Macomb Health & Life: Fall/Winter 2017

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SURGEON AVOIDING FALLS LIFE-SAVING SCREENING GORGEOUS GALÁPAGOS

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We can do this all day. And all night.

We can do this all day. And all night.

To become a verified trauma center, hospitals must meet rigoro minutes of arrival. At McLaren Macomb, that’s not good enoug are in-house 24/7 to evaluate each trauma patient immediately u McLaren Macomb is Macomb County’s first verified trauma cen ce the hospital every day, all day. Because when it’s someone you llo Learn more about McLaren Macomb’s trauma expertise at mcl to research your hospital’s trauma expertise. [image: 16.jpg, docs walking]

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To become a verified trauma center, hospitals must meet rigorous national standards — like having trauma surgeons evaluate patients igorous national standards—like having trauma surgeons evaluate patientswithin within 15 15 minutes of arrival. d enough. nough. We understand that minutes make a difference. That’s why our trauma surgeons At McLaren Macomb, that’s not good enough. ately upon arrival.

We understand that minutes make a uma ma center. We are also the only hospital in Macomb County to have trauma surgeons at our trauma surgeons difference.

That’s why e you love, 15 minutes can be a lifetime. are in-house 24/7 to evaluate each trauma t mclaren.org/macombtrauma, because when you need traumapatient care, that’s not the time upon arrival. immediately McLaren Macomb is Macomb County’s first verified trauma center, and we are committed to having trauma surgeons in-house every day, all day. Because when it’s someone you love, 15 minutes can be a lifetime.

McLaren Macomb is Macomb County’s first verified trauma center.

Learn more about McLaren Macomb’s trauma expertise at mclaren.org/MacombTrauma.

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A DAY IN THE LIFE We followed Dr. Michael Wagner for a day to give you a glimpse inside the life of an orthopedic surgeon.

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HEALTHY OUTCOMES For one patient, a traumatic event came with a significant silver lining.

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A LIFE-SAVING SCREENING How a glance at a flyer led to early detection and successful treatment of symptomless lung cancer.

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FALL, WINTER AND FALLS For older, inactive adults, these expert tips can reduce risk of injury from falls.

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A SEASON OF THANKS McLaren Macomb patients share their gratitude for lifechanging care.

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ARTFULLY YOURS Tips for creating a visual centerpiece with displays of mementos you love.

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McLaren Macomb Vein Center If unsightly varicose and spider veins are a concern, meet our board certified vascular surgeons to learn about treatment options that are right for you.

Our board certified vascular and general surgeons provide state-of-the-art options for both medically necessary and cosmetic treatments of varicose veins, spider veins and related complications.

Our comfortable, modern office is conveniently located and was designed with patient comfort and privacy in mind.

No physician referral is needed. Many health insurance plans cover a variety of treatment options for medically necessary conditions.

38770 Garfield Road, Suite 100, Clinton Township, MI 48038 (586) 349-1640 | mclaren.org/macombveincenter

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Our guide to new ideas, tips, trends and things we love in Macomb County.

Photos from recent McLaren Macomb events.

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ESCAPES In the Galápagos Islands, enchanting wildlife and Darwin’s legacy are only part of the magic.

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POWER FOOD Vitamin-packed sweet potatoes leave white spuds in the dirt.

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A CUT ABOVE Dress up any dinner with these updated classic entrées.

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When was the last time you had a mammogram?

McLaren Macomb has revolutionized mammography, becoming the first hospital in Macomb County to offer tomosynthesis 3D imaging. This next generation technology enables our radiologists to view tissue images one millimeter at a time, offering significantly better clarity than ever before.

3D mammography allows our team to detect breast cancer at an earlier more treatable stage, and also reduces false-positive recall rates so you can avoid the anxiety of being called for follow-up mammograms.

You deserve the next generation technology in the fight against breast cancer.

When you need a mammogram, choose the McLaren Macomb Breast Center.

To learn more, call the McLaren Macomb Breast Center at (586) 493-3790.

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SO MANY REASONS TO CELEBRATE Read articles and see great bonus content at mclaren.org/macombhealthandlife View videos, download recipes and more...

With the coloring on the trees and the increasing nip in the air, this changing of the season signals the closing of 2017, another great year for Macomb County and McLaren Macomb.

Macomb County is primed to celebrate its 200th birthday (pg. 12), a massive accomplishment, and we at McLaren Macomb congratulate the leaders of our home county on this tremendous feat of longevity. Our organization is proud to have a part in its history and participate in its future.

At McLaren Macomb, this year has also given us reason to celebrate, and our patients something to be thankful for (pg. 26). Our hospital was awarded a Certification for Primary Stroke Centers by The Joint Commission. This marks a significant accomplishment for all involved in advancing our stroke program, but more importantly, it will be exceptionally beneficial to our patients.

It has been an exciting 2017 for us and we are looking forward to more in 2018, but in the meantime my wish to you is for a joyous holiday season and the enjoyment of family, friends and all that Macomb County has to offer (pg. 46).

We hope you enjoy this issue of Macomb Health & Life. From everyone at McLaren Macomb to you and yours, have a safe season full of warmth and happiness.

Wishing you the best of health,

Th Thomas Brisse President & CEO McLaren Macomb

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Of course, she gets her own room.

At McLaren Macomb, we have assembled a team of OB/GYN physicians from a wide variety of backgrounds to meet your health care needs before, during and after pregnancy. In addition to comprehensive prenatal care at physician offices throughout Macomb County, McLaren Macomb offers birthing education and child care classes to help new mothers prepare for their special delivery. Our Family Birthing Center is staffed by a team of experienced nurses focused on meeting the unique needs of each patient. All this, with 15 private birthing suites where mom and baby can share their first moments.

Whether you’re preparing to become a new mother or considering robotic gynecological surgery, McLaren Macomb’s OB/GYN team is prepared to provide the care you need. You can feel comfortable sharing your questions or concerns with our experienced and compassionate OB/GYN physicians.

Thomas Alderson, D.O.

Carol Fischer, D.O.

Stephen Olson, D.O.

Sarah Vyskocil, D.O.

Katherine Boyd, M.D.

Sarah Jones, D.O.

Cassandra Ramar, D.O.

Kristopher Weemes, D.O.

Mimi Chen, D.O.

Linda Karadsheh, D.O.

Enid Roberts, M.D.

Clinton Twp (586) 493-3740

Warren (586) 573-7222

Clinton Twp (586) 412-5117

Mount Clemens (586) 493-3880

Clinton Twp (586) 286-4880

Clinton Twp (586) 286-4880

New Baltimore (586) 725-4604

Clinton Twp (586) 412-5117

Clinton Twp (586) 286-4880

Clinton Twp (586) 792-5740

Chesterfield (586) 716-1702

To learn more about McLaren Macomb’s Family Birthing Center, visit mclaren.org/deliveringdaily

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A SEASON OF GRATITUDE As I worked on this issue, a

Make appointments online, anytime.

Appointments are available from a range of primary care providers, including family medicine, internal medicine, and pediatric care physicians.

Visit our website to learn about our team, access new patient forms and make your next appointment. The process is quick and easy, and you’ll receive a confirmation email from our team.

Visit our website to make an appointment or learn more at mclaren.org/macombappointments

clear theme emerged: gratitude. Despite the personal challenges we may face in any given year, we strive to focus on the good around us. And here in Macomb County, there’s a lot of good going around.

In “A Day in the Life,” we take you inside the world of Dr. Michael Wagner, an orthopedic surgeon who truly appreciates having the opportunity to help patients reclaim their lives. He strives to develop a rapport with all his patients, looking to understand what’s important to each one so he can help get them back to the activities they love.

We also hear from patients who are grateful for the lifechanging care they have received from other McLaren Macomb physicians. Two patients tell stories of how they discovered they had diseases that, though symptomless, could have proven fatal were they not caught early and treated successfully. Others share their joy in the simple fact of waking up and feeling energized and healthy thanks to care received from McLaren Macomb providers. We hope these stories are encouraging and inspiring to those of you facing your own health challenges.

In our travel article, “The Gorgeous Galápagos,” we take you on a cruise of these enchanted islands 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador. At home, we show you how small photographs, mementos and collectibles can have big impact when grouped artfully together.

Wherever this winter takes you, we at Macomb Health & Life wish you the best of everything the season has to offer.

MARIA K. REGAN EXECUTIVE EDITOR

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Schedule physician appointments online Anytime.

Don’t wait for office hours to schedule your next physician appointment. Schedule your appointment online with a McLaren Medical Group primary care or OB-GYN physician at mclaren.org/macombappointments and get your care in your community.

McLaren Macomb Internal Medicine & Health 37399 Garfield, Suite 106 Clinton Township, MI 48036 (586) 226-3500 www.mclaren.org/macombIM

McLaren Macomb Clinton Township Internal Medicine 36539 Harper Avenue Clinton Township, MI 48035 (586) 792-8877 www.mclaren.org/clintontownshipIM

McLaren Macomb Family Medicine 16700 21 Mile Road, Suite 101 Macomb, MI 48044 (586) 263-0320 www.mclaren.org/macombFM

McLaren Macomb Family Medicine 46401 Romeo Plank, Suite 4 Macomb, MI 48044 (586) 226-8600 www.mclaren.org/macombfamilymedicine

McLaren Macomb-Shelby Creek Family Medicine 8180 26 Mile Road, Suite 101 Shelby Township, MI 48316 (586) 465-2000 www.mclaren.org/shelbycreekFM

McLaren Macomb Family Medicine 35103 Silvano Drive Clinton Township, MI 48035 (586) 791-5250 www.mclaren.org/macombfamily

McLaren Macomb-Lakeshore Medical Center 33720 Harper Avenue Clinton Township, MI 48035 (586) 294-5210 www.mclaren.org/lakeshoremc McLaren Macomb-Clinton Township Family Medicine 37399 Garfield, Suite 203 Clinton Township, MI 48036 (586) 228-2911 www.mclaren.org/clintontownshipFM McLaren Macomb Primary Care 13425 19 Mile Road, Suite 100 Sterling Heights, MI 48313 (586) 843-3935 www.mclaren.org/macombprimarycare

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McLaren Macomb Hampton Medical Center 30550 Utica Road Roseville, MI 48066 (586) 771-0290 www.mclaren.org/hamptonmedical McLaren Macomb-Sterling Heights Pediatrics & Family Medicine 35111 Dodge Park Sterling Heights, MI 48312 (586) 978-8010 www.mclaren.org/sterlingheights McLaren Macomb Pediatrics 16700 21 Mile Road, Suite 104 Macomb, MI 48044 (586) 226-2032 www.mclaren.org/macombpediatrics

McLaren Macomb Clinton Township Pediatrics 22500 Metropolitan Parkway, Suite 200 Clinton Township, MI 48035 (586) 493-3732 www.mclaren.org/clintontownshippediatrics McLaren Macomb Women’s Health 36561 Harper Clinton Township, MI 48035 (586) 792-5740 www.mclaren.org/macombwomenshealth McLaren Macomb New Baltimore Women’s Health 32901 23 Mile Road, Suite 120 New Baltimore, MI 48047 (586) 725-4604 www.mclaren.org/NBwomenshealth McLaren Macomb Clinton Township Women’s Health 37400 Garfield, Suite 200 Clinton Township, MI 48036 (586) 286-4880 www.mclaren.org/CTwomenshealth McLaren Macomb Romeo Family Medicine 239 South Main Street Romeo, MI 48065 (586) 752-1867 www.mclaren.org/romeoFM McLaren Macomb North Grove Women’s Health 44200 Garfield, Suite 164 Clinton Township, MI 48038 (586) 412-5117 www.mclaren.org/NGwomenshealth

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Send your feedback and ideas to: Editor, Macomb Health & Life, 1000 Harrington Blvd., Mount Clemens, MI 48043; fax 586.493.8775; email healthandlife@mclaren.org. Macomb Health & Life assumes no responsibility for the return of unsolicited manuscripts or art materials.

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Growing to a new location to better serve the families of Macomb County.

McLaren Macomb Diagnostic Imaging Services include X-ray, bone density, mammography and ultrasound.

Walk-in appointments available for X-ray.

(586) 591-1400 (information) (586) 591-1401 (registration) Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (X-ray only)

McLaren Macomb Physical Therapy Services include physical and speech therapy by appointment with physician referral.

(586) 591-1420 Monday – Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

McLaren Macomb Lab Services Walk-in appointments available.

(586) 591-1402 Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Family medicine and walk-in urgent care (586) 716-1371 Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (urgent care only)

McLaren Macomb - Bay River 36267 26 Mile Road in Lenox Township (next to Meijer on 26 Mile Road, just east of I-94)

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When you’re marking 200 years as a county, nothing less than a year of celebrating will do. After all, with two centuries of rich history, there’s a lot of ground to cover.

Fortunately, the Macomb County Bicentennial Committee, made up of county leaders and community partners, is working to make sure the year’s festivities celebrate everything Macomb.

2018 will kick off with Macomb County’s 200th Birthday Celebration on January 9. Details are still being planned—be

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sure to stay updated by visiting the Bicentennial website at macomb200.macombgov.org. Use the website throughout 2018 to learn about all Bicentennial happenings.

Events are being planned to celebrate the county’s history, as well as its institutions and industries, including health care, emergency services, military, transportation, agriculture, manufacturing, business, architecture, recreation and more.

You can look forward to learning a lot about our county that you may not have known—from historically significant people and stories to important milestones. A special highlight will be the signature community event: a torch relay passing through every Macomb County community.

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Downtown Mount Clemens, Michigan, with old and new county administration buildings in the background.

WHEN LIBRARIES GET LOUD We’re used to thinking of libraries as places where a constant state of quiet is of the utmost importance—places where anything that rises above a whisper is greeted with an instant and irritated round of shushing. And most of the time, that’s probably the way it should be. However, at the ClintonMacomb Public Library on Sunday afternoons, the Music at Main series—for which the library presents a range of musicians—suspends those expectations. Since its introduction, the Music at Main series has featured just about every style of music you could think of. The library has hosted jazz vocal quartet Metro Jazz Voices, Irish family band Finvarra’s Wren, African-flavored world jazz group In the Tradition, the swing and bebop sounds of sax man Paul VornHagen, and even the Fifth Michigan Regimental Band playing antique and replicated instruments to recreate a Civil War-era sound. Show up at the library on December 3 and you’ll get yet another musical flavor. The Artistry in Rhythm Orchestra will be laying it down for Music at Main, playing big band jazz and swing with a 16-piece ensemble including a vocalist. Further down the line, it’s anybody’s guess what you might hear in the series, but one thing’s for sure—whoever shows up to play, nobody will be shushing them.

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FROM EATS TO ENTERTAINMENT Andiamo Ristorante has always been known as a local goto for top-tier Italian food. That reputation has enabled the restaurant to expand to nine different locations across the area—from Dearborn and the Detroit Riverfront to Sterling Heights, Warren, Grosse Pointe Woods and beyond. Even though the cuisine at Andiamo made it famous, that’s not its only asset. Ever since the opening of its Celebrity Showroom in Warren, Andiamo also has been a prime spot for live entertainment.

Andiamo Celebrity Showroom hosts all kinds of performers in a venue that’s big enough (with a capacity of 800 people) to allow for an impressive presentation, but still small enough to create a more personal experience between the artists and the audience. Considering some of the talent that has made its way to the Celebrity Showroom, that’s an opportunity you ought to embrace when you can.

In the past, the Celebrity Showroom has presented plenty of world-class names in music and comedy, from country superstar Travis Tritt and pop/rock heartthrob Rick Springfield to TV giant Regis Philbin and comedy legend Martin Short. A sampling of upcoming events: On December 14 you can catch a holiday-themed show that brings you the best in R&B and smooth jazz from the likes of guitar legend Norman Brown and sweet soul hit-maker Bobby Caldwell. On January 26 you can bust a gut laughing when comedy star Jim Norton takes time out from his satellite radio show, TV specials and nationwide touring to take the stage at the Celebrity Showroom.

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It took two years and $2 million to give the vital playground at the Lake St. Clair Metropark a top-to-bottom remake. Thanks to a collaboration between the folks at Huron-Clinton Metroparks, engineers at Anderson, Eckstein and Westrick and many others, an important part of the area’s everyday life has been revivified.

The Metropark playground goes all the way back to the 1950s, when it was called the Tot Lot, so it has been a crucial component of childhood for generations of local folks. But nothing lasts forever, and despite modernizations over the years, there came a point at which the playground’s setup no longer met safety regulations.

When that happened, the aforementioned crew, along with the likes of Warren Contractors & Development, responded to the call to update the playground to comply with today’s standards.

Not only does the new, improved playground offer options specifically tailored to kids of different age groups, it also takes into account children with disabilities. In addition to presenting the little ones with plenty of ways to have fun, it offers something for the grown-ups. While parents are overseeing their kids’ playground visits, now they can use new exercise equipment tailored to adults.

Anyone who likes to pick up a racket and knock a ball around will be glad to know that the tennis courts have been refurbished, too, as have the shuffleboard courts. Thanks to the time and money invested, Lake St. Clair Metropark will be a vital part of the Macomb County community for a very long time to come.

The Anton Art Center has a storied background. It began in 1904 with the construction of the Mount Clemens Public Library, initiated by none other than Andrew Carnegie as part of his program to build new libraries all across the nation. The library, with its handsome neoclassical look, was relocated from Macomb Place to Cass Avenue back in 1969. When it moved, the Art Center began to occupy the original library spot. Ever since then, the Anton Art Center has been a place where the community can maintain a constant, hands-on connection to art. By taking part in its programs, anyone can be an art appreciator and participant at the same time, and the boost it gives to the local art scene is invaluable. The fact that there are some 400 official members of the center tells you something about its place in the community. The historic structure boasts three different art galleries, an art studio, a pottery gallery and kiln, and a gift shop. Adults and kids alike are invited to take part in the process of creating something that speaks to who they are and what their world is like. It’s an irreplaceable experience that helps us to appreciate what it means to be human. Of course, the center’s classes, galleries and activities don’t necessarily have to be undertaken with such a weighty attitude. At its most fundamental level, the making of art—whether we’re talking about painting, pottery, photography, sculpture or anything else—is just plain fun. And it’s the kind of fun that can be had all year round at the Anton Art Center.

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McLaren Macomb - Shelby Creek Medical Center is committed to providing quality healthcare in the communities we serve.

McLaren Macomb Physical and Occupational Therapy

McLaren Macomb Physical and Occupational Therapy provides expertise in treating a wide variety of orthopedic and neurological conditions. Our team consists of physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech therapists.

(586) 992-9030 Monday – Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.

McLaren Macomb Diagnostic Imaging

McLaren Macomb Diagnostic Imaging provides a wide range of imaging services. Services by appointment include: CT scan, MRI, ultrasound and mammography. No appointment necessary for routine X-ray. Urgent testing available.

(586) 992-9010 Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

McLaren Macomb Shelby Creek Family Medicine McLaren Macomb Shelby Creek Family Medicine takes a comprehensive and compassionate approach to healthcare. We offer walk-in and same day appointments.

Dr. Lillian Marzouq (586) 465-2000 Mon., Tues., Wed., and Fri.: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

McLaren Cardiovascular Institute

At the McLaren Cardiovascular Institute our board-certified physicians work closely with their patients’ family doctor to provide the highest quality care. Services include pacemaker, implantable defibrillator and a Coumadin clinic.

(586) 992-9040 Hours: Vary by physician

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There’s a lot of thought regarding motivation when it comes to being an orthopedic surgeon.

We’re motivated to get our patients back to what they loved about their lives. It could be a grandmother that can’t play with her grandkids because of pain or an athlete who had to give up the sport they’ve played their whole life. If their goal is to get back to that enjoyment, we’re motivated to help them get there. If there’s a procedure that will alleviate their pain and allow them to enjoy life a little more, that’s why I do it.”

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WE FOLLOWED DR. MICHAEL WAGNER FOR A DAY TO GIVE YOU A GLIMPSE INSIDE THE LIFE OF AN ORTHOPEDIC SURGEON.

THE LIFE

The goal of McLaren Macomb’s robust joint replacement program is simple: returning patients to the lives and activities they once enjoyed. Utilizing state-of-the-art technology with a commitment to achieving quality outcomes, McLaren Macomb orthopedic surgeons have amassed extensive experience doing just that.

A few years into his young career, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Michael Wagner works every day to ensure his patients achieve those goals. What does that day look like?

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I wouldn’t say that any two days of my job are exactly the same, but there is a certain level of consistency.

No matter the day, though, without fail, my first thoughts are about my current cases. Who I just met with, who I’ll be following up with or who I might be operating on that day. People come to me for care and that’s a responsibility I take very seriously. It’s their lives.”

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I always want to develop a rapport with my patients—get to know them, find out what motivated them to get this surgery and what kind of activity they want to get back to. They tell me their goals. It brings me closer to them in a way and helps me to achieve their desired outcomes.”

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Our number-one objective has been and always will be to eliminate our patients’ pain and increase the function that has been limiting their quality of life. No two people are built the same way. Everyone’s biologically different and needs a unique, personalized approach to address their specific need.”

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Delivering great news to patients—that their procedure was a success—is definitely one of my favorite parts about my job. Seeing them in post-op after their surgery, they know they can get back to the active life they used to have.”

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To say that I’m tired at the end of a day wouldn’t be entirely accurate, but this job does carry with it a degree of stress just like any other job. Coming home to my wife, no matter how hectic a day it may have been, always helps me to unwind.”

TO LEARN ABOUT MAKO PARTIAL KNEE AND FULL HIP REPL ACEMENTS AT M c L AREN MACOMB, VISIT MCLAREN.ORG/MAKO. HEAR MORE FROM DR. MICHAEL WAGNER AT MCLAREN.ORG/MACOMBHEALTHANDLIFE.

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Living with knee pain?

Learn more about your options at a FREE seminar.

If knee pain is limiting your active lifestyle, it’s time to take control. Knee surgery may be an option, but it’s not your only option.

Learn more at a free seminar hosted by McLaren Macomb. Our panel of experts will discuss the causes of chronic knee pain and share the latest non-surgical and surgical treatment options, including minimally invasive MAKOplasty® robotic partial knee replacement.

McLaren Macomb is the only hospital in Macomb County to offer MAKO. Learn more and make an appointment at mclaren.org/MAKO.

For a list of free seminars on knee pain and other health topics visit mclarenmacomb.eventbrite.com.

1000 Harrington Blvd., Mount Clemens, MI 48043 (586) 493-8000

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The headaches Jessica (LEFT) experienced after having a car accident were the clue that led Dr. Aniel Majjhoo to diagnose an aneurysm and place the Pipeline—seen in the image above. That diagnosis saved her life.

HEALTHY OUTCOMES FOR ONE PATIENT, A TRAUMATIC EVENT CAME WITH A SIGNIFICANT SILVER LINING.

“That car accident saved her life.”

Dr. Aniel Majjhoo, an interventional neurologist with McLaren Macomb, was reviewing the diagnostic images of his new patient.

A month before, 25-year-old Roseville resident Jessica was in a car accident, hit by another driver. Since that night, she had been experiencing painful headaches. She was referred by her McLaren family physician Dr. Gail MacIntyre to Dr. Majjhoo, also the medical director of the Neurosciences Institute at McLaren Macomb.

Her MRI confirmed an aneurysm had been growing (and would continue to grow) in her brain.

“It was surreal,” said Jessica, who became overwhelmed by her diagnosis. “The only thing I’ve heard about aneurysms was that you could die from them. To know that’s what it was, it was a lot.”

An aneurysm is a thinning and weakening of the arterial wall, creating a balloon-like bulge. Blood flow aids to the growth of an

aneurysm, which increases its chances of rupture, sending blood into the brain and skull.

“This was the last thing I was expecting, especially for someone my age,” she said. “It doesn’t run in my family.”

Given her age and its advanced size, Dr. Majjhoo concluded that it had been a particularly aggressive aneurysm, growing for several years and at a greater risk of rupture.

Still, despite those circumstances, Jessica had not experienced any of the common symptoms until the car accident. But, says Dr. Majjhoo, most aneurysm patients don’t exhibit any symptoms.

The aneurysm had to be treated. A ruptured aneurysm is a severely life-threatening condition requiring immediate medical intervention.

“It is critically important to divert continuous blood flow from the aneurysm,” said Dr. Majjhoo.

Traditionally, aneurysm treatments have included surgical clipping and endovascular

coiling. While those remain viable options, working within a delicate aneurysm can be very sensitive.

Dr. Majjhoo turned to a new groundbreaking treatment option, a minimally invasive procedure designed to divert blood flow over the aneurysm, preventing its growth.

Designated the Pipeline™ Flex, the procedure involves tunneling a catheter from an artery in the groin to an artery in the brain.

Then a specialized mesh-like metallic alloy stent is placed across the neck of the aneurysm in the cerebral artery, diverting blood flow from the aneurysm, naturally shrinking it over time, decreasing its chances of rupture.

Jessica was the first patient in Macomb County to receive the Pipeline.

“This is a favorable, minimally invasive and effective treatment option,” Dr. Majjhoo said.

With the Pipeline securely in place, the passage of time proved triumphant.

With the Pipeline cutting off the blood flow that had sustained its growth for years, the aneurysm was healed, safely and naturally shrinking to the point it was indistinguishable on an MRI. Confirmed by diagnostic imaging, the aneurysm that had grown to dangerous, potentially life-threatening size in Jessica’s brain was gone.

Gone, too, were the headaches the aneurysm had caused her.

“The whole thing was very scary,” she said. “There was a lot of anxiety, thinking maybe they had to open my head. But now it’s such a sense of relief knowing that the aneurysm is gone and it being such a simple procedure.”

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT NEUROSCIENCES AT McLAREN MACOMB AND THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF ANEURYSMS, VISIT MCLAREN.ORG/ MACOMBHEALTHANDLIFE.

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CATCHING IT EARLY: A LIFE-SAVING SCREENING FOR ONE PATIENT, AN OFFHAND GLANCE AT A FLYER LED TO EARLY DETECTION AND SUCCESSFUL TREATMENT OF HER SYMPTOMLESS LUNG CANCER. If it wasn’t for the poster Thelma saw out of the corner of her eye as she was just about to leave the cancer center, she wouldn’t be able to say with any certainty where she would be with her health.

But to her great benefit, the chance brush with a flyer for a clinical study saved her from potentially life-threatening lung cancer.

“I never gave it much thought,” she said. “I felt nothing at all. I wasn’t experiencing any symptoms or feeling any different.”

For several years, Thelma had been receiving treatments at the Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Macomb for a platelet disorder with Dr. Salman Fateh, a board-certified hematologist and oncologist.

Making her way out of the building one day, she saw a sign for the INHALE (Inflammation, Health and Lung Epidemiology) clinical study, which aims to determine the factors that cause the many forms of lung disease.

A former smoker for several decades (having quit 14 years ago), Thelma was intrigued, and she asked Dr. Fateh if he thought she should sign up. He encouraged her.

Included in the study is a low-dose CT lung screening, a diagnostic procedure in which physicians can determine if patients have a lung disease, including early stages of lung cancer.

CT scans can identify small nodules and other abnormalities in the lungs and are the only proven-effective way to screen for lung cancer.

With low-dose scans, patients are exposed to less radiation than traditional CT scans.

Experiencing no symptoms, Thelma didn’t really expect anything to be found. She felt no anxiety and participated in the study thinking she could offer something that could help others. But when she was called into her physician's office to review the results, she was stunned.

“I broke down bad,” she said.

Her primary care physician, Dr. Linda Kosal, an internal medicine specialist, broke the news to her that her tests came back positive for cancer.

“I had never really given this much thought,” she recalled afterward. “I thought, ‘You deserve this, you smoked.’ Now, I just had to deal with it.”

TO LEARN MORE OR INQUIRE ABOUT LOW-DOSE CT SCAN SCREENINGS FOR LUNG CANCER, VISIT MCLAREN.ORG/MACOMBIMAGING.

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{ IN GOOD HEALTH } WITH EARLY DETECTION, WE CAN TAKE A VERY PROACTIVE APPROACH THAT’S FAVORABLE TO BOTH THE PATIENT AND TO US AS PHYSICIANS.” —DR. SALMAN FATEH, HEMATOLOGIST AND ONCOLOGIST

Thelma was referred to the Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Macomb, under the care of a familiar face: Dr. Fateh.

“Any cancer diagnosis for a patient, just hearing the word itself, can be devastating,” Dr. Fateh said.

“But if there is any speck of optimism associated with a diagnosis, it’s that it was discovered so early.”

Despite the positive test and presence of cancer, it was not a surprise to Dr. Fateh that Thelma had not been experiencing any symptoms. Her tumor was in such an early stage that it had not yet been on her lung long enough to cause any noticeable symptoms.

“He told me we found it very early and I started to feel a little more relaxed about it,” she said.

“He even told me, ‘If it were any earlier, it wouldn’t even be there.’”

As a hematologist and oncologist, Dr. Fateh had the unique ability to treat Thelma’s cancer after years of treating her platelet condition, adding to her level of comfort and confidence in the care she would be receiving.

“I can’t say enough about him,” she said. “I knew I was in good hands.”

Once she was diagnosed, surgery was scheduled. In a couple of weeks, Dr. Kristijan Minanov, a surgeon with McLaren Macomb, would remove the small portion of the lung containing the tumor and biopsy surrounding tissue to determine if (and to what extent) the cancer had spread in her body.

“It was such a whirlwind,” Thelma said. “It was only weeks ago that I walked past a flyer for a study and now I’m getting ready to be wheeled in for surgery.

“What would have happened had I not gotten that scan and they found this? Could it be spreading? I know I’m getting the best care from good people, but it was still a lot to take in over a short period of time. It was tough.”

When Thelma woke up in recovery, she was told that all her biopsied tissue came back

(TOP) Dr. Salman Fateh with his long-time patient, Thelma, whose lung cancer was detected through a low-dose CT screening. (BOTTOM) The Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Macomb.

negative for cancer. And the news got even better: She would not have to have any chemotherapy or radiation treatments.

She was cancer-free.

She spent three days in recovery before going home. She followed up with Dr. Fateh, but she remains in good health.

“We had an incredible advantage in catching it early,” Dr. Fateh said. “With early detection, we can take a very proactive approach that’s favorable to both the patient and to us as physicians.”

For Thelma, her cancer experience was over. Once frantic, she was left calmed, with a sense of relief.

“I feel great now,” she said. “No lasting effects. I'm just so grateful we caught it early.”

WHO’S ELIGIBLE? To be eligible for a CT screening for lung cancer, patients must meet one of the following guidelines: n Current smoker with at least a 30-pack per year history of smoking. n Former smokers who have quit within the past 15 years and have a history of smoking at least 30 packs per year. n Between the ages of 55 to 77. n Written order from physician.

FOR MORE ON THE SYMPTOMS OF LUNG CANCER AND THE CARE OFFERED AT THE KARMANOS CANCER INSTITUTE AT M c L AREN MACOMB, VISIT MCLAREN.ORG/MACOMBHEALTHANDLIFE.

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FALL, WINTER AND FALLS

OLDER, INACTIVE ADULTS ARE MORE LIKELY TO SUFFER INJURY FROM FALLS. FOLLOW THESE EXPERT TIPS TO REDUCE RISK. Susan Schafer has seen the results of many different types of injuries during her years of working in a trauma department setting, directly involved in patient care.

Some of the more striking and memorable injuries might be the ones sustained in a car accident or while active in sports or during a household mishap.

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common, mostly uncomplicated incidents: falls.

“Falls from a standing position have the potential to cause life-threatening injuries,” said Schafer, trauma program manager at McLaren Macomb.

The types of falls Schafer refers to are not someone falling from a raised platform or off the roof. These are falls from around the house—tripping over a rug or missing a step on the stairs.

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FALLS FROM A STANDING POSITION HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO CAUSE LIFE-THREATENING INJURIES. ANYONE IS AT RISK FOR FALLS, BUT WE SEE A HIGHER OCCURRENCE IN OLDER ADULTS, WHO MAY HAVE BECOME MORE INACTIVE IN RECENT YEARS.” —SUSAN SCHAFER, TRAUMA

PROGRAM MANAGER AT McLAREN MACOMB.

bleeds—all very serious, traumatic injuries from what many consider a very common household mishap.

“I’ve made it a real passion of mine to increase the awareness of these injuries and further the education to best prevent them.”

Through her experience, Schafer has noticed a certain group of people who are at increased risk of falls.

“Anyone is at risk for falls, but we see a higher occurrence in older adults, who may have become more inactive in recent years,” she said. “Immobility contributes to falls. Incorporating an exercise routine, coupled with best practices to prevent falls, will go a long way in keeping those who are at-risk safe.”

Hosting regular “Matter of Balance” fall-prevention classes, McLaren Macomb and Schafer strive to ensure that everyone feels safe in their home and is aware of best practices, which include: n Get active

“It doesn’t mean they have to go get a gym membership, but walking around, even with assistance, will help with exercise.” n Designate walkways “Keep walkways clear, free of rugs and clutter, and make sure they are well-lit.” n Proper shoes

“When you wear house slippers, avoid the slip-in slippers and go with a style that covers the heel. If you must go outside in icy conditions, wear shoes with functional treads.” n Dehydration

“Staying hydrated by drinking plenty of water can stave off feelings of lightheadedness and dizzy spells.”

And while they may not be the most catastrophic of events, the injuries people sustain are very real. Injuries from falls tend to increase in the cooler months, when everyone is indoors more often and outdoor conditions are rather icy.

“I’ve seen firsthand the devastating effects of some injuries from falls,” she said. “Broken hips, arms, spinal fractures, brain

n Talk to your physician “If you think you’re at risk for a fall, don’t keep it a secret.

There’s nothing to be embarrassed about. And be sure to mention all of your medications to your physician and pharmacist so you don’t experience any side effects when certain medications are mixed.”

TO INQUIRE ABOUT FALL-PREVENTION EDUCATION, CALL M c L AREN MACOMB TRAUMA SERVICES AT (586) 493-3814.

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A SEASON OF THANKS

THOUSANDS OF PATIENTS PASS THROUGH McLAREN MACOMB’S DOORS EVERY YEAR AND MANY HAVE A LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE FOR THE BETTER, GIVING THEM MUCH TO BE THANKFUL FOR. FOR MORE STORIES, VISIT MCLAREN.ORG/MACOMBHEALTHANDLIFE.

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NIKKI

Delivered her third child at the McLaren Macomb Family Birthing Center

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am so thankful that the specialty nurses at the Family Birthing Center took such great care of our little guy!

Since my son was born early he had a ton of fluid in his lungs and had a few complications at birth. They took such great care of him and were very helpful. It made it a little easier to leave him when I had to go home.”

JESSICA

Treated for multiple injuries in the McLaren Macomb Emergency Department and Trauma Center after a car accident

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am thankful for the way McLaren’s nurses and doctors treated my family while I was in their care. I don’t even want to think of where I might be had it not been for them.”

WILLIAM

After a diabetes diagnosis, turned his life around with the help of his physician and the McLaren Macomb Nutritional Counseling & Diabetes Education team

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am thankful every day that I have a chance to wake up and feel good.

And a big thanks to Dr. Tammy West for giving me the wake-up call that I needed, and to my wife, mother-in-law and parents for just listening. I’m glad I could share my story and I hope that it will help others down the road. Being a diabetic, whether type 1 or type 2, does not limit you in what you can or can’t do, and I’m thankful for that.”

TONY

Saved by a doctor-prescribed medical device after sudden cardiac arrest left him flat-lined for 47 seconds

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am thankful to Dr. Zacharias and Dr. Willoughby for being in the right place at the right time, and for all of the nurses who had taken care of me while I was at my worst and, most of all, the staff at the Mat Gaberty Heart Center cardiac rehab.

Love you, guys! Life is grand!”

THELMA

Received a potentially life-saving diagnosis and treatment for early-stage lung cancer after fortuitously entering a clinical study

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aving the opportunity to read my story (pg. 22) makes me feel so thankful that I had a positive story to share. Being one of the lucky survivors of cancer is a miracle for me. I know not everyone was as fortunate as I was lucky enough to be. I thank God every day.”

MARY

Had her life changed after losing 300 pounds following bariatric surgery and prioritizing healthy, nutritious food choices

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can’t help but start with being thankful for my active life. Because of RNY surgery, and making the complete lifestyle change necessary, I'm doing things and living a vibrant life that I never thought was possible.

While Dr. Pesta has a critical role as the surgeon, he represents a team.

I’m so thankful for this caring team that has always treated me with respect and encouragement, regardless of the number on the scale.”

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{ HOME }

ARTFULLY

YOURS

A COLLECTION OF PRINTS. A MONTAGE OF MEMORABILIA. A CLUSTER OF VASES. CREATIVE DISPLAYS OF THE IMPORTANT, WELL-LOVED PIECES IN YOUR LIFE CAN CREATE COMMANDING VISUAL CENTERPIECES IN YOUR HOME. PHOTOGRAPHY BY SUSAN SULLY

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Art is often more than just a picture in a frame. Give your special memories and collectibles equal footing by incorporating them into the mix. Here, miniature art pieces, found objects and memorabilia help create an attractive textured montage.

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{ HOME } An affinity for silver holloware extends from the pieces atop the English mahogany secretary to the main display wall. This tightly clustered collection of framed engravings from a 19th-century silversmith’s catalog weaves a subtle thread of elegant design continuity throughout the room.

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An array of antique portraiture creates a commanding visual centerpiece in the heart of this living space, which is outfitted with furnishings and accessories spanning multiple design eras. The art and environment play well together thanks to the beautifully balanced palette of golds, beiges and browns.

Reprinted with permission from Past Present by Susan Sully. Š 2016 The Monacelli Press.

Images Š Susan Sully

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THE GORGEOUS GALÁPAGOS IN THIS PACIFIC ARCHIPELAGO YOU’LL DODGE IGUANAS, SWIM WITH SEA LIONS AND COMMUNE WITH DARWIN’S GHOST—AND THAT’S ONLY PART OF THE MAGIC OF THESE “ENCHANTED” ISLANDS. BY RITA GUARNA

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At first I was reluctant. This was a cruise, and a cruiser I’m not. I cringe at the thought of prescribed mealtimes, lounge acts and forced fun, and I also tend toward motion sickness. So a proposed journey to the Galápagos Islands in the Pacific didn’t immediately float my boat. But reports of that destination’s stunning beauty and unrivaled glimpses of nature—going all the way back to 19th-century English naturalist Charles Darwin—were so persuasive, you could say my thinking evolved. I convinced myself that this once-in-alifetime journey would be worth it.

Nature is indeed the Galápagos’ raison d’être. So it stands to reason that there are strict environmental regulations here and that there’s nary a golf course or chain restaurant to be found. Never mind. You can golf again when you’re back in an ordinary place.

Named Las Islas Encantadas—the Enchanted Islands—by the first explorers to arrive in the 16th century, the Galápagos provides an otherworldly experience. For one thing, it’s remote: This archipelago of 19 islands (not to mention some 100-plus islets and rocks) straddles the equator more than 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador. Volcanic eruptions formed these parts between 3 million and 5 million years ago, making conditions quite harsh. Still, you’d have to say indigenous life adapted resourcefully; roughly 2,000 plant and animal species found here exist nowhere else in the world. This is a wildlife-watching destination on steroids, where humans play second fiddle to the all-star animal cast. Where else besides a zoo can you see penguins and tortoises on the same trip?

My cruise-phobia quickly waned. It helped that we set sail on the MV Origin, a 20-passenger yacht launched last year that is part of the Ecoventura fleet.

(The company has been in the expedition cruising business some 20 years and knows these islands.)

Plus, we didn’t exactly have to rough it: Our stateroom was spacious and featured panoramic windows perfect for spying the area’s unique topography. And there’s a roomy Jacuzzi and fitness center on board and a library. Add to that twice-daily excursions led by certified naturalists (10 passengers per guide to ensure an intimate experience), nightly briefings and the use of wet suits (you’ll need them as the water is cold several months of the year), snorkel equipment and kayaks, and you have the makings of a perfect trip.

From our first minutes on San Cristóbal, we were confronted with creatures completely unperturbed by humans. We were told to keep our distance and not to touch them (or anything, for that matter), but they heeded no such warning about us. As if on cue, a large land iguana swaggered onto the path, its

From top, the blue-footed booby lives mostly on water but uses land to breed and rear young. Nearly one-half of the world’s breeding pairs nest on Galápagos Islands and islets like Punta Pitt. Tourists can take a wooden staircase to the summit of a dormant volcano on Bartolomé Island, a small isle off the tip of Santiago. The Galápagos giant tortoise, which can weigh up to 920 pounds, is native to seven of the Galápagos Islands and can readily be seen in their natural habitat at Rancho El Manzanillo on Santa Cruz.

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This page, top and left: Sea stacks such as Kicker Rock and smaller islands can be reached by small boats and kayaks. Right: Cruises around the Galรกpagos Islands take one of two routes and are strictly monitored. Whether in a stately room or on deck, views from the MV Origin are breathtaking. Fine dining and fresh seafood are guaranteed on ship and on shore.

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resplendent yellow skin glowing in the sunlight. Actually, it’s tough to keep clear of the lizards, tortoises and even sea lions that co-exist with us. They’re a fearless and curious lot, and while it’s a tad disconcerting at first, soon these face-to-fauna encounters are not only welcome, they’re almost expected.

You can’t help but wonder if this is how Darwin felt back in 1835, when after weeks of studying the native plants and animals the young naturalist developed his theory of evolution and in so doing introduced the islands to the world. It wasn’t until 1959, however, that the archipelago became Ecuador’s first national park, and the islands were named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978.

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side us or our front row seat as sea lions and dolphins performed what appeared to be a carefully choreographed dance? Then there were the marine iguanas, sea snakes and sharks—yes, sharks that abounded.

The islands are home to some two dozen types of sharks, from whale sharks and hammerheads to black-tip and Galápagos sharks.

I’m not sure when exactly it dawned on me that this is what it means, truly, to commune with nature. On one snorkeling “tour,” for example, a manta ray swam up to me and flitted about before gliding into the deep.

There’s the comical gait of the blue-footed boobies, the nimble prancers, aka Sally Lightfoot crabs, Darwin’s finches, the waved albatross, and of course, the frigatebird, whose wrinkled throat can inflate like a bright red balloon.

Was it my imagination, or did these creatures all seem to share a buoyant spirit just this side of gloating? That would make sense. After all, they get to live there, while I’m reduced to obsessively plotting my next cruise.

This page, from top: Snorkelers can swim with sea lions just off the olive-sand beach at Punta Cormorant on Floreana. A view from the top—a unique look at Las Tintoreras and Isabela. After a day of island hopping, dinner awaits aboard the MV Origin.

Opposite, from top: Curious and friendly manta rays are some of the pleasant surprises of the sea. The Origin’s Jacuzzi is the perfect place to unwind after a long day of exploring.

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A CUT ABOVE

DRESS UP ANY OCCASION WITH THESE UPDATED CLASSICS.

Reprinted with permission from Paleo Monday to Friday by Daniel Green © 2016 Kyle Books. Photographs © Peter Cassidy.

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Filet Mignon with Caramelized Onions Serves 2

INGREDIENTS n 2 7-oz. filet mignon steaks n 3 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil n Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper n 8 oz. fresh mushrooms (any variety), chopped n 1 Tb. chopped fresh thyme n ž cup red wine n 5½ oz. carrots For the caramelized onions n 3 onions, thinly sliced n 3 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil, plus more as needed n Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS n First make the caramelized onions: Place the onions in a large frying pan over medium-high heat, cover and cook, stirring infrequently, until they are dry and almost sticking to the pan (about 20 minutes). n Stir in the oil and a large pinch of salt, then reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally and adding oil as needed to keep them from sticking without getting greasy, for 40 to 60 minutes, depending on how silky you want them. Season to taste and set aside. n Meanwhile, brush the steaks all over with a little olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Place a large grill pan over medium-high heat and, when hot, add the steaks and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side (or until done to your liking), then remove from the pan and set aside. n Add the remaining olive oil to the pan, add the mushrooms and cook over high heat for 5 to 10 minutes until golden brown. n Add the wine and thyme to the pan, bring to a simmer and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the wine has reduced slightly. n Plate the steaks with a spoonful of sauce, the caramelized onions on the side and a few carrots too, if you like.

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Grilled Lamb Chops on Carrot Purée with Roasted Garlic Serves 4

INGREDIENTS n 1.3 lbs. carrots, peeled and roughly chopped n 12 lamb chops or cutlets (about 4 oz. each), trimmed of fat n 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced n 4 sprigs fresh rosemary, cut into thirds n 2 Tbs. olive oil n Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS n Preheat the oven to 350°F. n Place the carrots in a saucepan of boiling water and cook for 20 to 25 minutes until soft. n Meanwhile, using a sharp knife, cut a few incisions in the lamb and slide in a few garlic slivers and a sprig of rosemary in each chop. Place on a foil-lined baking pan and roast in the oven for 10 to 12 minutes (depending on size). n Drain the carrots, transfer to a food processor and add the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste and process to a smooth purée. n Serve the lamb with the carrot purée and garnish with some fresh rosemary.

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SHELBY CREEK HEALTH AND SAFETY FAIR

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7 Dr. Salman Fateh, hematologist and oncologist; Dr. Neal Bhatt, radiation oncologist; Dr. Arthur Frazier, radiation oncologist; Rose Penzien, breast health navigator 8 Cynthia Scott, McLaren Macomb manager of radiation oncology; Pat Keigher, McLaren Macomb regional director of cancer services; Julia Libcke, McLaren Macomb chief nursing officer 9 Cancer survivors and staff 10 Lauren Lawrence, vice president, Karmanos Cancer Network 11

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RIDE RICHMOND 2017 TO BENEFIT A BEAUTIFUL ME

11 Kelley Lovati, McLaren Macomb community outreach coordinator 12 Mark Hackel, Macomb County Executive 13 Riders set out on the trail 13

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AMERICAN

BAD BRADS BBQ “The best possible BBQ every day,” along with a full bar and catering, 36845 Groesbeck Hwy., Clinton Township, 586.789.7320; 35611 Green St., New Baltimore, 586.716.9977; 6525 23 Mile Rd., Shelby Township, 586.254.7010 DICKEY’S BARBECUE PIT Authentic Texas-style barbecue with home-style flavor and a family-friendly atmosphere, 20755 Hall Rd., Macomb Township, 586.741.5270 FILIPPA’S WINE BARREL Upscale traditional American cuisine with an Italian influence and impressive wine list, 45125 Mound Rd., Shelby Township, 586.254.1311 FIN’S All-American food and spirits with a racing theme, starting with breakfast, 51006 Washington St., New Baltimore, 586.725.9000 GUMBO’S Contemporary American fare with a Cajun/ Creole influence, 53 N. Walnut St., Mount Clemens, 586.307.3100

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J. BALDWIN’S Restaurant, lounge and caterer serving gourmet food and signature stone-fired crispy pizza, 16981 18 Mile Road, Clinton Township, 586.416.3500

RIVER RAT Casual restaurant and bar, located in “Boat Town,” serving large portions in a nautical atmosphere, 29370 S. River Rd., Harrison Township, 586.465.6565

JOHN’S FAMILY GRILL A favorite for classic comfort food, 304 Cass Ave., Mount Clemens, 586.463.0033

SEEBURGER’S CHEESEBURGERS Burgers and more, including paninis and salads, 26756 Gratiot Ave., Roseville, 586.362.8585

LITTLE CAMILLE’S BY THE BAY Casual eatery serving salads, pasta, pizza and more, 51083 Washington St., New Baltimore, 586.725.4866 NORTH 42 AT MACRAY HARBOR Fresh American cuisine served in a waterfront setting, 30675 N. River Rd., Harrison Township, 586.329.7880 THEE OFFICE PUB & COOKERY Family-friendly gathering place serving burgers, sandwiches, steaks and pastas, 128 S. Main St., Romeo, 586.752.6680 THE PANTRY RESTAURANT Contemporary American restaurant serving breakfast and brunch, 44945 Morley Dr., Clinton Township, 586.465.5514; 34220 Van Dyke Ave., Sterling Heights, 586.939.1370; 58884 Van Dyke Rd., Washington Township, 586.677.4135

STERLING’S BISTRO Creative American dishes with seasonal ingredients and an international wine menu, 13905 Lakeside Circle, Sterling Heights, 586.566.0627 STRAWBERRY FIELDS Friendly family restaurant serving American fare, pizza and pasta with a Beatles-themed menu, 51070 S. Foster Rd., Chesterfield, 586.949.7740 TWISTED ROOSTER A twist on classic American fare, featuring bold flavors and fresh local ingredients, 45225 Marketplace Blvd., Chesterfield, 586.949.1470 VICTORY SMOKEHOUSE Upscale BBQ joint serving smoked meat by the half-pound as well as sandwiches and classic sides, 28950 Mound Rd., Warren, 248.671.6328

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LUCIANO’S Family-owned establishment serving northern and southern Italian cuisine, 39091 Garfield Rd., Clinton Township, 586.263.6540

ENGINE HOUSE Firefighter-themed sports bar and restaurant serving pizzas, sandwiches and steaks, 309 Cass Ave., Mount Clemens, 586.468.2442

LUIGI’S ORIGINAL RESTAURANT “Small in size but big in originality,” featuring pizza, steaks, pasta and seafood, 36691 Jefferson Ave., Harrison Township, 586.468.7711

STEAK/SEAFOOD

NONNA’S ITALIAN KITCHEN Family-friendly food inspired by family traditions, including specialty pizzas, 50528 Schoenherr Rd., Shelby Township, 586.884.6949 PENNA’S Fine dining since 1968, Penna’s of Sterling, 38400 Van Dyke Ave., Sterling Heights, 586.978.3880

MEDITERRANEAN/MIDDLE EASTERN

CEDAR KABOB & CAFE Classic Lebanese fare served in a cozy, comfortable setting, 34796 Van Dyke Ave., Sterling Heights, 586.795.1722 IKE’S RESTAURANT Lebanese fusion restaurant also serving burgers and other American and Italian classics, 38550 Van Dyke Ave., Sterling Heights, 586.979.4460 SAJO’S Quality, reasonably priced Mediterranean cuisine served in a contemporary atmosphere, 36470 Moravian Dr., Clinton Township, 586.792.7256

MEXICAN

EL CHARRO Family-owned, with authentic Mexican cuisine, including unique soft-shell tacos, 16720 14 Mile Rd., Fraser, 586.294.3520; 21519 21 Mile Rd., Macomb, 586.598.7556; 24401 Harper Ave., St. Clair Shores, 586.779.5060 JUAN MIGUEL’S Authentic Mexican dishes, including fajitas, tacos and enchiladas, plus a full bar, 21342 Hall Rd., Clinton Township, 586.783.9751 TACO LOCO Authentic Mexican favorites, including their own stuffed poblano peppers, “puffy” tacos and more, 52899 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township, 586.323.9494

SPORTS BAR

ART & JAKES Sports bar and grill with an international menu focusing on Macedonian and Serbian cuisine, 14741 23 Mile Rd., Shelby Township, 586.532.9600; 44899 Mound Rd., Sterling Heights, 586.739.7000; 65859 Van Dyke Rd., Washington Township, 586.752.7500 EAGLES BAR & GRILL Neighborhood sports bar and grill serving comfort food and craft beers, 50640 Waterside Dr., Chesterfield, 586.949.9600

THE BREWERY Longtime family-owned restaurant known for its steak, seafood, extensive wine list and top-shelf spirits, 39950 Hayes Rd., Clinton Township, 586.286.3020 CREWS INN Lunch and dinner served in a harborside setting, with a focus on fish and beef, including prime rib specials on Friday and Saturday night, 31988 N. River Rd., Harrison Township, 586.463.8144 FISHBONE’S Seafood, steaks, sushi and New Orleans favorites served up in a setting reminiscent of the French Quarter, 23722 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores, 586.498.3000 MCRAE’S BIG RIVER GRILLE Dinner-only dining destination lauded for its seafood and scenic water views, 9715 St. Clair River Dr., Algonac, 810.794.3041 MR. PAUL’S CHOP HOUSE Family-run restaurant specializing in fresh beef and seafood and Caesar salad prepared tableside, 29850 Groesbeck Hwy., Roseville, 586.777.7770 WAVES Fun eatery and nightclub featuring “under the wave” and “over the wave” dishes, 24223 Jefferson Ave., St. Clair Shores, 586.773.3840

SUSHI/JAPANESE

ASAHI SUSHI Award-winning sushi bar and Korean restaurant, 41860 Garfield Rd., Clinton Township, 586.412.2700 NARUTO SUSHI Fresh, light Asian menu that includes sushi as well as bibimbap, udon noodles and more, 34788 Van Dyke Ave., Sterling Heights, 586.977.0123 OSAKA Japanese steakhouse featuring hibachi tables and a sushi bar, 45323 Market St., Utica, 586.566.9572

THAI

AMARIN THAI CUISINE Classic dishes using traditional Thai spices with meat, seafood and vegetarian options, 11528 E. 12 Mile Rd., Warren, 586.582.8787 THAI ORCHID Casual, authentic Thai eatery known for its fresh, well-seasoned dishes, 60 Cherry St., Mount Clemens, 586.783.1727

VEGETARIAN

THE CLEAN PLATE Fresh, casual vegetarian offering soups, salads, wraps, sandwiches and meatless burgers, 45629 Hayes Rd., Shelby Township, 586.580.3293

BATH CITY BISTRO Steaks, fish and pasta, plus Belgian trough bowling, a cross between bocce and shuffleboard, 75 Macomb Pl., Mount Clemens, 586.469.0917

IRISH PUB

THREE BLIND MICE IRISH PUB Irish-inspired pub fare, including Guinness stew and corned beef, 101 N. Main St., Mount Clemens, 586.961.6371

ITALIAN/PIZ Z A

ANDIAMO Refined classic Italian menu with an international wine list, 14425 Lakeside Circle, Sterling Heights, 586.532.8800; 7096 E. 14 Mile Rd., Warren, 586.268.3200 ANTONIO’S ITALIAN CUISINE Authentic family-style Italian dishes made from family recipes, 2505 E. 14 Mile Rd., Sterling Heights, 586.264.5252 DA FRANCESCO’S Quality Italian cuisine with a homemade touch, and sporting an extensive wine list, 49521 Van Dyke Ave., Shelby Township, 586.731.7544

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Crafty Christmas Craft Show December 2

Utica Ice Festvial February 9–11

Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo Live January 13

DECEMBER 2 Good rule of thumb: If an annual event has been happening for 32 years, somebody must be doing something right. That rule holds true in the case of the 32nd annual CRAFTY CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW, happening at L’Anse Creuse High School – North, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Over the last three decades and change, the show has become the local go-to for anybody after seasonal arts-and-crafts items. If it’s handmade and holiday-ready, you’ll find it here. Dozens upon dozens of displays will greet you at this year’s CCCS, and if that’s not enough, you can count on music from the school bands, plus plenty of tasty treats and a raffle. To get the rest of the lowdown, go to facebook.com/ LCNBandCraftVendorShow

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many who grew up with A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS as a part of your personal holiday iconography, you’ll never forget the images of Charlie Brown optimistically sprucing up his tiny little tree, and the Peanuts gang gathered around to dance and sing in celebration of the season. The warm, fuzzy feelings those images inspire are irreplaceable, but now you can experience a whole new take on the tradition. When the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts brings a live version of the legendary show onto its stage, Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy and all the rest will occupy an even larger place in your heart. Find additional info at macombcenter.com/ attachments/mcpa-season-calendar.pdf

DECEMBER 14 NORMAN

BROWN’S JOYOUS CHRISTMAS offers a unique opportunity to ramp up for the holiday season in a tuneful way, by spending a one-of-a-kind evening with three tremendous musical talents. Brown has been recognized as one of the finest contemporary jazz guitarists around since emerging on the scene back in the early ‘90s with his signature blend of jazz, pop and soul influences. Bobby Caldwell is the blue-eyed soul hero best known for his immortal hit “What You Won’t Do For Love,” subsequently covered by everyone from Natalie Cole to Boyz II Men. Marion Meadows is a suave sax man who’s been bringing his smooth, romantic sound to fans for decades. Be there when they all come together to ring in the holidays on a sweet, soulful note. For more details take a look at andiamoitalia.com/showroom

JANUARY 13 The fascination with dinosaurs is something that runs deep among children. If you want to offer your kids a dinosaur experience more exciting than viewing fossils in a museum, turn to the folks behind the uniquely spelled ERTH’S DINOSAUR ZOO LIVE. The show originated in Australia and has gone international with its presentation of the prehistoric era for dino-obsessed youngsters. Through the use of sophisticated life-size puppetry, the Erth crew will take you on a trip through time to an era tens of millions of years ago when dinosaurs still roamed the planet. There are even some opportunities for kids to

interact with the faux dinos. Dig into all the details here: macombcenter.com/ attachments/mcpa-season-calendar.pdf

JANUARY 26–28 For nearly a quarter-century now, the New Baltimore Lions Club has shown how to celebrate the season in style at WINTERFEST. For one thing, their event has both extremes of temperature covered: You can fire things up as thermometer digits drop by participating in the chili cook-off. Or if you’d like to embrace the oncoming freeze, then be among the hardy crew taking the Polar Bear Plunge. You can test your mug-holding mettle in the Iron Arm competition, which is tougher than it may sound, and soak up the songs of The Meldrum Brothers Band, local boys bringing you the best in classic rock and country. More at newbaltimorelions.com/ schedule-of-events FEBRUARY 9–11 When the deepfreeze part of winter comes around and your breath practically turns into icicles before your eyes, it’s time to make the most of the situation by visiting the annual UTICA ICE FESTIVAL. Attendees have come to expect some frosty winter fun, including an eye-popping, multihued fireworks display, the opportunity to catch some stunning ice sculptures being crafted right in front of you, face painting for the kids, and of course, the pure pleasure of strolling through an icy art gallery that didn’t even exist a day or two before. It isn’t just cool, it’s sub-zero.

For details, check utica-events.com

TO SEE OTHER MACOMB COUNTY EVENTS, PLEASE VISIT MCLAREN.ORG/MACOMBCOMMUNITYEVENTS.

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{ POWER FOOD }

HOW SWEET IT IS VITAMIN-PACKED SWEET POTATOES LEAVE WHITE SPUDS IN THE DIRT.

A PRIMARY SOURCE of nourishment for native Americans, early European colonists and soldiers during both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, sweet potatoes later were relegated to holiday tables, served as a complement to Thanksgiving turkey or holiday roast. Today, sweet potatoes are making a comeback: orange-fleshed mashes, fries and tots are commonly found on restaurant menus and in the frozen-food aisle at grocery stores. Though fried potatoes of any color should be eaten sparingly, baked or boiled sweet potatoes offer exceptional health benefits.

POWER UP Considered one of the healthiest vegetables of all, sweet potatoes are the root of a tropical vine in the morning-glory family. Brimming with beta-carotene, fiber and vitamins A (five times the recommended daily intake), C and E, they’re a good choice when it comes to adding cancer-fighting nutrients to your diet and improving digestive health. Compared to white (also called Irish) potatoes, they have more vitamins, more fiber, fewer calories and fewer total carbs— despite having more sugar. They’re also fat-free.

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BUY | STORE | SERVE When shopping, choose sweet potatoes that are firm and smooth, without bruises or discoloration. Store them unwashed in a cool, dry place and use within three to five weeks. Sweetness increases during storage. Don’t refrigerate—the cold turns the potato’s natural sugars to starch. Like white potatoes, sweet potatoes can be baked, grilled, boiled or microwaved. Lightly season with salt and pepper or highlight their sweet side by sprinkling with brown sugar and cinnamon. For healthy potato chips, slice thinly, brush lightly with olive oil and bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees (or until lightly browned and crisp). Try adding thinly sliced, cooked sweet potato to your sandwich, or pop sweet-potato slices on the grill until browned to your liking, then drizzle with lime juice.

And of course, you can mash them. You can even try them raw by shredding onto a salad.

DID YOU KNOW? Sweet potatoes and yams are two different vegetables, with sweet potatoes offering more nutritional benefits and being more widely available in the U.S.

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U.S. president who was a sweet-potato farmer (George Washington)

2,700+ Years humans have been cultivating sweet potatoes

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