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patients in need of sight-saving eye surgery. Ocular health is Dr. Liang’s passion. And because of that, she is committed to providing vision-saving and enhancing treatments to everyone.
Dr. Eva Liang is a board-certified ophthalmologist and refractive surgeon as well as the founder of Center For Sight. During her career, she has surgically preserved and enhanced the sight of more than 20,000 patients.
Dr. Tina Licina, Optometrist
Dr. Liang had plans to establish her private practice in Las Vegas long before Center For Sight grew into the premier practice it is today.
Dr. Licina is a licensed optometrist at Center For Sight. She originally fell in love with Vegas when she attended UNLV and was ecstatic to come back to join the Center For Sight team.
In 2013, her goals became a reality. Today, Dr. Liang’s practice has grown to encompass four thriving locations, including the state-of-the-art flagship office in Tivoli Village. “I am very proud of the culture we have built here at Center For Sight,” said Dr. Liang. “It is very patient-centric. 20/Happy is not just something we say; you can feel it in our offices every day. We are committed to that.” Dr. Liang is also the founder of the nonprofit “Sight for Life.” The foundation’s mission is to assist underprivileged
“Positive patient interaction is very important to me,” said Dr. Licina, who is originally from Eastern Europe and is fluent in Bosnian, Serbian and Croatian. “Having had extensive vision therapy myself as a child I believe gives me perspective on patient care. I am very focused on serving my patients well.” In addition to helping patients every day at Center For Sight, Dr. Licina has volunteered her time with the Lions Club by providing free eye exams to thousands of underserved patients in Tijuana, Mexico, as well as serving children in high-risk schools and underdeveloped areas in California.
Caring for the Eyes of the Mojave Center For Sight is committed to offering an experience you won’t receive anywhere else. Through personalized care, patient education and an incredibly knowledgeable team, Center For Sight strives to provide an unmatched patient experience. Drs. Eva Liang and Tina Licina are perfect examples of what Center For Sight looks for in its clinical team. With the help of these leading lady docs, Center For Sight is happy to offer these great services: • • • •
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41 Inspirational Women of Tivoli Village 46 Diabetes: Understanding the Misconceptions Behind the Disease 48 UNLV Medicine Women: Rewriting History By Following Their Dreams 50 Caesars Forum 68 Embracing Failure 71 Leading the Way in Behavioral Health: Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital 80 Turning Off Your Thoughts and Tuning Into Meditation
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14 Calendar of Events 20 United Way: Celebrate Day of Caring
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22 Bored of Me Project, Phase 3
Cover Models: Renee’ Sullivan, Peggy Pruchnicki, 36 For The Love of Coffee Jennifer Knepper Photographer: Patrick 38 Restaurants Rivera 43 Eccoci Fall Style
26 Farewell to Flawless
44 What’s Trending
30 What’s in Your Well being Toolbox?
59 Geeking Out Over the New Range Rover Evoque Convertible
33 Wines and Dines Motivating
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Mondays Dark with Mark Shunock
Sept 10, 17, Oct 8,22, Nov 5 Doors 8pm ◦ Show 9 p.m.
Twice a month, entertainer Mark Shunock brings together stars of the Strip, Hollywood, celebrities, athletes and more for a 90-minute variety show to raise money for local charities. Tickets start at just $20 and guests receive high-end entertainment by some of the most sought-after guests. Since its start in 2013, Mondays Dark has raised over $500,000 for the featured charities. Visit mondaysdark.com for more information. Dates and benefiting charities: Sept. 10 Alzheimer’s Association Desert Southwest Chapter; Sept. 17 Officer Down; Oct 8 Adam’s Place; Oct. 22 Yellow Pants Project; Nov. 5 Children’s Heart Foundation.
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St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital-Nevada Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer September 15 ◦ 7 to 11 a.m.
Supporters will come together for the St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month to raise money for the kids of St. Jude, where families never receive a bill for anything. Visit stjude.org. Town Square Las Vegas | 6605 Las Vegas Blvd., South
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Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada Superhero 5K September 15 ◦ 8 a.m.
The Superhero 5K will be a fun-filled family event that brings the community together in support of local families battling childhood cancer hardships. The event will host a kids zone, bone marrow drive, raffle, food, and of course your everyday superheroes in full costume. Visit candlelightersnv.org for more information. Mountain’s Edge Exploration Park | 9700 S. Buffalo Dr.
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Create a Change Now 6th Annual Chipping Away At Childhood Obesity Experience September 15 ◦ 7-10 p.m.
Join Las Vegas’ social influencers for an evening of epic fun at the exclusive 4th floor of Top Golf Las Vegas. Guests will enjoy a cocktail bar, culinary delights, lively mixed games, spiritual readings, live entertainment and a chance to hit a few balls. It will be a memorable night to chip away at childhood obesity. For more information visit createachangenow.org. Top Golf | 4627 Koval Ln.
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New Vista Wine Walk
September 22 ◦ 7-10 p.m.
For over 14 years, New Vista’s Wine Walks have been Las Vegas’ perfect Saturday night on the town! Stroll, sip and sample multiple tasting stations featuring a variety of wines, specialty cocktails, spirits, and craft beers. Enjoy live music, great dining and shopping options in a beautiful venue, all while supporting a great cause. Visit winewalklv.com for tickets. Advance tickets: $30; At the door: $ 35. Downtown Summerlin 1980 Festival Plaza Dr.
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United Way of Southern Nevada 3rd Annual Day of Caring October 5 ◦ 8:30 a.m.
Be a #VegasStrong volunteer and make a lasting impact during our community’s Day of Caring on Friday, October 5. Held at the end of the 1 October Remembrance Week, join over 2,000 volunteers as we move forward and build resiliency at nonprofits and schools across the State of Nevada. Tackle both small and large projects and make a profound difference in one day. Visit uwsn.org/caring for more information. Town Square Las Vegas | “The Green” 6605 S. Las Vegas Blvd.
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New Vista 8th Annual Golf Tournament October 8 ◦ 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.
This is a four-person shamble format tournament. Registration includes: breakfast, 18 holes of golf, oncourse contests, awards and luncheon. Proceeds from the tournament benefit New Vista’s member programs and services, including Supported Living Arrangement homes and Youth Initiative supporting children and youth with IDD in Foster Care. Visit newvistanv.org for more information. Spanish Trail | Country Club 5050 Spanish Trail Ln.
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Starting October 12 ◦ 5 to 9 p.m.
Spooktacular fun for all ages awaits those who dare to enter the Springs Preserve’s annual Haunted Harvest. The familyfriendly event features trick or treat stations, carnival games, a petting zoo, crafts, live entertainment, and much more fun. Visit springspreserve.org for tickets and more information. Springs Preserve | 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
October 19 ◦ 5:30 p.m.
Enjoy a night of entertainment, wine, food, and shopping all supporting Type 1 diabetes research. The festival includes multiple music performers, food and wine tastings, and a raffle featuring items from local retailers. VIP packages include a catered dinner. Visit jdrf.org/nevada for more information and tickets. Tivoli Village | 400 S. Rampart Blvd.
Las Vegas Natural History Museum 26th Annual Dinosaur Ball 10 October 20 ◦ 6 p.m.
This gala is the Museum’s signature fundraising event. Your generous donations go directly to helping the Museum continue its mission in our community to inspire, through educational exhibits and programs, a better understanding and appreciation of the natural world, the sciences, and ourselves. Visit lvnhm.org/events for tickets. Enclave Las Vegas | 5810 S. Eastern Ave.
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Baby’s Bounty 3rd Annual Outdoor Dinner October 20 ◦ 6 p.m.
The outdoor dinner will feature an upscale BBQ fare, live music and a silent auction to benefit babies born into disadvantaged families. Now in its 10th year, Baby’s Bounty provides cribs, car seats, clean clothes, diapers and hygiene items to the most vulnerable in our community. Visit babysbounty.org for more information. The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin | 1980 Festival Plaza Dr.
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Grant a Gift Foundation 9th Annual Fashion For Autism October 25 ◦ 6 - 10 p.m.
The evening will feature a fashion showcase by some very special designers, champagne and cocktail reception, incredible silent and live auction, dinner, entertainment, and dancing. Enjoy a memorable evening with fellow advocates, community leaders, and fashionistas! Visit grantagiftfoundation.org for more information. T-Mobile Arena | 3780 Las Vegas Boulevard South
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American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Walk
October 28 ◦ Registration at 7:00 a.m., walk begins at 8:30 a.m.
This family-friendly event raises money to fund innovative research, provide free information and support and to help people reduce their breast cancer risk or find it early when it’s most treatable. From the opening ceremony to the post-walk entertainment, the Making Strides event is a celebration of survivors and an opportunity to remember loved-ones lost. It’s a day that shouldn’t be missed and won’t be forgotten. To register, please visit makingstrideswalk.org/lasvegasnv. Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa | 11011 W. Charleston Blvd.
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November 3 ◦ Registration at 8:30 a.m., walk begins at 10 a.m.
This beautiful 5K walk along the UNLV campus raises funds to change the future for everyone living with Type 1 diabetes (T1D). This fun, family–friendly event gives people with T1D, their loved ones, companies and the local community the opportunity to come together, create change and positively impact lives of those living with T1D. Join us to make it safer and easier to live with this disease, until we create a world without T1D. Help Las Vegas Woman magazine turn Type One into Type None. Join our walk team or donate by visiting: www2.jdrf.org/goto/insulinshakennotstirred. University of Nevada, Las Vegas | 4505 South Maryland Parkway
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November 3 ◦ 3:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
One World is the premier water lantern festival filled with fun, happiness, hope and great memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family-friendly event that can be shared by everyone. Friends, families, neighbors, and lots of people that you haven’t met can come together to create a peaceful, memorable experience. Tickets start at $30. Visit waterlanternfestival.com. Craig Ranch Regional Park | 628 W. Craig Road
All event details, dates and times are accurate at time of printing and can be subject to change. Please verify all details with the event venue or sponsor.
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Celebrate your
COMMUNITY Through Giving Back
When you set your goals for the year, you may have considered how you wanted to grow in your career and in your personal life. Did you ask yourself how you wanted to help your community grow and thrive? Did you ever consider how closely your goals could be connected to giving back? Every hour you invest in helping your community can help achieve your personal goals and make your life better. Recent research by UnitedHealthcare and VolunteerMatch has discovered that 75% of people who volunteered in the past year said volunteering made them feel physically healthier, which carries over into mental health as well. Many of the participants said they felt a greater satisfaction with their life due to the sense of purpose provided by volunteering. When you consider the benefits of volunteering personally, try multiplying that by 100 or even 1,000 and you may come close to seeing the benefits to the places where you’re donating your time. Whether it’s helping your neighbor, volunteering in your child’s school, or working with one of the hundreds of nonprofit organizations in our community, you as a volunteer are the positive force that someone else could need in their life. That positive force is never more evident than during Day of Caring, United Way’s annual day of giving back to organizations and schools in Southern Nevada. During this one day, people from all walks of life come together to volunteer and make an impact. Last year, over 1,600 volunteers committed to helping 64 nonprofit
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agencies and schools: completing projects like reading to students, creating health kits, planting gardens and beautifying common spaces. Thousands of volunteers uniting to help those most in need in Southern Nevada is incredible in its own right, but this year, Day of Caring holds an even stronger significance. The date of October 5, 2018 was set more than a year ago, but no one could have predicted the events of 1 October, mere days after the 2017 Day of Caring event drew to a close. Volunteers now have a greater reason to come together, with Day of Caring serving as the focal point of a week of events in remembrance of those lost and offering the opportunity to turn powerful emotions into action. “Day of Caring will allow people to engage and focus those emotions and energies into something positive,” said Scott Emerson, United Way President and CEO. “Together, we’re building and strengthening our community’s foundations by helping the organizations and schools we all rely on to fight for the success of Southern Nevada.” Hundreds of volunteers have already registered to be a part of the action. You can get involved at uwsn.org/caring, where you can find a full- or half-day project that interests you with a cause you support. Bring your work team, family, or friends and use this as a chance to bond and give back, or just enjoy the day knowing that you’re making a difference. The benefits to you are clear and, on October 5th, you’ll see firsthand just how much it helps the community.
To g e t h e r, w e ’ r e b u i l d i n g a n d s t r e n g t h e n i n g o u r c o m m u n i t y ’s fo u n d a t i o n
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Bored of me
PROJECT Part Three By Meghan Bailey Photos by Casey Jade Photo
Henry Ford once said, “Failure is simply the opportunity to begin again, this time more intelligently.” I am a little over the halfway point of my journey. A journey that began because of complacency in my life; I wasn’t opening my mind, body and soul to the possibilities that the world wanted to offer me. The Bored of Me Project was set in motion to change those closed avenues and allow me to feel alive again. As with anything people seek out to accomplish, the first part, or honeymoon phase, sets in and you feel empowered and engaged in ensuring your goal is achieved, but then you may fail. In my case, I failed hard. The first six months of this project were euphoria. I started to find my soul again. I fostered new friendships, gained a love for being active again and enjoyed forging new paths. I don’t know when it happened, but I started to slip back into an auto-pilot mindset. I decided to watch TV instead of picking up a new book, I stopped striking up conversations out of fear of rejection and ultimately lost the vision of why I was doing this project in the first place. A swift kick in my ass by none other than yours truly, I spent a quiet Sunday afternoon rock climbing alone and thinking about my project. Where was I at, why did I slip back into my old habits? The answer was simple; it wasn’t something I needed to find grit for, my past life was easy. I knew what I was doing when I was doing it, and always knew how to do it. For a solid week I blamed myself for giving up and failing, but in reality, I didn’t fail; I fought. I knew the project veered off course and I made the steps to grab the wheel of life again. Because, in the words of Mr. Ford, I had to approach the last half with more intention. The intention to realize not everything in my life needed to change and it would be okay if I incorporated who I was with who I wanted to be, I just had to do it more intelligently. Once I brushed away the self-inflicted shame for “failing” myself, I went back to the basics. Starting with the million-dollar question: What do I want? Which isn’t an easy question to answer, mainly because what you want may not be available to you right now. You may want to attend college, buy a bigger house, get married, start a family, but it may not be available, yet. And, this was the key takeaway for me. What I want isn’t available to me yet.
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... not everything in my life needed to change ...
In January, I wrote a list. I didn’t realize what I wanted, I just knew I wanted something different and, by giving myself tasks to complete, I felt that it would shake up my inner-fire and reinvigorate the Meghan I was looking for. In the first six months of my Project, I completed almost all my tasks, even down to microblading my eyebrows at Bladed Art. While I can’t complain about the leaps my looks took, the list I made was just a list. There was no purpose other than to shake up the norm. This is why I failed. I didn’t realize at the time, jumping in is great, but you also have to know how to swim with the current. I didn’t know how to cope when things started not to feel new; when pieces of my safety net came back together. It was easy to slip back to where I was months ago. Luckily for me, I still have another five months left. I have reevaluated my goals and set forth on a new path. One that will mix old with new, one that will keep a maintainable fire burning. Feeling failure has only validated how important this project is to me. The new roadmap is on the table, here I go. Fall 2018 ◦ womanmagazine.vegas
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Farewell to
FLAWLESS By Jennifer Battisti
I have a confession: perfectionism feels good. I feel powerful when I can feverishly descend a to-do list, multitask the marathon of achievement, fill my day with items rather than moments, swap meals for coffee with a shot of espresso. It feels good—until it doesn’t. I am not tending my own garden, my own fierce heart. Nurturing, self-care, Me Time; these overused and undervalued words don’t quite capture the sort of self-abandonment women are prone to. If it was as simple as a bubble bath, we would’ve figured it out by now. But this is precisely the problem—the figuring. When we place productivity at the center of our attention, we miss the opportunity for the renewable energy of curiosity and play. You cannot schedule delight on your calendar. You must chase it with an inquisitive spirit even when it feels counter intuitive to “getting things done,” even when guilt tugs at your pant leg claiming it is a waste of time, or worse, you are not worth the expedition. Be open. Stillness is a precursor. Introspection is a necessary step in learning emotional intelligence. However, perfectionism is a welltrained muscle you must let atrophy. Control is sneaky, it can be disguised as responsibility and even thoughtfulness. Your family and friends might not understand the new boundaries you are setting. This is the best part: You don’t need anyone’s permission to take care of yourself. Everything I’ve just written I forget and then I return to it, only because I recognize the debilitating symptoms of perfectionism (irritability, restlessness, the inability to engage in compassion for myself or others and a general intolerance for anything not going my way). This boot-straps kind of approach to life leaves me disconnected from my daughter, family and friends. It buries my sense of humor beneath the heavy weight of over-responsibility. I basically become a wet blanket, not exactly the aspiration I created on
my vision board. I am hesitant to list any “tips” below. The more messy and organic you can approach quieting the voice of perfectionism, the better. However, I’ve left some signposts below to help you to initiate your own curiosity. YOU WERE BORN AN ARTIST: Shame and creativity shouldn’t appear in the same sentence, but sadly, many of us hold the belief that if we aren’t exceptional artists/writers/ dancers, we shouldn’t bother trying. Please tell that belief to pack its bags! Remove the outcome from creative endeavors entirely. The act of participating and engaging with creativity is the whole point. Check out the book, “The Artist’s Way” by Julia Cameron. Through exercises such as free-writing, walking and taking yourself out on an artist date (imagine an entire hour immersed in a fabric store, or picking apricots from Gilcrease Orchard, or an art gallery) you will become reacquainted with your creative energy. Think of these things as imperative and protect your artistic explorations with clear intentions and wellstated boundaries.
DON’T FORGET YOUR MUSTACHE: I often don’t have the words to navigate my five-yearold’s ever-changing moods (or my own). Play is a powerful way to stimulate stress-relieving endorphins, change your perspective and connect with your kids. In my family, we are big on dance parties. We use props and costumes, the more ridiculous the better. Make a music video with your smartphone to preserve the performance. ANTICIPATE MISTAKES: We are attempting to undo decades of perfectionistic ideas. Expect this to be an ongoing, vulnerable process. Let yourself (and everyone else) off the hook. Celebrate mistakes, it means you’re braving unfamiliar territory! If you stay curious and dedicated to the journey of discovering, joy will more than meet you half way (hey, less work for you!)
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WELL-BEING TOOLBOX Soul-Full Living Requires Soul-Work By Denise Marshall Everyone knows someone who has gone through an emotional upset of some kind: a divorce, lost your job, caring for a young child or an aging parent, struggling with PTSD from a tragic event or lost all your belongings in a catastrophe. Life—it happens. All day, every day. When it does, instead of going sideways and reacting out of fear, anger or hurt, are you prepared to do the soul-work to help you get back into the healthy lane-of-life? Is your Wellbeing Toolbox fully stocked and ready for a crisis? Millions of dollars are spent every year in personal development seminars, books and lectures to help us find the key to life: happiness. That by achieving your financial, physical or relationship goals, you will be happy. Life hack: happiness doesn’t last very long. And once you realize this, you can be left feeling unfulfilled, abnormal, unworthy and unwell. Soul-full living requires soul-work: being emotionally and mentally prepared to shift into a place of wellbeing for mental happiness when life happens.
No one can take away from you...
Dr. Edith Eger shared this powerful message in her book, “The Choice – Embrace the Possible” when she was separated from her mom during the Holocaust. Her mom hugged her and said, “We don’t know where we are going. We don’t know what’s going to happen. No one can take away from you…what you put here, in your mind.”
SACRED SALT THERAPY BATH Place one handful each of sea salt and Epsom salt into warm water and soak for 15 minutes. This is a great time to do the deep breathing meditation. Play your favorite spa meditation music, add lavender oil to the bath water and light candles for a mini-spa experience releasing the stress of the day down the drain.
CHOOSE LOVE OVER FEAR Choosing to love in difficult times can be a LOT of soulwork that, at first, can be as comfortable as putting on a tight, wet leather jacket. Please trust the process. The key is to first pause, self-assess the conflict or situation that is occurring in that moment and don’t react. Rather, mindfully respond by using the resources in your Well-being Toolbox.
GROUNDING Find a grassy space, or natural dirt or rock, take off your shoes and soak in the “chi life force” of mother-earth energy. Grounding can help manage overwhelming feelings or intense anxiety and regain mental focus from an intense emotional state. It also releases all the electrical and Wi-Fi energy the body absorbs from electronic devices.
Here are some self-care tips to pack into your Wellbeing Toolbox when life goes sideways:
SOUL-FULL SYNCHRONICITY Prayer, yoga, meditation, journaling can all help guide your attention to “being” in a present, positive space, quiets the mind, relieves stress, lowers anxiety, improves the immune system and helps you become more resilient when faced with an obstacle.
CREATE “I AM” BELIEF STATEMENTS Positive self-talk using powerful “I am” statements energetically recharges the inner spirit back into a healthier alignment with the mind and body. Create your own custom “I am” belief statements such as: “I declare I am a brilliant, successful, happy, healthy, sexy (why not!), loving, forgiving, inspiring woman." This one is so important! “I am open to receive all healing, loving, abundant energy that honors my higher self. I have a peaceful, calm heart and all is well.” Say them aloud every day and tape a copy on the bathroom mirror to read when you’re getting ready for the day. DEEP BREATHING MEDITATION - 4/4/4/4 Deep breathing helps clear the mind, increases oxygen in the body while creating a state of peacefulness and euphoria. Here’s a great mini-meditation that works. 1. Place a couple of drops of your favorite calming essential oil, such as lavender, into the palms of your hands. Rub your hands together to activate the aromatherapy notes of the oil. 2. Hold your palms over your face and take a long, slow, deep belly breath lasting for four seconds (while breathing in the calming aromatherapy). Hold your breath for four seconds. Then, slowly release your breath for four seconds through your mouth. Do this breathing meditation four times in a row. 3. Place your hands over your heart (chakra) for 20 seconds or more. The hormone oxytocin is released and downloaded throughout the body making you feel safe, loved and comforted. Say your positive “I am” statements with your eyes closed, soaking in the stress-relieving, grounding moment.
COMMUNITY CONNECTION Participating in a church community, mediation group, or support group provides a sense of belonging, security and supports healthy relationship building. When we surround ourselves with like-minded, kind, caring, compassionate people, a positive heartconnected energy exchange occurs that helps elevate mental clarity, improves and lifts the mood and spirit. So, get your sparkle on and get plugged into a healthy, positive tribe to support your emotional well-being. THE GIFT You are capable, powerful and can courageously control how to handle conflict or crisis. Have the strength of heart to understand, and open your heart, to respond (not react) and shift into a higher, positive place. This is the ultimate action of self-love. And the reward is that you confidentially have done something incredibly challenging, and beautiful, to honor your higher self with the gift of experiencing yourself as an action of love, which is leading by example. And by the way, you’re helping make the world a better place. Be well. Live well. Denise Marshall is a Reiki Master/Practitioner/Teacher and Soul-coach.
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Fall W I N E S
La Marca Luminore Prosecco Superiore
A to Z is one of my favorite Oregon Wineries and their remarkable rosé will transition beautifully from summer into fall. The wine is made from organic grapes (primarily Sangiovese) and exudes bright aromas of strawberry, watermelon and rose petals. The palate is lively with lush, red fruits and subtle hints of fresh herbs. This rosé is extremely versatile with food. In fact, it pairs well with almost any cuisine from “A to Z.”
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Celebrate fall with La Marca’s 50th anniversary limited edition Prosecco. This sublime sparkler is light and refreshing with crisp notes of pear and citrus. Luminore is made from select grapes grown in small plots that are 100% hand harvested. La Marca has always offered high quality without the high price tag. The impressive Luminore is another example of an outstanding product that over-delivers for the price. Pairs well with food, family and friends. Stock up now before this limited Prosecco is gone!
Rabble /’rabəl/ is defined as a disorderly mob, fueled by passion, pushing the public to think differently. The Rabble Wine Company, out of Paso Robles, may be unconventional, but their passion is evident once you taste these quality crafted wines. The zinfandel is rich and concentrated with flavors of raspberry jam, dark chocolate, clove and black pepper. Smooth tannins and sweet oak round out the balanced finish.
Baron de Ley Museum Reserva This stunning Spanish red is made from tempranillo grapes coming from 100-year-old vines. Aromas of concentrated red berry fruit, vanilla and spicy oak lead to a full-bodied palate with well-integrated fruit and tannins. Hints of fig and sweet tobacco emerge on the complex finish. Museum Reserva is certainly a fitting name for this elegant work of art. Enjoy with lasagna, grilled meats, roasted vegetables and spicy Cajun or Indian-style dishes.
Locations OR Oregon Pinot Noir I have been so impressed with Locations Wine from Dave Phinney. You may not know the name, but he is the original creator of the popular Prisoner Red Blend, along with Orin Swift wines. Locations is based on a simple concept: Make the best possible wine from a given country or location. Locations OR is made from 100% pinot noir and is barrel aged for 10 months in French oak. Ripe cherry and pomegranate flavors are followed by cola, spicy oak and earthy notes. This is not your delicate, light-bodied pinot noir. It is rich and bold, yet still retains its prominent acidity and velvety texture.
Sponsored by Lee’s Discount Liquor, with 19 locations in Southern Nevada and one in Mesquite, you can find a huge variety of alcohol and mixers for any taste. For locations, hours and more information, visit leesliquorlv.com.
Cheers! Kenny Lee
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FOR THE LOVE
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THE COFFEE BEAN & TEA LEAF
Brewing locally since 2001, The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf Las Vegas has expanded to 20 franchise-operated locations through Las Vegas Coffee Investors, LLC, founded by local Las Vegas entrepreneur Jeffrey Fine. With neighborhood locations in Summerlin, Henderson and Southwest Las Vegas, each store offers inviting environments that are the perfect place to relax or meet friends and enjoy coffee, tea, breakfast, lunch or a snack. These local stores believe that just as coffee can energize a day, outreach can energize a community. Valley stores partner with various local non-profit organizations, including Best Buddies Nevada, The Public Education Foundation, JDRF and other organizations that help to make our community a better place to live.
Visit coffeebeanlv.com for more information about menus, locations and community initiatives and connect with The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Las Vegas on social media at @CoffeeBeanLV on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is a leading global roaster and retailer of specialty coffees and teas and is widely credited for driving high-quality and innovation to the coffee and tea industry. The company sources the finest ingredients and flavors from around the world and hand blends coffee and tea for the freshest flavors. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf started the frozen coffee drink craze with the invention of The Original Ice Blended drink and is also the first and only coffee and tea retailer to offer cold-brew tea.
AWARE COFFEE & TEA LOUNGE Aware Coffee & Tea Lounge opened earlier this year in the northwest part of the valley and specializes in organic espresso and teas and homemade syrups and purees. Owner Richie Liu previously operated Tea Time Café for several years before updating his concept and opening Aware Coffee & Tea Lounge. Liu realized that if he wanted to expand his customer base, he would need to reinvent his shop and out of that, Aware Coffee & Tea Lounge was born. To create the perfect coffee shop, Liu traveled to other major cities visiting coffee shops for inspiration, taking what he loved from each shop and adding it to his own.
Aware Coffee & Tea Lounge 5590 Painted Mirage Road Suite 130 702.538.8876
Aware Coffee & Tea Lounge offers a comfortable and calm atmosphere with high-top tables and couches along with unique art décor. Offerings include the signature lattes: bourbon vanilla, mocha, mint mojito, lavender and more. Specialty coffees include Chemex pour over, cold brew and Vietnamese cold brew. For the tea lovers, offerings include premium black tea, Jasmine green, Earl Grey, signature milk teas and smoothies. Drink add-ons include boba, lychee jelly, egg pudding or aloe vera. Open daily Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends. Fall 2018 ◦ womanmagazine.vegas
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RELISHING THE NEW BLINDERS, BURGERS & BRUNCH Blinders Burgers & Brunch, a new 100% plantbased restaurant, opened recently in northwest Las Vegas. Blinders uses non-GMO, all-natural, local ingredients and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner daily. Owner Shantell Connor created the concept and the name “Blinders” due to her hopes of breaking down the barriers and stigma of vegan food. “We all wear blinders when we eat in one sense or another. By our comfort level, family history or beliefs. Blinders brings comfort, fun food to the forefront, and being 100% plant based allows you to eat it without guilt,” says Connor. “Being plant based means you can enjoy a burger and shake that not only tastes like a real burger and shake, but also has 0% cholesterol. Increasing fiber and plant sterols all have been shown to reduce the incidences of cancer, level out blood sugars, and lower risk of heart attack ... and seriously, it’s a burger that equals a protein packed salad. That’s my kind of salad.” Connor’s passion for the nutritious menu selections is due to her former background in healthcare and medicine. As a previous owner of a medical staffing company and sonographer, the entrepreneur saw firsthand how certain foods
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would affect one’s body. “I’ve been a vegetarian since the age of 14, it just seemed to suit my body type. My husband was the opposite. He used to ride his bike 100 miles a week, yet his cholesterol still hovered around the 260 range, and his A1C test was elevated giving him an increased risk for heart attack, stroke and diabetes. He went through a 10-day plant-based diet program and we saw an 80-point drop in cholesterol and his A1C go back to normal in 10 days. That was in 2014 and his cholesterol and A1C remain normal today. The one thing we both missed was the ability to go out with friends, with any diet, to a place where we could all just get a burger and a shake and maybe a beer. That is how Blinders was born.” The trendy restaurant features notable partners in the community such as local plant-based meat and cheese makers, NoButcher, Nourish Creamery & Juice Bar and Virgin Cheese. Additionally, they align with The Herbivorous Butcher, (the maple bacon is featured in Blinders Shakin’ Bae-con), Brewing Good Coffee Company and Jones Soda. With an eye for corporate social responsibility with the environment and the community, the
“Our mission is to be inclusive and improve the health of people and animals through a plantbased diet,” explains Connor. “Whether you strive to be healthier, to help the environment or save animals, join us. We aim to bridge the gap and make plant-based food delicious and approachable—you aren’t missing a thing at Blinders.”
Blinders, Burgers and Brunch 6410 N. Durango Dr. | Las Vegas, NV 702.685.5939 blindersburgers.com
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Blinders offers a wide variety of eats from breakfast burritos, smoothies, salads, fresh veggies, sandwiches and rosemary fries. And, of course, the signature burgers: including the proteinpacked Impossible Burger, the gluten-free/soyfree Beyond Burger, veggie superfood patty, and even the non-burger butcher pulled pork smothered in barbeque sauce. The menu features
something for everyone, including a kid’s menu, with both chicken nuggets, mini corn dogs, as well as delicious desserts such as brownies, ice cream sandwiches and shakes.
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restaurant created a workforce program with local non-profits New Vista, Best Buddies and The Garden Foundation to hire young adults with intellectual disabilities. “Putting the needs of people, communities and the planet at the heart of how we work, eat and live today, will help build a better tomorrow,” says Connor. Additionally, everything in the restaurant is eco-friendly and recyclable, such as the corn straws, cups, wraps and bags.
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INSPIRATIONAL WOMEN
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I t Ta k e s A V i l l a g e Tivoli Village, an experiential luxury center, with a curated collection of retailers ranging from luxury brands to one-of-akind boutiques, is the prestigious lifestyle destination in Las Vegas. Tivoli Village wows customers with unique amenities, businesses, boutique retailers and restaurant options, with several being women owned.
preserved and enhanced the sight of more than 20,000 patients.
Tivoli’s assistant general manager and marketing and events maven, Andrea Schubert, boasts “Tivoli is a community village. It is more than a shopping destination, it is a unique, local, and unchain-like place where people can gather, stroll and socialize.”
Another popular business includes the award-winning Leticia’s Mexican Cocina, owned by entrepreneur, Leticia Mitchell, which opened at Tivoli Village in June 2017.
Schubert has previously held positions in operations and event management with International Market Centers for their corporate properties located in both Las Vegas and High Point, North Carolina. Andrea graduated from the University of Nebraska— Lincoln with a B.A. in Communications and Public Relations and holds a Certificate of Exhibition Management through the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE). Some of the women-owned businesses include Center For Sight, which opened its state-of-the-art flagship location at Tivoli Village in 2017, led by the renowned Dr. Eva Liang, board-certified ophthalmologist and refractive surgeon. During Liang’s career, she has surgically
Andrea Shubert, Tivoli Village General Manager
Dr. Eva Liang, Board-Certified Ophthalmologist Center for Sight
Dr. Liang founded “Sight for Life,” a non-profit organization that assists underprivileged individuals suffering from sight-threatening disease to receive extraordinary medical and surgical eye care.
Known for her authentic Mexican cuisine, Chef Leticia, born in Mexico City, has participated in notable challenges on Food Network and Cooking Channel, and donates her time and expertise to the annual Flavors of the Heart event to benefit the American Heart Association. Tivoli is also the home to Cork and Thorn, created by owner, Randi Garrett, who shares her background in floral design with her outside company, Naakiti Floral Design. Garrett explains, “I have a passion for wine, and I love to drink it. I have a floral and decor company and have owned that for 18 years. I combined the two to give a twist on wine and flowers.” Garrett is also active in giving back to the community and hosts several charitable events, including Junior League, at Cork and Thorn.
Leticia Mitchell, Owner Leticia's Mexican Cocina
Showcasing unique and original designs is also a key element to the experiential retail component for Tivoli Village. Recent award recipient, River North’s owner, Shelley Gorman, features an artistic boutique highlighting furniture, lighting, rugs and home decor. Gorman holds a six-year degree in architecture from the University of Arizona and has worked on projects in California and Nevada. Gorman also founded SKG DESIGNS in 2007 to focus on the more tactile field of residential interior design. The designer’s knowledge and training are an asset to her design toolbox when creating her custom interiors. Several other women also share in the responsibility and impact for successful businesses at Tivoli Village, such as the Director of Guest Relations, Sheryl Best, from Echo & Rig. Working alongside her brother, Chef Sam Marvin, Best oversees the community, wedding and corporate events for Echo & Rig Butcher and Steakhouse. Being involved with the family business allows Best the platform to make a difference in the Las Vegas Valley, as well as creating unforgettable experiences for restaurant guests. In addition to supporting many local owners and talent for the Saturday Farmer’s Markets, Happy Hour Fridays and Art & Design Tuesdays, Tivoli Village continues to provide social experiences and events to the community. Visit tivolivillagelv.com for more information.
Shelly Gorman, Owner River North
Sheryl Best Director of Guest Relations for Echo & Rig
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Fall merchandise starts at up to 7 5 % O F F R E TA I L
Designer Jacket Gossip Sweater
This jacket in Italian floral jacquard is a statement all on its own but becomes a head-turner when paired with the coordinating pant (see ad). Black, Purple, Pink, Russet, Golden, Honey, and Biscotti. $695
A slouchy half cardigan sweater with wide cowl neck that folds in to button inside neck, unfolds to be worn overhead for ultimate versatility. Graphite Melange. $445
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Utterly modern, these Italian stretch-crepe pants are inspired by menswear touches, yet remain purely feminine. Black. $345
These pants go with everything—garment washed cotton jeans with stretch that sport rivet buttons and seaming details for added edge. Black. $325
Ta b a t h a J u m p s u i t This strapless ankle length jumpsuit is a modern evening alternative. Lightly structured, the bodice is shaped for ultimate femininity. Navy and Black. $795
Ballroom Dress Freesia Dress An engineered floral placement creates an artful arrangement on our silky dress. The front scoop neck and high V-back makes this piece ideal for work or play. Shades of Winter Plum and Silk White. $565
This ballgown is a fluid, sophisticated option for formal occasions. Crafted from satin-faced crepe with pleated panel at the left side. Winter Plum. $795
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What's TRENDING Written and compiled by Jennifer Florendo
Our fun fall finds include undies and a new toothbrush for waking up, tools for your makeup, an app for working out, and a podcast for your commute.
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MOTD Cosmetics Makeup Brushes This Las Vegas-based company focuses on quality products at an affordable price point while toting a cruelty-free vegan certification from PETA. The brushes are made from Taklon, a synthetic material that mimics animal hair, which makes these perfect for anyone with an animal allergy. The hypoallergenic and anti-bacterial brushes dry quicker and last longer than traditional animal hair brushes. Our favorites include the Wanderlust travel set, Glam Getter Smokey Eye Essentials and the Lux Vegan Essentials set. Brushes start at $9 for singles and $45 for sets. Visit motdcosmetics.com for retail stores near you.
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Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution in Pillowtalk Look no further for the perfect nude color—we’ve found it for you. This long-lasting color glides on easily, softens and hydrates your pout and gives a lit-from-within glow. The square, angled tip mimics the shape of a lip brush for perfect application at any time. PS: The lipliner is a perfect match for that full lip, without the line. Available at charlottetilbury.com, $34.
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ISSA 2 Electronic Toothbrush Smile proudly with the ISSA 2 silicone sonic brush. The sleek, waterproof design is gentle on gums and effective on cleaning your teeth. The best part? Never worry about running out of juice—the brush now lasts 365 days on one charge. Available at foreo.com, $169
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Tommy John Underwear
Avoid the awkward adjustments with these stay-put undies. No pinching, no bunching, just pure comfort all day long. Available in three styles: brief, cheeky and thong, and two fabrics: cool cotton or second skin. Available at tommyjohn.com, starting at $20.
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Wahoo Fitness 7 Minute Workout For those who find every excuse in the book to not workout, we have a solution. The 7 Minute Workout app allows you to workout anytime, anywhere and without any equipment. It guides you through 12 timed exercises for 30-seconds, with 10 seconds of rest in between. While seven minutes of exercise a day won’t get you to win any competitions, it will get you off the couch and kickstart a healthy habit. The app is free but offers in-app purchases.
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Oprah’s Super Soul Conversations Podcast
Oprah. Need we say more? In this podcast, Oprah selects intriguing thought leaders, best-selling authors, celebrities, health and wellness experts and more as guests. They light you up, guide you through thought-provoking questions and bring about your best self. Past guests have included Brené Brown, Dr. Maya Angelou, Tom Brady, Maria Shriver, Amy Schumer and Wayne Dyer.
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LUNA 2 Personalized Facial Cleansing Brush and Anti-Aging Device In just two minutes a day, you can reveal a more luminous and youthful appearance to your face. The revolutionary LUNA 2 two-sided brush exfoliates, unclogs pores and removes dirt and oil that contribute to adult breakouts. The reverse side uses lower-frequency pulsations to reduce wrinkles, firm and lift skin. The LUNA 2 is now available in four varieties, so you can select the one that is tailored to your skin type: combination, normal, oily and sensitive. Available at foreo.com, $199
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DIABETES: Understanding the Misconceptions Behind the Disease
By Sara Nicastro
The misconceptions surrounding Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are something that the providers at Palm Medical Group try to clarify for their patients every day. Diabetes mellitus is a disease that is diagnosed when too much glucose (sugar) is found in the blood stream. Type 1, Type 2 and gestational diabetes are all linked because the level of glucose in the blood stream is elevated, but that is where the similarities end. They are very different diseases based on the cause of the elevated glucose, the path to diagnosis, methods of treatment and prevention.
Common Myths About Diabetes: M y t h : Children are ALWAYS diagnosed with juvenile diabetes and adults are ALWAYS diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. R e a l i t y : The term juvenile diabetes is no longer used for Type 1 diabetes due to the confusion and inaccuracy that it caused. According to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control, there are approximately 1.25 million Americans living with Type 1 diabetes and more than 1 million are adults. Additionally, Dr. Serena Klugh shares that “Of the 40,000 people diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in the U.S. each year, an equal number are children and adults. In fact, we recently diagnosed a 78-year-old patient with Type 1 diabetes.” M y t h : A person’s body type determines the type of diabetes they are diagnosed with. R e a l i t y : According to Dr. Betsy Palal, “Your size does not always determine what type of diabetes you have.” She recommends making sure that your health care provider orders the blood tests that can determine the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. The two lab tests that can help differentiate between Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes are the GAD antibodies test and a c-peptide test. The GAD antibodies test can determine if your body is producing an antibody that is part of an autoimmune attack and a c-peptide test can determine whether your body is still making insulin, the two key differences between the two main types of diabetes. M y t h : If you take insulin, you have Type 1 diabetes. R e a l i t y : Adriana Ruiz, PA-C shares a common misconception she sees with her patients is that once you are prescribed insulin, you have Type 1 diabetes. “Ultimately the cause is what defines Type 1 diabetes from Type 2 diabetes. Not the treatment.” M y t h : If diabetes runs in my family there is nothing I can do. R e a l i t y : Both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes have a genetic predisposition that puts certain people at risk of being diagnosed. Diet and exercise can assist in preventing the onset of Type 2 diabetes for many. Preventing Type 1 diabetes is far more complicated and the subject of clinical trials. Locally, Palm Research Center hosts a Type 1 diabetes prevention clinical trial through the international research network known as TrialNet. According to Danielle Nakhle, PharmD, BCGP, TrialNet, through a JDRF and NIH grant, screens first-degree relatives of patients with Type 1 diabetes for certain biomarkers. If a person has two or more positive biomarkers, then TrialNet has different prevention trials the patient can be a part of to delay the onset of their Type 1 diabetes diagnosis.
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Warning Signs
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Diabetes
Increased thirst Increased urination Hunger Tiredness Unexplained weight loss Vision changes Flu-like symptoms Unexplained infections Numbness or tingling in the hands or feet
M y t h : The best measure of health when you have diabetes is your average blood sugar level as determined by your quarterly hemoglobin A1C test. R e a l i t y : Because it is only a measure of average blood glucose levels, an A1C in a good range does not mean your blood glucose is well-controlled. “Not only is it important to manage your blood sugar to prevent complications in your kidneys and eyes, we also need to manage your blood pressure and cholesterol levels. Having diabetes alone puts you at higher risk for cardiovascular events like a heart attack and stroke,” shares Amy Monrreal, PA-C. “It is important to realize that when taking a blood glucose reading once a day, it is a snapshot of one second over the 86,400 seconds we have in a day. I encourage patients to try out the technology available to them to find the best fit for their lifestyle and help them capture trends and keep their blood glucose in a good range,” shares family nurse practitioner Ellen Neylon. Type 1 diabetes is diagnosed worldwide and occurs in every race and nationality. The number of people diagnosed and living with diabetes is increasing in every population. While general awareness of diabetes is growing, the diagnosis and life with diabetes can appear differently in each person affected by the disease. It is important to find an educated medical professional to help you find an accurate diagnosis and the best treatment plan for your lifestyle. For more information on diabetes, please visit diabetes.org or jdrf.org.
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MEDICINE WOMEN Rewriting History By Following Their Dreams By Paul Harasim
At age seven, she was homeless, living in a car with her mother and younger brother. When she was 14, her mother died of alcohol abuse. Her father, in and out of her life, died of a cocaine overdose. The first of her three children was diagnosed with autism. In 2017, at age 30, when her third child was just four months old, Faun Botor became a member of the charter class of the UNLV School of Medicine. Talk about the resilience of the human spirit. You can see Botor entering University Medical Center—UMC is the medical school’s main training hospital—and she’s smiling, asking you about your day. Her jam-packed day, which started with getting her little ones ready for an autism clinic or daycare, is going wonderfully, she says. So it goes when you’re living your dream. Today, more women than ever before are fulfilling their dreams of becoming a physician. In fact, in 2017 the Association of American Medical Colleges reported that the number of women enrolling in medical schools exceeded the number of men for the first time: 50.7% of the 21,338 new enrollees. The new UNLV School of Medicine followed the pattern with 31 women and 29 men in its inaugural 2017 class. UNLV’s second med school class, which gets into full swing this fall, is evenly split, 30-30. Medicine has long attracted fewer women than men in the U.S., largely because women were steered away from the sciences and because of the unpredictable work hours associated with the profession. Dr. Barbara Atkinson, founding dean of the UNLV School of Medicine, and the only woman to have headed three medical
schools in the U.S., says that when she began medical school in 1970, only 10% of medical school students were female. “My mother and mother-in-law were against my going,” says Atkinson, who began medical school after her two children started school. “They thought a woman should be home with the children, that my children would be ruined.” Atkinson’s son is a CPA. Her daughter, an executive chef. Atkinson’s father, a college professor, and husband, a physician, wanted her to follow her dream. In-home help for the children was hired. “There wasn’t daycare back then,” Atkinson says. “Society has changed dramatically regarding women pursuing careers.” Three women with widely diverse backgrounds—Botor, Diana Pena and Lauren Hollifield—recently discussed how they became members of the UNLV School of Medicine’s inaugural class. They say they were never discouraged from pursuing math and science courses, which educators say is indicative from the time they are in grade school. Botor’s dream of becoming a doctor began when her mother became ill. “In eighth grade, my mother (she worked as a casino dealer and housekeeper) was in and out of the hospital due to liver and renal failure. At the hospital, I felt at home. I loved being around nurses and physicians, even the smell of a hospital. That was when I knew I wanted to become a doctor.” Once her mother became critically ill, Botor said her aunt and uncle took over raising her and her brother. “We learned discipline,” says Botor, who graduated as valedictorian from Clark High School. After graduation, she attended the University of Nevada, Reno to begin what she expected would culminate with a medical degree. But she met her would-be husband, leaving school after two years to join him in his homeland of Poland. After getting married, they returned to Nevada in 2009. While pursuing her degree in comprehensive medical imaging at UNLV, she graduated with honors in 2011, Botor and her husband started a family. Six years of work as a sonographer and three children later, Botor began work on a medical degree. “My husband is a cage supervisor at a casino and we’re lucky he works the graveyard shift. I study when the kids are sleeping. Sometimes my husband takes the kids to the clinic or daycare and sometimes I do. It’s not easy, but it’s working; this is really a dream come true.” The 24-year-old Pena, the daughter of Mexican immigrants,
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did not learn English until kindergarten. “Spanish was my first language, and I entered school only knowing how to count to 10 and say my ABCs in English. I still remember the first day of school when my scissors weren’t working. I didn’t know how to tell my teacher, so I broke down and cried.” Pena graduated with honors from Cheyenne High School in North Las Vegas and later UNLV, where she majored in both biology and psychology. She decided to become a doctor after realizing how much her father, a truck driver and financial provider for a family of seven, was affected by diabetes. “I decided I wanted to help people deal with medical issues.” Hollifield, 26, is the daughter of first-generation college graduates who went on to earn doctorates. Her father is an ophthalmologist and her mother, a health behavioral scientist. When it came time for the Bishop Gorman High School graduate to select a college major at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, of course Hollifield went with Spanish. It wasn’t that she had entirely written off following in her parents’ footsteps. She just wanted to keep her career options open and thought becoming bilingual would only help expand those options. It didn’t take her long to begin drifting toward medicine. She joined an emergency medical technicians group in college, completing a college internship at a Nicaraguan medical clinic. “That’s what solidified my decision to go to medical school to become a doctor,” says Hollifield, who graduated with honors from both Loyola and Drexel University, where she earned a Master of Science degree in biochemical studies prior to starting medical school. “I’m like so many of the medical students at UNLV,” says Hollifield. “I look forward to bringing good academic medicine to Southern Nevada, including medically underserved populations.”
Paul Harasim is Editorial Associate Director of the UNLV School of Medicine.
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CAESARS FORUM CAESARSFORUM.COM l CAESARSMEANSBUSINESS.COM Caesars Entertainment has announced plans to develop CAESARS FORUM, a brand new, 550,000-square-foot conference center in Las Vegas. The $375 million investment will feature the two largest pillarless ballrooms in the world, located at the center of the Las Vegas Strip. Scheduled to officially open in 2020, CAESARS FORUM will be the ideal location for anyone looking to host meetings and events in Las Vegas. CAESARS FORUM will feature 320,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, with the two largest pillarless ballrooms at 110,000 square feet each. The ballrooms will be perfect for any event, including: general sessions, breakouts, meals and exhibit space. The ballrooms will be beautifully appointed, offering carpet, lighting fixtures and a finished ceiling. The conference center can hold meetings for more than 10,000 attendees and will offer the latest in technology, a modern design, natural light and a neutral pallet. In line with Caesars’ environmental initiatives, the conference center will be LEED Silver certified. CAESARS FORUM will be built all on one level with two loading docks, making it easy to set up and tear down meetings. CAESARS FORUM will have direct access to the 5,000 rooms at both LINQ and Harrah’s
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hotels through the FORUM Sky Bridge. Flamingo Las Vegas is accessible through the LINQ Promenade and offers another 3,500 hotel rooms. In addition, the conference center will be within walking distance to eight of Caesars Entertainment’s Las Vegas properties, providing accessibility to 20,000 rooms. With so many options, planners can offer a range of hotel rates to their attendees, providing complete flexibility. The FORUM Sky Bridge will feature a monorail stop, giving attendees an effortless way to get around the Las Vegas Strip. The conference center will feature FORUM PLAZA, a 100,000-square-foot outdoor plaza. The plaza will be perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner under the stars. The outdoor space can also be used for wellness breaks, receptions and corporate social responsibility activities. The FORUM PLAZA will be connected to the LINQ Promenade, anchored by the worldfamous High Roller. The High Roller can accommodate 40 attendees per pod and is perfect for cocktail receptions and coffee breaks, offering the best view of Las Vegas. The LINQ Promenade features shopping, dining and entertainment. Caesars is already taking reservations for this state-of-the-art conference center.
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We’ve been together for a while and the spark is gone, what are we supposed to do?
Let the
SPARKS FLY R e i g n i t i n g Yo u r F l a m e f o r L o n g e r L a s t i n g L o v e
By Dr. Tiger
"We’ve been together for a while and the spark is gone, what are we supposed to do?" I regularly hear this opener from couples seeking therapy. Many couples assume that sex is exciting at first, then the excitement dies down and that is to be expected. WRONG! While it is true that meeting a new person and anticipating and then having the first sexual contact with them can be very exciting, the sex itself probably isn’t that great. Don’t get me wrong, it is very exciting to be with someone new and the hormonal rush that accompanies that first contact is intoxicating; so much so that it can lead to what is popularly known as sex and love addiction. But the hormonal rush that comes along with a new conquest is not about love, it is about conquest (for male apes, having a new partner to procreate with and thus have more offspring; for female apes, to copulate with a more genetically desirable male). For humans, good sex comes through practice with a partner you know. When you are with a stranger, sex is mostly performance based since you don’t know the partner at all. It takes quite a while, months to years, of honest communication about sex to really know your partner and to customize your sex to each other so that it is consistently mutually satisfying. When I hear this complaint, it shows that I am dealing with a couple who does not know sex very well and/or does not know each other very well. Taking a sex history of both partners, finding out about how they learned about sex and how they pay attention to knowing themselves and their own sexuality will usually give me plenty of leads about where to take the therapy. Most of us get very poor sex education, and we are shamed into believing that if we ask questions about sex we will be exposed as being inexperienced or not talented sexually. So, we tend to learn a habit and a routine about sex that we think works and is okay for most partners, settling in on doing that and hoping for the best. For couples, this repetitive pattern wears thin over time. Usually couples don’t have the skill to talk about it and end up bored, which makes good sense. Like any other skill, sex takes instruction, education, communication and practice. “Doing what comes naturally” is fine for animals perpetuating their species, but it doesn’t work very well for humans. The bottom line is that good sex is intimate sex, the kind people earn with a partner they trust, whom they can talk to and share what feels good to them and find out what feels good to their partner. Assuming that stimulating the same parts in the same ways with any partner you meet is going to build lasting intimate sexuality, keeps the sex therapist’s practice busy. DR. TIGER IS ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS Email your questions or issues of interest to “Ask Dr. Tiger” to info@lvwomanmagazine.com. For more information, call Dr. Tiger at 702.900.4845 or visit tigerdevorephd.com. Privacy will be maintained.
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Peggy PRUCHNICKI Exhitibing Her Expertise in Both Surgeries and Selfies Alike
Whether it be discussing life-saving tactics in the emergency room with her colleagues at Valley Health Center or chatting the future of cosmetic rejuvenation at her local boutique med spa, Simply Radiant, Advance Practice Nurse Peggy Pruchnicki is a woman of all trades when it comes to medicine in Las Vegas and beyond. Pruchnicki moved to Las Vegas 12 years ago and quickly became the woman to know in the medical scene. She currently balances her time between the ER and her boutique med spa, Simply Radiant, which has been in business for over eight years. “Working in the ER is rewarding and stressful,” said Pruchnicki. “I have a master’s degree in nursing and enormous hours of training to help the patients and staff. The critical thinking every morning is draining, but I find my balance through my work at Simply Radiant.” It’s Pruchnicki and her team’s job to make people happy. “Our clients come to us to help them glow again,” Pruchnicki said when asked about her role in her med spa. “They’re happy to see us and happy to be there. We revitalize them as much as they revitalize us.” Pruchnicki is truly changing the landscape of medicine in Las Vegas. Not only is she making a difference in the emergency operating room, but she’s also making a difference
in people’s selfie game on Instagram and overall self-confidence for that matter. The aestheticians at Simply Radiant, Jennifer Knepper, Master Aesthetician, Certified Laser Technician and Renee’ Sullivan, Master Aesthetician, C-EMT, utilize their combined decades of experience to treat and pamper patients. Their specialties include microneedling, collagen induction therapy, laser treatments and many more services. Additionally, Jennifer specializes in specific wound healing postprocedure and the intricacies specific to different skin types. Simply Radiant is a one-stop-shop for all things rejuvenation and it is the trusted home to both local socialites and the everyday person just looking to take a small sip from the fountain of youth. Pruchnicki and her team offer services ranging from platelet-rich plasma therapy (PRP), dermal fillers, laser therapy, acne treatments, skin rejuvenation, hair restoration and even sexual rejuvenation. Simply Radiant proudly has a patient base made up of about 30% male, so Pruchnicki truly caters her services to all. “Men realize how important it is to protect their skin from sun and chemical damage, especially in Las Vegas,” Pruchnicki said. “Men are starting to
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Simply Radiant
PEGGY PRUCHNICKI
realize that hair removal, facials and wrinkle reduction are simple solutions to feeling better about themselves.” Simply Radiant sees patients aged 13 to 75 years old, as they truly have solutions suitable for all ages. Many parents praise Pruchnicki for her acne protocol that she provides for their teens, which also benefits adults, and couples thank her for adding that extra spark back into the bedroom that had gone missing with time. “I am excited to introduce Gainswave to my boutique med spa,” said Pruchnicki. “This erectile dysfunction treatment was developed in Europe 12 years ago and is cutting-edge in America, especially in Las Vegas. It combines soundwave treatments to break up scar tissue and stimulate collagen in order to help the vessels respond easier.” When Pruchnicki isn’t putting in tireless hours during her time at the ER or brainstorming the next big thing for her boutique med spa to implement, she enjoys spending time with her four children and 14 beautiful grandchildren. What inspired you to get into beauty rejuvenation? Beauty Rejuvenation is a way to find yourself. I want to help everyone find the confidence they had when they were young and could do and be everything they wanted. Sometimes we look in the mirror and we see dark circles around our eyes, acne scars, sun damage or fine lines. I want you to look in the mirror and see that beautiful you. See that radiant, enthusiastic happy person that you are. Tell us more about PRP therapy and how do people benefit? PRP is platelet-rich plasma therapy. This is a treatment from
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your own body. Blood is drawn and spun down to give you back the best healing properties from your own blood. We use it in several ways. The best is to apply it after a deep laser peel. The healing qualities of the platelets are outstanding. We have used it to eliminate acne scars, stretch marks and fine lines. PRP is also used for vaginal rejuvenation, which can help with incontinence and looseness. What are the biggest trends right now? The biggest trend right now is the natural look. Makeup is used to even out skin tones and make your complexion look sun kissed and glowing. We can give you that glow, that smooth radiant complexion by a treatment as easy as facials, broadband light treatments, Vibraderm or even more extensive treatments such as skin resurfacing or deep laser peels. What is the most requested service from your male clientele? Men often come in and want the angry lines to be softened. They want a look that is more approachable. Secondly, men often come for hair removal. They are looking for a more groomed look without the daily upkeep. Obviously, your skin looks amazing and flawless. What is the best beauty tip your mother ever gave you and what is the best beauty tip you’ve passed down to your own children? The best beauty tip my mother gave me was to always take your makeup off every night. Sometimes that was harder than I thought it would be. The best tip I give my daughters and my son is to take care of your face daily. Wash and moisturize it every morning and night when you brush your teeth. Make this your routine. Most importantly: WEAR SUNSCREEN EVERY DAY!
Are there any client testimonials from patients that stand out to you the most? This is difficult. I love the client who starting crying after I injected her lips because she had never had lips. My other client had Bell’s palsy, where one side of her face drooped. She had stopped allowing anyone to take her picture. After two to three treatments her face was more symmetrical, and she was happy and getting pictures with her grandchildren. What are the most popular procedures requested by patients? Clients love the vampire procedures. The results they get intensify with the platelets, whether it is a vampire facial, vampire facelift or the O-shot.
What is the most rewarding thing about what you do? The most rewarding thing about what I do is seeing the joy I bring to patients. To watch the glow return when they look in the mirror, knowing that glow and that radiance they feel when they look at themselves will be reflected back to them with each interaction they have. It feels like I am passing on a smile and hug. Simply Radiant serves patients on an appointment basis and is located at 5568 S. Fort Apache Road. Simply Radiant offers in-office cosmetic solutions, as well as a full line of skincare and after-care products. To learn more, visit simplyradiant-lv.com or call 702.274.6559 to book a consultation. Be sure to like Simply Radiant on Facebook: facebook/com/simplyradiantlv.
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SAVE THE DATE for our FALL EVENTS
23rd Annual
Serenades of Life Doctors in Concert
Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018
The Smith Center for the Performing Arts Brad Garrett Master of Ceremonies Benefitting Nathan Adelson Hospice
Alan Arnold, M.D. Linda Woodson, M.D. Robert Lieberman, M.D. Yevgeniy Khavkin, M.D. Jeannie Khavkin, M.D. Alter’d Ego - featuring band members David Miller, M.D. Ken Woloson, Esq. Phronsie Markin Larry Tindall Tim Mendoza, along with featured guests Ed Kingsley, M.D., Ira Spector, and June Sigman, M.D.
Peter Cetera
Tickets available by calling The Smith Center at 702.749.2000 or online at www.thesmithcenter.com
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Wine and Food Tasting
E x t r a v a g a n z a Benefitting Nathan Adelson Hospice
Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018
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For additional information, please contact Stephanie Forbes: 702.938.3910 or sforbes@nah.org
Geeking Out Over the New Range Rover Evoque Convertible
Can you really have it all? Some like the fun of convertibles and some like the versatility of SUVs. But what if you like both? Is there such a vehicle? Yes, Virginia there is! It is the Range Rover Evoque Convertible. In its third year of production, this compact SUV with a z-folding soft top is quite the charmer. In what other vehicle can one work on their tan while traversing rough terrain? All while being surrounded in the finest leather and wood. For those who like stats, it has a super-efficient 237- or a 286-horsepower turbo-charged four-cylinder engine matted to a 9-speed automatic and, being a Range Rover, it has an incredible all-wheel drive. On the geek side of the equation, the Evoque Convertible has a 10-inch touchscreen “Infotainment” system that is the heart of the vehicle's technology center. It controls a multitude of functions, including music, hands-free cellphone and navigation.
Come experience one for yourself at J a g u a r L a n d Ro ve r L a s Ve ga s 5255 West Sahara Ave., or online at jlrlv.com
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DOCTORS
of the Desert
As the population of Las Vegas increases, so does the scope of medical services offered in our community. From eye health, dental health and women’s health to sexual health and fertility, and hospice and palliative care, we highlight some of the valley’s best in their fields. The Doctors of the Desert bring the best cutting-edge advancements and comforting and specialized care to their patients. Celebrate good health with our Doctors of the Desert.
DOCTORS
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DR Laurie
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Exceptional Dentistry
Specialty: General dentistry with a focus on cosmetic, reconstructive and TMJ 9501 Hillwood Drive Las Vegas, NV 89134 702.463.8600 drlauriesmiles.com
I look at t he whole pat ient including t heir face, color of t heir eyes, sk in tone and even t heir personalit y.
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r. Laurie Bloch-Johnson has been practicing for over 30 years creating a beautiful, natural smile for her patients as well as maintaining good dental health. According to Dr. Laurie, even small improvements can make a big difference in a smile, how someone feels about themselves and how others see them. There are no “typical” patients, as she treats teenagers to over 80 years of age. Her patients come from all walks of life and come for a variety of reasons. “The shape of the tooth is just as important as the color,” she explained. “I look at the whole patient including their face, color of their eyes, skin tone and even their personality.” It could be changing pointed teeth, dominant gums or even closing a small gap. It can make the difference in creating a beautiful smile. Dr. Laurie’s Exceptional Dentistry is a fullservice dental practice that includes full mouth reconstruction, dental implants, TMJ
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disorder, including treatment for snoring, treatment for migraines, headaches caused from bite problems, veneers and periodontal laser management. Her practice offers smile design, smile makeover, dental facelifts, instant orthodontics, porcelain veneers, crowns inlays and onlays, tooth bonding, tooth-colored fillings, porcelain fillings, teeth whitening and gum contouring. She has worked with her master dental ceramist for almost 20 years, and he is available for custom shading and discussing the process with clients. Her practice mission is to see one patient at a time. The initial visit takes about 90 minutes, and Dr. Laurie spends about 45 minutes with each of her patients. Investing that much time and detail allows the patients to make sure that Dr. Laurie is the best possible fit. During the initial visit, there is an examination of the mouth, teeth, jaw joints (TMJ) and masticatory muscles. One of the many uses for the 42inch television in each exam room is that, as a camera takes photos of the mouth, the patient
can see exactly what Dr. Laurie sees with magnifying glasses. State-of-the-art dental technology allows her practice to deliver a more accurate and detailed diagnosis. Some of the different types of technology include digital X-rays, intra-oral cameras, computerized bite analysis and lasers for soft and hard tissue applications. Dr. Laurie is passionate about dentistry and absolutely loves her job. In fact, she is one of the most senior instructors at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies where she teaches dentists from all over the world. Her dental practice is a model for these dentists to visit and see the latest technology in use. Dr. Laurie is a member of American Dental Association, Nevada Dental Association, the International Association of Comprehensive Aesthetics and International College of CranioMandibular Orthopedics. She is also an author and lecturer nationally and internationally.
DOCTORS
of the Desert
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s a l g u Do z e h c n a S DMD
Infinity Dental Family Dentistry Specialties: General dentistry including implants and cosmetic
8940 W. Tropicana Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89147 • 702.248.4448 140 E. Horizon Drive, Suite C Henderson, NV 89015 • 702.485.4777 infinitydentallv.com
...we offer flexible, inexpens ive benefit s t hat prov ide significant sav ings and discount s on dental t reat ment ...
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r. Douglas Sanchez, Infinity Dental Family Dentistry, prides himself in being able to care for his patients and complete most treatments in the office. His expertise includes dental implants, implantsupported dentures, cosmetic, restorative, endodontic and general/family care. His services also include orthodontics, veneers, crown and bridge, sealants, root canals and whitening. Infinity Dental Family Dentistry stays ahead of technology through its CT Scanner, which enables them to take 3D images of patients in the office. Previously, patients had to be referred out to an imaging center or specialists. CT scans can now be performed in the comfort and privacy of the practice. This machine enables the doctor to view and measure bone, view its density and take other measurements necessary for implant placement planning. In addition, these scans enable the doctor to diagnose many problematic conditions which are often not evident in intra-oral radiographs.
This machine is another tool in providing his patients with the best care possible and he considers himself blessed to be able to treat every patient with the most current of options. Dr. Sanchez is very passionate about dental implants, including the All-on-Four or Teeth in One Day procedure. Dr. Sanchez could take a patient who is in a removable denture with little to no teeth, place four to six implants and attach a permanent fixed prosthetic that feels and looks great with the strength of natural teeth, all in the same day. The staff works hard to make sure that the patients have an enjoyable experience. They believe this can be accomplished by ensuring everyone is kind, welcoming and caring. They are also knowledgeable, willing to explain procedures and really spend the time with each patient. Dr. Sanchez also wants to help people with no dental insurance. “We’ve been able to provide our patients with the Infinity Dental Benefits
program where we offer flexible, inexpensive benefits that provide significant savings and discounts on dental treatment and allow our patients to be seen for routine visits and cleanings without paying any additional out-ofpocket expenses each time. We’re able to work with our patients in finding a monthly cost that they can afford to obtain discounted treatment. It’s great to be able to offer our patients a means to affordable dental treatments and cleanings.” Born in Germany and raised in Oregon and California, Dr. Sanchez graduated from University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine. He has practiced for several years with a wide range of experience in different areas of dentistry including Dental Implants and Implant Supported Dentures, Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry, Advanced Surgical Treatments, Orthodontics, Periodontics, as well as Laser Therapy and Endodontics.
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DOCTORS
of the Desert
DR r
Tige e r o v e D PHD
PSYCHOLOGIST - SEX THERAPIST Specialties: Clinical Psychologist AASECT Certified Sex Therapist 9414 W. Lake Mead Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89134 702.900.4845 tigerdevorephd.com
...many of t he people I work wit h are healt hy, ever yday people wh o are just facing challenges and I can help.
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r. Tiger Devore, columnist for Las Vegas Woman magazine about relationships, sex and gender issues, is a respected expert and caring physician. With over 25 years of practice and expertise, Dr. Tiger strives to help couples or individuals who are experiencing problems. This includes changes in daily living or just dissatisfaction with quality of life, going through transitions as they age, changing jobs, entering or leaving a relationship, going through separation or divorce, death of a partner and approaching dating after a loss. He also works with couples dealing with infidelity, whether to repair or leave the relationship. Often mistaken for a personal trainer rather than a clinical psychologist, Dr. Tiger is frequently asked for solicited advice. “Oh, I think we need to talk” is heard most when telling someone that he is a psychologist and sex therapist. Being a sex therapist comes with some misconceptions about what he does versus what he doesn’t do. “Sex therapists do not ever
sleep with their patients. Even though we do help with sex and relationship problems, we do not become personally involved with our patients in that kind of physical or emotional way. We do psychotherapy, which is just talk therapy,” Dr. Tiger explained. “Some patients have called the work with me ‘sexual finishing school’ where one gets the chance to learn everything they never got to learn about sex and find out where any problems they have with sex and relationships might have come from and work them out in the course of the therapy.” Dr. Tiger works closely with patients who have experienced a personal trauma to recover and let go of their unreal set of fears. “Too often a terrible thing that happened long ago can make it very hard, if not impossible, to enjoy something wonderful that is happening right now, because it reminds us of that old terrible thing in our history,” he said. “Real change in thinking can happen in relatively a few years; so many prejudices in psychotherapeutic theory and practice, especially in the field of sexuality, have become the stuff of foolishness in mainstream practice, even though you can
always find a practitioner who is holding onto old, debunked ideas.” He has worked in sex research clinics at both the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and the Human Sexuality program at the University of California, Los Angeles. Dr. Tiger wrote a sex education program that was adopted by counseling center and health center staff at the university level nationally. Other areas he serves include the National Institutes of Health as a crisis counselor at its AIDS treatment and evaluation center at UCLA, incarcerated sex offenders, and has been an expert witness in court. Recently he worked with the Clark County School District, state legislature and various communities to implement programs for people who might not otherwise have access to services and help needed. “I love my work, and love seeing the people I work with live well. In fact, many of the people I work with are healthy, everyday people who are just facing challenges and I can help,” Dr. Tiger said. “I encourage those who need my help to please reach out to me.”
DOCTORS
of the Desert
DR
a i h t n y C Payne OD
TRENDSETTER EYEWEAR
Specialty: Optometry 1225 S. Fort Apache Road Suite 145 Las Vegas, NV 89117 702.479.5222 trendsettereyewear.com
One of t he healt hiest choices a person can make for t heir eyes is ult rav iolet protect ion.
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r. Cynthia Payne is a board-certified optometrist specializing in the treatment and management of ocular disease and owner of Trendsetter Eyewear. She enjoys working with people to improve their vision, assess the health of their eyes and treat eye disease. She also provides pre- and post-operative care for patients at LASIK of Nevada in Las Vegas and Reno. Motivated by the freedom optometry provides, from the ability to practice anywhere, choosing to be self-employed or work for another doctor full time or part time, to working in research and teaching; Dr. Payne loves having the choices that optometry offers to her. Dr. Payne has been practicing in private optometry since 1997 and opened Trendsetter Eyewear in 2011. She is a Distinguished Woman of Nevada member. Dr. Payne attended the Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, where she earned her Doctorate of Optometry. A graduate of Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tennessee, she received a Bachelor of Science with a
major in biology and a minor in chemistry. She also completed one year of graduate study at the University of Tennessee, Memphis in neuroscience and worked for an additional two years as a research assistant in Cancer Pharmacology at the University of Tennessee, Memphis. Dr. Payne provides routine eye exams and is skilled at diagnosing many ocular diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration and others. She routinely treats diseases of the anterior segments and her extensive optometric experience enables her to fit and recommend all specialty designs of contact lenses, including hard-to-fit patients. Optometry is somewhat unique in that there is both an optical component and a health care component. In the optical field, some of the newest options are digitally designed eyeglass lenses (computer designed for optimized vision) and more contact lenses options that are healthier to wear (more oxygen transmission, stay cleaner, better for dryness). In the health
care field, managing dry eye has become a major challenge. There are new technologies to help patients: artificial tears and eyelid oil glands treatments. There is also a new focus on counseling for nutritional practices and blink awareness to try decreasing dry eye symptoms. One of the healthiest choices a person can make for their eyes is ultraviolet protection. Ultraviolet increases the incidence of cataracts, macular degeneration, pterygium and skin cancer. Choosing sunglasses or eyeglasses with UV protection helps decrease the risk of these diseases of the eye (and wrinkles). All the things that are good for the rest of the body also apply to the eyes; like not smoking (smoking increases the risks of macular degeneration, cataract, glaucoma, diabetes, dry-eye syndrome, thyroid disease); maintaining a balanced nutrition (antioxidants, omega-3, lutein and zeaxanthin for the macula) and routine exercise. Genetic wellness testing can help someone eat foods that work with their DNA to optimize their health.
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DOCTORS
of the Desert
DR
Eva Littman M D , F. A . C . O . G
Red Rock Fertility Center
Specialty: Fertility Specialist 9120 West Russell Road, Suite 200 Las Vegas, NV 89148 702.749.4902 redrockfertility.com
Dr. Littman’s Red Rock Fertility Center is Nevada’s first and only boutiquestyle center specializing in personalized physician care and expertise in an intimate and cozy setting.
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ertility specialist, Dr. Eva Littman, founder and practice director of Red Rock Fertility Center, continues to practice cutting-edge medicine with one goal. She wants to assist people in Southern Nevada in growing their families. Thousands of families have benefited from Dr. Eva Littman’s service over many years. The new facility includes several dedicated treatment, consultation and acupuncture/massage rooms. It features a separate dedicated education center, in which classes on topics related to fertility, group injection instruction and fertility seminars are held monthly. This has given Red Rock Fertility Center the ability to offer the complete treatment of the mind, body and soul, including reproductive surgery if needed, all in the same location. Red Rock Fertility Center also includes genetic screening for abnormal chromosomes of IVF cycles, which allows selection of healthy genetically normal embryos and reduces miscarriage rates. She is one of Las Vegas’ most trusted and knowledgeable fertility experts. As the founder and practice director of Red Rock Fertility Center, she has successfully guided the center to produce exceptionally high pregnancy success rates year
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after year. She has contributed to worldwide knowledge of specific fertility issues by publishing numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals and regularly presents at international meetings and local conferences. Dr. Littman completed her medical training at some of the world’s leading medical centers and universities including Stanford University and Duke University. Her ground-breaking research has been honored and recognized by the nation’s most prestigious organizations. She was awarded the Pacific Coast Reproductive Society Prize Paper Award and the Academic Medicine Fellowship Award by the National Medical Foundation. Some of Dr. Littman’s recent and notable awards include being named “Top Doctor” in the field of fertility for the past eight years. She was named a “Woman to Watch” in 2013 by Vegas Inc., and in 2017 the U.S. Small Business Administration awarded her “Nevada’s Small Business Person of the Year.” Local charities are a large part of her civic life as well. She is on the board of Nevada Blind Children’s Foundation, and is also a member and volunteer
with United Way Women’s Leadership Council of Southern Nevada. Dr. Littman has donated fertility consultations and IVF cycles to Volunteers in Medicine Southern Nevada, a nonprofit medical clinic that provides healthcare to the uninsured and to the Tinina Q. Cade Foundation, a nonprofit organization that assists families battling infertility. Dr. Littman has also been a financial supporter of The Shade Tree, a Las Vegas-based shelter for women, children and pets who are victims of domestic abuse. Unsurprisingly, local and national media outlets have taken notice. She has been interviewed as a guest expert several times on Las Vegas news outlets including Fox5 News and KTNV Channel 13. She has also made guest appearances on TLC’s “Sister Wives” and Freeform’s “Ben & Lauren: Happily Ever After?” Dr. Littman’s Red Rock Fertility Center is Nevada’s first and only boutique-style center specializing in personalized physician care and expertise in an intimate and cozy setting. Dr. Littman and her team have been able to create thousands of pregnancies and in turn have helped her patients expand their families.
DOCTORS
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Nathan Adelson Hospice
Specialties: Hospice and Palliative Medicine 4141 Swenson Street Las Vegas NV 89119 702.733.0320 nah.org
I’ve seen first hand how beaut iful and how helpful th e hospice program can be to bo t h pat ient s and t heir families .
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ot only is Dr. Catrisha CabanillaDel Mundo the program director of the Nathan Adelson Hospice Osteopathic Fellowship in Hospice and Palliative Medicine program, she was also the first fellow to undertake and graduate from the program. The program, one of only 11 in the country, and the only one in Nevada, is notable for providing humanistic, holistic, evidencebased education for graduate physicians seeking additional skill, competence, and certification in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. The curriculum is consistent with the vision and requirements established by the American Osteopathic Association and delineated in the AOA Basic Documents for Postdoctoral Training. Hospice care is a medical and holistic treatment for a patient who is no longer seeking curative treatment. Palliative care is care focused on pain and symptom management, but can also be used while still
utilizing curative treatment. Nathan Adelson Hospice is the oldest, largest and only nonprofit hospice in the Southern Nevada area. Dr. Cabanilla-Del Mundo was born in Torrance, California and obtained her Bachelor of Science in biochemistry at the University of California, Riverside. She completed her family medicine residency at Valley Hospital Medical Center after earning her Doctor of Osteopathy at Touro University Nevada and then signed up for the fledgling fellowship program. “From the beginning, I was impressed with the high level of dedication I felt from everyone at Nathan Adelson Hospice. I also loved the incredible focus of the mission: to ensure no one ended their journey of life alone, afraid or in pain,” Cabanilla-Del Mundo said. “It’s obviously a subject people shy away from discussing, but I’ve seen firsthand how beautiful and how helpful the hospice program can be to both patients and their families.”
This year marks her fourth year as the fellowship program director. In addition to overseeing the program, she leads the training of the new hospice and palliative medicine physicians at NAH through the fellowship. She is also an adjunct faculty member for Touro University Nevada, as well as Valley Hospital graduate medical education and Mountain View graduate medical education. She mentors and teaches medical students and resident physicians on a daily basis during palliative care rounds and also gives lecture presentations to both Valley and Mountain View programs about hospice and palliative medicine. Dr. Cabanilla-Del Mundo is married with two children. She likes to spend time with her friends and family, travel and try new food whenever her schedule permits. Her schedule stays busy, however, since, in addition to her duties as program director, she is the chair of Hospice and Palliative Care at Mountain View Hospital and a member of Valley Health System ethics committee.
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Embracing
FAILURE By Tonya Twitchell
In the previous issue of Las Vegas Woman magazine, I challenged you to begin living your life through the lens of your intended legacy. I asked you to consider the legacy you have created to date and to evaluate the extent to which it is a legacy of design or a legacy of default. As I have considered this question in my own life, I was reminded of the power of intentional, strategic practice. Many years ago, I read the book “Talent Is Overrated: What Really Separates World-Class Performers from Everybody Else” by Geoff Colvin. What resonated with me the most was this: The greatest athletes, performers, inventors, leaders, etc. did not become great simply because they were born great. These individuals were born human. And then, unlike many of us, they did the work. Lots of work. They intentionally and strategically practiced for hours, days, weeks, months and years. They surrounded themselves with people who would teach them, challenge them, provide honest feedback, coach them, and so on. They had many missteps, many failures, many moments of doubt and confusion. Yet, through it all, they kept getting back up and starting again. What I loved then and what I love now is that this book provides tangible, specific evidence of the value and importance of championing ourselves and our possibilities. Each of the individuals described in this book had to learn to become their own very best champion. They had to be willing to do the things I have been challenging and inviting you to do. The most successful of these individuals realized that it is far easier to champion yourself when you are surrounded by people who are your champions. They succeeded because they were willing to be authentic, open and brave. They succeeded because they were willing to tell the truth—to themselves and to their champions—about the moments when they felt least successful. About the moments when they were failing or feared failing. Most importantly, they had to be willing to tell the truth about what failure, and those moments of failure, meant about them, about who they were and could be. The answer, as it turns out, is this: Failure is simply a part of the journey. Failure is a thing; a tool that we can use (if we choose) to make us better, stronger, smarter. Failure is something that can provide great insight and learning, especially when we have smart, insightful people (coaches, teachers and champions) around us to help us leverage it. Failure is something that is outside of us; until, that is, we make the choice to let it in.
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When in your life have you allowed failure to enter your persona, into your being? When in your life have you allowed your failures to define you rather than becoming a tool or guide to support you in moving forward from that moment? Where have you allowed failure—or perhaps the possibility of it—to shut you down or make you small? When have you held back from trying, doing, dreaming because the thought of failing at it caused you to question whether you could or would survive? This season, I invite you to reconsider your relationship and perspective on failure. I challenge you to invite failure toward you … to consider failure as a friend—a necessity even—on your journey to become the greatest and most talented version of you that you choose and want to be. I encourage you to stay connected to your legacy. To think about what is most important to you and own it. Set aside the need, or sense that you need, to explain or justify it. Champion yourself and your desires and do it loudly! Consider the failures you need to get to and through quickly on the journey to your legacy, and then be intentional and strategic and urgent about taking them on. Surround yourself with other champions. Share with them the fears that will want to hold you back or stop you from starting. Remind them that failure is your new teacher and ask them to help you in uncovering the lessons that may only be available in the failures you step through. Talent and greatness are available to each of us. I am a champion of people and possibilities, and I believe this at my core. I also know that nothing comes to us without intention, effort and the willingness to speak and own our truths. Remember that you are amazing and important. Remember that you are the only one who can design and create the legacy you are here to live and leave. Step boldly and bravely toward your failures. Engage with them. Celebrate them. And remember to laugh and play along the way.
Tonya Twitchell is a champion of people and possibilities. In her work with individuals, teams, and corporations, Tonya provides training, coaching, and public speaking about the importance and intersection of leadership and legacy. For more information, visit www.tonyatwitchell.com, linkedin.com/in/tonyatwitchell, or email Tonya at Tonya@ TonyaTwitchell.com
I invite you to reconsider your relationship and perspective on failure.
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So, you're
RETIRED? H o w ’s t h a t g o i n g ? By Charlene Stegman Moskal
“So, you’re retired? How’s that going? What do you do all day? Do you miss working?” And a myriad of other questions from the steadily employed who know that their days at the grind are numbered. Of course, not everyone towards the end of his or her career feels it’s a grind, but after about three decades the experience of working usually gets stale. I retired from a teaching career in public schools at the secondary level. I taught “fun” subjects: art, theater, speech. To tell the truth, I always enjoyed my kids and their fresh, unique perspective. So, to give some suggestions and answer some of the questions we retirees are often asked:
1) Did you love to draw? Take art classes. Did you love to go to shows? Get involved in community theater. Look at what you enjoyed doing as a child and extrapolate that into something you can do as an adult.
Was your passion to play a nurse, the kind of kid to bandage teddy bears? Become a volunteer at a medical facility. Were you athletic or just love sports? Find centers (they abound in Las Vegas) to workout in or become part of a team. You get the picture. out a place to indulge your interests. It can be anywhere as long as you claim it as your space. 2) Carve Share yourself with other like-minded people. Be part of a community. like myself, you have a partner, remember you are not joined at the hip. He or she can do what they 3) If,need to do and you can follow your own path. love being retired. I can stay up until 3 a.m. and sleep until noon if I want. I don’t generally have a 4) Ischedule to which I adhere, except those trips to doctor’s offices that usually plague those of us over a certain age. I try to take good care of myself physically, but most importantly, I have found what I truly love to do. So spiritually, I’m healthy. Sometimes it feels like an addiction, but it never feels like work. If you discover the thing that makes you feel as if you are a contributor to life, then retirement can be the chapter you have always wanted to write, now that you have the time.
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Leading the way in
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital A one-of-a-kind Las Vegas leadership female team includes the guidance of Allison Zednicek, Chief Executive Officer; Tristan Ivy, Chief Financial Officer; and Cheryl Pena, Chief Nursing Officer. In addition to multiple years of behavioral health hospital administration experience, this trio brings a great deal of professional experience from other markets as well. This includes academic institutions, long-term acute care, not-for-profit community-based programming, health insurance policy planning and physician management. Built upon decades of collective and extensive healthcare and psychiatric experience found across their executive, physician and employee teams, Desert Parkway has established one of the best behavioral hospital systems in the state. By providing services to the vulnerable and underserved populations, as well as those requiring immediate care, they help return patients safely to their homes and communities. As an organization, they wholeheartedly believe in population care management. This is evidenced by their approach to the case management model they have developed and employed. When appropriate, they attach patients to their own outpatient programs in order to reduce readmissions to the hospital. They have the same case management model for every patient in the outpatient program, ensuring that medications are managed closely, patients are showing symptom improvement and that they are feeling safe every day they go home. Constructed from the ground up, Desert Parkway has become a premier hospital for inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services in Las Vegas. They are a Joint Commission accredited, 152-bed acute psychiatric facility offering a wide range of treatment options for children as young as 8 years old, adolescents, adults, the elderly and a specialized 23-bed unit for veterans, military, first responders, fire fighters and police. The medical team and staff are dedicated to providing patients with respect, compassion and dignity. They separate themselves from other behavioral healthcare hospitals through evidence-based and proven group therapy; licensed therapy services for individual, group and family; an on-site teacher to help with school homework assignments; state-of-the-art gym for veterans/first responders; indoor basketball court; pet, music and art therapy; transportation; discharge aftercare planning and bilingual services. The new outpatient services facility offers lunch and learn events, educational classes and support groups to help raise awareness on mental illnesses and behavioral issues.
Left to right: Allison Zednicek, Chief Executive Officer Tristan Ivy, Chief Financial Officer Cheryl Pena, Chief Nursing Officer
Desert Parkway is leading the way in behavioral health as a resource, educator and advocate.
Desert Parkway Behavioral Health Care | 3247 Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV 89109 | 877.663.7976 | desertparkway.com
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L a s Ve ga s Wo m a n Magazine Cover Party Photographer: B&T Capture/Bennie E. Palmore II Over 1,500 guests celebrated the Las Vegas Woman Summer Soiree Cover Party at Tivoli Village. Swag bags were given to the first 300 women with samples, coupons and goodies. The event included the reveal of the cover featuring Soozi Jones Walker and Bobbi Miracle, the mother-daughter commercial real estate team at Commercial Executives Real Estate Services. A fun twist on the event featured a food and wine tasting tour of various businesses within Tivoli. Additional bites were provided by Diamond Events & Catering and Oscar Catering. The crowd was entertained with music by High Flyin’ Entertainment. As always, lavish raffle prizes were awarded to several lucky attendees. Thank you to all of the sponsors and guests for their continued support of Las Vegas Woman magazine.
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Wine to Remember Charity Event Photography by Chezaray Photography Affinity Gaming presented Wine to Remember in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association Desert Southwest Chapter at Silver Sevens Hotel & Casino’s Oasis Pool. The event raised more than $30,000 towards local programs, services, treatments and preventions for Alzheimer’s and dementia and featured delicious Cuban-inspired hors d’oeuvres, fine wine, specialty cocktails and exciting silent auction items. Affinity Gaming Interim CEO Walter Bogumil and Silver Sevens General Manager Dan Uonites presented Desert Southwest Chapter Southern Regional Director Kelly Kristo with a $15,000 check. The charity event was also commemorated with an official proclamation presented by Christian Bato, Regional Representative for U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto.
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2018 JDRF Hope Gala Photography by Cashman Photo The 2018 JDRF Hope Gala ballroom opened with an inspiring speech from Mandalay Bay President and COO, Chuck Bowling. The evening also included entertainment from Clint Holmes, a steel drum band, the Mark Mackay Band and Cirque du Soleil. Guests enjoyed a fabulous dinner prepared by Executive Chef Susan Wolfla, an amazing live auction and an inspiring Fund a Cure presentation. The evening ended with a celebration on the dance floor. Thank you to everyone who helped raise over $1.3 million for T1D research.
The Just One Project White Party Fundraiser Photography by Evan Murphy Photography The Rosé All Day themed White Party fundraiser had more than 200 people in attendance to raise mdoney for The Just One Project. The Just One Project is a nonprofit organization that connects community by inspiring people to give back, get involved and make a difference in the lives of disadvantaged families and children. The organization creates projects that fill basic needs and positively impact the people we serve. Their Pop Up & Give Project serves 40,000+ pounds of food per month through their mobile food bank. The Smile Project brings costumed characters to visit sick children in pediatric hospitals throughout Southern Nevada. The white party included Showgirls, psychic readers, cocktails by Ketel one Botanicals and Notorious Pink Rosé. The success of this event allows the organization to add a third location to the Pop Up & Give in August.
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TURNING OFF
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a n d Tu n i n g i n t o M e d i t a t i o n By Jodi Friedman
As a Group Meditation Specialist, Jodi Friedman practiced creating intentions while meditating on her next goal. Realizing what was out of balance, she focused on creating the opposite in her group meditations, coining the name “Intentional Meditations.� You can find Jodi on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/jodifriedman or email: intentionalhealings@ gmail.com. She is available for group and corporate meditations throughout the U.S.
If you have been unsuccessful at meditating on your own, it may be time to look at and manage your expectations. Many people think that meditation is supposed to look a certain way to find their bliss. In the beginning, it’s quite probable to think you’re doing something wrong because you don’t know how to let go of your thoughts. The truth is, it’s all in your perception that makes the real difference. What if you were to know that there’s no wrong way to meditate; wouldn’t that relieve the pressure? Here’s the reality… The only wrong way to meditate is to not meditate at all. Repetitive thoughts and beliefs that you are powerless, weak and hopeless often run in the background of the mind. These thoughts keep us in check and bind us to live the same day over and over until something happens to change and rewire those brainwaves. The welcome shift that can change everything around you is meditation. From physically changing the structure of the brain to releasing stress-neutralizing chemicals to quieting the anxiety-creating mind chatter, meditation can give the welcome relief needed for a healthy and happy life.
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Meditation relaxes your nervous system, generates optimism, self-esteem, confidence and motivation. It slows down the cardiovascular system, restores and balances digestion and absorption of nutrients, and relieves insomnia and headaches. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of reasons to find a daily meditation practice that slows down the racing mind.
Why meditate? Picture your day never stopping to slow down your thoughts. Approximately 60,000 thoughts float in and out every day. People feel fatigued when they don’t take time to de-stress their brain. Let’s talk about some tips and tricks of the trade that can make meditating the perfect tool in your toolbox.
Five Easy Steps to Meditating Every Day One Commit to a daily practice to create a new positive habit that will bring a clear vision of how you can change things for the better. Understand that this is the beginning of changing your world both inside and out.
Two Choose the time of day that works best for you and commit to it. Ten minutes a day is a good place to start. For best results, doing it at the same time each day gives you the best opportunity for consistently slowing down your mind and relaxing the body.
Three Find your quiet place where you will not be disturbed.
Four If possible, sit with a straight back, feet touching the floor or in the lotus position; hands on your lap and eyes closed. Thumb and middle finger can be touching; palms up.
Five Whether you meditate in silence or with gentle spa music, focus on the rhythm of your in-breath and your out-breath as your mind and body begin to relax. Allow your thoughts to drift in and drift out; allowing whatever comes in to be there without judgment. It’s as if you became a witness to somebody’s thoughts and you just watch them come and go. Do this for 10 minutes and slowly bring yourself back into the room; taking your time to feel centered and grounded and in your body. Once you’ve finished meditating, jot down some positive information you received in your meditation. Focus on a few things you feel grateful for. The more a person meditates, the more their brains can rewire for balance and peace.
A few apps you might try for meditation: Insight Timer, Head Space, Breethe, and Calm
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COMPETITION By Galit Ventura-Rozen
Competition will always exist; there will always be a business or service like yours. In place of spending time seeing competition as a threat, you can choose to learn from it. It’s an amazing thing when you accept competition and, instead of fearing it, you let it drive you. It is in our nature to compare ourselves to others, which is not always a bad thing. What if instead of stopping yourself because of the competition, you chose to learn from it? The competition makes it interesting, the competition will many times support you and collaborate with you, the competition shows you that each person is unique in their own abilities, expertise, and success. There is enough room for multiple businesses that are alike to succeed and each unique business will attract its own ideal client.
Why reinvent the wheel if i t ’s a l r e a d y working well?
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1. Implement what they are doing that you love: There will be some things your competition is doing in their business that you absolutely love. You want to take note of these things and uniquely implement them into your business. I have encountered multiple businesses offering the same service, but with different styles, customer service and more. Learning what you love about your competition will give you insight into the type of business you want to run or even the way you want to work in your profession.
2. Attract your ideal client: Is your competition building relationships, using social media, putting on events, collaborating and advertising? Research how the competition is using these different mediums to attract their ideal client and pick and choose the methods that are working or not working for them. You can then develop a marketing plan for your style and implement that into your business or profession. By observing and following your competition, you can tune into the methods that will match the type of image you want to portray to attract your ideal client.
3. Learn from their mistakes: Why reinvent the wheel if it’s already working well? Why not just choose to make the wheel your own? For me, that may mean bedazzling it. Learning from a competitor’s mistakes will save you time and money. When you do the research on your competition, observe the way they are running their business, look at their website, check out their social media and read what people are saying about them. This will help tremendously to avoid making the same mistakes they have already made. Competition will always be around, it is uncommon that a business will be the only one in the world offering those services. I suggest that clients find what makes their business or profession unique. Many times, it is them.
Galit Ventura-Rozen is a 20-plus year entrepreneur, business performance expert, professional speaker, philanthropist and influencer. She works with businesses to increase their productivity and profits through attracting their ideal client, entrepreneurial speaking, and more. She can be reached at galitventurarozen.com.
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ZION PONDEROSA
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W h e r e Z i o n N a t i o n a l P a r k To u c h e s t h e S k y
Looking for an escape to the wonders of Zion National Park and its surrounding areas? Just a three-hour drive from Las Vegas, Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort is uniquely located on the east side of the national park. “There is so much ground to explore that you’ll never run out of new things to see at Zion National Park,” suggests General Manager Julie Millard. “Zion is the number one scenic attraction in Utah.” Zion National Park expands 30 miles in length and visitors from around the globe consider Zion one of their favorite destinations. One of the most beautiful places to stay while visiting Zion is Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort, which offers eight lodging options, including glamping tents, Conestoga wagons, cabin suites or luxurious mountain homes. With 4,000 private acres of land, Zion Ponderosa is rated as one of the top adventure resorts in America. Experience jeep tours with dramatic scenic views, along with guided hiking, horseback riding, ATV riding, canyoneering and much more. Zion Ponderosa’s adventure recreation activity list is one that will fill you with excitement. At 6,500 feet in elevation, Zion Ponderosa is a wildlife corridor on the plateau above Zion National Park with wild turkeys, mule deer, and other animals and birds surrounding these pristine lands. Far from city lights the night sky offers dramatic views of the Milky Way. Zion Ponderosa Ranch Resort has an on-property restaurant, swimming pool with water slides and jacuzzi, and with eight lodging options, there is sure to be something for everyone.
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Wo m e n ’s R e t r e a t More and more women are searching for getaway experiences where they can connect with nature and develop new friendships. Zion Ponderosa has created a woman’s retreat that provides a real outdoor adventure. Mandy Woodhouse, director of the event, describes the Women’s Adventure Retreat as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. “I do not know of any other retreat that offers hikes, helicopter tours, four-wheeling, skeet-shooting and rappelling down a canyon,” she said. “Then you end each day with great meals, hot tubbing, fire pits and star gazing at night.” While the resort offers several planned excursions, women can forego a scheduled activity in favor of visiting Zion National Park, taking a serene nature walk on the private ranch, or hiking three miles across the plateau to Observation Point (noted by Backpacker magazine as the most scenic view in Utah). “The Adventure Retreat was created as a nice break for women. We get so busy doing good things, but it’s nice to take some time for ourselves,” said Woodhouse. Beyond offering an adventurous getaway, the event is a place for women to reconnect with themselves and bond with other women. “We work so hard. If we take some time away we can step back into the daily grind and be a better version of ourselves,” said Woodhouse. “It impacted my life as much as each of the unique women I have been able to meet. When women are around other women they share a bond, and when they do challenging things together they can celebrate together. The bond between women and sharing life-long friendships are hard to beat.” While the women’s retreat is a unique event, Zion Ponderosa hosts families, groups, and individuals throughout the year who come to relax, experience adventure, and enjoy southwestern Utah’s scenic surroundings.
Zion Ponderosa Twin Knolls Road | Zion National Park 1.800.293.5444 zionponderosa.com
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Fall
READS
As we examine where we are at this point in the year, some may be tackling their goals like a linebacker and some may need a little push up the hill to get through the rest of 2018. Wherever you are, we encourage you to keep going. Whether you need a swift tackle or just some gas to keep you going, here are our recommendations for you.
G I R L , WA S H YO U R FA C E :
Stop Believing The Lies About Who You Are So You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be
U N F U*K YO U RS E L F:
Get Out Of Your Head And Into Your Life By Gary John Bishop
By Rachel Hollis Lifestyle expert Rachel Hollis, founder of the popular website thechicsite.com, has taken her social status to not only publish this book, but also act like your own personal cheerleader and BFF. It is hard to get past the first few pages without saying to yourself, “hmmm … I am not alone.” In this book, Hollis encourages readers to face the feelings of inadequacy we may have and tactfully reminds us all that our unkind mindset is a straight-up lie. She exposes 20 lies and misconceptions that often hold us back from living our best lives and to truly feel joy and worth. Hollis uses honesty and humor to examine the lies that previously held her back while sharing practical strategies to shut them down once and for all. “Girl, Wash Your Face” will help you take the steps necessary to live with passion, find joy and give yourself some grace along the way.
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This book is not for the faint of heart or easily offended, but is for the no-nonsense reader in search of becoming the truly unfu*cked version of themselves. Bishop directs the reader to “wake up to the miracle you are” and realize that others are not standing in the way of success; it is our own negative self-talk. The opening line references feeling like a hamster on a wheel, moving but essentially going nowhere. Through a series of seven assertations, Bishop helps to reprogram thoughts to help lead the life you were meant to have and ends with “Where Next?”, the chapter that ties together all the previous lessons and hammers home that if you want things to be different, then you need to be different and make things happen. There is no combination of meditation, planning or wishing that can make things change unless we push ourselves to be the change.
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LITERARY LADIES TO READ An Interview with Heather Lang By Jennifer Battisti
Witness off-duty Elvis, Miss Atomic at home, and words as trapeze artists. Explore ghosts in the ecotone, hasty breakups, and why reproduction has so many o’s. Discover the saltshaker that’s buried in the microwave, a sci-fi spacesuit’s metallic silver and that desert bone. Edited and introduced by Heather Lang and funded by the Nevada Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts, “Legs of Tumbleweeds, Wings of Lace” features remarkable literature by some of today’s most talented Nevada writers including Las Vegas Woman magazine contributing writer Jennifer Battisti. Jennifer Battisti: Last year, you curated and edited “Legs of Tumbleweed, Wings of Lace: An Anthology of Literature by Nevada Women.” What was your initial vision for this project? Heather Lang: Shortly after moving to Nevada, I noticed that writers in the Vegas Valley seemed particularly committed to giving back to their communities: hosting readings, serving as editors, working as teachers, and championing fellow poets and writers in a number of other ways. After a couple of years, I realized that this wasn’t an observation of happenstance. I wasn’t simply bumping into the right people at the right time. Vegas Valley writers are truly committed to giving back and I wanted to celebrate these community-minded artists. Moreover, after learning more about gender disparities in the publishing world—through conversations with fellow literary magazine editors and by studying the information gathered by VIDA: Women in Literary Arts—I felt compelled to celebrate literature by Nevada women. JB: Did your vision evolve through the process of receiving the submissions? HL: My vision did evolve. Originally, I intended for the anthology to more obviously denote the celebration of Nevada women who give back to their communities. However, I quickly learned that it was nearly impossible to find a Nevadan woman writer who does not give back to her community. This brimming generosity was a wonderful discovery! Therefore, in both the titling and promotion of the book, I decided to shift the focus from an anthology of literature by Nevada women who give back to their readerly and writerly communities to, more simply put, an anthology of literature by Nevada women. My original intention was to celebrate the writing of these do-gooders because so much of their valuable time and energy goes toward helping others. This is time taken away from their own craft. Therefore, why not keep the spotlight on their art and make sure this was their moment to shine? The women included in this anthology are exceptionally talented; it was an honor to curate their work.
A reading of Legs of Tumbleweeds, Wings of Lace will be held at the Green Valley Librar y at 6:00 p.m. on September 11th with an open mic following. This event is free and open to the public. JB: When you created this anthology, you had only lived in Las Vegas for a couple of years. Having spent much of your life in Wisconsin, which scarcely resembles the Nevada landscape, has your own writing been influenced by Nevada’s geography and the city of Las Vegas? HL: Yes, absolutely. For as long as I’ve considered myself a writer and a poet, I’ve been drawn to images and to the stories they suggest versus more straightforward narratives. For example, what story might a capsized grocery cart tell, or what do we do with a failing owl decoy, one that’s surrounded by birdsong? Las Vegas offers an incredible opportunity because there are so many iconic images—from neon signs to Cirque du Soleil acrobats, for example—that immediately pop from the page when referenced. However, the juxtaposition of this city’s more infamous glamour against the breathtaking Mojave Desert has created more poetic opportunities than I ever could have imagined. Part of why this pairing works so well, I believe, is that despite being from seemingly different words, both are larger than life, just in their own unique ways.
Heather Lang is a poet, writer, and literary critic. She serves as World Literature Editor for The Literary Review and teaches composition and literature with Nevada State College.
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How poetry is making an impact in the lives o f t h o s e l i v i n g w i t h A l z h e i m e r ’s By Jennifer Battisti
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My grandmother, Mary, was an artist, a musician and a teacher at a school for the deaf and blind. Later, she was diagnosed with dementia and placed into an assisted living facility. My family and I felt powerless as we watched her grasp at memories, words, and her identity like slippery fish. I still have her last painting, a self-portrait, drawn in childlike illustration with the words “Who am I?” below it. Even dementia cannot steal art. She died in 2012, and I deeply regretted not knowing more about Alzheimer’s and dementia. Knowing she did not have access to an outlet to connect with her art at the end of her life was saddening, as I am a poet and the thought of losing poetry in addition to losing memories is heartbreaking. Five years later, I met with current Clark County Poet Laureate, Vogue Robinson, to discuss her vision to bring awareness to poetry in the community during her two-year term. It wasn’t long before we shared about our grandmothers through tearful stories of their exceptional spirits and their struggles with memory. It felt like the planets had aligned as we quickly found Poetry For Life: an intergenerational program designed to teach students to perform and create poetry with older adults; with an emphasis on patients diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
by the diseases. It will enrich the lives of older adults living with Alzheimer’s and dementia by fostering engagement with the arts through reciting and writing poetry. It will build an empathic bridge between our youth, elders and teaching artists as well as enlarging the experience and humanity of our community. Inside the mind of each human is the entirety of their lives— all the beauty, loss, love, all the strings fastened to this earth. Alzheimer’s and dementia destroys memory and mental functions, but it does not erase the person. They are still here. Using art form as a tool, we can give them a space to play and connect to those unsterile, humanistic pieces, those pieces known by heart. In the process we are better for it, caregivers are better for it, our kids are better for it, and our community is better for it. In the face of tremendous loss, for a moment, in their grateful faces, everyone forgets statistics.
In addition, students gain a better understanding of how Alzheimer’s affects people, person-centered care, and creative aging, through exposure to creative expression in older adults. Alzheimer’s has no current cure and it is not going away. The Alzheimer’s Association states that cases will rise 14% in all 50 states over the next eight years, making interaction with and education about our elders crucial. Our youth will either love someone with Alzheimer’s or they themselves will suffer from it. After tremendous dedication from a mighty group of poets who have become certified Teaching Artists, we have completed several visits to assisted living facilities. Our first visit introduced us to a woman named Dixie. She was disconnected from the group, guarded, and disinterested in joining along with the poetry activity. She looked down at the floor and gripped her walking cane beside her. And then it happened, the miracle we’d watched in the training videos—halfway through a recitation of “Trees,” a classic poem by Joyce Kilmer. She looked up as if she had just arrived and then she sang the last line back to us: “Poems are made by fools like me, but only God can make a tree.” A smile bloomed on her face and she was engaged for the remainder of our visit.
Students from The Alexander Dawson School to the Adult Day Care center.
There is extensive research and science to explain and support what happened to Dixie, but it feels like pure magic. Using the technique call and response, poetry transcends degenerative memory loss and allows elders to hold a phrase in their mind long enough to participate in recitation. It is as if they finally have a way to express their feelings without a sense of helplessness. Recently, we completed our first field trip with a group of eighth grade students from The Alexander Dawson School. After a successful day interacting with the elders, the students wrote essays about their experience. Many of the essays were emotional and spoke to the power of human connection. Our vision for this program is to reach numerous assisted living facilities in Clark County, brightening the lives of those affected
In-person training with the Poetry For Life Director, Gary Glazner, (bottom lower right) and our current Teaching Artists and supporters.
Jennifer Battisti is a local writer, poet and mother. She serves as the administrator and a participating Teaching Artist for the Alzheimer’s Poetry Project in Clark County.
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UNLEASHED New Vista, a local Las Vegas non-profit organization serving children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), recently announced the launch of their pet therapy program, Paws-able. The program’s focus is to rescue shelter dogs and train them to assist and support individuals with IDD. Paws-able is the brainchild of New Vista member, Roy Ransom, 22. As a young man living with cerebal palsy, Roy has overcome many obstacles in working towards living independently. An active member and spokesperson of New Vista’s Speakers’ Bureau, Roy advocates on behalf of individuals with IDD. “I have dealt with some very difficult issues such as homelessness and other challenges not even related to CP,” explains Roy. “I am very grateful for the support I receive from New Vista and the staff from my home. I told them I really wanted my own dog, a rescue dog. I was dealing with issues of depression, and I thought that in rescuing a dog, we could really help each other, so I asked about starting the program and we did.” With the support of the Animal Foundation, volunteer dog trainers, and local animal lovers and donors, the New Vista Paws-able pet therapy program was launched in July. Roy visited the shelter at the Animal Foundation, met and fell in love with King, a black labrador/pitbull mix. “Watching the two of them together is so magical. They belong together, they need each other,” shared Sandy Yacono, New Vista manager and program co-founder.
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“King has already had such a wonderful, positive impact in Roy’s life, and has become a wonderful anchor and companion. They’ve rescued each other.”
Roy and King are taking classes, working to secure King’s certification as a therapy dog. In keeping with New Vista’s mission to “Lead With Love,” the pair plan to educate the public about rescue dogs serving as emotional support animals for people with IDD as part of their advocacy for the IDD community. New Vista’s Wine Walk fundraisers, a 14-year community tradition and Las Vegas locals’ favorite charity event, will kick off the 2018 fall wine walk season by announcing that the “Wine Walks Have Gone to the Dogs,” to help feature the launch of the Paws-able program. In addition to the 20-plus, award-winning wine tasting stations, food samplings, activities and live music offered at the wine walks, the event will offer special tasting stations for their four-legged fur friends. Local pet rescue organizations such as the Golden Retriever Rescue Southern Nevada, Hearts Alive and the Animal Foundation will be on hand at the wine walks as community partners in the Paws-able program. The wine walk fall season begins on September 22nd at Downtown Summerlin, and on October 6th at Town Square. For more information on how to support New Vista’s Paws-able program and Wine Walk series, please visit newvistanv.org.
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