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PUBLISHERS Christy & Terry Jaillet publisher@ourcitymedia.com

CALENDAR 12 July 2019

MANAGING EDITOR Beverly Perkins

COMMUNITY NEWS 14 Fun on the Fourth – Celebrations in Plantation and Sunrise

OFFICE MANAGER Gabriela Moscoso

15 Sunrise Mayor Michael Ryan Plays by the Rules and Wins!

ART DIRECTOR Jacqueline Allard

FEATURE STORY 16 Feel Old? Discover Your Youth Again

SCHOOL NEWS 20 Honoring Decades of Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic – SPHS Super Six Retire 22 Police Cars, Fire Engines, and Sandpiper Elementary Students…Oh My!

CAN DO KID 24 Case Closed - Seminole Middle School Student “Re-Rights” History

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28 What Can I Do About My Bunion?

MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR 29 Summertime Happenings in Plantation

HEALTH AND WELLNESS 29 Struggling with Pelvic Pain?

MESSAGE FROM THE FIRE CHIEF 30 The Dog Days of Summer

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e celebrate the United States’ independence from England each year on July 4th. In 1776, the Founding Fathers signed the Declaration of Independence, declaring the 13 colonies were no longer subject to British rule. While U.S. independence is clearly the most significant historical event on July 4th, interestingly, several other important events have taken place on this particular day. On July 4th, 1827, the State of New York abolished slavery. At one time, New York had the second largest slave population among the colonies. This legal act eventually led to the abolishment of slavery throughout the country and, in part, the Civil War. On July 4th, 1997, NASA’s Pathfinder landed on the surface of Mars. The landing and subsequent scientific mission were watched by people around the world, including by a young South African named Elon Musk and a Seattle book seller named Jeff Bezos. Those two would eventually go on to found SpaceX and Blue Origin, the world’s first privately funded space exploration companies, among other notable businesses. On July 4th, 1939, New York Yankees’ first baseman Lou Gehrig shocked the world by announcing his retirement from baseball and the fact that he was suffering from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). Despite his horrible diagnosis, he captured the hearts of America by claiming that he was the “luckiest man on the face of the earth.” On July 4th, 1918, the Bolsheviks killed Russia’s Tsar and his family. In 1845, Henry David Thoreau moved into a log cabin at Walden pond. In 1803, Thomas Jefferson announced the signing of the Louisiana Purchase, the first step on America’s path to becoming a global Super-Power. And in 1976, Israeli commandos executed the most daring raid in military history, rescuing over 100 hostages in Entebbe, Uganda. Coincidentally, the United States is not the only nation to celebrate its independence on July 4th;so does the Philippines. This year, as you enjoy a traditional 4th of July barbecue followed by a patriotic fireworks show, think of all the other historical events that this day marks. Happy Birthday, America!

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School Supply Drive – The City of Plantation and the GWFC Woman’s Club is collecting school supplies through July 20th. Backpacks, folders, markers, notebooks, colored pencils, erasers, glue, highlighters, paper, pens, hand sanitizer, tissue, and pencils are all needed for distribution on July 27th at the Jim Ward Community Center, 301 NW 46th Avenue, Plantation. Drop-off locations: Jim Ward and Plantation Community Centers, Deicke Auditorium, and Volunteer and Central Parks.

2nd Family Night Food Trucks – Plantation gets their very own weekly food truck invasion. Every Tuesday night a variety of food trucks will line up at Plantation Heritage Park, 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation from 5:00 pm-9:30 pm. Fun for the entire family.

4th Celebrating 66 Years of PLANTATION Independence Day Celebration. Independence Day Parade –The parade begins at 9:00am at the corner of West Broward Boulevard and NW 46th Avenue, and then heads west to NW 69th Avenue continuing onto NW 4th Street, ending at City Hall with an awards ceremony. *The parade route roads will be closed to traffic during the parade from approx. 7:00am-11:00am. Concert & Fireworks – Big City Dogs, a Florida-based classic rock and blues band will be playing music from the 1960’s through 2000’s. A Kids’ Zone opens at 6:00 pm and the free concert begins at 7:00pm at the Central Park ballfields. Zambelli Fireworks will follow by presenting one of the best displays in Broward at 9:00pm. Central Park – 9151 NW 2nd Street, Plantation. *Personal fireworks, sparklers, and alcoholic beverages are not permitted within the park. Food is available for purchase during the program. For more information, please call 954-452-2510.

Plantation Library – 501 N. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. For more information, please call (954)-797-2140. (July 12/26 9:00 am-5:00 pm and July 13/27 9:00am- 4:00 pm)

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vintage wines, in addition to enjoying signature dishes from Planation’s finest restaurants. 6:00 pm-9:00 pm at the Renaissance Ft. Lauderdale-Plantation Hotel, 1230 S. Pine Island Road, Plantation. Tickets are $75 per person in advance and $85 at the door. For more information and tickets, please call 954-587-1410.

Symphony of the Americas: Summerfest – Fort Lauderdale’s own Symphony of the Americas will present its annual summer music festival concert featuring internationally acclaimed Summer Reading Kick-Off Event guest soloists. Don’t miss your chance – “Universe of Stories” Summer Reading Program (all ages) 7:00-8:00 pm at the City of SUNRISE Fourth of July Parade & to hear top musicians from across the globe perform live on stage in Sunrise. Helen B. Hoffman Plantation LibraryFamily Fun Day Reserved Seating: $18 adult / $10 child 501 North Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. For “Not All Superheroes Wear Capes” 2:00 pm at the Sunrise Civic Center, more information call 954-797-2140. Parade – At 9:00am themed floats will 10610 West Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise. Summer Story Time – Every Wednesday wind their way west along Sunset Strip For ticket information, please call and Thursday through July 31st bring from NW 12th Street to City Park, where 954-747-4646. the little ones to enjoy songs, stories, the celebration continues with free rhymes, puppets, bubbles, and more refreshments and a children’s fun zone. at the Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Free admission 9:00am-12:00pm – City Library501 North Fig Tree Lane, Park - 6700 Sunset Strip, Sunrise Plantation. 10:30 am for all ages (infants Concert & Fireworks – There’s to toddlers) For more information call something for everyone at America’s 954-797-2140. birthday celebration, including live Summer Camp– Camp programs music, children’s rides and inflatables, are available throughout the city at an assortment of food and beverage Central Park, Volunteer Park, The vendors, and a fabulous fireworks Jim Ward Community Center, Veltri display. The crowd-pleasing annual Tennis Center, and the Golf Academy at event is presented in collaboration Plantation Preserve Golf Course & Club. Household Hazardous Waste Disposal with Wheelabrator Technologies, the From traditional day camp activities Event – The City of Sunrise and the BB&T Center, and the Florida such as arts & crafts, sports and games City of Plantation have partnered to Panthers. Parking and admission are to specialized camps offering horseback provide residents with opportunities free. 5:00pm-9:30pm– Outdoors at the riding lessons, tennis, and golf. For to safely dispose of household BB&T Center – One Panther Parkway, more information, please call 954hazardous waste (HHW) and Sunrise. For more information, please 452-2510 or visit www.plantation.org/ electronics. Drop-off events are held call 954-747-4600. *All bags will be parks-recreation. searched. The following items will NOT on Saturdays throughout the year and are open exclusively to residents of be allowed in the event area: backpacks, Sunrise and Plantation free of charge bags larger than 12”x12”, coolers, glass and with proof of residency. Sunrise bottles, alcohol, weapons, fireworks, City Hall, 10770 W. Oakland Park Blvd. pets, and bicycles. from 8:00am-1:00pm.

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12th Daddy-Daughter Dance – The City of Plantation presents a “Masquerade Ball” at Volunteer Park Community Center. Girls ages 6-12 are invited with their male role model to dance from 7:00 pm -9:00 pm. The evening will include music, pizza, contests, and prizes. $20 per couple and $8 per additional daughter. Tickets are available at Plantation Central Park – 9151 NW 2nd Street and Volunteer Park -12050 W. Sunrise Blvd., and Deicke Auditorium, 5701 Cypress Road, Plantation. *Tickets may also be purchased at the door. For more information, please call 954-452-2510. Book Sale – Friends of the Library are selling the best used books at the best prices at the Helen B. Hoffman

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Wine, Jazz and Taste of Plantation – The 18th annual event is presented by the Greater Plantation Chamber of Commerce. Sample over 100 varieties of

Plantation Farmers Market – Every Saturday year-round from 8:00am-2:00pm, Plantation hosts a Farmers Market featuring fresh, certified organic and non-organic produce, locally produced honey, homemade hummus, plants and orchids, fresh cut flowers, breads and Danishes, olive oils, cheeses, dips, spreads and more. Volunteer Park – 12050 W. Sunrise Boulevard, Plantation. For more information call 954-452-2558.

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ndependence Day, most fondly called the Fourth of July, commemorates the Declaration of Independence of the United States on July 4, 1776. July’s signature holiday is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbeques, carnivals, baseball games, concerts, and family reunions. Plantation and Sunrise certainly know how to celebrate the holiday as both cities offer many festivities. “Plantation’s Independence Day celebration started as a hometown parade organized by a few neighbors and has since grown into an exciting day-long event attended by thousands of friends and family from around South Florida,” exclaimed Plantation Mayor Lynn Stoner. “This year’s theme, Generations of Pride, is a perfect expression of the event’s history.” The morning of the 4th starts off with a parade at 9:00 am at the corner of West Broward Boulevard and NW 46th Avenue, which will then head west to NW 69th Avenue continuing onto NW 4th Street, ending at City Hall with an awards ceremony. Please note the parade route roads will be closed to traffic during the parade from approximately from 7:00am-11:00am. Later that evening, enjoy a concert and fireworks at Central Park, 9151 NW 2nd Street, Plantation. Big City Dogs, a Florida-based classic rock and blues band, will be playing music from the 1960s through

activities, a parade celebrating the many present day superheroes who call Sunrise home, and a legendary fireworks spectacle surrounding the iconic BB&T Center. The very spirit of freedom exists in our ability to celebrate together this July 4th,” said Sunrise Mayor Michael Ryan The City of Sunrise Fourth of July Parade & Family Fun Day also begins at 9:00 am with a themed float parade entitled Not All Superheroes Wear Capes which will wind their way west along Sunset Strip from NW 12th Street to City Park, 6700 Sunset Strip, Sunrise. The excitement continues with free refreshments and a children’s fun zone until 12:00 pm before the finale of America’s outdoor birthday party from 2000s. A Kids’ Zone and food trucks will open at 6:00 5:00 pm- 9:30 pm at the BB&T Center, One Panther Parkway, Sunrise. pm with the free concert starting at 7:00 pm at the The free crowd-pleasing annual event will offer Central Park ballfields. Zambelli Fireworks will follow live music by local rock band, The Rock Show, followed by presenting one of the best displays in Broward by the Grammy Award-winning reggae group Inner County at 9:00 pm. “As we look forward to commemorating American Circle, known for their hit songs Bad Boys and Sweat. A children’s area will have rides and inflatables, as well Independence and all of our country’s great achieveas an assortment of food and beverage vendors. The ments this July 4th, we’re also eager to bring the evening will conclude with a world-class fireworks community together to share in the festivities. We display. Parking is also free. invite our neighbors from throughout the County to join the City of Sunrise at one of South Florida’s For more information in Plantation, please call Parks & largest Independence Day celebrations, featuring a Recreation at 954-452-2510 and in Sunrise, please call Leisure Grammy award-winning musical act, family friendly Services at 954-747-4600.

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n late May, The Florida League of Cities (FLC) honored Sunrise Mayor Michael Ryan with the 2019 Home Rule Hero Award. The Sunrise mayor was recognized for his tireless efforts to protect the Home Rule powers of Florida’s municipalities from sweeping state laws that may fail to consider local needs and advance the League’s legislative agenda during the 2019 legislative session. In 1922, the FLC was founded on the belief that local self-government is the keystone of American democracy. It is the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments and is formed and governed by a city’s citizens. Home Rule is the ability for a city to establish its own form of government and enact ordinances, codes, plans, and resolutions without a prior state of approval. It addresses local problems with local solutions with minimal state interference. “Home Rule enables us as elected officials to adopt local laws to meet the unique needs of our communities,” explained Mayor Ryan.

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Dr. Jeffrey J. Solomon, M.D. is an OB/ GYN practicing in Plantation, Fl. for 40 years. He has served on numerous committees at Plantation General Hospital and Westside Regional Medical Center as well as the Medical Executive Committee at Plantation General Hospital for many years. Dr. Solomon manages and treats conditions related to the practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology. His philosophy is and has always been to treat every patient with the respect, kindness, and compassion that he would want for his family.

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tudents, teachers, and administrators alike wrapped the 2018-2019 school year with many parties, graduations, and celebrations. But it was the South Plantation High School (SPHS) “Super Six” who really wrapped things up. It was time for a grand retirement celebration at Fort Lauderdale Country Club. Lynnda Butler (Math, 46 years), Fran Holmes (Math, 34 years), Jerry Holt (DECA, 44 years), Barbara McNeile (Medical Skills, 22 years), Akram Molaka (Science, 33 years), and Debbie Vogt (English, 39 years) were recognized for their numerous years of dedicating their careers to education. Holt and Vogt spent most their years at SPHS, but it was McNeile who spent all her years donning purple and gold. Usually each department has separate parties for those on their teams, but this year so many were retiring at the same time that it only made sense to have a large celebration for all of them. In attendance were SPHS administrators, teachers,

custodians, clerical, coaches, and prior colleagues of the retirees along with family members. Former teachers, also now retired, came for the festivities including Jim Overfield, one of the first teachers at SPHS who retired last year as the “Last Original Paladin”. “May 28th was a very special day as family and friends celebrated the careers of six teachers from South Plantation High with a combined teaching career of 215+ years. A sad day for the students they will never teach, but a happy one for the teachers and their families,” expressed Alyce Culpepper, Retired SPHS teacher. A slide show was presented which included “fun facts” about each educator. For example, Debbie Vogt taught under seven principals at SPHS and taught over 7,000 students. Art students created and

presented portraits of each teacher along with signed autograph books and “Good-Bye Jars” with monetary tips for retirement. Everyone enjoyed mingling, sharing stories, and eating a delicious dinner followed by more upbeat conversation and festivities. “We can rejoice in their extensive careers and the thousands of students who had the opportunity to be exposed to teaching at its very best. We will miss each and every one of them,” added Culpepper.

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Police Cars, Fire Engines, and Sandpiper Elementary Students…Oh My! more than 6,000 students from eighty elementary, middle, and high schools annually. The program he month of May is always super exciting for exposes students to career opportunities and helps students as they look forward to their sumthem connect their school experiences to the real mer break, but some second grade Sandpiper world. The unique collaboration between the school Elementary students were eagerly anticipating their field trip to the Sunrise Police and Fire Departments. district, generous local businesses partners, dedicated volunteers, and eager South Florida schools The special visit was made possible by the Kids introduces and exposes students to career awareness and the Power of Work (KAPOW) program. The highly successful KAPOW program through Learning through professionally designed lessons taught by volfor Success, Inc. supports career awareness and work- unteers in the classroom and on work sites. During the field trip, these young Sandpipers place skills lessons. had a behind-the-scenes look at two of Sunrise’s very “The KAPOW program connects what students important divisions. They visited the Police Chief’s learn at school with its application in the workplace, office and asked questions about his job, explored and life,” explained Learning for Success/KAPOW President John Casbarro. “We are proud and honored the jail cells, learned how criminals are processed, how officers get around the city, and how they train to be a partner with the City of Sunrise.” and re-train to keep their minds sharp at the firSince 1993, Casbarro expanded KAPOW to reach ing range, and how they need healthy bodies to do their job at the gym. “As a Police Chief, I have many responsibilities, but none are as important as molding and teaching the future generation of what it is to be a good police officer. Thank you to the students of Sandpiper Elementary and KAPOW for always reminding BY BEVERLY PERKINS

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us of the importance of education and the power of work,” exclaimed Sunrise Police Chief Anthony Rosa. The second half of the field trip was at the Sunrise Fire Department. Students began with a hands-on tour of an ambulance and a fire truck and the station. Most importantly, they learned how firefighters work as a team to maintain their living quarters on their 24-hour shifts. Finally, students got to learn about firefighter training and witness how firefighters get to their trucks fast by sliding down the pole. “The KAPOW program bridges the gap between what students learn at school and how it applies to the real world of work. The program exposes students to various careers they never knew existed and allows them to have practical goals for the future. Our volunteers connect with kids by sharing their pathway to success and becomes a valuable mentor in the classroom,” explained Tania Reynolds, KAPOW Program Director. KAPOW is always looking for business or individual volunteers, as well as schools interested in participating in the program. For more information about volunteering or how your school can participate, email KAPOW Program Director Tania Reynolds at taniakapow@gmail.com or call 305-338-5548.

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What began as a typical school project turned into so much more for a Seminole Middle School student. Ben Polsky was a fourth grader at the time when he was inspired to make a positive difference after reading the 2013 Pulitzer Prize-winning book, “Devil in the Grove,” by Gilbert King. The ambitious elementary student decided to write his own book for a school assignment about the historic case of the Groveland Four: Walter Irvin,

Samuel Shepard, Charles Greenlee, and Ernest Thomas which dates to 1949 when the four men were falsely accused of raping a woman. With the help of his mother Nancy Polsky, “Re-Righting History: The Groveland Boys” was written and it shared their passionate story about the four innocent black youths found guilty and sentenced for a terrible crime they did not commit to create awareness of the forgotten tale so long ago. The mother-son duo’s book then inspired Ben’s peers and their parents to get involved and also make a difference. Although in 2017 state legislators issued an apology to the men and their families, their names were not cleared. A couple years ago during Black History Month, the ambitious student and his classmates wrote more than 2,000 postcards to the Governor and members of the cabinet requesting expedited clemency review.

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This year all the Seminole Panthers celebrated the victorious pardon made 70 years after the alleged crime by Gov. Ron DeSantis who called the case a “miscarriage of justice” on his third day in office. Over 1200 students wrote personal messages of gratitude which Ben hand-delivered to Tallahassee. This year as the case was finally put to rest and the school year came to a close, Commissioner of Agriculture Nikki Fried visited the Plantation students and thanked them for their activism surrounding criminal justice and presented them with a proclamation declaring their “shining example of

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What Can I Do About My Bunion? BY DR. JOHN GOODNER

bunion is a bony bump that forms on the joint at the base of your big toe. It is part of your normal foot and not a growth of new bone. The foot bones are starting to spread out, making the bone more prominent. Here are answers to commonly asked questions about bunions and bunion surgery: What is the cause of bunions? Most commonly it is hereditary. Tight shoes will often bring out the problem sooner. Poor foot structure (i.e. flatfeet) may also contribute to the problem. Can I avoid getting bunions if my mother and grandmother have them? Generally, no. You may wear shoes that are wider in the toe box. This may delay the onset of bunions and prevent them from getting very painful. Eventually, a bunion will appear if you are predisposed to it. Do bunions get worse? Over time the bones in the feet spread out further making a bunion appear larger. It may take months to many years, but they will almost always get worse, especially if you are pronated or flatfooted. Cartilage will start to wear thin and some degree of arthritis may develop. What causes the pain over the bunion? Shoes that are narrow put pressure on the skin, nerves and bone. Numbness or tingling may also develop as the nerve gets compressed against the bone by tight shoes. Can the bunion be corrected? Bunions can be corrected surgically if the bunion is painful and it is unresponsive to conservative care. In some cases, small bunions hurt much more than large bunions. Is it painful to have surgery? When done correctly by an experienced surgeon minimal pain is involved. We have done more than 5,000 bunion surgeries.

Can I walk on it immediately after surgery? We advise people to stay off their foot for two or three days. A surgical boot is utilized for a period of six weeks to protect the area and allow it to heal properly. How quickly can I return to work after surgery? It usually requires four days of rest at home before returning to work. A special surgical shoe or boot is given to take stress off the area and prevent problems from developing postoperatively. How long will it take to get back into normal shoes? Everyone is different. It will usually take four to six weeks to get back into flat shoes or sneakers. Heels may take two to three months. Will I be able to resume sports after surgery? Stationery bicycles may be used one to two weeks after surgery. Running sports and activities may require six or more weeks. I had bunion surgery many years ago and it has come back. Can I do something about it? Yes. If the surgical procedure is done correctly a second time the results may be outstanding provided that there are no arthritic changes in the joint. If there are arthritic changes, many surgical options are available to correct the deformity. What is the long-term prognosis? In almost all cases, it is excellent. The earlier the treatment, the better the long-term prognosis because arthritic changes are minimized. Dr. John Goodner is a Board Qualified Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgeon with the Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialists of South Florida and specializes in sports medicine foot and ankle injuries, foot and ankle arthroscopy, lower extremity trauma, and lower extremity deformities in infants, children, teens and adults. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine in Plantation is located at 220 S.W. 84th Avenue, Suite 102, (954) 720-1530. The practice website is www.SOUTHFLORIDASPORTSMEDICINE.com. Instagram @ SouthFloridaSportsMedicine. Twitter @SFLSportsMed.

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SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS CARTILAGE INJURIES Microfractures, Cartilage Transplants, Osteochondral Grafting RECONSTRUCTIVE FOOT, ANKLE AND LEG SURGERY Flat Foot, Bunions, Hammertoes, FRACTURES Ligament Repair, Achilles Tendon Why go to an Emergency Room? Dr. Robert Sheinberg, D.P.M. Dr. Carlo Messina, D.P.M. Dr. Michael Cohen, D.P.M. Dr. John Goodner, D.P.M. Board Certified Board Certified Board Certified Board Qualified All Foot, Ankle, and Leg Fractures Tears, Arthritis Surgery FOOT, ANKLE, & LEG SPECIALIST FOOT, ANKLE, & LEG SPECIALIST FOOT, ANKLE, & LEG SPECIALIST FOOT, ANKLE, & LEG SPECIALIST in Children and Adults! SPORTS MEDICINE WESTON PEMBROKE PINES PLANTATION Tendon and Ligament injuries, Heel FOOT AND ANKLE ARTHRITIS 1600 Town Center Blvd. 17842 NW 2nd St. 220 S.W. 84th Ave., #102 Pain, Shockwave Therapy, PRP Injections, Total Joint Replacement, 954-389-5900 954-430-9901 954-720-1530 Arthroscopy and Tendoscopy, Shin Splints, Ankle Replacement, Arthroscopy, SATURDAY HOURS Compartment Syndrome Fusions, Joint Realignment Make Your Appointment Online at www.SouthFloridaSportsMedicine.com FOOT, ANKLE & LEG QUESTIONS? EMAIL THE DOCTOR! DrJohnGoodner@gmail.com (Don’t Send Protected Health Information) PEDIATRICS

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SELF PAY RATES (Procedure cost is in addition to office visit.) New Patient . . . . . . . . . . .$75-$125 Surgery Consult . . . . . . . . . . . $200 Injections . . . . . . . . . .$75 per shot Casts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$175 Follow Up Visit . . . . . . . . $50-$100 Orthotics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $350 Ingrown Nail . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$125 X-Rays . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 per area PRP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$600 Shockwave (3 sessions) . . . . $500 Laceration Repair . . . . . . . . . $250 Wound Care . . . . . . . . . . .$75-$125 (FOR CHRONIC HEEL PAIN & TENDONITIS)

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

Summertime Happenings in Plantation BY MAYOR LYNN STONER ummer may “officially” start once the kids are out of school. But Independence Day is when things really heat up! The City’s Annual Independence Day celebration is second to none, starting with a parade kicking off at 9:00 AM and running along Broward Boulevard toward City Hall. Later that evening at Central Park, enjoy a free concert, children’s carnival, food trucks, and one of the most spectacular fireworks displays in Broward County! This year’s theme, Generations of Pride, is a perfect expression of the event’s history: Plantation’s Independence Day celebration started as a hometown parade organized by a few neighbors and has since grown into an exciting day-long event attended by thousands of friends and family from around South Florida. A quick reminder from our Parks & Recreation staff: for your safety and the safety of others, please refrain from using fireworks, sparklers and alcoholic beverages within the park. This event historically attracts thousands of people, and parking is limited. For your convenience, please plan to come early, or carpool with friends. If you live in the area, you may wish to walk or ride your bike. Watch the Water – Watch the Kids! Summer in South Florida conjures up images of days spent playing in the pool, going to the beach, or boating on the open water. While we all want the chance to relax and let our guard down, it’s important to remember that drowning is the leading cause of death among young children in Florida and that most child drownings occur in backyard pools. Preventing child drowning is an adult responsibility. Whenever a child is in or near any body of water, constant adult supervision is required. The Plantation Fire Department wants everyone to enjoy a safe and happy swimming season. So, “Watch the Water – Watch the Kids.”

Summer Happenings The City of Plantation offers residents unprecedented access to recreation facilities, events, and programs. During the summer months, the Plantation Parks and Recreation Department offers summer camp options for golf, tennis, swimming, horseback riding, science and technology, art, and more. Your children and grandchildren can also participate in the Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library summer reading program held during the months of June and July. I hope you will take advantage of the many recreation offerings the City provides. Have a safe and exciting summer! For more information on these and other exciting summer activities, visit Plantation.org or pick up a copy of Recreation Quarterly at any City facility. The Office of the Commission is located at 400 NW 73rd Avenue, Plantation, 33317. To contact please call, 954-797-2221 or visit www.Plantation.org.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Struggling with Pelvic Pain? BY RAHIL MALIK M.D. FACOG bdominal pain in women is a common malady. Statistics from the Centre for Disease Control show a national trend with as much as 12-15% of all visits to the emergency room (E.R.) attributed to abdominal pain. However, only a small percentage of these visits are due to emergent conditions and most patients require outpatient visits with specialists to further manage their pain. It is not uncommon for women to struggle with abdominal pain for days, weeks, months and sometimes years, before discovering the cause of their pain and identifying strategies to help fix the source of their pain. The difficulties in identifying the cause behind a patient’s abdominal pain stems from the various organ systems that can potentially give rise to the pain. It can be challenging to identify the cause of the pain and often blood tests, imaging studies (CT, MRI, Ultrasound) and sometimes surgery are required before a final diagnosis can be made. Visits to numerous doctors and undergoing multiple medical tests can be time-consuming, demoralizing and costly for an individual. However, this process can be improved with simple steps that a patient can take towards owning their health and being prepared for their visits. A thorough history and physical exam can allow a physician to identify the most likely culprit behind your pain and reduce the number of diagnostic tests. A visit with your Ob-Gyn can be helpful in your evaluation but an unprepared soul can sometimes find it overwhelming to answer questions on the spot. Nonetheless, you can make your visit beneficial and efficient if you take a few minutes to address these questions and bring to your next appointment. ▸▸ Location – Where is the pain localized? Can you point with your finger to identify a location or is it non-specific and diffuse? ▸▸ Modifying factors – what makes the pain better? What makes it worse? Does eating food minimize your pain? Is your pain worsened with movement? Is your pain linked to your menstrual cycle? Does urinating affect pain? Does your pain worsen or improve with passing stools? These factors can help determine if your pain is arising from your intestines, bladder or uterus/ovary, etc. ▸▸ Novelty – Is the pain acute or is this pain occurring for a longer period of time? Has there been a period of time where you were pain-free? ▸▸ Onset – When did the pain start? ▸▸ Precipitating factors – What caused the pain? Any trauma or strenuous activity? ▸▸ Quality – Is it sharp, dull, throbbing, dull? Is the pain persistent or intermittent? Is your pain daily or only at certain times of the day or week? ▸▸ Radiation – Does the pain travel to any other part of your body? ▸▸ Severity Score – On a scale of 1-10, how would you rate your pain? Does the pain fluctuate during the day? ▸▸ Therapies / Tests completed – What imaging tests have you completed in the past? It would be useful to bring copies of imaging reports to your appointment for your physician to review and to compare against newer tests. If there were medications prescribed previously, did it help reduce your abdominal pain?

Dr. Malik is a Board-Certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist in Plantation, Florida. His areas of interest include diagnosis and treatment of pelvic pain with surgical and non-surgical options. Schedule an appointment by calling 954-791-3090 or requesting an appointment online at www. DavieObgyn.com/appointment. OURCITYMEDIA.COM | OUR CITY PLANTATION | JULY 2019 29

MESSAGE FROM THE FIRE CHIEF

The Dog Days of Summer BY DON TODD, PLANTATION FIRE CHIEF Ah, summertime in Florida… Temperatures reach the high 90s, with humidity almost as high. While the rest of the country relishes our weather from October to March, in August Floridians are pretty much on their own. There is no doubt, the summer sun can have a profound effect on many of us. Keeping safe and as cool as possible is essential for those of us living in paradise. So, here are a few tips to help keep your cool during the Dog Days of Summer: First and foremost, stay hydrated. Drink lots of water. Your body can lose a tremendous amount of water simply through sweating and breathing. You may not even realize you are becoming dehydrated until it’s too late. Drinking water steadily, throughout the day, will keep you ahead of the curve. It’s also important to recognize the signs of dehydration early. The first sign of dehydration is thirst. If you’re feeling thirsty, you’re beginning to get dehydrated. If you’re feeling dizzy, chilled, nauseous,

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or experiencing cramps you may be experiencing more profound effects of heat exposure. Stop your activity, get into a shady or cooler area quickly and slowly drink water. If symptoms are more profound, do not take anything by mouth. Lie down, elevate your feet and place cool towels on your head and under your arms or legs. It’s also important to keep your head covered when you’re outside. Your body exchanges most of its heat through your head. Keeping your head covered provides shade and helps your body better regulate its internal temperature. Exposure is another big concern in the summer sun. Especially for those who don’t live here yearround. UV rays can cause serious sunburns very quickly. Using sunscreen with a high SPF rating and keeping yourself covered when out in the sun is essential. Even when it’s overcast, you may not realize how much your skin is being bombarded. Should you receive a sunburn, apply cool, moist towels to help cool the burn. Do not cover the burn with creams or greasy lotions that may lock in the heat. Burns covering large areas or beginning to blister should be seen by a medical provider. Finally, heat exhaustion and heat stroke are two very serious, heat-related conditions. Heat

exhaustion is heralded by nausea, dizziness and cold sweats. Get the person into a cool environment quickly, lie them down, and apply cool towels as described above. Heat stroke is a life-threatening condition caused by the body’s inability to cool itself. Internal body temperatures can climb to fatal levels. The person’s skin is usually red, hot, with dried, parched lips. The person will most likely be unconscious and may have a seizure. If these symptoms present themselves remove the patient to a cool area immediately and call 9-1-1. Remember that young children and the elderly are most susceptible to excessive heat. Taking these simple precautions can not only help avoid heatrelated pitfalls but can help make the remainder of your summer fun and enjoyable. Enjoy and stay cool. For more information and safety tips, visit www.Plantation.org or Facebook.com/City of Plantation Fire Department.

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ver four decades ago, Help-U-Sell® Real Estate was created as an alternative to traditional real estate agencies. Since it’s opening, it has become the leading fee-for-service real estate franchise with more than 100 offices including a local franchise in Plantation. Help-U-Sell’s® unique business model allows consumers to save thousands of dollars compared to what they would spend on a traditional broker’s fees. However, these savings do not translate to a reduction in services. Help-U-Sell Broward Realty, a fully licensed Florida Real Estate Brokerage, offers full premium service to all of their clients regardless of the size of the property or the selling price of the home. Their licensed professionals manage the entire selling process from start to finish, handle all negotiations, provide referrals, show their Seller’s homes, and provide expert advice and representation. Help-U-Sell Broward Realty’s fresh approach to selling a home has been valuable to so many that Brian Meyerowitz, the Managing Broker for the local Help-U-Sell® office, took some time to share more about his franchise so he can help others achieve the same results.

What distinguishes Help-U-Sell Broward Realty from the competition? Our platform is unique. We don’t charge the consumer based on the price of the home. We don’t believe that the price of the home should dictate the fee paid. For example, we never understood why an “ordinary” brokerage charges substantially more to sell a $500,000 home versus a $300,000 home. It is illogical, and unfair to the consumer. Help-U-Sell Broward Realty offers a fair, low set fee regardless of the price of the home.* Although we only charge a low set fee (due at closing) we pride ourselves on providing premium full-service representation with a personal touch from the beginning to the end of the transaction. What are some of the things you offer your clients? First, we do an in-home consultation. We then create a full marketing program to include the MLS, Realtor.com, Zillow, Trulia, and other popular real estate sites. We will dispatch a professional photographer, videographer, and a drone pilot to come to your home and take photos, a virtual tour, and an aerial tour on ALL listings. Next, we will coordinate and manage paperwork, inspections, appraisals, and anything else needed. What else would you like to share with our readers? Previously, in conjunction with my real estate practice, I owned a full-service mortgage broker-

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The annual NICU Reunion gave the nearly 1,600 children born at Plantation General Hospital during the past five years a chance to come together and celebrate with other families who have shared similar journeys at a Star Wars-themed event. Additionally, they reconnected with the doctors, nurses and staff who cared for their children when they were first born and needed highly specialized medical treatment. This was a wonderful opportunity for everyone to see how the children have grown and share stories about their precious milestones after their initial medical challenges.

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Plantation Junior Woman’s Club (PJWC) was proud to offer women in the community a fabulous opportunity to showcase their brand, and/or business, network, sell items, and shop at their 2nd annual “Hats Off to Women in Business” Expo. This was a great way to build relationships, support women in business in the community, and share in their successes.

WITH MUCH GRATITUDE – The City of Plantation Parks and

Recreation Department took the time to honor and remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their country in a Memorial Day tribute where many residents and community officials attended including Mayor Stoner.

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The PJWC Tennis Tournament Benefiting Make a Wish of South Florida ® was completely sold-out at the Plantation Veltri Tennis Center. A phenomenal group of volunteers enjoyed a great Round Robin tournament as well as the surprise appearance by Marina, a former Wish Kid, who shared her experience and reminded attendees that in just a blink of an eye we can lose control of everything and it was through the power of a wish that she was able to overcome her illness. It was Make-A-Wish Southern Florida ®, that gave her hope, and strength to live long enough to see her wish come true.

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– The Plantation Orchid Society celebrated their 51st anniversary with a potluck dinner at Diecke Auditorium. Members socialized and got to learn from each other about their favorite pastime… orchids!

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