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New Revolutionary Medical Device to Improve Leg Circulation By Tom Tran PA-C, MPAs. NCCPA Surgery Board Certifoed

L eg circulation problems affect more than 20 million Americans and over 20% of those an:: over th", age of 65. Circulation

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These circulation problems can cause Intcrminent Claudication (nol being able to walk without stopping 10 rest), heaviness and achiness legs, swelling (ankles, lower legs), pain, muscle lension, tired legs, restless legs. brownish skin color changes in tile legs. wounds or ulcers in the legs, and enlarged varicose and spider veins.

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Don't smoke, If you smoke Or use other tobacco products, ask your doctor to help you quit. It's also important to avoid e~posure to secondhand smoke.

Eat a heart-healthy diet. Choose vegetables, fruilS, whole grains, high-fiber foods and !can sourees of protein, such as fish. Limit foods high in saturated fat, cholesterol, trans fat, and sodium.

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Manage chronIc conditions. If you have high cholesterol or high blood pressure, follow your doctor's treatment recommendations. If you have diabetes, kecp your blood sugar under control.

Include physical activity in your daily routine , Choose sports Or other activities you enjoy, from basketball. golf, walking, to bowling. Anything that gets you up and moving every day is bener than doing nothing

Maintain a healthy weight, Extra pounds increase the risk ofhcan disease. Learn about your body mass index. or BMI. and how imponant it is to keep it within a healthy range.

Umit alcohol. If you choose to drink alcohol. do so only in moderation , Too much alcohol can raise your blood pressure.

February is American Heart Month According to thcAmcrican Hean Association. more wt)men die of cardiovascular disease than from the next four causes of death combined. including all fonns of cancer.

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lake/Sum t er Edi t ion - February 2014 Kealth &- Wellness 13 Manage s tress. If you feel constantly on edge or under assault, your lifestyle habits may suffer. Take steps to reduce stress - or learn to okal with stress in healthy ways.

Talk to your doctor about taking aspirin . The U.S. Preventive Services Task Foree recommends that men ages 4S to 79 take aspirin to lower their risk of bean attack when the benefit outweighs the possible hann of gastrointestinal bleeding. Discuss your personal risk of both heart disease and gastrointestinal bleeding with ycour doctor,

The bottom line: understanding health risks is one thing, taking action to reduce your risks is another. Start with healthy lifestyle choices -eating a healthy diet, staying physically active, quining smoking, gening regular chedups and taking pm:autions in your daily activities. The impact of taking these Steps to be preventive may be greater than you'll ever knew,

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Dr. Nwaubani is a Board Certified Pediatric Neurologist, fe llowship trained in Pediatric Epilepsy and Clinical Neurophysiology with over 18 years experience as a physician. He completed his Pediat ric Neurology

t raining at the Boston University Medical Center and his fellowship training in Pediatr ic Epilepsy and Cl inical

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Rejuvenate. Restore. Renew. Surgical and Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures Improve Vision and Quality of Life

nder the guidance of Dr. Stacia Goldey, Mid f lorida Eye Center has earned national n:cognilion for ilSc~pcnisc in rejuvenating facial features, diminishing signs of aging, and =onSlructing facial defects.

Allhough these types of procedures may be categorized as cosmetic. in many instances they also serve 10 enhance vision and/or facial functionality.

Take. for instance, Beatrice. a 66-year-old Leesburg resident who suffered from impaired vision, despite cataract surgery and a subsequent scar tissue removal opemtion. "My droopy eyelids were 50 bad;1 was like rny eyes W""" closed," she says. M1 could not sec--cven though my earlier surgeries had completely cleared up my vision."

Upon \be recommendation ofher primary eye care physician, Mid Florida Eye Center's Dr. Jeffrey Bawnann, Beatri~ visited Dr. Goldey for eyelid lift surgery. IIer rca<;tion to the resultS: "My eyes have nc:vcr fclt this open before!" Along wilh heT restored sight. Ikauice is delighting in heT new look. "I ran into a friend at church and she said. ·Beatrice! Your eyes look wonderful!' Another friend asked me where 1 gQI my eyes done. I always say, '(iQsee Dr. Goldey''''

Dr. Goldey is an oculoplastic surgeon. which means that in addition to rigorous ophthalmologist training, she has also completed plastic surgery training. Having in-depth knowledge of the eyelids. eyes, and th<:ir functions makes her an ideal choice for any cosmetic procedure or surgery. Dr. Goldey has practiced in Lake County for nearly 20 YCIlr$ and was the county's first oculoplastic surgeon.

Along with eyelid lift surgery, Dr. Goldey routinely perfOTTTlS several non-surgical cosmetic procedures, ineluding BOTOX<!l. BOTOX is an

FDA-approved natural. purified protein that is injected directly into the muscle. The protein causes the muscle to relax. naturally smoothing facial

lines and wrinkles. Dr. Goldey was the first physician in Central Florida designated by the manufacturer of BOTOX to provide training to other physicians on BOTOX techniqu<:s. Along with cosmetic enhancementS. BOTOX is often used to mitigate contractions and spasms of the eyelid mll5Cles.

Dr. Goldey also focuses her practice on laser procedures such as Thennagc<!l, skin resurfacing, and hair remo\'lli. Thermage is thc only non-invasive procedure thattightcns and contours skin in a single Ircatment. TCquiring 1>0 surgery, nO injections, and lillie to no recovery time. The procedure uses unique radiofrcqllfllcy tecllnology to safely warm the deep layers of the skin, stimulating the body 's namral renewal of collagen and creating SUbtle, natural-looking resultS. Thermage tightens loose jowls and sagging skio, mluces fine lines, and enhances definition of the lips.

Fractional Laser (for wrinkles) and Photo Rejuvenation are revolutionary treatments for sun-damaged and wrinkled skin that stimulate the skin's natural collagen 10 promote tissue repair while resurfacing the skin's outer layer. These non-surgical laser procedures gently remove fine lines. reduce unwanted pigmenlIItion, and tighten loose skin.

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Sometimes even a simple procedure, such as eyelid lift surgery, can make a dramatic difference in one's visioo and quality ofUfe. Today there are rnoce optioos than ever for minimizing the effects of aging and improving facial functionality. With Dr. GJIdey's guidance. you'lI be able to choose the one that·s right for you.

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NEW RADIATION THERAPY APPLICATOR HELPS SKIN CANCER

PATIENTS AVOID SURGERY interCommunity Cancer Centers and Institute Educates Patients and Dermatologists about

Valencia Applicator as a Non-Surgical Treatment of Skin Cancer

W hen we think about ~kin cancer lrI:atmcnt, II1QSI of US still assume thai surgery is the only viable option. However. this can't be further from the trulh. While

surgery still remains a valuable and clinically proven treatment when performed by a highly-skilled dermatologist Of surgical oncologist, experts alinlerCommunity Cancer Centers (Iceq and Institute (ICC1) ofLecsburg and Lady Lake want to take this opportunity 10 educate patients and their physicians about a new non-surgicaltrealmcnt option called the Valencia Applicator.

"Recently, we have had a numerous patients tell us that their dermatologist infonned them that surge!)' is their only option. Ifs no\. And it is Our responsibility as clinicians to educate Our patients and esteemed colleagues that a viable non_surgical OJ1Iioo does exist;· says said Hal M. Jacobson, M.D., medical director of ICC01CCI.

In 2009. ICCC became the first caneer-<:an: program in Lake. Sumter and Marion Counties 10 provide the Valencia Applicator as a non-surgical treatment for skin can<:cr.1be VaJenica Applicator, used during High Dose Rate (1I0R) brachythcrapy, offers a convenient and non-surgical option for patients with small and large superficial skin cancers.

The Valencia Applicator is specifically designed for superficial treaunents oflesions up to 3 Cm in diameter and 4 mm in depth. ValC1lcia is one of the three most common applicators used in the IIOR brachytherapy treatment for skin and surface cancers. HOR brachytherapy enables physicians to deliver a higher dose of radiation dire<;lly to the tumor. while sparing healthy tissue and surrounding organs.

The use of the Valencia ApplieRtorean also be used to effectively treat lesions located around the eyelids. ear and nose where electron applicator lJCaunent is not suitable do to the potC1ltially damaging radiation exposure to the targeted treatment areas. In addition. thc applicator also treats tumors of small size and shallow depth. These cup-shaped applicator limits the amount of radiation to the required area using tungstC1l shielding and are designed to \reat to the com:ct depth without overexposing the skin, yielding excellent cosmetic and functional results.

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"New appl icators such as Valencia help us del ivcr

higher doses of radiation with fewer complications and side effects. With !he muhi·disciplinary approach to treating malignancies tooay, our new applicator is helping to provide optimal resulls for

the patient." explains Dr. Jacobson

According to the ACS, more than IWO million cases of basal and squamous cell skin cancer are found in !he U.S. each year. Melanoma, Ihe most serious type of skin cancer, accounted for approxi_ mately 76.600 cases of skin cancer and more than

9,000 of the 12,000-plus skin cancer deaths cstimated for 2013.

The ACS' websiIC idenlifies numCfOus risk factors,

signs and symplOmS and importanl prevention lips regarding skin cancer and !hey include !he following:

WH AT ARE TIfE RISK FACTORS FOR SKI:"i

CA:"iCER? Risk faclors for non·melanoma and melanoma skin cancers include:

• Unprotected and/or excessive exposure to ul!raviolel (UV) radiation (sunlight Or tanning booths)

• Pale complexion (difficulty tanning. easily sunburned. natural red or blond hair color)

• Occupalional exposures 10 coal tar. pilCh, creOSOle. arsenic compounds, or radium

• You or othcr members OfyOUT family have had skin cancers

• Multiple or unusual moles

• Severe sunburns in the pasl

WHAT ARE Tin: S IGNS AND SYMPTO :l.1S

m' SKIN CA:"ICER? Skin cancer can be found early, and bo!h doctors and patients play important roles in finding skin cancer. If you have any of the following symploms, tell your dOClor.

• Any change on your skin, especially in the size or color of a mole, growth. Or spot, or a new growth (even ifil hns no color)

• Scaliness, oozing, bleeding, or change in the appearance of a bump or nooule

• The spread of pigmentation (color) beyond its border. such IlS dark coloring that spreads past the edge ofa mole or mark

• A change in sensation. such as iIChiness, tenderness, or pain

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CAN SKIN CANCER B.; PREVENTED1 The be!>t ways 10 lower !he risk of non-melanoma skin cancer are 10 avoid long exposure 10 intense sunlight and practice sun safety. You can stitt ClCercise and enjoy Ihe outdoors while using sun safety at the same lime. Here are some ways to be sun safe:

• Avoid !he SUD bc\ween 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

• Seck shade: look for shade, especialty in the middle of !he day when the sun's rays are strongest Pra.:;ticc the shadow rule and teach it 10 children. If your shadow is shorter than you, the sun's rays are at their strongcst

• Slip on a shirt: Cover up with protcclivc clothing 10 guard as much skin as possible when you are out in the sun. Choose comfortable clothes made of tightly ,,"'Oven fabrics !hat you cannot sec through when held up 10 a light

• Slop on sunscreen: Use SUnSCTttn and lip balm with a sun protcction faclOT (SPF) of 15 or higher. Apply a generous amoum of sunscreen (about a palmful) and reapply every 2 IIours and aftcr swimming, IOweling dry. or sweating. Use sunscreen even on hazy or overcasl days.

• Slap on a hat: Cover your head with a widebrimmed hat. shading your face, ears, and neck. If you choose a baseball cap, remember to protect your ears and neck witb sunscTttn.

• Wrap on sunglasses: Wear sunglasses with 99"10 to 100% UV absorption 10 provide oplimal protccliOil for the eyes and !he surrounding skin.

• Follow these practices to protect your skin even on cloudy Or overcast days. UV rays travel through clouds_

• Avoid other sources of UV light Tanning beds and sun lamps are dangerous. They also dama~ your skin in O1her ways.

"$elf_examination and regular skin cancer screenings can save so many lives and they require a minimum amount of time and effort," said Dr. Jacobson. "We must all ",main vigilant about these examinations and contact your physician immediately if you dclCct any of the warning signs."

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Dealing with Sciatica Shooting Down the Leg? DON'T PAY THOUSANDS FOR SPINAL DECOMPRESSION! By Compton Chiropractic Care

S ciatica is a pain that you would not want to wish Q[I your worst enemy. It is described os a sharp and shooting pain \ravels down the leg.

but most people experiencing the syrnploms will describe it as a numbness. tingling or burning sensation.

You may have considered tocal newspaper advertisements advertising decompression. but don't Want to pay thousands up front for long treatment plans. Well at Compton ChiropntC1ic there is a more affordable decompression therapy called Co~ Fle~ion distraction technique that can relieve your sciatic symptoms.

What makes Co~ fle~ion distraction different from other decompression machines is the doctor is with you at all rimes_ The doctor will use his hands and the machine to make corrections as he is administering trealmCn1. Ask yourself this question : Do you want a machine taking care of yOll or do you want a top "'ted experienced doctor there with you at all times that can make adjustments and provide you with beller results with fewer visits?

Having the doctors at Compton Chiropractic control the decornprasion from sun to finish guarantees that the patients will receive morc effoctive care and much shorter treatment plans. The typical treatment is g-] 2 visits where as other decotnpression thernpies require 8

patient to undergo over 26 visits. Our doctors also worts with your primary care physicians. neurologists, and neurosurgoons in order to provide effective conservative care first. The truth is not every patient is a candidate for major surgery or prescriplion medication . This conservative treatment has been shown to decrease disc pressure by approximately 75% thus allowing relief of the signs and symptoms of disc related pain (Sciatica). The average treatment time last about 15 minutes and most patients repon feeling better in just a few visits.

The Co~ Flexion distraction was developed by Dr. James M. Cox For 50 years Dr. Cox has designed this decompression treatment; documenting the scieme of

this non_surgical alternative 10 back surgery approach to back pain relief in the hands of well_ trained back specialists.

Evidence-based protocols arc tested in laboratory trials and clinical trials supported by privately funded, clinician_volunteer, and federally funded research grants. Their objcctives arc to document the dToct decompression has on the spine and its nerveS to rclieve pain (drops pressure) as well as the amount of~ime in days (29 ave",ge) and visits (12 average) it takes to relieve pain.

These protocols arc well-defined in medicallypublished textbooks and peer-reviewed journal artieles. Their proper application, even the amOunt of foree, is taught in rccognized postgraduate and graduate training programs . Patients seeking relief of their lower back pain and nec k pain Can rest easy knowing that Cox Technic flexion distraction protocols are safe, gentle. and well-documented to help them.

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Doctor Compton shares thaI. "some patients are candidales for surgery in order to correct their sciatic symptoms; however in IIl(lI;t cases I able to postpone orprevent surgery for my patients."

The Doctors at Compton Chiropractic are graduates from Palmer College of Chiropractic and have been serving The Villages since 2006. The Doctors arc integrated with several local

primary Care physicians, urgent cares, neurologists, pain management physicians, and orthopedic surgeons. This level of integration means that the patient benefits faster and more effectively.

0,. Compton shares how many res ldenu have become his patient's:

First: - Most patients come directly \0 our office as refenals are not necessary.

• Others tend to start at their Primary care Physicians office (PCP). The PCP will evaluate and treat with medication. Then the patient presents to our office_

Second: • We evaluate and treat the patient while working with the PCP if indicated.

• We treat as needed based on the patient's presentation (3-12 visits). Should we fail to see re~ults quickly we recognize the need to progress the casc. This means advanced imaging and orthopedic consultation.

lake/Sumter Edit ion - February 2014 Keallh &- Wellness 23 TESTIMONIALS "I suffered from scialica for lj years until a friend IOId me about Doc. After 4 treatments I ... as back on the golf course and out of pain. " - K.R.

"I thought I would live ... ith this pain for the rest of my life, But thank folly I was wrong and Doc "'05 right. " - M.M.

"Dr. C is WI amazing DoclOr ... ho acrually caresfor his patients like they werefami/y. " -A.O.

"My backfeels twent)' years younger." -C.c.

"Although the Doctor was only able 10 give me temporary relief, he was responsible for gelling me to great surgeon who helped me. I will continue to see and trust Dr. Compton . .. - T.A

Doctor Compton's office is located in The Palm Ridge Plaza off CR 466 and they accept all major insurances. Office hours are M-F from 9am to 5 pm and Saturdays 9-2.

Compton Chiropractic added on another physician, Dr. Daniel Taylor to their practice. With three physicians on staff, Compton Chiropractic can now more effectively serve it's increasing palienl base.

Feel free to set up a free consultation 10 meet wilh one our doctors in order to detennine whatlreatment plan may be right for you! (352)391-1126.

Abo'" Dr, Brent Compton Dr. Brent was raised here in Central Florida and graduated From Lecs-burg High School in 2005. While growing up he spent much of his time fishing, playing

baseball, and SQ<;cer, In high school he learned to scuba dive which along with fishing continues 10 be one of his favorite hobbies still today. After high school Dr. Brent attended The University of Central Florida where he graduated with his bachelors degree in pre-professional biology in 2009. While attending UCF he spent spare time competing in nationwide bass tournaments for the school's fishing team. Upon graduation Dr, Brent moved to the east coast where he immediately began medical school at Palmer College of Chiropractic. While attending the year around program at Palmer, Dr. Brent became very in terested in spons related medicine and nutrition. After completing the four year curriculum Dr, Brent graduated from Palmer in 2012. He decided to move back home in order to join his father's practice located off 466 in The Villages. Together they now deliver a small town fam ily approach to healthcare which has \)e(:ome rare thesc days. Within the next year Dr. Brent plans on volunteering at local athletic events along with coaching youth sports.

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Your heart is a pretty important pioce of equipment, $0 it's in your best interest to take good care of it. February is American

Hean Month, and though most of us know the basics---«t whole grains, focus on whole froits and veggies, exercise regularly- you might be unsure which foods are the beSt for your heart.

ElIting for a healthy heart means filling your plate with fruits and vegetables, paying attention to fiber, eating fish a couple times a week and limiting unhealthy fats like saturated and trans fats, as well as salt. And although no single food is a cun:-all, cenain foods have been shown to improve your heart heallh. Find OUt how these foods may help lower your risk of heart disease.

Salmon Salmon doesn't JUSt taste good; it helps increase your levels ofhigh-densiiy lipoprotein (BOL). oth_ erwise known as "'good cholesterol," which can help lower your risk for heart disease. This fish, packed with omega-3 fally acids and plenly of protein. is highly m;ommendcd by the American Heart Association. Shoot for two servings a week.

Soy $Qypacks an impressive nutritional punch. High in fiber and low in saluraled fats, soy has been proven 10 lower "bad cholesterol"' levels and triglycerides, helping prevent hean disease. Not sure how to incorporate it into your diet? Don't worry, you don't have to swap your steak for a block of tofu. Try pouring soy milk over your morning cereal.

Oatmeal Stan your day with a stcaming bowl of oalS, which arc fun of omega-3 fatty acids. folate. and potassium. This fiber-rich superfood can lower levels of LDL (or bad) cholesterol and help keep aneries clear. Opt for coarse or steel-cut oalS over instant varieties-which contain more fiber-and tOp your bowl off with a banana for another 4 grams of fiber.

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Spinach If it's good enough for Popeye, ifs good enough for you. This superfOOl! is packed with potassium, calcium, fiber, B-complex vitamins-a combo that not only defends your hean, but also helps fights disease aod protC<:tS your eyesight.

Beans Beans, beans, the powerful froit. The more you eaL .. lhe healthier you are. Beans, including garban~o. white, black. red. and navy, are naturally low in fat and contain nO saturated fat , trans fats, or cholesterol. They are high in protein. fiber, iron, folic acid. and potassium. While all beans have benefits, the more colorful beans, such as red and black, may have an added bonus: eight lypeS of f1avonoids. Scientists say these plant chemicals act as antio~idants. which give you prQtC<:tion against hean disease and cenain cancen:. Studies also suggesl eaTing beans may help manage diabetes and reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke.

Nuts Walnuts are full of omega-3 fauy acids and. along wi th almonds and macadamia nuts, are loaded witb mono- and polyunsaturated fat. Plus, nulS increase fiber in the diet and are a great source ofheal1hy fat

Dark chocolate Need an excuse to break off a piece of that tempting chocolale bat1 Researchers have found that eating moderate amounts of dark chocolate has a blood-thinning effect, which can help your heart health and reduce inflammation. But this doesn't mean you should give in to every chocoholic urge. For maximum heallh benefits, just limit yourselfto one ounce a day. and remember to look for labels with 70 percent or more cocoa content.

Olive 011 This hcan-bcal1hy oil is full of "good" monounsalurated fals, helping you lower "bad" LDL cholesterol levels. But remember moderation. because all types of fat are high in calories. At the grocery store. make sure to pick oul extra-virgin or virgin olive oil since Ihey're less processed and contain more polyphenols. amioxidants that can help reduce inflammation.

Green tu Turns out one of the beSt "foods" for your heart is actually a drink. A steaming cup of green tea is chock-full of good-for-you calechins and flavonols. Some studies have shown that people who drink 12 or more ounces of tea a day are half as likely 10 have a hean allack as non-tea drinkers.

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This Valentine's Day, Get a Room ... Not the EMERGENCY Room

H cart Health Awareness and the month for love ,an be a buisy time 10 go to the tulS

pitat CITIergency room. [Mead of wasting your precious family lime, when you have an urgent need go 10 441 Urgent Care instead. They an: the "after hours"- of health can: - !he weekends and evenings when your regular doctor's office is closed and a trip to the eme1'gcncy room isn't ne<.:essary. Perhaps you su ffcn:d a minor CII1 or injtuy from a fall and you don't want to wail all night or all weekend wilhoot medical attention. The most COTJUllOn illness especially during the COLD season is Sinus Pressure, Congcslioo and Post Nasal Drip (PND). The question is: do you wail until your symplOmS could poIcnlially gel worse? No, says William Goellner, M. D .• medical director of 441 Urgent Care Center. Physician Assistan1. Adam $anIQS. add: " [ t is better to prcpan: and prcvcnt than 10 repair and n:pent." It is 441 vee goal to keep palienlli QUI of the Hospital. Early deteclion of Upper Respiratory Infcction (U RI) can prevent an elderly patient from pr0-

gressing from bronchitis to pnewnonia. "For most non-emcrgency medical ailments. 441 UCC is a convenient and cost-effective alternalive 10 cmcrgcncy room care," Adam Sanlos e~plains.

441 Urgenl Can.: Center open its door in June 1,2009 al Summerfield l.o<;alion. The original idea was 10 provide e~cel

lenl care to local retiring communilies mainly Spruce Creek South. Spruce Creek North at Del Webb and Stone Crest. In response to Villages resident, we extended our services to The Villages in March 2011 by opening our Buffalo Ridge Location on CR - 466. With the exponential growth in The Villages and the increase need for more urgent cares, our third location was open in March 201) at Lake Sumlcr Landing. "We are excited about having three locations to meet the urgent care needs of our palient," PA

Sanlos says. "The three locations are open late because we realize nOI everyone can fit healtheare needs imo an 8a,m. To Sp.m ..

Monday through Friday schedule. We want people to know we are there for them so they can receive passionate, quality hcalthcare whenever Ihey need it. They really

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In addition to urgenl care, all three locations otTer travel medicine, shingles vaccine,

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physicals because Iheir genuine care for their patients, they even have a shuttle service offered to resi dents who live within 20 miles of each facility, For a small

nominal fec o f SlO, a 441 van picks up patienls and returns them to their home. The van will also transport paticm frQm and 10 their doctQrs' appoinlmcnts. This service has been g reatly appreci_ ated by Qur communities.

The 441 Urgent Care team prides itself on QtTering affQrdab1c, fast and friend ly services_ They have vast medical expertise and years of experience. By combining their medical experiences Ihcy have more Ihan SO years in the field of caring for loca l cQmmunities. Their diagooses are fast and accurate so Ihal they can get yQU Qn the road to recQvery. FollQW up

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Lake/Sumter Ed it ion - February 2014 Kealth &- Wellness 27 URGENT CARE'S MANY BENEFITS OVER EMERGENCY ROOM 441 Urgent Care Center.; offer a nwnber ofbenefil.'!, according 10 Adam Santos, PA-C, before you head 10 Ihe ER, you need 10 consider severallhings:

• First, urgent care offer better value because patienl.'! receive the same quality of care at a more affordable cost and friendly staff members are there 10 greet them and answer they questions. The majority of insuran<:e companies have lower co-pays for urgent care than they do for the emergency room. [n addition, when you go \0 the ER,

you will pay addilional facililY fees and doctors' fees. Patients who go to 441 Urgent Care receive only one bill, that is it. Simple and easy.

• Second. Emergency rooms priorili~ eVCT)fone who walks in with a triage prneess. This results in someone with a nonlife_threaTening illness spending hours in the waiting room with other sick and contagious patients before they ever see a phy_ sician or mid-level provider. At 441 Urgent Care. the door-to-<loor time is less than one hour.

• Another advantage thaI 441 Urgent Care provides is prompt follow-up care. [fyou go to the ER, you are told to follow up with your primary care physi_ cian, this process may take weeks. Instead at 441 UrgenT Care is open seven days B week, 365 days a year; you can simply walk back in for your follow up appoinunent Or if your condition worsens, pr(>. viding you the adequale follow up you deserve. For example: Patients that comes in with dehydration, Ihey can be broughl back in have IV fluid hydralion Or serial antibiotic shots. No appointment necessary. This is troll' concierge medicine.

A TEAM EFFORT The physicians at 441 UrgenT Care arc board cenified in both emergency medicine and family pracTice. [n addiTion, their Physician Assistants {PAl and Nurse praclitioners (ARNP) arc also board cenified and experienced in multiple specialties including: emergency medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, surgery, oncology, occupaTional medicine and family practice. In alliance with The Villages Regional Hospital and Lake Medical Imaging (LMI) 441 Urgent Care utilized laboratory and imaging services 10 allow the physicians and mid_level providers to Treat higher and acute problems. We plan to complement the emergency depanment hy providing healthcare to patienl.'! who may be tOO acutely ill for a primary Care office, but not critical enough to warrant an emcrgency depanment visit. And the extended hours of operation allows Ihem to provide services after hours, weekends and holidays.

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Our medical director Dr. William E. Goell~ is a graduate of Duke University Medical School and is board ccnified in emergency medicine and tropical medicine. He completed his residency training in gcncnll surgCT)f in Dallas, Texu and Jackson Memorial in Miami, Florida. 441 Urgent care is primarily staffed by board-cenified emergency medicine ph~icians, Dr. William Gnellner and Dr. Mark Sbarro. Together our pbysicians have over 50 years of emergency and urgent care experience. To complement our physicians we also are blessed with experienced physician assistants (PA) and nurse practitioners (ARNP)

SIMPLY THE BEST The after hours team is here to care for your immediate and urgent care needs. "There was a big need for an urgent care center because people were typically going to emergency rooms and discovering that the waiT time is long, tedious, and stressful." PA, Adam Sanlos says. ''1l1ey are greatful We are here and troll' appreciale that we can see Ihem anytime, day or night, wC<,:kend or holiday." "The emergency room is an over-utilized. expensive and slressful place to seck healthcare for those who do nol It.ave a troe emergen<:y:' PA, Adam Santos states. "We believe urgent are is a solution for this complex hcalthcare system and bridges the gap between primary physicians and emergcn<:y roonu." One local physician , Dr. Hammersfahr, a neurologist agrees when he stated that "When I need resull.'! fast for my patients and my family, I send them to 441 Urgent Care." After all, your health is imponanl and you deserve the best care possible, regardless of whether you are facing an unexpected illness or emergency.

When you come to 441 Urgent Care Centers you experience the best of mil medical worl<b: you an: trealed with respect and compassion by our friendly staff members. " It is my personal and professional opinion that patients should consider urgent care before going 10 the emergency room," says PA Santos.

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MOTTO Hard work pays off and bonesty will prevail

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• We will uplain Ihe patient'S condition in layman's term, so that they will fully understand their diagnosis and tn:atment plan

" We will allow ample Time to answer any patitnn questions regarding treatmenl

• We will assure thaT their care is conTinued by Their primary care provider (PCP) or referral source, or a combination of both

• We will assure that evCT)f patienllhat leaves 441 Urgent Can: will know that somCQne hu cared about his or hers health and well-being in a holistic way.

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• fractures, spmln. strains and disiocatiOlls • LarmltIoDS (cuts) abrasloo~ (scrape'l) • Splint"", and rorelgn ixxIy tl'moval • Wound care I repair and abscess drainage • Work related injuries w f autbori~tion

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Bad Breath (Halitosis)

Halitosis, also known as bad breath, can be caused by a variety of things induding, diet, medication, poor oral hygiene, and

diseases or conditions SUl:h as diabetes, GERO, lactose intolerance. gum disease, and more. Treatmem for bad breath depends on the cause.

When a person does not brush or noss their teeth thorougbly. food partides may remain in the mouth. These partides are broken down by the bacteria in the mouth and cause foul odors. In addition, food particles over time can promote the growth of bacteria, which continue to cause foul odors. The bacteria can also lead to tooth decay and gum disease.

Bad breath can also be caused by decreased now of saliva, which is a vital part of the digestive proeess and removeS odor-causing particles in the mouth. Also called, Jterostomia, dry mouth may be caused by meditations, breathing through the mouth, or salivary gland problems.

Certain medical disorders milY QUS. bad breath. for eumple:

• Gum or periodontal infection

• Throat infection (pharyngitis or tonsillitis)

• Local infection in the respiratory tract

• Chronic sinusitis andlor post-nasal drip

• Chronic bnmchitis

• Diabetes

• Gastroesophageal reOUJt disease (GERO)

• liver or kidney disease

• Sjogren'li syndrome ("uses Jtcrostomia)

• lactose intolerance

Dentures or dental appliances, such as braces, can also comribute to bad breath. Most often it is due to food panicles that are not properly deansed from the appliances. Loose-fining dentures can contribute to sores and localized infections in the mouth, which can cause bad breath.

Overnigbt, bacteria accumulate in the mouth. causing bad breath that is commonly referred to as 'morning breath.' Some people breathe througb their mouth at nigbt. which can cause dry mouth and Wontn morning breath.

Some COmmOn signS of bad breath include: smell, bad taste or taste changes. dry mouth. and a coating on the tongue.

When 10 Seek Medical eare An individual should consult thcir physician if they have: pcrsistem dry mouth. sores in the mouth, pain with chewing or swallowing, white spots on the tonsils., fever, just staned a new mc<lication, or any other symptoms that are of concern.

A dentist will euminc Ille patlen!"s mouth . X-rays may be taken, and periodontal chaning may be done to determine if the odor is due to gum disease.

[fthe odor is due to gum disease. the dentist may preseribe periodontal treatment. Scaling and root planing is a careful cleaning of the root surfaces to remOve plaque and calculus (tanar) from deep periodontal pockets and to smooth the tooth root to remove bacterial toxin,. Scaling and root planing is often followed by adjunctive therapy such as local delivery antimicrobials. The majority of patients will require ongoing maintenance therapy to sustain health.

in patients who sufTcr rrom dry mouth, a dentist may prescribe aniticial saliva. Keep your mouth moist by: drinking water. chewing sugarless gum. and sugarless mints.

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~iS in the air and ~upid is nying around shooting his arrow in10 your big beautiful red heart to spread love. But wait, February is n'1l only Valentine's Day bUI also American Heart Month.

Many Americans don't know Ihal heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United Stalel;. One in every 3 deaths an: either caused by stroke or heart disease. This Can equal to 2,200 deaths per day. Everyone needs 10 be aware of the signs and symploms of heart disease and stroke. The IIlQSI common hean disease is CAD (Coronary Ane!)' Disease). This is when the blood supply to the heart muscle is cUI off and cells in your heart do nOI m:civc enough oxygen which causes cells to die.ln tum this will cause a hean attao;k.

The five symptoms of a htart attack are shortness of breath. pain or discom· fort in your jaw, nc:ck or back, light headed, faint or feeling weak. chest pain or discomfort, tightness, pain in your ann and shoulden. People !hat have high blood pressure. high cholesterol smoke, increased age. unhealthy die!, lack of physical activity, smoking, obesity. stress. previous heart anack or family history of heart conditions have 8 higher chance of having a heart condition or heart anack.

Many people think that hean disease is a man's disease but statistically the ~entage of women heing affccted by heart disease is equal \0 men .Women are more likely to describe chest pain Ihat is sharp, burning and have frequent pain in the jaw. abdomen, neck and bac k.

Everyone whether you're a male or a female should be aware of the signs ofa hean condition and take sonte preventive measures to reduce your chance of geHing a heart disease.

Know your blood pressure. If your doctor prescribes medication to control your pressure take it as prescribed, do nOI SlOp or skip a dose becausc you think you feel bener.

• Choose a hellthy diet low in fal, rich in whole grains, fruits and vegetables and lean protein (limiled red meal)

• lfyou smoke, QUITl Need I say an ymore?

• Umlt Ilcohol. (Studies show glass ofred wine is good for the hean)

• Shed those extra po!.Inds.

• Take control of your strflS.

• Exerds.e. Lighl cardio goes a long way. 20 minute walk 3-4 limes a week does wonders.

• Baby aspirin daily (speak 10 your doclor first)

I f you have concerns thaI you have been experiencing these symptoms, speak to your doctor .If you have a h.can condition continue what is recommended by your doctor.

Remember prevenlion is 1101 a cure but il can get you on the right tnck to a healthy heart.

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Valentine's Day Bible Verses: 20 Great Quotes

V alentine's Day is all about love. I remember it was some!hing that we celebrated as ywng children. We would get ' .... alentines·· (lillie love note canis) and sign ournamc to the back and then dimibutc!hem to all ofour

classmates. h was at times special and awkward to receive a valentine from a secret admirer. As an adull, I nO longer really observe !he day, but many Christians and non-Christians do. Since it is about love. it is very easy to find Bible verses that relate.

Wh,lIt do you know aboutVllentine', Day7 Even tnday it is all about love nOles, heans. candy and even red roses. But did you know that originally it was about celebrating bird's mating season? h 's true, mid-February is when the bird mating season happens in European countries and so they decided lovers should celebrale love along wilh the birds! I found a linl" history of Valentine's Day over at Christianity Today at hup:/Iwww.christianitytoday.oom/cll topics/v Iv a Icntines-dayf.

Take a look at these Bible Quotes that you can meditate upon as Valentine's Day approaches.

God's Love Is Steadfast, Unselfish" Enduring 1 C hronlcl .. 1:8 AM SoIOM"" said I<> God. "y"" Iwve l/w"'" greal aM steadfasl "'ve 10 David my fa ll,,, .. and M"" made me ~ng in Itis place.

P •• lm. 52:8 But 'am lih a gmm 0/0".., 1m i~ lite h0t4e O/God. IITWI in lite slead/asll",,,,

ofGodfo.-evn and "'"'"

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Mi.ah 7: 18 W1w is a God like}'Ql'. panJ""i~g i~iq"iry and passing overlfWllgf'USiOllfor Ihe 1T",,,,,nl 0/11;., inMrilan~? lie dau IWI ""ain lIiJ ang .... ~r. b«:Dus~ He ""'iglt .. in sleod/asl "" "e.

... S(I fht)· decidU lo,,,,n sIIollld celd,,"e 1(lV#! alo1l11 wi,h lire birdsl

Jobn 3:16-17 For God 10 lovN 1M """Id. Ihal I/e gave /lis 0~1J' Son. l/wl .. *-wr ~lit."U in iii", sltould "," ~rish bul ha.., eMmallifo. For God did "'" .end 1114. Son in/o lite ..."./d 10 ~o"""mn 11t~ wo, ld. bul i~ orde, IIwl 1M ...".id mighl ~ sa,wi through Him.

1 John 4: 16 So "'" ""'" """'" /O.brow aM 10 iNl/i_ 1M "'ve IMI God Iuu for us. God is /0''', <UId whoever abides in /0.., abideI in God. and God abides i1l him.

I John 4:19 We /0.., beco,..e lie jim lo'wi ,...

Roman. 5:7-8 For OIfe .. -ill s~a"",'y die /0' a riglt/eo", /H',.f(}n-Iltouglr /H'rhapJ fo r a good ~rson one _Id darr: eVim 10 die-bltl God sltows lIis love /0' ,.. i~ Ihol ... /tile K"e .. "err: SliII si~nen. CIt, iJl died/or .....

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