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PROSPER Top Docs 2017

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Top Docs 2017

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A Look at Fresh Healthy Cafe

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Prosper Person of the Year 2016

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Spending Time Together

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ON THE COVER Pinnacle Performance Center in Prosper Photo by Chris Fritchie Studios

Letter From The Publishers

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Town Matters

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Happy New Year Prosper!! It’s time to usher in a brand new year…2017 is here! And you know what that means – it’s time for the 5th Annual PROSPER Magazine’s Prosper Person of the Year!! We have many wonderful nominees again this year – check them out on page 32 and then get online and VOTE for your favorite! We will take the top 4 nominees from the online polls into the finals…visit www.WeAreProsper.com to cast your ballot. You have until January 20th to vote, then our selection committee takes over. They will decide who the winner is and we’ll announce it in our February issue, so be on the lookout!

PROSPER Magazine’s PROSPER PERSON OF THE YEAR 2016 VOTE TODAY!! www.WeAreProsper.com As we close out 2016, we are reminded of all of the wonderful gifts and blessings the year brought us. But amid all of the happiness, we also experienced great loss…this was a year that took the lives of two amazing men who we considered special friends and were true Prosper jewels – Dave Williams and Bill Hays. Both were true southern gentlemen and were sweet, giving souls. We loved them both so much and Prosper won’t be the same without their presence. However, each left a legacy for our town and it’s now up to us to carry on in their honor. Whether it is filling the need for local non-profits as Mr. Williams generously did year after year, or teaching our students about our town’s history as Mr. Hays did – we owe it to them and to our town. They were both highly respected individuals and they both loved Prosper deeply. We are going to live 2017 in their honor!

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By Mayor Ray Smith

If you’re like the majority of Americans, you’ve probably included “get healthier” or “exercise more” or “lose weight” or “eat better” as part of your New Year’s Resolutions. If so, I’ve got some tremendous news for you!

Rather than be among the 98 percent of Americans who abandon their resolutions by mid-February, be among the 2 percent who keep them. And while you’re getting healthier, exercising more, losing weight and eating better, you can be helping Prosper repeat as the state champion in the IT’S TIME TEXAS Community Challenge!

Last year, I challenged Prosper to win it all, and you came through. When I heard about the challenge, in which towns and cities compete against other similar-sized communities to demonstrate healthy habits, I immediately jumped at the chance to participate. One thing I told everyone last year was that I was not aiming for a participation trophy. I was in it to win it!

So, this year we’re gearing up to compete and win it again. The program runs for 12 weeks, starting on Jan. 9 and concluding on March 31. The challenge rewards those communities who not only practice good healthy habits and lifestyles, but actively keep track of their progress on the program’s website – www.ITTCommunityChallenge.com.

Last year’s win in our category earned us statewide recognition as the Healthiest Small Community in Texas, and we also won a large banner, the championship trophy and a $1,500 check. During a Council meeting after our victory was announced, we presented the $1,500 to Reynolds Middle School for their use in developing and implementing health-related programs. Reynolds was the Prosper ISD school that exhibited the most enthusiasm for the contest.

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This year, IT’S TIME TEXAS has increased the financial award to $1,800.

If we win it again, we’ll do the same thing as last year – present the funds to the PISD school showing the highest level of energy, enthusiasm and participation in the contest. Let me emphasize again, we are not shooting for a participation trophy, we’re going for a repeat of the state championship!

I know from my days as a highly-competitive athlete, you can’t do the same things you did during your championship season and expect to win again.

To repeat the feat, we must increase participation and commitment, we have to take it to the next level, we have to dig deep and, well, you get the picture. Other cities have us in their sights, and other Mayors are pulling out all the stops to knock us off.

That’s where you come in. Be sure to record all your good health habits, and after registering on www.ITTCommunityChallenge.com, log on and post your healthy selfies, keep track of your weight loss and show your commitment to good nutrition. That’s how you earn points for the Town’s championship bid. Individuals, families, companies, churches, organizations, school administrators, teachers, students, business owners, charitable and service organizations can all be part of our effort. Simply registering on the website earns us 1,000 points. Additional points can be scored by logging your healthy activities and uploading your healthy selfies. Take your phone with you to the gym, as you walk your dog, when you toss the football with the kids, and when you choose a salad instead of a burger, snap a selfie and post it. There is no limit to how many you can upload.

Join me on Jan. 9 and stick with it until March 31. It’s a win-win for all of us!

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Pinnacle Performance Center, owned and operated by Bryan Webb, is not a traditional gym! They are a private personal training studio specializing in strength and conditioning, weight loss, nutritional coaching, sport-specific training, and mobility enhancement. Each time their clients come in, they receive an unparalleled experience working with their elite trainers in their very own training suite. This means their clients never have to worry about distractions, someone stealing their equipment, or feeling awkward inside the gym. They get results by focusing on the individual and motivating their clients to achieve their maximum potential through fun, engaging workouts.

Bryan founded Pinnacle Performance Center on the idea that you don’t necessarily have to be an athlete to train like one. It is their belief that every person is a unique individual, and should be treated as such. They are passionate about improving human performance and they love helping their clients overcome obstacles they once thought impossible. Their vision is to create a community where individuals can push past their comfort levels, break down performance barriers, and change their lives. Their mission is to recognize the indomitable spirit that lies within every individual and to call that out through fitness by providing personalized coaching to every client who walks through the door.

Bryan Webb grew up a native Texan, and attended the University of North Texas, which is where he met and fell in love with his wife, Miranda. In addition to training, they love being outdoors with their dog, Dakota, and their horse, Sapphire. Bryan earned his Bachelors of Science degree in Kinesiology from UNT as well as 2 specialty certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine: 1) Performance Enhancement 2) Corrective Exercise He has nearly 10 years of personal training experience. During that time, he has worked with kids as young as 8, who are just starting out in sports, to people in their 80’s whose goal was simply to be able to go for a walk without being out of breath. He has also trained athletes at every level of competition – from high school to college, professional and even Olympic level athletes.

Bryan and Miranda are still very new to Prosper, but they love being a part of such a wonderful community! The small town feel where so many people care about each other and want to see you succeed is a rare find these days. They think Prosper has a bright future ahead as it continues to grow, and feel blessed to be a part of that. If the last 10 years has taught Bryan anything, it’s this one undeniable fact: anyone can improve their health and performance as long as they are willing to push themselves to excel!

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TOP DOCS 2017 Trevor P. Bodine, DDS, MS

Dr. Trevor P. Bodine, or Dr. “B” as he’s known around the office, feels very blessed to be in the wonderful profession of orthodontics. He has such a sense of pride and satisfaction to be able to affect so many people by improving their smiles, giving them more confidence in themselves.

Dr. Bodine really enjoys the relationships he is able to develop with patients and their families while they are in treatment.

Bodine Orthodontics is committed to providing the very best care and quality service to all of their patients. The staff is warm and inviting with an emphasis on personal attention and making sure that the patients are educated about their treatment. The office features open treatment rooms and parents are always welcome chairside to observe their child’s visit. Dr. Bodine treats children, teens and adults using the latest techniques including self-ligating brackets and Invisalign as well as top of the line clear and traditional braces to produce outstanding results.

Dr. Bodine is honored to be a member of several prestigious orthodontic study-groups in order to maintain the highest level of education and training in techniques, materials and patient care to insure the Bodine Ortho is delivering service and care second-to-none.

Dr. Bodine attended undergrad at Texas A&M University where he completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Science and then went on to complete his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree (DDS) from Baylor College of Dentistry, graduating at the top of his class. Dr. Bodine completed his education at Saint Louis University Center for Advanced Dental Education following a 27-month orthodontic residency program where he received his Master of Science degree and Certificate of Orthodontics.

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Dr. Bodine exhibits a strong sense of involvement and recognizes the importance of not just being a guest in the communities he serves, but rather an active and productive member of the community. Dr. Bodine and the team at Bodine Orthodontics have built our reputation on giving back to the community. We are your neighbor and your friends, and are proud sponsors and partners with every local elementary, middle school and high school in Prosper and Celina as well as numerous community organizations like the Prosper Ladies Association, Cornerstone NCT and the Celina C.A.R.E. organization.

Outside of the office, Dr. Bodine most enjoys spending time with his wife, and high school sweetheart, Courtney and their two daughters, Madeline and Evelyn. It was very important to Dr. and Mrs. Bodine to make their home in the same community Dr. B practiced in and they love seeing patients when out and about.

Every now and then Dr. B tries to squeeze in a round of golf. #SMILEON

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Dr. Brandon Stephans TOP DOCS 2017 Dr. Stephans is Prosper’s longest serving chiropractor. He has owned Functional Health Centers, located in downtown Prosper on Broadway, since 2010. Dr. Stephans graduated from Parker College of Chiropractic in 2005. He and his wife, Angie, have two daughters – Sophie (3) and Rylee (19 months).

At Functional Health Centers, they take a unique approach to healthcare in that they look at the underlying cause of the issue, as opposed to looking at just the symptoms the way traditional healthcare does. With all of the recent changes in healthcare, Dr. Stephans began noticing that patient care was suffering and becoming unaffordable. With that conclusion, he decided to make a change in their office – make healthcare affordable and allow patients to receive the care they need. The result? Happier and healthier patients!

Contact Functional Health Centers today to schedule your appointment!

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Jill H. Sentlingar, DDS Lara T. Coseo, DDS Cara Kessler, DDS TOP DOCS 2017 Dr. Jill Sentlingar opened Prosper Family Dentistry in 2004 with the goal to create a practice grounded in relationships and provide a true family atmosphere. The entire team at Prosper Family Dentistry understands that no one really wants to come to the dentist, so they strive to make each visit feel like you are being welcomed into a friend’s home. From the welcoming “Hello!” you receive when you walk in all the way to the comforts provided in the dental chair, the team and doctors at Prosper Family Dentistry want you to feel at home.

Dr. Jill, Dr. Lara and Dr. Cara spend quality time with their patients getting to know about their family, their work, their fears and their desires because they truly believe that quality healthcare starts with a solid relationship built on mutual trust. The doctors then work with The doctors and team at Prosper each patient to evaluate current concerns, provide education on any risk factors that may Family Dentistry would be honored to become future concerns and cooperatively make the best decisions for each individual’s care for you and your family. Their normal health. Many people avoid the dentist due to embarrassment about the condition of hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30am their teeth or fear from a bad experience. The team at Prosper Family Dentistry – 3:00pm. For more information and to read understands this and would love to help you move forward from wherever you are their reviews, visit their website. currently, so that you can enjoy a lifetime of healthy smiles.

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Steve Duffy, M.D., FACS General Surgeon

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Do you find yourself constantly suffering from gastroenterological issues like heartburn or acid reflux? If so, take control of your health by trusting Steve Duffy, M.D., FACS, and his surgical expertise.

Dr. Duffy graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Texas Medical Branch for his medical degree and later completed his surgical residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center. A former Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Military, Dr. Duffy was deployed at one of the busiest trauma hospitals in the world while deployed in Afghanistan.

Published in numerous medical journals, Dr. Duffy is a Diplomate of the American Board of Surgery and was recognized multiple times as an ‘Outstanding Resident.’ Contact Methodist McKinney Hospital today and let Dr. Duffy’s comprehensive approach to health work for you.

Dr. Duffy specializes in the following: Heartburn/Gastroesophogeal Reflux | Advanced Laparoscopic Techniques | Hernia Repair | Gallbladder Dysfunction | Skin Lesion and Lipoma Removal | Thyroid and Parathyroid Removal | Robotic Surgery | Hemorrhoids and Anal Pathology | Breast Surgery | Upper/Lower GI Conditions

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Yamini Maddala, M.D. Gastroenterology Dr Yamini Maddala’s focus is to provide the latest medical, advanced endoscopic treatments for various gastroenterological conditions, advocating colon cancer awareness and screening. She performs endoscopic retrograde cholangiography and capsule endoscopy. In addition, she has expertise in treating celiac disease, functional bowel disorders, inflammatory bowel diseases and liver diseases.

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Dr. Maddala is an American Board Certified Gastroenterologist practicing in McKinney, Allen and Prosper affiliated with Digestive Heath Associates of Texas (DHAT). She resides in Allen with her husband and two children.

EDUCATION • M.D., University of Health Sciences, India • Internal Medicine Residency, University of Medicine & Dentistry, New Jersey, NJ • Gastroenterology Fellowship, Allegheny General Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA • Advanced Fellowship, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN • Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopy: Endoscopic Ultrasound and ERCP Dr. Maddala specializes in the following: Gastroenterology | Liver Disease | Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Pancreatic Disorders | Celiac Disease | Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Colon Cancer/Screening | Crohn’s Disease

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Wesley Merritt, M.D. Pain Management Wesley Merritt, M.D., knows that pain management requires more than pharmaceuticals. His extensive experience in pain management includes many varied techniques and he’s dedicated to finding the best treatment for each unique case of spinal pain, cancer pain and more.

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As a board-certified anesthesiologist, Dr. Merritt has specialized experience in interventional pain management. He received his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma and went on to complete an internship in General Surgery at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in Tulsa and a residency in Anesthesiology at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock. He furthered his training by completing a fellowship in Interventional Pain Management at Texas Tech University and since then has been voted one of D Magazine’s “Best Doctors in Collin County” on numerous occasions. Dr. Merritt is both a diplomat of the American Board of Anesthesiology and a Fellow of Interventional Pain Practice.

Dr. Merritt’s specialty is the trial and placement of spinal cord stimulators in treating chronic pain. Instead of just treating pain after it starts, he focuses on relieving the root of the problem. Let Dr. Merritt’s specialized pain management expertise get to the root of your pain problem. Contact Methodist McKinney Hospital today.

Some of Dr. Merritt’s areas of expertise: Lower Back Pain | Spinal Stenosis | Neuropathic Pain | Ischemic Limb Pain | Abdominal & Pelvic Cancer-Related Pain | Headache Pain | Chronic Pancreatic Pain | Pudendal Neuralgia Chronic Tailbone Pain

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Jon C. Thompson, M.D. Orthopedic Surgeon

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If you’re suffering from an injury, why trust your health and recovery to anyone but the best? Jon C. Thompson, M.D. is double boardcertified in orthopedic surgery and orthopedic sports medicine, and his extensive training and experience means your injuries are met with top treatment.

Dr. Thompson graduated with honors from Dartmouth College in Hanover New Hampshire, and then received his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University in Bethesda Maryland. He proudly served the brave men and women in the United States Armed Services before joining a leading orthopedic practice in McKinney, Texas.

Don’t tolerate your pain any longer. Contact Methodist McKinney Hospital today and explore your options – let our expertise work for you.

Dr. Thompson specializes in the following: Shoulder Arthroscopy and Surgery | Knee Ligament and Cartilage Injuries Elbow and Wrist Surgery | Sports Medicine | Adult and Pediatric Fracture Care Arthroscopic Surgery | Orthopedic Urgent Care Hours Available

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TOP DOCS 2017 Manju Pandey, M.D.

Dr. Manju Pandey

When choosing a physician to treat you and your family, trust Manju Pandey, M.D. to provide the level of consideration and care that you deserve. Her focus on developing a trusting relationship with her patients, along with her fully comprehensive approach to healthcare delivery, helps set her apart from other family practitioners.

Dr. Pandey obtained her medical degree from Nepal Medical College in Kathmandu, then completed her residency in Family Medicine at the University of Minnesota – St. Cloud. She is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and has a special interest in women’s health and emergency medicine.

Dr. Pandey is focused on providing high quality medical care and education to the residents of Prosper and surrounding communities. If you need medical care, let Dr. Pandey’s expertise work for you. Contact Prosper Family Madicine today.

Dr. Manju Pandey is proud to be affiliated with Methodist McKinney Hospital and its network of physicians. Methodist McKinney Hospital is located in the beautiful Stonebridge Ranch community. Come experience a neighborly environment designed with the comfort of your family in mind.

Dr. Pandey specializes in the following: Acute Illness Cholesterol Diabetes Disease Prevention General Healthcare Women’s Health Hypertension

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Dr. Tom Bietsch When seeking a high quality orthodontist in the Prosper, Celina, Gunter, Frisco and McKinney, go no further than Dr. Tom Bietsch at Bietsch Orthodontics. Dr. Bietsch has over seventeen years of experience in orthodontics combined with his caring and attentive staff will give you the very best orthodontic care and treatment possible.

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Dr. Bietsch lives in Prosper and moved here from California two years ago. Prior to living in Texas, he lived and had a private practice in Rancho Cucamonga, California for fourteen years where he treated thousands of patients in the community. Community involvement has always been very important to him. While in California, he volunteered as a board member of various committee’s within the California Dental Association, as well as being involved in the American Dental Association and the American Association of Orthodontists.

Dr. Bietsch is not only dedicated to creating beautiful smiles, but passionately committed to making a difference to those less fortunate and in need. That’s why making 50+ sack DrBbraces.com lunches every Sunday and hand delivering them to the men, women and children who are homeless and hungry in Dallas, is such an important tradition for Dr. Bietsch 221 N. Preston, Suite A, and his family. Dr. Bietsch not only supports families and charitable organizations Prosper, Texas locally but internationally. He provides funds for corrective cleft palate surgeries PROSPER CHIROPRACTIC 972.347.2222 on babies and kids in impoverished countries every month for the last five Dr. John Perriton years and through Bietsch Orthodontics, will continue to support this cause ADVETISMENT and these children.

Brad Hanstad, O.D. Todd Brantley, O.D. Paola Diaz, O.D. Benjamin Lundeen, O.D. Lone Star Vision has proudly served Celina and Prosper since 2013 with the same quality eye care they’ve been providing in Plano for the last 20 years. Dr. Todd Brantley opened the Celina location shortly after he and his family made the move to Celina. Lone Star Vision has received several awards including “New Business of the Year” by the Celina Chamber of Commerce in 2013 and was voted the Readers’ Choice Winner for Vision Care Provider for 2014 and 2015 by Star Local Media.

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The focus at Lone Star Vision is to provide every patient with personalized care in a familyfriendly environment, using the most modern procedures, equipment and technology. The doctors and staff carefully examine every patient and educate them on the best solutions for their vision needs. Lone Star Vision offers eye care services including: comprehensive eye exams, a wide selection of glasses and sunglasses, contact lenses, pediatric eye services, and treatment of eye diseases.

Dr. Brantley grew up in Fort Worth and married his high school sweetheart, Wendy.

Together they have a daughter, Makenna. He received his Bachelor of Science degree and Doctorate of Optometry from the University of Houston. Dr. Brantley is heavily involved in the community and proudly supports the Celina QB Club, C.A.R.E, local schools programs and the Chamber of Commerce. He regularly donates time and services to Grace Bridge Eye Clinic to provide glasses and exams to those in need.

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TOP DOCS 2017 Dr. Thomas Chandler

Dr. Tom Chandler was born and raised in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. He completed his undergraduate studies at Indiana University, where he received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology in 1996.

Dr. Chandler earned a scholarship from the Army to attend the Case School of Dental Medicine in Cleveland Ohio. While at Case he served as class president for three years, and student council president his last.

He received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 2001. Dr. Chandler was commissioned as a Captain, and served as Dentist for the 75th Ranger Regiment at Ft. Benning, GA where he completed his active duty commitment. He received an Army Commendation Metal for clinical excellence and service, along with the Army Physical Fitness award all three years. Following his service Dr. Chandler completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency Program at Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, 2004. He went on to receive his Fellowship Award from the Academy of General Dentistry in 2005. Dr. Chandler has active memberships in the American Dental Association, Academy of General Dentistry, Texas Dental Association and Dallas County Dental Society.

Dr. Chandler married his wife Jennifer in 2006, and they have two beautiful boys Vince and Max. He loves spending time with his family!

He also enjoys music, sports and the outdoors. Dr. Chandler and his family moved to Prosper in 2014, and he loves everything about the area. He enjoys practicing and being involved in the community where he lives. His patients are his friends, and he likes seeing them in the office and around town. Dr. Chandler believes what makes his practice different from others is that he has a wonderful team of individuals who truly care about their patients, and making the office a warm comfortable environment to have your dental work done. He offers a wide variety of Dental Services at his practice. Everything from cleanings, fillings and root canals; to braces, extractions and dental implants.

Whatever your circumstances are, they will be able to meet your needs. For those patients who have anxiety towards treatment, they offer several options to make your visit comfortable, including Nitrous Oxide, Oral and IV Sedation.

A happy, well informed patient is the key to a successful Dental Practice. Dr. Chandler believes what sets him apart from others is his philosophy on Dental Care. He lives his life by the Golden Rule of the Bible - Do to others as you would like them to do to you (Luke 6:31). When treating his patients, he pretends he is the one in the chair. How he interacts and treats them is the same way he would want someone to treat him. Rarely does this philosophy not allow him to have a successful outcome, and hence a happy patient.

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Dr. John Perriton graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelor’s in Exercise Science and completed his doctorate at Parker University. Before coming to Prosper, he worked with a chiropractor in Highland Park specializing in care for athletes at SMU. After that, he ran a successful clinic in Allen. Dr. Perriton is also a licensed acupuncturist and is currently pursuing a chiropractic sports practitioner certification.

Dr. Perriton has been married to his wife Liz for five years, and they have At Prosper Chiropractic, Dr. Perriton strives to treat patients on an individual basis with two rambunctious little boys, Knox and state-of-the-art techniques, utilizing spinal decompression, flexion/distraction, cold laser Jace.

He enjoys serving at his church and for tissue healing, and physical therapy to support long-term healing and wellness. He participating in a variety of sports. strongly believes in the importance of getting to know his patients individually in order to help them move past their pain or physical limitations to accomplish their ProsperChiropractic.com life goals. He strives to make patients feel at home in a supportive and family-like PROSPER CHIROPRACTIC 221 N. Preston, Suite D, Prosper, Texas atmosphere.

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With the field of medicine always changing, Dr. Shyam is dedicated to improving the delivery of healthcare in order to serve our North Texas communities in a superior and effective manner. With expertise in primary care and urgent care, she believes in a patient-centric approach that allows treatment to be optimized on an individual basis while impacting her patients’ health in a positive and caring way. With fluencies in English, Hindi and Urdu, Dr. Shyam brings extensive experience and a passion for medicine to Prosper via LuminCARE. LuminCARE, a division of the integrated Lumin Health system, features convenient primary and urgent care, as well as occupational and preventative medicine, all in same clean, comfortable setting. By providing comprehensive medical attention wide range of illnesses and injuries, as well as vaccines, physicals and more, LuminCARE is Prosper’s ideal choice for the whole family.

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Dr. Michael McGuiness, a board certified dermatologist, has been practicing in Texas since 1996. Before he decided to pursue medicine, Dr. McGuiness earned a degree in mechanical engineering and worked as an engineer for Texaco. After a few years with Texaco, Dr. McGuiness decided to change career paths and earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center – Houston. He completed his medical internship at SUNY (Stony Brook, NY) Medical Center before moving onto his internal medicine residency at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his dermatology residency there as well. His professional affiliations include fellow of American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), American Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS), American Society of Cosmetic and Dermatologic Surgery, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) and American Cutaneous Oncology Society (ACOS).

Dr. Sanober Amin joined the team after spending the past three years practicing dermatology in Minneapolis MN. After completing her undergraduate at Loyola University in Chicago, Dr. Amin received her PHD and MD at University of Illinois. She treats patients of all ages and is excited to assist you with your dermatological needs. She is available at the Prosper office on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and the Plano office on Tuesdays..

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Jennifer Snipes, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant who joined McGuiness Dermatology in December of 2013. A Georgia native, Jennifer completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Public Health at the University of Georgia in Athens, GA. Jennifer received her Masters of Physician Assistant Studies from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Boston, MA. During her clinical experience, she obtained her dermatology training at Brigham and Women’s Hospital. Jennifer is board certified by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Her professional memberships include the American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA), the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA), and the Texas Academy of Physician Assistants (TAPA). Jennifer has special interests in skin cancer prevention and education.

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Dr. Corbridge is passionate about helping patients achieve confident smiles. He and his wife Stephenie moved to Prosper in 2011 and love raising their kids in this wonderful community. Dr. Corbridge opened Corbridge Orthodontics in Frisco 5 years ago and enjoys serving the families here. Having received his education and training from some of the finest universities in the country, including BYU, UCLA School of Dentistry, and Baylor College of Dentistry, you can be confident you are trusting your smile to a professional.

The mission of Dr. Corbridge and his team is to make you love your smile!

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Dr. Corbridge offers metal braces with fun colors, or clear braces and Invisalign for those looking for a more aesthetic alternative.

In addition to transforming smiles, Dr. Corbridge loves giving back to his community. Each year he partners with Ronald McDonald House of Dallas, Frisco Family Services, and local schools through volunteering and donations. He is currently the co-chairman for the North Texas Dental Society’s “Give Kids a Smile” program which provides dental services to local children in need.

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Remember When

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arming began to gain momentum around the turn of the century. Keep in mind that farming was the most popular way to make a living during this time. Ranching was beginning to fade and there was no industry in the area. The only jobs available were working in the communities that had business establishments and there were not many of those. So, farming was basically the only revenue available. Cotton was the major crop from the late 1800’s and was “king” for about one hundred years until the 1990’s.

Wheat, oats and corn were also grown in the area but not as much as cotton.

Maize was also grown but not as popular as cotton, corn, wheat and oats.

Life on a farm was not easy. It was a solitary life. These farmers worked six days a week from sunrise to sunset. Sometimes they even worked seven days a week if a crop had to be harvested. Most farmers grew most of their own food and had vegetable gardens with all types of vegetables, such as potatoes, peas, green beans, onions, tomatoes, watermelon, cantaloupe, lettuce, cabbage, etc. In addition, they had fruit and pecan trees, some of which were native and some that were brought from the east when they came to this area. The wives canned many of the vegetables and fruits to be used for a later time. The farmers (both husband and wife and children who were old enough to do the chores and work in the field) started very early before sunrise. Each one in the family had certain chores to do each day. Most farmers had cows, pigs, chickens and horses to feed and care

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for. The cows supplied milk and cream (for butter) and also beef for food.

The pigs were a major source of food as “hog killings” were held about the time the first cold snap hit the area. Chickens supplied the eggs and a source of food. Basically, the horses were used to work in the field and for transportation to and from town, church or family gatherings. During the early years the horse and buggy was a major transportation mode until the train and automobiles came into the area in the early 1900’s.

After breakfast, there were always chores to be done, slopping (feeding) the pigs, feeding the cows horses and chickens. Then it was off to the fields to work all day, except for lunch. The wife would cook breakfast, complete her chores, go help in the field, return home to prepare lunch and then go back out to the field. She would come home in enough time to prepare supper.

Afterwards, they had additional chores such as gathering eggs and feeding all over again. They also had a garden to maintain and this took time. They essentially had no social life. First of all, they had no time and second it was so far to the neighbor’s home.

The only type of social life was church activities and Sunday was normally set aside for church. Most of the farmers were very religious and believed in God and set aside Sunday for a time of worship. Church would be an all day affair. They would come to church in the morning on their horses

or horse and buggy, attend church service and then they would have a lunch. Every family would bring food and they would spread the food and have a large social gathering. In the afternoon, there would be games for the children.

The women would sit around and talk and the men would socialize by playing games such as dominoes, horse shoes, washers or baseball. They had to leave early enough to return home in time to do the evening chores. There were some school activities but not as much as church.

For water, most farmers dug a well. They also put gutters around their house to catch the rainfall and the water from the roof flowed into a cistern.

They had to heat the water for baths and for washing dishes and clothes. Most houses had a fireplace that was used for heating the house and for cooking. Later on, cook stoves became available and wood would be placed in the cook stove. There was no electricity so lamp oil was used for lighting and then kerosene lamps were used.

Washing clothes was done outside in a large cast iron pot. This was heated by wood and lye soap was handmade. The clothes were rinsed and usually hung on the fence to dry or if you were lucky you had a clothes line. This was two poles in the ground a few feet apart with a clothes line (cloth or steel) running from one pole to the other and the clothes were hung on this line. I can remember clothes being hung out to dry on a cold winter day and the clothes would freeze on the barbed wire fence.

The only post office was in Rock Hill. Rock Hill was a community that was just beginning and was located at the intersection of Preston Road and Rock Hill Road. This was about two miles south of Prosper, although you must remember that Prosper was not founded until 1902. So, people to the north of this intersection had to travel miles to get mail and news from the outside was slow coming in. In 1893, Prosper finally got a post office and it was located at the corner of Coleman Street and Prosper Trail.

Bill Hays is the author of 2 books, which document the history of Prosper Texas: Its History and Families, Volumes I and II. To purchase a book, please contact Bill Hays at: Billhays@prodigy.Net or 972-569-9062.

It is in sadness and disbelief that Bill Hays passed away on December 23rd. We lost a true Prosper treasure, as so much our town’s history lies with him, and we are grateful to have heard his stories.

Bill, you were a wonderful friend and colleague.

We miss you and will continue to miss your partnership and contributions. Our condolences to your family.

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2016 Prosper Person of the Year

The Prosper community is filled with compassionate, giving, successful leaders. PROSPER Magazine is excited to recognize for the 5th year in a row, the individuals who help to shape our community every day in a positive manner.

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The nominees for Prosper Magazine’s Person of the Year are:

Dave R. Williams Although Dave has recently lost his battle with cancer, many are finally learning what many of us knew about what an amazing pillar of our community that he was. Dave's generosity of time and money with many of the charities in our community will be missed. He also helped shape our town by building beautiful homes and setting a standard for homes in the Prosper area. He has left an amazing legacy for his family, friends & community to be proud of.

Hulon Webb Executive Director of Development and Community Services. Dedicated his life and career to Prosper and our kids. Spends everyday trying to make a Prosper a better place for residents, visitors and staff.

Jennifer Sanchez Executive Director of Development and Community Services. Dedicated his life and career to Prosper and our kids. Spends everyday trying to make a Prosper a better place for residents, visitors and staff. (Although Jennifer has been nominated, as a past winner in 2013, she is being recognized as an Honorable Mention.

Amy Jukes Her passion for this community and for serving others is how I aspire to be!

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Chris Kern Chris Kern has contributed to the Prosper community in many many ways from volunteering at the schools to Lions Club to Cornerstone leadership roles. He and his wife are always willing to step up and not only help but to lead others to serve. He is humble and you will never find him bragging about the things he is doing - often behind the scenes. Additionally, he is often present at town events serving and listening to residents and supporting the things the town is doing. He has been integral in helping the Historical Society in their projects with the town. Chris quietly serves with no recognition and deserves to be recognized for all the ways he gives to our community.

Dr. Michael Goddard He's an amazing man that does so much for the kids and schools of Prosper!

Dr. Trevor Bodine He gives back so much to the community, donates funds and his time. So many times when people cannot afford treatment to straighten their kids teeth he helps them out. Supports PISD and Cornerstone. Dr. B truely cares about the kids and people of this community.

Bill Hays He has single handedly insisting Prospers history be preserved for future generations to enjoy. Soon no one will be from Prosper as people are moving in from out of state. It will be a generation or two before folks can say that IF they stay.

Bill has served our city, state and country and needs to be considered for this honor.

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She spends countless hours pouring into the children in and around Prosper. She is the head of the children's ministry at Prestonwood Baptist Church. She goes above and beyond running the children's program. It is evident that she truly cares about the children and wants to make an impact on their lives. Reaching out to the little ones in our community is crucial to their development. Meghann works hard to Know the children by name. Her care doesn't stop at the church doors. She reaches out to families and equips them with resources that they can use in their parenting. We have personally been blessed by Meghann since we moved to the area. I know many other families can say the same.

Holly Ferguson If you have ever met Holly Ferguson, you will never forget her... and she will never forget YOU! Mrs. Ferguson, who is the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction for PISD, makes an unforgettable, positive impact on all who come into contact with her.

As a former principal in the district, she was truly a servant leader, offering the best of herself to her students, staff, and families each and every day. Give her a few minutes and she can still name every former student, their parents, and their siblings! That same level of care and attention to detail she gave to all as a principal, is now impacting the entire district. She plays a major role in bringing quality professional development to staff members for continued growth that directly impacts student success. She empowers PISD educators by giving them multiple opportunities to grow and learn in order to enhance the level of instruction our 21st century students deserve. Aside from all she does for Prosper education, she leads with integrity and has a heart the size of Texas! She genuinely cares for the families of Prosper and so many of her subtle and unknown random acts of kindness make her a true Prosper Person of the Year! If possible, I’d like to keep this nomination anonymous. Thank you for your consideration!

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Kenny Thacker The reason for this nomination is because EVERY Sunday he welcomes encourages and edifies the congregation and town people of Prosper to build and grow together as a community. He teaches 1 Corinthians to love one another to look out for one another and to congregate together on one accord.

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5 important benefits of family time With work, school, homework, after school activities, friends and more, there are countless activities that compete for time on the family calendar.

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Family Bonding Spending time partaking in everyday family leisure activities has been associated with greater emotional bonding within families. Both “core” leisure activities, such as playing a board game, watching television, gardening or playing outdoors and “balance” activities, which require a greater investment of planning, time and money, such as a family vacation or trip to an amusement park or sporting event, can have a big impact on the overall health of a family, according to research published by the National Council on Family Relations. Simply making it a habit to display interest in the well-being of your family members can lead to a willingness to share problems and build mutual respect between parents and children.

Academic Performance Children whose parents spend time with them and take an interest in their education tend to do better in school and complete higher levels of education than those whose parents spent their time at home pursuing their own hobbies, according to a study published on familyfacts.org. Providing essential guidance through studying and assisting with homework, as well as incorporating educational games, can provide children a positive

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Communication Skills Children learn how to behave and communicate by watching their parents interact with each other and others. Family bonding time is a way to model expected behaviors, and spending time together as a family can help parents relate more to their children and open the lines of communication.

Spending a few minutes together once everyone is home for the day, whether for dinner or a scheduled family “meeting,” can help families learn to listen to, trust and understand one another, and build appropriate behaviors.

Risky Behavior On average, adolescents who communicate and spend more time with their families tend to exhibit lower levels of aggression and antisocial behavior than peers with less involved parents, according to familyfacts.org. A closer family relationship has also been linked to reductions in acts of violence, delinquent behavior, substance abuse and tobacco use. Communication and spending time together can help relieve feelings of anxiety or anger and reduce urges to participate in risky behaviors.

Making Memories One of the most important benefits of spending time together is also one of the simplest: creating memories that will last a lifetime. Whether it’s playing a game together, attending an event, going on vacation or just sitting in the living room or around the table talking and laughing, positive memories are beloved possessions that give family members a sense of belonging and can help reinforce the importance of family.

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Unplug from the digital world. Today’s technology-ridden world makes it easy for families to be present but not engaged. When you create a technology-free zone, you eliminate distractions so you can keep the focus on each other. Dedicate time every week to spend as a family without the use of TV, tablets, computers and phones.

Bond and bake together. There’s a little baker in everyone. After all, who can help but “woohoo” when you pull fresh cupcakes out of the oven? Take a little time to embrace your inner Doughboy, turn your kitchen into a fun zone and savor all the moments with your family.

One easy way to get started is with Pillsbury™ Purely Simple™ baking and frosting mixes, which use simple ingredients and contain no colors, preservatives or artificial flavors, providing a delicious homemade taste. They’re the perfect mixes to challenge your family to enjoy a kitchen full of laughter, anticipation and the delightful aroma of baked goods fresh from the oven.

Share family stories. Reminiscing about special family moments is an essential part of keeping those memories alive. Showcasing old photo albums is a great way to share fun and nostalgic memories, which can help bring your family closer together. Whether it was a trip to the mountains or visiting a nearby museum, discussing and reliving these memorable moments can evoke fond memories and a willingness to create new ones.

Set a day each week for family night. It’s easy to get caught up in a busy schedule, which is why consciously setting aside family time is essential.

Once it’s set, you may be tempted to turn the open night at home into an invitation to catch up on housework or even just relax. Avoid the temptation and instead look for fun ways to spend that time as a family. Start a puzzle or play a board game. Initiate a DIY project for the house, spend time baking or cooking a meal, or simply sit together and talk about what’s happening in the lives of those who matter most.

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