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RHYTHM AND RAIN TRIO

Rhythmand Rain Trio

Known as the Rhythm & Rain Trio, their passionate acoustic performance has a coastal feel they’ve described as islandflavored rock with some Mississippi Delta heritage and a splash of comedy.

VANELIS RIVERA KELLY MOORE CLARK

It was a sunny sixty-five degrees walking up the slope to Marina Cantina in Gulfport, Mississippi. I passed an abnormal amount of Corvettes on the way to the wood-plank walkway leading to the restaurant and waterfront patio. Strangely, it fit the scene—a line of docked bay boats, patrons in shorts and lightly colored, short-sleeve tops, and Bayou Bernard in the background. Clearly, it was a celebration of summer edging its delightfully sunny visage, made even more carefree by the sounds winding away from a small stage parallel to the boardwalk. Under the makeshift top-half of a sport fisherman yacht canopying the stage, three musicians wearing lime green, outdoor button-up shirts jammed some tasty, fun-loving covers. Known as the Rhythm & Rain Trio, their passionate acoustic performance has a coastal feel they’ve described as island-flavored rock with some Mississippi Delta heritage and a splash of comedy.

“I was at NLU [Northeast Louisiana University] 87 to 90 I believe,” said Rain Jaudon, vocalist and acoustic guitarist of the trio. Then, a marketing major and member of Kappa Alpha Order, he holds fond memories of the area, especially eating Johnny’s Pizza “every week,” going to the “cheap” movie theatre, and ending up at The Library Lounge drinking twenty-five cent draft beer and “singing along to the jukebox while sitting on those old picnic tables.” He remembers that he marched as a French horn player in the Sound of Today under then Director of Bands, Jack White. Exhausted by the rigorous practice schedule that marching and concert bands demanded, Jaudon had to come to terms with easing away from the horn. “Playing horn wasn’t going to be my future, but I was starting to get very interested in guitar.” At the time, he had been playing in a rock band from his hometown of Indianola, Mississippi. And, as the power ballads became popular on MTV, Jaudon became “the guy in the band with an acoustic guitar.” Surprisingly, the only guitar lessons he ever took were one semester’s worth of guitar theory at then NLU. “I taught from that textbook for several

years after graduation,” he revealed. Jaudon would end up transferring to Delta State University in Cleveland, Mississippi, though he still makes it a point to schedule a Johnny’s Pizza pit-stop when he travels through north Louisiana.

Jaudon moved to the Mississipi Gulf Coast around the mid-1990s. While still in his hometown, his connection with the music scene dwindled. “The gigs seemed to be the same songs, same venues, and same people; I decided it was time to find a new market to work in.” He was ready to prove to himself that it was the talent and experience that clients were hiring him for and not just because they knew his parents. The move was a total departure from his comfort zone. He looked for other artists on the coast playing like him and found about three solo artists performing to backing tracks. After an impromptu gig in which he ended up on stage with the house band, his introduction to the coastal music scene was underway. Eventually, he found himself solo once more, so a good friend suggested he give a local drummer a call. That led to the formation of Rhythm & Rain, which soon became a trio consisting of Dwight Breland from Belle Chasse, Louisiana on electric guitar and Rob Smith based in New Orleans on drums. “All of us had day jobs so gigging around the coast at bars, festivals, private events, and such was all in fun,” informed Jaudon.

Rhythm & Rain took home Best Local Musician/ Band and Best Entertainment-Nightlife honors in the 2019 Sun Herald People’s Choice Awards in Biloxi, MS, after taking home third place in the Best Local Musician Band category in 2018. And, they are a three-time winner of Favorite Coast Style Band in the Coast Nightlife Observer. Additionally, they’ve shared the stage with artists such as the late Eddie Rabbitt, Dash Rip Rock, Edwin McCain, Todd Snider, Drivin’ & Cryin’, and Cowboy Mouth. “We are pretty simple musicians,” said Jaudon, adding, “We seem to draw a following of folks who like great music.” They choose covers with memories attached and stories involved. Taking lead vocals most of the time, he enjoys being the one to tell such stories and sharing that experience with an audience. He has been known to tell jokes, occasionally picking on the audience members and making them laugh: “Our tunes reflect that.” The trio has been known to do a James Taylor version of Sir Mix-a-Lot’s “Baby Got Back,” an “island version” of Katy Perry’s “I Kissed a Girl,” Little Big Town’s “Girl Crush” with an octave pedal on Jaudon’s voice making him sound like he is on helium, classic country song lyrics done to classic rock songs, metal song lyrics sung to Jimmy Buffet songs, and so forth. “We do a mash-up of classic old school rap and R&B songs that sometimes last twenty minutes and it’s all performed to the same four chords,” said Jaudon.

“It all started with former drummer, Erick Porche.” He was turning forty, so on the way to the gig, Jaudon stopped at the dollar store to get him a birthday card and thought it would be “a hoot” to give him a stuffed monkey. They hung it on his mic stand that night, and the following week Jaudon bought two more so all the band members could have one. One time, a fan offered them twenty dollars for one of the monkeys, so they took that money and bought a few more. “They RHYTHM & RAIN TRIO just kept multiplying,” he said. Fans would “We may not be polished and bring them more, friends would drop perfected, but those bands aren’t them off, and before they knew it they had really that much fun to watch their very own stage menagerie of a dozen each week. We keep it fresh not or more furry, stuffed primates of every only for the staff or the audience shape and size, hailing from places like but also for us.” Clearly, Rhythm New Orleans, Hattiesburg, Texas, Miami, & Rain Trio is all about having and even Chicago. “Then monkeys with fun. Think Bourbon Street fun meets the beach. city names on their shirts started showing up.” Noting that many of these monkeys were not always dressed, a dear friend of Jaudon’s from San Antonio had custom tropical shirts ordered for all the bare-skinned monkeys. Some of these furry friends have been given names, and at this point, each of them has a

“We are HACKS,” Jaudon laughed, admitting that they particular place where they get hung or placed on the stage. “We seldom hold any rehearsals. Most of the tunes they currently don’t do any songs about monkeys and only a few by the band play started out as a dare or a request from an audience member. The Monkees. So it’s odd that they have become such a part of The moment the band receives a request, or what they like to our stage look,” said Jaudon. Regardless of what the monkeys think of as a challenge, Jaudon finds a verse or chorus, picks a represent at this point, they have become a fan favorite. A few key, and goes for the kill. “Sometimes it crashes, but most times months ago, when they outgrew the duffle bag and suitcase that it is magic.” transported the monkeys, a fan-made them a “barrel of monkeys

As a band, they’ve perfected the art of being a sideman. bag.” They take cues from each other’s body language regarding Jaudon jokes that they have “another two good years,” and where a song is going. “We don’t hog the spotlight. Everyone while an adage warns that “time flies when you’re having fun,” sings. Everyone harmonizes. Everyone plays multiple the trio’s calm and breezy approach to their music may just be instruments. We have learned how to become the ultimate ‘fake the thing that keeps them jamming for longer than they expect. book’ type of player.” Improvisation is key to their performance “We don’t try to sound just like the record,” said Jaudon. “We whether it is musically or their banter: “We are definitely a may not be polished and perfected, but those bands aren’t really dysfunctional family of brothers! We prop each other up and, that much fun to watch each week. We keep it fresh not only for like brothers, we knock each other down... usually pointing and the staff or the audience but also for us.” Clearly, Rhythm & Rain laughing the entire time. It’s Smothers Brothers meets The Three Trio is all about having fun. Think Bourbon Street fun meets the Stooges with the abilities of Simon & Garfunkel, James Taylor, beach. In fact, their mantra is “And we drink!” and Bad Company.”

With that said, it was a blow when the pandemic hit, as they Follow Rhythm & Rain Trio on Facebook and learn more about their went an entire year away from what they love to do. “We’d do music on their website https://rhythmandrain.com. it for free if it meant we’d be allowed to do it,” laughed Jaudon, adding, “till the bills came due.” On a more serious note, he admitted that not playing gigs had been tough emotionally, mentally, and financially for all three of them. But, normalcy has begun to trickle in. I met the band on a Sunday; it was their second performance that weekend. Their loud shirts commanded the audience’s attention, along with an Americana cover of Elton John’s “Rocket Man.” But, perhaps more interesting than the cargo short clad, sandal-wearing, ponytail styling Jaudon is the other monkeys on stage.

Nail Fungus: A Never-Ending Story?

The First FDA Cleared Laser for Nail Fungus

BY JUDY WAGONER

WITH SANDAL SEASON JUST around the corner, no need to suffer the pain and embarrassment of unsightly nail fungus. PinPointe™ FootLaser® is the easy and convenient procedure that helps turn your discolored and disfigured nails into clearer, healthier looking nails.

Nail fungus is a chronic condition that impacts your quality of life and can even lead to serious health problems for patients with diabetes or immune disorders. It can be caused by poor health, nail trauma, a warm, moist climate, exposure to infected nails, increasing age, and tight shoes. It’s difficult to treat because the infection is under and inside the nail, which makes it hard for products to penetrate and destroy the infection. Prescription drugs and ointments were once the most common treatments for nail fungus, but today the PinPointe Foot Laser, the first machine to receive FDA clearance, is considered by many doctors to be the gold standard of nail fungus treatment. The laser penetrates through the nail without damaging the nail or the tissue around it.

In North America, fungal infection is responsible for 50% of all nail disease. An estimated 3 to 4 million people are diagnosed every year, not to mention those who aren’t diagnosed. Nail fungus is the most common cause of yellow, thick and deformed nails. The nails can become rough and brittle, and often tend to separate from the nail bed. This highly contagious fungus is usually the same fungus that causes athletes foot. It tends to be a progressive infection that damages the nail. It usually starts at the tip of the nail and progresses gradually to the nail bed. It can affect a single toenail or several nails on one foot or both feet. The fungus thrives in moist, dark environments; therefore, it’s more likely to affect toenails rather than fingernails since shoes can cause sweaty feet.

Safe and effective, this in-office treatment is pain free, has no harmful side effects, and typically takes only 30-minutes to an hour to complete. There is also no downtime. One or two treatments kill the fungus for most people. However, there is a chance of reinfection because the fungus is present everywhere in the environment. We will recommend care techniques to help reduce a recurrence.

Professional Laser Center has treated and cured thousands of patients over the last decade. We offer the easiest, most efficient solution to get clear, fungus-free nails. For example, prescription medications need to be taken or applied for over one year and cure less than 10% of patients. Compare that to a one hour treatment with the PinPointe Laser, with a success rate of about 85%, and you can see it’s the easiest, most efficient solution to nail fungus.

Unfortunately, the procedure is considered aesthetic and, therefore, not covered by health insurance. However, your HSA, Medical IRA, or Health Spending Account may cover the treatment. Cost of the procedure is determined by the number of nails being treated.

For more information about the PinPointe Foot Laser, or to schedule an appointment, call 318-3619066 or visit our website www.professionallaser. com.

Does Fertility Tourism Work?

We Build Families

BY J. PRESTON PARRY, MD, MPH

THOUGH MANY COUPLES TALK about relaxing through a vacation and then conceiving, what are things to think about when relaxation on a vacation leads to procreation? 1. Though alcohol has contributed to many children being in this world, beyond creating opportunity, more than one drink a day lowers fertility (and seven drinks on Saturday averaged over the week doesn’t count as one a day). Also, remember that alcohol during pregnancy can lead to birth defects. 2. Sun and fun in the Caribbean sounds like a wonderful time, particularly as one reflects on ice storms earlier in 2021. However, even though Zika seems to be a lower risk than it was several years ago, still think about mosquito-associated risks and protection if trying to conceive during or shortly after your trip. The CDC’s Zika map addresses relative safety for vacation destinations.

3. Many women think that taking a vacation will help them to relax, where stress was their primary obstacle to conception. If stress were a driving force in subfertility, then the human race would have likely died out long ago. Being relaxed won’t open damaged Fallopian tubes, cause fibroids to resolve, or correct testicular or ovarian failure. There are two primary ways stress negatively affects subfertility. The first is if you are so stressed you don’t have a period, it is hard to conceive if you aren’t ovulating. Second, if you are stressed, fight with your partner and stop having relations, that lowers chances. (Conversely, some have a way of making up where that would improve the odds.) Given how rare stress is as the primary force in subfertility if you feel stress is the main factor, you likely need testing to make sure another cause isn’t present. 4. Fertility tourism can help make for affordable care, though there also are many ways to provide economically efficient care close to home. The number one challenge for fertility tourism is that though there are some capable clinics overseas, it is hard to tell the good ones from the not-so-favorable. Some international fertility clinics seem reasonable but are actually better at marketing than medicine. A lack of transparency (such as required by the CDC or ASRM’s SART), can lead to their claiming that they are more effective than they are. Talk with your physician about what balance is best for you in these circumstances. Moreover, if there are problems, getting back to the clinic or addressing legal challenges can be difficult internationally.

In short, that extra sun may not result in a daughter. Protect yourself through wellness, know why things are taking longer than they should, and be cautious in investing lots of money in a location that may not have as much transparency or ways to fix problems should they arise. However, hopefully you’ll be pregnant even prior to the vacation and then have a lot to celebrate on your trip.

Bon voyage!

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Hop into Spring with Glowing Skin

The Medical Spa Celebrates National Vitamin C Day

THE MEDICAL SPA WILL BE CELEBRATING NATIONAL VITAMIN C Day on April 4th this year. Why is Vitamin C so important when it comes to your skin? Vitamin C is a collagen-building antioxidant, bringing protection from pollution and UV rays, brightening skin tone, and lessening the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and discoloration. This essential nutrient is required for the growth and repair of tissues in all parts of the body, including the skin. Vitamin C is not produced or stored by the body making it essential to incorporate not only in your diet, but also your skincare routine.

We currently have two skincare lines offered at The Medical Spa, OBAGI and Skinceuticals. Both lines offer a variety of products containing L-Ascorbic Acid, which is the purest, most potent and easily absorbed vitamin C.

Skinceuticals Spotlight: CE Ferulic provides advanced environmental protection by neutralizing damaging free radicals by combining ferulic acid with vitamins C and E. Once absorbed, this vitamin C serum remains effective for a minimum of 72 hrs. The product is suitable for normal, dry, and sensitive skin types. CE Ferulic provides anti-aging benefits, such as improvement of the appearance of lines and wrinkles, loss of firmness, and brightens skin’s complexion.

OBAGI Spotlight: Professional-C Microdermabrasion Polish + Mask is a skin polishing mask that exfoliates and primes the skin for the infusion of 30% L-Ascorbic Acid. The mask contains ultra-fine crystals that effectively help to remove built-up surface debris and shed the most superficial layers of the epidermis. The Professional-C Microdermabrasion Polish + Mask transforms skin from dull to smooth radiant-looking, and immediately reveals luminous skin.

During the month of April, we are offering 20% off all Vitamin C Serums and 20% off our OxyGeneo Illuminate facial with the purchase of a Vitamin C Serum.

Procedure Spotlight: Radiofrequency Microneedling

The Medical Spa is excited to provide our clients with VoluDerm Radiofrequency Microneedling. This treatment works to stimulate and revitalize the upper layers of the skin while regenerating collagen and elastin fibers from the deeper dermis without the need for a numbing agent or significant downtime. VoluDerm encourages the generation of new and healthy skin by applying radiofrequency assisted ultra-thin microneedles, creating localized micro-wounds at variable depth, that trigger the production of new collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid.

Microneedling can benefit almost any patient who would like to improve wrinkles, fine lines, blemishes, sun damage, or loose aging skin. This treatment is also a great option for common skin concerns including melasma, acne scarring, and enlarged pores. To get the best results, a course of 3-5 treatments is recommended. A series of treatments will ensure enhanced results that stay with you longer.

For more information about procedures or which Vitamin C product is appropriate for your skin type, please call 966-3772 or visit stfran.com/themedicalspa.

Listen to Your Ears, They Might Be Telling You Something

Like Most of Your Body, There Are Systems in Place to Tell You Something is Awry

BETTER HEARING IS THE GATEWAY to a complete, healthy lifestyle. With hearing loss, hearing is not the only thing at stake. From the brain to the blood, a loss in hearing is directly connected to virtually all elements of your whole health.

The good news? The very complications that hearing loss can cause are all bound around systems in our body that can provide warning signs that something is wrong. And with appropriate action, you can not only stop hearing loss in its tracks, but you’ll better your overall health in the process.

HEARING AND YOUR BODY AT-A-GLANCE

• Cardiovascular Disease (CVD): Hearing loss is 54% more likely in people with heart disease.1 • Alzheimer’s & Dementia: Dementia risk may be up to five times higher with hearing loss.2 • Diabetes: Hearing loss is twice as likely for those with diabetes. 3 • Falling: Hearing loss is tied to a three-fold risk of falling.4 • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Moderate

CKD is associated with a 43% increased risk of hearing loss.5 • Depression: Hearing loss causes isolation and withdrawal, leading to depression and anxiety.6

Zooming in on Alzheimer’s and dementia, cognitive issues are on the rise in the hearing community, and again, this is something that not only affects the elderly. A hearing loss at any age can lead to cognitive decline, if not treated appropriately.

Here’s how it works—in the hearing process, our brains use our peripheral and central nervous systems to make sense of competing sounds in our environment, assigning meaning to what might otherwise be considered background noise. When you suffer from hearing loss, your brain has difficulty doing this, leading to confusion and frustration and, eventually, a decline in your cognitive abilities.

Fortunately, modern advancements in hearing device technology are equally effective in slowing down cognitive decline as they are in helping people with hearing loss.

Combined with equally novel advancements in on-site cognitive testing via devices that audiologists can administer in just five minutes, patients are more equipped than ever before in staying on top of both their hearing health and their brain health.

If you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms of hearing loss or cognitive decline, call Advanced Audiology & Hearing Aids today at 318.251.1572 to request an appointment with one of our hearing health care professionals. 1. Harvard Health Publishing. (2018, December). Finding hidden risk for heart disease. Retrieved from https://www.health. harvard.edu/mens-health/finding-hidden-risk-for-heart-disease 2. Lin, F.R. et al. (2011). Hearing loss and incident dementia. Arch Neurol 68(2): 214-220. 3. National Institutes of Health. (2008, June 16). Hearing Loss Is Common in People with Diabetes. Retrieved from https://www. nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/hearing-loss-common-peoplediabetes 4. Lin, F., et al. (2012). Hearing loss and falls among older adults in the United States. Archives of Internal Medicine, 172(4): 369-371 5. Charnow, J. (2019, January 15). Hearing Loss Linked to Kidney Disease. Retrieved December 08, 2020, from https://www. renalandurologynews.com/home/news/nephrology/chronickidney-disease-ckd/hearing-loss-linked-to-kidney-disease/ 6. Coleman, M. (2012). Sleep apnea linked to sudden hearing loss. The Hearing Journal, 65(4): 36.

So Many New Spring Debuts

Haven, Monroe’s Premier Resource for All Your Gift Giving

SO MANY GREAT THINGS ARE ARRIVING AT HAVEN every day! This includes new products and restocks of customer favorites! Haven is such a great resource for all your gift giving, whether you need a fantastic birthday gift or just a small happy to let someone know you are thinking about them. They have a variety of price ranges making it easy to find something amazing. Remember Haven’s beautiful gift wrapping is always complimentary. If you would rather shop at home, there are many ways to do that. You can use Haven’s “Text to Shop” feature and receive personalized service from a staff member to help you narrow down a favorite gift. Just text (318)-267-7577 and let them know what you are looking for. They will send pictures and pricing! If you follow Haven on social media, links are provided for easy shopping and you can always visit their steadily growing website., www.ShopHavenMonroe.com. Make a purchase and pick it up wrapped and ready to go or have your item locally delivered to make gift giving easy.

Easter is just around the corner and the Easter Bunny always makes a stop at Haven. For the little ones, new stuffed animals and sweet Easter books or for your teen a new cosmetic bag would be great in her Easter basket. Handmade Blessing Beads, and new devotionals are a great reminder of the importance of the Easter season.

Spring has arrived at Haven with new Matouk Bedding. Beautiful new cotton coverlets are a must see and are sure to provide design inspiration, including a display of Matouk’s newest color, Pool. It is a refreshing soothing blue that can be paired with white or ivory. Come in today and let Analise Kelly create a new look for your bedroom. She is knowledgeable about all the bedding lines Haven offers and can create a custom combination for your bed. Enjoy Haven’s complimentary bedding assistance with one of their designers instore.

Already thinking about the beach or pool? Haven has amazing new lines to get you ready like their straw beach bags and purses handmade in Madagascar, in a variety of styles. Pair it with a swimsuit coverup or tunic in neutral or a punch of color and you are all set! Beach towels with tassel fringe are new arrivals, including a new leopard towel from Matouk. Be sure to check out the fun horn jewelry that will pair with any summer outfit.

Haven is excited to announce a new candle line that is just debuting in the US. Cereria Molla are hand poured candles made of vegetable wax and smoke free wicks. They have a beautiful combination of fragrances, such as Basil and Mandarin and Mediterranean.

Stop by Haven today to see all the new arrivals!

Celebrate This Season

The Platter and Sugar Bakery Can Do It All

SPRING IS HERE AND EVENTS AND GATHERINGS ARE back and The Platter and Sugar Bakery are perfect for your seasonal celebrations. Now it is even more convenient since both of the locally owned business are under the same roof. The Platter, known for their charcuterie boards and creations, and Sugar Bakery, featuring sweet treats, are both located on McMillian Street in the heart of West Monroe. With both in the same location, it makes celebrating even easier. You can stop in and place your order for a board, cake, cookies and more. You can even grab a plate lunch while you are there! Each weekday, they offer an individual plate lunch for just $9.50. Favorites include spaghetti, fried chicken, po-boys, teriyaki meatballs and more. They also have curbside pick up available as well as delivery to local businesses.

They are excited to announce their newest offering to the Twin Cities - a line of whipped coffees and coffee bombs. Some of the options include - • Kiss of Death - The world’s strongest coffee. It is organic and equivalent to five cups of coffee! • Keto Kick - Medium Roast with a metabolism booster • Blondie - A white chocolate caramel blend, medium roast • The Morning Rush - Medium Roast and a perfect way to start your morning • French Kiss - A rich and creamy blend of French vanilla, medium roast • The Nola - Medium roast, the perfect blend of New Orleans tradition, coffee and chicory • The Irish Spirit - Rich in heritage from Scotland, Hazelnut blended, medium roast

This is just another way The Platter and Sugar Bakery look for innovative items and products to offer their customers. Jodi White, owner, is constantly researching for new things to try and talking with customers about what they want to see.

If you haven’t tried Sugar Bakery yet, you need to stop by on Wednesdays. Each week, you can grab a sweet treat for just one dollar. This is great to try a variety of their bakery confections and find your new favorite!

Now that restrictions are starting to lift, weddings, celebrations and gatherings are returning. And both The Platter and Sugar Bakery are your one stop shop for any upcoming holidays and celebrations. For Mother’s Day, let mom take the day off and order a catered meal for her. You can also order a seasonal dessert or cake, like a delicious strawberry cake, banana pudding and more. To celebrate the upcoming graduate, order a special cookie cake in their school colors. The Platter has been catering weddings for a while and everyone loves their charcuterie boards but the pièce de résistance is their grazing table. This is where the Platter comes and sets up an entire table and covers it with a variety of meats, cheeses, spreads, fruits, vegetables… whatever you order! They can customize anything for any event! You can see all of the catering online at theplatterofnela.com. You can also check out their photo album on their Facebook page to see examples of their work and get ideas for your next event or celebration.

Stop by The Platter and Sugar Bakery, both proudly locally owned and operated today to see how they can help you celebrate your next birthday, anniversary, graduation, Mother’s Day and more!

Look and Feel Your Very Best

LA Center for Women’s Health

BY DR. LESLIE COFFMAN

WHEN YOU DON’T LOOK YOUR BEST, YOU’RE NOT going to feel your best. Over a period of decades, our clinic has acquired the equipment and expertise to offer a palette of state-of-the-art procedures to maximize your appearance.

We strive to offer our cosmetic services and procedures at affordable prices, which represent real value in today’s world. These various high-tech services can be obtained at our private clinic here in the Monroe area for a fraction of the charge for the same procedure in other cities. We are aware that our patients are interested in getting the best value, and we are structured to deliver this.

HYDRAFACIAL

Everyone can benefit from the Hydrafacial procedure. It is inexpensive, gives immediately noticeable results, only takes about 30 minutes, and has no social downtime. The procedure is extremely pleasant and relaxing. We have the latest Hydrafacial equipment and a dedicated technician to perform it in a private setting. The procedure minimizes skin discoloration and brightens skin tone, instantly minimizing fine lines and wrinkles. Your skin is saturated with antioxidants and peptides to maximize skin glow. Uncover a new layer of skin with exfoliation and resurfacing.

VASER LIPOSUCTION

We are among the earliest adopters of Vaser Liposuction in the world. In fact, we have taught and demonstrated this unique procedure for doctors from as far away as Seoul, Korea.

Vaser liposuction uses a very small incision of less than 1/4 inch to emulsify and remove fat. The procedure is performed in the office under local anesthesia, saving the expense of a hospital or surgery center. The results are immediate, unlike various non-invasive treatments which may or may not work.

HORMONE PELLETS

Hormone pellets have helped thousands of men and women achieve hormonal balance for restoration of their health. We offer hormone pellets and hormone testing in our clinic. The pellets look much like a grain of rice and are placed under the skin where hormones are released as they dissolve over a period of months. For most people, this is the easiest way to replace missing hormones. If you have fatigue, depression, anxiety, decreased sexual performance, muscle wasting, insomnia, or weight gain, it might be appropriate to have your hormones checked.

STATE-OF-THE-ART LASERS

Our clinic has state-of-the-art lasers for the treatment of numerous medical and cosmetic problems. Unfortunately, this involves too much information to include in this space but will be detailed in future articles.

BOTOX, FILLERS, COSMECEUTICALS

We also offer Botox, Juvederm fillers, and various cosmeceutical beauty correcting formulas, all priced competitively.

Please call if we can provide you with additional information.