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An idea between three friends, who believed there was a market for better craft beer, began with humble beginnings in a Naples garage. Bone Hook was born with an original tasting room that has now made way for additional tanks and the opportunity to get even more creative with their brews. From Bone Fish Brewery’s beginning, the “Signature Six” have been the beers it pours into glasses and delights local Continued on next page

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craf t drinkers. Included in that six are Dirty Dave’s IPA, Sandbar Surfer (Kolsch), Honey Hole (Hefeweizen), Sun Dive (American Pale Ale), Round & Brown (American Brown Ale), and Chocolate Putin (Russian Imperial Stout). But what makes the brewery even more unique is their ability to offer an incredible menu of dishes that pair up with their signature beers. Working with the culinary team from Phelan Family Brands (the family-owned group behind Pinchers, Deep Lagoon Seafood, and Texas Tony’s), the menu is perfectly paired pub faire to complement their tasty brews. Each dish looks too good to eat! Starters on the menu include tasty deviled eggs topped with fried pepper bacon, loaded tater tots that are a must

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try. Other savory dishes including Blue Cheese Kettle Chips and the ever-impressive Jumbo Bavarian Pretzel served warm with the very own beer pub cheese. Of course you can’t have great craft beer without tasty Craft Burgers. The old Faithfull Burger and the Chevelle Burger are two that stand in a class all by themselves. Each is worthy of a podium to be admired and come to the table looking like a masterpiece. The flatbread pizzas are also a can’t miss, ranging from a classic margherita style to the smoked BBQ Chicken and Bacon. But don’t worry, they’ve got you covered if you’re looking for a hearty entrée. The Chipotle-rubbed Mahi is a “gotta’ have” recipe pulled from the

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pages of Deep Lagoon Seafood and keeps up the tradition of being a local favorite fish dish. You also can’t overlook the baby back ribs coming out piping hot from the grill to feast on with that pint of beer. Plans for the expanded brewery include extended hours, live music Thursday through Sunday, and plenty of seasonal and specialty beers brewed year-round. There will also be the “brewer’s lounge” which is expected to be a hot destination for private parties and group events. When finished, those that book the lounge will be right in the actual brewery with games, flat screen tv’s, and access to their wide array of fine crafted beer. Guests can not only enjoy the craft beer in the brew pub, but also can take home their favorite brew.

There’s no question that Bone Hook Brewing has all the wheels turning in their rustic industrial looking brew pub. And just like a great craft beer, they have all the ingredients to be extremely successful. As they say, “look for the hook” and make sure to check out southwest Florida’s only brew pub, Bone Hook Brewing C o m p a n y. V i s i t t h e m a t w w w . bonehookbrewing.com, on location at 1514 Immokalee Rd. in Naples, or call (239) 631-8522.

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Dr. Martinez is the only surgeon in SW Florida who utilizes patient specific instrumentation (PSI) while performing a reverse total shoulder replacement.

HIGH TECH SHOULDER REPLACEMENT W hen it comes to shoulder surgeries millimeters count, and surgeons have one shot to get it right. That’s why Dr. Robert Martinez spends countless hours on the computer, tweaking measurements and practicing certain procedures before going into the operating room.

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Dr. Martinez specializes in treating and repairing shoulders at Gardner Orthopedics. He is the only surgeon in SW Florida who performs the “reverse total shoulder” operation using patient specific instrumentation or PSI. The modern reverse total shoulder originated in France as a way to treat patients with a broken or fractured humeral head, or shoulder. Dr. Martinez began doing the same locally, then gradually expanded the procedure for use in shoulders with torn rotator cuffs where arthritis has also set in. The surgeon explains, “The major reason that regular artificial shoulders don’t work in patients as they get older, is that the rotator cuff wears out allowing the ball to come up and hit the collar bone.” Dr. Martinez is one of only a few orthopedists who have not only embraced, but also regularly performs the reverse

shoulder saying in amazement, “It looks crazy, but it works.” In this surgery, he places a socket where the ball used to be and a ball where the socket used to be. The geometry of this backwards-looking apparatus allows the shoulder to pivot and use the deltoid alone to lift the arm. The surgery is quite unique and requires a lot of time, ef for t, and planning before going into the operating room. The process begins with a CT Scan that is then sent to a company in Europe, which takes anywhere from 4-6 weeks to generate a 3D model of the patient’s shoulder. They also provide a 3D guide that directs Dr. Martinez in the exact placement of the guide pin. Success of the surgery is dependent upon getting this pin in the right spot. If the prosthesis is not aligned properly the shoulder still won’t work properly after surgery. Dr. Martinez says, “I sit at my computer and go into the 3D model electronically to tweak the position of the prosthesis. In the operating room I put in the guide pin and all my instrumentation revolves around it. It gives me so much peace of mind when I do the surgery.” Use of the 3D model also allows Dr. Martinez to see and correct other deformities. He explains, “Arthritis in the shoulder acts like sand paper, with the two bones rubbing together. Because the shoulder blade is smaller and thinner it wears out. If you put a prosthesis where bone is worn out, the shoulder is unstable.” In this instance, the surgeon has to perform a bone graft. He says, “I create real estate, adding bone so I can put the prosthesis where it should be for best function.” The bone used for the graft comes from the ball of the shoulder. It has to be removed for the surgery, so Dr. Martinez says, “Instead of getting bone from the bone bank or throwing this piece of bone away, I have what I need for the graft right in front of me. It’s the patient’s own bone, it’s alive, and the healing rate from this is 94%.”

Rehab is a little slower for patients who have bone grafts, as it takes time for the graft to attach to both the existing bone and the metal prosthesis. However, within 5-6 months after reverse shoulder surgery, patients can resume most of their normal activities. They have relief from their shoulder pain and wonder why they waited so long to get help. If you are suffering from shoulder pain and have limited mobility, it’s time to get some relief. Call Dr. Martinez at Gardner Orthopedics.

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Dr. Martinez was born in Cuba where his father was a professor of orthopedic surgery at the University of Havana. As a teenager, the budding doctor would help his father in surgery as a scrub tech. Dr. Martinez went to medical school at Southwestern Medical School in Dallas and received his orthopedic training at the University of New Mexico. When not taking care of patients, Dr. Martinez’ joy lies in spending time with his family; he has four children and four grandchildren.

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Looking for answers, Ganos went to a neurologist who was unable to identify any neurologic problems. Then his orthopedist suggested a visit to Dr. Magnant. “I had not even considered the fact that there might be an issue with my veins.” When Dr. Magnant met Ganos, he remembers, “I wasn’t really sure what our chances were of helping him. His symptoms were not classic for vein problems.”

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Ganos says, “I really didn’t see my veins protruding much, but apparently there was a problem.” He tried everything to get relief; medications, herbal remedies, but nothing worked. “My legs were heavy, they were dead, they were burning, and I was worried I would lose all use of them before much longer.” An ultrasound per formed by Vein Specialists revealed Ganos had leaky veins. Dr. Magnant later performed an endovenous ablation in which heat is used to seal the veins and stop the leaking. It worked. “The effect was immediate,” says Ganos. “The pain from the burning went away. And after my veins were fixed, there was an improvement in circulation that I think has really helped to relieve many of my other symptoms.” So many of Dr. Magnant’s patients come from orthopedists that he has coined the term “orthovenous disease.” He explains, “Many patients with venous disease are being assessed for knee or hip arthritis. In the process their physician often may notice varicose veins, swelling, or discoloration of the skin. If the x-rays don’t suggest an orthopedic cause of their leg symptoms, or even if they do have arthritis and vein disease, it may be appropriate to evaluate the venous side of the equation.” Taking care of venous issues, before or simultaneously to orthopedic treatments, can enhance healing, improve compliance with physical therapy and reduce perioperative risks such as wound complications or deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

He also recommends therapies such as compression stockings. “If a compression hose trial significantly improves their pain, it is a predictor of a good response to vein ablation therapy.” Venous disease is part of the total health and healing puzzle according to Dr. Magnant. He says, “Have an open mind and consider alternatives to the management of your leg pain. The opioid epidemic is real and if there is something we can do to fix the underlying problem without resorting to prescription pain meds, then it’s a win-win.” Ganos says, “My legs feel so much better. I can get up easier and climb stairs. Dr. Magnant made a huge contribution in my attempt to regain functionality in my legs. Modern treatments are so advanced and it is so easy to fix venous disease. I recommend to anyone having problems they can’t fix, to look into it.”

About Dr. Magnant Dr. Magnant grew up in Northern Virginia, the son of a pediatrician. Of his seven siblings, all but one is a medical professional and all graduated from the same medical school: Medical College of Virginia. Dr. Magnant went on to complete his Vascular Surgery fellowship at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. In 2006 the accomplished surgeon, his wife Patty, and their two children left Rome, Georgia to open Vein Specialists in Southwest Florida to be closer to his mother and father who had retired there. Dr. Magnant not only has a strong commitment to family, but also community, giving back whenever possible.

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o your eyes burn, itch, or water excessi vel y? You may be suffering from dry eye. This is a condition that is more than just irritating; it can damage the eye if left untreated according to Dr. Nicole E. Alessi of Collins Vision. “Dry eyes are a really big deal in Southwest Florida,” says the Florida native. She was born in Fort Lauderdale and was initially inspired to help people with their vision after watching her grandmother slowly loose hers. But she’s extremely passionate about helping people with dry eye because it’s a problem Dr. Alessi lived with for years. “I don’t want my patients to suffer like I was suffering.” Her vision changed while she was attending optometry school at Nova Southeastern University. The doctor says gratefully, “I was definitely in the right place when I had a problem. I was

able to work with exceptional people and it stemmed my passion.” Dry eye is a chronic disease process. “Not addressing it will slowly deteriorate the surface of the eye,” explains Dr. Alessi. “The top layer of the cornea will become irregular and distort the quality of vision.” It occurs when there is a problem with the tear film, a multi layer structure that protects your eyes. To help maintain the integrity of your tears, small glands secrete an oily substance. Those glands can become obstructed and in need of expression so they can work properly. But that is just one cause. There is a not a one size fits all treatment for dry eye. Dr. Alessi does a comprehensive analysis that includes looking at a patient’s lifestyle and when the symptoms tend to occur. She says, “The solution could be as easy as redirecting the vents in your car. If you

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About Dr. Alessi Dr. Alessi received her Doctorate of Optometry at Nova Southeastern University where she completed her residency in Low Vision and Geriatrics. Since then, she has completed extensive training and study in treating dry eye and was instrumental in establishing the Collins Vision Dry Eye Clinic. When not helping patients see better, she enjoys outdoor water sports and has two dogs that she describes as “my great joy.” She also loves to travel, most recently she visited the Netherlands in Belgium.

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Dr. Peter Ameglio per forms the SuperPATH® approach at Gardner Orthopedics. This procedure isn’t new. It was originally introduced in 2003 and Dr. Ameglio is the only surgeon in Southwes t Florida per forming SuperPATH. Its key lies in not dislocating the hip joint during surgery. In traditional hip replacements a dislocation of the hip is required. This results in injury to the joint capsule and small muscle attachments of the hip. Following the surgery done with traditional approaches, the patient is instructed in hip precautions or positions they should not place the hip to prevent joint dislocation. The SuperPATH approach does not carry these restrictions as the joint is never dislocated. The capsule and muscles are not injured during surgery making for a quicker recovery. Dr. Ameglio explains, “In this approach you don’t have to dislocate the hip joint and therefore it’s less traumatic.” The surgery is easier on the patient, the recovery time is shortened. When choosing to go the SuperPATH ro u te , D r. Wo r d e n s a y s , “ I w a s concerned about all of the possible complications with the other methods; dislocations, nerve damage, infection. You don’t have as much cutting or have to dislocate the hip during SuperPATH, so the hip is in there nice and tight.” In addition he says, “There are no restrictions post op. I can bend over and I can cross my legs without any risk of injury. That was important to me, along with getting back to work. I have a full time practice and didn’t want to be out any longer than necessary.” Dr. Worden spent one night in the hospital and in two weeks had a follow up with Dr. Ameglio saying, “I was very pleased with his expertise. He put a two-week bandage on the incision that was waterproof and had silver to combat bacteria. When he took it off, the wound looked clean as a whistle. It was a nice bonus.”

Dr. Worden’s recovery was quick. He needed very little pain medication. The doctor had his golf clubs on the driving range four weeks later; in six weeks he was playing 18 holes. He was back to work in 4 weeks. About the SuperPATH approach, Dr. Ameglio says, “We are excited to offer this procedure at Gardner Orthopedics. It just makes sense as far as injuries to the soft tissue. By moving the incision a little farther up and not dislocating the hip joint, it makes all the difference in recovery, and patients say the hip feels more natural.” Dr. Worden thought having the surgery in Fort Myers, rather than Naples, was easy and well worth the effort. He says, “I could not be happier with Dr. Ameglio. He is a well-trained surgeon, a good technician, and a thoughtful doctor who listens. I would recommend anyone in need of hip surgery to get a second opinion, but I think the SuperPATH is an awfully nice way to do it.”

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our boys – Lucio, Sergio, Alex and Daniel – watched their father work long hours, oftentimes 12 hours a day, in the tomato fields of Immokalee while their mother worked as a school custodian. José and Maria Martinez earned enough to put a roof over their heads and food on the table, but with limited English skills and no high school diploma, their career options were also limited.

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percent have earned bachelor ’s degrees. Nearly half of the population lives in poverty. All 29 seniors in the Tutor Corps class of 2018 are now in college. In fact, 100 percent of Tutor Corps students have matriculated to college over the past decade, and more than 92 percent have earned a degree. By comparison, the national graduation rate for low-income students is just 16 percent, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. “Tutor Corps sets ex tremely high expectations for our students, but it also provides them with opportunities to meet those expectations – mentoring, employment, college success workshops and help applying for financial aid and scholarship money,” said Jorge Perez, Tutor Corps college coordinator. “If they are willing to work hard and apply their talents, these students can attend college, earn a degree and work in the profession of their choice.”

Daniel Martinez, David Shopay, and Rebecca Shopay

Guadalupe Center begins laying an academic foundation at an early age, starting with the high-quality Early Childhood Education Program. An astounding 94 percent of its Pre-K graduates meet or exceed Collier Count y ’s kindergar ten readiness standards. An After-school Tutoring & S u m m e r En r i c h m e n t P ro g r a m supplements education for children in kindergarten, first and second grades. “The Martinez brothers’ achievements demonstrate superbly how Guadalupe Center creates endless possibilities through education,” Montecalvo said. “We are so grateful for the mentors who offer invaluable guidance and insight as these students progress through high school, as well as the generous individuals whose contributions help provide students with wages for tutoring children, fund college exploration trips and fund scholarships that ultimately make higher education a reality.” For more information about volunteering as a Tutor Corps mentor or contributing t o t h e Tu t o r C o r p s P r o g r a m , please call 239 - 657-7711 or visit GuadalupeCenter.org.

Daniel Martinez, working with students

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