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does very good work and is very reassuring and explain what he is doing. I’ve never felt more comfortable. He xed my broken front tooth and made me smile again. He’s amazing! And the staff and dental assistant are all awesome.”

For What It’s Worth by Dr. Melfi, Ph.D.

Ok, so here’s the latest scoop on the medical situations regarding my last several columns, having to do with inability to get to a doctor from Cleveland Clinic in a timely manner. Yes, for those of you who insisted I name the dreaded hospital that I was writing about, it is, in fact, Cleveland Clinic. e reason I am now going to put a name to the place is because I was invited by Dr. Singh, the President of Cleveland Clinic to have a meet and greet this a ernoon. Just when you think you know how your week is going to go, wham, a personal invitation to speak with the president himself, who read my articles and wanted to talk. Okay, so I’ll admit I was nervous, anxious, worried, but also armed for bear in the event that he wanted to minimize the situation, but in fact, surprisingly, he was caring, open to suggestions, and transparent with regard to how Cleveland Clinic took over Martin Memorial North and South, and what he strived for going forward. I was impressed, and I’m not easily sold on lip service, but between him and the head of Patient Experiences, Karen Ludwig, who was also present, it was apparent that he knew and understood the frustrations the general public has been experiencing getting seen by a physician in a timely manner.

I have to give him credit. His information was forthcoming, addressing my concerns, sometimes even before I had

the chance to list them. Also to his credit, he was young-ish, a physician himself, and has only been the president of the hospital for one year. In that year, he and Karen had an earful of complaints and they had plans to address all of them by way of hiring almost 60 new physicians, twice as many nurses, and ongoing training for those people on the front lines, who take the calls and make appointments. I was shocked, in a good way. He never tried to make excuses, nor did he make false promises. He said getting things turned around was not going to happen overnight, but he does strive to make this hospital the best it can possibly be, within a reasonable amount of time. He is there to speak with, to read emails, and to even give out his cell phone number (No, sorry, I can’t pass it along, lol) but from what I understand, he has done that frequently to others as well.

He loves this community, he loves this hospital, and he loves medicine. He is not one of those people who sits in their ivory tower, having no pulse on medical practices. He wants to do better, and promises he will do better, but this is what he has been handed, well, that, and the pandemic, which has seen the resignation of good nurses and doctors who no longer wish to expose themselves and their families to infection. I get

it. Much as I loved hospital nursing, I have asked myself many times if I had stayed in nursing, would I quit? I feel like the answer is a hard “no” but it’s easy to say from the sidelines, and not in the midst of potentially deadly chaos.

My point is this. He wants things to change, and he has ideas to change them, many of which it is not my place to share. I came in with a list of suggestions, but before I could get my ideas out of my mouth, he already verbalized them. We were on the same page! So, the bottom line is this.

For What it’s Worth, he’s young, he’s enthusiastic, he wants to make things better, and he wants Cleveland Clinic, Stuart, to be exactly what we all want it to be, a place we can trust with our very lives. Let’s be fair and give him time to get it together. If I was a gambler, I think I’d put my money on him.

Zachary Taylor Waterfront RV Resort

By Gabby Gregory

Zachary Taylor

Waterfront RV Resort: Let the Adventure Begin!

Looking for a quiet weekend getaway complete with scenic waterfront views and endless recreational activities? Look no further than Zachary Taylor Waterfront RV Resort in Okeechobee!

I had the opportunity to speak with Larry and Trisha D., a married couple from Martin County, who recently stayed in one of the 12 furnished cabins at Zachary Taylor Waterfront RV Resort. They described their experience as “very nice and relaxing,” and expressed their excitement to return in the future with their children and extended family members.

Let’s hear what else Larry and Trisha had to say about Zachary Taylor Waterfront RV Resort:

“The views of the water were absolutely breathtaking,” Larry recollects, “and being nestled in the heart of nature, seeing the native flora and fauna up close and personal, was incredibly refreshing.” He and Trisha arrived at the resort on

their motorcycle on a Friday night, settling themselves comfortably in their professionally cleaned and meticulously maintained cabin, and were amazed to find that their stress quickly disappeared. The cabin was furnished and stocked with everything they needed, so Trisha explains, “We really only had to bring our clothes and toothbrushes.”

Larry and Trisha took a short walk through the spacious resort and out onto its lighted 100 ft. pier to enjoy a sunset that Trisha describes as, “remarkable.”

The next day, Larry and Trisha took a morning motorcycle ride on the paved roads of the spacious resort, relishing the ½ mile of waterfront views as they passed the 211 full RV hookup sites, large recreation hall, fenced dog park, concrete boat ramp, horseshoe pit, general store, and other attractions. After taking in all that Zachary Taylor Waterfront RV Resort has to offer, the pair explored the Okeechobee

community, enjoying a hearty Southern breakfast before checking out some of the charming local shops. Afterwards, they took the recommendation from the friendly and knowledgeable management team to take a local company’s airboat tour of Lake Okeechobee.

“We saw all types of different birds and there were a few gators, which was neat. It was a great suggestion for something to do. The wildlife was really beautiful,” remembers Trisha.

Larry adds, “Yeah, we felt like we had the concierge experience. It was nice”

The two finished their day back at the Zachary Taylor Waterfront RV Resort, taking a dip in the enclosed, heated swimming pool before cooking up some burgers on one of the resort’s outdoor barbecue grills. “We forgot condiments,” Larry relates, “but we solved that problem easily just by visiting the resort’s community store.”

“We left with more than just that though,” Trisha admits, “they have gifts and things there too…”

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“Oh yeah,” Larry laughs, “we just had to get t-shirts.”

The next morning, the two went for a sunrise hike on the Florida Scenic Trail located directly across the street from the resort (Trisha’s idea). “The views were so incredible,” recounts Trisha.

Then, the couple sat on the lighted pier again, this time to do some fishing (Larry’s idea). “The lake really does have the best bass fishing,” affirms Larry.

Later, the pair challenged one another in the resort’s indoor shuffleboard court, then again out at the horseshoe pits. “I won both games,” says Trisha, as Larry shakes his head in response, just outside her line of sight.

Larry and Trisha’s active day ended with a different sort of excitement. They spent the evening at the Seminole Casino Brighton, which is conveniently located just 30 minutes West of the resort. Trisha exclaims, “It was a blast!”

When Monday morning came around, Larry and Trisha were disappointed to have to say goodbye to Zachary Taylor Waterfront RV Resort. Their weekend went by “way too quickly,” and as they watched the “spectacular waterfront views, peaceful scenery, and welcoming RV and outdoor community” grow smaller in their rearview mirror, Larry and Trisha promised one another that they would return for another mini-vacation.

“We had an unforgettable experience. It was a wonderful spot for a quiet, romantic weekend away from the kids,” says Larry.

Trisha heartily agrees with her husband, and adds, “The resort and the surrounding community also have plenty of things for our kids and family to do, so we plan to come back sometime around Thanksgiving. Some of our relatives have RVs, so it’s the perfect place for us all to come together to enjoy a different side of South Florida and to really appreciate the beauty here while we’re in each other’s company. Plus, their rates are very affordable, especially compared to the other

resorts on the coast. Zachary Taylor Waterfront RV Resort is really like… the best adventure!”

Experience a new kind of adventure by calling Zachary Taylor Waterfront RV Resort to make a reservation for your Lake Okeechobee getaway! You deserve something that is both relaxing and exciting, so let the adventure begin!

Zachary Taylor Waterfront RV Resort is located at 2995 U.S. Highway 441 SE in Okeechobee. The office is open Mondays-Fridays from 9AM-4PM and Saturdays from 9AM-3PM. For more information, please call 863-763-3377 or visit flrvresort.com.

By Gina Zuk

The Florida lifestyle provides us with a host of options for getting from point A to point B... from scooters to speed boats, we’ve got them all! e golf cart in particular has, with all of the gated communities in the Sunshine State, become an easy and convenient way to get around the area. Golf carts aren’t just for private neighborhoods or the links though; in fact, they have even become a quick way to tote the kids to and from the bus stop every day! Do the prices at the pumps tempt you to put the car in the garage for a while? Head to Ace of Carts, the area’s largest golf cart superstore with the best selection of golf carts, golf cart accessories, and top-notch service!

Ace of Carts is a family-owned and operated business led by Nick Rotundo and his dad, Rock Rotundo. Nick and Rock were in the automotive business together before making the move from upstate New York to south Florida seven years ago. Nick explains that a er moving, his family had a di cult time purchasing a golf cart for his grandmother, who had moved into a gated community. So, Nick and Rock ventured into the golf cart sales business together, becoming an authorized retailer for ClubCar, Yamaha, Icon, and Polaris Commercial golf carts.

In 2018, the Rotundo family moved the business to its current Stuart location (formally Tri County Golf Carts). Ace of Carts now employs over 30 sales, service, and customer care personnel, and is the highest volume sales dealer of golf carts in the area! In addition to golf carts, Ace of Carts has an inventory of electronically-assisted bikes (ebikes) for the bike rider who wants a more comfortable option when it comes to pedaling uphill.

Aside from their vast inventory, Ace of Carts is the go-to source for many Palm Beach, St Lucie, and Martin County residents due to Nick and Rock’s industry experience and dedication to exceptional

service. In these challenging times of supply and demand, the service team at Ace of Carts does everything possible to guarantee that customers have their service and sales needs met. Ace of Carts’ factory-trained technicians have the knowledge to provide quality diagnostics, service, and repair for any golf cart. ey realize that golf carts are important to lifestyle routines, so they make timely service a priority.

One of many happy Google reviewers says of Ace of Carts, “I purchased my Club Car cart from Ace of Carts about four years ago and have been supported by them the entire time. If I have questions, I receive answers by a call or text immediately. ey truly want the entire experience to be as close to perfect as possible. Nick and the entire family are fantastic… and I like supporting a family business…”

In addition to their Stuart location, Ace of Carts has expanded to two more locations, one in Daytona Beach and the other, newest one in Tequesta, the Grand Opening of which is later this month. Tequesta’s premier 3,000 square foot showroom will still have the same o erings as the other locations, but will be more focused on the customer experience. Nick explains, “ e Tequesta location will be geared more toward the golf customer.” ere will be a digital golf simulator on the premises, along with other interactive displays and attractions that customers can explore while shopping for carts and accessories! Nick adds, “ e customers will leave the store more informed than when they walked in.”

Like Ace of Carts’ other locations, the Tequesta location will provide FREE cart pick up and delivery with almost every sale. Ace of Carts also o ers 0% nancing for 48 months on select products, making it easy to purchase a golf cart that will absolutely be the envy of the neighborhood.

Find the perfect golf cart at Ace of Carts, and stay tuned for the Tequesta Ace of Carts Grand Opening!