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h is last month has been a test of endurance for many, brought on by Hurricane Irma. Mother Nature has a way of humbling us, reminding us who is boss and Irma certainly did that. Many local businesses were damaged and those that weren’t lost days, even weeks of business due to lack of power, internet or employees who could not make it in. Now, more than ever, is a time for us to come together and patronize local restaurants, retailers and service providers. I was moved in the days and weeks following the storm, by all of the out of state license plates on bucket trucks, helping restore our power. And now, as I still see so many out of state plates, my gratitude continues. However, as we try to rebuild and repair damages from the hurricane I encourage us all to seek out local businesses and local contractors, first. Switching gears, October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and I’ll be joining thousands of you who are going pink. In this issue of Living Local we introduce you to 4 Words Foundation, a local non-profit organization that helps residents pay for the diagnostic services that can detect breast and other cancers early. Early detection saves lives. Also, we will be holding our annual “Bubbles, Heart & High Fashion” on October 26th. Proceeds from this event will benefit 4 Words Foundation. Please make plans to join us! As a local business owner and proud Southwest Florida resident, I would like to thank you for your continued support, through the storms as well as the sunny days. Committed to Living Local,
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Caring For Patients G
reat business ideas are most often rooted in seeing and meeting a need. That’s how Premier MD Care was formed. There are essentially two parts to this business and they work together hand in hand: a medical spa overseen by Dr. Ivan Cvik and a concierge medical service operated by his wife, Dr. Jelin Israel-Cvik. The doctors met while doing residency for internal medicine in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Jelin laughs, “He started off as my boss but that has since switched around.” After tying the knot nearly 20 years ago, the couple stayed in Ohio to practice medicine, but like many from the Midwest, often visited Southwest Florida on vacation. In 2003, Dr. Jelin says, “We were tired of grey skies and long winters. We
wanted a quiet life and a good community for the kids.” So they packed their bags and moved to Southwest Florida where Dr. Ivan opened an internal medicine practice and Dr. Jelin found a job in a more corporate healthcare setting. As the years went by, Dr. Ivan became more and more interested in hormone therapy saying, “I was seeing a lot of people not feeling well despite everything we were doing. And for my female patients, there were no good options after menopause.” He also saw a growing interest in patients wanting to lose weight in a healthful, medically supervised setting. Dr. Ivan studied internal medicine because, “As a physician I can help the whole person. I can take care of a wide variety of conditions.” And with the aging population of Southwest Florida, weight and hormones can be key to overall health--so his focus began to shift. No synthetic hormones are used in his practice, as they tend to have unpleasant side effects. At Premier MD Care, they use bioidentical hormones obtained from natural sources (yams & soy) that closely mimic the hormones your body makes. Natural hormones are much safer, have fewer side effects and are more beneficial long-term. The small hormone pellets are inserted under the skin of the upper buttocks and are absorbed naturally by the body over time. Dr. Ivan says, “The hormone
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therapy generally last 6 months in men and 3-4 months in women.” Hormone therapy is used to treat patients with a list of symptoms including hot flashes, weight gain, sexual dysfunction, depression, fatigue and more. As her husband was transitioning his practice, Dr. Jelin was becoming disheartened with the direction traditional medicine was taking. She says, “Medicine was becoming an assembly line. The personal touch was gone and patients were frustrated; I was too.” It was her time to make a change and as it happened, there was room in her
husband’s office, so she took a leap of faith and established a concierge medical practice. Dr. Jelin limits the number of patients in her practice to ensure that she will have the time to provide exceptional care to the members of her practice. Concierge patients pay a modest monthly fee for enhanced services. Subscribing to this kind of medical care gives patients things they generally lack in other doctors’ office, such as personal care, face time with a professional who is not watching the clock, and direct access to a doctor, even after hours. Quick attention to problems can make a big difference when someone is sick. For instance, an elderly patient isn’t feeling well and may have to wait a week to get an appointment with their physician. In that time, they could develop pneumonia and end up in the hospital. A concierge doctor like Dr. Jelin can head those problems off at the pass. She provides both virtual services and house calls, at a fraction of what some other concierge doctors charge, and insurance is accepted.
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Working with her husband, she calls their two practices “synergistic” explaining, “We provide the full scope of services for patients, from internal medicine to the other (hormone, weight loss, cosmetic), they compliment each other.” Cosmetic medicine is a natural progression for patients who are feeling better physically; that is where MedSpa22 comes into play. The medical spa, overseen by Dr. Ivan offers skin care, laser skin & laser hair removal and injectables such as Botox, Dysport and fillers.
team have created a unique brand of caring for a person’s overall health and well-being.
Carrie Schuerfranz is Dr. Ivan’s cosmetic nurse injector and laser specialist. Having worked for plastic surgeons for twelve years she says, “I know the anatomy of the face. Everyone has unique features so I look at someone’s face, the contours, the texture of their skin and I create symmetry (with Botox and fillers). It’s like an art.” Educating the patient is important to her and calming their anxiety is her forte. Premier MD Care is both professional and welcoming. The husband and wife
When not working the doctor duo love to travel and love spending time with their three children. Dr. Ivan was born in Slovakia while Dr. Jelin hails from India. She has mad skills in the kitchen and enjoys cooking various healthy cuisines. Though she grew up in Washington, D.C., Dr. Jelin is a devoted Dallas Cowboys fan. Dr. Ivan has a talent for doing home renovations which he finds both relaxing and fulfilling. Reflecting on their combined medical practice and what keeps them going every day Dr. Jelin says, “It may sound cliché, but at the end of the day it really is about helping people feel good from the inside out”. n
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here are many different presentations of leg vein problems although the most recognizable is that of varicose veins. Other signs and symptoms of venous reflux disease (also known as venous insufficiency, CVI, venous incompetence or leaky veins) include swollen, achy legs, restless legs, night time leg cramps and urination, varicose veins, skin discoloration in the lower legs, and bleeding or ulcerations in the legs. Venous insufficiency is defined as failure of the valves in the veins to close tightly resulting in the backward flow of blood back down toward the feet. The end result is increased pressure in the veins in the lower legs and feet which causes water and protein to leak out into the surrounding tissues.
Over the past decade, our anatomic and physiologic understanding of venous insufficiency has been greatly improved as endovenous ablation (sealing of the veins) has been applied to patients with more obscure signs and advanced stages of venous insufficiency with excellent results. Superficial veins other than the great saphenous vein, such as the small saphenous vein, intersaphenous vein, anterior accessory saphenous vein and perforating veins are now
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treatable with endovenous ablation. Modern ultrasound evaluation of the lower extremity venous system by experienced vascular sonographers can accurately identify which veins are insufficient or leaking as well as the severity of the leak. Ultrasound directed sealing of the abnormal veins under local anesthesia has yielded far superior results than vein ligation or stripping, which are no longer required nor should ever be considered. With the introduction of minimally invasive treatments for venous insufficiency in 2000, and the increased acceptance and application of this technology of sealing rather than stripping of the saphenous veins there is no need for patients to suffer from their symptoms related to venous disease any longer. Patients likely to have venous insufficiency are those who have a family history of varicose veins, swollen legs or other signs of vein disease. Other risk factors for developing venous insufficiency are a history of pregnancy, obesity, sedentary occupations, advanced age, female gender and history of deep vein thrombosis or DVT. Patients may have varicose veins or other signs such as skin discoloration, brawny and thickened skin, diffuse spider veins in
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the lower leg and ankle regions, open or non-healing ulcerations or wounds, history of bleeding from veins, or swelling in the legs that is worse at the end of the day and improved with elevation. The following are the top 6 reasons patients should consider moving forward this fall and getting their leg vein problems treated. 1. Most insurance will cover your endovenous ablation. Vein Specialists will verify coverage prior to any procedures. 2. The snow birds have not taken over the roads and doctors’ waiting rooms… yet. 3. You have met your deductible for 2017 and have been meaning to have your legs evaluated. 4. The weather has finally cooled off and compression hose are more tolerable after your vein treatments. 5. You vowed that last summer was the LAST summer you were going to wear long pants to the beach to cover your legs. 6. You want to get your legs ready for that Christmas or New Year’s cruise (have to plan ahead!) Endovenous ablation or sealing of the leaking veins with catheters (laser or radiofrequency) offers a very safe, effective and minimally invasive option for patients once thought to be untreatable due to age, illness, or venous symptoms that were once thought not to be severe enough to subject the patient to stripping. Ultrasound evaluation for venous insufficiency is safe, effective, and offers a tremendous amount of
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physiologic and anatomic information which is critical in the decision making process. Vein Specialists is seeing record numbers of patients with the diagnosis of venous insufficiency, many of whom have obvious signs of venous disease such as leg swelling, skin changes, varicose veins or ulcerations as well as others who may not have obvious external signs of disease but who have severe venous reflux disease as the root cause of their symptoms. Since venous disease affects one out of five adults in the USA, it makes perfect sense to consider venous disease early in the course of your search for the cause of your leg symptoms. If you or a loved one has signs or symptoms of venous insufficiency such as varicose or spider veins, leg swelling, fatigue, achiness, cramps or restless legs, please consider visiting our website at Weknowveins.com for more information. Dr. Nero and I see patients along with our highly trained nurse practitioners in both our Fort Myers and Bonita Springs/ Naples locations daily so call (239) 694-8346 for an appointment today.
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Kay’s Hallmark Shop 11600 Gladiolus Dr. • Ft Myers Publix Shopping Center
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s lawmakers in Tallahassee hammer out the final details on how medical marijuana is dispensed in Florida, one local doctor has already integrated the herb into his practice. Dr. Gregory Sonn, founder of Iona Health and Wellness, has been able to prescribe a non-euphoric strain of cannabis since it became legal in 2014. Growing up in Fort Myers, the Cypress Lake High alumni practiced medicine in Fort Lauderdale before moving back home some ten years ago to raise his family. Specializing in palliative care Dr. Sonn says, “About two years ago I thought it was time for some life changes…so I decided to focus on anti aging, health and wellness.” As an integrative physician, he treats the whole person, not just the disease.
The doctor says, “I like to teach people how to change their lives for the better.” Already using natural roots and herbs in his practice, cannabis fits right in, as Dr. Sonn explains, “It can be used to treat so many different types of symptoms and it has such a small side effect profile that it almost should be considered a first line treatment for multiple diseases.” Many doctors prescribing medical marijuana are in the pain management field, and others are part of big corporations. Dr. Sonn, however, has extensive medical experience, vast knowledge behind the science of medical marijuana, and a focus on the overall wellness of a patient. Add to the formula that his commitment to community dates back to his childhood and Dr. Sonn becomes a premier choice when exploring medical marijuana treatment options.
Dr. Sonn may be reached at
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• Spa Bites & Champagne by Gloria of Cafe Napoli • Live Music by Alan Bradford Raffles • Give-A-Ways All attendees will receive a $100 gift certificate valid towards any service!
See you there!!! 13831 Metropolis Ave. Fort Myers (located inside Premier MD Care)
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NLOCAETIW ON 16475 San Carlos Blvd Fort Myers 239.466.7707 Open Everyday 11am - 10p
Jerry’s Plaza • 1700 Periwinkle Way 239.312.4356 • Open Everyday 10a - 9:30p
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Dim Sum | BBQ AUTHENTIC CHINESE CUISINE Traditional H.K. Style BBQ and Dim Sum
4650 S. Cleveland Ave • Ft Myers (in the Burlington Coat Factory Plaza)
239-689-3113
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Near Intersection of College Pkwy & US41
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Professional Clinics FULL SERVICE HAIR SALON NOW AVAILABLE! FLORIDA ACADEMY #489-2282
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239.936.2233
www.saigonparisbistro.com
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9320 College Parkway In the bright yellow building NE Corner of College & McGregor
239-481-ZOOM (9666)
(239) 590-0922 Hours: Mon-Fri 10a-5p Sat 10a-4p
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Dressing Your
Estero Blinds & Shutters livinglocalfl.com | NOVEMBER 2017
Windows With Style By Gina Birch
W
ith seasonal guests and residents gone, and the holidays just around the corner, now is the time to make the upgrades to your home that you’ve been talking about. Something as simple as new drapes or blinds can completely transform a room according to Kelly Panczyszyn, owner of Estero Blinds. A Fort Myers native, Panczyszyn has been in the window treatment business for more than ten years. She and her husband Steve own Statewide Window Treatments, a wholesale business that services builders and designers in Southwest Florida. But after a while Panczyszyn was looking for more creativity and contact with customers. She explains, “I wanted to do retail so that’s were Estero Blind came from. I branched off from him.” Now she has a more personal relationship with clients saying, “It’s much more hands on than working with a designer or builder. I like to see the end result and know that it was because of my input.”
The creative type, Panczyszyn used to make bedspreads for her children. Then she began making them for her clients. Estero Blinds does more than install shades and blinds, they take care of any upholstery needed to give your room that extra touch. Panczyszyn doesn’t do the sewing by herself anymore; today she has a team of talented upholsters working in house. Her extra time is spent with her five children including two sets of twins, the youngest of whom are four years old. It’s not just the upholstery but all of the work by this local business is done in house, no sub contracting. This practice sets the company apart according to Panczyszyn who says, “There is no chain of command, no calling bunch of people, if there is a problem we take care of it. We do it all from start to finish…that’s important to us.”
The input is one on one from the very beginning with Panczyszyn going into client’s homes, looking at their space, listening to their ideas and desires, and then turning them into something tangible.
The only thing she may call on colleagues for help with is finding new furniture to accent her designs or client request. Panczyszyn says, “We have a lot of resources in the area to get products. It’s a nice community and we can all stay in the loop once we know what we’re working with.”
She says, “Some people know exactly what they want while others don’t even know what is available or what things cost.” In that case Panczyszyn often invites clients into her office to look through fabrics, colors, materials and designs.
What keeps Panczyszyn going every day? She says, “Seeing how people get so excited (about the home improvements.) It’s a big deal going from ordinary to extraordinary and it’s great seeing how happy they are in the end.” n
2047 TRADE CENTER WAY • NAPLES • 239-738-4620
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Exp. 11/30/17 11/11/17 EXP.
Quick & Easy Perm Free Shampoo & Cut Price will vary with length or condition of hair. May be combined with other offers. One person per coupon.
$
LLE-4795 EXP. Exp. 11/30/17 11/11/17
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95 ™
Highlights/Lowlights By a professional CHI Colorist Price will vary with length or condition of hair. May be combined with other offers. One person per coupon.
LOOKS GOOD ON YOU ™
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Daniels Crossing • (239) 561-0221 6900-5 Daniels Pkwy • Publix center next to Subway • M-F 9-8 • Sat 9-5 • SUN 11-4
Price will vary with length or condition of hair. May be combined with other offers. One person per coupon.
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BLOWFISH BAR
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1000 ESTERO BLVD. FT MYERS BEACH • 765-7800 Located next to the public pier in the times square area
PiersideGrill.com
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OPEN 11 TO 11 • SEVEN DAYS!
e v a S the Date! 2nd Annual
Thurs., Oct. 26th 4-7pm located in the WOMEN’S DESIGNER FASHIONS SHOES • JEWELRY • ACCESSORIES
Bell Tower Shops
Come Shop & Enjoy:
Complimentary Champagne & Tapas Give-a-ways • Live DJ - Robert McDonald Specials on injectables by MedSpa 22 Botox $9/unit, Dysport $4.50/unit & Fillers $100 off
Proceeds for this year’s event will go to: a local non-profit organization helping to raise awareness about the importance of health screenings, early detection, and treatment of cancer & provide financial assistance to those in need locally.
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What Are Your Four Words ? By Gina Birch
W
hen Marie Springsteen was diagnosed with breast cancer in July of 2012, her therapy was writing. Her musings and journaling led to the publication of a book entitled 4 Words, and eventually the formation of a charity by the same name.
Marie Springs
teen
The 4 Words Foundation Inc. provides financial assistance for all types of cancer screenings, non-surgical diagnostic tests and biopsies for both men and women in Southwest Florida. The idea for the charity came during one of her radiation treatments. Springsteen remembers, “I saw a young girl who was going through both radiation and chemotherapy. She had a lump and let it go three years. I had no lump. Mine was caught in regular screenings.” It was an eye opener for Springsteen. She never saw the girl again but still livinglocalfl.com | NOVEMBER 2017
thinks about her, wondering what happened to her. There are many reasons why people don’t get potentially lifesaving preventive health screenings, but Springsteen doesn’t want money to be one of them. Money was indeed a consideration for Leslie Krenzelak. She made an appointment for her annual mammogram in December of 2014. As the date approached she remembers thinking, “What am I doing? It’s the holidays; my money would better served on presents. I wanted to postpone it.” Her mammogram was self-pay; it was the first time in Krenzelak’s adult life that she had no health insurance. She says, “God is amazing right? The day I was ready to call and reschedule, my phone rang and it was Radiology Regional saying that twelve women were being given a grant for their mammogram.”
Leslie Krenzelak & her husband Jeremy
It was the foundation’s annual 12 Days of Christmas event and Krenzelak was one of the recipients.
cancer.’ But she says almost everyone has a four-word sentence. Can you fill in any of these blanks?
She says, “I’m from Brooklyn, I don’t do sappy but I felt this wave of gratitude.” In the middle of starting her own business, Sun City Candle Company, she was so moved by the generosity of Springsteen’s organization that she created a Protect The Tatas candle.
I have ............................................ cancer I survived ...................................... cancer My ...........................................has cancer My ..................................survived cancer Early detection can help increase the number of ‘survived’ sentences and that’s the mission of 4 Words Foundation Inc. n
239.887.9264 4wordsfoundation.org
Join us as we raise money for 4 Words Foundation Inc.
30% of sales is donated to 4 Words Foundation. No one gets paid in the volunteer organization and all of the money raised stays locally. So what are the four words? For Springsteen it was ‘you have breast
Oct. 26th, 4-7pm Bell Tower Shops “For a Greater Cause” is a monthly initiative of Living Local, spotlighting a local non-profit that is making a difference in our community. Living Local also makes a monetary donation to the non-profit on the behalf of its advertising partners.
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FORT MYERS • ESTERO • BONITA • NAPLES Brooks Infinity, Inc., Publisher • 239.245.7365
12565 New Brittany Blvd., #24 • Ft Myers, FL 33907
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