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tive therapy, a less invasive alternative to organ transplantation. This can alleviate waiting time for an organ donor and the stresses that accompany it, as well as less risk for rejection. Aside from repairing or replacing damaged tissue, stem cell transplants have been used to support the immune system in its battle with some types of cancer and blood-related diseases, such as leukemia, lymphoma, neuroblastoma and multiple myeloma. These transplants can use stem cells from adults or umbilical cord blood. A stem cell line is a group of cells that descend from one cell and continue to grow in the laboratory, but do not differentiate into specific cell types. These lines are frozen and stored for future use or shared with other researchers.
STEM CELLS: Where They Come From, How They Work And Who Benefits By Them By Marylynne Newmark, RN
At the beginning of the millenium here in the United States, government-funded stem cell research was stopped due to the controversial use of discarded embryonic tissue. Other countries, however, continued their research and today, stem cells are being used in amazing ways to generate new cells that repair diseased or damaged tissue. So, what are stem cells? Where do they come from, and how do they work? Stem cells generate naturally in our bodies every day. They replace our own living cells that survive only about 120 days. As we grow older, cell death continues, but regeneration to replace those cells slows down, and systems begin to decline. Dead cells can form scar tissue and without new cells to replace them to bring nutrients and oxygen, an organ’s function declines. There are many sources in our bodies that generate stem cells. In adults, stem cells can be harvested from bone marrow, blood and body fat. The patient can contribute their own stem cells to be stored until after chemo or a procedure; this is called an autologous donation. Or, stem cells can be donated to the patient by family or a non-relative if there is a blood and tissue match, an allogenic donation. This has been the procedure for bone marrow transplants that we have heard about for decades.. However, stem cells taken from adults are not as versatile or durable or able to rep-
licate all types of body cells as the highly receptive brand new cells that are found in embryonic or post partum tissue. For stem cell therapy, embryos that are only a few days old are the best, since they are the newest, cleanest and grow quickly. As per strict National Institute of Health (NIH) guidelines, these newly fertilized embryonic cells, only a few days old, must be nurtured in a Petri dish, frozen and stored in an in-vitro fertilization clinic for possible induction in the future. If the parent choses that these fertiled cells are no longer needed, the parent discontinues the storage and must provide written consent for medical research or use.
Around the same time as the Kyoto research, an Israeli research group teamed with the UK to develop a system utilizing mesenchymal stem cells from discarded placenta to heal wounds, so prevalent with the frequent bombings and military action in the nation. Further development at the Chaim Weitzman Research Center led to using stem cells to treat peripheral vascular disease, preventing limb amputation and improving life expectancy. Mesenchymal cells can also be harvested from body fat, bone marrow and cord blood after the birth of a child.
Stem cells also can be extracted from amniotic fluid when there is an amniocentesis procedure, as well as from postpartum placenta and cord blood, also with signed consent of the mother.
Today, not only are stem cells used to regenerate neurological damage in patients with Multiple Sclerosis, ALS, brain damage and injuries and pain, but orthopedists are injecting stem cells directly into joints and tissue to repair hip, spine, shoulder and knee degradation. iPS has opened doors to the regeneration of heart cells, brain cells and any organ of the body. People who may qualify for stem cell therapy include those with spinal cord injuries, type 1 diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, amyotropic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, burns, osteoarthritis, as well as cancer and its destructive post-chemo effects.
In 2006, because of the ethical concerns about using embryonic cells, a scientist from Kyoto University in Japan developed a process that took a skin cell, erased its life history and returned it to the clean slate it had as an embryo. He identified the result as an induced pluro-potent cell (iPS), cells that can divide into many more cells and since they are clean, are receptive to transform into any type of cell in the body.
Biotech companies specializing in harvesting stem cells are popping up all over the world. Israel has at least 18 that are harvesting cells to treat difficult conditions like childhood renal cancer. Mortality rate from heart attacks in Israel reduced 50% since 2008 by using stem cell regenerative therapy. Research at the Weitzman Center has been so forward-thinking that the country is advancing into a new industry… stem cell tourism.
This same researcher introduced heart and brain cells into iPS cells which began to regenerate into like cells of those organs. This paved the way for stem cell transplantation, now known as regenera-
Stem cells have the potential to become new tissue for use in transplant and regenerative medicine. Who knows what is ahead? They already cloned Daisy the sheep. Are we next? YourNHG.com Spring/Summer 2019 Medical Profiles 5
Testosterone For Women, Estrogen For Men? Wrong Levels Bring Problems
terol, hardening of the arteries, and weak bones. Low testosterone levels give women many of the symptoms associated with hypothyroidism, which serves as another strong motivator for women to keep their testosterone levels up. Sadly, most doctors are taught to prescribe only low doses of estradiol (in pill format, which is not good) and no testosterone whatsoever. In fact, doctors usually choose not to address hormone issues at all. They will tell you “normal ranges,” and if you happen to be low, they will usually prescribe you a medication for the symptoms. But that will never get your health back.
blood clots, and excessive estrogen levels may also increase the risk of stroke. A healthy man usually needs to maintain at least a 10-to-1 ratio of testosterone to estrogen. When the ratio is far below 10to-1, estrogen levels are too high, and that brings with it a host of ailments. Among the symptoms I’ve seen in men who have too much estrogen in their bodies are brain fog, blood clots, gynecomastia (man boobs), lack of erections, lack of sex drive, and low sperm counts. There’s also a higher risk for prostate cancer and heart disease when estrogen (estradiol) levels in men are too high.
What your body needs is bioidentical hormone therapy. You may need to find another doctor, someone who will treat your low-testosterone symptoms with bioidentical testosterone.
Too little estrogen, and you also have a lack of sexual interest, few erections, and no libido. It’s also not healthy for the brain to have super-low estrogen levels, nor is brain fog a symptom that anyone enjoys. The hormone health zone for estrogen in men
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Testosterone is considered the manly hormone, yet few women know that they have quite a bit of it in their bodies, primarily when they are young. In their 20s and 30s, their testosterone is in the normal range, but after 40 is when we start to see the decline in levels.
I suggest women in their 40s start monitoring their testosterone levels. The time to start optimizing them is when the hormone levels go below 50-60 percent of upper range or when symptoms develop. When your testosterone levels are optimized, life is great!
There are numerous factors that push testosterone levels lower – menopause, medications, stress, aging, removal of ovaries, and more. And with that drop, a myriad of problems can occur. Blood work is needed to confirm suspicions, but persistent symptoms of low testosterone in women are hard to argue away. Among those symptoms are aching joints, depression, inability to sleep, lack of sex drive, migraines, and weight gain. But the great news is, it’s fixable.
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You don’t normally think of women needing testosterone and men needing estrogen. But when those levels drop for women and men, respectively, or are way out of balance, a wide range of symptoms may be suffered. Fortunately, there are ways to correct those levels and restore health.
The hormone health zone for testosterone in women The first hormone women need to optimize is testosterone. It may sound a little strange to recommend testosterone therapy for women, but with it they can benefit enormously. Depression and anxiety usually lift. They can slow or sometimes reverse cellulite, lose weight (especially belly fat), tighten skin, restore libido, improve memory, strengthen the heart, and boost energy levels and stamina. The benefits of boosting testosterone go further; low testosterone is linked to an increased risk of diabetes, high choles6 YourNHG.com Spring/Summer 2019 Medical Profiles
Yes guys, it’s true: Even men need estrogen. There’s just a delicate balance that needs to be understood. Estrogen is one of those things that is good for you in the proper amounts but bad if you have too much or too little of it. Just the right amount of estradiol is good for bone strength, sperm count, cholesterol metabolism, healthy libido, and clear thinking, just to name a few of the known values of estrogen in men. Usually, however, it is too much estrogen in men that is much more common. This occurs when testosterone levels decrease due to aging, obesity, lifestyle, a lack of exercise, stress, endocrine disruptors, and so on. Too much estrogen has been found to promote abnormal clot formation or
Optimizing estrogen levels in men usually coincides with their testosterone levels. They are linked; raise testosterone, and estrogen usually rises; lower testosterone, and estrogen usually lowers. Remember, the goal is for at least a 10-to-1 ratio. When men start using testosterone cream, shots, or pellets, some of the testosterone aromatizes, or converts, to estrogen. Some men have excessive aromatization, especially older men and men who are obese. To stay in the estradiol hormone health zone, men will need to take a hormoneregulating supplement called DIM (Diindolylmethane), 150 mg twice a day. It is the safest way to lower estrogen without the fear of going too low. For men who have never had their estrogen levels checked and believe they might have the symptoms of high or low estrogen, ask for blood work that gives you your estradiol level. Then you and your doctor will know what to do to treat it. Estrogen levels are usually pretty easy to treat in men. It may be surprising that men need to watch their estrogen levels, but it’s one of those things that they must be aware of. When we were learning to drive, we were all taught to watch for the “blind spots.” Those spots aren’t dangerous in and of themselves. But when you need to take action, the blind spots are very important.
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A Doctor Shares 5 Things Consumers Must Know About Supplements You can’t deny it, supplements are everywhere. One trip down the vitamin aisle at your supermarket can leave even the biggest wellness junkie bewildered. There are so many products on the market - many offering contradicting information or claims - that it’s easy to understand why consumers are confused about selecting a supplement regimen. Dr. NavNirat Nibber, N.D., co-owner of Crescent Health Clinic and medical advisor for Advanced Orthomolecular Research, explained what consumers should look for and be wary of when selecting a vitamin or supplement. “Supplements can do so much for us, but ultimately what they’re doing is helping our body heal itself,” Nibber said. While everyone should ideally get the nutrients they need from the food they eat, Nibber said that not everyone does, either because of restrictions to their diets or health issues that limit the ability to absorb or use the nutrients. And while you may think picking up a bottle of your pharmacy’s generic multivitamin may suffice, she cautioned against that approach. Instead, she advocated a more personalized and thoughtful regimen with an established start and stop date, supported by a healthy diet, and a doctor recommendation - whenever possible. For those considering supplements, Nibber recommended keeping in mind: 1) Supplements are just that - extra nutrients. Health supplements can boost your overall health or compensate for deficiencies in your diet, but they are not a substitute for good nutrition. If you have a diet of high quality nutritious foods and no underlying genetic or physical concerns, you may not need supplements. But most people don’t get enough nutrients from their diets, whether from the decreasing quality of food, limited absorption capabilities due to underlying health conditions, or because of a genetic framework that limits what their body needs or can use. That’s when supplements can help. 2) Supplements are not one-size-fits-all. To get the most from supplements, it’s best to assess your individual concerns and address a specific process that might not be functioning well by taking only what you need. Nibber explained this as a founding principle of Advanced Orthomolecular Research (AOR), which formulates its supplements to “deliver the right molecule in the right dose, at the right place, at the right time and in the right delivery form.” 8 YourNHG.com Spring/Summer 2019 Medical Profiles
3) All supplements are not created equal. While the FDA does its best to ensure supplements are safe, they do not need to be FDA approved before they show up on store shelves - though the FDA will address adverse reaction reports from consumers. To make sure ingredients reported on the label are accurate, choose supplements with ingredients and processes assessed by an unbiased third-party laboratory. Or source your supplements from a country with more stringent regulation, which requires in-depth medical studies for any claims. For example, supplements from AOR are evaluated by more rigorous Canadian standards for safety and effectiveness, ensuring potency, purity and traceability from plant to product. You can glean the quality of supplements by reading the label - do they state what form ingredients are in? Do they list all non-medicinal ingredients? 4) Supplements have real, medicinal effects. No supplement is completely benign. Supplements and vitamins can impact processes in your body and interact with medications you take. Always read the label and consult with a medical practitioner regarding interactions. Too much of a good thing can be harmful, so try to establish a baseline either by having a healthcare provider review clinical signs and symptoms or by running lab work. And remember there are “normal levels” and there are “optimal levels.” 5) Supplements are not a magic cure-all. While supplements have great healing potential, those that claim to singularly “cure” any condition are bound to be overstating their effectiveness. A supplement is more likely to reduce your risk factors, acting as a preventative. Or when used therapeutically, they work to address a genuine nutritional deficiency or certain aspects of your body’s processes. Whatever you choose regarding supplements, examine the ingredient labels and verify the product is evaluated by an unbiased third party. Don’t spend money on one-size-fits-all supplements that provide too much or too little of what your body needs. Look for companies offering transparency about their processes and that provide information about the science behind their products. And always consult your doctor before taking supplements that may interact with your medications.
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Understanding Cannabinoids (CBD) There is no mistaking the fact that through the years, marijuana (THC) or anything associated with it, was considered to be a street drug and was stigmatized by the general public.
CBD has the same chemical formula as THC, but the atoms are in a different arrangement. The main difference is that THC has a psychoactive effect and CBD does not.
pain while THC may excel with symptoms of spasticity, cramp-related pain, post chemo and cancer. That’s where medical marijana, prescribed by a physician, might be the better answer.
While images of spaced-out folk, always craving goodies, may remain in our memory, things have actually changed with a like substance that has no mind-bending effects in it... they are called cannabanoids (CBD).
Research from CBD Oil Review indicates that CBD may be useful in helping with pain that is neuropathic, chronic or cancer-related. Patients with Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s, Amyotropic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and Epilepsy have reported an easing of their symptoms. That same lessening of symptoms has recurred with acne and psoriasis. Patients have even reported relief with CBD of symptoms with Type one diabetes, nausea, anxiety, depression, ADHD and schizophrenia. CBD is a non-addictive tool that is being used for withdrawal of substance abuse.
However, medical marijana is THC and has the mind-effecting element, while CBD does not. Some doctors are prescribing both for cancer patients or those with high levels of pain.
When it comes to healing or maintaining a lifestyle, CBD is something that conventional doctors are rethinking their opitons. Both THC and CBD originate from the same plant, cannabis sativa, but they are extracted from different parts of that plant. Both interact with the cannabinoid receptors found in our body and brain, but the effects are dramatically different. 10 YourNHG.com Spring/Summer 2019 Medical Profiles
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4 Myths About Salt After more than a century of debate over the role of salt in human health, new medical evidence suggests that reducing salt in the U.S. diet may pose a greater risk of harm to the average person. Consider these four common myths about salt: Myth 1: Salt consumption leads to hypertension According to the Mayo Clinic, “For most adults, there’s no identifiable cause of high blood pressure [hypertension].” Dr. Jan Staessen, head of the Research Unit on Hypertension at the University of Leuven in Belgium, has written that, “The evidence relating blood pressure to salt intake does not translate into an increased risk of incident hypertension in people consuming a usual salt diet.” Having a temporarily elevated blood pressure is not the same thing as having hypertension, as blood pressure varies normally throughout the day depending on a variety of factors. 12 YourNHG.com Spring/Summer 2019 Medical Profiles
Myth 2: Americans could massively reduce their salt consumption without any negative health consequences Dr. Andrew Mente, of McMaster University in Canada, and his team conducted the largest ever epidemiologic study of the impact of sodium intake on blood pressure, cardiovascular disease risk and mortality. “We found that regardless of whether people have high blood pressure, low-sodium intake is related to more heart attacks, strokes and deaths compared to average intake,” he said. Myth 3: The U.S. population would gain significant health benefits from major population-wide salt reduction The FDA recommends a maximum daily limit of 2,300 mg of sodium per day and a maximum of 1,500 mg for people with certain conditions. Salt is 40 percent sodium. According to Dr. Michael H. Alderman of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine,
“Sodium consumption around the globe has a mean of about 3,600 mg/day, and a range from 2,600-5,000 mg/day. This mid-range describes about 90 percent of the world’s population. ... Optimal survival is realized by those whose intake is between 2,800 and 5,000 mg/day. Specifically, there is no evidence of a superior health outcome at intakes less than 2,000 mg/day compared with those in the usual range.” Myth 4: Americans eat more salt than ever Military records from the early 1800s up to WWII show that the average soldier was consuming between 6,000 and 6,800 mg/ day of sodium. We eat about half of that today, and that number has remained consistent since WWII. The advent of refrigeration meant that we could preserve food with less salt, but salt remains a critical ingredient for food safety and preservation. Sodium chloride (salt) is a nutrient that the body cannot produce, and therefore it must be consumed. The average American eats about 3,400 mg per day of sodium, according to The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, right in the middle of the healthy range. However, patients with hypertension should consult with their physician.
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Seasonal Allergies: 8 Tips That Offer Relief Spring. The time of year when, as poet Alfred Lord Tennyson famously said, a young man’s (and woman’s) fancy “lightly turns to thoughts of love.” That is, of course, if you’re not sneezing, coughing or dealing with itchy eyes. Spring allergies seem to get worse every year. Is there anything you can do to avoid them? Yes, says allergist Dr. Todd Mahr, president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI). “You might feel like suffering from allergies is going to happen every spring no matter what, but there are ways to help alleviate your symptoms.”
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a deep clean will reduce allergens like mold, which build up in areas where you might not go every day. It’s also a great way to get rid of the pet hair and dander that have built up in places like your sofa. Wash throw rugs regularly, too, in hot water. 7. Wash the day away before going to bed. Take a shower and wash your hair before hitting the hay to rinse away pollen and other allergens you’ve picked up during the day. Similarly, wash your sheets and bedding once a week in hot water. 8. Use the AC. It’s tempting to throw open the windows and let that fresh spring air waft into the house. The only problem is, pollen and other allergens will waft in with it. Instead, use your air conditioner and make sure the filter is clean. Change your
These 8 tips will help you enjoy the season instead of sitting it out indoors. 1. See an allergist. Before the season kicks in, make an appointment with an allergist to find out exactly what is causing those itchy, watery eyes. Discovering the allergen that you’re reacting to is the first step in treating it. The ACAAI’s Allergist Locator can help you find a board-certified allergist in your area. 2. Find out if it’s allergies or asthma. Or both. The symptoms from asthma can be similar to those of allergies. Allergies plus asthma can be a one-two punch for some allergy sufferers. Almost 75 percent of asthma sufferers also have allergies. Your allergist can diagnose what’s causing your symptoms and offer suggestions for treatment, so you can start living the life you want to live. 3. Consider allergy shots ... They may be the best way to treat tree, grass, mold, dust mite, cat and dog allergies. Allergy shots are immunotherapy. That means your allergist will gradually give you increasingly larger doses of whatever 14 YourNHG.com Spring/Summer 2019 Medical Profiles
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Israeli-born, though raised and educated in the US, Dr. Elkayam is proving to be a rising star in the field of cardiology. It’s no wonder. Look at his background. Dr. Elkayam graduated summa cum laude from NYU School of Arts and Science and finished in the top 15% of his class at NYU School of Medicine and continued through the NYU Internal Medicine Residency program. He focused on indepth studies into the association between kidney malfunction and hereditary nervous system issues as it effects the heart. He eventually became a clinical instructor in the NYU Med program. To further his cardiology specialty, Dr. Elkayam relocated to Mount Sinai Hospital in Miami Beach, where he was honored in his first year with the Doctor’s Doctor Award for Outstanding Knowledge, Ethics and Professional Skills. In his third year of residency at Mount Sinai, he offered a research paper that was published in the PACE medical journal relating to the association between atrial pacing and atrial fibrillation. He has been practicing cardiology for the last ten years. Dr. Elkayam currently serves as the director of cardiovascular medicine at Kindred Hospital in Hollywood Florida. Dr. Elkayam joins Dr. Robert Rasken, cardiologist at the Aventura Heart Center. Their combined mission is to prevent cardiac disorders from progressing. Their screening tests are calibrated to pick up coronary artery disease, car-
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For over 30 years, Dr. Chander Gupta and Brighten Dental Care in Dania Beach are transforming the Smiles of South Broward community with the latest in technology and advancements through Modern Dental Miracles.
diac dysfunction and arrhythmias. With his strong research background in atrial fibrillation, Dr. Elkayam uses 24hour Holter devices and event monitors to detect abnormal rhythms of the heart. Based on results from these tests, Dr. Elkayam can tailor directed therapy. On site, Dr Elkayam also can detect artherosclerosis at an early stage with use of CIMT (a test that measures the thickness of the interior arterial wall) and screen for PVD (peripheral vascular disease) using an ankle-brachial index and arterial dopplers on the patient’s lower extremities. Dr. Elkayam is Board-certified in Adult Echocardiography. Using the high tech echocardiography equipment at Sunny Isles Physicians, he is able to detect cardiac dysfunction and valvular issues. The Aventura Heart Center is an all–inclusive diagnostic and treatment practice conveniently located in the heart of the Aventura/ Sunny Isles area. Blood draws for lab work, diagnostic ultrasound, as well as stress tests, both exercise and pharmacological, are performed on-site.
Sunny Isles Physicians and Aventura Heart Center 18600 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 (305) 931-8484
This facility has been providing quality General, Cosmetic, Implant Dentistry - as well as specialty care, including Laser Gum treatment and orthodontic (Dental Braces), wide range of oral surgical procedures including wisdom teeth extractions. Dr. Gupta and his staff are among the most experienced you will find, combining the old school approach with state-of-the-art techniques and equipment. Whether you are just missing one, few or all the teeth, Dr. Gupta can restore your smile with dental implants which mimic your natural teeth and help you Smile again, restore your confidence and let you enjoy the foods you have been avoiding like steaks, apple and nuts. If you heard about Invisalign® and have been putting it off now is the time to talk to Dr. Gupta. Invisalign® is a custommade clear aligner that is changed roughly every other week for a period of 3 to 12 months. Cosmetic dentistry can transform your Ordinary Smile to an Extra Ordinary Smile. If you are embarrassed to smile because of your discolored, crooked, decaying teeth, spaces between teeth or just do not like your smile; Dr. Gupta can help you restore your confidence with a dazzling smile with the modern
dentistry e.g. teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, snap-on smiles, plastic gum surgery and braces. Snoring can be very dangerous as you may be suffering from Sleep Apnoea. Dr. Gupta can provide you with an Oral Appliance alternative to CPAP for mild to moderate Sleep Apnoea. Dr. Gupta is very active in the community and served as President of Dania Beach Kiwanis which is part of the Kiwanis International; serving the children of the world one community at a time. Dr. Gupta is also a proud member of the Lions Club of Dania Beach and participates and supports various community service projects. Dr. Gupta is very compassionate and if you know someone who can’t afford dental treatment please tell them to Email to DaniaBeachKiwanis@Gmail.c om for pro-bono dentistry.
Brighten Dental Care “We Love Creating Bright Smiles” 129 East Dania Beach Blvd, Dania Beach, FL 33004 (954) 922-4633 www.BrightenDentalCare.com
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ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION
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PowerWave Advanced ED Solution PowerWave: The Advanced ED Solution!
Introducing the PowerWave advanced ED SOLUTION… This effective medical breakthrough solves the problem by reversing its root cause, and attacking ED at the source… Painlessly, and without the risks of side effects commonly associated with pills and the popular methods we are familiar with. This solution has been documented to be 80% effective in reversing ED Conditions even in patients who didn’t respond to other popular pills and Vasodilators. This groundbreaking technology, called PowerWave, is applied with Low intensity, highly effective, acoustic energy waves that ignite increased Nitrous Oxide pro-
Terry Adler, CEO Terry Adler is a graduate of the University of South Florida and attended St. Petersburg School of Nursing. Terry spent 16 years as supervisor of the Cardiac Rehab Department at Humana Northside in St. Petersburg, and then as an instructor of telemetry interpretation for Humana in various facilities in Florida. She spent the next fifteen years as administrator of her husband’s podiatric practice while building her own nurse registry.
As you age, have you noticed a deterioration of your performance in the bedroom? It is estimated that over 60% of men over 40 are plagued by some variation of Erectile Dysfunction or ED. Research shows that 90% of ED Conditions are from compromised blood flow to the pelvic platform. The current solutions to this modern epidemic only treat the symptoms of ED without ever confronting its source, leaving the patient with a dilemma in deciphering the risks of potential unpleasant long-term side effects versus the rewards of temporary relief with limited success… but now you can join the growing number of men enjoying freedom from this chronic affliction threatening your masculinity.
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duction in the blood, which is an essential element to Angiogenesis (growth of new blood vessels from existing vasculature.) PowerWave has been proven to stimulate the growth of new blood vessels that are vital “Growth Factors” to the plasma distribution needed for successful erectile function. The PowerWave technology improves volume and blood channeling to restore youthful and healthy sexual function.… And for practicality, the treatment is provided in your Doctor’s office on an outpatient basis or can even be administered in the privacy of your home.…. The treatment is virtually painless, takes on average only 30 minutes, with ability immediately following to return to full normal activities …and again non-invasive, and with no side effects, or any detrimental health consequences…Just healthier and more youthful sexual function, and the obvious elevation to your Quality of Life! Contact your PowerWave health practitioner now and feel the exhilaration of a Happier Love Life today!
Modern Therapy - PowerWave MD 1250 East Hallandale Bch Blvd, Suite 205, Hallandale Bch Fl 33009 Give them a call at: 1 (888) 663-1777 - powerwavemd.com
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Terry formed Always Classic Care, a Florida nurse registry, in 2002. Contracted within her organization are professional and certified nurses who provide skilled home care for diabetic management, medication management, colostomy care, tube feedings, as well as post-surgical assistance at home, such as aftercare for cosmetic procedures.
shopping provided.
Nursing assistants and home health assistants in her company are carefully screened and backgrounds are checked. In addition, they are trained in the importance of fostering sensitive family-type service as they provide personal care, meals, companionship, light housekeeping, transportation, shopping and errands for their clients.
Having worked in geriatric care for many years and with the industry involvement and respect she has achieved, Terry Adler earned the designation of Certified Senior Advisor (CSA), awarded to qualified individuals who have been trained and tested in understanding the financial, health and social issues that seniors face.
This same type of personal service can be provided privately while clients are in the hospital or rehab center for more personal hands-on care. These patients are followed through discharge to facilitate an easy transition to home with assurance that all equipment is delivered, medications filled and fresh food
Mrs. Adler has opened an office for Always Classic Care in Broward County and also owns Aviva At Home, a service that offers companionship for basic needs and comfort.
Always Classic Care assists clients in accessing their longterm care insurance benefits by completing all the paperwork and interaction with the companies. The registry also accepts Sunshine Health, United Health Care and WellCare Medicaid LTC health care plans.
Always Classic Care is available by phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Always Classic Care 1380 NE Miami Gardens Drive, Suite 235, Miami Fl 33179 2514 Hollywood Blvd, Suite 502, Hollywood FL 33020 www.alwaysclassiccare.com - (305) 403-2622 Fax 1 (866) 241-0043
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ReliaCare, Inc.
Vandor Geriatric Homecare, Inc.
In the competitive world of home health care, it is indeed comforting to know that people care.
As many of us get older, we think about what will happen when the time comes when taking care of ourselves becomes impossible.
When you deal with the ReliaCare, Inc. Health Care Systems, you are receiving excellence with a personal touch. Focusing on providing clients with the very best possible services at reasonable prices, they credit their success on providing the very best caregivers available. Their caregivers are compassionate, intelligent, honest and reliable. Their CNA’s and HHA’s provide a wide range of services to clients in their homes, hospitals and other facilities. ReliaCare, Inc. is a family owned and operated company, which means that most of the time when a client calls, you are speaking directly with a family member. What sets them apart from the rest in this competitive field is they are not a large corporation, which allows them to cater to the needs of their clients. That personal touch allows their company to know the needs of each client while having the ability to pair them with the perfect caregiver. ReliaCare begins with an assessment of each client’s individualized, medical and emotional needs. Interviews with family members, legal guardians and friends may be utilized to create a comprehensive understanding of the ReliaCare client. Determining the absolute level of care and
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Because we hear so many horror stories about assisted living facilities and nursing homes, it is refreshing to know that Dorothy Roberts and Vandor Geriatric Homecare, Inc. is there - with compassion, knwowledge and understanding. establishing the appropriate program of well being for each client is our foremost concern. • Assessment of personal and healthcare needs. • Team work with family members, friends, physicians and ancillary providers in the development and continuance of a workable, individualized plan of personalized lifestyle. ReliaCare Offers Personalized Services Available for your specific needs such as Assistance with activities of daily living (ADL’s), Companionship, Grocery Shopping, Meal Preparation, Linens Changed, Shopping, Laundry, Light Housekeeping, Correspondence, Errands and Transportation to Doctor’s Offices. Services are provided in the home, hospital, nursing, and rehabilitation facilities. We accept long term home health care insurance. Discount rates are available for 24 hour live-in services.
ReliaCare, Inc. 9900 Stirling Rd Suite 244, Hollywood, FL 33024 (954) 432-6552 - www.reliacareinc.com
Whether its as a full time resident - or daycare, Vandor is an elegant home setting, which welcomes you with a breath of fresh air, peace and tranquility. Their porch and patio are beautifully laid out. Their garden and gazebo are relaxing and they provide exceptional services.
At Vandor, enrollment shall not be denied based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability. Enrollment may be denied if the Program Director feels that an enrollee would endanger the health and safety of others and cause an undue hardship on the center.
Located in Hollywood, Vandor serves three meals a day - as well as providing leisure and social activities, weekly laundry, housekeeping and cable TV, which are included in the monthly fee.
Among the services in this 2,800 square foot secured facility, are Alzheimer/ Dementia Care, Music Therapy, Intergenerational Therapy, Nursing Services, Podiatry Services, Rehabilitation Services, Showering Program and a Meal Program - where Breakfast is served from 7:30 am to 9:00 am., Lunch is served from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. and Mid-Morning and midafternoon snacks are offered daily.
Promoting residential independence, enhancing quality of life and providing the assistance and supervision necessary through interdisciplinary resident functional evaluation, Vandor is a community that wants you to experience the difference. If you - or a loved one is an impaired adult (18 or older) who require assistance and/or supervision during the day, Vandor is certainly the lifestyle that you have been searching for.
There are also two outdoor recreational areas created to promote independence and allow for wandering by the participants in safe surroundings.
Vandor Geriatric Homecare, Inc. 2110 N. 46th Ave, Hollywood FL 33021 USA (954) 985-4267 • Fax (954) 744-4973 vandorinhome@comcast.net
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MEDICAL CANNABIS
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Dr. Harry Cooper, D.O, ACOS, BCFE, FABFE, FABFM In the past, many physicians paid little attention to the claims being made from holistic and alternative medical treatments - when it came to “medical marijuana.” Some just had no time for it.
Hallandale Compassionate Care is one of the newest Medical Cannibas RX businesses in south Florida - and they invite you to find out if your medical condition is eligible for a Medical Marijuana Card. Hallandale Compassionate Care is part of Hallandale Beach Orthopedics and is under the direction of longtime local orthopedic, Dr. Harry A. Cooper. Dr. Cooper specializes in nonsurgical orthopedics, earning his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1978 - and completed his internship at Parkview Hospital in 1979. In 1983, Dr. Cooper completed his four year residency in orthopedic surgery at Delaware Valley Medical Center. Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Florida since 1983.
Miracle Leaf Health Centers Ever since Florida voters passed the use of medical marijuana for patients who were looking for a better quality of life, it has taken off in a major way. With thousands of patients looking for relief from so many ailments, Medical Marijuana has proven to be effective in the overall treatment.
In a world that is often driven by what the majority says and believes, some in the medical field have done their own research and have come away impressed. In a progressive society, where the State of Florida has now provided access for qualifying patients to treat conditions which require medical marijuana, it is indeed a different world.
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Providing compassionate care in a positive and professional atmosphere is their top priority. Working hand in hand with the Florida Medical Association Marijuana Division, they offer the most up-to-date legal information to ensure legal compliance. Their patients’ well-being and comfort is top priority. They specialize in non-surgical treatment options. Have you been injured at work? Hallandale Beach Compassionate Care can help you with treatment of the injury and pain management. Sports can be a lot of fun until you get injured. If you have a sports related injury, they can help you and get back on your feet soon! Car accidents can often lead to very painful injuries with long lasting problems. You don’t have to walk around in pain anymore.
Call Today to Schedule an Appointment.
Hallandale Beach Compassionate Care Hallandale Beach Orthopedics Care 1250 East Hallandale Bch Blvd., Suite 700, Hallandale Bch, FL 33009 (954) 456-3757 - www.hallandalebeachcompassionatecare.com
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To obtain your Florida Medical Marijuana Card, you must first be evaluated and recommended by a licensed and qualified doctor In Florida. That is where Miracle Leaf Health Centers come in. Located at 600 West Hallandale Beach Blvd., Unit 5 in Hallandale Beach. After being recommended by one of their Florida Marijuana Doctors, the next step is to enroll in the Florida Marijuana Card Registry Program. The process is simple. They will assist you with expediting your state application for the quickest approval. Patients holding a valid Florida Medical Marijuana Card will be able to legally obtain their medical marijuana at licensed dispensaries. Card holding patients are legally able to possess and use medical marijuana in Florida. In recent years, scientific studies of marijuana have shown promising results in the treatment of a variety of ailments and illnesses, by helping to alleviate symptoms. If you suffer from Insomnia, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscle Spasms, Nausea, Neuropathy,
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Radiation Therapy Side Effects, Seizures, ALS, Anxiety, Arthritis, Cancer, Chemotherapy Side Effect, Chronic Pain, Crohn’s Disease, Depression, Glaucoma, Hepatitis C, HIV-AIDS, Migraine Headaches and others, you may qualify. Even if your ailment does not appear on the list, patients can still be certified for medical marijuana for any ailment/ condition of the same severity/symptoms, when determined by a physician’s opinion that the medical use of marijuana would surpass any potential health risks. Being educated on the entire process, you will find that cannabinoids - the active chemicals in medical marijuana - are similar to chemicals the body makes that are involved in appetite, memory, movement, and pain. Medical marijuana comes in many forms - such as smoking it, inhaling it through a device called a vaporizer that turns it into a mist - as well as eating it in a brownie or lollipop.
Miracle Leaf Health Centers 600 West Hallandale Beach Blvd, Unit 5, Hallandale Beach, Fl. 33009 - (954) 589-0163 - (954) 589-0159
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Dr. Sagman
Complete Local Specialty Care (CLSC)
While there are many doctors in today’s society who will find your pain, very few have the experience and understanding how to treat it properly.
When it comes to our health, we want to ensure that a visit to the doctor’s office is a pleasant one. There are enough stresses in your life you certainly do not need it when traveling all over south Florida searching for medical services.
For Dr. Adrian Sagman, D.C. Chiropractor, who happens to be a graduate of the prestigious and famed Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport Iowa, the quest for treatment has been a lifelong objective. For much of the past 20 years, Dr. Sagman has been able to help patients feel better and have a better outlook on their health and wellness through chiropractic medicine. He found that in the treatment of sports injuries, the proper treatment can help the patient recover quickly. Dr. Sagman’s motives are to understand the underlying CAUSE of the medical condition and to relate an Alternative and Preventative Relief program that will activate and sustain wellness. Dr. Sagman has researched the highest levels of antiaging to the spine and has used highly effective Physiotherapy techniques and exercises - as well as nutrition that are aimed to allow the body to heal faster than normal. This allows advanced healing to the skin and organs inside the body. Each visit to the office allows the body and its tissues to regenerate and to prevent degenerative changes that occur with age and stress. As the nation moves toward Medical Marijuana, Hemp and CBD oils as a treatment
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to a number of ailments, Dr. Sagman has been there every step of the way, learning and researching the products and the results. Medical conditions Stress Disorders, Epilepsy, Glaucoma, HIV, Aids, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Crohn’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, Chronic Non Malignant Pain and Mulitple Sclerosis (MS) to name a few can be helped. In addition, the chiro-rehab clinic can help your injury needs today. Fast healing, quick recovery and pain relief. Spinal and joint decay will cause calcium deposits into the joint area, ultimately reducing the mobility which will make complete correction difficult and eventually impair a person’s spine, joints and overall health. Dr. Sagman offers such services as Family Care, X-Rays and Advanced PhysioTherapy technologies, as well as spinal stabilizing support belts. To pre-qualify, go to cbd-docs.com enter Miramar location. Hemp-CBD products available.
Miramar Medical Center 6890 Miramar Parkway, Suite F Miramar, FL 33023 (954) 986-4006 - www.miramarchirorehab.com
That’s why Complete Local Specialty Care (CLSC) is a destination that many are finding out about. With the addition of Dr. Gabriel Bizouati to the Hallandale Beach location, this destination accepts many major insurance companies - as well as being a multi-language service center and comprehensive long term care facility. At CLSC, a team of providers specialize in Family Practice, Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, and Chronic Care Management. Also, same day appointments are available as well. From common ailments - such as Allergies and Asthma to more complex conditions such as Diabetes, there are no issues that Complete Local Specialty Care can’t handle with compassion, expertise and years of experience. Additionally, they offer their patients many advanced diagnostic services and treatments on-site, including Bloodwork, EKG’s, Immigration Exam USCIS, ABI, Allergy Testing, Spirometry, (Pulmonary Function test) Nebulizer, Yearly Physicals, School Physicals, Annual Wellness Visits, Immunizations, Minor Surgeries and more.
In a world where every doctor’s office and clinic claims to offer everything, the convenience of CLSC is indeed stateof-the-art. Imagine having everything under one roof - and being able to look after your health in an easy, non stressful way. That is what is offered in Hallandale Beach. From checking your INR (i.e Coumadin/Warfarin) Coumadin levels to Blood Pressure, Blood & Urine Testing, Medication Refills, Minor Surgery & much more, this is where you want to be. From children’s school and sports physicals to cardiac health exams, the physicians and care providers at CLSC offer complete medical services for patients of all ages. The hours are convenient for all patients: Monday (7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.), Thursday - Friday (7:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.), Saturday (8 a.m.- 2 p.m.). Walk-Ins Are accepted. To schedule an appointment, feel free to call the numbers below.
Complete Local Specialty Care (CLSC) 2500 East Hallandale Beach Blvd #301 Hallandale Beach, FL 33009 (954) 458-2572 www.clscfl.com Additional Locations Boca Raton (561) 391-8086 Coconut Creek (954) 570-9595
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MEDICAL SPA
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Premier Day Med Spa
Natalie Navas Ross, MSN, FNP-BC
With summer ahead - and the stresses of heat and humidity taking its toll on our bodies, a trip to Premier Day Med Spa may be just what is needed. Spa Manager Nancy Murcia is excited about an array of facials - such as “The STAR Treatment” Hydradermie Galvanic Facial and the Rejuvenating, microneedling Facial to the Luminous HydraPH Peel and the always popular Microdermabrasion, this is a facility that now separates itself from the rest. From the moment you walk off the second floor elevator, the reception area welcomes you to a world of comfort and relaxation. In addition to the facials, Premier Day Med Spa is rolling out a menu of services that include Eyelash Extensions, Microblading, Facial Enhancement Treatments with Cosmetic Procedures and IV Vitamin Infusions, a Halo-therapy Spa, CBD Oil Massages and wellness programs. Premier Day Med Spa has been creating a truly relaxing atmosphere for our clients for more than a decade. They use the most advanced health and beauty treatments available, combined with a full range of luxury massages, skin care and laser hair removal. Their therapists are trained specialists with extensive training. One of the most popular treatments is the PRP (PlateletRich Plasma), which produces a rejuvenating and tightening effect on your skin, giving it a
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healthy, youthful glow and eliminates fine lines and wrinkles as well as making textural improvements and even stimulates hair growth. Interested in Body Contouring and weight loss treatments? Lose inches instantly, prevent cellulite, speed up cell regeneration and regain youthful smooth and silky skin. Keep an eye on the monthly specials that include: Luminous Hydra PH Peels, which is a deep cleansing facial & cold laser therapy. It increases radiance and minimize signs of aging. Also, the one hour Swedish massage with Aromatherapy, eases muscular tension and increases your overall sense of well being. The lash lift & tint will enhance your natural lashes for a more dramatic look. Premier Day Med Spa also carries The Guinot Paris skincare line, which was founded in France more than 40 years ago by well-known chemist René Guinot.
Premier Day Med Spa 1250 East Hallandale Beach Blvd., 2nd Floor, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009 - www.premierdayspa.com (954) 455-1260
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Natalie Navas Ross is a Chicago-native Nurse Practitioner with board certification in family medicine. Educated in Miami, she attended all local schools, earning a nursing degree from Florida International University, and the Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) degree from Barry University. Natalie graduated a recipient of Summa Cum Laude honors from both institutions and is a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. Early in her career, Natalie focused on the geriatric community, promoting health maintenance and quality of life among Florida nursing home residents within the Plaza Health Network organization. As a graduate ARNP, her experience expanded into working with psychiatric issues among the elderly and providing planning and transitional care from rehab to home, with a wholesome holistic approach to continued health maintenance. It was this holistic direction that introduced Natalie to Dr. Balaguer, Managing Partner/ Administrator at Sunny Isles Physicians. Here, she would assume her role as a family nurse practitioner in primary care, and develop beyond that, her expertise in the field of anti-aging aesthetics. Natalie is trained in the agedefying technologies of Ultherapy, the non-invasive FDA-cleared procedure by Merz Aesthetics to lift the neck, eyebrows, under the chin, and improve the lines and wrinkles from the décolle-
tage, as well as in Cynosure body contouring with the SculpSure Laser System. Moreover, Natalie is a skillful practitioner in the art of Botox and dermal fillers-- all procedures she performs at Sunny Isles Physicians. She loves facilitating the feelings of confidence and beauty in her patients. In addition to her ability in understanding patient concerns and their overall health issues, Natalie is continuously expanding her resources to provide superior, personalized care to her patients. She has extensive experience working within multicultural environments and speaks English, Spanish, and French. An avid traveler, raised in the melting pot that is Miami, Natalie is an admirer of diversity and enjoys working with patients from various backgrounds and cultures. Together with her multidisciplinary team at Sunny Isles Physicians, Natalie empowers her patients to take an active role in their health. She provides a special service often overlooked in the medical field-- individualized care with heart.
Sunny Isles Physicians and Aventura Heart Center 18600 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 (305) 931-8484
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Dr. Robert B. Donoway, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.S.S.O. When it comes to choosing a doctor, you want someone who has the experience and training that will put you at ease. Dr. Robert Donoway is indeed that physician. A board certified Fellowshiptrained Surgical Oncologist, who received his MD and Surgical training at the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Donoway has long been on the cutting edge in medicine. Completing his fellowship in Surgical Oncology at the world-famous Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York, Dr. Donoway has gone on to teach as a member of the faculty at at the University of Pennsylvania - as well as Sloan-Kettering, University of Miami and Nova Southeastern. He is the former Medical Director of the Memorial Cancer Institute and Chairman of the Cancer Committee for the Memorial Healthcare System as well Chief of Surgery and Surgical Oncology at Memorial Regional in Hollywood. In addition to all his involvement, Dr. Donoway is also active in the Society of Surgical Oncology and the American Society of Breast Surgeons. His accomplishments include being the first Surgeon in Florida to perform Radio Frequency Ablation as well as Laparoscopic Liver Resection. Recently, he was the recipient of the South Florida Health Award for the use of MicroEndoscopy for the detection of early stage Breast Cancer.
He has been repeatedly named to “TOP DOCTORS IN AMERICA” by Castle Connolly. He is the ONLY surgeon in Florida performing specialized Pancreatic and Liver ablation therapy for non-resectable tumors, is a specialist in the new IRE-Nanoknife a minimally invasive cancer treatment. Patients once diagnosed with locally advanced Pancreatic and Liver Cancers were given little hope and often offered limited treatment options all with certain short life expectancies despite the treatment they were receiving. However, a new procedure called Irreversible Electroporation, also known as IRE or NANO-KNIFE for short, has changed all that. Patients are seeing a doubling and tripling of their life expectancies based on recently published reports. Though currently used in patients with known locally advanced diseases it has now found its place in the operating room and used when patients are “unexpectedly” found to have more advanced disease than preoperative imaging shows.
The Donoway Center 4000 Hollywood Blvd., Presidential Circle Suite 160 North Hollywood, Fl. 33021 - (954) 986-6366 - (305) 682-1995 atlasoncology.com
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Dr. Adler, DPM, Surgery & Medicine of Foot & Leg Dr. Charlton Adler is a familiar figure at hospital wound care centers in South Florida, often requested for his specialized training to treat difficult nonhealing wounds. He is a podiatrist with the honor of being awarded five prestigious board certifications. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, a Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, a Diplomate of the American Academy of Wound Management as a Certified Wound Care Specialist Physician, a Diplomate of the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry Limb Preservation and Salvage, and is a Certified Fellow of the Academy of Physician’s Wound Healing. This unique progression into this specialty stemmed from Dr. Adler’s early career with the Veterans Administration dealing with non-healing battle wounds, some lasting for years. Caring for these patients made Dr. Adler aware of the need to research alternatives and provide methodically planned aggressive treatment. In so doing, he ultimately was able to save limbs that otherwise were destined for amputation due to uncontrolled bacterial infection. Similar complications can affect patients who are suffering with diabetic ulcers or traumatic wounds that are not treated early and effectively. One of Dr. Adler’s cautionary advisories to these patients is to wear proper shoes fitted by a specialist. Although he formerly did
these fittings himself, Dr. Adler’s practice now includes a State of Florida licensed pedorthist and orthotic fitter who is qualified to fit not only specialized shoes, but all foot and ankle orthotics. Aside from treating diabetic and difficult-to-heal wounds in his office, Dr. Adler treats foot and ankle pain, many caused by neuropathies, as well as plantar fasciitis, gait abnormalities, corns and bunions, and all types of podiatric orthopedic issues. He takes a holistic approach to assessing each patient’s lifestyle, environment, hydration, diet, activity level, even mindset and spirit, in determining his plan of care, and provides counseling to avoid exacerbation of their symptoms. Dr. Adler works as a team with vascular specialists at Jackson North, the Aventura Wound Center and Kindred Hospital in Hollywood. He is on staff and has surgical privileges at all of these facilities. He also is an Adjunct Clinical Professor at Barry University and a guest lecturer at Miami V.A. Medical Center.
Adler Podiatry 1380 Miami Gardens Drive, Ste 235, Miami FL 33179 21150 Biscayne Blvd, #106, Miami FL 33180 - (305) 935-3999
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UROLOGY
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Dr. Angelo Gousse
Dr. Susan Fox
When it comes bladder health urological issues, there are very few who have made the strides that Dr. Angelo Gousse has made through the years. The lead surgeon as part of a research team at the University of Miami and Precision Medical Devices developing a novel artificial urinary sphincter based on bluetooth technology, Dr. Gousse is indeed at the cutting edge in medicine. The key features of the device include implant simplicity using less implantable components, no fluid in the device, and improved versatility for real-time pressure adjustments using a handheld remote control device. Dr. Gousse has performed more than 500 incontinence operations in male patients. From his Bladder Health & Reconstructive Urology Institute offices in Aventura and Miramar, Dr. Gousse has been able to explore issues such as urinary incontinence, which affects an estimated 12–17% of US males, with increasing prevalence associated with aging. Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is defined by the International Continence Society as the complaint of involuntary leakage on effort or exertion, or on sneezing or coughing. Prostate surgery or radiation are the most common cause of male stress urinary incontinence. The good news is, there is hope for patients who often are suffering in silence.
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No matter what your age, you are bound to have problems with your circulation, experiencing heaviness, aching, swelling and pain in your legs. If those symptoms sound like what you have been living with, you need to contact Dr. Susan Fox and the team at Fox Vein and Laser Experts.
Surgical therapy should be considered in men with postprostatectomy stress urinary incontinence (SUI) that persists beyond the first postoperative year, or even earlier in men with severe symptoms. The surgical device aims to prevent involuntary urinary leakage during storage by increasing bladder outlet resistance while allowing unimpeded flow during voluntary urination. The “Gold Standard” surgical treatment, to date, is the artificial urinary sphincter. The artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) is a surgically implantable device used to restore urinary control in men. The device is implanted in men who have sphincter or valve muscle damage following prostate surgery. The entire device is implanted inside the body in a brief outpatient surgical procedure lasting approximately one hour. With evaluation for the proper selection of candidates for the AUS, the longterm results in experienced hands are excellent.
Bladder Health and Reconstructive Urology Institute 1951 SW 172 Avenue, Suite 305 - Miramar, FL 33029 - (954) 362-2720 21150 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 304 - Aventura, FL, 33180 - (305) 606-7028 Fax (954) 362-2762 www.bladder-health.net.
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The Premier vein and laser treatment facility in South Florida, has successfully treated tens of thousands of veins for decades and are vein and laser experts. Experiencing varicose veins or spider veins on the legs? Ankles that are darker than they used to be? Or bleeding veins or ulcers? These are all symptoms of various levels of venous disease. At Fox Vein and Laser Experts, you will find out about tattoos, whether you want them removed or just want more room for more ink. What about those sun spots or how your hands look? Dr. Fox and her team will have your skin looking younger and fresher in no time. When comes to cutting edge technology, Fox Vein and Laser Experts have some of the newest and best lasers available for the treatment of varicose veins, skin rejuvenation, removal of unwanted hair, sun-spots and more. Dr. Fox has been on the cutting edge of vein care for decades and is a laser expert. She trained in Cleveland at the famous Cleveland Clinic
in Vascular Medicine, and after working for Case Western Reserve University Hospitals of Cleveland, she moved to South Florida. She was one of the first physicians in Ohio to perform Endovenous laser Ablation, one of the first in South Florida, and the country, to offer Clarivein and now is one of the first to offer Venaseal. She has been on the forefront of vein and laser care for decades. Varicose vein disease affects people of all ages. The symptoms range from heaviness, aching, tiredness at the end of the day, to swelling, bulging veins, bleeding veins and venous ulcerations. At night, legs can be restless or have night cramps. The skin can start scaling around the ankles and gradually become darker over time. Sometimes, the skin will become hardened and scarred. In some instances, sores form and can lead to ulcerations or open wounds that take time to heal.
Fox Vein & Laser Experts 2699 Stirling Road Suite 301-302A, Hollywood, FL 33312 603 N. Flamingo Road • Suite 365, Pembroke Pines, FL 33028 FoxVeinExperts.com - (954) 965-4922
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Located in Hallandale Beach, owner Jaqueline Kels and her staff have quite a selection of frames in the latest styles. When it comes to our vision we need to stay on top of our exams, making sure that our eyes are a priority. When it comes to frames everyone is searching for that perfect look that fits our personality. Maybe you saw someone wearing a style that you felt would look great on you - or flipping through a magazine - that pair of glasses happened to be just what you were looking for. Come by and Jaqueline will help you with your selection. “What we want to give our customers is a selection at lower prices and something that everyone will notice,” Jaqueline explained. “Your eyes are so important - and we make it easier than ever for you to come in, bring your prescription and we will find the perfect frame and will have you looking and feeling great about yourself.” You don’t need to be a fashion expert to find eyeglass frames that look great on you. Use the following four tips to find the frames that work best for your style: Round Face: Eyeglass frames that are square or rectangular tend to be wider than a round face. This quality can enhan-
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You may get referrals from your primary care physicians, other professionals, or even friends, but how much do you really know about their particular specialties, the equipment they use and the procedures they perform? Our intent is to bring that information to you. Perhaps that knowledge could be a factor in your decisionmaking or comfort level. ce your face by making it appear slimmer and longer, adding balance to your round features. Frames to Avoid: Rimless frames, round frames and small frames will accentuate the roundness, making your round face look even rounder. Oval Face: Frames that suit an oval face have a strong bridge, are wider than the broadest part of the face and are geometric in shape. Frames to Avoid: Eyeglasses that are overlarge and cover up more than half of your face will throw off the natural balance and symmetry of the oval face. From designer brand name sunglasses to those frames that everyone is talking about, Brand International has it all and there is really no reason to waste your gas and drive all over south Florida. Among the trendy frames that everyone is wearing these days include Vera Wang, Prada, Chanel, Dolce, Burberry, Oakley, Ray-Ban, Dior, Tiffany, Versace and many more.
The physicians and services in this publication believe you have a right to know and to be informed. Like us, they are pioneering this concept as a direct reach to you in your homes. They invite you to call them directly for any questions or to schedule an appointment. Their profiles are a tool for you to feel a sense of familiarity and confidence. The directory listings are planned to be a vehicle of convenience. The ads spotlight their services. Your Neighborhood Health Guide will be updated twice a year, in the Spring and in the Fall. As we grow with the addition of more healthcare practitioners, you should find it to be a valuable reference for personal choices as you manage your own health and that of your loved ones. If there are certain health topics you would like covered in a future issue or know of a specialty or service that you feel should be included, feel free to contact our office at suntimescecile@ aol.com or call (954) 458-0635. Feel free to mention the Guide to your friends and physicians and watch for the next one in November. The Publishers: South Florida Digest
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Your Neighborhood Health Guide Preferred Professionals AGE MANAGEMENT
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Modern Therapy 1250 East Hallandale Beach Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Suite #205, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009 (888) 663-1777 • www.maletherapymd.com
PowerWave Md 1250 East Hallandale Beach Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Suite #205, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009 (888) 663-1777 • www.powerwavemd.com
Modern Therapy provides the latest health and age management medical services to adult men and women. At Modern Therapy, their national network of age management specialists and medical consultants are Board Certified and Licensed. Modern Therapy services include cutting-edge diagnostic lab testing and US licensed pharmacies. Their commitment to excellence and customer service is focused on you, the individual.
At PowerWave MD, they connect you with their own network of highly trained physicians from their Hallandale Beach Florida headquarters. Schedule a free consultation and one of our expert consultants can walk you through everything you need to start your PowerWave treatment and improving your sexual health. The science behind PowerWave has been included in more than 40 studies and journals and shows an over 85% success rate when treating erectile dysfunctions. What are the benefits? Enhanced Erections, Improves Sexual Performance, Increases Sensation in the Penis, More Spontaneous Erections, Better Orgasms. Contact PowerWave MD and change your life today.
DENTAL Brighten Dental Care 129 East Dania Beach Boulevard, Dania Beach, Florida 33004 (954) 922-4633 • www.brightendentalcare.com For over 30 years, Dr. Chander Gupta and Brighten Dental Care in Dania Beach have been transforming the Smiles of South Broward community with the latest technology and advancements through Modern Dental Miracles. The facility has been providing quality; General, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry - as well as specialty care, including Laser Gum treatment and orthodontic (Dental Braces), a wide range of oral surgical procedures including wisdom teeth extractions. Dr. Gupta and his staff are among the most experienced you will find, combining the old school approach with state-of-the art techniques and equipment. Dental Options 2999 NE 191st Street Suite #804, Aventura, Florida 33180 (305) 466-1804 • www.dentaloptionspa.com Dental Options provides the finest quality dental care available today at reasonable costs. Their general dentists and specialists have extensive experience, and you will find their staff is friendly, knowledgeable and caring. They have state of the art facilities to ensure the highest professional standards, so their patients always receive the latest, most effective treatments possible. From whitening to root canals, they offer a wide range of services and specialties, including implants and orthodontics to create the smile you desire. Dr. Dorone Manasse D.M.D., P.A. 1001 North Federal Highway, Suite #203, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009 • (954) 925-5153 • www.doronemanassedmd.com Dorone M. Manasse, D.M.D., P.A. has been providing reliable and affordable dental care services for more than 30 years. Your satisfaction is their priority. Dr. Manasse offers complete dental care services: Cosmetic dentistry, General and family dentistry, Inhouse laboratory, Dentures, Implants, and Surgical dentistry. When you visit the office you will receive personalized dental care services in a warm, friendly, and welcoming environment. They offer senior citizen and military discounts on all our services. Taking good care of your teeth, gums, and mouth is very important for your overall health. Poor oral hygiene can lead to other health problems. Get in touch with Dorone M. Manasse, D.M.D., P.A.
EYE CENTER The Braverman Eye Center 1050 North Federal Highway, Hollywood, Florida 33020 (954) 458-2112 • www.bravermaneyecenter.com Since 1973, The Braverman Eye Center, located in Hollywood, has been here to serve the eye needs of the community. They are a premium South Florida LASIK and Laser Vision Correction Center and helping thousands of LASIK Miami, epi-LASIK and PRK corrective eye surgery patients. Laser Vision Correction is done in their state of the art laser surgical facility. Dr. Braverman is a board certified ophthalmologist, has been a medical researcher, and is the inventor of several eye surgical instruments, and author of many articles for medical journals. Dr. Braverman’s trademarked LACE ™ procedure (Laser Assisted Cataract Extraction) provides the best possible cataract surgical results. HOME CARE SERVICES Always Classic Care 1380 NE Miami Gardens Dr. Suite 235, Miami, Florida 33179 (305) 403-2622 • www.alwaysclassiccare.com Always Classic Care provides home care for clients from Homestead, Florida to Jupiter, Florida and all points in between. The agency staff home health aides, certified nursing aides, licensed practical nurses, and registered nurses provide help with daily tasks and offer skilled services as needed. Those who have elderly loved ones or family members who require regular care can rely on the agency’s caring and qualified staff to provide dependable care, whether they need around the clock care, personal care or hospital post-discharge care. Always Classic Care will also attend to the client in a skilled nursing facility, rehab, or assisted living facility. Always Classic Care provides several services to ensure that seniors and other clients can enjoy an improved quality of life in the comfort of their own home. ReliaCare 9900 Stirling Rd Suite 244, Hollywood, FL 33024 (954) 432-6552 • www.reliacareinc.com ReliaCare, Inc. is a family owned and operated company, which means that most of the time when a client calls, you are speaking directly with a family member. ReliaCare Offers Personalized Services Available for your specific needs such as Assistance with activities of daily living (ADL’s), Companionship, Grocery
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Shopping, Meal Preparation, Linens Changed, Shopping, Laundry, Light Housekeeping, Correspondence, Errands and Transportation to Doctor’s Offices. Services are provided in the home, hospital, nursing, and rehabilitation facilities. We accept long term home health care insurance. Discount rates are available for 24 hour live-in services.
Perhaps you have pain as a result of an accident or slip and fall injury? They are able to treat many types of chiropractic conditions and they welcome you to come in for an initial consultation if you would like to learn what they can do for you.
Vandor Geriatric Homecare, Inc. 2110 N. 46th Ave, Hollywood Florida 33021 • (954) 985-4267
Chen Medical 410 E Hallandale Beach Blvd, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009 (954) 454-5777 • www.chenmedicalcenters.com
Whether it’s as a full time resident - or daycare, Vandor is an elegant home setting, which welcomes you with a breath of fresh air, peace and tranquility. Their porch and patio are beautifully laid out. Their garden and gazebo are relaxing and they provide exceptional services. Located in Hollywood, Vandor serves three meals a day - as well as providing leisure and social activities, weekly laundry, housekeeping and cable TV, which are included in the monthly fee. Promoting residential independence, enhancing quality of life and providing the assistance and supervision necessary through interdisciplinary resident functional evaluation. Vandor is a community that wants you to experience the difference. If you - or a loved one is an impaired adult (18 or older) who require assistance and/or supervision during the day, Vandor is certainly the lifestyle that you have been searching for. MEDICAL CANNABIS Hallandale Beach Compassionate Care 1250 East Hallandale Beach Boulevard, Suite# 700, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009 • (954) 456-3757 www.hallandalebeachcompassionatecare.com
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Dr. Jenling James Chen had been a doctor for many years when he founded Chen Senior Medical Center. Inspired by his own experience with a life-threatening illness, he developed a whole new way of delivering medical services that would provide a superior level of care. In 2004, Dr. Chen was diagnosed with cancer and given only two months to live. He and his family experienced firsthand what it was like to be on the receiving end of patient care, struggling for access to quality medical care while fighting for his life. That’s why he founded Chen Senior Medical Center, to turn the healthcare system around and make it more focused, convenient and effective for the people who need it most - seniors. Complete Local Specialty Care 2500 East Hallandale Beach Boulevard, Suite# 301, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009 (954) 458-2572 • www.clscfl.com
Dr. Harry Cooper and Hallandale Compassionate Care are dedicated to evaluating Florida residents interested in medical cannabis as a health option. Providing compassionate care in a positive and professional atmosphere is their top priority. Working hand in hand with the Florida Medical Association Marijuana Division, they offer the most up-to-date legal information to ensure legal compliance. Hallandale Compassionate Care is part of Hallandale Beach Orthopedics and is under the direction of Dr. Harry A. Cooper.
At Complete Local Specialty Care, their team of providers specialize in Family Practice, Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, Chronic care management. Same day appointments are available. From common ailments like allergies and asthma to more complex conditions such as Diabetes, there are no issues that Complete Local Specialty Care can’t handle with compassion and expertise. Additionally, they offer many advanced diagnostic services and treatments on-site, including; Bloodwork, EKG’s, Immigration Exam USCIS, ABI, Allergy testing, Spirometry, (Pulmonary Function test) Nebulizer, Yearly physical, School Physicals, Annual Wellness Visits, Immunizations, Minor Surgeries, Well woman exams.
Miracle Leaf Health Centers 600 West Hallandale Beach Boulevard, Unit #5, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009 • (954) 589-0163 • (954) 589-0159 www.miracleleaffl.com
Sunny Isles Physicians & Aventura Heart Center Multi Specialty Medical Center 18600 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160 (305) 931-8484
Miracle Leaf is a premier medical cannabis health center for Florida residents in search of alternative pathways to healthier living. They vow to assist their patients throughout the entire process; from the moment a patient walks through their clinic doors to the moment they receive their certifications for medical cannabis. Miracle Leaf Health Centers are state-certified cannabis doctors who work effortlessly to ensure our patients live happier and healthier lives. Visit the Hallandale Beach clinic for information about getting certified for a medical cannabis treatment plan.
Sunny Isles Physicians & Aventura Heart Center is an all–inclusive diagnostic and treatment practice conveniently located in the heart of the Aventura/Sunny Isles area. Blood draws for lab work, diagnostic ultrasound, as well as stress tests, both exercise and pharmacological, are performed on-site. Sunny Isles Physicians & Aventura Heart Center also performs anti-aging rejuvenation with licensed physicians. Services include: In-house Diagnostics, Stem Cell Injections, Immune System Enhancement, Chelation Therapy, Hormone Replacement For Men And Women, Podiatry, Ultherapy, Non-invasive Face Lift, SculpSure Body Contouring, Aesthetic Treatments For Face, Neck And Body. They offer conventional and integrative methods customized for healthy life enhancement.
Miramar Chiro Rehab Center 6890 Miramar Pkwy Suite #F, Miramar, Florida 33023 (954) 986-4006 • www.miramarchirorehab.com
MEDICAL SPA Miramar Chiro Rehab Center opened their doors in Miramar, Florida in 1996. Since then, they have been serving an increased number of patients in the South Florida region. Dr. Sagman’s office is located in the Miramar Towne Center Plaza and provides a comfortable and safe atmosphere for his patients. He is pleased to offer the latest chiropractic techniques and up-to-date physiotherapy equipment in a warm and inviting atmosphere. People come to Dr. Sagman for all kinds of reasons. Do you have neck, back, or hip pain, do you suffer from chronic headaches?
Premier Day Med Spa 1250 East Hallandale Beach Boulevard, 2nd Floor, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009 (954) 455-1260 • www.premierdayspa.com Premier Day Med Spa has been creating a truly relaxing atmosphere for their clients for more than 10 years. They use the most advanced health and beauty treatments available, combined YourNHG.com Spring/Summer 2019 Medical Profiles 27
with a full range of luxury massages, skin care and laser hair removal. Premier Day Med Spa therapists are trained specialists with extensive training. They strive to stay on top of current trends in the industry to provide a luxurious experience and professional, ethical service. Their clients are treated like family when they visit. They will guarantee to find you the best service for your needs. ONCOLOGY The Donoway Center 4000 Hollywood Boulevard, Presidential Circle, Suite #160, North Hollywood, Florida 33021 (954) 986-6366 • www.atlasoncology.com Robert Donoway, MD, FACS, was the first oncology surgeon in Florida to perform cryoablation and radiofrequency ablation, and he continues to lead the way as the first surgeon in Florida to perform pancreatic and liver ablation therapy using NanoKnife® irreversible electroporation (IRE). At his practice, Atlas Oncology in Hollywood, Florida, Dr. Donoway offers cutting-edge cancer treatments together with the full range of cancer care. Dr. Donoway received his medical degree and surgical training at the University of Pennsylvania. He went on to complete his fellowship in surgical oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where he was the General Motors Cancer Research Fellow. He’s also fellowship trained as a liver and pancreas surgical oncologist. PODIATRY Adler Podiatry Associates 1380 Ne Miami Gardens Drive Suite #235 Miami, FL 33179 • (305) 935-3999 • www.miamifootankle.com As an Aventura Podiatrist, Dr. Adler specializes in medical and surgical care of the foot and ankle. Adler Podiatry Associates accepts most insurance plans and has a convenient Miami location which allow them to treat patients from surrounding areas including; North Miami Beach, Hallandale, Hollywood, Aventura, Norland, and Dania Beach. Some common conditions they successfully treat everyday are bunions, heel pain, hammer toes, toenail fungus, achilles tendonitis, ankle injuries and ingrown nails. Dr. Adler welcomes patients of all ages from small children to the elderly, and his goal is always to provide you with the most comfortable office experience possible. Dr. Charlton Adler provides each of his patients with the information they need to make good choices about their foot and ankle care. Adler Podiatry Associates also specialize in foot care for diabetics and custom orthotics. REHABILITATION Wellcare Rehab and Balance Center 304 West Hallandale Beach Boulevard, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009 (954) 454-4280 • www.wellcarerehab.com
THAI CHI Taoist Thai Chi Kirova Ballet 1955 E Hallandale Beach Blvd Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009 • (954) 455-2474 • www.taoisttaichi.org Taoist Tai Chi® arts grew out of this tradition and are a way to develop a body that is strong, yet supple, balanced and energetic, a mind that is calm and clear, yet creative and dynamic, and a spirit that is light and peaceful, yet resilient. Taoist Tai Chi® arts involve deep stretching with a full range of motion and continuous turning of the spine. They exercise the whole physiology including muscular, skeletal, and circulatory systems, as well as tendons, joints, connective tissue and organs. UROLOGY Bladder Health and Reconstructive Urology Institute 1951 Southwest 172nd Avenue, Suite #305 Miramar, Florida 33029 21150 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite #304 Aventura, Florida 33180 (954) 362-2720 • (305) 606-7028 • www.gousseurology.com Angelo Gousse, MD, is the premier bladder health and reconstructive urologist in Miramar, Florida. As the founder of Bladder Health & Reconstructive Urology Institute, Dr. Gousse has dedicated himself to the highest levels of patient care and medical expertise possible. Dr. Gousse has been in practice for more than 25 years and provides a range of medical services, including artificial urinary sphincter implants, penile prosthesis implants, urethral reconstruction, overactive bladder treatment, pelvic organ prolapse repairs, urinary tract reconstruction, enlarged prostate treatment, and stress urinary incontinence treatment. VEIN & LASER Fox Vein & Laser Experts 2699 Stirling Road, Suite# 301-302A, Hollywood, Florida 33312 603 North Flamingo Road, Suite# 365, Pembroke Pines, Florida 33028 • (954) 965-4922 • www.foxveinexperts.com At Fox Vein & Laser Experts they specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of venous disease including varicose veins, leg pain and swelling, ulcer care, venous insufficiency, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and blood clotting disorders. They offer the newest and best minimally invasive vein procedures including; Endovenous laser ablation, ClariVein®, Ambulatory phlebectomies and ultrasound guided, foam and traditional sclerotherapy. Dr. Fox was the first physician in Cleveland to perform endovenous laser ablation and one of the first nationally. She has performed thousands of successful endovenous laser ablations for over a decade. She was the first in Broward County, Florida to Perform the ClariVein® procedure and one of the first in the US to offer this treatment option. VISION
Wellcare Rehabilitation and Balance Center is a physical therapy owned and operated out-patient facility. They opened their doors in March 2003 with the commitment of providing high quality physical rehabilitation in the local community. Conditions that are treated include; Balance and gait disorders, vertigo, dizziness, muscle weakness, back, neck and joint pain. They also treat postoperative orthopedic conditions as well as neurologic disorders. At Wellcare Rehabilitation and Balance Center, they are dedicated to providing excellent care and use a “Hands on Approach” in doing so. Most importantly, they treat everyone as if they are family. The staff at Wellcare Rehab and Balance Center treat you how they or their loved ones would like to be treated. The therapists at Wellcare Rehab and Balance Center are licensed physical therapists that work with you on an individualized basis which enables you to quickly reach your goals! 28 YourNHG.com Spring/Summer 2019 Medical Profiles
Brand International Perfume / Frames 121 NE 3rd St., Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009 (954) 457-1969 • OUT OF STATE: 1 (800) 689-1969 Located in Hallandale Beach, owner Jaqueline Kels and her staff have quite a selection of frames in the latest styles. When it comes to our vision - we need to stay on top of our exams, making sure that our eyes are a priority. When it comes to frames - everyone is searching for that perfect look that fits our personality. Maybe you saw someone wearing a style that you felt would look great on you - or flipping through a magazine - that pair of glasses happened to be just what you were looking for. Come by and Jaqueline will help you with your selection.
Here Are 6 Ways To Create Good Health Habits It’s said that we become our habits. In some cases that is not a good thing; bad habits prevail among many Americans. One report found that over 70 percent of US adults have at least one unhealthy behavior associated with chronic health problems. Breaking bad habits isn’t easy, but sometimes the best answer is replacing them with empowering new habits that bring positive changes and better health to one’s daily life. “We often have habits that hold us back, like smoking or eating food lacking in nutrition,” says Dr. Rob Carter III, co-author with his wife, Dr. Kirti Salwe Carter, of The Morning Mind: Use Your Brain to Master Your Day and Supercharge Your Life (www.themorningmind.com). “A great way to start every day is with a series of empowering habits. Morning, in fact, according to some researchers is the best time to start making these kinds of changes in your life.” Carter has six ways you can create new, empowering habits and make them stick: Prioritize habits. “For each area in which you want to grow,” Carter says, “take some time to think about what kind of empowering habits you’d like to establish around that topic.” Areas to consider are health, wealth, social, relationships, job, hobbies, self-esteem, interpersonal skills, positive thinking, time management, and life purpose. Focus on one at a time. “Because we have a limited amount of willpower in the 30 YourNHG.com Spring/Summer 2019 Medical Profiles
morning, it’s very important how we use that energy,” Carter says. “By focusing on just one habit you would like to change – for example, eating a healthy breakfast – you can concentrate that willpower on the task at hand until it becomes a habit.” Be reasonable with yourself. The time it will take to establish the new habit depends upon how much resistance a person has. And sometimes developing a new habit represents a long leap from where one currently stands. “That’s too daunting,” Carter says, “so break it down into more achievable steps. Incremental improvements add up to a big transformation and are often more powerful and sustainable.” Commit specific time toward the goal. Carter suggests nailing down a detailed timeline and committing a full effort toward formation of the new habit within that time span. “Write down what you hope to achieve, how many times a week you will practice the new habit, and when and where you’ll do it,” Carter says.
“Having a specific goal helps keep you accountable to yourself. Reward success. Have a reward in place to celebrate performing your new habit. “It has to be something that will motivate you to complete your habit,” Carter says. Stack habits. “The neural pathways of your pre-existing habits are well-travelled routes in your brain,” Carter says. “You can take advantage of this by building a new habit and associating it with an old one that is well-established. This is a quicker way to create new habits than if you were to start from scratch. For example, if you want to create a new habit of exercising in the morning, and you have a habit of reading the newspaper every morning, tie these activities together by exercising immediately before you read the paper. Reading the paper becomes your reward.” “When you learn for yourself how simple it is to change habits,” Carter says, “you’ll want to make adjustments to your life.”
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