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Vol. 3, Issue 10, October 2012
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The Business & Dining Magazine Directly Mailed To 20,000 Homes In Odessa, Lutz & Land O’ Lakes Areas This Independent Community News, Business & Dining Guide Is Directly Mailed Once Each Month To: Ashley Lakes, Ballantrae, Belle Meade, Calusa Trace, Canterbury, Cheval, Citrus Greens, Concord Station, Devonwood, Dolce Vita on Lake Keystone, Echo Lake, Farmington Village, Fern Glenn, Grey Hawk at Lake Polo, Heritage Harbor, Ivy Lake Estates, Keystone Groves, Keystone Manors, Keystone Reserve, Keystone Shores, Lake Charles, Lake Church, Lake Parker Estates, Lakeside Grove Estates, Northlake Village, Northbridge at Lake Pretty, Northton Groves, Oakstead, Orange Blossom Creek, Reflections, Steeple Chase, Stillwater, Stonegate, Suncoast Crossings, Suncoast Meadows, Swan Cove, The Eagles, Van Dyke Estates, Van Dyke Farms, Villa Rosa, Wyndham Lakes
Diamond Dental is Where Patients and Their Smiles Come First
Bob Ramazzotto had car troubles soon after he moved to the Tampa area in 2008. The first place that looked at his car told him the cost to fix it would be $950. A co-worker told Bob the name of the place where he took his car and that place told Bob really it was a simple fix that would only cost $200. These days, as the owner of All Tune and Lube Total Car Care at 4107 Land O’ Lakes Boulevard, Bob can be assured that his car care is in good hands. He, manager Guy Mish and all the ASE certified technicians at All Tune and Lube are committed to honesty, integrity and
quality when it comes to the care of your car. Bob got into the car care business because he wanted to make a difference in auto repair. “We want to be the customer’s advocate and give them the help they need to Owner Bob Ramazzotto & Manager Guy Mish keep their car running smoothly. We are committed cars here too and we all trust the peoto always being honest and fair and ple at All Tune to give us honest infordelivering quality service.” mation and to do great work Lutz resident John Stepanek has maintaining or fixing our cars in a been bringing his cars to All Tune and timely manner.” There are many All Lube since it opened in 1999. “Bob Tune and Lube customers who feel and the technicians here are all good this way as is evident from All Tune’s honest people. They will tell you if A rating on Angie’s List. there is a problem or not. My wife, See “All Tune & Lube” on page 36. mother and daughters all bring their
INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Editorial................................3 Calendar................................4 News Briefs...........................6 Blissfullyyours................10-11 Petsburgh.......................14-15 Medical Center of Trinity..18-20 Barkdoll Massage............22-23 Put On Your Pink Bra....26-27
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Dr. Hillel Abramov and the rest of the staff at Diamond Dental have a “Patients First” philosophy. And that is evident from the beautiful smiles on their patients’ faces when they leave the office. Diamond Dental is a family practice that can help you with all of your dental needs, from fillings to bridges and dentures. Whether it is routine cleanings, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, braces or implants that you need, Dr. Abramov and his talented, caring and professional staff will make sure that you leave with a smile on your face. Located at 18869 State
Road 54 in the Shoppes at Sunlake Center, Diamond Dental has been helping Lutz families feel great about their smiles since 2010. Shortly after graduating from State University of New York – Buffalo, Dr. Abramov taught at Queens Hospital. After practicing dentistry for 12 years, he still enjoys teaching and sharing knowledge but now it’s his patients who get the benefits. Diamond Dental is equipped with the most upto-date software to help educate their patients. One unique teaching tool that Dr. Abramov has incorporated
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McKitrick Elementary Students Enjoyed Peace Day Celebration The students and staff members at McKitrick Elementary in Lutz worked on projects to celebrate and honor this year’s International Day of Peace. McKitrick Elementary Art Teacher Dianne Hess Zink, sent Neighborhood News & Lifestyles a photo of some of McKitrick’s 5th grade students viewing the messages of peace that all of the students wrote or drew in their art classes at McKitrick Elementary. “The banner was created by the handprints of all our kindergarten students,” shares Ms. Hess Zink. “This public art display was created in recognition of this year’s International Day of Peace which is celebrated each year on September 21. On that day, all students, faculty and staff received a peace pin to wear and many students wore peace clothing. We will keep our Peace Garden up for as long as it can take the elements of weather.”
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Community Calendar KUMC’s Fall Festival to be Oct. 27 Sat., Oct. 27, 10 AM–1 PM––The Keystone Fall Festival will offer fun for all at Keystone United Methodist Church (KUMC) in Odessa. The event includes hayrides, a balloon artist, a bounce house, games, crafts, goodies for the youngsters, and more. Lunch will be served. All events are free. All members of the community are invited to enjoy the festivities. KUMC is located at 16301 Race Track Rd. in Odessa. Pastor Tim Haas welcomes all. For more information, please call the church office at (813) 920-5153 or email keystoneumc@tampabay.rr.com. Signed Tiger Woods Glove & Holein-One Golf Cart Prize To Benefit Keystone UMC Golf Tourney Nov. 17, 8:30 AM–– The Wayne Odell Keystone Classic Golf Tournament will begin at 8:30 a.m. at the Sil-
ver Dollar Golf Club. Entry fee is $55 per person, and includes lunch following the tournament, as well as prizes, contests and door prizes. Registration deadline is Nov. 11. In addition to golfers, organizers are seeking support through hole sponsors, at a cost of $100 and up; and underwriters. Proceeds will benefit KUMC’s youth programs. To enter, contact KUMC at (813) 920-5153 or keystoneumc@tampabay.rr.com. KUMC’s annual Wayne Odell Keystone Classic Golf Tournament again has a signed, tournament-worn Nike Golf Glove, donated by Tiger Woods, to help with the fundraising efforts. The glove is registered at “Upper Deck,” and will be auctioned by Premier Auctions during their Oct. 2-16 online auction of sports items (www.premierauctionsonline.com; click on the “Bid Now” button at the top of the page to see the glove and
other items up for auction). Golfers in the tournament will also be eligible to win an E-Z-Go Express S4 golf cart vehicle, valued at $7,500, as a hole-in-one prize during the tournament. This prize has been donated by Golf Cart Depot in Land O’ Lakes. Complete rules for winning will be available at the tournament. “Golf for Life” Tournament to Benefit LifeChoices Women’s Care Sat., Oct. 20, 1:30 PM––LifeChoices Women’s Care will hold its 2nd Annual “Golf for Life” Charity Golf Tournament at the beautiful Tampa Bay Golf and Country Club in San Antonio, Florida. $75 per golfer includes greens fees, free range balls, door prizes, golfer goodie bag, dinner, chances to win door prizes, contests and awards. All levels of golfers welcome to participate and handicaps are not necessary. LifeChoices Women’s Care has been helping women facing unplanned pregnancies with free services since 2009. In 2011, LifeChoices started of-
fering free ultrasounds and served significantly more clients from a broader geographical area. Supporting the “Golf for Life” tournament is one way to ensure the work of LifeChoices continues. Your gift is tax deductible as LifeChoices Women’s Care is a taxexempt charitable organization under section 501c(3) of the IRS Code. For more information about participating as a golfer or sponsor, contact LifeChoicesGolf.org, call (813) 948-7734 or contact Tom Beach directly at (813) 333-3543. Don’t Miss out on a BizGrow 2.0 Sponsorship Opportunity! Nov. 7––Over 100 business leaders and entrepreneurs will gather for a day-long conference and exchange at the Pasco-Hernando Community College Conference Center. Four levels of sponsorships range from $150 to $1,000 and offer an opportunity to showcase your business and show your support to the business community. Call (813) 926-0827 ext. 226 for additional information.
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Community News Briefs Big Plans for 2013 Relay for Life of Sunlake Blend Fitness co-owner Jason Arigoni is serving in his first year as Committee Chair for the Relay for Life of Sunlake, set for April 19, 2013. The fundraiser benefits the American Cancer Society (ACS). A lot of plans are being made for the 18-hour event, themed "Happy Birthday" since 2013 marks 100th birthday of the ACS' Relay for Life. Jason is dedicated to making it bigger and better than ever and is seeking committee members, sponsors and team leaders. The committee meets on the 2nd Monday of each month, 5:30–6:30 p.m., at Rasmussen College. Last year, 10 teams participated raising $17,000. Arigoni's goal for 2013 is 50 teams and $50,000. Many levels of sponsorships are available and offer great exposure for your business or group. Currently, sponsors include Target and Starbucks. Arigoni is making plans for events to help teams reach their fundraising goal – bake sales, car washes, a kickball tournament, bus tables at Chili's for tips, bottled water sales, and more. "The good thing about the Sunlake
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Relay for Life is that the money raised stays in the community to help pay for local cancer patients' caretakers, transportation needs, gaps in treatment costs and coverage, pre screenings and even housing," says Arigoni. "The Relay for Life if for all types of cancer." For information, visit www.relayforlife.com/sunlakefl, email jason.arigoni@blend-fitness.com or call him at (352) 857-3621. Cougar Calendar Kick-Off Party is Huge Success! On Wed., Sept. 26, Restaurant Row at International Mall was the playground for the Cougars of Florida as they kicked off their 2013 charity calendar sales. Zen Bistro hosted the fabulous party as these beautiful ladies gathered together to raise funds for Quantum Leap Farm; (quantumleapfarm.org) a nationally recognized equestrian program serving injured and disabled children and adults, as well as military service members and their families. This high-energy, dedicated group smiled, signed calendars, and posed for photographs with the enthusiastic crowd at Zen Bistro before
heading across the “street” to the Blue Martini where they were met by another eager crowd; also anxious to get their hands on the beautiful calendar. “We are so thankful to everyone who purchased a calendar and especially to those who donated a calendar to a soldier,” said Kathleen Slaven, founder of the charity calendar program, referring to the Cougars, Soldiers and Smiles program. “All in all the evening was a huge success and we look forward to selling out all our calendars!” All profits from the Cougars of Florida calendar sales will be donated to Quantum Leap Farm. Calendars can be ordered online at cougarsofflorida.com where you can also look for upcoming sales events. Hearts of Gold Seeking Vendors The 5th Annual Hearts of Gold Holiday Fair will be hosted by Cypress Run Golf Club and 4-Hearts, a local
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Tampa Bay non-profit. It will be held on Thurs., Nov. 29, 6:30 – 9 PM, providing the perfect opportunity for vendors to sell wares while giving back to the community and for community members to get in some holiday shopping. 4-Hearts motto is “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” and funds from the event will provide holiday meals. 4-Hearts have supported Homeless Emergency Project, Eckerd Raising Hope, The Shepherd Center, Living in Faith, Temple Ahavat Shalom, local schools, families, children and the elderly. In 5 years, The Hearts of Gold Holiday Fair has provided over 1,000 holiday meals to families. Guests pay $10 (tax-deductible donation) for unlimited possibilities to finish up your holiday shopping, hors d’oeuvres, exciting raffles, silent auction, celebrity guests, free gift wrapping and more! Vendor tables: 6 ft. – $75; 9-ft. – $100 (tax-deductible). Vendors donate $50 retail value merchandise for the raffles. Electricity is available if needed; tables and linens supplied by Cypress Run Golf Club, at 2669 St. Andrews Blvd. in Tarpon Springs (727-938-3774 or cypressrun.com). For more information, please visit: www.4-Hearts.org or contacting Rose Chervitz at rose@4Hearts.org or (727) 421-6800.
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Shop at Blissfullyyours – Find Luxury for Less! By Marcy Sanford Chanel, Gucci, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Isabella Fiore, Dior, Michael Kors, Coach, and so much more – Blissfullyyours has been helping ladies in Lutz find the perfect designer piece for every occasion for the past two years. Now they are looking forward to continuing their tradition of personalized service and designer fashions for a fraction of the cost in their new location in the Walmart Plaza on North Dale Mabry Highway near Bearss Avenue in Tampa. Owner Patricia Norris says it was time for a change. “We have loved getting to know our clients here at Blissfullyyours. At our new location, we will have more space for more fabulous designer finds and will be able to focus even more on our personalized customer service. We are excited for our regular clientele to come visit us at our new space and look forward to meeting new clients who love designer clothes and great deals.” Patricia and the retail specialists at Blissfullyyours pride themselves on knowing their customers. “We have had customers call us on their way to
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the store and tell us what type of event they are going to and what they need. We will set up a dressing room for them with shoes, clothes, accessories, and anything they might need to put together, for the perfect outfit. When they walk in the door, they can go immediately to the dressing room to find the items that were chosen for them.” “Upon coming into our store, you will see that Blissfullyyours is everyone’s dream,” says Patricia. The consignment boutique has everything you could want from head to toe – hats, sunglasses, jewelry, shirts, dresses, pants, shoes and more; you will find it at Blissfullyyours. The best part is that you can find all high-end designer fashion at a fraction of what you would pay in a retail store. Many stores claim to have new items in stock, but at Blissfullyyours you will find something new and different each time you visit. The store has more than 1,300 consignors. The staff specializes in knowing their brands from St. John’s to Cache, and all designers in between. “Blissfullyyours specializes in carrying every accessory you may need to complete each individual outfit,” explains Patricia. “Whether you are looking for designer sunglasses, a new hat, or the perfect piece of jewelry, you will walk out of this store feeling like a million bucks. We carry vintage items, handcrafted and very fine jewelry, along with many sterling silver pieces, which will complete anyone’s dream.
Each piece of fine jewelry is appraised and certified for the customers’ convenience.” Blissfullyyours has clothing for women in sizes 0 to 3X, including everyday wear to formal attire, from the little black dress to designer jeans. You’ll find a large selection of footwear, from sneakers to designer shoes. Handbags are a very special item due to the wide selection that Blissfullyyours carries. Along with already very low prices, there is always a sale on select items each week. The consignment boutique thrives on its daily supply of new items, which allows the store to be in a league of its own and the ever-changing selection motivates customers to come in again and again. No Room in Your Closet? “If you want to earn extra money, Blissfullyyours is the store to sell your quality items,” says Patricia. “After all, one person’s items are another person’s treasures.” The owner emphasizes that presentation is everything. The better the clothes look, the better the items will sell, which in turn allows the consignor to make more money.
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Immaculate items are accepted on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Blissfullyyours enjoys customers from all of the surrounding areas and makes an effort to support the community and local schools that may need help. “We are all about getting to know our customers and forming relationships with everyone who walks through our door,” says Patricia. The owner and her staff enjoy hosting wine on Wednesday nights, which allows for extended hours to shop. “Blissfullyyours is very excited and happy for each of our customers to enjoy our new prime location,” says Patricia. “We are looking forward to making new friends.” Blissfullyyours is located at 15203 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. in Tampa. Current hours are: Mon. & Sat., 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; on Tues., Thurs. & Fri., 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; and from 11 a.m.–7 p.m. on Wed., which is the store’s late night. Hours may change at the new location. Follow Blissfullyyours on Facebook for updates, or call the store at (813) 968-5343.
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Pretty Pooches at Petsburgh By Alicia Pack Dog owners know the trials and troubles that come with taking their babies to a groomer. The loading, the unloading, the stress and the time spent in cages. But now, pet owners have a different option when it comes to grooming. After five years of working at a traditional grooming salon, Julie Gentry decided it was time to go into business for herself. The end result was Petsburgh Mobile Pet Salon, which provides on-site grooming services for pet owners. Julie wanted to provide a more personal service for her customers by bring her mobile grooming van to her customers’ homes. “It takes about a third of the time it takes to bring your dog to a salon,” Julie says. “It is a lot more comfortable for dogs, and more convenient for customers.” Mobile grooming services are highly desirable to busy pet parents in a multitude of ways. The grooming services are performed at the home, saving on driving and reduc-
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ing separation anxiety. After an initial meeting between the groomer, pet and pet parent, grooming can be done even when the owner is at work! All that the grooming vehicle needs is access to the dogs and a place to park, no hook-ups or electricity from the home is used. Julie says, “It is nice for owners to have one less thing to worry about.” Pets are groomed in the vehicle and then returned to their homes. Petsburgh groomers do not keep pets in cages at any time. Clean, fresh, heated water is used for baths and
Petsburgh offers a great array of grooming services, from baths and nail trimming to full body doggy haircuts and deep conditioning for the softest fur water is never recycled. Elderly and disabled pets are accommodated in every way possible. Petsburgh is devoted to providing grooming services in a secure, enjoyable and stress free environment. And, Petsburgh offers reliability and a variety of different services, even nail trims for kitties! Salon pack-
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ages vary, depending upon the needs of the owner and the dog. Basic services include a brush out, ear clean, toenail trim, optional tooth brushing, warm water bath, towel dry with a hand blow dry, another coat brushing and deodorizing, finished off with a cute bandana or a pretty bow. Upgrades include full body haircuts,
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Save yourself time and stress by calling Petsburgh Mobile Pet Salon next time your pet needs to see the groomer and you’ll only have to answer the door! customized haircuts, blueberry facials with massage and even deep coat conditioning, among others. Petsburgh Mobile Pet Salon provides outstanding services because of the company’s exceptional groomers. Julie prides herself on treating every pet she meets as if it were her own and she is trained with the latest techniques. Pet owner and Petsburgh customer Suzanne Elliott says, “Julie loves my dogs as much as I do. My dogs are always excited to see her and she is always friendly, on time, follows up ahead of time to remind me of appointments and most of all, she is the best groomer ever!” Patty, another Petsburgh groomer, has more than 20 years of grooming experience that began when she owned and operated a boarding kennel. She trains police dogs and shows English bulldogs. Patty is known, however, for her excellent scissoring ability. Kris is a professional bather at Petsburgh who can transform even the dirtiest dog into the prettiest pooch. Like Julie and Patty, she provides loving attention to all of her newfound friends. At Petsburgh, it really is all about the animals and the company strives to give to pets in need. The Petsburgh groomers can be found at “yappy hours,” where all proceeds from nail trims or brush outs are given to local charities. Julie says that, “sometimes different apartments or businesses will have yappy hours. It is nice to do something nice
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and give money to charity.” Petsburgh Mobile Pet Salon travels around the neighborhoods of New Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Carrollwood, Citrus Park, Zephyrhills, Northdale, Lutz, Odessa, Land O’ Lakes, Town ‘n Country, Hudson and surrounding areas. Pet owners must book appointments and Petsburgh tries hard to accommodate even the busiest of schedules. All groomers keep detailed records of your pet’s grooming history. In case of a pet emergency, owners will be contacted and if the owner can’t be reached, Petsburgh has access to a local veterinarian who will be contacted. To Suzanne, “Petsburgh Mobile Grooming is the best idea yet – Petsburgh is a top-dog service at my doorstep. My dogs are my babies, since my children are grown. I trust Julie implicitly with my babies, and she makes the experience easy for me.” For customers in Zephyrhills, New Tampa, Wesley Chapel, Land O’ Lakes, Lutz, Odessa, Hudson and surrounding areas, please call (813) 928-1494 or email patty@petsburghgrooming.com. For additional information on Petsburgh Mobile Pet Salon, visit online at petsburghgrooming.com. For customers living in Citrus Park, Carrollwood, Northdale, Lutz, Odessa, Westchase, Town ‘n Country and surrounding areas call (813) 928-1392.
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Medical Center of Trinity’s Robotics Program is Surgery at its Best By Kim Thomas Since opening in February 2012, Medical Center of Trinity continues to exceed its patients’ expectations with a level of care that rivals the very best hospitals in the nation. Located on SR 54 in Trinity, where it is perfectly situated to handle the growing healthcare needs of Pasco, Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties, the 400,000-sq.-ft. hospital is masterfully planned to provide patients with the best medical care possible, including unprecedented comfort in private rooms that easily accommodate friends and family and the latest medical equipment and surgical techniques for the best possible medical treatment. A well-cared-for hospital staff is vitally important to the overall quality
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of patient care – something that Medical Center of Trinity’s CEO, Leigh Massengill knows first-hand from her years of experience as a registered nurse. Massengill’s experience shows in her dedication to the physicians at Medical Center of Trinity and to their patients. Physicians’ needs were anticipated in the planning of the hospital and the doctors and medical staff have everything they need to provide excellence in medical care. With a commitment to providing the most advanced medicine and surgical techniques available, Medical Center of Trinity has recently purchased the very latest da Vinci® Surgical System, enabling qualified, trained physicians to offer patients robot-assisted surgery. I had the privilege to meet with CEO Leigh Massengill, Marketing Director Mary Sommise, the robotic surgery team, three surgeons who use the da Vinci® Surgical System for robotassisted surgeries, as well as Victor Becklund, a representative of Intuitive Surgical which is the global leader in the rapidly emerging field of roboticassisted minimally invasive surgery. It was a very educational experience and everyone involved was excited to share this technology that is literally paving the way of the future of medicine. Upon my arrival, Mary Sommise greeted me in the lobby and explained
that everyone entering the hospital, from guests and visitors to vendors, must stop at the front desk to register and receive a pass. I handed over my driver’s license, which was scanned into the security system and then I was given a badge that stated my purpose in being there along with my photo for clear identification. This badging system ensures safety at Medical Center of Trinity and is just one of many ways that patients’ privacy and security is ensured. What is Robot-Assisted Surgery? The most important thing to understand about the da Vinci® Surgical System is that it is not surgery by a robot! I had to smile when I told someone why I was visiting the hospital and she said, “Well, count me out. What happens if that robot messes up?” This is a big misconception! It is not a robot that is in charge of the surgery; rather, the surgeons who utilize this type of surgery are highly trained and are simply using the da Vinci® Surgical System as a high-tech tool in providing the best possible outcome in surgery. Robot-assisted surgeries are less invasive, safer and actually allow for
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greater precision than the human hand can generate, as well as visual clarity that simply isn’t possible with the naked eye. Patients may enjoy a shorter hospital stay, a much shorter recovery time, minimal scarring and in many cases, surgeons are able to preserve more tissue than they would be able to with traditional open surgeries. There may be less blood loss and much less pain with a da Vinci® robot-assisted surgery. The idea of surgical robotics was little more than a curiosity until 1999, the year Intuitive Surgical introduced the da Vinci® Surgical System. Community Hospital, now named Medical Center of Trinity, first acquired a da Vinci® Surgical System in 2006. With the purchase of the very latest model, physicians have even more capabilities including Single-Site incision surgery for many conditions. The da Vinci® Surgical System provides advanced technology and procedural innovation across cardiac, thoracic, urology, gynecologic, colorectal, pediatric and general surgical disciplines. There is extensive training involved in this technique which involves the entire robot-assisted surgery team. Intuitive Surgical’s training program, named Genesis, helps to establish oper-
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ational excellence. The seamless introduction of new technologies, such as the da Vinci® Surgical System, involves surgeons, operation room staff and hospital administrators, all of whom are trained with the common goal of providing an excellent quality of care through an ongoing focus on procedural proficiency, operations and training for a competitive advantage. “We are fortunate to have Intuitive Surgical’s Genesis program,” says CEO Massengill. “It is a safety and efficiency evaluation program that helps us to implement the best practices from other facilities.” Local Medical Experts Explain Robotics in Relatable Terms Just trying to grasp the whole picture of how robotic-assisted surgery works could have been a very daunting task. Fortunately, I was able to speak with the nurses who make up the robotics team at Medical Center of Trinity and three of the local physicians who are experts in the field of roboticassisted surgery who helped put this high-tech tool in layman’s terms for me. Lori Bruney, RN, CNOR (Certified Nurse Operating Room), is the robotics surgery coordinator at Medical Center of Trinity. She and her team are extremely dedicated to their patients and supporting the physicians to make the robotics program a complete success. Bruney says, “Robotic surgery offers so many more options to the physician and is a much less invasive
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procedure for the patient.” The rest of the robotics team includes: Celena Dilley, RN, Chris Poratta, CST (Certified Surgical Technologist), Laura Smith, RN, CNOR, MariGrace Brenner, CST, Becky Fisher, CST, Mary Lettie, RN, CNOR and Administrative Director Lisa Richardson, MHA, RN, CNOR, who shares, “The team component is crucial – you have to have the right people in place at the right time.” At this time, the da Vinci® Surgical System is used for robot-assisted surgeries in the areas of gynecology, urology, general surgery, and thoracic surgery. Local gynecologists who are trained to utilize the advanced da Vinci® technology at Medical Center of Trinity are: Arleigh Ancheta, DO, Renuka Ramappa, MD, Robert Smith, MD and Parveen Vahora, MD. Urologists using the da Vinci® Surgical System are Yaser Bassel, MD and David DiPiazza, MD. Keith Chisholm, MD, uses the da Vinci® system for general surgery procedures and Thoracic specialist Louis Astra, MD is helping thoracic surgery patients with this amazing technology. Dr. Keith Chisholm took a few minutes out of a busy day to speak with me. He is the first general surgeon in the area to offer robotic-assisted surgery. The older da Vinci® didn’t offer this capability, but now Dr. Chisholm is able to perform robot-assisted general surgery procedures for gallbladder disease, hiatal hernia, colon cancer, diverticular disease, as well as conditions
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affecting the stomach and esophagus with excellent results. “The robot is unique in that it allows much greater degrees of movement than laparoscopic surgery,” explains Dr. Chisholm. The ‘wristed motion’ allows the robot ‘arm’ or ‘hand’ to rotate 360 degrees – unlike the human hand – giving the surgeon ease of access to the surgical site. Dr. Chisholm visited the USF Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation (CAMLS), a national leading center for surgical simulation, automation, and innovation that is right here in our backyard, in Tampa. Dr. Chisholm says that exciting new innovations are on the horizon; for instance, elbow movement of instruments, which will allow surgeons even greater dexterity. “Another exciting program is the Single-Site surgery capability of robotassisted surgery,” says Dr. Chisholm. “This will allow multiple instruments to be inserted through the same site.” While this isn’t available yet at Medical Center of Trinity, it is coming very soon. Parveen Vahora, MD, a wellknown and respected gynecologist who is personally invested in the local community through various organizations including the Seven Springs Rotary Club, showed me first-hand how the da Vinci® robot makes surgery safer for patients and, under the skilled hands of a trained physician, it actually provides an easier approach to surgery. “There is a tremendous amount of training that is required of the surgeon and the surgical team. We are all committed to continual training and learning the new advances in technology to bring the best care possible to the patients at Medical Center of Trinity,” says Dr. Vahora. Some of the gynecological surgical the da Vinci® system is used for include hysterectomy, sacrocolpopexy for vaginal prolapse, myomectomies for removal of fibroids and endometriosis. “If you have to have any of these procedures, you want to have it at this hospital because we are so dedicated and committed to providing the best outcome possible,” says Dr. Vahora. “This is the best hospital and the nursing staff treat patients like royalty. My patients rave about how well
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they are treated, they are happy and able to go home the next day.” “We have a dedicated team, from surgical support to administration, and they make it easy for me to do surgery safely and efficiently,” says Dr. Vahora. “With laparoscopic surgery, the surgeon only has use of two hands with forceps-like motion, but the robot allows access to four hands.” Those four “hands” replace human hands and give 360-degree wristed motion rotation on three of the hands while the fourth is a 3-D high definition camera. With the da Vinci® system, the physician is comfortably and ergonomically seated with a 3-D view of the surgical site, while the rest of the team is attending to the patient and monitoring everything that is happening. The team has large-screen views of the surgical site in 2-D, but still with high-definition. The surgeon is controlling the arms including the camera but the team is very much involved. Dr. Vahora demonstrated how with the touch of a button the seat and controls automatically adjust to pre-set setting that perfectly align the physician for optimal comfort and control. She demonstrated how clear the 3-D camera made everything by using one of the arms to pick up a penny from the training tool – you could clearly and easily see Abraham Lincoln sitting in the middle of the Lincoln Memorial on the back of the penny, which is nearly impossible with the naked eye. Dr. Vahora and the robotic surgery team even let me try my hand at controlling the robot arms and I must say that I was floored by the ingenuity of this system. Using the thumbs and middle fingers of each hand and my feet, I was able to move the camera closer or farther away from the training tool, and learned to freeze the second arm in place while enabling the third arm. This is important because the surgeon can use a tool to gently grasp tissue, such as an artery or vein, and move it securely out the way, then freeze it there without any movement whatsoever, like a shaky hand, and then switch to another arm to continue working. Also amazing was the 3-D aspect, which makes a huge difference in depth See “Medical Center” on page 20.
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“Medical Center” Continued from page 19 perception. With a 2-D view – the view a surgeon has with traditional laparoscopic surgery – I was instructed to get as close as possible to an object on the training tool. When I thought I was too close to go further, I was actually about one to two inches away; while with the 3-D view, I was able to get very close, go around and behind objects and get a realistic view of the actual depth I needed to go. This is a powerful tool in demonstrating the difference in degrees of depth perception and precision that are possible with the da Vinci® robot-assisted surgery as compared to laparoscopic surgery. After a short break to absorb what I had learned, I was able to meet David DiPiazza, MD, of Urology Specialists of West Florida. Dr. DiPiazza routinely performs da Vinci® robotic surgeries including sacrocolpopexy (for vaginal prolapse), anterior exenteration (removal of bladder and
pelvic organs in women with bladder cancer), cystoprostectomy (removal of bladder and prostate in men with cancer), pelvic lymphandectomy (removal of lymph nodes), prostatectomy (removal of prostate), partial and radical nephrectomy (removal of part or all of kidney due to cancer), adrenalectomy (removal of adrenal gland), and pyeloplasty (reconstruction of renal pelvis and ureter). “I am able to get to the surgical site so much easier and quicker with the da Vinci® robot,” says Dr. DiPiazza. “Complex motions like sewing are much more difficult with laparoscopic surgery which is in 2-D compared to robotic surgery.” He continues to explain how additional training with other experienced surgeons using this advanced technology helps to fine-tune a surgeon’s technique. “It’s like one professional athlete closely watching another to learn his technique.” Dr. DiPiazza strives to constantly learn the fine aspects of robotic surgery from surgeons who have literally performed thousands of these types of procedures. Perhaps the best person to hear from though, is an actual patient. Dr. DiPiazza took me to meet Greg Cross-
white, an active grandfather from Niceville, Florida who decided to have surgery for kidney cancer at the stateof-the-art Medical Center of Trinity under the expert hands of Dr. DiPiazza who performed a partial nephrectomy via the da Vinci® Surgical System. The cancer was removed and the kidney was saved. Mr. Crosswhite had surgery the day before I met him and was already being released from the hospital. The first thing he said upon seeing Dr. DiPiazza was, “Can I shake your hand and thank you?” He told me that he first saw Dr. DiPiazza when he was in the area visiting his children and experienced pain from a kidney stone. It was a minor inconvenience that ended up saving his life after tests revealed that he also had kidney cancer. Mr. Crosswhite was eager to get home and was already able to walk. A surgery that ten years ago would have left him with a long scar along his flank and months of recovery is now minimally invasive and he is able to go home the very next day! “My pain level is low,” said Crosswhite. “I am absolutely glad that I chose this option!” If you or a loved one is in need of a surgery that can be performed by a surgeon utilizing the da Vinci® Surgical System, you should most definitely consider the robotics program at Med-
Dr. Parveen Vahora (standing) shows Kim Thomas how surgeons use the da Vinci® Surgical System ical Center of Trinity. It offers surgery with minimal blood loss and scarring. It is much less invasive and doctors are able to save more tissue – as in Mr. Crosswhite’s case, where Dr. DiPiazza was able to entirely remove kidney cancer while saving the entire kidney. And, just ask a patient like Mr. Crosswhite, the best part is that your hospital stay will be much shorter and you will be back to your life much faster! “I can’t wait to bounce my grandkids on my knee again,” said Mr. Crosswhite. The Medical Center of Trinity is located at 9330 SR 54 in Trinity, Florida. For additional information, visit MedicalCenterTrinity.com.
Barkdoll Massage Therapy, Where the Massage Comes to You By Julie Kanehl Massage is a universal language that has been “spoken” for centuries in every region of the globe, and it has many benefits including the ability to reduce anxiety, relieve pain, reduce blood pressure, and aid in relaxation. For many people, massage is a rare treat that they look forward to at the spa or as an experience during their vacation. Others use massage on a regular basis to help with chronic pain, reduce inflammation or to help heal after an injury. Whatever your reason for wanting a massage, Barkdoll Massage Therapy makes it easy, affordable and best of all, Barkdoll comes to you. Barkdoll Massage Therapy, which is an entirely mobile-based massage business, is based in the Trinity area and is owned and operated by Licensed Professional, Karla Barkdoll, who has been in the massage industry since 2001. Serving Trinity and the surrounding communities, Barkdoll Massage Therapy is completely different in that it takes
all of the stress out of your massage experience by bringing it straight to you. No traffic, no stress, just pure relaxation where you feel most comfortable! Originally from a small town in central Pennsylvania, Karla moved to Baltimore where she trained at the Baltimore School of Massage. Licensed in Maryland, DC, Virginia and Florida, Karla is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association, and is Nationally Board Certified. Karla’s massages can be done anywhere – at home, poolside, or at the office. Most of her clients choose the room in their house that offers the least distractions, and there she creates a wonderful environment for massage. She also takes the time to really speak to her clients before their massage to learn more about them so that she can create the best personalized massage experience. Lindsey from New Port Richey says, “If you are looking for the best massage, then look no further than Karla, she is a rare find. Once
you have a massage from Karla, you will look no further, that I will guarantee!” Massage Services that Improve Your Life “Your Health is your Wealth” is the philosophy at Barkdoll Massage Therapy, and that is why Karla takes the time to really find out what kind of massage you prefer, whether it’s a Swedish massage or a deep tissue treatment for chronic pain, Karla’s massage will make a difference in your life. Karla offers a wide range of affordable massage therapy styles and packages. If you are looking for a traditional massage, Swedish massage treatments are designed to improve circulation, reduce stress and to relieve muscle tension. This massage is very popular all over the world because of its light, long, and slow strokes that relax your cares and worries away. If you are interested in trying something a little different, hot stone massages use something called warm stone therapy, which is the art
Licensed Massage Therapist Karla Barkdoll of using heated stones in combination with a Swedish massage. According to Karla, the warm stones dissolve muscle tension and induce a deep relaxation. Deep tissue massage is a therapeutic treatment designed to ease the pain and discomfort associated with chronic pain. Karla says, “During
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deep tissue massages I use trigger points to specifically find the places where the work needs to be done.” Deep tissue massages can help people who live with painful conditions live a fuller life. Another style of massage that Karla offers is sports massage and injury rehabilitation. This style of massage combines the benefits and style of a deep tissue massage with stretching, which can improve the range of motion in joints. Whether you are healing after a car accident or are suffering from chronic pain associated
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with a medical condition, this kind of massage can be extremely beneficial. One of Karla’s clients from Trinity recently said, “I have had the pleasure of having Karla as a massage therapist for the past six years and it has always been an enriching and healing experience. She is knowledgeable, professional and a kindhearted person and I have no hesitation in recommending her service. She has hands of gold!” Prenatal massages are a fantastic way to pamper the mom-to-be while easing some of the side effects of
pregnancy. Karla uses specially designed massage table pillows that create a comfortable position just for her during this time, so that pregnant moms can safely enjoy their massage. Aromatherapy is proven to aid in relaxation, which is why Barkdoll Massage Therapy offers a variety of essential oils and scents that can be used in collaboration with any other style of massage. Most often used with a Swedish massage, aromatherapy oils are applied by Karla during your massage to enhance the massage experience. One local couple recently wrote, “We all have very busy schedules and it saves us time and stress to have Karla come right to our home. My husband has chronic pain and her weekly massages help him tremendously. Whether you just want a great stress reliever or you have a medical condition I would highly recommend Karla!” If you are looking for a fantastic way to improve morale at work, how about offering your employees a corporate seated massage? This is a fully clothed, seated massage that can be done right at the office. This style of massage focuses on the back, neck, shoulders, scalp, arms and hands. What a great way to let your employees know how much you care about them! My Massage with Karla I am a huge fan of massages. I go every chance I get, but to be honest, that isn’t very often. When I’m not busy with my family or writing for the Neighborhood News, I’m like most moms and am usually concerned with everyone else’s comfort over my own. That’s why I was so excited to be given the chance to experience one of Karla’s massages by the staff at Neighborhood News. (Thanks Jim!) Scheduling my massage turned out to be a breeze because Barkdoll Massage Therapy is one of the only places that offers evening massage appointments. It was all very easy for me since I wasn’t going to have to worry about driving anywhere or a babysitter for the kids! On the evening of my massage appointment, I simply picked out a quiet room in the house, sent the kids outside to play with my hubby, and got ready to enjoy my massage. Karla arrived right on time and brought everything she needed with her. A true professional, Karla even wears a clinical massage uniform. Within just a few minutes Karla had
set up the massage table and was set up and ready to go. I was really impressed with how quickly the room I had picked had been transformed. Before we started she spoke to me about what kind of massage treatment I wanted, and she asked if I had any injuries that she needed to be aware of. We decided on a combination Swedish and deep tissue massage. She also offered me many different aromatherapy options from rose oil to eucalyptus. I felt totally at ease, and while she stepped out of the room, I comfortably got onto the massage table and got settled. When Karla came back in a moment later, she put on what I like to call “massage music,” and spoke to me about what she was going to do before she began. To my surprise, I was even more relaxed because I was at home. I enjoyed the entire hour instead of wondering how many minutes had passed, or wondering about the kids. I felt safe, pampered and well cared for. After my massage, I felt like a softened stick of butter, and I was able to just put on my slippers instead of my shoes! This was an incredibly cool experience that made me feel more centered, and really changed my outlook. I felt great for days and my entire family could see what a difference it made for me both physically and emotionally. I can see that a massage with Karla would be a great gift, which is why I’m so happy that she offers gift certificates, but one of the best parts about Barkdoll Massage Therapy is how affordable it is. I might not have to wait for a special occasion because her pricing is competitive and affordable enough to fit into anyone’s budget on a regular basis. From now on, I’m going to take better care of myself, and that includes having massage treatments from Barkdoll Massage Therapy on a regular basis. See you in a few weeks Karla! Barkdoll Massage Therapy is an entirely mobile massage therapy business that comes to you. Karla Barkdoll (License # MA47546) is available Mon., Tues. and Wed., from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., and on other days by appointment only. To schedule an appointment or request more information about massage packages, corporate events or gift certificates, call (727) 372-6389 or you may email Karla at barkdollmassagetherapy@yahoo.com.
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Make Strides Against Breast Cancer by Walking this October By Julie Kanehl The American Cancer Society has an incredible nationwide program called Making Strides Against Breast Cancer that raises awareness and crucial funds for breast cancer research, and Pasco County is having their 2nd annual “Put On Your Pink Bra” Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk on October 20th, 2012 at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel. This free, noncompetitive, 5k event is a great way to show support and make a difference in the fight against breast cancer. Breast cancer is a disease that is affecting more and more of us. It is affecting or mothers, our wives, our sisters, our aunts, our friends, and even our daughters. Breast cancer doesn’t discriminate, and women of all ages, races and creeds are being diagnosed every day. In fact, The American Cancer Society says that Florida ranks 2nd in the nation for (diagnosed) incidences of breast cancer, and is ranked 3rd in the nation in mortality. Just to be clear, that means that of the over
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15,000 women who are diagnosed with the disease ever year, nearly 3,000 actually die from it. Those are some shocking numbers, and that is why it is so important to be educated, to educate the ones you love, be committed to early detection, and to find a cure. The American Cancer Society or ACS, is a trusted source for information on all kinds of cancer, and their dedication to fighting cancer is more than a marketing campaign. Their goal is to “find, prevent, treat and cure the disease.” The ACS is the largest nonprofit funder of cancer research next to the federal government, and has been involved in nearly every major breakthrough in the fight against this kind of cancer. For example, they funded research into breast-conserving surgery, which is using lumpectomy plus radiation treatments, and they helped to establish the mammogram as the best way (and now very accessible way) of detecting breast cancer early. They also were involved in discovering lifesaving treatments such as hormone blockers like Herceptin and Tamoxifen, which can save lives. In addition
to these important findings, the ACS has been involved in the genetic research and the discovery of the cancercausing oncogenes and tumor-suppressor genes. These are just a few ways that the ACS truly makes a difference in the fight against breast cancer. But all of the fancy terminology aside, The American Cancer Society is the one people turn to when they receive a cancer diagnosis; in fact one in two women diagnosed with breast cancer will turn to them for information and support. The ACS offers all kinds of support for women (and their families) who are diagnosed with cancer. In addition to offering online information and support, they offer programs like
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Road to Recovery, which helps people get the transportation that they need to see their doctors. They also have an amazing program called Hope Lodge, which gives cancer patients a place to stay when they are out of town for treatment. Additionally, they help women who are undergoing breast cancer treatment with their TLC Magalog, which is a catalog and magazine that features helpful articles and offers affordable items such as breastforms and wigs. Treatment information, options and research are available 24
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hours a day on their website, www.cancer.org, and they also provide programs at local hospitals where people can truly come together, know that they are not alone and receive care, support and even tips on how to feel better about themselves while going through treatment. These are just a few ways in which The ACS makes an impact on cancer. Come Show Your Support by Wearing Your Pink Bra! Pasco County’s 2nd annual “Put On Your Pink Bra” Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk at The Shops at Wiregrass in Wesley Chapel on October 20 is one of 26 walks that
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She says, “Time is everything when dealing with cancer. It was 36 days from diagnosis to double mastectomy to confirmed staging (Stage 3).” For Linda, her strength to fight breast cancer and the ability to raise awareness has increased her faith in Join the cause and put on your pink God. She says, “He has bra and wear it with pride along held my hand during this journey and shown me with many others on the walk that even something as frightening as cancer can result in will be taking place in Florida this Ocgood things; stronger bonds with famtober. The Making Strides Against ily, new friendships and learning that Breast Cancer walk is a lot of fun and life doesn’t end with a diagnosis.” She is becoming famous for its pink bras! has been an inspiration to many While wearing a pink bra is completely women who know her and gain voluntary, people really enjoy coming strength from her strength. together ahead of time, decorating This year Linda and her team, their bras, and wearing them at the Bosom Buddies, will be walking in the walk. Last year’s walk was a sea of pink event, and she encourages everyone to bras, pink boas, pink hats and smiling come and participate. She says, “You faces. People of all ages came out to can join a team like mine, or you can show their support, walk, join and create your own team and walk – it’s come together as a force against breast easy, it’s free, and it does make a differcancer. Linda Taggart was diagnosed with ence.” There are three ways to make a breast cancer in 2011 and she has real difference at the Making Strides shared her story of how quickly your for Breast Cancer walk this October. life can be taken over by the diagnosis. You can walk (come on, it’s free!), you or your company can help to sponsor the event, or you can join ACS CAN. Did you know that membership to the American Cancer Society is only $10 per year? Get your friends together, decorate some (extra large) pink bras, wear them over your shirt and walk proudly. Last year people of all ages participated in the event. Many men even donned bras to show support for the women they loved. The pink bra makes the walk a fun, entertaining, light-hearted way to band together in support. More than that, Linda adds, “The pink bra is a symbol of femininity, and
it’s important because many women don’t feel beautiful when they are going through breast cancer. Wearing your pink bra is empowering, and it makes you feel pretty again.” For anyone who loves someone going through breast cancer, they know that there’s not a facet of life that is not touched by the diagnosis. It is life-altering, and instantaneously cancer becomes the uninvited guest around the table at dinner, then lingering in your room at night keeping you up, and then refuses to leave. We don’t know what causes breast cancer, but we do know a few important facts. There is no cure, only treatment. This is a genetic disease, but many people who are diagnosed do not know of anyone in their family who have had it, and most importantly that early detection is the key to surviving. Linda says, “It would be nice to one day not have to put on a pink bra because we’ve found a cure for breast cancer.” But until then, she will keep walking. You can join Linda and the thousands of women like her in their fight against breast cancer. Whether you walk, sponsor or join ACS CAN, you can make a difference at this year’s “Put On Your Pink Bra” Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” event. The 2nd annual “Put On Your Pink Bra” Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Pasco will be held at The Shops at Wiregrass at 28211 Paseo Drive in Wesley Chapel on Sat., Oct. 20. The event is freewith no registration fee. Registration is at 8 a.m.; walk at 9 a.m. To join a team, sponsor or donate, visit www.putonyourpinkbra.com/pasco or come on out the day of the event. For more information about joining a local team, call Jannah McDonald at (813) 949-0291.
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“Diamond Dental” Continued from page 1 into his practice is a camera that can take photos of the inside of your mouth. At each patient’s initial exam, Diamond Dental takes a series of digital x-rays and intraoral photographs which are in full color. These are used to review treatment and are kept in patients’ records for future review and comparison if necessary. “Since X-rays are only in black and white, it is often difficult for patients to see what we are talking about,” says Dr. Abramov. “The full color photos we take allow them to see inside their mouth. We want to make sure that our patients are fully informed and educated about their dental choices. These photos along with their X-rays help educate them.” Patients enjoy that Dr. Abramov spends time with them and explains the dental treatments they will receive under his care. His gentle approach helps alleviate any worries that patients may have had about going to dentist. Dr. Abramov’s patients appreciate his comprehensive approach to dentistry. “Since we’ve been serving the Lutz community, we’ve seen patients begin to bring their whole family in for
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dental care. We really love this community and are so happy that so many people in it trust us for their dental care.” In addition to general dentistry, Diamond Dental offers a full array of cosmetic dentistry. If you are not satisfied with the way your smile looks, it can be fixed – sometimes in as little as six months. The six-month smile system is a clear braces method that can align your teeth in as little as six months. Invisalign, which uses clear aligners to straighten and adjust your teeth, is another popular choice with kids and adults. Dr. Abramov says there have also been major advancements in dental implants. “Implant placement for dentures has come a long way over the past few years. We can now offer patients mini implants that can help them get a more comfortable and better fit with their dentures.” While Dr. Abramov and his dental hygienists are committed to making sure that your time in the dental chair is comfortable and relaxing, Jennifer and the office staff are committed to making sure that you understand your insurance benefits. “Jennifer goes above-and-beyond to help educate patients and make sure they understand their insurance bene-
Scan this QR code to access Diamond Dental is a family dental practice that diamonddentalgroup.com offers everything from fillings to bridges and dentures. It is located in the Shoppes at Sunlake fits. In many instances, she Center on S.R. 54 in Land O’ Lakes. has gone to bat for our patients to make sure the insurily-oriented practice that puts its paance provides them with the benefits tients first. Dr. Abramov and his staff they deserve.” know their patients by name, and once Dr. Abramov understands that ap- you become a patient, you won’t even pointments don’t always fit into a 9-5 need to sign in. If your smile has been lifestyle and that’s why Diamond Dentight-lipped lately, give Diamond Dental is open on Sundays and past 5 tal a call for an appointment today. o’clock on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. He and his staff try to start treatment Diamond Dental, located at the same day as the initial visit to ac18869 S.R. 54 in the Shoppes at commodate patients’ busy schedules. Sunlake Center, is open: Tues., 8:15 He also is available any time of the day a.m.–6 p.m.; Wed., 8:15 a.m.–7 or night if you or someone in your p.m.; Thurs. & Fri., 8:15 a.m.–5 family has a dental emergency. p.m.; and Sun., 8 a.m.–5 p.m. WalkDr. Abramov says one of his fains accepted but appointments are vorite parts of being a dentist is helping recommended. For additional inforsomeone get a more beautiful smile mation or an appointment, please that they love and that gives them selfcall (813) 527-6900 or visit confidence. Diamond Dental is a famwww.DiamondDentalGroup.com.
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Trinity Family Physicians Honor Patients being Treated for Breast Cancer In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness month in October and to honor those currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer, Trinity Family Physicians will be offering beautiful head scarves to breast cancer patients. Neighborhood News & Lifestyles is proud to help notify residents of the generous giveaway that Dr. Amir Shirmohammad and Dr. Stephanie Eldridge have arranged that is meant to give something beautiful to women who are undergoing treatment for breast cancer. “Trinity Family Physicians is committed to our patients and the greater good of our community,� says Dr. Shirmo, as he is affectionately called by his patients. “We hope that we can raise awareness during breast cancer awareness month and help those in treatment.� Every Wednesday during October and November (*while supplies last), during the hours of 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. and 2 – 4 p.m., Trinity
Family Physicians invites all women who are currently undergoing treatment for breast cancer to come to the office with a note from their physician to receive a free head scarf (one scarf per person). Trinity Family Physicians is located at the corner of Duck Slough and Trinity Blvds., 1817 Cypress Brook Dr., Suite 101, in Trinity. For more information, call (727) 834–8377 or visit www.trinityfamilyphysicians.com.
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“All Tune & Lube” Continued from page 1 All Tune and Lube is a one-stop shop for all your auto repair needs. They are a MAP certified dealer and can service after market car warranties. Whatever your car needs – whether it is routine maintenance like an oil change or brake service, more extensive repairs like full-engine replacement or electrical system diagnosis, or a cosmetic fix like windshield repair, you can rest assured that your car will be well taken care of and that you will receive correct information without anyone trying to sell you extra services. All Tune and Lube offers very reasonable prices for their services. In fact, they are so confident in their pricing that they will beat any comparable written estimate. If you need it, they also offer in-house financing with up to one year no interest for those who qualify! Motorcycle Metrics Plus Bob saw a need for motorcycle repair in the area and to answer that need he opened Motorcycle Metrics Plus about six months ago. In addition
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to motorcycle maintenance and repairs on all makes and models, the technicians at Motorcycle Metrics Plus can also service dirt bikes, ATVs, small watercrafts and more. Coming in January, Bob plans to open a used-car lot next to All Tune and Lube. Whatever type of vehicle you are getting serviced, All Tune and Lube offers a free shuttle service to drop you off wherever you may need to go while your car or motorcycle is being worked on and then to pick you up when you’re ready to get back on the road. In addition to honesty and integrity in their services, it is also very important to Bob that All Tune and Lube gives back to the community. He is very active with area Chambers of Commerce, churches and schools. All Tune and Lube routinely supports many local causes and charities through sponsorships and gift certificates. Recently, Bob gave space to a charity that refurbishes old donated computers and gives them to disadvantaged children, B.I.K.E.R.S.C.A.P. They have opened a retail space TEEZ”N”MORE next to All Tune and Lube where they sell Outlaw Apparel (as seen on A&E’s “Storage
Wars”) to help support their mission. All proceeds go directly to the charity. If the thought of taking your car in to have a problem checked out or for routine maintenance makes you nervous, it is probably because you, like Bob, have had bad experiences in the past with someone telling you that you needed things done to your car that were unnecessary and expensive. Ease your nerves and your mind by taking your car to All Tune and Lube Total Car Care. Bob, Guy and all the staff at All Tune and Lube will make sure that your car is well taken care of and that you will leave there with your nerves at ease knowing you got top quality,
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honest care for your car. All Tune and Lube Total Car Care and Motorcycle Metrics Plus are located at 4107 Land O’ Lakes Blvd. Hours are Mon. – Fri., 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. & Sat., 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Free shuttle service is available. Visit alltuneandlubelandolakes.com or www.motorcyclemetricsplus.com for more information, or call (813) 996-2886. Or just stop in!
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