laser surgery at UT Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Burns operates at the Dallas Day Surgery Center, DPSI’s on-site, AAAASF-approved plastic surgery-specificsurgical center. Patients can also stay overnight at the on-site Cloister at Park Lane recovery center with round-the-clock nursing care. Dr. Burns offers both in-person consults at DPSI as well as virtual consults through his website, drjohnburns.com.
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PATIENTS CHOOSE DR. JOHN BURNS AS THEIR surgeon for a variety of reasons, as he specializes in all aspects of cosmetic surgery of the face, breast, and body. However, many women seek his expertise in breast augmentation—a major focus of his practice for the past two decades. Dr. Burns is widely sought after for his excellent outcomes in breast augmentation due, in part, to his rapid recovery protocol, natural results, high-tech 3D implant imaging, precise implant placement, and a no-touch technique during surgery.
Dr. Burns is board certifiedby the American Board of Plastic Surgery and president of the Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute. He is also medical director of DPSI’s affilied EpiCentre
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While Born possesses excellent management skills, he credits the Denton store achievements to his highly skilled team of associates. “I have very high expectations for my team, which results in success in our store, as well as their individual long-term success with our company,” he says.
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MATT BORN IS THE DENTON GENERAL MANAGER for 84 Lumber, the nation’s leading privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components, and industryleading services for single- and multi-family residences and commercial buildings. Born’s professional experience spans more than two decades, making him one of the best in the business and one of 84 Lumber’s strongest managers.
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apart from our competitors,” Born says. “We are mindful of our customers’ challenges; we serve them with honesty, empathy, and adaptability.”
Born started with 84 Lumber in 2001 at the Clarksville, Arkansas store. He quickly was promoted to contractor sales representative, and in 2004 became the manager of that store. Since then, Born has managed three additional stores–Bethel Heights, Arkansas; South Houston; and now Denton, where he has been the manager since 2019 and continues his stellar management and proven track record of success.Withmultiple delivery trucks running daily, it’s crucial for the store to be extremely organized and focused with always keeping logistics at the forefront of every project. “Hands down, our unmatched customer service sets us
With another record-breaking year expected in 2022, 84 Lumber Denton is already planning multiple expansion projects to improve efficiencs and production to meet and exceed expectations.
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With a combined 66 years of experience, the attorneys at the firmhave a proven track record in and out of the courtroom resolving issues pertaining to divorce, paternity suits, modifiations, interstate litigation and relocation matters, and international child abductions.
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The Webb Family Law Firm understands the complexities and emotions involved with any family law case, particularly child custody disputes. The firmhas developed a unique teambased approach to each case which helps create effective solutions catered to each individual client’s needs. The fir strives to achieve the best possible outcome for clients in custody disputes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
THE WEBB FAMILY LAW FIRM, P.C., LOCATED IN downtown Dallas, has provided child custody representation in Texas for decades. The boutique-style firmspecializes in all areas of family law, with an emphasis on child custody and paternity suits.
The Webb Family Law Firm, P.C. represents traditional and nontraditional families, including married couples, unmarried
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parents, same-sex couples, and military families. If you need assistance with custody or visitation, call or email The Webb Family Law Firm to schedule a consultation with one of their top-rated attorneys.
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Anna M. Toker, M.D.
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Med-spa services include weight loss treatments, training at the MedGym, body sculpting treatments, and nonsurgical esthetics, such as injectables. “The lynch pin between the two practices is the Emsella device, designed to improve incontinence and pelvic floordysfunction,” Dr. Toker says. “A 30-minute Emsella session has the same results as 17,000 Kegel exercises, eliminating the discomfort or embarrassment
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AT FIRST GLANCE, COLORECTAL SURGERY AND MED-SPAS don’t seem to go together, but they are complementary when under the expert care of Dr. Anna Toker, a colon and rectal surgeon specializing in robotic surgery and medical director of SKANDii MedSpa.
of traditional pelvic floortherapy and potentially eliminating the need for pelvic floorreconstruction.” Dr. Toker also provides gut-floa reprogramming to normalize intestinal function as well as a dietary detox to decrease inflammationin the body for surgery patients. She is one of the fist physicians in Dallas to offer medical THC for compassionate use under new Texas law that can alleviate symptoms of some diseases. Dr. Toker also offers Interstim, a sacral nerve stimulating device, to her patients. This procedure can replace sphincteroplasty reconstructions when diet and physical therapy have failed.
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“At the medical spa, we focus on nonsurgical approaches to weight loss and nutrition,” Dr. Toker explains. “As a colorectal surgeon, I spend a lot of time discussing diet as medical management for hemorrhoids, constipation, IBS, incontinence, and diverticulitis. Proper nutrition can improve the outcomes of my surgical patients and contribute to narcotic-free surgeries, which leads to shorter recovery times.”
“Whether a patient needs surgery or not, a large portion of my discussions with patients revolve around normalizing intestinal function,” Dr. Toker says. “If surgery is needed, my patients can expect a 48-hour hospital stay with very few complications.”
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Dr. Nguyen spends ample time with patients in their initial consultations, learning about their goals for their smiles and working together on appropriate treatment plans. “Whether it’s a consult or a second opinion, patients are genuinely excited to begin the process,” he says. “I always start by asking what they see when they smile—what they like and what they don’t like. What’s nice about cosmetic dentistry is that patients are just as enthusiastic about the process as I am.”
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IT’S NOT UNCOMMON FOR DR. TIM NGUYEN TO hear, “This is how my smile should have looked all along” once he completes a smile makeover. Dr. Nguyen specializes in all aspects of general and cosmetic dentistry, including crowns and veneers, at the longtime Plano practice Parker West Dental. Dr. Nguyen, a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry, is a Dallas native and Jesuit alumnus. He earned his D.M.D. from Tufts School of Dental Medicine and completed his AEGD Residency at Lutheran Medical Center. He dedicates well over 100 hours of continuing education each year to make sure he stays ahead of the latest dental technologies and treatments. Dr. Nguyen enjoys all aspects of dentistry and has a special interest in cosmetic dentistry because of its positive impact on his patients. “We are able to return people’s smiles to them,” he says. “Over time, teeth can become broken, worn, or mis-colored, which can lead to a more aged appearance, and whether it’s a complete smile makeover or correcting one or a few teeth, cosmetic dentistry can make you look younger. It’s rewarding to see my patients smile again.”
Parker West Dental is an energetic practice where patients feel at home and at ease. Dr. Nguyen works diligently to exceed patients’ expectations, and the friendly staffis expertly trained in all areas of dental care. Says Dr. Nguyen, “Many patients say they feel this practice is more than just a dentist office—it’s like a family, which is exactly what we hoped to achieve.”
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After finishingmedical school and dermatology residency at Louisiana State University in New Orleans, they put down roots in Dallas to raise their four children, who attend schools in Highland Park ISD. Both dermatologists see patients of all ages for the entire scope of dermatologic issues. Dr. Jon Pruett has a special interest in skin cancer detection and treatment, psoriasis, and eczema, and Dr. Lisa Pruett has a special interest in treating acne, melasma, contact dermatitis, and hair loss. “The cosmetic
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REVIVAL DERMATOLOGY IS A COMPREHENSIVE dermatology practice, family owned by board-certifie physicians Dr. Jon Pruett and Dr. Lisa Guidry Pruett. After practicing dermatology in different environments for more than 30 years combined, this husband-and-wife physician team created Revival Dermatology to ensure a patientcentered, fully transparent approach to practicing medicine. In their new, state-of-the art practice in Preston Center, you will always be treated by a board-certifieddermatologist who provides expert medical, surgical, and cosmetic skincare in an intimate, family friendly, boutique-style environment.
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Revival Dermatology offers patients state-of-the-art technology for cosmetic treatments, including Morpheus8, Evoke, Halo, and BBL. Many patients see the practice’s experienced aesthetician monthly for medical-grade aesthetic services. Says Dr. Jon Pruett, “At Revival Dermatology, we have created a space where our patients can feel like a part of our family in a comfortable, physician-run, patient-focused practice that offers the latest, expert dermatologic care for patients of all ages.”
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realm of dermatology is constantly evolving, and our practice is here to give our patients expert, evidence-based guidance in anti-aging treatments,” Dr. Lisa Pruett says. “It’s important to us, as physicians, to help our patients navigate the options that are proven to work to ensure the most natural outcome.”
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law matter. Although known for their tenacious, energetic, and “bulldog” approach in the courtroom, the McClure Law Group team works toward collaboration and resolution without the necessity of protracted litigation. When collaboration is not an option, McClure is a proven powerhouse in the courtroom and is regularly named among the Best Lawyers in Dallas.
Innovative, cutting-edge, and intelligent—the lawyers who make up McClure Law Group are leaders in and out of the courtroom and are known for their ability to handle any family
Whether a divorce, custody battle, or drafting a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement, the McClure Law Group team relentlessly strives to effectively guide their clients through an undeniably difficult ti.
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Clouse Brown has been named a Tier 1 law firmin Dallas-Fort Worth for employment law on the exclusive Best Law Firms list. Clouse and Brown are both both Board Certifiedin Labor and Employment Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. They were included on the Best Lawyers list individually for employment law and included in D Magazine’s Best Lawyers in Dallas. Clouse is also a Fellow in the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. Clouse and Brown have both been included in the prestigious Dallas 500 list by D CEO magazine.
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The employment lawyers at Clouse Brown hit the ground running, working side by side with clients to develop short-term strategies to respond to critical workplace conditions and longterm strategies for success in a new, virtual business world. Not only are Clouse Brown’s attorneys skilled in employment law, they understand business and problem solving. The team provides decades of experience representing senior executives, business owners, physicians, and corporations in a variety of complex employment matters, including litigation, arbitration, and contract negotiations.
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EMPLOYMENT LAW DURING A GLOBAL PANDEMIC. No one taught us how to navigate this in business school or law school. But lawyers, executives, employers, and the courts had to quickly adapt to new ways of doing business. And some of the biggest challenges were tackled by C-suite executives forced to make difficult decisions in unecedented times.
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unpredictable business challenges,” says Keith Clouse. “Our lawyers certainly know employment law. In addition, we also know how to implement practical solutions to solve workplace issues for our executives and corporate clients.”
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“Alyson (Brown) and I have practiced together for more than 20 years. While we didn’t necessarily expect COVID-19, we’ve spent decades helping our clients adjust to crises and numerous
Math and Science Initiative focuses on equitable access to high-quality PreK through grade 12 and beyond education, culturally responsive teaching, strong support for educators and administrators, and the development of more highly qualifiedteachers. NMSI not only works with school partners to determine digital access needs, but also focuses on digital literacy to ensure students, families, and educators can fully leverage digital tools and access.
NATIONALLY, ONE IN FOUR STUDENTS IN LOW-INCOME families don’t have reliable access to high-speed internet at home. While many teachers, students, and families are settling into a new normal of online, hybrid, and social distance learning, the U.S. continues to wrestle with effective responses to the Thepandemic.National
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For more than 12 years, NMSI has produced and delivered classroom-ready lessons and educator planning materials that empower successful teaching and learning—in-person and online. Dr. Bernard Harris, CEO of NMSI, recalls his mother teaching during the civil rights movement—all while raising
her three children on the Navajo Nation as a single mother. Her example set Harris on a path to becoming a medical doctor, astronaut, and managing partner of a venture capital firm Bernard has made it his mission to expand access and achievement in STEM education, particularly for underserved students across the country.
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“I believe my mother would urge us to see and seize these opportunities, findingways to overcome obstacles,” Harris says. “She would say, ‘Education creates opportunity’ and ‘It’s our responsibility to educate all students.’ I’m proud to lead an organization doing just that, and I look forward to continuing our work with teachers and students through these challenging times.”
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Dr. Bassichis and his team invite you to visit the Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery Center to see how one of D Magazine’s best plastic surgeons can help you achieve your most refreshed, natural, and beautiful appearance.
Dr. Bassichis earned prestigious double board certifiation in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery as well as head and neck surgery, specializing exclusively in facial cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. With his advanced fellowship training, combined with experienced technical and artistic mastery, Dr. Bassichis designs customized integrations of surgical and nonsurgical services for each patient.
The foundation of his practice is comprehensive facial health maintenance, incorporating anti-aging skin care, medical spa technology, laser medicine, injectables, and state-of-the-art facial plastic surgery to achieve gorgeous, lasting rejuvenations. “After thoughtfully listening to our patients, we provide customized treatment plans so they can reach their facial health goals and reveal more youthful versions of themselves,” he says. Using
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proven techniques, including facial injections, fractionated CO2 laser resurfacing, and expert facial plastic surgery, he promotes natural-appearing, timeless aesthetic results.
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VOTED ONE OF THE BEST DOCTORS IN DALLAS FOR plastic surgery for the 16th consecutive year, Dr. Benjamin Bassichis continues his devotion to lifelong facial health and beauty at his well-respected, cutting-edge practice, the Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery Center.
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A leading national expert in FDA-approved facial injectables, Dr. Bassichis personally performs all injection procedures himself to optimize treatments and cultivate genuine, longterm relationships with his patients, many who travel across the country for his honesty, expertise, and meticulous outcomes. His exceptional ability to enhance unique individual beauty is refleced in patient satisfaction and confidene.
Twenty-fie years of successfully treating all facets of fertility disorders has developed knowledgeable, caring, and innovative treatments year after year. This dedicated work provides the very best chance for you to have a baby.
• Treatment for all aspects of fertility disorders
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Dr. Michael Putman, Dr. Lilly Zhang, and their team of professional staffmembers envelop you in an understanding, warm, and compassionate environment. Remarkable results have sprung from these essential experiences.
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WHEN YOU’RE FACING DIFFICULTY BECOMING pregnant, your most important decision is placing your trust and hopes in the most experienced, highly skilled, and successful fertility team. At the Fertility Center of Dallas, patients arrive from all over the world to become a part of innovative programs to turn the dream of a baby into a beautiful newborn.
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TRUE WEALTH. IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT MONEY. It’s also about dreams. Goals. Financial independence. Peace of mind and security. And the confidene of knowing that for every age and stage of your life you have a plan for your portfolio and financialfuture. This was the vision founders Levi McMellian and Brian Chastain had when they started considering what a comprehensive financialplanning fir could really be more than 20 years ago—one that was focused on the client above all else. And one that offered a full range of services that clients could access knowing they were receiving objective advice. Today, that vision has been realized with a double-digit asset growth since its inception and almost $2 billion in assets under management.
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AT WILLARD DENTAL, DR. JOSH WILLARD TAKES A different approach to dentistry, and this has been recognized by his peers when selected as one of D Magazine’s Best Dentists in general dentistry. Dr. Willard understands that choosing a dentist is not an easy decision and, many times, can feel overwhelming. Like many other choices, the dentist you choose should be a personal decision and one who meets your priorities. For Dr. Willard’s patients, it’s important for them to finda dentist who spends quality time with them and listens to their concerns. They want a dentist they can trust and one who will provide preventive and comprehensive care. Dr. Willard believes in providing optimal preventive and comprehensive care to keep you healthy. By maintaining regular checkups and cleanings with your dentist and hygienist who know your dental history, changes in your dental health can be identifiedpromptly, which allows for strategies to be developed to prevent future problems. Dr. Willard offers specialty services to include cosmetic dentistry, full-mouth restoration/reconstruction, clear aligners, TMJ treatment, sleep apnea/snoring appliances, and sedation dentistry.
Dr. Willard is an advocate for his patients and works in conjunction with a trusted network of specialists to achieve the desired aesthetic and functional outcome each patient deserves. He believes in creating a strong doctor-patient relationship built on trust and communication while treating his patients with compassion and respect. Patients refer their friends and family to Willard Dental because Dr. Willard and his team treat patients like real people—not just another number—and he continues to prove his expertise in the dental field Dr. Willard is an alumnus of The Pankey Institute for advanced dental education. He currently serves as the president of the North Texas Dental Society, is a delegate for the Texas Dental Association, and an alternate delegate to the American Dental Association.
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DR. HUGH “BO” FREDERICK AND DR. DAVID MUZYKEWICZ are board-certifiedorthopedic surgeons specializing in surgery of the hand, wrist, and forearm. Dr. Frederick, who has an added qualifiation in hand surgery, has been treating patients, including local and national professional athletes, for a variety of conditions of the hand and wrist at his personalized practice sinceFellowship-trained1991. in hand surgery, Dr. Frederick and Dr. Muzykewicz take a personal approach to patient care. Every patient is seen and treated by their surgeon from the initial evaluation throughout the course of their treatment—there are no physician assistants. A friendly staffmember personally answers every phone call, and patients enjoy a warm, welcoming environment when they visit this personalized practice. From the treatment of arthritis to caring for hand fractures and trauma, the doctors take a conservative, nonsurgical approach to patient care whenever possible. If surgery is required, both doctors are trained in the latest surgical procedures. “Not every ailment requires surgery,” Dr. Frederick says. “All treatment options are
The practice has two on-site hand therapists, so that following surgery, patients can receive all follow-up care and therapy in one location. “We have an excellent team approach to patient care, which contributes to excellent outcomes in patients of all ages,” Dr. Frederick says.
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Dr. Frederick received his M.D. from the University of Texas Medical Branch and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at Tulane University Medical Center. He completed his hand fellowship at Good Samaritan Hospital. Dr. Muzykewicz received his M.D. from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his orthopedic surgery residency at University of California San Diego. He completed his hand fellowship at Brown University.
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AFTER TALKING TO BELINDA MAY, OWNER AND founder of Homecare Network, for only a few minutes, even the most accomplished professional may wonder if they have done enough with their life. Her career track is just that impressive—so much so that the city of DeSoto declared February 9 Belinda May Day. She founded Homecare Network in 1999 after recognizing a need in the southern sector for improved in-home healthcare. She started with just one patient and today, Homecare Network has 130 employees who serve more than 750 patients in 33 North Texas counties. Economically challenged home-bound patients with chronic health issues benefitfrom the comprehensive inhome nursing care May’s company provides. May paused her college education after high school to get married and have a family. To support her young family, she took administrative jobs in home health, which is where she learned all aspects of the industry before opening her own home health business. To better serve her patients, she enrolled in a fast-track RN program, traveling from Florida to Dallas for two years until graduation in 2020. By age 49, May had worked since 8th grade, is an accomplished
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business owner, and is now an RN. “Most CEOs just look at policies, procedures, productivity, and cutting expenses,” May says. “I needed to know more about the clinical component of my business to bring everything together.” As a nurse, she can now explain to city leaders it’s critical to quickly get COVID-19 vaccines to DeSoto and can lobby to recruit more skilled nurses and physicians to the community. Many of May’s team members are furthering their education as well, becoming nurses and pursuing master’s degrees. She readily admits that without them—Xavier McGilberry, Tayloria Green, Saundra Hill, Venita Williams, Lolita Tiu, Maritza Romero, Barbara Jackson, Michelle Singleton, Jenny Edwards, and Traci Williams—Homecare Network wouldn’t be a success. “We take anyone who is in need, even patients with the most complex issues, which is what separates us,” May says. “We are examples of how it’s never too late. Even CEOs can continue to learn and grow, always going above and beyond to impact others.”
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certain medical screens and following up to make sure they get them,” Dr. Anderson says. “We also utilize technology through telemedicine with virtual visits. This was a huge resource for patients during the pandemic. Technology allows us to treat patients beyond the four walls of our clinic.”
Inspiration. “I want to inspire the future generation and encourage people to continue their interest and journey in healthcare,” Dr. Anderson says. “I do this through mentorship and externships and internships for students in high school all the way through medical residency programs.”
In addition to being an ordained minister, Dr. Anderson also serves as a board member of the Dallas Methodist Physician Network, University of North Texas at Dallas Foundation, and the High School for Health Professions at Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Magnet Center.
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Innovation. “Whenever possible, we use technology to improve patient care, such as identifying those in need of
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WHEN DALLAS NATIVE DR. HOWARD E. ANDERSON, JR., a 1988 graduate of South Oak CliffHigh School, was growing up, he noticed there weren’t many primary care practices in his community. He knew two things—he wanted to become a doctor and he would make sure that people in his community had access to quality medical care. The Anderson Medical Group of Texas (AMG) was established to promote the health and well-being for patients in southern Dallas County. Dr. Anderson has practiced internal medicine for more than two decades. Board certifiedin internal medicine, he places a focus on preventive medicine as well as the management of chronic care conditions. He operates his practice with the AMG Impact in mind—Investment, Innovation, and Inspiration.
Investment. “We invest in our patients as well as in the community,” he says. “No two patients are the same; every patient is unique to me. I take this uniqueness and develop medical treatment plans based on this.”
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DR. JUDITH KIRBY HAS BEEN PRACTICING ophthalmology for more than 20 years. Her interests include general ophthalmology, especially cataract surgery, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, and macular degeneration management. She often says that even after two decades in the fieldof ophthalmology, she can’t imagine spending her days doing anything more rewarding than caring for her patients’ eyes. “Vision is one of the greatest gifts a person could give. Ophthalmology is so much more than simply doing an eye exam. It is about restoring a person’s quality of life and, in some cases, even saving it.
KIRBY CENTER 9301 North Central Expressway Tower II, Suite 180 | Dallas, Texas 75231 214.253.0202 | kirbyeyecenter.com
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Dr. Kirby routinely sees and treats a wide range of complex eye conditions and specializes in performing complicated surgical procedures. She offers intravitreal treatments of antiVEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor) for macular degeneration and diabetes along with the latest lens implant choices for cataract surgery. Her office has state-of-the-art, top-of-the-line equipment to better serve her patients’ needs. She has continued to maintain her board certifiation which requires extensive
re-examination and recredentialing by the American Board of Ophthalmology. Her thorough, no compromise approach to complete eye care has led to the detection of disease in other areas of the body, such as carotid artery disease, multiple sclerosis, brain tumors, and even melanoma. “Communication with patients’ primary care doctors, endocrinologists, and neurologists is a crucial part of my role in helping patients achieve not just optimal eye health, but overall health,” she says.
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Dr. Kirby prides herself on a very patient-oriented approach to her practice, giving a great deal of personal attention to each and every patient. Spending signifiant time with patients to ensure they fully understand their diagnosis and options is a hallmark of her practice. Her passion and practice mission is to maintain and protect your vision for a lifetime.
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PRESTON HOLLOW ORTHODONTICS 8411 Preston Road, Suite 850 | Dallas, Texas 75225 214.691.5621 | prestonhollowspecialists.com
“We are incredibly proud of this boutique-style practice that provides individualized care for each patient,” Dr. Hildebrand says. “Our incredible team helps solve dental issues for patients and works closely with other dental specialists. The ability to lean on the expertise in both orthodontics and prosthodontics is great for all levels of care. We have been providing care for
WHEN YOU SEE SOMEONE IN DALLAS WITH A dazzling smile at a party, on the sports field on stage, or on television, there’s a good chance the team at Preston Hollow Orthodontics is responsible for it. The beautiful practice overlooking Preston Center brings together a multigenerational legacy of excellence in orthodontics and dental care. In fact, Preston Hollow Orthodontics is on the cusp of 50 years of continually crafting the beaming smiles seen throughout the Park Cities and North Texas. Dr. Brody Hildebrand, a specialist in orthodontics and prosthodontics, is now the third generation of orthodontists who proudly carries on the tradition of excellence in creating beautiful smiles for patients from across Texas.
Preston Hollow Orthodontics offers the latest diagnostic and treatment technology available for routine and complex dental care in addition to the latest esthetic orthodontic treatments, including clear braces as well as Clarity and Invisalign.
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“We strive every day to provide the most up-to-date and esthetic treatment options for patients of all ages to meet their smile goals,” says Dr. CliffAlexander, who succeeded his father and the practice’s founder, Dr. Moody Alexander. “We love creating happy, healthy smiles and a positive orthodontic experience in a beautiful, comfortable, and fun atmosphere.”
generations of friends and family members. We are well-rooted in the community and our staying power can be attributed to the long line of caring orthodontists and team members who make attention to detail and individualized care their priority.”
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neuropathy, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), and sports injuries.
Dr. Michels is a world-renowned expert in interventional pain medicine. He is a member of the board of directors for the American Society of Pain & Neuroscience. He has published multiple articles and book chapters on the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic pain. He specializes in using minimally invasive image-guided techniques to treat acute and chronic pain conditions, including neck and back pain, sciatica, herniated discs, joint pain, spinal stenosis, spinal compression fractures, migraine headaches, peripheral
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NFL SUPER BOWL CHAMPION AND FIRST-ROUND DRAFT pick, John S. Michels, M.D., is an expert in pain. After an injury ended his football career, he decided to take his experience as a patient and use it to drive his passion as a double boardcertified docor of interventional pain management.
Dr. Michels is consistently recognized by his peers and patients for his compassionate and high-quality medical care. He is honored to once again be named as one of the Best Doctors in Dallas by D Magazine. Since relocating his practice from Newport Beach, California to Dallas in 2016, he has also received numerous other awards, including the Texas Super Doctors in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021, Vitals Compassionate Doctor, Patients’ Choice, On-Time Doctor Awards, and Healthgrades Honor Roll.
As a result of his road to healing, Dr. Michels possesses a deeper understanding of the complex challenges of pain. This motivates him to help each patient return to optimal health. At his practice, his goal is to ensure that pain and injury don’t stop his patients from living their lives to the fullest.
INTERVENTIONAL SPINE & PAIN 8222 Douglas Avenue, Suite 890 | Dallas, Texas 75225 214.888.3883 | johnmichelsmd.com
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Dr. Michels is accepting new patients. His office is conveniently located in Preston Center, near the intersection of Northwest Highway and the Dallas North Tollway.
DRS. CARLA DAMON AND LORIA NAHATIS, BOTH mothers of two children, are on the forefront of pediatric dentistry. They apply their experience with their own children and expertise in pediatric anatomy, physiology, craniofacial growth and development, and how a child’s behaviors and habits affect dental health to help them thrive—starting from infancy.
Conveniently located in Preston Center, Drs. Damon and Nahatis look forward to helping each child look and feel their best. They create a path to wellness by looking at their patients’ teeth and beyond!
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been invited to speak about their expertise in early growth and development for the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry. They recognize that the younger treatment begins, the more they can help children untangle their poor habits and improve growth patterns that put them at risk for suboptimal health.
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National leaders in their field Drs. Damon and Nahatis have
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With more than 25 years of combined experience, they understand the importance of getting children excited and curious; this goes a long way in gaining their trust, acceptance, and compliance. Not only does their practice focus on routine pediatric dentistry, it also emphasizes an overall oral wellness approach, including early growth and development, myofunctional therapy, diagnosing and treating infant and child lip- and tongue-ties, and identifying problems associated with sleep disordered breathing. The practice collaborates and works closely with other Dallas-Fort Worth healthcare providers. Parents appreciate having a team to support their children and families.
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Drs. Damon and Nahatis inspire and empower children, and this is refleced in everything they do. Their mission is to make a positive impact in their patients’ lives by encouraging them to live an exceptional life by establishing healthy habits.
FOR 27 YEARS, FRENKEL & FRENKEL HAS CONTINUED to successfully hold negligent companies responsible for the consequences of their actions. Mark Frenkel, Scott Frenkel, and Gene Burkett are personal injury attorneys with a history of results, representing clients in courtrooms nationwide who have suffered catastrophic injuries from the careless actions of others. They are advocates for their clients and persevere in the pursuit of justice in every case. Frenkel & Frenkel handles commercial vehicle collisions as well as personal injury cases. They are known for their excellent results in representing clients who have suffered injuries from automobile, trucking, motorcycle, collisions. As experienced and tenacious personal injury trial lawyers who previously defended insurance companies, hospitals, and doctors, they use their knowledge from the other side’s playbook to bring valuable insight to each case. They take the “counselors” part of “attorneys and counselors” very seriously and believe clients need an advocate. They thoroughly prepare cases for trial, often bringing in specialists, such as accident reconstructionists, audiovisual professionals, engineers, medical experts, and economists, when
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needed. The firmalso has an in-office attorney/medical doctor who is an asset to clients due to expertise about the nature of complex injuries. All three partners have been named Best Lawyers in Dallas the past eight years, were named Super Lawyers in Texas Monthly, a Thomson Reuters publication, in 2020 and 2021, and Top Attorneys in Fort Worth Magazine the past four years. Frenkel & Frenkel was also voted Favorite Personal Injury Law Firm by the readers of Addison Magazine for the past 10 consecutive years. The success of Frenkel & Frenkel is best summed up by the clients they serve. Says client M. Hargrove, “After our wreck we were so confused about everything. Not only did they handle our legal matters, but they helped us with all the insurance paperwork and were there to help us through the recovery process. Witnessing them dealing with the opposing counsel was amazing.”
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individuals, families, and businesses maximize their generosity and impact. CFT staffexperts are always available to help you think through what matters most to you and how that can align with your giving strategy.
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AS THE LARGEST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION IN Texas and one of the largest in the nation, Communities Foundation of Texas has a vision of thriving communities for all, seeking to grow community giving, expand community impact, and advance community equity. CFT works with individuals, families, businesses, and nonprofis through charitable funds and strategic grantmaking steeped in equity and connectedness across the areas of health, wealth, living, and learning.
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One of the things that matters most to CFT in building a thriving community is partnering with the next generation of givers and changemakers. Since 2018, over 300 local young professionals have been part of CFT’s annual Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy cohorts. Learn more and see the alumni members at CFTexas.org/ELP.
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CFT has awarded over $2 billion in grants to nonprofis since its founding in 1953 and professionally manages more than 1,200 charitable funds. CFT is committed to serving and understanding donor needs, expertly handling complex gifts, providing giving guidance, and leveraging community knowledge to increase charitable impact. CFT works with companies of all sizes to spark or grow a culture of generosity, manage employee giving, and increase employee engagement. Through CFT’s programs, such as Be In Good Company, CFT for Business, Educate Texas, Emerging Leaders in Philanthropy, GiveWisely, the Live Oak Society, and North Texas Giving Day, CFT helps
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Dr. Rigley, his (late) wife Dr. Pratiksha Rigley, and their daughters Maya and Meira come from three generations of early childhood educators. They are passionate about early childhood education and are committed to serving the educational needs of every community that the schools touch. “As a family of educators, we are the proud owners of Primrose Schools of Klyde Warren Park, Park Cities, Prestonwood, Preston Meadow, Frisco West, Temple, and Waco,” Rigley says.“Parents shouldn’t feel guilty about wanting to focus on their careers and have a family. A healthy balance is good for parents and their children. Parents deserve peace of mind in knowing their child is in the right place. Being able to live and work in the same area is important for today’s busy families.”
passionate about helping alleviate the stress of working parents who struggle with the balance between work and raising a family. They understand that stress because they were working parents too. Says Rigley, “Early childhood education is so important in the fist fie years, and everything we do comes back to creating a home away from home for our children who will one day positively influene their immediate environment and future generations. Our highest priority is the health, safety, and growth of our staffand students, as well as providing superior customer service to all our families.”
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Dr. Rigley’s Primrose Schools are committed to making a difference in the communities they serve and are actively involved in supporting several local foundations and charities.
DR. NOEL J. RIGLEY, PH.D. AND HIS LEADERSHIP TEAM represent fie Dallas area Primrose Schools and pride themselves in understanding the childcare needs of working parents. “Who children become is as important as what they know,” is evident at each of his Primrose locations.
Together, they uphold a vision and mission to serve children and families with premier early childhood education. They are
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to treat their reflux Dr. Cottrell also performs robotic hiatal hernia repair and can pair it with the TIF® Procedure. He is also frequently sought after for hiatal hernia repair and reflu surgery revisions. “Many times, patients will have a failed surgery and come to me for a repair,” he says. “I also do reflu surgery on patients who have had weight loss surgeries, such as the gastric sleeve and the duodenal switch.”
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ANYONE WHO SUFFERS FROM ACID REFLUX KNOWS how painful and inconvenient the condition can be. For some, prescription or over-the-counter medication can provide a temporary reprieve from acid reflu—but it’s not a permanent solution and may cause negative side effects. This is where Dr. Chris Cottrell comes in. He has helped hundreds of patients eliminate refluxwith the transoral incisionless fundoplication procedure—most commonly known as the TIF® Procedure. Using an endoscope, Dr. Cottrell can repair or recreate the body’s natural barrier to refluxwhere the esophagus and stomach join. This is an advanced endoscopic procedure, which means no incisions are required. Recovery is quick, and most patients notice the results right away. “This procedure is a game-changer for so many people and it is as minimally invasive as it gets,” Dr. Cottrell says. “My patients stay in the hospital overnight just for observation, go home the next day, and are back to normal activities—without the dread of acid reflux and without the need or daily pills to treat it.”
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Dr. Cottrell has completed more than 1,600 robotic surgery cases and is one of only a few surgeons in the Dallas area who specializes in the TIF® Procedure. He has the secondhighest volume of TIF® Procedures in Texas. He practices at Advanced Surgical of North Texas and has privileges at several area hospitals. Dr. Cottrell received his M.D. from Texas Tech University and completed his residency at Saint Joseph Hospital in Colorado.
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The One Group’s explosive growth can be attributed to the experience and knowledge of the team, their keen understanding of the local real estate market, and the custom approach they take with each customer on an individual basis. The One Group anticipates 20% growth in 2022, thanks to an increase in production from their partners as well as efforts in recruitment. “We focus on partnership and are always looking for top REALTORS® and lenders who are serious about growing their production,” Carson says. “Through training and support, we focus on growth and an abundance mindset and help people succeed in The One Group way.”
Speed, competitive rates, experience, and critical relationships are only some of the benefis of working with The One Group. “We advise our clients based on experience and knowledge due to the large of production the team does,” Carson says. “Although we don’t sacrifie services, we want to be our customers’ mortgage lender for life—not just for a single transaction.”
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WILLOW BEND MORTGAGE COMPANY’S THE ONE Group has experienced rapid growth each year since 2017, closing nearly half a billion dollars in home loans in 2021. The One Group continues to focus on growth through building partnerships with REALTORS® and support stafffor the busy demands of buyers looking for homes in a competitive market. Senior vice president Dan Carson and regional vice president Chad Stansell are honored to support The One Group, which is continually ranked one of the top mortgage originator teams in Dallas-Fort Worth.
a vision to rebrand his restaurant into a finedining steakhouse in a Victorian home; this home, built in 1869, could be it. “I sat with the owner on the front porch and had tea with her and she agreed to sell it to me for $550,000,” he says. “The last appraisal we got was $2.4 million, so it was a good exchange.”
THE PATH FROM SERVER AT A CHAIN RESTAURANT to owning the oldest restaurant in Frisco was a winding one for Randy Burks but is also one that makes perfect sense once you trace each step. Burks has owned Randy’s Steakhouse since 1993—his fist business and his last job. “I started out stocking groceries in the middle of the night and realized I had to do something else, so I took a server job at a Black-eyed Pea restaurant,” Burks says. “I loved the energy of the restaurant but needed to make more money. My parents took me to dinner one night at Del Frisco’s. I immediately knew I wanted to work there, so I went to the library to research the restaurant to make a good impression. The owner, Dale, overheard my interview and followed me out to my car and said, ‘If you want to work here, show up at 5 p.m.’”
In addition to a family home, the historic structure has been a dry goods store, a doctor’s office, and a railroad stop. Burks made necessary updates through the years but has been careful to preserve its integrity. Burks is in the restaurant every day, and he and personally shops the farmer’s market for fresh produce and prefers to hand-select the steaks and seafood. If he’s not greeting diners, you’ll findhim in the kitchen cooking his famed steaks. For 28 years, Randy’s Steakhouse has been a beloved destination for family celebrations, anniversaries, proposals, and holiday toasts with friends. Randy’s feels like home—because it is.
RANDY’S STEAKHOUSE 7026 Main Street | Frisco, Texas 75033 972.335.3066 | randyssteakhouse.com
Burks showed up. He waited tables for a few years before he realized his temperament was best suited for the kitchen. He learned how to cook a great steak and later opened Randy’s Country Kitchen in Frisco. He heard the owner of an iconic historic home on Main Street was looking for the right buyer. Burks had
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