Q&A

from Healthy Living June 2014

DON’T LET JOINT PAIN KEEP YOU FROM THE LIFE YOU DESERVE

By providing quality, comprehensive care that is tailored to the unique needs and desires of each patient, our accomplished board-certiﬁed physicians, physician assistants, and doctors of audiology can effectively diagnose and treat individuals who come to our ofﬁces looking for answers and solutions.

Should I have Botox or ﬁllers?

Q: Are there any new treatments for nasal polyps?

Dr. Michael A. Freedman g

Nasal polyps occur as a result of either allergy or chronic sinus infection. Surgery is designed to clean out the polyps. A new development is the placement of a drug delivering stent into the sinuses which provides topical anti-inﬂammatory medication to the sinuses. In the near future we will be able to place those stents in the ofﬁce, allowing the polyps to shrink down without surgery.

A:Learn more about sinus conditions and the Balloon Sinuplasty procedure at our dedicated website www.LakeSinusRelief.com

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- SCREENING COLONOSCOPY

- HEARTBURN/ACID REFLUX

- DIARRHEA/CONSTIPATION

- IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME

- LIVER DISEASE

- RECTAL BLEEDING

- HEMORRHOIDS

- PEPTIC ULCER DISEASE

- LIVER CIRRHOSIS

- HEPATITIS

- PANCREATITIS

Senior Advocacy Symposium

Several speakers will talk about wellness and preventive health for seniors and their adult children. Free for the ﬁrst 75 reservations but registration is required. From 9:30a.m. to 3:30p.m. at Gator Harley Davidson.

Information: 352.356.8127

Cool Summer Mornings 5K

This race kicks off the four-race series. The 5K starts on the residential streets of Clermont, followed by an outand-back segment on the South Lake Trail. Cost: $30 race week, $35 race day (race day is cash or check only). Start time: 7:15a.m. at Waterfront Park in Clermont.

Information: sommersports.com/Events/ CoolSummerMornings5K/CoolSummer5KJune.aspx

Bird & Butterfly Survey

Experienced bird-watching volunteers are invited to help conduct bird surveys at this restoration habitat. Birders must be able to identify most common birds by sight or sound and have their own binoculars and ﬁeld guides. This activity will include hiking approximately two miles on trails. From 7:30 to 11a.m. at Ellis Acres Reserve, 25302 County Road 42, Paisley.

Information: 352.253.4950

Diabetes Education Classes

Florida Hospital Waterman is partnering with the Florida Hospital Diabetes Institute to provide patients with the tools and information they need to manage their diabetes daily and make positive lifestyle changes. Physician referral is required. Medicare and most insurance policies cover the classes. From 7:30a.m. to 4p.m. in the Conry CREATION Health Center at Florida Hospital Waterman. Information: ﬂoridahospital.com

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Barn Yard Sale

Howey Horse Haven Rescue will host a huge barn/yard beneﬁt. Proceeds to aid and support the horses at the rescue. Book a table to sell items, tour the barn, meet the horses, or just shop. From 8a.m. to 4p.m. at Howey Horse Haven Rescue, 22102 O’Brien Road, Howey-in-the-Hills. Information: 352.223.8761

Ask the Experts: Prostate Cancer

An estimated 1 in 6 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point in their lives. Join Dr. Jorge Freire as he takes questions and covers risk factors, the importance of screening and early detection, treatment options, and beating prostate cancer. From 3 to 4p.m. at Comfort Suites Inn, 1202 Avenida Central, in The Villages. Information: 352.751.8000

Summer Death March

Be prepared to run on one of the longest and hottest days of the year. Last year, the temperature was a humid 95 degrees. The run starts at 1:30p.m. on Clay Road in Clermont. Participants must be in great shape mentally and physically. Roving support will supply frozen bottles of water, iced towels, and plenty of water. Post-race festivities will be at the Tiki Bar in Minneola. Cost: $20.

Information: runningintheusa.com/Race/View.

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Learn to Row

The Lake County Rowing Association invites the public to try rowing. Adults and students 14 and older are encouraged to participate. Cost: $85. From 10a.m. to noon at the picnic pavilion near Highland Hut on Third Street in Clermont.

Information: Wendy Burkett at 303.656.8816

Harvest Festival

Over 80 local artists and crafters will be displaying their works at Lakeridge Winery in Clermont. Enjoy live music throughout the entire weekend. Lakeridge wine, beer, soft drinks, and a variety of food will be available for purchase, along with complimentary winery tours and tastings. Cost: $2 donation to beneﬁt Cornerstone Hospice. From 10a.m. to 5p.m., all three days.

Information: lakeridgewinery.com

Discovering Night Geocaching

This free event is to learn and participate in night geocaching. Not a geocacher yet? Learn what it’s all about, which GPS to consider, and how it all works. Register online for free. From 6 to 10p.m. at Discovery Gardens, 1951 Woodlea Road, Tavares.

Information: Anne Keller at 352.267.5592

We here at Lake OMS practice a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery that includes expertise in the areas of corrective jaw surgery, wisdom teeth removal, diagnosis and treatment of facial injuries, as well as bone-grafting procedures

Drs. Azizi and Figueroa employ the most recent advances in dental implant technology by utilizing CT-guided system for minimally-invasive implant surgery. With this technology, we can evaluate the bone ahead of time and place implants precisely in an ideal functional and esthetic position. We are committed to provide the highest quality treatment so our patients can smile and function with conﬁdence.

Quite The Troopers

Boy Scouts of America for Lake County hosted its annual Golden Eagle Dinner, awarding Rosanne Brandeburg and Gene Williams with the Golden Eagle Honoree Award. Both recipients represent the values of scouting and are avid participants in the community. The dinner brought together Lake County’s top leaders and several large sponsors, including Duke Energy and Lake County Sheriff’s Ofﬁce. The event raised $81,755 for the Boy Scouts of America of Lake County.

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“As a nurse practitioner, I help patients manage their hypertension by teaching them how they can be their healthiest. I encourage my patients to be involved in creating their treatment plan. I try to teach each patient that healthy life style changes can help reduce their cardiac risk and try to reduce their medication

I’ve been with Heart of The Villages since January and I absolutely love the doctors, the patients, and the staff. Overall, I believe we as a practice are focused on offering compassionate, patient-centered care that makes a difference, and that makes me proud to be a part of this organization.”

I am the Heart of the Villages

A Doggone Good Canine

Idol, a German shepherd, has served as a seizure-alert dog for a military veteran, as well as a therapy dog for veteran Hospice patients. He recently received a special pin from a veteran Cornerstone Hospice staff member during a Cornerstone SALUTES! ceremony.

The Natural Nail Spa

For a relaxing and enjoyable spa experience, try the Natural Nail Spa, a podiatrist-owned and certiﬁed modern nail lounge that maintains a pampering, relaxing atmosphere and the utmost sterilization and safety techniques. Even the nail polish bottle goes home with the client — just another step to heighten the “safe pedicure experience.”

Jospeh M. Armotrading II, MD, FACS

After completion of surgical training, Dr. Armotrading began his private practice in Palatka, FL in 2004. He yearned to be closer to family and in August of 2009, Dr. Armotrading relocated to Ocoee and joined Mid-Florida Surgical Associated. He is honored to serve the West Orange and South Lake county communities.

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Dr. Armotrading specializes in general surgery with interest in breast disease with emphasis on minimally invasive biopsy procedures such as ultrasound guided and stereotactic breast biopsies. He also has a passion for oncological breast procedures such as sentinel node biopsy or axillary dissections. He continues to stay up to date on emerging techniques.

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Dr. Armotrading proudly served as a major in the US armed forces and received many military honors while enlisted. He is board certified by the American Board of surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a member of the Florida Medical Association and the Lake Sumter Medical Association. He is also a member of The American Society of Breast Surgeons.

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Dr. Armotrading also enjoys exercising, music and spending time with family and friends.

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A Slam Dunk Event

Hoops Pat Burke Training Facility in Mount Dora hosted a golf tournament at Red Tail Golf Club in Sorrento. A native of Ireland, Burke played college basketball at Auburn University and won six championships as a professional player in Europe. He played brieﬂy in the NBA with the Phoenix Suns and Orlando Magic. His wife, Peyton, is a graduate of Mount Dora High School.