Lake City Reporter
2015
Health &
WELLNESS
Healthcare providers in Lake City and surrounding communities.
• Health • Mind • Body
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Chest pain. It may mean nothing. But it may take everything. Heart Attack Warning Signs Include: Shortness of Breath Nausea Dizziness Chest Pain Arm Pain Cold Sweat
Getting help immediately gives you a better chance to survive a heart attack. So know the warning signs. And if you experience any of them, call 911 and get to the nearest emergency room. At Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center, we’re here for you – here to help.
368 NE Franklin St., Lake City • ShandsLakeShore.com
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The OrThOpaedic insTiTuTe
prOudly serving lake ciTy fOr Over 30 years When you have muscle, bone, joint or spine pain, TOI’s specialty physicians go the distance...so you don’t have to. Conveniently located off US HWY 90 West, our Lake City team of physicians and physical therapists are dedicated to ensuring patients are taken care of as soon as possible, offering same or next-day appointments. Just another way we’re Improving Lives - Every day.
146 SW Orthopaedic Court, Lake City Located off US HWY 90 West www.TOI-Health.com
(formerly Eyeglass Express)
Eyecare & Eyewear Same Day Service Most Eyeglasses • Family Eye Care • Glasses • Contacts Lenses • Eye Diseases & Injuries
Dr. William A. Cole, O.D.
Board Certiied Optometric Physician
Lake City Commons (Publix Shopping Center)
Glasses Buy One Get One FREE (Some restrictions apply)
Inhouse Lab Same Day Service Most Prescriptions
752-3733
Open: Monday-Saturday
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You can feel good about having so many surgical options close to home.
If you ever need surgery, it’s good to know that you have two skilled general surgeons right here to care for you. Jerzy Polmerski, M.D., and Edwin Gonzalez, M.D., FACS, provide a wide range of surgical options, including minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures. For many people, these procedures can mean less pain and a quicker recovery when compared to traditional surgeries.* For more information, call 386-755-7788 or visit ShandsLakeShorePhysicians.com.
These surgeons provide the following types of procedures: Breast Surgery • Biopsies • Colon and Rectal Surgery • Cystoscopic • Endoscopic Gallbladder • General Surgery • Hernia Repair • Laparoscopic Thyroid and Parathyroid • Ultrasounds • Pediatric Surgery (ages 2 and up)
755 SW State Rd. 47 Edwin Gonzalez, M.D., FACS
Jerzy Polmerski, M.D.
*Patient results may vary. Consult your physician about the benefits and risks of any surgical procedure or treatment. Members of the Medical Staff at Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center
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At Haven,
We Believe Our Staff and Volunteers are the Difference.
Our patients and their families benefit from the support of an expert inter-disciplinary team of physicians, nurses, nursing aides, social workers, volunteers and chaplains.
800.HOSPICE (467.7423) | havenhospice.org
Serving North Florida since 1979. Licensed as a not-for-profit hospice since 1980.
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We want to welcome
Dr. Uma Iyer
Waseem Kahn, MD Vernon Montoya, MD Uma Iyer, MD Sheila Roberts, ARNP
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Is your heart in the right place? Top Cardiac Care in your own backyard. Lake City Medical Center has a comprehensive cardiovascular program right here in Lake City, allowing you to keep your heart in the right place . . . your community. We have opened a new cardiac catheterization lab inside the main hospital, allowing us to expand our services. We offer a full range of diagnostic tests, including EKGs, stress testing, echocardiograms and cardiac catheterization. And, beginning in February of 2015, we will offer interventional procedures, which include coronary angioplasty and stent placement. To learn more about the cardiovascular services offered at Lake City Medical Center or to make an appointment with a cardiologist, please contact Consult-A-Nurse at 1-800-525-3248.
www.LakeCityMedical.com Text “ER” to 23000 for average ER wait* times
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Mr. Jack Berry Executive Director jack@lakeshoreha.org
Mrs. Sonja Meads Administrative Assistant sonja@lakeshoreha.org
Mrs. Cynthia Watson Financial Assistance Counselor cynthia@lakeshoreha.org
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Mrs. Courtney Bryan Secretary/Receptionist courtney@lakeshoreha.org
Voted Best Hospital & ER in Lake City. At Lake City Medical Center, our goal is to provide the highest level of care to the communities we serve. We have doubled the size of our emergency room and brought our cardiac catheterization lab into the main hospital, providing for more centralized care for our patients. Follow us on Facebook to learn more about the services we offer – www.facebook.com/LakeCityMedical.
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Growing to better serve YOU!
Text “ER” to 23000 for average ER wait* times
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Taking on a new name and a new direction.
SPIRE DENTAL GROUP Formerly Aspen Dental Group
Dr. Robert J. Harvey Dr. Rameek McNair • We listen to your thoughts and concerns. • We use the latest techniques. • Restore damaged and discolored teeth. • Our office provides a warm, pleasant, and caring atmosphere. • See what cosmetic options are available.
Insuring your life helps protect their future. Open 6 Days A Week Monday-Saturday Evening appointments available
It can also provide for today. A life insurance policy with living benefits can help your family with a variety of needs, both long-term and short-term. Let us show you how. We put the life back in life insurance. CONTACT AN AGENT TODAY. ™
John Kasak, Agent 904 SW SR 247 Branford Hwy Lake City, FL 32025 Bus: 386-752-7521 www.johnkasak.com
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1788 S.W. Barnett Way • Hwy. 47 South
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State Farm Life Insurance Company (Not licensed in MA, NY or WI) State Farm Life and Accident Assurance Company (Licensed in NY and WI) Bloomington, IL
We Are With You For Life. At Lake City Medical Group, we are dedicated to preventing, diagnosing and treating diseases that affect adults and adolescents.
Lake City Medical Group Services • • • • • • • •
Blood pressure, cholesterol and heart disorders Diabetes, anemia and thyroid disorders Arthritis, bone, joint and back disorders Abdominal pain and other GI disorders Headaches and migraines Kidney and urine disorders Asthma and breathing problems “Welcome to Medicare” exams
Now Offering Online Scheduling It’s fast. It’s simple. It’s hassle-free. (Scan QR Code for more information)
Stephanie Finnell, MSN, ARNP | Jennifer Watson, ARNP-C | Ernest de Leon, MD* | Victoria Umstead, ARNP-BC *Board Certified in Family Medicine
(386) 758-6141
| 4225 NW American Lane, Lake City, FL 32055 www.LakeCityMedical.com/LCMG
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We recognize taking the time to get to know a patient is a huge aspect of what makes the healing process a positive one. The other aspect is treating a wide range of medical needs with the most advanced surgical treatments available. That means everything from cancer detection and treatment to hernias and gastrointestinal problems. Here are just a few if the most common medical conditions and surgical treatments Dr. Soler offers his patients: n Cancer Detection and Treatment
n Colonoscopy and Gastrointestinal (GI) Endoscopy
n Breast Cancer Management
n Polyps
n Benign Breast Disorders
n Gallbladder Removal
n Hernia Surgery Laparoscopic
n Abdominal Pain Management
n Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia, & Anti-Reflux Surgery
n Hemorrhoids
n Colon Cancer
n Diverticulitis
When being admitted to a hospital, you can request us for your surgical provider. Call for Appointment (386) 755-6682
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I.H. Crowetz, CLU
Under New Direction
Registered Representative
(386) 755-3476
C/C
AND ASSOCIATES INC.
Bette J. Carlson, M.S, R.D. Administrator
Individual and Group Benefits
• Life • Health • Dental • Disability • Pensions 323 South Marion Ave. Lake City, Florida 32025 Fax: (386) 755-3625
Stacey R. Johns R.N. Director of Nursing
40 Years Combined Health Care Experience term inpatient Newly • Short rehabilitation Remodeled • Long term nursing care
We Accept Medicare, Medicaid, BC/BS, Tri-Care, Private Pay
(386) 752-7900 1270 S.W. MAIN BLVD. LAKE CITY, FLORIDA
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Martin ORTHODONTICS
• Adults • teens • Children
Clear Braces & Invisalign
CelIA MARTIN, D.M.D.
“Creating Beautiful Smiles Since 1979”
755-1001 CREDIT PLANS
701 SW SR 47 Lake City, FL 32025
MeMbeR Of AMeRICAN ASSOCIATION Of ORTHODONTIST
flORIDA ASSOCIATION Of ORTHODONTIST
www.martinorthodontics.com
Your family’s health means everything to us.
For comprehensive family care, you can feel confident turning to Lake Shore Primary Care West. And now, we are proud to welcome Michael C. Ukaegbu, M.D., to the group. Dr. Ukaegbu provides services ranging from routine exams to the careful management of chronic conditions. He is dedicated to helping families like yours achieve and maintain good health – for life. Same-day appointments are often available. And for your convenience, you can call or schedule your appointment online.
221 SW Stonegate Terrace, Suite 101
386-292-7744 ShandsLakeShorePhysicians.com Michael C. Ukaegbu, M.D. Internal Medicine
Jennifer Scott, ARNP Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner
Member of the Medical Staff of Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center and Member of the Allied Health Staff of Shands Lake Shore Regional Medical Center
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When Experience Matters
John S. Poser, M.D., P.A., F.A.C.S. Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgeons, Inc. Most Insurances Accepted
Dr. Poser is now accepting patients in Lake City at Southwest Family Denistry 389 SW Chapel Hill • Lake City, FL 32025
Gainesville
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Call for appointment
352.372.3672
"We will beAT CAnCer... TOgeTher." mArk e. ThOmpsOn, DO
Board Certified in Radiation Oncology
Fighting cancer begins with will. At The Cancer Center at Lake City, we will do everything in our power to help you beat cancer. Our compassionate approach is guided by leading-edge research and technology, providing care that’s tougher on cancer and easier on you.
Member of the Sarah Cannon Research Institute.
For more information, call 386-758-7822 or visit us online at CAnCerCenTerLAkeCiTy.COm Area’s only Varian Truebeam - radiotherapy technology providing powerful cancer treatments with the patient experience in mind. Coming late Spring/early Summer 2015. Tm
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With Allstate life insurance,
love wins.
I can help you protect your growing family at an affordable price. Do you have enough life insurance? It’s one of the best ways to provide for your family if something happens to you. With the right coverage, love wins. Call me today for affordable options. Faye McKnight 386-758-7779
Availability from a particular company varies by product. Subject to availability and qualifications. Life insurance issued by Allstate Life Insurance Company, Northbrook, IL, and Lincoln Benefit Life Company, Lincoln, NE. In New York life insurance issued by Allstate Life Insurance Company of New York, Hauppauge, NY. Guarantees are subject to the claims-paying ability of the issuing company. © 2011 Allstate Insurance Co.
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Excellence Through Senior Advocacy Your partner in Home Health Care Solutions Offering industry leading programs and clinical standards
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Lake City • 386.754.6671 Our Senior Advocacy philosophy addresses challenges by looking beyond the obvious needs of the patient to become advocates in all dimensions of physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Our goal is to promote independence, allowing seniors to age in place as long as possible. License # 299991704 26 Lake City Reporter Health & Wellness 2015
How schools can maintain eco-friendly environments for students Parents and educators alike want to create healthy learning environments for kids in schools. A healthy school environment promotes healthy students, and such students are in a good position to do well in school. Recognizing the importance of environmental health programs at schools, the United States Environmental Protection Agency developed a comprehensive strategy to develop healthy school environments for children. That strategy encourages faculty, staff, parents, and students to work together to maintain their school environments, which the EPA feels can lower rates of absenteeism, improve student health and academic performance, improve teacher retention and job satisfaction, and save schools money through energy and water conservation and efficiency. The following are just a few of the many suggestions the EPA has made to encourage healthy school environments. More information is available at www.epa.gov. • Practice effective cleaning and maintenance. Cleaning products are essential to a healthy school environment, but only if schools choose the right products. Certain products contain chemicals that can cause health issues affecting the eyes, nose and throat and trigger headaches or asthma attacks. When choosing cleaning products, schools should rely on products with little or no volatile organic compound, or VOC, emissions as well as products that are biodegradable, boast
neutral pH levels and contain no known carcinogens. When cleaning school buildings, do so when buildings are unoccupied, and remove dust from hard, impermeable surfaces with a water-dampened cloth. Paint chips should be wiped up with a wet sponge or rag, and parents can encourage schools to use only vacuums with high-efficiency particulate air filters. • Prevent mold and moisture. Moisture stimulates mold growth and provides a nurturing environment for mites, roaches and rodents. Mold and moisture in a school can contribute to respiratory ailments, so school officials should make sure schools are routinely inspected for moisture problems, such as leaky plumbing or leaks in the roof. Moisture-generating appliances, such as dryers, should be vented to the outside of the building, where gutters, downspouts, scuppers, and storm drains should be maintained. Downspouts should drain away from the building to prevent moisture issues and the possible formation of mold inside the school. • Reduce environmental contaminant hazards. Chemical and environmental contaminant hazards pose a threat to anyone, but especially so to children, whose bodies are still developing. School officials can take steps to reduce exposure to harmful gases like radon, a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas that occurs naturally in soil. Radon can enter schools through cracks or other openings in buildings’ foundations,
which should be inspected routinely. Another potential hazard schools should be on the lookout for is aging plumbing systems and leaky pipes. Many students and school staff drink a substantial amount of water at school, where water supplies can be contaminated by poor plumbing systems. Even if a school’s water supply is not contaminated, a leaky plumbing system can contribute to mold growth spurred on by water loss from leaky pipes. • Ensure adequate ventilation. Poor ventilation in a school can lead to poor indoor air quality, which has been linked to a host of health problems, including coughing, eye irritation, headaches, and allergic reactions. Inadequate ventilation and filtration systems also contribute to airborne mold, infectious diseases and carbon monoxide poisoning. Schools should have their ventilation systems routinely inspected to ensure they are functioning at full capacity and should implement a regular schedule for inspecting and changing filters. In addition, ensure that ducts and the interior of air-handling units or unit ventilators are clean, and make sure books, papers and other items do not block ventilators. Keeping a school environment healthy requires a team effort that includes administrators, teachers, staff, parents, and students. But working together to promote positive school environments can make a dramatic difference in student and teacher health and performance.
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For more information, call 386-758-3490 or visit www.gentiva.com FL Lic # HHA206340963
IF YOUR FEET HURT,
THIS COULD BE THE PROBLEM
See Dr. Scott B. Samera Samera/Foot & Ankle Lake City Mediplex
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Branford Family Medical Center 303 Suwannee Ave. NW
Branford, FL • (386) 234-1713 www.samerafootankle.com
Accepting most insurances.
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Would you like new skin? RENEW • RESURFACE • REJUVENATE Lisa Schlink
Your New Home For:
• Healthy Food & Snacks • Vitamins & Supplements • Body, Skin & Hygene Products • Herbs, Teas & Aromatherapy • Sports Nutition & More Visit Us at Village Square (Behind Applebee’s)
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• Microderm • Chemical Peels • Micro Current Facials • Extractions REMOVE: • Skin Tags • Spider Veins • Blackheads • Acne Spots
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Why you should skip crunches (and what to do in their place)
Abdominal crunches have long been a staple of many people’s workouts. Crunches have been credited with helping to reduce belly fat and sculpting the perfect midsection. But sit-ups and crunches have never been the optimal exercises for developing strong abdominals. Each exercise requires more strength from the front of the abdomen than the side oblique muscles. This can cause a strength imbalance that may lead to back problems down the road. According to research from San Diego State University, the traditional crunch is the least effective way to strengthen the rectus abdominus as well as the obliques. Many people do not adhere to proper form when doing crunches. Performing crunches in an unsafe manner may lead to more than a few sore muscles, as it’s easy to slip a disc in the spine or pull muscles that result in problems that may not show up immediately. Crunches also can reinforce bad habits that can result in poor posture. Crunches may be one way to sculpt impressive abs, but they may not be so effective at targeting the inner abdominal muscles that really lead to a strong core. It’s important to do exercises that also will target the transversus abdominus muscles, the innermost flat muscles of the abdomen. Several other exercises are more effective at working the core muscles without causing the back strain associated with crunches. • Planks: Planks help stabilize the core and require more muscle activation in the obliques than traditional crunches. Practicing this position also can help lower the risk of lower back pain because it targets the abdominals while putting no pressure on the spine. Planks require no specialized equipment. To perform 32 Lake City Reporter Health & Wellness 2015
a plank, hold your body in a pushup position while resting on bent forearms. Hold your body in a straight line and pull in your stomach to create tension in the midsection. Keep the plank position for as long as possible. Vary the regular plank with side planks to target obliques. • Leg raises: Leg raises isolate various ab muscles. You can raise legs only a few inches off the ground and hold or alternately lift the legs to a 90-degree angle and slowly lower. Experiment with different variations of leg raises, such as scissoring or rotating the feet, for even more resistance. • Vertical crunches: Instead of lying on the floor to perform crunches, hang from your arms or hands on a pull-up bar to take pressure off of the spine. Get into the hanging position and then draw your knees up into the chest. Lower knees and repeat. An alternative is to lift the legs with legs extended instead of knees bent. • Woodchoppers: This exercise puts your body in the same position it would be in if you were chopping wood with an ax. It can be performed using a cable machine or a medicine ball. Begin by holding the ball or cable handle up high and with both hands, then pull down to the opposite side of the body while rotating your torso and pivoting hips in the direction of the turn. Repeat a few times and then switch to the other side of the body. • Dragon flags: A dragon flag is essentially a leg lift in reverse. Made popular by martial arts master Bruce Lee, dragon flags start with men and women lying on a bench or the floor where they can grab onto something near their heads. Keep your shoulders and back planted to the bench. Slowly lift your legs in the air and then lower back down. Dragon flags require time and conditioning to master but can effectively sculpt abdominal muscles.
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What is the right age for braces? Dental braces have been used for decades to correct various alignment and spacing issues in the teeth. Braces can be crucial to the future of one’s oral health and prevent serious issues down the line. Roughly 25 percent of the people in North America who get braces are adults. But braces still are geared toward young people and getting them on the road to straight and properly aligned teeth early on. Braces correct a number of problems, including realigning the jaw and alleviating overcrowding of teeth. Crooked teeth can trap food and debris between them, making it harder to floss and brush. Wearing braces also corrects the bite. If teeth or jaws are not aligned correctly, it can lead to difficulty chewing food or create jaw muscle pain. Braces also may boost self-confidence because they can remedy appearance issues that may prove embarrassing. Parents eager to get their children on the road to straighter teeth may wonder when is the right time to get their kids braces. Many kids are getting braces earlier and earlier, but when to get braces typically depends on the child and the shape of his or her teeth. The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that children see an orthodontist for an evaluation by age seven. The best time for braces will be when the orthodontist and parents collectively decide it’s time to correct the misalignment of a child’s teeth. 34 Lake City Reporter Health & Wellness 2015
Some orthodontists prefer a two-stage approach to orthodontic treatment. They may use a dental appliance or a preliminary amount of braces to begin moving the teeth while a child still has most of his primary teeth. The second stage begins when all the permanent teeth are in. The thought is to shorten the overall duration of treatment. Other orthodontists follow the traditional approach of putting on braces once all the primary teeth have fallen out. This occurs between ages nine and 14. This is often a less expensive approach because braces need only be applied and removed once. A number of studies have shown that, for common problems alleviated with orthodontic work, youngsters are better off waiting until all of their permanent teeth have come in. Antonio Secchi, a professor of orthodontics at the University of Pennsylvania, notes that if parents choose to treat crooked teeth too early, the child may need another phase of intervention a few years down the road. Some problems, like crossbites, overbites or severe overcrowding, warrant early intervention. Scheduling an orthodontic visit early on means children can get the care they need when they need it. The orthodontist will be able to monitor how teeth are growing in and map out the best treatment plan for all. Braces can help fix an imperfect smile and alleviate oral health concerns. Parents should speak to a dentist or make an appointment with an orthodontist to evaluate their children’s treatment needs.
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How a healthy diet helps you and the environment The right dietary choices can not only improve your health but the environment as well. But urbanization and increasingly busy schedules force many people to seek the most convenient, and not necessarily the healthiest, foods. The growing reliance on processed foods may be hurting humans and the planet they call home. Processed foods tend to be loaded with starches and preservatives, increasing consumers’ risk of diabetes and being obese. In addition, many prepackaged foods are shipped from faraway processing plants, and vast amounts of fuel must be consumed for products to get from those plants to local grocery stores. But subtle shifts in dietary habits and trends can decrease mortality rates and reduce global greenhouse gas emissions resulting from food production. Adopting alternative diets that feature a higher ratio of fish, whole grains and locally grown produce can greatly reduce an individual’s carbon footprint. The “New Nordic Diet” is one example of a growing dietary trend that has the potential to improve the health
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of humans and the environment. So says Henrik Saxe, an associate professor who specializes in sustainability at Copenhagen University. Researchers found a reduction in greenhouse gases of at least 6 percent with the New Nordic Diet, as compared to typical diets in Denmark. The following are a few ways average men and women can eat to promote their own health while simultaneously protecting the environment. • Adopt climate-friendly eating habits that rely on more domestic, in-season foods. • Cut down on meat consumption. • Eat organic foods as much as possible. • Avoid seafood harvested from fish farms which can negatively impact your own health and marine life. • Grow your own fruits and vegetables. • Shop at local markets that support nearby farms and farmer’s markets. • Purchase products with the least amount of packaging.
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Immunizations important for adults, too New parents can easily become overwhelmed by the number of pediatrician visits their children need. By the time a child celebrates his or her fifth birthday, he or she has seemingly been administered dozens of immunizations. But even though people get the majority of their vaccinations while they are very young, that does not necessarily mean they can’t still benefit from immunizations later in life. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention notes that humans never outgrow their need for vaccinations. Although certain vaccinations may no longer be necessary, others may be necessary into adulthood. Certain vaccinations, which can safeguard individuals from longterm illness, hospitalization and even death, are now recommended for all adults. The following are some of the immunizations you may need as you age. Influenza According to the CDC, roughly 226,000 people are hospitalized in the United States due to influenza, while thousands more die from the flu and its complications. Flu vaccines protect against various strains of the flu virus, and the vaccine is recommended for just about everyone between the ages of six months and older, including middle-aged adults. People age two and older are now advised to get the nasal mist version of the vaccination. However, adults age 50 and older should not get the mist. Individuals who are severely immunocompromised, not feeling well or those who have an allergy to eggs should speak to their doctors before getting a flu vaccination. Pneumococcal disease Pneumococcal disease is an illness caused by bacteria that can spread from the nose and throat to the ears or sinuses. If the bacteria spreads to other areas of the body, like the lungs, it can cause pneumonia. Pneumococcal disease also can cause meningitis if it affects the spinal column. Adults 65 and older 38 Lake City Reporter Health & Wellness 2015
need one dose of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine followed by the pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine. Shingles Shingles is caused by the varicella zoster virus, the same virus that causes chickenpox. Individuals who have had chickenpox are at risk for developing shingles later in life. The virus can cause a painful skin rash and blisters. Other symptoms include chills, pain, fever, and even loss of vision. Because shingles most often occurs in people age 50 and older, the shingles vaccine is recommended for those in this age bracket. People who have medical conditions that weaken the immune system or those who take immunosuppressive drugs also may benefit from the shingles vaccine. Pertussis (whooping cough) The CDC estimates that there are between one and three million pertussis cases in the United States each year. All adults between the ages of 19 and 64 need a one-time whooping cough booster vaccine, particularly if they will be in close contact with infants younger than 12 months. Adults are the most common source of pertussis infection in infants. Whooping cough for adults can last for several weeks or even months, causing unnecessary discomfort and leaving sufferers gasping for breath. HPV Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is a common virus spread mostly through sexual contact. Few may know they have the disease, as it rarely produces symptoms. However, certain types of HPV can cause cervical cancer, genital warts and cancers of the penis, anus and throat. The HPV vaccine is recommended for both males and females between the ages of 17 and 50. Vaccinations are not just for kids. Adults should discuss their immunization records with their physicians to determine which vaccinations they need to maintain optimal health.
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Winter superfoods for optimal health Illnesses seem to peak during the winter months. A tapped-out immune system as well as dry, cold air may encourage the spread of common viruses and bacterial infections more easily. As a result, it’s important that men, women and children take every step possible to ward off sickness when the temperatures drop. Dietary changes can make a world of difference, and more and more people are including these proven superfoods in their winter diets. • Avocado: Avocado has high levels of essential fatty acids and vitamin B6, which is important in the biosynthesis of important neurotransmitters. Foods high in B vitamins may be able to counteract some of the symptoms of winter-related depression. • Pomegranate: This quirky fruit has vitamins C and K, folate and potassium and is a good source of fiber. Pomegranate has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help in reducing joint pain and preventing strokes. Pomegranate may also help the body fight viruses. • Cinnamon: Cinnamon has high levels of antioxidants, and some studies point to cinnamon as a natural antibacterial agent. Cinnamon also can help regulate blood-glucose levels, which is beneficial for those with diabetes. • Prunes: Now widely referred to as “dried plums,” prunes are an important source of boron, which could prevent osteoporosis. High in antioxidants, prunes help the body fight a variety of illnesses. • Cabbage: Cabbage may be a key element in the fight against cancer. Cabbage has phytochemicals that can protect the body against cancer-causing free radicals. It’s also a good source of dietary fiber, which can stimulate a sluggish digestive system. • Butternut squash: This food is packed with carotenoids, which are stellar antioxidants. The starches in this squash also have been found to have anti-inflammatory properties. • Chestnuts: Chestnuts are worthy of inclusion in anyone’s diet. Unlike many nuts, chestnuts are relatively low in fat but have high levels of protein. They’re also packed with vitamin C and B vitamins. 40 Lake City Reporter Health & Wellness 2015
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Allergy and Urgent Care William Sanders, MS PA-C Allergy Specialist Local Address: 213 SW Main Blvd. Lake City, FL 32025 386-961-9809 Medical School: University of Florida
Audiology Debra K. Griffin, Au.D.
Audiology Board Certified: American Academy of Audiology Hearing Solutions, Inc. 183 NW Veterans St. Lake City, FL 32055 386-758-3222 Education: University of Florida
Audiology & Balance Kendall P. Varney, M.S., AU.D. North Florida Hearing & Balance Center Board Certified: American Academy of Audiology 132 SW Columbia Ave., Ste. 101 Lake City, FL 32025 386-754-6711 Education: U of F/ University of South Florida
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Balance Center Debra K. Griffin, Au.D.
Audiology Board Certified: American Academy of Audiology Hearing Solutions, Inc. 183 NW Veterans St. Lake City, FL 32055 386-758-3222 Education: University of Florida
Chiropractic David B. Morse, DC
Chiropractor Board Certified: Chiropractic Physician David B. Morse 444 SW Alachua Avenue Lake City, FL 32025 386-719-5656 Education: Parker University
Dentistry John A. Batlle, III, DMD
Dentistry Southwest Family Dentistry 389 SW Chapel Hill Street Lake City, FL 32025 386-752-1220 Education: University of Florida College of Dentistry
Dentistry
Dermatology
Terri Massey Andrews, DMD
J. Anthony Trott, M.D.
General Dentistry Oak Hill Dental Group 272 S.W. Bentley Place Lake City, FL. 32025 386-752-3043 Education: University of Florida College of Dentistry
Lorrie Cason Wheeler, DMD General Dentistry Oak Hill Dental Group 272 S.W. Bentley Place Lake City, FL. 32025 386-752-3043 Education: University of Florida College of Dentistry
CMSMG Dermatolgy Local Address: 480 S.W. Main Blvd. Lake City, FL 32025 386-758-1965 Education: Meharry Medical College
Family Practice Bienvenido M. Samera, M.D., P.A. Family Practice - General Practice Branford Family Medical Center 303 Suwannee Avenue Branford, FL 32008 386-935-1093 Education: Manila Central University Philippines
Stephen B. Demmi, DMD, PA
General Dentistry 437 SW Perimeter Glen Lake City, FL 32025 386-961-9669 Medical School: University of Florida College of Dentistry
Dynamic Health Centers Family Practice Dynamic Health Centers 2806 W. US Hwy 90, Suite 102 Lake City, FL 32055 386-438-8391
Robert J. Harvey, DDS
Dentistry Aspire Dental Group 1788 SW Barnett Way Lake City, FL 32025 386-752-2336 Education: Marquette University, Wisconsin
Todd A. Perla, MD Family Medical & Weight Loss Clinic, Inc.
Origins Family Medical & Weight Loss Clinic, Inc. 194 SW Wall Terrace Lake City, FL 32025 (386) 719-9227
Rameek McNair, DDS
Dentistry Aspire Dental Group 1788 SW Barnett Way Lake City, FL 32025 386-752-2336 Education: University of San Francisco
William C. Storoe IV DDS Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Board Certified: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery National Dental Board of Anesthesiology William C. Storoe IV DDS PA 1779 SW Barnett Way, #102 Lake City, FL 32025 386-961-9199 Education: MetroHealth Medical Center, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio
Laura A. Parks, ARNP Family Medical & Weight Loss Clinic, Inc.
Origins Family Medical & Weight Loss Clinic, Inc. 194 SW Wall Terrace Lake City, FL 32025 (386) 719-9227
M. Patricia Bedoya, M.D. Family Practice 183 N.W. Gwen Lake Avenue Lake City, FL 32055 386-752-0442 Education: Javeriana University Bogota, Columbia
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Internal Medicine Minesh Patel, MD, MBA
Internal Medicine & Primary Care Board Certified Internal Medicine Primary Care Medicine 404 NW Hall of Fame Dr. Lake City, FL 32055 386-754-DOCS (3627) www.PrimaryCareMedic.com Education: St. Joseph Mercy, Pontiac Michigan
Obstetrics & Gynocology Ashima Singla, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology Board Eligible, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology All About Women, OB/GYN 4447 NW American Lane, Ste. 102 Lake City, FL 32055 • 386-754-1744 AllAboutWomenMD.com Medical School: Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences, Rohtak, India
Gynocology Massage Therapy Rocky Mansfield
Massage Therapist LMT MA75018 - MM32402 152 SE Hernando Ave. Lake City, FL 32025 386-438-7188 Education: Florida School of Massage
Jean C. Cook, MD
Gynecology Board Certified, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology All About Women, GYN 4447 NW American Lane, Ste. 102 Lake City, FL 32055 • 386-754-1744 AllAboutWomenMD.com Medical School: University of Florida
Oncology Waseem Khan, M.D.
Jamie L. Taylor, LMT
2086 SW Main Blvd., Suite 106 Lake City, FL 32025 386-365-2000 Education: Florida School of Massage, Gainesville, Florida
Cancer Care of North Florida 298 SW Stonegate Terrace, Ste. 103 Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-1655 Education: University of Florida
Vernon Montoya, M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynocology
Cancer Care of North Florida 298 SW Stonegate Terrace, Ste. 103 Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-1655 Education: University of the East
Anthony B. Agrios, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology Board Certified, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology All About Women, OB/GYN 4447 NW American Lane, Ste. 102 Lake City, FL 32055 • 386-754-1744 AllAboutWomenMD.com Medical School: University of Southern California
Uma Iyer, M.D.
Cancer Care of North Florida 298 SW Stonegate Terrace, Ste. 103 Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-1655 Education: University of Madras, India
Joseph S. Iobst, MD
Obstetrics and Gynecology Board Certified, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology All About Women, OB/GYN 4447 NW American Lane, Ste. 102 Lake City, FL 32055 • 386-754-1744 AllAboutWomenMD.com Medical School: Temple University
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Sheila Roberts, ARNP
Cancer Care of North Florida 298 SW Stonegate Terrace, Ste. 103 Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-1655 Education: University of Florida
Ophthalmology Eduardo M. Bedoya, M.D.
Ophthalmology Board Certification: The American Board of Ophthalmology Eye Center of North Florida 876 SW State Road 247 Lake City, FL 32025 386-755-7595 Education: Cayetano Heredia Peruvian University Lima, Peru
Optometry Ronald R. Foreman, O.D. Optometry Board Certified: Optometry North Florida Eye Care 763 S.W. Main Blvd., Suite 101 Lake City, FL 32025 386-752-1722 Education: Illinois College of Optometry
Orthodontics Celia S. Martin, DMD
Orthodontics Board Certification: American Board of Orthodontics Martin Orthodontics 701 SW State Road 47 Lake City, FL 32025 386-755-1001 Medical School: University of Florida, College of Dentistry
Pathology B. Hong, M.D.
KWB Pathology Associates 471 SW State Road 247 Lake City, FL 32025 386-438-5788 Education: Zhejiang Medical Univ. of China University of Florida College of Medicine
Frank A. Broome, III, O.D. Optometry Board Certified: Optometry North Florida Eye Care 763 S.W. Main Blvd., Suite 101 Lake City, FL 32025 386-752-1722 Education: Southern College of Optometry
Kimberly M. Broome, O.D. Optometry Board Certified: Optometry North Florida Eye Care 763 S.W. Main Blvd., Suite 101 Lake City, FL 32025 386-752-1722 Education: Southern College of Optometry
Julie Owens, O.D.
Optometry Board Certified: Optometry North Florida Eyecare 763 S.W. Main Blvd., Suite 101 Lake City, FL 32025 386-752-1722 Education: Nova Southeastern University
Oral & Maxillo Facial Surgery William C. Storoe IV DDS Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Board Certified: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery National Dental Board of Anesthesiology William C. Storoe IV DDS PA 1779 SW Barnett Way, #102 Lake City, FL 32025 386-961-9199 Education: MetroHealth Medical Center, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio
Plastic Reconstructive Surgery Dr. John S. Poser, MD
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Board Certified: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
12921 SW 1st Road, Tioga, FL 32669 386-372-3672 Education: Northwestern University College of Medicine
Podiatry Scott B. Samera, DPM, PA, LLC Podiatry 303 Suwannee Ave. NW, Branford, FL 404 NW Hall of Fame Dr., Lake City 386-234-1713 Education: New York College of Podiatric Medicine NY, Residency: James A. Haley Veterans' Administration Hospital, Tampa
Respirartory Therapy Christopher Umstead, RRT North Florida Medical Sales 347 SW Main Blvd., Suite 101 Lake City, FL 32025 386-755-4995 Education: Respiratory Therapy
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Orthopaedic Medicine
Orthopaedic Surgery
Edward J. Sambey, M.D.
Tristan A. Altbuch, M.D.
David L. Roberts, M.D.
Jeffrey C. Glenn, D.O.
Primary Care Orthopaedics The Orthopaedic Institute 146 SW Orthopaedic Court Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-9215 Education: Queen's University
Primary Care Orthopaedics Board Certified - Emergency Medicine The Orthopaedic Institute 146 SW Orthopaedic Court Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-9215 Education: University of Florida College of Medicine
Plastic/Reconstructive Surgery Adil Kabeer, M.D.
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Board Certified - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery The Orthopaedic Institute 146 SW Orthopaedic Court Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-9215 Education: University of Wales, UK
Hand Surgery Rodger D. Powell, M.D.
Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery Board Certified - Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand Surgery The Orthopaedic Institute 146 SW Orthopaedic Court Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-9215 Education: UF College of Medicine
Rheumatology Rizwan Mansoor, M.D.
Rheumatology Board Certified - Rheumatology The Orthopaedic Institute 146 SW Orthopaedic Court Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-9215 Education: Dow Medical College
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Orthopaedic Surgery Board Eligible - Orthopaedic Surgery The Orthopaedic Institute 146 SW Orthopaedic Court Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-9215 Education: Florida State University College of Medicine Orthopaedic Surgery Board Certified - Orthopaedic Surgery The Orthopaedic Institute 146 SW Orthopaedic Court Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-9215 Education: Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Frank D. Ellis, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Board Certified - Orthopaedic Surgery The Orthopaedic Institute 146 SW Orthopaedic Court Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-9215 Education: Jefferson Medical College
Edward M. Jaffe, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Board Certified - Orthopaedic Surgery The Orthopaedic Institute 146 SW Orthopaedic Court Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-9215 Education: University of Florida College of Medicine
Timothy Lane, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Board Certified - Orthopaedic Surgery The Orthopaedic Institute 146 SW Orthopaedic Court Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-9215 Education: University of Florida College of Medicine
Jason Shinn, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Board Certified - Orthopaedic Surgery 146 SW Orthopaedic Court Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-9215 Education: University of Florida College of Medicine
Troy Trimble, D.O.
Spine Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery Board Certified - Orthopaedic Surgery The Orthopaedic Institute 146 SW Orthopaedic Court Lake City, FL 32024 386-755-9215 Education: Western University of Health Sciences
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