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What medical test should men be sure to get? All men over 35 must have their fasting cholesterol levels checked via a simple blood draw. How often should they get this test? It can range from semiannually to every five years, depending on that person’s heart disease risk or whether they are on cholesterol lowering medications. Your primary care doctor or cardiologist will assist you in determining frequency of testing. What results can they expect to receive? A basic cholesterol panel will give you a total cholesterol level (TC), low-density cholesterol (LDL), highdensity cholesterol level (HDL) and triglyceride levels (TG). For a man with no heart disease risk factors, optimal cholesterol levels are: less than 200 mg/dl for TC, less than 130 mg/ dl for LDL, more than 40 mg/dL for HDL and less than 150 mg/dL for TG. Is this test typically covered by insurance? Yes, nearly all insurance plans will cover basic cholesterol blood tests.
What medical test should men be sure to get? A blood test for testosterone levels. How often should they get this test? At least once per year if they are in the optimal range. If they are not in the optimal range, then repeat testing after intervention may be needed every three to six months. What results can they expect to receive? Low testosterone, or Low T, is usually associated with symptoms of decreased libido, anxiety, irritability, brain fog, insomnia, difficulty focusing, loss of muscle mass and elevated cholesterol. Is this test typically covered by insurance? The blood tests are usually covered by insurance. When do men know they need to get this test? Any male over the ages 35 to 40 should get this test, or if symptomatic, they may need it before, as testosterone levels in men actually start declining by age 30 and sometimes younger.
What medical test should men be sure to get? A fasting glucose test. This is a simple blood test done when they’ve had nothing to eat and only water after midnight. How often should they get this test? Yearly, when they are over the age of 40. What results can they expect to receive? Normal is less than 100. If the glucose is higher than 100, we will do more lab tests, like an A1C test, to check for diabetes. Is this test typically covered by insurance? Yes. When do men know they need to get this test? Symptoms of diabetes mellitus include frequent urination, increased thirst, unexplained weight loss and blurry vision. What preventative care can someone do to avoid developing diabetes? Just watching your diet and exercise are good first steps.
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Nothing beats a big Sunday dinner in the South, but when is the last time you really had one? Chef Kevin Gillespie, from Atlanta favorite Gunshow, invites you back to the table for stepped-up Southern fare at his new restaurant, Revival. A restored Decatur home is the perfect setting for Revival’s familystyle meals, such as pastured Georgia chicken, mountain trout with cornbread, country fried grass-fed beef and more. Stop by this month to try their dinner or à la carte lunch options, and watch for the patio bar opening in the fall. Details: 129 Church Street, Decatur, GA, revivaldecatur.com
Dazzle at the Diva Run Running has never looked so good. The Divas Half Marathon and 5K race series comes to Peachtree City on September 12 with boas, tiaras and bejewled medals and – new this year – tutus! Whether you’re walking or running, roses and champagne await you at the finish line. If you register now, you can order a personalized divalicious running bib! Be sure to stop by the free Health and Fitness Boutique during the two days before the event.
Must-Have Moscai Want a pre-mixed summer cocktail that isn’t packed with sugar substitutes and chemicals? Karan Raturi definitely did, so she created Moscai craft cocktails of only the best all-natural ingredients, including ginger, honey, green tea extracts and five-times-distilled vodka. You can enjoy the Moscai recipe on its own or as a delicious base to build your own mixed drinks. Starting this summer, find it in bars at the Intercontinental Buckhead, Grand Hyatt, W Buckhead, Eclipse di Luna and more, or stock your bar at home by ordering from their website. Details: moscai.com
Beauty from the Barn Skin care doesn’t have to be complicated – it can be as simple as a trip outside. Little Barn Apothecary, launched earlier this year by locals Joshua Morgan and Brad Scoggins, creates simple body washes, scrubs, balms and more from wild-harvested organic ingredients, many of which are sourced from local farmers markets or nearby backyards. Each product is handcrafted in small batches right in Stone Mountain. Try their popular antioxidant Coffee Scrub or skin-softening Bathing Milk, available online and at several Atlanta retailers. Details: littlebarnapothecary.com
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Blue Ties for the Guys Men, mark your calendars for the seventh annual Blue Ties Luncheon on September 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event benefits ProstAware, a nonprofit organization dedicated to prostate cancer awareness. It’s held at the Ritz-Carlton in Buckhead and will feature former Washington Redskins head football coach Joe Gibbs as the keynote speaker. For updates and information about past events, visit ProstAware’s website. Details: prostaware.org
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Seasonal Spotlight: Summer Squash By Denise Romeo, president of Atlanta Food Bloggers’ Society July is peak season for summer squash with their thin and totally edible skins; no peeling necessary. There are many different varieties, including crookneck squash, zucchini and patty pans that vary in size, shape and color, but they can be used interchangeably in recipes. Look for smooth, blemish-free squashes that are small and tender. Basic prep: A quick sauté is the best way to enjoy fresh summer squashes. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add some garlic and red pepper flakes to the pan and cook, stirring often, until fragrant but not browned. Add sliced squash and cook, tossing occasionally until tender, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and top with some grated Parmesan. Step it up: The flowers of summer squash are not only pretty to look at, but completely edible. Try adding them to a frittata with some goat cheese or feta for a light summer supper.
Make It a Habit Whether you love a daily snack or just want to have a healthy breakfast every morning, you’ll find what you need in a Good Habit Box. This Atlanta-based subscription service launched in April, delivering boxes of organic breakfasts, teas, shakes and snacks right to your door. None of the inclusions need refrigeration – think nut mixes and oatmeals – so they’re perfect for tossing in a desk drawer or gym bag. Another plus? For every box purchased, the company donates one meal to a child in need. Details: Prices range from $7.99 to $19.99, goodhabitbox.com
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The chef, author and star of hit TV shows such as “Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations” is stopping by The Fox Theatre at 8 p.m. on July 11 to share insights about his work and travels and to answer audience questions. He’ll have no shortage of topics to cover, since he’s written a travel journal, three crime novels, a cookbook, a graphic novel and more. Unsigned and pre-signed copies of Bourdain’s books will be available all evening, and if you purchase a VIP ticket, you can get a signed and personalized copy. Purchase tickets at foxtheatre.org starting at $52.
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“Fun Foodie Friends” Alpharetta book publisher BookLogix recently released “Fun Foodie Friends,” a healthy kids’ cookbook from local authors Elaine Callahan and Joyce Kesler. Callahan created a food-based work of art to accompany each recipe and help make fruits and vegetables fun for kids. Flipping through this recipe collection is one time you’ll actually want your kids to play with their food! Copies are available on Amazon for $19.95. bestselfatlanta.com
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Alongside a host of fashion retailers such as Anthropologie, Q Clothiers, Lily Rain, Rye 51 and more, Ponce City Market will also welcome a fitness studio. CorePower Yoga, whose Buckhead studio opened last month, will open its second Georgia studio this summer. Try a power yoga, hot yoga or restorative yoga class at any level in their 6,500-squarefoot space. Details: 675 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE, poncecitymarket.com, corepoweryoga.com
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Want to take your passion for fitness to the next level? Share your enthusiasm – and your moves – with others as a group fitness instructor! Kennesaw State University’s College of Continuing and Professional Education offers a certification program that blends classroom and hands-on training in a fitness facility. You’ll learn basic human anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and nutrition, as well as how to plan and prep classes for students at different levels, keep people motivated and more. Details: ccpe.kennesaw.edu
Summer Camp – Plus Cardio! Summer camp doesn’t always mean cabins and canoeing – with Cardio Kool Kids, summer camp is focused on fitness. During the week of July 13, kids ages 5 to 12 can try fun workouts like kickboxing, hip hop dancing, strength training and more. Each camp session also includes nutritional education so the kids have a well-rounded understanding of what it takes to live a healthy lifestyle. The cost is $150 per child, and camp classes are held at Georgia All Stars Gymnastics in Woodstock or Dance It Off in Sandy Springs.
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This month, a friend invited me to check out Stellar Bodies in Buckhead, which I would describe as a Pilates hybrid class. The star of the hour is a machine called the MegaFormer. This bad boy works multiple muscles at a time – I discovered muscles I never knew I had, and you all know I’m no fitness newbie. Even though they’re challenging, the workouts are very low impact and can be modified to fit your current fitness level. Classes are done in small group settings, so you still get one-on-one attention. Your first class is $10, and make sure you bring a friend – it makes it much more fun when you feel the burn. Details: Locations in Buckhead and Midtown, (404) 467-1060, stellarbodiesatl.com
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Twitter was just taking off, and Champion decided to reveal his skin cancer history to his growing number of followers. “It wasn’t a conversation people were having on a regular basis. I just wanted to discuss with people why I had these scars and stitches,” Champion explains. “I was so taken aback. I got a huge response. People were sending me pictures and asking if I thought they had skin cancer. I thought, ‘We need to create awareness. People don’t want to feel like they’re being preached to, but we need get people talking about skin cancer.’” With that in mind, Champion decided to have surgery live on air that May. He had a spot of basal cell carcinoma, the most common type of skin cancer, removed from his left shoulder. The well-received piece allowed him to share more details about his personal experience and gave him a platform to create a new level of understanding about skin cancer. “I wanted people to know what I didn’t know. When I was a kid, there was no discussion about skin cancer. You were told to get your first good burn of the year, and then your skin would acclimate. But I was a blond, blue-eyed kid. And every time you burn, you damage your skin,” he notes. “The only way to prevent skin cancer is to use some kind of protection against the sun. Today, there is a huge variety of skin care products that include sunscreen. Those aisles in the stores are miles long, and they’re there for a reason. Anyone can get skin cancer.” It’s that kind of straightforward, educational discourse that has endeared Sam Champion to the millions of viewers who watch him every morning on television. bestselfatlanta.com
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Of course, today they tune in to The Weather Channel, Champion’s home since early 2014, when he left GMA to serve as anchor of the flagship morning show “AMHQ: America’s Morning Headquarters” and managing editor for the Atlanta-based weather network. The move
opportunity with The Weather Channel came at a really wonderful time.” With a plan to move away from longer-form programs and reemphasize the weather again, The Weather Channel offered the perfect environment – and new project – for Champion, who
“Atlanta is an international, world-class city, but I love that it still has a hometown feel.” may have surprised many people, but for Champion, it was a completely natural step. “I’m a project guy,” he asserts. “A lot of people like to plan their career and know where they want to be. That was never me. I like a project. We took ‘Good Morning America’ to number one. We did that, so that project was done. And the
was a longtime fan. Like many, he had become disillusioned by the shift in programming in recent years and was thrilled to hear about the new strategy. “I was a Weather Channel viewer. Like everyone else, I had to have my weather,” he says. “And they wanted to get back to weather full time.” Champion’s love for climate
and science proved to be a perfect match for The Weather Channel’s plan of action. The excitement of revamping the network’s quality programming brought Champion back to the enthusiasm he felt during his earliest days in the industry. “In the ’80s, the thing that excited me was live television. You could get a truck out there and be on a live feed and actually show people what was going on. Then in the ’90s, there were all of these incredible computer graphics being used for the weather. It was something you’d never seen before. It was very visual, and I was drawn to that,” he explains. “Today, we have even more knowledge. We can be live anywhere around the world in a moment’s notice. And there really is zero competition for The Weather Channel in terms of being able to do that.” The feeling of admiration clearly is mutual. “Sam is one of the hardest working talents I have ever come across throughout my years in the television industry,” says Nora Zimmett, senior vice president of live programming for The Weather Channel. “Not only is Sam terrific on air, but he is also an incredibly talented producer. He is able to view AMHQ and the whole network from multiple perspectives, which helps in the entire 360-degree production.” The opportunity also felt like the right move for Champion and his husband, Rubem Robierb, who married in December of 2012. New York City had been home to the couple, but relocating to Atlanta offered Champion the chance to do something that he truly enjoys. “I love learning a new town. I love exploring,” he observes. “I grew up a military brat. BEST SELF Atlanta
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My dad was a Marine, and we moved all over the world.” Interestingly, Atlanta never made the list of cities in which he lived. In fact, the only time he visited the metro area was to report on the weather, from the severe droughts to the crippling ice and snowstorms of the past few years. However, once he and Robierb arrived, they quickly became taken with their new hometown. “We’re outdoors people. We love the bike paths around the city, and we love living by Piedmont Park,” Champion says of the couple, who split their time between Atlanta and Miami. They also enjoy the many dining options the city boasts. “The weight gain is horrible,” Champion admits. “There is such good food here. If you’re a gourmet or a foodie, Atlanta should be at the top of your list
when it comes talking about food that excites you. It’s an incredibly delicious city.” For Champion, it also feels like the best of both worlds. “Atlanta is a wonderfully progressive town. It’s an
his body and his red, swollen eyes into shock. Fortunately, year two has been a bit easier on his sinuses. However, he is still waiting for the temperate winters he was promised before he left the Big Apple. “Since we’ve
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international, world-class city, but I love that it still has a hometown feel,” he says. One thing Champion isn’t as crazy about in Atlanta: pollen season. In fact, he jokes that his first year in Atlanta almost sent
been here, we’ve had double ice storms, brutal cold and gray winters. I’m waiting for that nice, mild winter,” he laughs. “But spring in Atlanta is amazing. When the season rolls in, you can go outside and just feel the
warm sun. And the tulips and flowers look like they exploded overnight. Does someone come in and plant them in the middle of the night?” While Atlanta has been a great fit for Sam Champion, he has been an equally great fit for The Weather Channel. And whatever he’s reporting, from major weather events to skin cancer awareness and beyond, viewers can depend on his information being as fascinating as it is useful. It has become a hallmark of his impressive 27-year career. “Everyone loves an interesting tidbit,” he concludes. “This is a new Weather Channel. It’s about providing ongoing education with a purpose. We’ve spent a year now putting The Weather Channel’s focus on the weather again. It feels good. It feels like a success.”
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“My treatment was five weeks of daily radiation with chemo weekly,” he recalls. On May 2, 2014, he underwent a surgery to remove the cancerous mass. The surgery also removed part of his esophagus and pulled up his stomach to replace what was removed. He recounts: “Five days later, my surgeon came in for my morning check-up with a bigger smile than usual. ‘It’s gone,’ he explained. The treatment had worked.” In the weeks that followed his surgery, Pavuk was on a strict diet to aid his recovery. As a result, he lost more than 50 pounds and he won a new lease on life. He saw the errors of his previous lifestyle: he had been overweight, his diet was unhealthy, he had too much stress and he didn’t exercise regularly. So after he recovered from his surgery, he changed his lifestyle. He “stopped letting the little things bother me,” as he puts it, and he now makes healthy choices for what he eats, including as much organic food as possible and proper planning. “Prior to my healthy diet, there was no planning for what I was eating – I ate whatever I felt like or wandered into that particular day,” he explains. “Now, I plan my meals more strategically. Before going out to eat, I decide in advance what I’m going to eat when I get there instead of going with impulse.” Besides overall healthier living, one of Pavuk’s main takeaways from his bout with cancer is that early detection is the key to faster recovery. You never know when that annual check-up might help stop a disease in its tracks.
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Selflessness is often praised as a virtue, but as Dr. Ken Nears has learned, you must also take care of yourself if you want to be alive to help others. As a single father who was granted custody of his daughter when she was 11 months old, Nears has spent more than 20 years devoting his time to caring for others. His history also includes the launch of a mentoring program for middle-school minorities, volunteer work for the American Red Cross and foster parenting for at-risk youth. When he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2010, his frustrations about the lack of treatment information available caused him to again think of helping others and develop a website (prostatecancerassessment.com) that serves as a one-stop shop for prostate cancer information. Since his diagnosis and subsequent treatments in 2010, Nears’ cancer has never officially been in remission. That fact, combined with the shock of his brother’s death from a massive heart attack a couple of years ago, has led Nears to recommit to his own life. “I decided, if I was going to die from anything, it wasn’t going to be from stupidity,” Nears says. He began by eating “a simple, healthy diet,” he says. He also started working out at a gym, and he took up tap dancing as a hobby. Then he found the Dance 101 dance studio. Offering classes in both mornings and evenings six days a week, Dance 101 allowed Nears to dabble in several dance styles and stay motivated.
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Nears also focused on reducing the stress in his life. Prior to his diagnosis, he was a workaholic. “I taught full-time at a local university, conducted psychotherapy on the side and attempted to start several businesses,” he says. “I believe that all of these factors combined, including my lack of rest, contributed greatly to my cancer by weakening my body’s ability to keep dormant cancer cells under control.” To reduce his stress, he makes a constant effort to think positively, visualize his goals, relax, stay centered and balanced and take time for reflection. As a result of his diet and exercise changes combined with his lifestyle changes to reduce stress, Nears is now 50 pounds lighter. “I look and feel better now than I have ever felt in my adult life.”
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sole offering. “This is not a menu item on a website for us. This is all we do,” Anderson states. “I am the only board-certified plastic surgeon in Georgia who does hair restoration full time. I am a surgeon and artist who has a dedicated career and practice to treat hair loss in men and women with an emphasis on natural, full results, patient comfort and overall patient care.”
Beverly Hills. During that time, he also worked as a commissioned medical illustrator, designing and creating detailed pen-and-ink medical illustrations for scholarly book chapters and journal articles. In 2008, Emory Healthcare recruited him as Division Chief of Hair Restoration in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. And in 2011, he opened the Anderson Hair Sciences Center, a state-of-theart boutique practice that is dedicated to the field of hair restoration surgery. What makes the center so unique is that, unlike other plastic surgery practices, hair restoration is the
Anderson is supported by a full-time staff of highly trained technicians, who have a combined 45 years of experience. “It gives me tremendous peace of mind to have such an experienced staff,” he says. Together, the staff uses the most cutting-edge technology, which Anderson says has changed hair restoration surgery. “People are reluctant to come to a doctor for hair restoration because they’re afraid of bad hair transplant jobs,” he notes. “But this is not your father’s hair surgery. These are not hair plugs. There have been quantum leaps in technology that have come onto the scene. It’s worth an hour to
come down and check it out. And patients meet with me every time they come in. I personally show them how we apply traditional medical principles and today’s technology to hair restoration surgery.” Anderson’s concentration on hair restoration surgery has allowed him to stand out in the field. In 2004, he set a world record for the most single follicles extracted in one hair restoration procedure using a small biopsy punch. He also has become a sought-after lecturer and, in 2012, received the Okinawa Award for a presentation about FUE procedures delivered to the Japan Society for Clinical Hair Restoration. Additionally, Anderson is the only surgeon in Georgia to offer the ARTAS Robot Assisted FUE System, which his practice received in 2013 after a rigorous interview process and with which he is able to transplant hair without any linear or noticeable scarring, using no scalpels or stitches and providing a dramatically shorter recovery period for patients. Most recently, Anderson was nominated for the 2015 Doctors’ Choice Award for Plastic Surgery. “I love the artistic demands and creativity of this job,” Anderson concludes. “Most of all, I love how happy the patients are. We all have hair, and when you lose it, it’s distressing – for men and women. There’s a psychology behind hair restoration. It’s absolutely transformational. When you give a man or a woman back their hair, when you give them back their natural appearance, it brings such happiness. I’ve never seen happier patients. And I enjoy doing the procedures. It’s a fun career that I’ve created for myself.” BEST SELF Atlanta
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ONE ON ONE MATCHMAKING Founder and owner of Eight at Eight Dinner Club and One on One Matchmaking, Sarah Kathryn Smith and her team of professional matchmakers work with upscale singles in both Atlanta and New York City. Smith, a 17-year veteran of the dating industry, is one of the most respected names in matchmaking and has been profiled as an authority on relationships and singles by The Wall Street Journal, “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” CNN, Men’s Health and so many more. Her expertise has led to more than 300 marriages and thousands of serious relationships. One On One Matchmaking not only sets up singles, but can also help plan your perfect date.
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We interviewed one of the most respected – and engaging – names in the industry, One on One Matchmaking President Sarah Kathryn Smith, who explained, “If you’re okay with quantity over quality, then online dating is for you. If, however, you are truly interested in finding the right person for a serious relationship (they’ve produced thousands!) or marriage (over 300!), consider engaging pros to help you navigate the world of dating.” As a 17-year veteran of the dating industry, she and her team of professional matchmakers guide upscale singles in both Atlanta and New York City; and she’s been featured as an expert on relationships and singles by top media outlets such as: CNN, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Cosmopolitan, The Wall Street Journal, Men’s Health, and many more. Over the past few years, personal matchmaking has become even more popular and widespread than ever before – especially for busy professionals. “We have compiled the largest database of singles in the Southeast, but we know that we’re not the right choice for everyone.” She offers these tips: CHOOSE LOCAL This should be a no-brainer. In order to match you and your preferences, your matchmaker needs to know all about the latest and/or greatest nightlife and attractions in your area. As an Atlanta native, I make sure our entire staff – me included – stays current (like up-to-the-minute current) and immersed in our city’s culture. QUALITY OVER QUANTITY If you genuinely want to find the best person to date, get serious, or get busy (not necessarily in that order) – then it is best to choose a highly customized service. One on One guarantees great dates because we gather feedback after every single date. We’re not a factory churning out dates, but we do believe in “continuous learning for continuous improvement.” UPFRONT FEE STRUCTURES When “shopping” for the right matchmaker, it’s important that you understand what the fees are before you invest in an in-person meeting. This is the one part of the process where your head should definitely rule your heart. AN EFFECTIVE STRATEGY Make sure that you and the matchmaking service you select clearly understand what your goals are and the strategy on which you’ll be teaming up. PERSONABLE Matchmaking may be serious business, but having a good time while doing it is part of One on One’s mission. Ultimately, we’re in the business of improving the quality of people’s lives – their love lives that is!
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Let’s Remove the Mystery from Breast Density
CAROLYN G. DUDLEY, MD DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY ULTRASOUND & BREAST CENTER
Carolyn G. Dudley has over 30 years’ experience in breast imaging. She attended Bryn Mawr College, Howard University and completed her Diagnostic Radiology residency at Saint Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan. She is board certified by the American Board of Radiology and is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society. Dr. Dudley was one of the pioneers in developing techniques to diagnose breast cancer utilizing MRI. Presently, she has a private practice in Atlanta, Georgia where she offers patients a wide range of outpatient diagnostic services in a convenient and patient-friendly environment. Her practice is the first nonhospital facility in Georgia to offer the latest advancement in mammography: 3D Mammography (breast tomosynthesis). In addition, Dr. Dudley provides 2D Digital Mammography, bone densitometry and ultrasound utilizing the most up-to-date technology available.
EXCITING NEWS Diagnostic Radiology is pleased to announce that beginning in January 2015 3D mammograms for Medicare patients are now covered by Medicare insurance.
Early detection using the latest technology. We offer BRCA cancer screening testing. Ask us about it. Breast density is a measure of how the breasts look on a mammogram, not how your breasts feel. Dense breast tissue is not abnormal but it can make interpretation of your mammogram difficult. The breasts normally contain fatty, fibrous (connective) and glandular tissue. The fibrous and glandular tissues appear white on the mammogram. Fatty tissue is black, and the contrast provided by the fatty tissue allows the radiologist to identify abnormal areas. The pockets of fibroglandular tissue surrounded by fat create an image that resembles a smoky haze on the mammogram. High breast density means there is a greater amount of glandular and fibrous tissue as compared to fat. The mammogram image looks whiter in dense breasts. Most breast cancers also look white on the mammogram. So with dense breasts the addition of Tomosynthesis, ultrasound or MRI allows the Radiologist to see through the white, fibroglandular tissue to find smaller cancers.
Breast Tomosynthesis (3-D mammography) allows the doctor to examine breast tissue one layer at a time to find cancers hiding in the white fibroglandular tissue. Digital Tomosynthesis can help to detect more cancers in dense breasts, but the 3-D mammogram still relies on the contrast provided by fat. Some breasts are so dense that another screening modality is needed, in addition to the mammogram, to assure that there is no cancer hiding in the white fibroglandular breast tissue. Most breast cancers can be seen on a mammogram, but ultrasound and/or MRI can help find breast cancer that cannot be seen on the mammogram. You may be called back for a Screening Breast Ultrasound or MRI based on your breast density and individual risk for breast cancer. A recall for additional screening does not mean that your mammogram is abnormal. So don’t panic if you are called back! It is best to follow the recommendations of the interpreting radiologist and your personal physician.
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Q: WHAT IS PLATELET-RICH PLASMA (PRP) THERAPY?
A: Dr. Mefferd: Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy is a minimally invasive procedure that helps heal soft tissue injuries. A patient’s blood is drawn and placed in a centrifuge which separates the platelets from the red blood cells. These growth factorcontaining platelets are then reinjected into damaged tissue to stimulate tissue generation and repair.
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THE PHYSICIANS SPINE AND REHABILITATION SPECIALISTS OF GEORGIA Since 1995, The Physicians Spine and Rehabilitation Specialists of Georgia has provided innovative, effective and comprehensive treatment of pain with special emphasis on spinal pain and care of the injured worker. They strive to improve their patients’ quality of life and restore function to individuals suffering from acute and chronic pain conditions. They offer nonsurgical treatment of spinal pain using the most advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques to identify and eliminate or minimize pain at its source. Their board-certified physicians work with patients to help them better understand their condition and the treatment options available to them. They are committed to excellence and compassion in caring for our patients, and they welcome the opportunity to serve you.
Q: WHAT CONDITIONS CAN THE THERAPY ACTUALLY TREAT?
want to get better in the safest and quickest way possible. We want to identify the source of their pain and the safest, most cost effective way to treat it. Q: YOUR PRACTICE IS CELEBRATING YOUR 20TH ANNIVERSARY. WHAT EXACTLY SEPARATES YOUR PRACTICE FROM OTHER PAIN MANAGEMENT PRACTICES IN THE AREA?
A: Dr. Porter: Our patients tell us that our experience, professionalism and focus on service separate us from other practices.
A: Dr. Mefferd: Any soft tissue injury; chronic tendon pain and ligament damage. Q: WHAT ARE THE EXPECTED RESULTS FROM THE THERAPY PROCESS?
A: Dr. Mefferd: The ultimate goal of PRP therapy is to minimize pain and optimize overall healing. Q: CAN PRP THERAPY BE USED AN ALTERNATIVE FOR TENEX HEALTH TX?
A: Dr. Porter: Both procedures can be used for tendonitis, either alternatively or in conjunction. Your physician can help you determine which option may be best for you. Q: WHAT IS YOUR PRACTICE’S PHILOSOPHY ON PAIN MANAGEMENT? A: Dr. Porter: Our philosophy is aligned with our patients’ philosophy. Patients
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VITAMIN D Get Your Daily Dose by Morgan A. McLaughlin McFarland
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itamin D is an essential component in absorbing calcium to the body and preventing several serious health problems. Our own bodies actually produce this vitamin, yet vitamin D deficiency has become widespread in the United States. Vitamin D deficiency has no reliable symptoms, either, so an inadequate amount of vitamin D could go undetected for years. Learn what you might be risking if your levels are low, and be sure to get a vitamin D test – a simple blood test – at your next annual check-up.
The Dangers of Deficiency Vitamin D is a vital component for health. Without it, the body cannot absorb calcium. Rickets – a condition where the bones don’t have adequate calcium and become deformed and at increased risk of fracture – is one major condition that can result from a lack of vitamin D. Dr. Richard Hansen, Director of Primary Care at Emory Specialty Associates, also lists kidney disease and psoriasis as conditions with strong evidence linking them to vitamin D deficiency. While studies have not yet shown a significant link, researchers are also examining possible correlations between vitamin D and autoimmune diseases, 54
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Risk Factors Some risk factors for deficiency are beyond our control. Because melanin offers natural protection against the sun’s UVB rays, darker skinned individuals absorb less sun and thus produce less vitamin D. Age is another factor; as we age, less vitamin D is absorbed in the intestines from food or supplementation. Seasons and location also play a role in vitamin D production; our bodies are less able to manufacture vitamin D in the winter and at higher latitudes, due to the angle of the sun’s rays. bestselfatlanta.com
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Some risk factors can be influenced and changed, such as weight. Vitamin D is a fat soluble nutrient, meaning that excess body fat can absorb vitamin D and prevent it from going where it’s needed. Reducing body fat can help you better use the vitamin D you take in.
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“People are more diligent about applying sunscreen, and at any SPF greater than 8, you are blocking UVB rays,” adds Dr. Sharon Bergquist with Emory Healthcare. She also notes that because of the sun’s cancer-causing effects, recommending more sun exposure is a controversial issue for health care providers.
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Eat Your Vitamins – Naturally! Here are some tasty suggestions for naturally increasing your vitamin D intake:
• ½ fillet Sockeye salmon (815 IU) • 1 piece swordfish (706 IU) • ½ fillet halibut (367 IU) • Evaporated non-fat milk with added vitamin D (199 IU) • 1 cup eggnog (124 IU) • 1 cup ready to eat cereal (104 IU) • 1 oz American cheese (85 IU) Source: Jennifer McGlown, RDN, LD, CDE, Inpatient Clinical Nutrition Coordinator at Northside Hospital
us healthy? Luckily, concerns over sun exposure and vitamin D intake don’t have to be mutually exclusive. “Early morning sunlight is the best way to get exposed to Vitamin D. It’s safe and
not harmful to the skin,” says Dr. Saju Mathew, a Family Medicine specialist with Piedmont Physicians. Dr. Zach Cohen, with the Atlanta Center For Holistic & Integrative Medicine, agrees that safe sun exposure can make a significant impact on vitamin D levels.
range for vitamin D is between 20 and 50 nanograms per milliliter.
“If we all got about 15 minutes of unfiltered (no sunscreen) sunlight to the arms, hands and trunk 2-3 times per week, I think the incidence of vitamin D deficiency would decrease,” says Dr. Cohen, who added that he doesn’t recommend unfiltered sunlight to the face or scalp, suggesting a widebrimmed hat and SPF-protective clothing, and reminds us to cover up after our 15 minutes of sun.
Along with supplementation, vitamin D can be improved through diet. Coldwater fish like salmon, mackerel and tuna contain vitamin D in their naturally occurring oils. Many commercially available dairy products have been supplemented with vitamin D, including varieties of milk, yogurt and cheese. Vitamin D can also be found in egg yolks and beef liver. If diet and sun exposure alone are enough to bring your vitamin D levels within a normal range, supplementation shouldn’t be necessary.
From the Inside Out Many doctors and nutritionists also recommend oral supplementation as the safest and most reliable way to ensure an adequate vitamin D level. The first step in knowing if supplementation is needed (and if so, how much) is the blood test performed by your primary care physician. The normal
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Enough is Enough If a yearly blood test indicates normal, healthy vitamin D levels, supplementation typically isn’t necessary. In fact, while higher-than-recommended levels of vitamin D aren’t toxic, taking too much vitamin D can have negative long term effects on health. “Because we’ve done a decent job trying to get message out, people are taking supplements and we’re starting to see the opposite problem, with too high a level of vitamin D,” says Dr. Bergquist. “There’s a sweet spot, probably between 30 to 50 nanograms per milliliter. When you go above 50, it can start to work against you!” So before supplementing on your own, altering your diet or basking in the sun too long, check with your doctor about your current vitamin D levels and the best course of action. Editorial Resources
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5 Great Reasons to Visit Blue Ridge This Summer The fun is just heating up in North Georgia for the summer and there is no better place than Blue Ridge to serve as your hub for fun and relaxation. Downtown Blue Ridge offers great shopping, restaurants, breweries and people watching. When you stay in Blue Ridge, cabin rentals are available to give you all the comforts of home with breathtaking views of mountains, rivers and Lake Blue Ridge. Perfect for a long weekend or plenty of activities for an extended stay. And it’s just a little over an hour away. Here are just a few of the great reasons to plan your trip today.
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Relaxation Retro Style-one of the best reasons to go is to unplug and relax. Nothing beats the comfort and peace of renting one of the beautifully appointed cabins from Escape to Blue Ridge, escapetoblueridge.com and simply enjoying the view, having a little dinner and possibly add a little shopping in Downtown Blue Ridge. For a throw back twist to a long weekend, enjoy one of your evenings at the Swann Drive In movie theater. Truly a trip into days gone by and so much fun!
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Just like the kids they serve, the Children’s Museum of Atlanta is going through a growth spurt. Their newest plans include a massive renovation that will add two new permanent exhibits, a new performance space, a new 3,000-square-foot mezzanine level and more. One of the new exhibits, “Gateway to the World,” will be a two-story climbing structure allowing kids to climb through a model of the earth’s layers, learning about geology and physics along the way. Another called “Fundamentally Food” will teach visitors about how food gets from the farm to your table and the importance of food to overall health. Check out these updates and more this fall. childrensmuseumatlanta.org
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It’s a digital day for Atlanta, with the announcement that health network Kaiser Permanente will open a new information technology (IT) campus in Midtown. Over the next four years, Kaiser Permanente plans to create approximately 900 new IT jobs here. Find their 157,000-square-foot campus at 1375 Peachtree Street, NE. kp.org
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Patients undergoing chemotherapy treatments need all the comfort they can get. Now, WellStar’s recently opened Outpatient Infusion Center at Kennestone Hospital provides them a little more. It contains 20 motorized reclining chairs, a flat screen TV with sound directed through each individual remote, and plenty of room for visitors. Plus, there’s one nurse for every four patients, so in addition to these little comforts, each patient receives attentive care. wellstar.org A dirty little secret of many grocery stores and restaurants is their staggering food waste. Instead of going to people who need it or being used for compost, it’s common for that food to end up in landfills and create methane, which has 21 times the global warming potential as carbon dioxide. The Whole Foods Market in Marietta was recently recognized by the EPA for doing their part to avoid continuing this trend. This location won a regional award for Outstanding Achievement in Food Waste Prevention and Diversion thanks to its impressive 85 percent diversion rate of food waste away from landfills. epa.gov/foodrecoverychallenge bestselfatlanta.com
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Case in point: the story of Kia Presley Meade. “She fell off an embankment while on vacation, breaking both of her arms and sustaining a traumatic brain injury,” says Stephanie Galer, TGK’s executive director. While normally a situation like that might result in weeks or months of lost wages and medical bill
struggles, TGK worked with Meade’s employer, Augustine’s, to award her a financial grant and help her get back to work. “They were incredibly Staplehouse supportive,” Galer says of Augustine’s. “They found some seated work for Kia to do during her recovery and rehabilitation, and Kia was back to bartending within months of her accident.” Those gestures of support, accommodation and encouragement that helped Meade are the same principles driving TGK’s new venture, Staplehouse. This restaurant, currently under construction in Old Fourth Ward, is the brainchild of TGK’s original beneficiary, Ryan Hidinger. He and his wife Jen ran a small supper club out of their home, called Staplehouse, eventually wanting to open a “mom and pop” restaurant. Jen and TGK are continuing Ryan’s legacy by opening the restaurant, which will provide steady revenue for TGK’s ongoing work. Look for Staplehouse’s opening later this year. thegivingkitchen.org
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RED, WHITE & BREW Celebrate the fourth of July with unlimited beer, food, live music and fireworks. Proceeds from the evening will support Georgia Aquarium’s Sponsored Education Admissions program, teacher development and H20 programs. georgiaaquarium.org
July 4 – 10 CAMP HORIZON SUMMER CAMP Join Camp Horizon campers for a week-long experience of outdoor activities such as swimming, biking, horseback riding and arts and crafts. camphorizon.net
July 11 SIXTH ANNUAL FAITH CLINE ELF TROT Benefiting the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, this race through downtown Kennesaw is part of the Kennesaw Grand Prix Series. elftrot.com
July 11 ATLANTA STREET FOOD FESTIVAL From 12 to 10 p.m., head to Piedmont Park for food, fun and live entertainment from some of the area’s favorite performers. A portion of event proceeds will benefit The Giving Kitchen. atlantastreetfoodfestival.com
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July 11 THE ATLANTA BELTLINE SOUTHWEST 5K Support the Atlanta BeltLine at this run/walk along its Southwest trail and through the historic West End and Westview neighborhoods. beltline.org
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July 19 ATTACK OF THE KILLER TOMATO FESTIVAL This seventh annual unique festival at JCT Kitchen & Bar will feature some of the Southeast’s best chefs, mixologists and farmers who will join forces to benefit The Giving Kitchen and Georgia Organics. killertomatofest.com
July 20 – 21 NEWS 95.5 & AM 750 WSB CARE-A-THON This 37-hour broadcast will help fund family support services, research and the fellowship program at the Aflac Cancer Center and Blood Disorders at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. choa.org
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July 24 – 25 10TH ANNUAL ATLANTA HEALTH CARE MUSIC & GOSPEL FEST Support community health and wellness programs during this weekend extravaganza of fun, live performances, health care screenings and seminars at the Atlanta Convention Center at AmericasMart. atlantagospelfest. homestead.com
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Every year on July 4, the Atlana Track Club hosts the world’s largest 10K: the Peachtree Road Race. Executive Director Rich Kenah heads up this organization and brings years of Olympic-level running experience to the planning and execution of this fantastic event. Kenah’s event was the 800, and he brought home the bronze in the 1997 World Indoor Championships and World Championships in Athens. He went on to run in the 2000 Olympics held in Sydney. After retiring from the track, Kenah says, “I spent most of my days marketing fast athletes and events that featured Olympic-caliber athletes.” Now, he’s settled down in Atlanta to encourage people who simply run for fun and fitness. We caught up with him about his vision for the ATC and what keeps him going in the sport after all these years.
What is the most rewarding part of working in the running world? Helping people at every stage of the runner life cycle enjoy the sport, from beginner runners to Olympic athletes.
Since joining the Atlanta Track Club, what are you most proud of?
I am most proud of our staff and the effort they put forth to ensure all of our programs align with our mission of making people more active and fit through running and walking.
What developments do you envision for Atlanta Track Club’s future? We are in the final stages of a new real estate purchase, and the building we are acquiring will allow us to create a destination for all of our runners. Whether you are looking to sign up for a race, attend a running clinic, pick up a race number or simply go for a run, our address will be on the “must visit” list for runners.
What can our readers expect from this year’s Peachtree Road Race?
They can expect the world’s largest gathering of runners celebrating a 10K like only Atlanta can. Some of the new things participants should look out for include: The Verizon Wireless Family Fitness area at the Peachtree Expo on July 2 and 3, a new style for the all-important Peachtree participant shirt and the inaugural Peachtree Cup elite team competition.
Do you ever struggle to stay motivated with running?
I don’t struggle to stay motivated, but I do struggle to make time to run as much as I would like. The great irony of working for a running organization is that I am generally working on the days and at the times that most people get the chance to run, so it takes discipline to guard my “run time.” Photo courtesy of Atlanta Track Club
What is your favorite place to run in Atlanta?
Cochran Shoals. Flat, shade covered, cinder trail…it doesn’t get any better.
What do you look for in a running shoe?
I look for something fairly simple, lightweight and performance oriented. I wear the Mizuno Wave Rider.
What’s your number one tip for a beginning runner? Don’t overthink it. Your body can accomplish more than you ever imagined as long as you don’t let your mind convince you otherwise. 62
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