A better way to better hearing
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ARLINGTON TODAY • July 2018 • arlingtontoday.com
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hearing evaluation may be necessary for many reasons: ringing in the ears, identifying or ruling out hearing loss, or learning what new technology is available. During an initial hearing evaluation, Dr. Lisa B. Fell and Dr. Kristin Robbins at Audiology Experts will identify each patient’s individual situation and tailor the appointment – and subsequent appointments – to address those needs. Insurance verification is completed prior to the appointment to facilitate the process and alleviate the anxiety associated with the financial aspect of the process. And, in a practice that helps sets Audiology Experts apart, spouses, adult children and/or significant others are encouraged to attend the appointment because hearing loss has an impact on daily communication among family members. When the test is complete, the audiologist explains the findings and makes appropriate recommendations. Dr. Fell and Dr. Robbins include each patient’s regular physician by forwarding the results of the evaluation, as well as any recommendation they have to enhance the hearing health of the patient. “After leaving the office, you are equipped with a better understanding of your hearing circumstances, and you have a plan for protecting and managing your situation as needed,” says Dr. Fell. “Audilogy Experts was founded on the belief that every person impacted by hearing loss should be educated and informed on how to manage it so that life can be lived to the fullest.” For more: audiogyexperts.com.
Addressing chest pain wellness for everyone
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ctive Family Wellness Center features a team of professionals, led by Dr. Kenyon Godwin, who are dedicated to improving the health and wellness of patients from the Arlington area. The practice is built on the concept of treating the whole individual, versus just addressing specific medical issues as they arise. By taking this preventative wellness approach, Dr. Godwin is able to help patients reach their optimal level of health, move beyond illness and injury, and prevent future maladies. To that end, Active Family Wellness Center is equipped with a fitness area. “We understand that in addition to routine chiropractic care, massage, proper nutrition and fitness are essential to a healthy lifestyle,” Dr. Godwin says. “There are numerous documented benefits of exercise, and structured exercise complements our other services. Our skilled, knowledgeable personal trainers take into consideration the patient’s age, condition, physical limitation, assessment data, as well as their technical and motivational levels, to create customized workouts to help them achieve their exercise goals.” For more: txwellnessdoc.com.
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he American College of Cardiology has recognized Medical City Arlington for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. Medical City Arlington was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation based on a rigorous onsite evaluation. “As the first accredited Chest Pain Center in Arlington, now with Resuscitation Accreditation, Medical City Arlington has demonstrated its commitment to the highest level of heart care for patients in Arlington and the surrounding communities of Grand Prairie, Mansfield, Fort Worth and others,” says Keith Zimmerman, CEO of Medical City Arlington. “Our emergency medical partners and patients with chest pain can be confident in the most highly skilled clinical providers in this region.” According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 730,000 Americans suffer a heart attack each year. The most common symptom of a heart attack for both men and women is chest pain or discomfort. However, women are more likely to have atypical symptoms. Other heart attack symptoms include, but are not limited to, tingling or discomfort in one or both arms, back, shoulder, neck or jaw, shortness of breath, cold sweat, unusual tiredness, heartburn-like feeling, nausea or vomiting, sudden dizziness and fainting. Hospitals that have earned ACC Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI (percutaneous coronary intervention) and Resuscitation Accreditation have proven exceptional competency in treating patients with heart attack symptoms and have primary PCI available 24/7 every day of the year. For more: medicalcityarlington.com. arlingtontoday.com • July 2018 • ARLINGTON TODAY
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