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“Every Dog Must Have His Day.” – Jonathan Swift, Autor, Gulliver’s Travels

During the month of October, Subaru of Pembroke Pines, in partnership with Subaru of America and the Humane Society of Broward County, are proud to celebrate Subaru Loves Pet’s month! All month long, Subaru of Pembroke Pines will donate $100 for every pet adopted from the Humane Society of Broward County up to $3,100.

Join Subaru of Pembroke Pines for the 4th Annual National Make A Dog’s Day on October 2, 2022. Subaru of America established the National Make A Dog’s Day in 2019 to share focus on “Underdogs” or special needs dogs that often get overlooked for adoption. In 2021, of the 36,000 animals that were adopted during the Subaru Loves Pets month, 9% of those pets were “Underdogs” given a second chance at a happy life. We will be collecting pet supplies to benefit the Humane Society of Broward County. Join the initiative this October, and help us get more pets adopted.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS PUBLISHER’S PAGE 10 “Our City” Salutes Healthcare Heroes CALENDAR 12, 14 October 2022

Publishers Christy & Terry Jaillet publisher@ourcitymedia.com

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Managing Editor Christy Jaillet Art Director Tom Rowe

FEATURE STORY 16 Reveal the Life Within

Graphic Designer Alana Brodie Advertising Sales Manager Nancy Koval nancy@ourcitymedia.com

COMMUNITY STORY 18 211 - Your First Call to Get Help 19

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Calling All Artists Pembroke Pines Hosts 5th Annual Student Art Competition Bow Wow Ween Is Here Again

HEALTHCARE HEROES 23-26 Heroes Live Amongst Us! OUR CITY EATS 27 Brisas De Oriente

PET OF THE MONTH 30 Meet “Niko”

Contributing Writers Terry Jaillet, Jon Duka, Dr. Robert Donoway, Dr. John Goodner, Amelis Lopez, Mayor Frank C. Ortis, Dr. Isabel Suate Advertising Info sales@ourcitymedia.com

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ASK THE EXPERT 28 Exertional Compartment Syndrome in the Athlete A Commonly Missed Diagnosis

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 32 Greetings From Your Chamber President

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“Our City” Salutes Healthcare Heroes

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ctober is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Each year, we see the color pink in unexpected places.

Whether it’s high school football players wearing pink socks to salute a mom’s struggle or a coworker adorning their shirt with a pink ribbon, the global Breast Cancer Awareness campaign has shone a light on breast cancer and helped raise billions in research funding.

Breast Cancer has impacted the Our City Media family as well. We have had family members struggle with a diagnosis and recover and have seen others succumb to the disease. One thing we saw again and again, however, was the tireless efforts of healthcare workers. These men and women have dedicated their lives to help people live as healthily as possible.

According to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity, there are almost 1 million Floridians employed in the healthcare sector. There are 83,000 doctors, 190,000 nurses, 66,000 EMTs and Paramedics, and hundreds of thousands of support staff.

These “front line” workers have been asked to do more in the past three years than at any time in a generation. We decided to recognize a few of these “Healthcare Heroes” in this month’s Our City magazine. Turn to page 23 to learn more about some of the people who are making an impact in the community. It is nice to know they are there for us when we need them.

Thank You to all of the healthcare professionals who are helping us live our best lives from all of us at Our City Media.

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October 2022 Calendar OCTOBER 1 Kid’s Corner Storytime at the Frank

Together with their caretakers, children under the age of 8 build literacy and engage in art activities. This edition of Storytime Hour celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with the book ‘Diego Rivera: His World and Ours’ written by Duncan Tonatiuh. Following the reading, children will engage their creativity with a guided art activity. Open to kids ages 0-8. Noon - 1:00 pm at the Frack C. Ortis Art Gallery, 601 City Center Way. For info, visit www.ppines.com.

OCTOBER 23 Savor the Sounds

New Music and Food Series Rolling into Pines, Savor the Sounds is a fusion of music and food trucks - the perfect way to get the family together for a relaxing, feel-good evening of good food and good music!

Featuring music by different genres each month. 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm at the Charles F. Dodge City Center, 601 City Center Way..

Music provided by Stella Fusion Band (Latin). For info visit www.ppines.com.

OCTOBER 29 Trick or Treat Shop to Shop

Put on your best Halloween costume and heave over to the Countryside Shops for a fun, safe trick-or-treat experience. Make sure to dress your best and bring a big Halloween bag for all that candy. Hosted at the Countryside Shops, 5524 S Flamingo Road from 10:00 am - Noon. For more info call 954-434-4300.

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This evening features Business for the Arts Broward and artist partners April Saler, Enrique Cirino, Orla Ananda, and Tucker Creations. In addition to pop up shows and talks, artists and visitors will have the chance to co-create a mixed media art piece. BFA Broward is a not-for-profit organization that educates the business community about the importance of Broward County’s art and cultural community and engages them in building connections between cultural vitality, creative success, and economic development. From 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery, 601 City Center Way.

Cardboard Car Creation Workshop

All are welcome to this family-friendly cardboard creation workshop. Guided by artist Jefreid Lotti, children and families will learn how to build their own cardboard car! After building, children will be able to paint their car. This workshop will be a great handson experience in repurposing cardboard to turn it into an artistic toy! Due to certain advanced steps in this workshop, all children must be assisted by their guardian.

Advanced registration is required, seating is limited to 25 participants. Hosted at the Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery, 601 City Center Way. To register, scan the QR code.

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Students residing in the City of Pembroke Pines and/or attending a Pembroke Pines school or a city art class in grades K-12 are eligible to enter the 5th Annual Student Art Competition.

Students have an opportunity to win $25-$100 gift cards.

Students will be judged by their artistic expression and creativity in four grade-level groups: • Kindergarten through second grade • Third grade through fifth grade • Sixth-grade through eighth grade • Ninth grade through twelfth grade.

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Applications are being accepted now through Monday, October 24, 3033 at the Studio 18 Art Complex, located at 1101 Poinciana Drive. Winners will be announced on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 12:30 pm at the Charles F. Dodge City Center, located at 601 City Center Way. Participants will receive a free frozen yogurt treat from Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt.

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hey live in our community. They are our next-door neighbors, moms at the PTA meeting, dads who coach football, and young professionals who volunteer at the harvest drive. They do all the everyday things we all do. They go to the grocery store, plan vacations, exercise at the gym, and dine at their favorite restaurants.

They also save lives. Our community is filled with HEALTHCARE HEROES. They all help us to live healthier lives. Whether it’s the EMT who responds to 911 calls, a nurse at the hospital, the oncologist treating cancer, your family dentist, or your local eye doctor. These heroes treat what ails us and help us live better quality lives.

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Dr. Erickson’s practice is on N. Flamingo Road in Pembroke Pines.

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■ ASK THE EXPERT

EXERTIONAL COMPARTMENT SYNDROME IN THE ATHLETE

A Commonly Missed Diagnosis

By Dr. Michael M. Cohen, DPM, FACFAS

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and sensory testing after exertion will aid in and the symptoms persist despite exhausting confirming the diagnosis and specifying the conservative treatment, surgery may be required splints. compartment affected. During strenuous activity if the athlete intends to continue the sport. The There many causes of leg pain in athletes. All blood flow increases to the leg causing the surgery involves releasing or cutting the tight too often, they are lumped together under the volume and weight of the muscle to increase fascia using a technique called fasciotomy. This term shin splints which most sports medicine by about 20%. As a result, the muscle fibers allows the muscle to expand during exercise. physicians do not consider a true diagnosis. attempt to swell but are restricted by the tight Complication rates are rare when done by an Stress fractures, tendinitis, medial tibial stress surrounding fascia. Immediately after activity the experienced surgeon and may include bleedsyndrome are all examples of maladies referred leg may feel tense or tender with deep message ing, wound breakdown, and numbness. Also, to as shin splints. However, one commonly or passive stretch. Runners may find that a bubble symptoms can redevelop several years after a missed diagnosis often confused with shin or several bubbles are visible in front of the fasciotomy in a small percentage of patients splints is exertional compartment syndrome leg which we refer to as fascial hernias. These as a result of the fascia reforming. The results (ECS). Exertional compartment syndrome (ECS), are areas where the fascia may have become of the procedure however are generally very also known as exertional induced compartment weak allowing the muscle to herniate through gratifying and has allowed many athletes to syndrome or chronic compartment syndrome due to the excessive internal leg pressure. The remain active in their sport. is a unique condition where an athlete experi- physical exam during rest is otherwise generally Dr. Michael Cohen has a marathon PR of 2:37 ences muscle pain in the legs with weakness unremarkable. X-rays, magnetic resonance at age 21; 2:50 at age 39 and at 50 was a top of the ankle as a result of increased muscle imaging, vascular studies and other imaging 3 age group finisher in both the ING Miami and pressure in one or all four compartments of the exams are used to rule out other diagnosis but Disney Half Marathons. In 1997 he placed third leg. Patients with this condition will typically are not helpful, as they are always normal in ECS. overall in the Florida Gatorade Duathlon series. note the onset of symptoms at a fixed point To confirm the diagnosis the sports physician Michael M Cohen, DPM, is a Board-Certified Foot ranging from 5-30 minutes into an activity, at a will need to measure the pressure in each comand Ankle Surgeon and Diplomate of the Amerspecific level of intensity, with symptoms usually partment of the leg with a special instrument ican Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He is a occurring in both legs. The most characteristic much like a tire gauge. In normal patients, the Fellow of the American Board of Foot and Ankle feature of (ECS) is that it is exercise induced pressure difference between rest and activity is Surgeons and Board Certified and Diplomat of and never present at rest. The vast majority of small, while those with ECS will have a dramatic the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. He patients with ECS are runners who range from increase in pressure readings after activity. practices with the Foot, Ankle, and Leg Specialthe occasional jogger to the elite Olympic level ists of South Florida specializing in lower leg inrunner. It is not unusual to see unconditioned ECS is not an emergency juries and reconstructive surgery of the foot and athletes develop these symptoms after beginning Exercised-induced compartment syndrome ankle. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medan exercise program. Occasionally the probis not to be confused with acute compartment icine in Weston is located at 1600 Town Center lem is recognized in high-level cyclists as well. syndrome which is considered a surgical emerBlvd, Suite C, (954) 389-5900 and in Pembroke gency. Typically, acute compartment syndrome Pines at 17842 NW 2nd St, (954) 430-9901. www.

Why does this happen? is a result of a traumatic injury causing a similar SouthFloridaSportsMedicine.org There are generally 4 compartments in increase in compartment pressures due to the leg, each is surrounded by tight tissue hemorrhaging. In this situation, the pressure resembling a thick saran wrap which holds the cannot be controlled easily and the delay in compartment in place and separates it from the treatment may cause permanent muscle and adjacent compartments. Patients with ECS will nerve damage. In contrast, people with exercomplain of cramping, burning, tightness and weakness of the ankle with exercise. Some cise-induced compartment syndrome will find will also develop numbness in the foot and that the pressure is relieved completely with rest. describe a foot slap due to ankle weakness ECS is generally not considered an emergency.

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The symptoms are reproducible with exertion and should be recreated in the office setting with an exercise challenge such as running on a treadmill or stair climbing. Specific muscle

What is the treatment?

A period of rest and avoiding high-intensity activities can be tried. Often more experienced athletes will recognize the level of intensity provoking symptoms and attempt to exercise just below that threshold. Muscle retraining by running more efficiently may also improve symptoms.

However, if the diagnosis of ECS is clear

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■ MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

Pembroke Pines

■ COMMUNITY NEWS

Bow Wow Ween Is Here Again

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By Frank C. Ortis

ear Readers, Every year the Pembroke Pines Fire Rescue Department, along with firefighters and safety advocates nationwide, joins forces with the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) to observe Fire Prevention Week held in October. This year is the 100th anniversary of Fire Prevention Week. The theme is “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape.” According to the NFPA, today’s homes burn faster than ever and you may have as little as two minutes or less to safely escape a home fire from the time the smoke alarm sounds. There are simple, but important, actions that everyone can take to keep safe from home fires. To learn more, please visit the Pembroke Pines Fire Department safety information located on the city’s website at www.ppines.com.

As the weather begins to cool, at least a bit for Florida, more and more outside activities are being held. The 10th Annual Bow Wow Ween is a great way to get into the Fall mood and include your dog. A fun and free event for all ages, it will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2022, from 9 am to 1 pm at the Craig Rupp Dog Park, located at 9751 Johnson Street (just east of Palm Ave.). There will be a dog costume contest, games, prizes, and pet-related vendors.

Check the city’s website for more info.

Another Halloween favorite is Boo-Ville being held on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, from 6 pm to 9 pm. This is also a free event but for Pembroke Pines residents ONLY that will feature a costume contest, music, games, and of course lots of treats. The first 1,000 children will be treated to pre-made goody bags. Be sure to check the city’s website for ticket information and more details.

If music is more to your taste, everyone is welcome to Savor the Sounds, a new music and food series that will be held at the Charles F. Dodge City Center located at 601 City Center Way. The first concert in the series will be held on Sunday, October 23, 2022, from 4 pm to 7 pm and will feature the Latin sounds of the Stella Fusion Band. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event. Bring a chair or a blanket to sit on. This will be a collaboration of music and food trucks that will also feature local artists and interactive art elements, and games for kids like corn hole, Connect 4, and giant chess.

And, don’t forget to come visit me and learn more about how government works at Coffee with the Mayor on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, from 8 am to 9:30 am. It’s all part of Florida City Government Week and will be held in the Charles F. Dodge City Center Lobby. I look forward to spending time with you over a nice cup of coffee. Be sure to also mark your calendar for the 24th Annual Artfest in the Pines, Saturday and Sunday, November 5 and 6, 2022 from 10 am to 5 pm each day at the Charles F. Dodge City Center.

I hope to see you all at these fun events. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my office at 954-450-1020, or by email at fortis@ppines.com From your Mayor,

Mayor Frank C. Ortis

t’s that time of year again for dogs to show off their best scary, spooky and creative Halloween costumes for the City of Pembroke Pines 10th annual Bow Wow Ween on Saturday October 8, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Pembroke Pines K-9 Officer Craig Rupp Dog Park located at 9751 Johnson Street (just east of Palm Avenue). The event is pet friendly and free of charge to attend.

Bow Wow Ween is the ultimate Halloween party for dogs and their owners. Participants can show how cute, mysterious, spine-chilling or frightening their dogs can be to win different prizes. Bow Wow Ween includes an assortment of dog costume contests for all sizes by specific category: best family costume, scariest, cutest and funniest costumes, and most original costume, with an awards ceremony to follow. There will also be dog games, prizes, promotional items from pet related vendors, activities for families and raffles. For the costume contest, walkins are welcome or applications can be completed in advance to participate.

The Contest times are as follows: Funniest Costume Contest is promptly at 10:30 a.m. with awards at 11 a.m.; Scariest Costume at 11 a.m. with awards at 11:30 a.m.; Cutest Costume at 11:30 a.m. with awards at noon; Most Original Costume at Noon and awards at 12:30 p.m. and Best Family Costume at 12:30 p.m. with awards at 12:45 p.m.

Additionally, there’s also a 2022 Miss Bow Wow Ween contest with the winner of Miss Bow Wow Ween 2022 receiving a crown and sash, accompanied by a prize basket valued at over $100. The Miss Bow Wow Ween contest takes place at 10:00 a.m. with awards for that competition being given out at 10:30 a.m. Pre-registration by mail or up to 30 minutes before each category is required to participate. There will be a form available online at www.ppines.com and at the event on the day of.

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■ CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Greetings From Your

Chamber President!

By Patty Archer

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he Miramar Pembroke Pines Regional Chamber of Commerce has been serving this area for over 50 years, promoting local businesses, encouraging economic development, offering training resources, fostering the relationships business leaders need to grow, and being the voice of the business community.

The idea of Shop Local is integral to ensuring a strong local economy to sustain our area in the long-term. A greater portion of each dollar spent locally tends to stay in the local economy when you spend it with a local business. Stronger local businesses are then able to hire more local employees, spend their money sourcing materials locally as well, and also support local charities more. A flourishing local business environment also increases competition and diversity of choice for consumers, which in turn promotes innovation and keeps prices competitive.

In a few months, the Chamber will debut its 2023 Community & Business Resource Guide, which will be a great resource for new residents and those looking to learn more about the cities we call home. You will be able to find this guide in retail areas, healthcare settings, realtor offices, and more locations around south Broward. You’re always welcome to visit the Chamber to pick up your copy as well.

Now and in the future, the Chamber is dedicated to being a Convener of leaders, a Catalyst for positive change, and a Champion for a strong business community. For more information and our event calendar, visit miramarpembrokepines.org.

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Patty Archer Chamber President

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