Naples Illustrated April 2023

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Has arrived in N THE RITZ-CARLTON RESIDENCES, NAPLES ARE NOT OWNED, SOLD OR DEVELOPED BY THE RITZ-CARLTON HOTEL COMPANY, L.L.C. OR ITS AFFILIATES (“THE RITZ-CARLTON”). STOCK RESIDENCES, USES THE RITZ-CARLTON MARKS UNDER A LICENSE FROM THE RITZ-CARLTON, WHICH HAS NOT CONFIRMED THE ACCURACY OF ANY OF THE STATEMENTS OR REPRESENTATIONS MADE HEREIN. ORAL REPRESENTATION CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING THE REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS REFERENCE SHOULD BE MADE TO THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY THE DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE. ALL RENDERINGS AND PLANS ARE PROPOSED CONCEPTS SHOWN ONLY FOR MARKETING PURPOSES AND ARE BASED ON THE DEVELOPER’S CURRENT PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN. DEVELOPER RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, REVISE OR WITHDRAW THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT PLAN IN DEVELOPER’S SOLE DISCRETION WITHOUT NOTICE. NOTHING HEREIN OR ANY OTHER COMMUNICATION SHALL BE DEEMED TO OBLIGATE THE DEVELOPER, OR ANY AFFILIATE OF DEVELOPER, TO CONSTRUCT THE PROJECT OR OFFER ANY OF THE PROJECT FOR SALE, AND NOTHING HEREIN SHALL BE DEEMED A GUARANTY OF ANY KIND. THIS IS NOT AN OFFER TO SALE OR SOLICITATIONS OF OFFERS TO BUY.

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NAPLES, MARCO ISL AND & FLORIDA’S GULF COAST

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CONTENTS

APRIL 2023 | NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM FOR THE LATEST IN ALL THINGS LUXURY

FEATURES 94

HANYA’S RUNWAY

A Naples model (and role model) encourages and inspires women to be their best

By Gaylene Salomons

102 NUTRITION SMARTS Improve brain health by being mindful of what you eat

By Karen Feldman

108 IT’S HER WORLD Going giddy for Gucci’s newest collection Photography by Olivia Graham

Four fun activities to keep you moving in and around Naples

By Jane E. Enos

124 THE GIFTED CLASS From smart jump ropes to sage bundles, find a gift to support well-being

By Liza Grant Smith

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118 WAYS TO WORKOUT

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That’s Infinity at The Colony. The Ronto Group’s thoroughly modern perspective on high-rise living. Inspiring residences with gulf, golf and preserve views. Plus, social spaces and gathering places. Infinity at the Colony. Where your Florida lifestyle begins and the fun is never-ending.

Priced from mid $2M to high $4M 4861 Coconut Road | Bonita Springs, FL 239-362-9550 InfinityColony.com ORAL REPRESENTATIONS CANNOT BE RELIED UPON AS CORRECTLY STATING REPRESENTATIONS OF THE DEVELOPER. FOR CORRECT REPRESENTATIONS MAKE REFERENCE TO THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN AND THE DOCUMENTS REQUIRED BY SECTION 718.503, FLORIDA STATUTES, TO BE FURNISHED BY A DEVELOPER TO A BUYER OR LESSEE. Community features, amenities and pricing are approximate and subject to change without notice. The information and materials displayed on materials provided to you are solely intended to provide general information about proposed plans of WSR-Colony, LLC. These proposed plans are conceptual in nature and are subject to change or cancellation (in whole or in part) at any time without notice. Land uses, public and private facilities, improvements, and plans described or depicted on any materials are conceptual only, subject to government approvals and market factors, and subject to change without notice. Nothing in these materials obligates WSR-Colony, LLC, or any other entity to build any facilities or improvements, and there is no guarantee that any illustrated or described proposed future development will be implemented.

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DEPARTMENTS 36 OUR ADVISORY BOARD 38 FROM THE EDITOR 40 RSVP Events with Champions For Learning, Metropolitan Naples, Provident Jewelry, and more

INSIDER 51 SPOTLIGHT The Agency’s Mauricio Umansky talks real estate

52 AROUND TOWN Lee and Penny Anderson give big to the University of St. Thomas, First Tee updates, and more

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56 FINDS Magenta items that will keep you in the pink

STYLE 59 THE LOOK Sustainably sourced goods, plus elevated resort classics

62 REAL TALK WITH...

Jewelry designer Patricia Robalino

64 BIJOUX Fluorescent jewelry sparkles and shines

RESIDE 67 AT HOME WITH...

Lucerne residents Michael Santoro and Paola Ayala

70 SHOWCASE Warm tones welcome in a stunning Grey Oaks abode

76 INSPIRED LIVING How to use bedding to transform a bedroom’s vibe

78 ELEMENTS Water-evocative decor sets the stage for serenity

80 DESIGNER DEFERENCE NICK SHIRGHIO

Colorful advice with Collins DuPont’s Jen Davison

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JOURNEYS 83 WANDERLUST Adventures in Cambodia’s ancient city of Angkor

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88 QUICK TRIPS The pet-friendly town of Cashiers, North Carolina

90 HIGH ROAD Land Rover’s 2023 Range Rover Sport

92 HIGH SEAS Vicem Yachts’ new 55 Classic Flybridge cruiser

TOP DOCTORS 130 PHYSICIAN PROFILES The area’s premier doctors

EAT + DRINK 177 OPENINGS Casa Neri offers gourmet food and flavors

178 LOCAL BITES The Catch of the Pelican, farmers markets, and more

186 MINDFUL MIXOLOGIST COURTESY OF CASA NERI

Salute the spring season with a carrot-forward cocktail

Customized treatment masks for healthy locks

190 HEALTH & WELLNESS

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BALANCE 189 HAIR CARE

Naples Fencing Academy, ocular health, and more

ON THE COVER: PHOTOGRAPHER: AUDREY SNOW OWEN MODEL: HANYA KIZEMCHUK LOCATION: KIZEMCHUK RESIDENCE, NAPLES MAKEUP: LISA GIAMARINO, NAPLES

194 LIVING WITH IVEY The best sources of food fuel for energy and workouts

196 GOOD NATURE Why we should commune with water

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197 BEAUTY Fresh picks with plant-derived, nutrient-rich seed oils

198 WEALTH Insights on the latest in thematic investing

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212 CALENDAR What to see and do this month GYORGY PAPP

ASHLEY MEYER

Celebrating Earth Day at the Conservancy

TAIL END 216 PARTY ANIMAL April, a black-handed spider monkey with a sweet soul

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Publisher Meegan Wyatt Editor in Chief Jane E. Enos Creative Director Olga M. Gustine Executive Editor Mary Murray Senior Editor Allison Wolfe Reckson Associate Editor Gaylene Salomons Copy Editor Kelley Marcellus Dining Editor Gina Birch Fashion Editor Katherine Lande Automotive Editor Howard Walker Travel Editor Paul Rubio Web Editor Abigail Duffy Social Media Manager Roxy Rooney Editorial Intern Corin Mellone DESIGN Senior Art Director Ashley Meyer Art Directors Airielle Farley, Jenny Fernandez-Prieto Digital Imaging Specialist Leonor Alvarez-Maza CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jules Aron, Karen Feldman, Tammy Fender, Patricia Janeway, Erika Klein, Ivey Leidy, Liza Grant Smith, Seth Soffian, Mary Thurman Yuhas

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SHAWN MCCONNELL NCH Healthcare, marketing and communications director

DONNA MCGINNIS Naples Botanical Garden, president and CEO

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Mahatma Gandhi said, “It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver.” Few words have more validity than these, in my opinion; we all know the importance of health and the hope and happiness it can afford. Conversely, even those with the most lavish of lives must find it difficult to enjoy themselves in the absence of good health. This is no front-page news.

Because health is such a weighty and ubiquitous topic, we’ve once again decided to dedicate our April edition to wellness. While I enjoy putting all our issues together, this is one of my favorites. Through my research (and that of others), I always learn interesting health- and wellness-related news. In this issue, we aspire to bring you a range of interesting (and hopefully enlightening) topics related to physical and psychological well-being, no matter what age you may be.

While it’s difficult to choose, this cover—featuring part-time Naples resident and model Hanya Kizemchuk—is a favorite of my tenure at Naples Illustrated.

Kizemchuk epitomizes health and vitality; she’s an inspiration, demonstrating that these are attainable regardless of your birth year. Clearly, she knows how to strike a pose with the best of them. She began modeling early in life but was forced out due to her age, pivoting to entrepreneurship in real estate. Ironically, the thing that drove her out of the modeling industry propelled her back into it later in life. When she’s not enjoying Naples, she’s often working in front of the camera again. Kizemchuk is much more than lithe legs and a beautiful face, however; she’s a model and a role model. She’s devoted to justice and equality and on a mission to empower other females, encouraging them to dream big. To read more about Kizemchuk, turn to page 94.

Also in this edition, starting on page 102, is an article from writer Karen Feldman exploring nutrition and brain health.

We all know that what we consume affects our physical shape, but what we eat (and drink) influences our mood, memory, and mental sharpness, too. In this article you’ll hear from two highly respected experts, Dr. David Perlmutter and Dr. Corey Howard. You’ll also learn about foods that aid brain health and ones to keep at bay.

Because physical fitness is a critical component of health, we have included a feature on ways to be well in Collier County and beyond. A variety of activities are covered, including those by land, sea, and pool. For the fearless, there’s kiteboarding. Read about the best ways to safely get started in this thrilling sport. If you’re looking for something a bit more subdued—but still stimulating—water workouts, cardio pickleball, or hiking or biking a CREW Land & Water Trust trail might be for you. Check all of these out, beginning on page 118.

If I could wish someone one thing only, it would be their health. So, here’s to yours and many more years of wellness ahead.

Be well!

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True quality is unmistakable. It’s what you expect from a lifetime of hard work and great success. So now is not the time to start compromising. One community offers the level of excellence you’re accustomed to, from your morning yoga session, to lunch at the poolside Bistro to a lavish cocktail party at the Clubhouse. And of course, where concierge physicians and personalized healthcare are included. Create your future here and request your complimentary Information Kit today.

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Babcock Ranch is a new kind of hometown, powered by the sun with roots that go deep into the Florida soil. A place built for you and your family to live your happiest, best life for generations to come. Where kids walk to school, next-gen technology creates healthier homes and neighbors can connect to nature, to each other, and to something greater than themselves. Welcome to the bright side of life.

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NEW KID ON THE BLOCK One of the fastest-growing boutique real estate brokerages in the world recently opened its first office on the Gulf Coast.

With the debut of the Naples office, The Agency opened its twenty-ninth franchise in a growing network of offices throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean. Mauricio Umansky, CEO and founder of The Agency, as well as an influential person in real estate and star of Netflix’s Buying Beverly Hills, flew to town in early February to celebrate grand opening events for The Agency’s Naples location on Tamiami Trail. We caught up with him in the lobby of the Inn on Fifth—just steps away from where crowds gathered for the Cars on 5th event—for a quick chat. Turn the page for the interview. (theagencyre.com) –Gaylene Salomons NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2023

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Umansky: It’s my third. All three were businessrelated. Someday I want to visit with my wife [Kyle Richards] and spend time exploring the area. And I really want to play some golf here.

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What were your first impressions of Naples?

It is absolutely beautiful. I love water and have been spending time swimming in the Gulf.

Are you planning on purchasing real estate here?

[Laughs] Not at the moment. I have too many houses.

How do you determine where you will open your offices?

Wherever I like to travel! If I don’t want to go there, you probably won’t find an office there.

But really, we follow the money. We look at markets—like Toronto and the Midwest—and find out where these people are wanting to live. For example, right now lots of Americans are buying properties in Europe, like Portugal and Spain. Lisbon is our next location [opened in mid-February] and Mallorca soon after. We recently opened offices in Nashville and Palm Beach.

Your firm exhibits a youthful, edgy, California vibe—one that pushes the envelope. The No. 1 rule espouses “No Assholes!,” and rule No. 9 says: “Dare to Dream: We seek out like-minded rebels, who embrace our core standards of

integrity, collaboration, and creativity.”

Exactly. Our goal has always been to modernize the real estate experience through innovation.

How do you do this?

Real estate marketing and advertising were and are often boring. We wanted a more experiential approach. We host lots of events and open houses, bringing clients and businesses together. We curate a lifestyle, using lots of storytelling, video, and digital marketing—acting more like a media company. Clients get to imagine how they would live in a home.

What do you like to do in your downtime?

When I’m not hanging out with my girls [Umansky was excited about getting back to a family cookout], I like adventure travel—from heli-skiing in the Rocky Mountains to hiking the Hunter Creek Loop in Aspen.

How many pairs of red shoes do you own?

At least four.

And with that last answer, Umansky was off to shake more hands at Cars on 5th. —G.S.

BENEFACTORS

A Winning Donation The University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota, received a game-changing donation of $75 million from Lee and Penny Anderson, residents of Naples since 1993. The donation is for a multiuse, on-campus arena for Division I men’s and women’s hockey and basketball programs—bringing hockey onto campus for the first time at the university. Aside from games, the Lee and Penny Anderson Arena, with a target opening of fall 2025, will host commencement ceremonies, academic convocations, career fairs, and other events.

The Andersons are very familiar with Minnesota’s largest private university, although neither attended. “We have lots of friends who attended, and I was a trustee for 12 years,” says Lee. Their daughter, Katharine Anderson Groethe, is now a trustee; two of her children are currently students at St. Thomas, and one is a St. Thomas alum. “It’s hard to meet 10 people from Minnesota and not find someone who attended St. Thomas,” adds Lee. The Andersons are the university’s largest donors, playing a major role in St. Thomas’s evolution from a small, liberal arts college to a national, Catholic university. In 2007, the couple gifted $60 million for the construction of the Anderson Student Center, Anderson Athletic and Recreation Complex, and Anderson Park52

ing Facility. Their latest donation is the ninth-largest known gift to college athletics nationally.

The mission-driven university is 138 years old and is committed to developing graduates who are leaders of high moral character who believe strongly in serving the common good. “These are the kinds of leaders the world needs now more than ever,” Lee declares. (stthomas.edu) –G.S.

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The First Tee – Naples/Collier chapter was founded by current Executive Director Cindy Darland with the support of co-founding sponsors Arthrex and Collier EnterFirst Tee is an initiative of the prises in 2007. At the time, 30 youths participated in afterWorld Golf Foundation. school mentoring programs; by 2011, there were 1,000 youths participating. First Tee is an initiative of the World Golf Foundation for the purpose of teaching the values inherent in the game of golf to children, especially to those who wouldn’t otherwise be exposed to the game and its positive values.

Since 2019, the local First Tee board began searching for a permanent place to call home—a place where kids could connect with their peers and mentors in a safe and fun learning environment. The organization had been meeting at various private golf clubs, but limitations restricted program growth and impact.

In 2021, Collier County Commissioners invited First Tee to join a newly planned public golf community that will include a BigShots Golf entertainment facility, as well as a 12-hole Nicklaus Design golf course. The board signed a long-term lease and plans began for a First Tee learning center. MHK Architecture & Planning donated architectural design services, and the board is busy planning fundraising events to get this muchneeded resource open. To date, they have raised $3.5 million and anticipate breaking ground on the center this year. (firstteenaplescollier.org) –G.S.

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Sher Canada is driven to succeed— especially in the retail realm. After a successful career as an executive with Chico’s FAS Inc., Canada established the Sher Canada Corp., providing consulting and marketing services for fashion-related businesses. In 2017, she opened She Can Love, a chic women’s boutique offering stylish golf, tennis, active, and casual wear, in the Neapolitan Way Shopping Center.

As she successfully grew the business, she realized she wanted to give back to the community. She Can Give Love, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation, now exists for that purpose.

For her first fundraising event, Canada teamed up with Samantha Ardenfriend, a local Naples tennis coach and cardio tennis instructor. On a recent Friday evening, participants gathered to shop, sip, and engage in the sport of triples tennis at the Naples Grande tennis courts.

The event—called the Triples Experience—once publicized, sold out in just two days. In only 45 minutes, the on-site pop-up shop raised more than $400 for Path2Freedom, an organization committed to serving the needs of child victims of sex trafficking. After hearing horrific stories from victims of sex trafficking, Canada knew she found a place where she could help make a difference. She now makes regular donations of new clothing to the local nonprofit. Survivors are invited to burn the clothing they wore in their past lives and choose new items of clothing for their rebirth into a safe and secure environment.

Canada and Ardenfriend will continue to partner to raise awareness and donations that benefit victims of sex trafficking through triples tennis. (shecanlove.com) —G.S.

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VIVA MAGENTA! PANTONE, THE GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED COLOR SYSTEM, CHOSE MAGENTA—A STRONG AND VIBRANT REDDISH-PURPLE—AS THE COLOR OF THE YEAR; HERE ARE SOME WAYS TO ADD IT TO YOUR DAYS

BY GAYLENE SALOMONS

EXPRESS YOURSELF “I have enough jewelry,” said no one ever; add these colorful accessories to your collection: ruby mixed fancy stone earrings ($2,500), crystal ring ($450), and an amethyst-colored pendant ($3,500). N.color Salon, Naples (ncolorsalon.com)

SWATCH ME Create a feature wall in your home with bold and beautiful colors like Framboise and Dynamo (price based upon paint grade and quantity). Sherwin-Williams locations, Naples (sherwin-williams.com)

GENIE IN A BOTTLE Modern in function and style, Joe Cariati glassware is available in a variety of colors and shapes, including this ultraviolet decanter ($1,200). Clive Daniel Home, Naples (clivedaniel.com)

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BOUGHS OF BOUGAINVILLEA As a shrub, a tree, or trained on a trellis, this fast-growing plant (25-gallon dwarf tree, $500) blooms on and off all year in brilliant color. Driftwood Garden Center, Naples (driftwoodgardencenter.com)

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VA VA VOOM The Porsche 718 Boxster Style Edition (price upon request), with a top track speed of 170 mph, is available this year in a vibrant bespoke finish called Ruby Star Neo. Porsche Naples (porschenaples.com)

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COURTESY OF SWEET ART GALLERY

SWEET ART Vivid colors abound in these original contemporary paintings: Beaming in Space by Mary Ann Flynn-Fouse (below, $4,800) and Sun Bathing by Holly Manneck (at right, $12,000). Sweet Art Gallery, Naples (thesweetartgallery.com)

HAVE A BOWL Call it breakfast or lunch, this delicious concoction—the AB&J bowl (small, $11)—is full of goodness, including acai, banana, blueberries, granola, and hemp hearts. The Bowl, Naples (the-bowl.com)

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FOR THE GRANDKIDS Put a smile on their faces when you pop in for a visit to deliver these fun items: Toysmith fuchsia slime for ages 5 and up ($7); Sour Strips lemonberry flavored candy ($4); and plush cherries ($38) by Jellycat. Pop Toy, Naples (poptoyco.com)

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THE LOOK

LIFE’S A PICNIC CASUAL ELEGANCE HITS A NEW HIGH WITH ELEVATED RESORT CLASSICS

ALL THAT GLITTERS Crystal-embellished satin platform sandals ($2,150), Prada, prada.com

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FRINGE BENEFITS Heritage Vibes tote bag ($850), Johanna Ortiz, johannaortiz.com

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI SPRING/ SUMMER 2023 A trompe l’oeil woven print bridges the gap between effortless and ornate.

EAST TO WEST Hammered Gold FiftySeventh Street earrings ($31,300), David Webb, Marissa Collections, Naples, marissacollections.com

X STYLE NOTES SKY HIGH: Update your day look with platform sandals.

BASKET CASE: Rattan caning inspires new prints.

NEUTRAL ZONE: Opt for organic materials and color combos.

DUAL PERSONALITY Le Bambino long leather and rattan bag ($1,625), Jacquemus, modaoperandi.com

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When did you first discover your passion for jewelry?

I think [when] I was 4 years old. I had this curiosity and passion for stones and jewelry.

I remember playing in my grandparents’ stores with all the jewelry and completely disregarding my toys.

How has your family history influenced your company and designs?

The jewelry world is a part of my personality, it is in my genes.

My family started in the jewelry business more than 90 years ago. Every day, every moment, every event sparks ideas in my mind of how I could create a new design.

What inspires you when designing a new collection?

I define myself as a very creative person. Nature inspires me, but I feel the most creative in my trips around the world. I’m Patricia Robalino finds creative inspiration in nature and during her trips around the world.

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always looking for precious and semiprecious stones where I can apply all my knowledge and creativity to maximize the beauty of the stones.

Any style tips for how to best mix, match, and layer different jewelry pieces?

The most important style tip to wearing jewelry is that it [should] make you feel gorgeous and when you put it on you get this feeling of excitement that this piece suits your personality. I say do what makes you feel elegant, stylish, and comfortable.

Make the jewelry your fashion statement of who you are.

What’s one piece of jewelry every woman should own?

Every woman should own a nice pair of mother-of-pearl and diamond earrings. They are like a black dress—timeless and always classic.

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Michael Santoro and Paola Ayala A SLEEK NAPLES CONDO BESTOWS THERAPEUTIC VIEWS

BY GAYLENE SALOMONS | PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICK SHIRGHIO

Every design choice in this fully renovated condo on Gulf Shore Boulevard is based on the view—that of the Gulf of Mexico. By day, it’s all blue sky, sunlight, and aquamarine waters. With the setting sun, myriad orange hues filter through before a curtain of navy sweeps across the stage.

The Lucerne, located on the bayside in the Moorings neighborhood, is a six-story building of 24 residences that was completed in 1984. The developer of the project also constructed twin nine-story condominium buildings—the Lausanne—across the street and was able to strategically place the Lu-

cerne between the two gulf side towers. For Michael Santoro and Paola Ayala, who purchased a fifth-floor condo in 2017 in the Lucerne, this meant they could enjoy access to a boat dock, at least one bay view—from the primary bedroom—and full gulf views from all other windows.

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Michael Santoro and Paola Ayala’s modern design updates to their condo in the Lucerne enhance the unit’s living space and highlight the showstopping Gulf of Mexico views.

After four years of living with popcorn ceilings, five different types of flooring in a mere 1,800-square-foot floor plan, and a small pass-through opening in a kitchen lined with dark cabinets and a low tray ceiling, the couple decided it was time for an update. They chose London Bay Homes as the general contractor for the remodel.

Santoro owns and operates five restaurants on Martha’s Vineyard, so the couple splits their time between there and Naples. They own a charming older home on the Massachusetts island but it has no view. Ayala tends to spend more time in Naples, enjoying the warmer temperatures and the opportunity for daily tennis matches.

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space (the couple was adamant they each have their own).

Not trained in interior design or architecture, Ayala, who has a marketing degree, says: “I don’t know how I see it—I just do.”

She also claims the favorite part of any remodel project for her is the demolition: “I love tearing things down.” (The second closet space was found when Ayala asked about knocking down a wall in the spare bedroom.)

When you push open the door to the refurbished space, your eye is immediately drawn to the expansive gulf view. Neutral colors dominate the space, with white tile floors throughout, floor-to-ceiling shiny gray acrylic kitchen cabinetry, and soothing blue gray walls; a thick chunk of white calcite tops the central island. Wall art and accessories add colorful accents.

Gone is the unnecessary wall separating the kitchen from the great room. Now, when friends visit, they often ask if the square footage was increased. Tearing out the wall in the kitchen “had a dramatic effect,” Ayala notes. A small office space behind the kitchen is big enough for the couple’s Peloton cycle; floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space with light. Both the primary and guest bedrooms feature small, rounded balconies (an exterior element repeated in all three of the towers) from which to step out and stare at the view.

For Santoro, who frequently travels on the last flight from Boston for a few days of respite in Naples, the water view is especially therapeutic. Upon arrival he finds a seat— inside or outside—and soaks it in. “I can see the stress visibly leaving his body,” comments Ayala. «

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With their son and daughter grown and a desire to have their primary residence in a warm climate, it was time to go home shopping. “We looked all over Florida and weren’t in a hurry. It was more important to get it done right,” explain the active health care entrepreneur and his wife, who retired from research and development in the pharmaceutical industry. Ultimately, the couple chose Naples because, according to them, they “loved the sense of community here, the people, and it seems a little less fast-paced.”

Although they were successful finding an existing residence that checked most of their boxes for a home, it sold before they acted.

Nonplussed, they reached out to the home’s designer, Troy Beasley,

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From inset: A professional chef designed the kitchen’s versatile galley sink; the living room reflects the home’s warm color palette.

principal designer at Beasley & Henley Interior Design, who was designing a five-bedroom home from the ground up in Estuary at Grey Oaks. Completing the impressive design were John Cooney from Stofft Cooney Architects, Lutgert Construction, and Bruce Howard & Associates, landscape architects.

Overlooking a parklike setting that can never be built on, the custom 7,763-square-foot residence backs up to a golfing green. The site provides Beasley’s clients with the privacy they relished and frames the modern masterpiece with abundant natural verdant beauty. “The home is styled as a Naples modern with coastal flair and a touch of genius,” notes Beasley.

Imbued with a barefoot elegance, the dwelling is arrayed in warm hues: tans, soft grays, charcoals, creamy whites, and various tones of blue with hints of paprika, golden wheat, and aqua. For fun, the designer threw in a dash of hot pink.

“The color palette impacts the design by creating a calming setting for the owners to break from the stressful day. It calms and relaxes and then stimulates as needed,” says the designer.

Throughout the home, shapes make an appearance—from diamonds and squares in the rugs to conjoined triangles and 72

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small circles in the tile; natural looking striations in the wallpaper and various pieces of furniture add organic accents.

“Everyone goes into the kitchen; it is the heart of the home,” notes Beasley. “My overall intent was to make it warm and cozy and functional.”

Because one homeowner likes to cook and frequently prepares Italian dishes, such as Bolognese sauce, the kitchen is a workhorse, although remaining in sync with the home’s overall style. For easy cleanup, large slabs of clear glass create a unique backsplash. Hidden lighting accents surrounding details, and the galley sink—designed by a professional chef—sports a built-in bowl and a cutting board that slides along the top.

Shining like a jewel at night, the glass and ebonized steel wine room has an almost magical appearance deriving from the carefully placed up-lighting in the wide-plank, European white oak flooring. A humidor drawer is contained within the room, housing cigars.

Designed to be both romantic and restful, the sumptuous

primary bedroom suite features creamy Venetian plaster ceilings, a custom velvet-tufted upholstered king bed, delicate floral curtains, and a charming overhead chandelier. The oversize closet, crafted of a warm yet rich wood, is divided by a shoe peninsula, with separated his-andher sides.

“I like placing clothes behind doors, so it keeps dust off; tube lighting built into the hanger rods light up all the clothes,” explains Beasley.

A highlight in this home filled with stellar standouts is the polished charcoal concrete tub—hoisted in place by a crane— in the primary bath. This sits comfortably in front of a slab of veined marble.

Next door to the primary bedroom and bath on the main level

Clockwise from top left: Dining room; glass and ebonized steel wine room; polished charcoal concrete tub in primary bathroom; primary bedroom suite with velvettufted upholstered king bed.

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is a full-scale home gym displaying a selection of large black-andwhite framed photography of summer-related sports on white walls; a mottled dark charcoal floor hosts an array of fitness equipment.

The masculine study features a white oak executive desk stained a dark brown; flanking the desk on each side are custom cobalt blue Concetto stone waterfalls. Here again, grays and blues are combined successfully with browns and creams.

The final product is an exquisite home that lives easily. “I asked the clients to go away for the week during the final installation of furniture and accessories. They were blown away at the reveal,” remarks Beasley. “I love the home. I could easily live there.” «

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Clockwise from top left: The custom 7,763-squarefoot residence backs up to a golfing green; the masculine executive study; the fully equipped home gym.

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BEAUTY Sleep AN EXPERT CLASS IN HOW TO AWAKEN FATIGUED BEDDING

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hile bedding is the simplest way to transform a bedroom’s vibe, many of us are guilty of keeping sheets, comforters, and shams well past their style prime.

To help motivate a refresh, Beverly Visco, bedding specialist for Naplesbased Gattle’s, shares insight into what’s trending and defining luxury in the world of bedding. (gattles.com)

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Thread count may be the most touted delineator of sheet quality, but Visco advises against using it as your only guide. “Thread count is not the only thing to look at to determine the level of luxury of a sheet,” she says.

“Cotton and yarn quality as well as construction are equally important.”

Because thread count is, by definition, the number of threads per square inch, the material is vital. For example, 1,000 pieces of hay woven into the same square would be rough and scratchy, whereas 1,000 pieces of the world’s finest cotton woven into a square would be soft and light.

“Cotton sheets in both percale and sateen are very popular,” Visco adds.

“Percale is smooth and cool with a matte finish and sateen is silky, soft, and luxurious.”

The terms “sateen” and “percale” refer to the weave rather than the material. Sateen sheets are made using a weave pattern of one yarn under, three or four yarns over. The resultant sheets have a heavier feel—which can seem cozy and luxurious—and are also wrinkle-resistant. Percale sheets use a one-over-one-under weave to generate a crisp, smooth feel that is highly breathable.

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like eucalyptus, teal, and slate blue,” Visco notes. “Duvet covers with down inserts look very pretty either rolled or folded at the end of a bed. In colder climates, you would use just the duvet without a coverlet.”

“I love Sferra, Dea, and Home Treasures because they have incredible selections of bedding and coverlets combined with endless specialorder possibilities.”

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“Ann Gish makes beautiful coordinating sets in different colors and patterns. It’s a great way to add excitement to largely solid bedding.”

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“On a king bed, use three Euro shams or two king shams to match your coverlet,” says Visco. “Next, place two

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MARINE BIOLOGY Handmade in California, Annieglass Ultramarine glass dinner plates ($63 each) capture the ethereal beauty of water. Jett Thompson Home, Naples (jettthompson.com)

SEE AND BE SEEN Peruse photography from above and below the water in Lewis Blackwell’s The Life & Love of the Sea ($55). Barnes & Noble, Naples, Estero (barnesandnoble.com)

SOOTHE THE SOUL Designer Minka McDonald of Jinx McDonald Interior Designs orchestrated a water-inspired space to echo the outdoors. “I was inspired to create this serene and graceful interior for my client’s new waterfront home by the peaceful waterways on the property,” McDonald says. “The Calcite Azul fireplace wall stands out beautifully against the crisp white built-ins that pop with blue blown-glass art pieces. The luxurious drapery treatment ripples and falls all the way down from the second floor, tying in the coastal elements and colors of both the sky and the sea.” Naples (jinxmcdonald.com)

WAVE HELLO Available in 11 finishes, the Hubbardton Forge Crossing Waves pendant ($3,100) boasts ribbons of hand-forged steel illuminated from above. Lighting First, Naples, Bonita Springs (lightingfirst.us)

BAHAMA BREEZE Infuse any space with the aroma of ocean mist, sea salt, white tea, and coconut with this 90-day reed diffuser ($60) by Nest Fragrances.

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INCORPORATING HUES IN YOUR HOME

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Jen Davison, interior designer for Collins DuPont Design Group, created a custom color palette for a client’s vacation home in Fiddler’s Creek that showcased accents of aquamarine and coral.

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“I love color,” announces Jen Davison, interior designer for Collins DuPont Design Group. She explains that clients are often scared of color, preferring neutrals—especially in their homes. “Most people want a lack of color—requesting whites, creams, and beiges; there is something safe about neutrals, there is also a longevity,” says Davison.

Color is not for everyone. Davison recounts how clients from Chicago wanted their home in Naples to be calm and serene; the chaos of living in a big city and busy careers were enough stimulation in their lives.

Perhaps it’s her painting background, but Davison is not afraid to incorporate color in her designs. She has her favorites—admitting an affinity for blue. “There are so many different shades,” she says. Her least favorite is “probably yellow.” She admits that trendy

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colors get boring over time and was ecstatic when a client once requested emerald green.

Davison shared photos of a client’s more than 4,000-square-foot vacation home in the Naples subdivision of Fiddler’s Creek, where two favorite colors were chosen to spice up the home. From the get-go the client was very clear about the color scheme.

“She hates indigo and dark blues but loves aquamarine,” explains Davison. “Her two preteen daughters love coral,” she recounts, “a tropical and feminine color.”

Davison incorporated the complementary colors in her design, repeating their presence in various rooms of the home. “It’s easy to find a unique palette of colors for everyone—we are not limited to rinse and repeat options.” (collins-dupont.com)

DAVISON SUGGESTS INCORPORATING IT THROUGH ACCESSORIES. “ADD IT IN SMALL DOSES; COLOR COMBOS ARE GOOD,” SHE EXPLAINS. PLUS, AS SHE EXPOUNDS, “IT WILL BE EASIER TO REMODEL AND RENOVATE WHEN IT COMES TIME FOR A CHANGE.”

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f you’ve explored the ruins of Pompeii, Petra, the Acropolis, Giza, Tikal, or Machu Picchu and feel like you’ve seen the best archaeology has to offer, think again. Like a fictional “Choose Your Own Adventure” book, Cambodia’s ancient city of Angkor plays out one thrilling chapter after another as you navigate across 154 square miles of skyscraping jungle in search of hundreds of Hindu and Buddhist monuments. Unlike Angkor’s veneered peers, a web of dense undergrowth still envelops and buries much of the city, leading to got-to-see-it-tobelieve-it stone-hewn temples constructed between the ninth and fifteenth centuries, now capped by mammoth tree roots and plant-clad walls waiting to be unearthed.

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Scenes from Anantara Angkor Resort, clockwise from top left: The resort’s saltwater pool; proximity to the ancient city of Angkor; the resort’s serene lobby; a private tuk-tuk sightseeing adventure; the luxurious Sothea Suite.

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mining of land mines around Angkor and the proximate town of Siem Reap, and a grand return to travel, the world’s largest pre-industrial city is currently having a moment as a top bucket-list destination. Angkor Wat, the iconic spired temple complex that stands as the foremost example of Khmer architecture, is the initial anchor for any visit. The edifices—strewn with religious allegories and visual narratives—wow and enchant, revealing their most photogenic sides during sunrise and sunset hours (from the east and west entrances, respectively) and anytime from above (helicopters and hot-air balloons offer spectacular bird’s-eye views). But this sacred expanse is just the beginning of greater exploration through culture, religion, architecture, and history over hundreds of years. All that’s required is a strong sense of adventure, a tuk-tuk (an electric, threewheeled carriage), and a daring driver.

One potential starting point is visiting the Khmer Empire, first with Angkor Wat and then scaling the rocky remains of the Buddhist monument Bayon, marveling at the deities carved into its 54 pillars. Examine the inscribed inner and outer walls depicting daily life and the colorful history of the kingdom.

Next, strike a pose for the ultimate Cambodia Insta-shot, shadowed by the overgrown tree roots strangling the ruins of Ta Prohm temple. Immortalized in the 2001 hit film Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, stunning Ta Prohm evokes the inner archaeologist in all of us. But for some alone time within

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Song Saa private island resort sits just 15 miles south of Cambodia’s mainland.

From top: Overgrown tree roots among the ruins at Ta Prohm temple create the ultimate Cambodia Insta-shot; Khmer healing traditions offered at the signature Anantara spa provide respite from Siem Reap’s myriad active pursuits.

Angkor, ask your tuk-tuk driver to show you the less frequented sites too. One such highlight is the tenthcentury Banteay Srei temple (also known as “Citadel of the Women”), constructed principally of red sandstone and dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.

With a strong emphasis on active pursuits, a luxe hotel is an idyllic base for recharging in style and resting your feet (even massaging them). Enter Anantara Angkor Resort Siem Reap (anantara.com), which provides just the right amount of frills for unapologetic relaxation between adrenaline-inducing excitement. Fashioned after a grand Khmer villa, the 39-key boutique hotel centers on a serene courtyard and a saltwater pool. Most treatments at the signature Anantara spa are rooted in local customs and the healing power of the lotus. One not to miss is the traditional Khmer massage (think: a smoother iteration of an oil-free Thai stretching massage) followed by a lotus-filled bath.

The property also promises more in-depth discoveries of Cambodia, including bicycle tours through the countryside and cooking classes with a resident chef,

It’s not just inland, ruin-dotted Cambodia that entices. The world’s most heavenly accommodation—the overwater bungalow—maintains a secret address off coastal Cambodia, and only the lucky few have experienced it.

In the Koh Rong archipelago, a duo of islands some 15 miles south of the mainland known as Song Saa private island resort (songsaa-privateisland.com) mingles Bora Bora design, Cambodian sensibility, and a holistic conservation mantra. The resort’s 24 thatched-roof villas—nestled overwater, on the beach, or in the jungle—are exquisite expressions of upcycled eco-chic, inclusive of artwork re-created from discarded oil drums and fishing boat hulls, tables and chairs crafted from driftwood and tree trunks, and double-story, hand-carved wooden doors. More overt pops of glamour also exist: mini bars fashioned after Louis Vuitton trunks, glass-bottom floors (in floating units), and seductive outdoor shower areas among them.

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in the sand or cozy in your private swimming pool, overlooking the cerulean waters and lush terrain. Request a packed lunch—with bubbles—and head out by kayak in search of a deserted cove for a romantic afternoon. Hike the nature trails of Koh Bong island (connected to Song Saa by footbridge), keeping the zoom lens close in the event resident oriental pied hornbills appear. Or, dive one of six surrounding sites to encounter rainbows of tropical fish aplenty (note that peak clarity occurs from April to May and October to November).

Also consider diving into Song Saa’s development projects, which home in on the humanitarian side of conservation. On Koh Rong proper, experience daily life in the coastal Cambodian village of Prek Svay by visiting a school, touring one of several community efforts supported by the Song Saa Foundation (the waste management project is a popular one), or just hanging with the locals for a day of cross-cultural fun.

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beginning with a trip to the local market and then preparing classic recipes in the hotel’s cooking studio. Anantara Angkor Resort also happens to be a seven-minute drive from the city’s night market, where the pulse of modern-day Cambodia is palpable. Here, you’ll gorge on cheap but delicious street eats, make new random friends, bargain for souvenirs, and squirm during a painfully pleasurable fish pedicure (yes, the one where the fish eat your dead skin, leaving your feet shining like mother-of-pearl).

A few days into your Cambodia exploration, while revisiting Angkor Wat at sunset, seeking out quieter nooks of the ancient city, or even passing stalls at the night market, you’ll subconsciously start looking for secret passageways, hidden doors, snake-guarded treasure chests, and small clues to understanding the enigmas of Angkor. You’ll expect Indiana Jones or Lara Croft to pop around the corner and lead you into your next chapter. It is then—when reality and make-believe blur—that you’ve experienced the magic of Angkor. «

From top left: Angkor Wat at sunset promises one of Cambodia’s most iconic views; Anantara’s chefled Cambodian cooking class.

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In western North Carolina’s beautiful share of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Jackson County is home to myriad plunging waterfalls, dramatic ravines, the highest vertical cliffs in the eastern United States, and one of the oldest mountains on the planet, Whiteside Mountain. The county’s Panthertown Valley has even been referred to as the “Yosemite of the East.” Though summer is a popular time to visit, these great outdoors can be appreciated in any season. Even better? The destination isn’t just for humans. Thanks to several pet-friendly towns—none more charming than luxury-tinged Cashiers—dogs can revel in the natural splendor too. Here’s how. (discoverjacksonnc.com)

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Hikes with Fido headline the daily agenda in Cashiers. Download the AllTrails app (alltrails. com) for rewarding options at all fitness levels, but don’t skip the short-but-steep, 2.5-mile Whiteside Mountain trail for wow-factor vistas of forest-cloaked peaks and valleys from nearly 5,000 feet high. Do go chas-

ing waterfalls, beginning with the thrilling 1.4-mile climb to High Falls in Lake Glenville’s Pines Recreation Area. Cool off in the fall’s emerald, boulderstrewn plunge pools and later visit the dog-friendly swimming beach along the lake itself. Back in town, explore by foot via the Cashiers Greenway Ramble, a network of scenic trails, sidewalks, and pedestrian-friendly roads that zigzag through town.

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STAY Take in Cashiers’ outdoor pursuits from your base at Hotel Cashiers (hotelcashiers.com), a classic motel revamped as a retro-chic inn, where pets are welcome for an additional $30-per-night fee. The unpretentious yet stylish 18-room property sits on a panoramic Blue Ridge hilltop, surrounded by 2,000 square feet of green space, inclusive of

a garden and a DIY firepit (find stacks of wood and firestarting materials on-site but bring your own booze and s’mores kits). Located at the base of the hill, the reception area houses a fabulous Wine and Provisions Shop, fully stocked with fine wines and chilled Champagnes at prices competitive with local supermarkets, as well as The Wine Bar, which serves craft beer and curated wines by the glass.

The whole family and your pets can stay at Hotel Cashiers, where Blue Ridge foliage gives way to a garden and firepit.

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DON’T MISS At Crossroads Custard & Coldbrew (crossroadscustard.com), dogs are invited to try owner Jill Katz’s famous “pup cone,” a creamy soft-serve delight with Milk-Bone biscuit topping, while human companions enjoy rich soft-serve custard in 24 flavors, from amaretto to maplenut. Crossroads is also an idyllic place for your morning caffeine fix, whether that’s a homemade nitro cold brew to go or a frothy iced latte in a mason jar sipped on the front terrace.

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Below Hotel Cashiers, Slab Town Pizza (slabtownpizza. com) is an adorable, familyowned and -operated pizza joint featuring a lengthy menu of soups, salads, calzones, and hand-tossed pizzas, all of which can be consumed alfresco on the pet-friendly lawn. The Ugly Dog Public House (theuglydog pub.com) attracts the lion’s share of dog-loving locals thanks to prolific outdoor seating, the prospect of live music, and the promise of all-American comfort food and a rotating selection of regional craft beers.

Further explore Cashiers’ brewery scene at Whiteside Brewing Company (whitesidebrewing. com), equally popular for its lagers as its wine slushies.

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THE BIGGER-BODIED 2023 RANGE ROVER SPORT COMBINES THRILLING PERFORMANCE WITH IMPRESSIVE REFINEMENT

BY HOWARD WALKER

My, my, how you’ve grown, Mr. Range Rover Sport. Once the rambunctious kid brother, you’re now the full-fat, top-shelf Range Rover.

The 2023 Sport has bulked up and is ready to arm wrestle any Porsche SUV that gets in its way. So much so that those of us who love to drive with gusto might take a quick spin in this new Sport and dismiss its fancy-pants Range Rover sibling as a little too “smoking jacket and slippers.”

Gaze at this third-gen Sport (the original was introduced in 2004) and it’s clear that the once-delicate lines have been jettisoned. This thing is huge, with doors that could have come off a New England barn and 23-inch wheels that wouldn’t look out of place on a Peterbilt.

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It’s only natural that the range-topping Sport First Edition model would hit the visual-drama quota. Here, that bluff front end boasts slightly menacing honeycomb intakes and vents, skinny LED lights, and blacked-out lettering. There are even more theatrics at the rear, with a fullwidth light bar, a quartet of storm drain–sized exhaust tips, and an imposing roof spoiler.

And every new Sport should come out of the factory painted in our test car’s shade of metallic red called Firenze. Fiery lava spewing from Mount Etna doesn’t glow this red.

While the 2023 Sport lineup features mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid models, this First Edition is only offered with a V8. Here, under a hood roughly the size of Kansas, sits a BMWsourced twin-turbocharged 4.4-liter that can rustle up a locomotive-like 523 hp and propel you from standstill to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds.

Top speed is an Autobahn-blasting 155 mph, which is mighty impressive for a bruiser that tips the scales at nearly 5,500 pounds.

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than ever before. In addition to its adaptive air suspension, it’s offered for the first time with rear-wheel steering to heighten agility.

But the biggest surprise is just how smoothly the Sport rides. Even with those huge tires, it hoovers up lumps, bumps, potholes, and ridges. Add to this steering that’s pinpoint precise and beautifully weighted, brakes that stop time, and an 8-speed automatic transmission that’s almost telepathic in shifting, and you’ve got one great-driving performance SUV. The surprises keep coming in the form of the cabin’s minimalist design. Instead of a multitude of buttons, there’s a gorgeous 13.1-inch curved-glass touchscreen. On the center console, just two rotary knobs take care of everything to do with heating and cooling.

For audiophiles, the optional Meridian 3D Signature Sound System is beyond mindblowing. It’s like being in a rolling Carnegie Hall, with no fewer than 29 speakers (including integrated headrest units) plus an astonishing 1,430 watts of power.

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Land Rover decided not to offer third-row seating for this new Sport, but there’s no shortage of kneeroom in the back seat, while the rear load area is simply cavernous.

This new Sport costs roughly $20,000 less than an equivalent Range Rover. That means around $83,000 for the base SE, $90,000 for the Dynamic SE, and $104,000 for the plug-in Au-

tobiography. Our First Edition, which will only be available for one year, starts at $121,500, or more than $132,000 very nicely loaded. Want even more Sport? The overcaffeinated SVR model is waiting in the wings, along with an all-electric Sport that’s due in 2024.

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VICEM YACHTS’ NEW 55 CLASSIC FLYBRIDGE CRUISER EXUDES OLD-WORLD CHARM

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In the words of Confucius the Navigator, the seafaring brother of that wise and worldly Chinese philosopher: “Life’s too short to own an ugly boat.”

Stroll the docks at any boat show these days, and you’ll spy a multitude of floating Clorox bottles with more glass than fiberglass, acres of sun pads, and top-heavy designs guaranteed to have the crew coming down with mal de mer at the first sign of a chop. Which is why the sight of the newest offering from Turkey’s Vicem Yachts, the Vicem 55 Classic Flybridge, at the 2022 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show

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This thing is beyond gorgeous. It has a classic Down East design with cues from Maine’s iconic lobster boats, arguably the most famous being Captain Quint’s salty Orca from the movie Jaws. Only in this case, you won’t need a bigger boat; this oh-so-elegant 55-footer comes with an air-conditioned pilothouse/saloon, two sleeping cabins, and a flybridge big enough to host a Super Bowl party.

While Vicem is best known for the quirky cold-molded wooden construction seen across its Classic range of 46- to 82-foot cruisers, this new 55 Flybridge is the first to be built from easier-to-maintain fiberglass. Just think of the money to be saved in termite protection alone.

And speaking of the flybridge, on a sunny day you might never want to leave. In addition to the helm and its diamond-quilted seat for two, there’s a huge L-shaped sofa to port opposite a well-stocked outdoor kitchen. Take the teak steps down to the aft deck, and there’s even more entertaining and lounging space, complete with another sofa for six and a moveable mahogany pedestal table. Drag that cockpit table into the saloon for an instant dining area, or pull out a section of the portside sofa and presto, you have a double bed for guests.

The saloon is customizable, so you can trade the sofa on the right side for a full galley. The 55 on display at the Lauderdale show featured a galley that was four steps down in the bowels of the lower level. While not always a chef’s favorite location—it keeps you away from the action up top—it does make the saloon feel much bigger.

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POWER FILE PRICE: FROM $1.5 MILLION LENGTH: 55 FEET, 3 INCHES BEAM: 14 FEET, 5 INCHES POWER: 2 X VOLVO IPS 700 TOP SPEED: 26 KNOTS WHY WE LOVE IT: BECAUSE THIS VESSEL MERGES DOWN EAST STYLE WITH TRUE QUALITY AND CRAFTSMANSHIP.

Up in the bow is the spacious master cabin with its roomy heads and big shower cubicle. Opposite the galley is the midships guest cabin that, in this case, came with a double bed instead of twin bunks.

What’s truly remarkable about the entire boat is the level of love and attention that goes into the woodwork. The matching of veneers, the gorgeous and at times complex cabinetry, the sheer depth of the varnish work is all just spectacular.

A pair of Volvo Penta 6-cylinder D8 IPS 700 turbo diesels pack 650 hp a piece and drive through pods with IPS-style forward-pointing props. Flat out you’ll see around 26 knots, with a 20-knot cruise speed.

The 528-gallon tank should get you to the Bahamas and back.

Because this new 55 Flybridge is closely based on Vicem’s popular 55 Classic Sedan, the semi-displacement hull’s seakeeping abilities are already proven. But for good measure, it comes with Humphree stabilizers to calm any rock and roll. When the time comes to ease into that marina slip, there’s the belt-and-suspenders peace of mind of having both bow and stern thrusters. Docking will be a breeze.

In addition to the numerous advantages of having a boat built in Turkey—craftsmanship and expertise topping the list—there’s the nontrivial issue of price. Build prices tend to be cheaper here, which puts the base sticker of this new 55 Flybridge at around $1.5 million, or $1.9 million nicely loaded. That’s a relative deal. «

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Her story begins in March 1957.

A beautiful, blue-eyed baby girl was born to parents who, as young adults, emigrated from rural Ukraine to the multicultural city of Toronto in pursuit of a better life. For the first five years of her life, Hanya Kizemchuk spoke only Ukrainian. She eventually learned English in kindergarten, attending “Ukrainian school by night,” she recalls, where she studied the geography of the country, as well as the culture, language, and customs.

Her parents, who had only grade school educations, shared a strong work ethic. “We always had a clean home and great food,” she says—a theme she recognizes has carried throughout her life. A fulltime butcher, her father was adept at fixing things in his spare time.

Together, her parents built a thriving real estate business, expecting their children (Kizemchuk and her older brother) to help. One year, Kizemchuk was gifted a typewriter. “I soon found myself having to type up leases for their rental properties,” she chuckles.

Kizemchuk describes her home as strict—and getting an education was a “big deal,” she says. “I was encouraged to go and do anything I wanted,” but there was one caveat: “I needed a degree first.” In 1978, Kizemchuk graduated from York University, a public university in Toronto, earning a general Bachelor of Arts degree.

Within days of completing her mandatory post-secondary education, Kizemchuk purchased a one-way ticket to Milan, Italy. She was going to be a model. “My parents didn’t even ask me if I had a ticket to come home,” she says. Aside from a few belongings, she carried a list of addresses of top modeling agencies in Milan.

A MODEL LIFE As a young girl, Kizemchuk was captivated by the fashion world, devouring glossy magazines, tearing out images she fell in love with, and decorating her room with those pages. Although blessed with a tall and lanky frame and in possession of the inherent features of a high-fashion model, Kizemchuk never modeled as a child or teen.

When Kizemchuk arrived in Milan, it was furniture week, and there were no vacant pensioni. Undaunted, Kizemchuk visited one of the agencies whose address she had jotted down; the owner invited her to stay at his home until she got settled. Within a few days, the agency helped her secure her own apartment and sent her to Aldo Coppola, an innovative Milanese hairstylist. He promptly lopped off her curtain of long blonde hair for a short and snazzy ’do.

Was she upset? “Not at all,” quips Kizemchuk. “I went with the flow.

Hair grows.”

The lithe and willowy 5-foot, 10-inch blonde immediately began working—including editorial and catalog jobs and even some television segments; she also began strutting down the runway, which quickly became her forte.

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have ample time to travel throughout Europe as well as back and forth to Canada. Many of her days were filled with “go-sees,” when models meet with potential clients, handing out comp cards (a model’s business card).

Eventually Kizemchuk settled in Hamburg, Germany, which became her base after a midnight run from Paris and the clutches of JeanLuc Brunel, a French model scout (whom she found out years later was financed by Jeffrey Epstein). “I did not have good vibes about what I saw going on,” remarks Kizemchuk.

Kizemchuk worked for Karl Lagerfeld and Jil Sander, among other designers, and did some German television work. She continued modeling in Europe until she was 28 when, she reveals, “I aged out.”

A BUSINESS PLAN Kizemchuk moved back to Toronto to put down roots, start a family, and sink her teeth into making a life. She studied for her real estate license and began selling homes in the $1 million price range; she married her husband, whom she had met in Germany, and together they started a property-flipping business.

At 38, she welcomed daughter Karina into her life. This was a powerful moment—when she realized her responsibility to clothe, feed, house, and educate her child. Kizemchuk asked herself “at what cost would I be able to do it all?” Not willing to hire a nanny and outsource childcare, she scaled back work and took Karina on jobs. She sent her daughter to the best schools in Toronto, forgoing designer clothes and handbags to pay tuition bills. She describes her daughter, now 28 and an alumna of the University of Alberta, in Edmonton, Canada, as “my everything” and “an amazing young woman.”

By 47, Kizemchuk divorced and bought her ex-husband out of their real estate business. At the time, she owned a 48-unit apartment complex, which became part of a new wave of condo co-ownership where rentals are sold off one by one. This novel business allowed Kizemchuk to relieve herself of debt. Life finally got easier for her.

Shortly thereafter she discovered Naples. “It was a very safe, pretty, clean town,” she says. “I fell in love with it. I remember people still dressed up to go out for dinner.” She started spending holidays in Naples and, in 2008, purchased a large home in Tiburón, a golf course community in North Naples, offered at a greatly reduced price.

Kizemchuk has since bought and sold more properties in Naples.

In 2019, she began plans to build a home; “the foundations were laid” she recalls. Then, COVID shut the border down between Canada and the United States.

“I had no idea when or if I would even make it back, so I sold the place.” When she realized she missed Naples, and that people were still moving to Southwest Florida, despite a worldwide pandemic, she bought a condo in downtown Naples via a FaceTime call with her real estate agent.

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ROLE MODEL Just over three years ago, Kizemchuk decided she wanted to feel the exhilaration of the runway again. Aging gracefully, she was spending her days golfing, shopping, and lunching with friends; she was also aligning herself with charities that empowered women and was active on various social media platforms, attracting a loyal group of followers. But would the fashion world embrace a mature woman?

Kizemchuk found herself nervously driving around the block of the modeling agency in Toronto before summoning the courage to walk in and ask about work. Immediately “they handed me a contract,” she exclaims.

One of her first assignments was opening fashion week in Toronto—walking the runway. Television segments about beauty and fashion quickly followed, and friends from around the world reached out to say they saw her face at the Toronto airport and other conspicuous places.

“It’s invigorating,” she says about working again as a model. “Now,” she notes, “I work more than a lot of young girls.”

“My rise in popularity seems to be based on the fact that I am showing that I remain relevant,” Kizemchuk says. Indeed, her image, complete with that short and sporty gray hair, is resonating with a female audience. Her message is one of beauty and hope: she’s a chic gal who is rocking life. “I’m giving women something to look forward to as they age,” she smiles.

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“My goal is to accept age, but still look my best. I will always fight it,” says Kizemchuk, who admits she feels good about how she looks.

Kizemchuk says she is very careful about what she takes into her body. She always was, as she was working in an industry where she needed to look great.

“I always ate home-cooked meals, not processed foods—the European way,” she says. Today, she enjoys a diet filled with fresh fruit and vegetables and focuses

on organic options.

A few months ago, Kizemchuk gave up alcohol, deciding she was “a much better Hanya without [it].”

Her explanation: “Alcohol masks pain, but it doesn’t make it go away. Pain causes anger.”

She began participating in hot yoga classes five or six days a week and loves the gym, working out with weights and on the StairMaster. Golf is a favorite pastime.

She gets regular facials and massages but avoids Botox—“it

is a poison” she says. On the topic of plastic surgery, she will only say “it is a serious topic that should not be taken lightly.” She prefers Forma, a nonsurgical skin-tightening and elasticity treatment—with no downtime—for both the face and body. She also has tried Morpheus8, a microneedling treatment that jumpstarts collagen and elastin production.

“Health is everything, and I want to be there for those I love,” declares the enduring beauty.

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Hanya Kizemchuk has enjoyed successful careers in the competitive worlds of modeling and real estate.

Now, at the age of 66, she has returned to modeling for an encore performance, providing inspiration for women around the world.

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“I am lucky to be aging,” writes Hanya Kizemchuk, in an email sent early one January morning from Toronto, Canada, where she was being photographed for an advertising campaign as the national face of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics. “To age is a gift and a blessing…we are only practicing our entire lives to better ourselves for our best lives,” she adds, saying she is embracing life as it comes in what she considers a “youth and wealth obsessed world.”

During the pandemic, Kizemchuk, forced to spend time alone, took a deep dive inside herself; she peeled back the layers to review the many choices she had made in life. At her core, she discovered one word that dominated those choices: justice.

“It drove so many,” she explains. “It still does today.” She realized that she has always been a warrior, fighting for fairness. “Humanity needs to be anchored in justice,” she adds.

Kizemchuk also identifies four core values that she credits with getting her through life: loyalty, kindness, honesty, and fairness. Her small but tight inner circle of close friends upholds the same values.

“I have always been the same person. I now understand exactly what and who I am.”

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Kizemchuk maintains her striking appearance by following a regimen that includes a diet filled with fresh fruit and vegetables, a focus on organic options, hot yoga classes, golf, and working out at the gym, especially with weights and on the StairMaster.

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EATING FOR A HEALTHY MIND AND BODY

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esearch appears to prove what Greek physician Hippocrates, known as the father of modern medicine, preached more than two centuries ago: “Let thy food be thy medicine and medicine thy food.”

A growing body of evidence reveals nutrition not only plays a critical role in keeping weight, cholesterol, blood pressure, and diabetes in check but also contributes to the quality of your mood, memory, and mental acuity.

Debate continues in the medical community about precisely what healthy eating habits should consist of, but there’s some common ground on what does not belong on your grocery list: processed, fried, and packaged foods; alcohol; candy; and baked goods.

Dr. David Perlmutter, a Naples-based neurologist and New York Times best-selling author on nutrition and lifestyle, is known for his holistic and sometimes controversial views.

“We are the global leader in obesity and Alzheimer’s disease,” he says. “We are seeing a rise in Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Lewy body dementia, not because of what we are eating today, but because of what we began eating 20 or 30 years ago,” referring to the fast foods and processed fare of which Americans are so fond.

He points to less-developed nations in which people eat fewer processed foods, are less sedentary, and have “a remarkably lower incidence of brain degeneration and obesity.” A study published in December 2022 by the Journal of the American Medical Association Neurology showed that a higher consumption of ultra-processed foods was associated with a higher rate of cognitive decline over the years.

“Fifty-eight percent of calories Americans eat each day are ultra-processed foods,” Perlmutter says. “That means they contain flavorings, sweeteners, extra salt, colorings, cosmetic additives.

More than 65 percent of food sold in grocery stores have added sweeteners.”

“We sow the seeds for brain degeneration, obesity, and high blood pressure. So much is reversible by changing the diet and exercising.”

Dr. David Perlmutter, a Naplesbased neurologist and New York Times best-selling author, is an expert on nutrition and lifestyle.

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Above: Chef Fabrizio Aielli believes in using pure ingredients—for both health and flavor— in his Naples restaurants and personal life.

Perlmutter has authored several impactful books, including titles that emphasize the effects of nutrition on the brain as well as on overall health.

Too many processed foods create a problem most people don’t even know about—the production of too much uric acid. Commonly associated with gout and kidney stones, it causes a host of other problems as well, including inflammation and insulin resistance, which can lead to diabetes.

Perlmutter believes high levels of uric acid cause “metabolic mayhem” and are at the root of Americans’ mental and physical health problems. He wrote about it in his most recent book, Drop Acid: The Surprising New Science of Uric Acid–The Key to Losing Weight, Controlling Blood Sugar, and Achieving Extraordinary Health.

Fructose—common sugar—and foods high in purines, such as shellfish, processed meats, red meats, and organ meats, contain the highest amounts of uric acid.

Perlmutter’s solution: “There is a powerful association between sticking to the Mediterranean diet and having a better outcome in the long run.”

Based on the traditional cuisines of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea, the diet features vegetables, whole grains, nuts, fruits, legumes, herbs, spices, and olive oil as its foundation.

Not included are fatty or processed meats, refined grains, alcohol, heavily processed foods, butter, and processed oils.

“Eat foods that don’t contain an ingredient list,” he advises.

“If there are more than two ingredients on a packaged product, or one you can’t pronounce, stay away from it.” The best way to shop for food, he says, is to make your way around the perim-

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eter of the supermarket, where the least processed foods are found.

Fabrizio Aielli—chef/owner of Sea Salt, Barbatella, Grappino, and Dorona in Naples—believes in pure ingredients for both health and flavor.

“I believe in good quality ingredients and simplicity,” he says. “For a tomato salad, spend time finding the best tomatoes. Add salt and the best olive oil.”

He’s a big believer in high-quality olive oil.

“I use more olive oil than water,” he says. He’s even secured an organic variety he’s importing from Italy.

Always sensitive to his clients’ dietary needs, he offers gluten-free pizza crusts at Barbatella, using an imported flour from Italy.

Aielli isn’t totally gluten-free himself but does eat pizza made with a gluten-free crust often and finds “it gives me more energy, and it stays with you. The energy lasts longer.”

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Punches of color mix and match with any item in the store.

White and turquoise are favorites that act as a neutral backdrop to a bold rainbow of design details, creating a confident approach to beachy apparel.

IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT FOOD Dr. Corey Howard is a Naples physician who runs Howard Health & Wellness, a concierge practice that incorporates nutritional and fitness counseling, among other services, with medical care. He believes that nutrition is just one component of ensuring optimal mood and mental functioning.

“Healthy eating is a key component of overall health, especially mental health and memory in an aging population,” Howard says. “I want to emphasize that healthy eating is

only one component of health. I think it is important to define health because some people think of it as merely the absence of disease.

“Approximately 80 percent of all chronic diseases are due to lifestyle habits that determine how your genes turn on and off. Health should be defined by your nutrition, your fitness (brain, heart, muscular, bone, and metabolism), your sleep habits, how you manage stress in your life, environmental factors, and relationships.

“Think of it like the genes are the loaded gun and lifestyle habits are the trigger. You need all these factors and not just diet to maintain overall health.”

That said, Howard does have some nutritional advice that

Above: Dr. Corey Howard, a Naples physician who runs the concierge practice Howard Health & Wellness, believes that nutrition is just one component of ensuring optimal mood and mental functioning.

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10 Asparagus: High in folate and prebiotic fiber, it supports brain-healthy gut bacteria.

Avocados: High in monounsaturated fats that protect brain cells, avocado oil also has been shown to help maintain healthy blood pressure levels.

Blueberries: They help reduce inflammation and provide powerful antioxidants to protect the brain.

Eggs: Rich in choline, they help produce acetylcholine, a fundamental neurotransmitter.

Fatty fish: Wild salmon contains omega-3 DHA, which promotes growth of brain cells in the memory center.

Healthy oils: Olive oil is rich in polyphenols, which offer protective antioxidants, and coconut oil enhances the ability of the brain’s neurons to use energy.

Jicama: It has plenty of vitamin B6, folate, and vitamin E and is a great source of prebiotic fiber (along with onions, leeks, and garlic).

Leafy greens: Spinach, kale, collard, and broccoli are rich in brain-health nutrients, including beta carotene, lutein, vitamin K, and folate.

Mushrooms: Shiitake, reishi, and maitake mushrooms are among those believed to relieve stress and enhance immunity.

Turmeric: Helps turn on parts of the DNA to help reduce inflammation within the body.

JUST SAY NO TO THESE Alcohol Baked goods Candy Fast food

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includes eating mushrooms.

“They appear to lower the risk of mild cognitive impairment, which often precedes Alzheimer’s disease,” he says.

That’s an easy addition to make. When selecting other foods, he recommends thinking of nutrient density, not just calories.

“Green leafy vegetables, fruits, nuts, healthy fats (such as avocados), colorful vegetables, high antioxidant foods,” Howard says. “Keeping it simple is easiest. More plants, fewer animal products, fewer processed foods, plenty of water and, of course, sleep.

“For energy production in your body, your powerplant (the mitochondria) requires 21 nutrients, with B12 being just one of them.”

He also says he views B12 injections as a gimmick and that most people just need better overall nutrition.

Howard and Perlmutter agree that food choices alone aren’t enough to keep the brain healthy. They both believe alcohol is a potent toxin and that the concept that moderate drinking can be beneficial is losing out to evidence that it can alter DNA and lead to all manner of diseases, including dementia, cancer, peripheral neuropathy, and more.

They also concur that exercise is a critical element of a healthy lifestyle.

“It keeps the blood vessels open, provides more blood flow to the body and brain, improves muscularity, which in turn increases the mitochondria, which in turn improves your metabolism and gives you an overall sense of wellbeing,” Howard says.

He advises a combination of aerobic and muscular training with at least 30 minutes of exercise daily.

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SWEET SUCCESS Naples resident Marla Ottenstein, who owns and operates Professional Organizer Florida, maintains a busy schedule helping clients take control of their lives and houses. In her own life, she found she had trouble controlling her sugar intake.

While vacationing with her family in Charleston, she realized she was gorging on free pralines, the city’s specialty.

“I didn’t miss a praline shop,” she recalls. “Over dinner, I said to my sister, ‘I need to get off the sugar train.’ My sister said I could never get off sugar. ‘You’re an addict,’ she said.”

Ottenstein took that as a challenge and, on December 1, 2014, “I went cold turkey and I’ve never looked back,” she says.

She still enjoys fruit, milk, and the occasional glass of wine, all of which have some naturally occurring sugar, but she avoids processed foods, baked goods, and sweets.

“Have I ever cheated? In the past eight years I’ve had less than eight

cheats, all of which I can clearly remember,” she says. “Will I ever go back to eating sugar? Never! I consider myself sugar-free, and it’s now a way of life.”

Ottenstein no longer misses sugar. She can’t say for sure that it’s improved her memory, but she knows it’s affected her mood.

“I didn’t lose a pound, but I’m 67 and don’t have a sugar gut,” she says. “I feel good that I’m in charge of my destiny. I have control over how I’m going to live my life. I don’t want to be sick; I want to be healthy. When I shop and I put on something and don’t have a gut, I feel good. I feel confident. I want to be able to play tennis, keep traveling, walk, see my friends, and be healthy. I’m in charge of my life.” « NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | SEPTEMBER | APRIL 2023 2022

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It's Her World Flirty Italian elegance reigns supreme in Gucci’s new Spring/Summer collection

Photography

by Olivia Graham

All clothing and accessories from the Gucci Spring/Summer 2023 collection, Gucci, Waterside Shops, Naples, gucci.com Fashion editor: Katherine Lande

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WHETHER YOU SEEK EXHILARATION OR PREFER SOMETHING TAMER, THERE ARE PLENTY OF UNIQUE WAYS TO KEEP ACTIVE IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA—BY LAND,

BY SEA, OR BY POOL

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WORK OUT

Kiteboarding has taken flight in Naples and around the world. Naples resident Al Djindil (opposite page) has been kiteboarding in Southwest Florida for 20 years and owns three kites and three boards.

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IT’S AN AMAZING WHOLE-BODY ACTIVITY THAT REQUIRES A LOT OF TECHNIQUE AND ATHLETICISM; IT CAN BE PHYSICALLY EXHAUSTING.” —AL DJINDIL

Beach, which he says, “is considered one of the best places in the world.” He also recommends the Cape Romano area and, in Naples, beach access at Second Avenue North.

However, it’s not as easy as throwing your equipment in the water and having at it at any nearby beach. Because kiteboarding can be dangerous to oneself and others and there are ecological concerns to weigh, some beaches have very strict regulations or prohibit it altogether. So, it’s important to do your research before you take to the waves and wind.

To start kiteboarding safely and effectively, Gianello recommends training with a certified professional instructor.

“Students learn safety for themselves and bystanders, how to respect the beach and kiteboarding beach access, how to read forecast apps, basic weather knowledge, how to buy equipment, how to fly the kite and self-launch it in the water, and how to get on the board properly,” Gianello says. “Basically, you are learning the sport safely with someone right next to you who knows what they are doing and can stop an accident from happening.” (naplesfloridakiteboarding.com)

weather conditions. As Djindil explains, “If it’s too windy, you can’t use too big of a kite because the wind will take you away.”

As far as comprising a workout, kiteboarding offers a challenging one. Your body is the only point of connection between the kite and the board, so you must pilot the kite in the sky while simultaneously steering the board in the water.

“It’s an amazing whole-body activity that requires a lot of technique and athleticism; it can be physically exhausting,” says Djindil.

“When I was younger, I would stay out for seven hours; now that I’m 50, I can take about two hours at most.”

Enrique Gianello, owner and full-time instructor at Naples Florida Kiteboarding, has taught kiteboarding for 20 years and is the second-longest certified working instructor in the United States with level-four certification credentials.

There are plenty of places locally to engage in kiteboarding, including in Naples and Marco Island.

Gianello recommends Tigertail

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kiteboarding

Not everyone wants or needs a rush when working out. And for many exercise enthusiasts, taking a run or bike ride can provide ample endorphins.

However, for water-loving thrill seekers, kiteboarding is an activity to consider, especially if you’re in good physical shape and don’t mind getting extremely wet—and sometimes wild.

Kiteboarding, sometimes referred to as kitesurfing, is a relatively new sport that harnesses the wind with a large, hand-controlled kite that pulls the rider (on a board) across the water, integrating elements of related sports like paragliding, surfing, and windsurfing, as well as even skateboarding and snowboarding. While its history can be traced back to the ’70s and ’80s, it seemed to burgeon at the turn of the century.

Naples resident Al Djindil explains that he’s been kiteboarding in Southwest Florida for about 20 years. “I was blown away by what a cool sport it was; it was in its infancy at the time.”

Djindil relates that he has three kites and three boards. As far as boards go, there are three types: freestyle, surf-like boards, and foil boards. Kites are selected based upon

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Water Aerobics

If you want to safely work out in the water and have access to a pool, water-based workouts may be for you. Land-based workouts are often high impact and can be hard on our bodies. Water exercises can reduce this impact; they’re also a wonderful way to tone muscles, burn calories, build balance, and aid flexibility.

“Even without water-based equipment, the density of the water adds more resistance to moving your limbs than moving through air,” says Lisa Reed, a certified strength and conditioning specialist, an on-air fitness and nutrition expert, and owner of Lisa Reed Fitness. “Whatever you can do on land, you can do in the water, and

what you can no longer do on land, you can probably do in the water!”

Water-based exercises are particularly beneficial for seniors, those with cardiac issues, or those who have undergone orthopedic surgeries. “I’ve found it to be a fantastic exercise for expectant mothers,” Reed adds.

Water workouts can be done in a small or large pool. According to Reed, deeper water is best for cardio workouts, while chest-deep water works well for interval and strength workouts. Pool workouts can be done without equipment but incorporating equipment—such as pool dumbbells and belts—can increase intensity of

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POOL WORKOUTS STRENGTHEN THE EN^ TIRE BODY FOR BOTH BEGINNERS OR ELITE ATHLETES AND ANYONE IN BETWEEN. THEY ENHANCE STRENGTH, CONDITION, SCULPT, HELP PREVENT INJURY, AND CAN EVEN AID IN RECOVERY OF INJURIES.” —LISA REED

the exercises.

“Pool workouts strengthen the entire body for both beginners or elite athletes and anyone in between,” notes Reed. “They enhance strength, condition, sculpt, help prevent injury, and can even aid in recovery of injuries. Water-based exercises also get the heart pumping.”

“What I thought would be a little jumping around in the pool turned out to be a really intense, thorough workout,” says Margo Jurgenson, 84, who is a client of Reed’s.

All exercise programs should be cleared by your medical professional prior to engaging in any physical activity, explains Reed. She also reports that the pool increases the impact of UVA rays by 25 percent, so it’s important to apply sunscreen often and stay hydrated. Another pro tip from Reed includes wearing swim shoes to protect the bottom of feet. (lisareedfitness.com) 120 NAPLES ILLUSTRATED

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GET MOVING IN THE POOL WITH THIS WORKOUT FROM LISA REED: DYNAMIC WARM-UP

¬ Leg swings, front to back and side to side (10 of each) ¬ Underwater arm Ts and arm circle swings (10 clockwise, 10 counterclockwise) ¬ Perform each for two laps of the width of the shallow end (about 4 feet in depth): -Butt kicks -Knee hugs -Carioca (also known as grapevine), right and left -Backpedaling -Skipping (for height)

Lisa Reed—a certified strength and conditioning specialist, an on-air fitness and nutrition expert, and owner of Lisa Reed Fitness—notes that water-based exercises are especially beneficial for seniors, those with cardiac issues, or those who have undergone orthopedic surgeries.

WORKOUT

¬ Circuit 1: Repeat 3 times, 30 seconds each

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1 Water dumbbell chest flyes 2 Water dumbbell rear flyes (shoulders should be underwater) 3 Tuck jumps in place (jumping up, tucking both knees to the chest) 4 Rest: Stretch chest, back, shoulders, quads, glutes, and hamstrings

¬ Circuit 2: Repeat 3 times

1 Pushups against side of pool (10 times) 2 Windshield wipers (10 times) 3 Kickboard (2 laps) 4 Rest: Stretch

¬ Circuit 3: Repeat 3 times

MIKE FOSTER

1 Water dumbbell biceps curls to triceps press-downs 2 Tread water 1 minute 3 Rest: Stretch biceps, triceps, and shoulders

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¬ Swim a lap to finish

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NAPLES PICKLEBALL CENTER IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING AN OUTLET AND SERVICES FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE, BOTH PHYSICALLY AND SOCIALLY, TO MAINTAIN A QUALITY, MEANINGFUL LIFE.”

Cardio Pickleball Most people have heard of cardio tennis, but cardio pickleball is catching on, too. At the Naples Pickleball Center, Nancy Robertson— an International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association certified instructor—teaches the one-hour class, which typically includes six to seven players.

“Cardio pickleball classes offer a fast-paced version of the game,” says Robertson, a fourtime U.S. Open pickleball champion. “I feed the ball, participants play out the point, and I quickly feed the ball again.” A “king-of-thecourt” format is followed, which means if a player wins a point, they stay on the court and continue to play.

Cardio pickleball is a bit of a niche, according to Robertson. “It is rare as far as I know,” she says. “I was told about it from another pro in the area, and I think we are the only two doing it. More and more new players are coming [to the class]. They love it; word is spreading.”

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older, though Robertson reports that younger people have participated and showed appreciation, too. There is a 3.0 skill level requirement for Robertson’s class, which has only been available for a few months at Naples Pickleball Center.

“Naples Pickleball Center is committed to providing an outlet and services for a healthy lifestyle, both physically and socially, to maintain a quality, meaningful life,” says Bob Strommen, managing partner, Naples Pickleball Center.

It’s called cardio pickleball for good reason.

The atmosphere is upbeat, and the goal is to get the heart working. “We have music blasting, so people get in a good mood,” says Robertson. “Sometimes, they start dancing; the energy is great. I feel like I’ve done my job well if they walk off the court dripping wet, and they usually do.” (naplespickleballcenter.info)

—BOB STROMMEN

The Naples Pickleball Center offers a one-hour cardio pickleball class led by Nancy Robertson, an International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association certified instructor and four-time U.S. Open pickleball champion.

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Hiking and Biking

With so much sea around, it’s easy to forget about the abundant verdant trails available for hiking and biking in our area. There are many to explore by foot or by bike, including those maintained by CREW (Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed) Land & Water Trust, a private nonprofit partnership established in 1989, composed of adjoining landowners, businesspeople, governmental agencies, and others. Ultimately, CREW coordinates land

acquisition, land management, and public usage for the more than 60,000-acre watershed project that includes Corkscrew Marsh, Flint Pen Strand, Bird Rookery Swamp, and Camp Keais Strand.

CREW offers a variety of educational programs geared toward almost all ages. It also maintains four trail systems, which make up approximately 40 miles, including three elevated boardwalks. In addition to hiking and biking,

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there are even designated equestrian trails.

CREW offers guided hikes and bikes on its trail systems, including Bird Rookery Swamp, Flint Pen Strand, Cypress Dome Trails, and Marsh Trails. Because the habitats on the trails are diverse, there’s an opportunity to take in an abundance of wildlife.

“Our lands are a mosaic, so as you weave around the wetlands, you may get up in some pines or come across another area where there’s a different habitat altogether,” explains Corey W. Campbell, communication director and volunteer coordinator, CREW Land & Water Trust.

The most popular trail makes a loop through Bird Rookery Swamp. Guided hikes through this area last about two hours and cover about two miles of trail, while guided biking lasts from three to four hours and covers about 12 miles of trail. Typically, the guided hikes and bike rides start in November and run through April.

While none of the trails are paved, they are made of hard, compacted gravel or, in some instances, boardwalk. Campbell recommends dressing in layers; bringing a walking stick for stability (if hiking), bug spray, sunscreen, and a hat; and wearing close-toed shoes. He also advises to stay on the trail and to be aware of wildlife.

“If you respect wildlife, it typically respects you back,” he says. “Keep an eye out for what’s there.”

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CREAM OF THE CROP

Help them restore softness to overworked hands and feet with L’Occitane’s nourishing shea butter hand and foot duo ($60). L’Occitane, Naples (loccitane.com)

I GET MISTY Aromatherapy meets modern design in the Airomé Harmony diffuser ($34). Pair it with a bottle of one of Naples Soap Company’s Company essential oils ($12 each) for a ready-to-enjoy gift. Naples Soap Company, Naples (naplessoap.com)

SOMETHING COMFY

Nothing says self-care quite like a cozy robe. Matouk’s Kiran Turkish robe ($115) is made from a blend of 75 percent cotton and 25 percent bamboo. Gattle’s, Naples (gattles.com)

TEMPTING TOAST

Enhance your spa experience with Veuve Clicquot Rich Rosé ($70) and a package of Coco caramel hazelnuts ($18).

Total Wine locations for the wine (totalwine. com); Garden District, Naples for the hazelnuts (gardendistrict naples.com)

BATHING BEAUTY

Soak up the calming effects of lavender— including enhanced relaxation and improved sleep—with the Dancing Turtle Shop’s bath bomb gift set ($20). (etsy.com/shop/ dancingturtleshop)

HOT IN HERE

Let them work out without the workout with the Higher Dose sauna blanket ($600), which elevates the body’s thermal energy thereby supporting its natural detoxification process. (higherdose.com)

GLOWING REVIEW

In three steps, the Eminence Arctic Berry Peel and Peptide Illuminating System ($130) rejuvenates through a blend of arctic berries, lingonberry seed oil, and hibiscus seed extract.

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HATS OFF

For easy-to-carry instant sun protection, look no further than Lorna Murray’s Antibes Vienna sun hat ($125), which is made from a UPF 50+ natural organic grass fiber material and designed to be foldable.

Everything but Water, Naples (everything butwater.com)

PERSONAL JUKEBOX

Lucyd’s audio glasses, pictured here in the Millennia style ($200), are Bluetooth-enabled, offering direct open-ear access to music, podcasts, and smartphones. (lucyd.co)

TAKE A SEAT

Now they can opt for outdoor seating wherever the day takes them with Vineyard Vines’ Vines patchwork beach chair ($300).

Vineyard Vines, Naples (vineyardvines.com)

SPARKLE ON THE SAND

Turn a beach day into a stylish occasion with Vanessa Bruno’s Cabas waterproof raffia tote with sequin trim ($340). Marissa Collections, Naples (marissacollections.com)

DRESS CODE

For the guy whose free days are spent poolside or oceanfront, these whimsical swim trunks ($98) by Peter Millar are the perfect accessory. John Craig, Naples (johncraigclothier.com)

PORTABLE POTABLES

The Brumate Brutank 55-quart cooler ($400) is packed with features (like a built-in drink tank and tap, plus a flip-top lid that doubles as a padded seat) and it can fit 48 12-ounce cans or 12 bottles of wine or liquor. Dick’s Sporting Goods, Naples (dickssporting goods.com)

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POSH PLAYTIME

Master the art of Brazilian frescobol with this coastalhued beach paddle and ball set ($248) from Serena & Lilly. (serenaandlily.com)

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TANKS A LOT

Give her some wearable motivation with this cute gym tank ($28) from Naples-based handscreen printing company Close Knit Co. (etsy.com/shop/closeknitco)

FORE THE WIN

The Garmin Epix Gen 2 Sapphire Multisport GPS watch ($1,000) comes equipped with more than 30 sports apps, health and wellness monitoring capabilities, and maps for more than 42,000 golf courses. Naples Cyclery, Naples (naplescyclery.com)

BAND TOGETHER

Florida native, professional angler, and fitness enthusiast Jacki Shea created her resistance booty bands ($50 for set of four bands) with a fish-inspired print to marry her two passions. (jackisheashop.com)

ON THE GO

GIVE ME A BEAT

Both windproof and water-resistant, the Zero jacket ($160) by On not only is made from a super-light material, but it also has ventilated underarms and can be folded into the tiniest of pockets for easy storage. (on-running.com)

DRINK UP

JUMP AROUND

An elementary school playground diversion becomes a sophisticated workout with Tangram Factory’s Smart Rope ($80). Sync it with the Smart Gym app on your Apple device to record total completed jumps, calories burnt, and workout times. Apple Store, Naples (apple.com/store)

The Nathan QuickSqueeze lite bottle ($30) will be their hydration hero, complete with an adjustable hand strap and double-wall construction that can keep drinks cooler for longer. (nathansports. com)

CHA CHA SLIDE

Great for post-workout feet, the OOahh slide sandals ($60) by Oofos boast an arch-supporting footbed and “OOfoam” technology that absorbs 37 percent more impact than traditional footwear for faster recovery. Fit2Run, Naples, Estero (fit2run.com)

Dr. Dre brings his Beats audio swagger to these workoutapropos Powerbeats Pro True Earphones ($250), which are designed to be sweat and water resistant and offer up to nine hours of listening time.

Target, Naples (target.com)

WORTH THEIR WEIGHT

Let the world be their gym with the Bala weighted bangles ($49). Clocking in at a pound each, these go-anywhere weights can be worn on the wrists or the ankles to up the fitness factor on any activity. TriTone Triple Barre, Naples (tritonefit.com)

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GRAM FOR GRAM

Make counting calories an ease with this touchless tare waterproof scale ($80) from Williams Sonoma. Williams Sonoma, Naples (williams-sonoma.com)

IN THE BAG

GREEN THUMB

Now they can get growing regardless of space limitations with Click and Grow’s Smart Garden 3 ($100), which comes with a planter base and built-in water reservoir, LED lamp arm, soil mix, and basil starter pods. Nordstrom Rack, Naples (nordstrom.com)

A must-have accessory for farmers market fans, Rock Flower Paper’s Blu bags ($12 each) are not only reusable and machine washable, but 20 cents from each purchase benefits the nonprofit Ocean Conservancy environmental advocacy group. Sunnyland Swim, Naples (sunnyland swim.com)

CELEBRATE GOOD TIMES SIMPLE SIP

Help them enliven their water with some fizz and flavor courtesy of the SodaStream Terra water maker kit ($100). Best Buy, Naples (bestbuy.com)

BOWLED OVER

Arm them with card-carrying access to superfoods such as acai and pitaya with a gift card to The Bowl (prices vary), which operates two locations in Naples, off Pine Ridge Road and along Central Avenue.

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Bring a healthy attitude to holidays with Celebrate: Plant-Based Recipes for Every Occasion ($30) by Bettina Campolucci Bordi.

The cookbook offers vegan, vegetarian, and flexitarian options for everything from birthdays to barbecues. Barnes & Noble, Naples, Estero (barnesandnoble.com)

FRY GUY

Guilty pleasures like buffalo wings and french fries can be enjoyed without remorse thanks to the smart algorithms of Breville’s Smart Oven air fryer ($350). Sur La Table, Naples (surlatable.com)

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STAY PUT

Filled with natural buckwheat hulls that can conform to any shape, Halfmoon’s Mod meditation cushion ($70) will make any meditation session infinitely more comfortable. Saks Fifth Avenue, Naples (saksfifthavenue.com)

HERBAL ESSENCE

Let them establish their own calming tea ritual with Estero Bay Olive Oil & Tea’s matcha tea set ($35), inclusive of a ceramic bowl, whisk, holder, and scoop. Estero Bay Olive Oil & Tea, Estero (esterobayoliveoil.com)

AMAZING AMAZONITE

Long lauded for its healing powers, the ancient gem amazonite takes center stage in this traditional 108-bead mala ($34) from Naples-based Roxxy Crystals. (roxxycrystals.com)

WELCOME MAT

A little extra cushioning and a fun print make this rubber yoga mat ($114) from Lululemon a namaste necessity.

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GOOD VIBES ONLY

Five healing crystals and smudging tools of lavender, rose, and palo santo are included in this gift box set ($40) meant to promote harmony, love, and peace from locally owned Awake and Indigo. (awake andindigo.com)

LEAD THE WAY

Guided prompts in Amy Leigh Mercree’s A Little Bit of Meditation Guided Journal: Your Personal Path to Mindfulness ($13) will help them identify their meditation style and begin their practice. Barnes & Noble, Naples, Estero (barnesandnoble.com)

DEALER’S CHOICE

For anyone overwhelmed by the stresses of daily life, Chronicle Books’ Calm the Chaos card set ($19) comes with 65 cards with an encouraging mantra on the front and mindfulness, self-care, awareness, and grounding practices on the back. Anthropologie, Naples (anthropologie.com)

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Physician Profiles Naples Illustrated’s

On the following pages, you’ll discover our carefully curated list of 597 Top Doctors as chosen by their peers. We profile some of the most trusted and experienced physicians in the Naples area, many of whom give their time and talents to make our community even stronger.

Naples Illustrated works closely with Professional Research Services to provide accurate contact information for all Physicians.

For the full list and updated information, visit naplesillustrated.com/doctors

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ADDICTION MEDICINE Richard J. Capiola Physicians Regional Healthcare System 239-649-7494 Samuel Parish LPG Addiction Medicine Behavioral Health Center 239-343-9190

ALLERGY AND IMMUNOLOGY Fikria E. Hassan Allergy, Asthma, Sinus and Immunology Center 239-261-5599 Shawky A. Hassan Allergy, Asthma, Sinus and Immunology Center 239-261-5599 Charles V. Klucka Charles V. Klucka, D.O. 239-939-2246 Elvin Mendez Lee Physician Group Allergy & Immunology, Cape Coral 239-424-3270 Florina Neagu NCH Physician Group Allergy & Immunology 239-624-0530 Maria T. Olivero Allergy, Sinus & Asthma Specialists of Naples 239-434-6200 Kevin P. Rosenbach Naples Allergy Center 239-596-5560

Gaston Turnier Lee Physician Group Allergy & Immunology, Page Field 239-343-9722 Laura Veras Lee Physician Group - LPG Allergy & Immunology - Bonita Health Center 239-495-4390

ANESTHESIOLOGY Joseph V. Pergolizzi Jr. Joseph V. Pergolizzi, Jr., M.D. 239-908-4440 Chad Purdom Physicians Regional Medical Group 800-858-0638 Robert Statfeld Capital Anesthesia Solutions, LLC 800-858-0638 Frederick Torres Capital Anesthesia Solutions, LLC 800-858-0638

CARDIAC SURGERY Brett Beecher Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221 Stephen D’Orazio NCH Heart Institute 239-624-4200 Robert D. Pascotto Jr. NCH Heart Institute 239-624-4200 Scot Schultz Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221 Brian J. Solomon NCH Heart Institute 239-624-4200 Dennis Stapleton Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221

Michael S. Flynn NCH Heart Institute 239-624-4200 Adam J. Frank NCH Heart Institute 239-624-4200 Bruce Gelinas NCH Heart Institute 239-624-4200 Ahmet Gursoy Naples Interventional Cardiac Electrophysiology 239-643-9977 Ryan Houk Naples Heart Rhythm Specialists, P.A. 239-263-0849 Larry M. Leslie II NCH Physician Group - Cardiology 239-610-4377

CARDIOLOGY

Kevin Leung SWICFT Cardiology 239-341-5817

Mitchell Zeitler D-Lux Medspa 239-776-4956

David R. Axline NCH Heart Institute 239-624-4200

Ronald Levine Levine Heart & Wellness 239-206-2833

BREAST SURGERY

Hashem Azad SWICFT Cardiology 239-341-5817

Sarah deLeon Mansson Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-920-4503

Robert G. Baily SWICFT Cardiology 239-261-2000

Kenneth Plunkitt Naples Heart Rhythm Specialists, P.A. 239-263-0849

Joseph Califano Millennium Physician Group 239-649-3312

Sajan Rao Naples Concierge Cardiology and Internal Medicine 239-963-9788

Elizabeth Arguelles GenesisCare Southwest Florida Breast Surgery 239-430-3260 Sharla Gayle Patterson Magnolia Breast Center 239-758-7465 LEARN MORE ON PAGE 139

Adam I. Riker GenesisCare 239-333-0995

Seth S. Schurman Adult & Pediatric Allergy & Asthma Associates 239-939-2828

Troy Shell-Masouras Paradise Coast Breast Specialists 239-734-3533

Brett E. Stanaland Allergy, Sinus & Asthma Specialists of Naples 239-434-6200

Justin D. Warner GenesisCare The Surgical Group of Naples 239-263-0011

Ronald P. Caputo Levine Heart & Wellness 239-206-2833 Roberto J. Cubeddu NCH Heart Institute 239-624-4200 Mouhannad Dalao Cardiology Consultants of Naples 239-438-1067 Ariel De La Rosa SWICFT Cardiology 239-261-2000

Carlo D. Santos-Ocampo NCH Heart Institute 239-624-4200 Dinesh Sharma NCH Heart Institute 239-624-4200 LEARN MORE ON PAGE 134

James V. Talano SWICFT Cardiology 239-261-2000 Silvio C. Travalia NCH Heart Institute 239-624-4200 NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2023

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Shona Velamakanni NCH Heart Institute 239-624-4200 Louis Wasserman Naples Heart Rhythm Specialists, P.A. 239-263-0849 Andrew Yin Naples Heart Rhythm Specialists, P.A. 239-263-0849

COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY Susan Cera Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221 Valerie R. Dyke The Colorectal Institute 239-275-0728 Janette U. Gaw The Colorectal Institute 239-275-0728 Nagesh B. Ravipati The Colorectal Institute 239-275-0728 Anthony Vernava Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221

CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE AND PULMONARY DISEASE Lawrence Albert Naples Pulmonary 239-208-0381

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Vinay Patel NCH Physician Group - Pulmonary 239-624-8250 Vishal Patel NCH Physician Group - Pulmonary 239-624-8250 Bruce Roy Millennium Physician Group 239-963-1055 Carl Ruthman NCH Physician Group - Pulmonary 239-624-8250 Lisette Delgado Sanchez Millennium Physician Group 239-592-5864 Jordan Taillon Lee Physician Group Pulmonology, Clayton Ct. 239-343-8260 Kenneth Tolep Pulmonary, Critical Care, & Sleep Medicine of SW Florida 239-985-1925 José R. Valle Giler NCH Physician Group - Pulmonary 239-624-8160

DERMATOLOGY Debra Bailey High Tide Dermatology Center 239-444-3376 LEARN MORE ON PAGE 148

Sadiq J. Al-Nakeeb Millennium Physician Group 239-315-7123

Bobbi G. Brady The Woodruff Institute 239-596 9337

Kenneth Bookman Naples Pulmonary 239-208-0381

Christopher Mark Buckley Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery 239-444-3201

Howard Cohen NCH Physician Group - Critical Care 239-624-8250 Douglas Harrington NCH Physician Group - Critical Care 239-624-8250 132

David Lindner NCH Physician Group - Pulmonary 239-624-8250

Sarah E. Churton The Woodruff Institute 239-498-3376

Mixing compassion with research David Lindner remains patient focused despite pressures

Dr. David Lindner wears many hats. Board certified in pulmonary disease, critical care, and internal medicine, he is the subdivision head of pulmonary and critical care medicine and medical director of the NCH intensive care units and respiratory care.

He joined the student-run emergency medical service program at Cedarville University in Ohio, becoming a firefighter/EMT and a chemistry major with a biology minor. Working on the ambulance crew sparked his desire to be a doctor.

He also met a surgeon who had a mission hospital in Bangladesh and was invited to work there.

While training in internal medicine at Michigan State University, “I floated the idea to the administration and, to my amazement, they bought it,” he says.

During two months at the 50-bed hospital serving 6 million people near the border of what is now Myanmar, “we learned to care for the most people with limited resources,” he says. “It was amazingly beneficial.”

After further training at St. Joseph’s University, he came to Naples in 1994, the first fellowship-trained pulmonary critical care osteopathic subspecialist in town. He grew interested in pulmonary hypertension, a high blood pressure condition that affects arteries in the lungs and the right side of the heart. Physicians from larger northern hospitals shared knowledge with him. New drugs emerged. The program expanded. Lindner was hooked.

Now he conducts research in pulmonary hypertension and atypical mycobacterial lung disease. He’s been the NCH COVID-19 medical director since the disease emerged.

Nationwide, the mortality rate was 35 percent to 40 percent. At NCH, it was 26 percent. “It was from purely excellent work and resources from the hospital and the amazing group of people,” Lindner says.

He won the NCH Physician of the Year Award that year.

“I cannot think of a more deserving candidate to be named as Physician of the Year for 2020 than Dr. David Lindner,” says Paul Hiltz, NCH Healthcare System president and CEO. “His outstanding contributions to our organization and unwavering dedication to his patients, as well as his colleagues, during the height of a global pandemic made him the easy choice.”

Despite his schedule, he bicycles about 60 miles a week, enjoys charcoal drawing, history, strange podcasts, and cooking with Laura, whom he calls “the world’s most amazing wife. I couldn’t do it without her.” —Karen Feldman

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Craig J. Eichler The Woodruff Institute 239-596-9337 Robert E. Eilers Jr. Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery 239-434-0303 Brian A. Harris Harris Dermatology - Fort Myers 239-936-3344 Cynthia D. Hensley Cynthia D. Hensley M.D. P.A. 239-390-9933 Frances M. Hernandez The Woodruff Institute 239-596-9337 Gregory M. Houck Houck Dermatology 239-390-3376 Sharon Jackson The Jackson Center 239-598-9009 Brandon Kirsch Kirsch Dermatology 239-300-9767 Andrew P. Kontos Innovative Dermatology and Mohs Surgery 239-368-8071 Brad T. Kovach Florida Coastal Dermatology 239-263-1717 Rebecca W. Lambert The Woodruff Institute 239-596-9337 Suzy Lee Bonita Dermatology 239-221-8516

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Gerardo J. Lugo Naples Dermatology PA 239-261-3082

Cyndi Yag-Howard Yag-Howard Dermatology and Aesthetic Center 239-529-3376

Roxanna Menendez Art of Dermatology 239-356-3503

Lisa D. Zack Florida Coastal Dermatology 239-263-1717

All about the rhythm

Dinesh Sharma searches for ways to make hearts beat better His grandfather would no doubt be proud of what he inspired Dr. Dinesh Sharma to become.

Sharma is the section head of electrophysiology for the NCH Heart Institute and the Fritz and Kathy Friday endowed chair of electrophysiology. His work involves cardiac ablation—a procedure used to correct heart rhythm irregularities that can cause heart failure.

He is board-certified in clinical cardiac electrophysiology, cardiovascular disease, and internal medicine. Sharma graduated from medical school at the University of Delhi, India, then completed advanced electrophysiology training at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York and UCLA Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

When he relocated to Naples six-and-a-half years ago, he explains, “I came here to build a program from scratch. Naples had the potential to be a great town, and the hospital was motivated to build the center.”

Not only has NCH built the Heart Institute, but it’s also proposing a new $200 million, five-story heart center in downtown Naples.

Sharma hasn’t waited for a new center. He has brought several groundbreaking clinical trials here within his specialty.

These involve novel technologies for treating atrial fibrillation, such as new methods of atrial fibrillation ablation—a procedure in which long flexible catheters are run through blood vessels to the heart and, using hot or cold, create tiny scars to block faulty rhythms so that the heart beats more regularly, reducing the risk of heart failure.

Among the research projects he is working on is one involving the Amulet, a small device implanted in the heart to prevent stroke. He’s also working on a leadless pacemaker for the lower left chamber of the heart—not the area normally used—to synchronize the heartbeats.

“We are doing a lot of cutting-edge research here,” he says.

“We foresee that we will continue to do cutting-edge work in the coming years.”

While he does have a busy schedule full of hospital duties and research work, he finds time to squeeze in some pickleball with his wife and three daughters.

So, what was it that inspired him to become a doctor and pick this specialty?

“Personal experiences kind of move us toward certain decisions,” he says. “When I was in high school, my grandfather had a cardiac arrest right in front of me. We did CPR, but he did not survive. I would say this career chose me instead of me choosing it.” —Karen Feldman

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EAR, NOSE, AND THROAT John F. Alburger John F. Alburger, MD, PA 239-435-1979 Howard N. Barrow Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists of Florida 239-939-1002 Steven Bello Collier Otolaryngology 239-260-0656 Justin T. Casey Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists of Florida 239-939-1002 Matthew Connor Millennium Physician Group 239-262-1171

Thomas Magardino Collier Otolaryngology 239-260-0656 Mark H. Montgomery Mark H. Montgomery, MD 239-495-6200 Chauchau T. Pham Ear Nose and Throat Associates 239-939-2621 Patrick M. Reidy Florida Gulf Coast Ear, Nose & Throat LLC 239-514-2225 Price Sonkarley Millennium Physician Group 239-262-1171

David Greene David Greene, MD 239-263-8444

Andreas Werle Lee Physician Group - Pediatric Ear, Nose & Throat - Summerlin Rd 239-343-7474

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Todd D. Bethel NCH Healthcare System - Team Health 239-436-5151 Tamara O. Camina NCH ER - Team Health 239-436-5151 Scott L. Dunavant NCH Baker Downtown Hospital ER 859-806-7593 Nancy Goodwin Goodwin Medical Center 239-692-9096 Yong J. Lee NCH ER - Team Health 239-436-5151 Pia Myers-Wolfe NCH ER - Team Health 239-624-9104 LEARN MORE ON PAGE 136

Jeffrey A. Panozzo NCH Physician Group 239-436-5151 Shawn C. Patterson NCH Emergency Center 239-624-8700

Emergencies and beyond Self-described wild child Pia Myers-Wolfe addresses kids’ medical needs and more

Dr. Pia Myers-Wolfe approaches her job as director of the NCH pediatric emergency department holistically.

Board certified in emergency medicine, she has worked at the 24/7 pediatric emergency unit for 12 years, seeing the number of patients grow from 8,000 to 20,000 a year.

Despite the ER’s rapid pace, it hasn’t escaped her attention that many children require more than medical treatment.

“Sixty-four percent of the children we see are on Medicaid,” she says.

Some come in from car accidents or other incidents and need underwear or clothing, which the ER team provides. They are grateful for the help they get from the community to meet some of their patients’ many other needs.

At Christmas, local first responders load their motorcycles with gifts and take them to NCH during the annual Light the Night event. Myers-Wolfe and her team make sure all the children receive gifts and then save some to cheer up patients year-round.

To meet their medical needs, Myers-Wolfe recently helped bring a prestigious multispecialty medical group, Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists, to NCH to provide care for pediatric and newborn intensive care patients.

“We knew we needed to take pediatrics to the next level,” she says about the reason for bringing in an out-of-town practice.

A burgeoning patient population, COVID, burnout that’s led to early retirements, and job changes to nonclinical roles have all taxed her team. But Myers-Wolfe keeps going, alternating day and night shifts, and continues to love her job.

“We support each other,” she says. “Seeing those kids get better. The little hugs, the kisses they give as they go out the door. The gratitude that comes from the parents. I have a great team. It’s my work family.”

Despite her busy work life, she manages to spend time with her husband and 16-year-old son traveling, boating, riding Jet Skis, and paddleboarding.

Born in Kolkata, India, to an Indian mother and American father, she was exposed to groups such as the Peace Corps and the U.S. Agency for International Development, whose medical teams helped children in places such as Africa and Southeast Asia. They also inspired a young girl.

“I saw them taking care of all these diseases, and I wanted to do that,” she says. She picked emergency pediatrics because “I was a little bit of a wild child. I thought I was more of a fit for the ER, where there’s more of the unexpected. It’s high-energy, fastpaced. That’s my life.” —Karen Feldman

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Jeffrey Rosenfield ER QuickCare 239-403-3772

ENDOCRINOLOGY, DIABETES, AND METABOLISM Vita Anksh Endocrinology Center of Naples 239-254-1316 Todd D. Brodie Todd Brodie, M.D. 239-436-3666 Athan Drimoussis Millennium Physician Group 239-600-7808

ABOUT THE LIST Medical decisions are some of the most important choices our readers make. In an effort to provide the best medical information available, Naples Illustrated has enlisted a professional marketing company, Professional Research Services of Troy, Michigan, to identify the Top Doctors in Naples.

Together we surveyed licensed physicians, asking them to reveal the best medical professionals in our area. These Top Doctors have been scrutinized for the legitimacy of their licenses as well as their status with the Florida Department of Health.

While there are outstanding professionals who aren’t listed here, we hope you’ll give these doctors special consideration when choosing a medical professional.

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Caroline Johns LPG Endocrinology - The Sanctuary 239-343-9646

Paul Hemrick Millennium Physician Group 239-649-3365

Branko Strok Korunda Medical Institute 239-431-6464

Valeriu R. Neagu NCH Physician Group - Endocrinology 239-624-8380

Karen Hiester NCH Physician Group - Vanderbilt Beach, Concierge Medicine 239-624-8800

Gary Swain NCH Physician Group Concierge Medicine 239-624-8160

FAMILY MEDICINE

Lindita R. Hobdari Hobdari Family Health 239-260-1033

Ashley Tunkle Millennium Physician Group 239-206-1625

Paul O. Jones Paul O. Jones MD, FAAFP 239-325-4804

Staci A. Van Winkle Physicians’ Primary Care 239-482-1010

Ram Kafle Lee Physician Group Family Medicine, Bonita Bay Club 239-495-4490

Victoria Yorke Lee Physician Group Family Medicine, Bonita Bay Club 239-495-4490

Douglas Boynton Millennium Physician Group 239-649-3303

Kristen Noud Lee Physician Group - Family/Internal Medicine, The Sanctuary 239-343-9470

FOOT AND ANKLE SURGERY

Brian Thomas Cannon Korunda Medical Institute 239-431-6464

Andre Nye Prime MD of Naples 239-325-6955

Nicole Costello Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221

Alexander Owens Millennium Physician Group 239-430-5553

Cesar DeLeon Millennium Physician Group 239-430-2520

Cosmina Popa Prime MD of Naples 239-325-6955

John Diaz Millennium Physician Group 239-263-8222

Jacqueline Romero Dr. Jacqueline Romero DO, ABAARM, FMNM 239-514-7315

Aschanti Abarca Selva Millennium Physician Group 239-249-7800 Andrew M. Bernstein NCH Family Medicine 239-624-0870 Andrea Bickerton Refined Image 239-302-3540

Oxana Douglas NCH Physician Group Immediate Care 239-624-8220 Emily Essert NCH Physician Group Family Medicine 239-624-8130 Lorna Fedelem North Naples Aesthetics 239-580-6390 Jesse Haven NCH Physician Group Concierge Medicine 239-624-8200

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Frances I. Romero Shine Direct Primary Care 239-237-5688 Rhena Ruiz-Novero Millennium Physician Group 239-597-0143 David Scott Millennium Physician Group 239-649-3347 Aschanti Abarca Selva Millennium Physician Group 239-249-7800

Jenny Adams Adams Foot & Ankle 239-260-7476 Constantine Barbounis Associates in Medicine & Surgery 239-572-7095 Eugene Batelli Associates in Medicine & Surgery 239-572-7095 Cliff Burmeister Foot & Ankle Management Group 239-263-0200 Christopher Calcagni Coastal Foot & Ankle Center 239-494-5468 Wesley Drew Chapman Family Foot & Leg Center, PA 239-430-3668 Richard de Asla Richard de Asla, MD 239-256-8794 Christina Kabbash Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221 Kevin Lam Family Foot & Leg Center, PA 239-430-3668

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SHARLA GAYLE PATTERSON, MD, MBA, FACS Sharla Gayle Patterson, MD, is a board-certified breast surgical oncologist. Dr. Patterson is one of only two board-certified, fellowshiptrained breast surgical oncologists in Naples, Florida, and both are at Magnolia Breast Center. Dr. Patterson is the only surgeon in Southwest Florida certified by the American Society of Breast Surgeons in both ultrasound and stereotactic-guided breast biopsies. For more than a decade, she has worked diligently to educate the world around her about what can be done to decrease a person’s risk for breast cancer.

Magnolia Breast Center, led by Dr. Patterson, serves as the first comprehensive breast health program in Southwest Florida. Dr. Patterson’s dedication to providing the highest level of surgical care is manifest in her successful certification in oncoplastic breast surgery by the world renowned School of Oncoplastic Surgery. Her passion does not end with surgery, as many of her patients will attest—she continues

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to address the importance of survivorship and has built the area’s first and only multidisciplinary breast cancer survivorship clinic.

Dr. Patterson takes immense pride in the fact that Magnolia Breast Center is the first-of-its-kind, multidisciplinary breast cancer clinic in Southwest Florida, staffed by fellowship-trained, board-certified physicians. By selecting Magnolia Breast Center, patients can be assured that they are being treated by a team of experts who are the best in class and who truly care about their health and well-being.

Dr. Patterson’s goal is to provide comprehensive and compassionate care to patients with breast concerns and help them manage the issues associated with breast health treatment to achieve the best possible outcomes. When one is faced with a new diagnosis of breast cancer, her primary focus is to guide patients through the process with exceptional skill and compassion in a prompt and comprehensive way.

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Kelly Malinoski Kelly Malinoski, DPM, FACFAS 239-260-5181 Christopher Paladino The Foot & Ankle Care Center, PA 239-498-1176 Chirag Patel NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-325-1135 Alphonse Tribuiani Total Podiatry of SW Florida 239-596-0880

GASTROENTEROLOGY Mazen Albeldawi NCH Physician Group Gastroenterology 239-624-8070 Maged Bakr NCH Physician Group Gastroenterology 239-624-2730 Jan Barrios Millennium Physician Group 239-302-3290 Manuel Bustamante Millennium Physician Group 239-631-2662 Michael Cohen Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221 Alexandra Grace Gastroenterology Specialists of Southwest Florida 239-593-6201 Anna Juncadella NCH Physician Group Gastroenterology 239-624-8070 Steven A. Meckstroth Gastroenterology Specialists of Southwest Florida 239-593-6201

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Jonathan R. Obi NCH Physician Group General Surgery 239-624-4650

Monika Rolek NCH Physician Group - Hospitalists 239-624-3997

Yaritza Perez-Soto Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221

Charina Yango-Cadavos Integrity Medical Physicians 239-304-8040

Luigi Querusio NCH Physician Group - General Surgery 239-624-4650

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David C. Ritter Melanoma Center of Hope 239-948-7777 Brian Smith Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-920-4503

Edward C. Grendys Jr. GenesisCare Florida Gynecologic Oncology 239-334-6626

Christopher Staudinger NCH Physician Group General Surgery 239-624-0390

Samith Sandadi GenesisCare Florida Gynecologic Oncology 239-334-6626

Justin D. Warner GenesisCare - The Surgical Group of Naples 239-263-0011

HAND SURGERY

GERIATRIC MEDICINE Joseph Bandeira Premier Medical Concierge 239-631-6780

GENERAL SURGERY

Ronald T. Garry Naples Premier Concierge 239-624-5000

Mark Bloomston South Florida Surgical Oncology 239-333-0995

Michael Gloth AMDG Naples 100 239-734-1408

Robert Grossman NCH Physician Group General Surgery 239-624-4650

Elizabeth Hidlebaugh Physicians Regional Healthcare System 239-734-0810

Mark A. Liberman GenesisCare Liberman Advanced Surgical 239-264-7150

Obayedur Khan Concierge Medical of Naples 239-304-8902

Jonas Mansson Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221

Fadi Abu Shahin GenesisCare 239-334-6626

Cosmina Popa Prime MD of Naples 239-325-6955

Sandra B. Collins Orthopedic Center of Florida 239-482-2663 Carmella Fernandez Fernandez Upper Extremity Institute 239-777-9321 Herbert Gates III Herbert Gates III, M.D. 239-263-4511 Scott Greenberg Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-920-4503 Stephen L. Helgemo Florida Hand Center 941-267-4762 Christopher Myer Lee Physician Group LPG Orthopedics - Coconut Point 239-343-9696 Thomas Parent Millennium Physician Group 239-649-3313 P. Jeffrey Richards Orthopedic Specialists of SW Florida 239-334-7000

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6610 Willow Park Dr. Suite 104 Naples

KIRAN GILL, MD, FACS Dr. Kiran Gill is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with specialty fellowship training in aesthetic surgery of the face, breast, and body. She offers a comprehensive concierge approach to beauty, from surgical rejuvenation to non-invasive skin and spa treatments.

As a female physician, plastic surgeon, and recipient of many of her offered treatments, Dr. Gill has the sensibility and keen understanding of her patients’ needs and cosmetic goals. She provides a compassionate, personalized and intuitive approach, based on integrity, precision, and innovation, to deliver exquisite, natural results for her patients. With her finger on the pulse of aesthetic medicine and continuously fine-tuning her techniques, Dr. Gill has distinguished herself as a consummate artist in the fields of breast surgery, facial rejuvenation, body sculpting, and anti-aging.

In 2018, she founded the Naples Aesthetic Institute (formerly, Aesthetics in Plastic Surgery by Kiran Gill MD), the only female-owned boutique plastic surgery practice in Southwest Florida with an onsite, fully accredited surgical suite and skin spa. In a private, tranquil, state-

of-the-art environment, Dr. Gill and her team offer a full menu of services: “mommy makeovers,” breast enhancements, facelifts and facials, body sculpting, injectable billers, Botox, and DiamondGlow, as well as her skincare product line.

Dr. Gill completed her aesthetic surgery fellowship at the prestigious Few Institute in Chicago, and plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at Cleveland Clinic Florida, where she served as chief resident of plastic surgery. She completed four years of general surgery residency and earned her Doctor of Medicine degree at Rush University Medical Center. In 2001, she received her bachelor’s degree at Georgetown University.

Dr. Gill is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. She is passionately involved with the Physician Led Access Network (PLAN) in Collier County providing breast reconstruction for uninsured and underinsured women.

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Dennis O. Sagini Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida 239-337-2003

HEMATOLOGY AND ONCOLOGY Joel S. Grossman Florida Cancer Specialists 239-434-0656 William N. Harwin Florida Cancer Specialists 239-437-5755 Douglas D. Heldreth Florida Cancer Specialists 239-434-2622 Rebecca Kosloff Florida Cancer Specialists 239-434-2622 Zanetta Lamar Florida Cancer Specialists 239-434-0656 Andy Lipman Florida Cancer Specialists 239-434-2622 Steven B. Newman Florida Cancer Specialists 239-434-2622 Mark S. Rubin Florida Cancer Specialists 239-947-3092 Ferdy Santiago Florida Cancer Specialists 239-434-2622 Gamini S. Soori Florida Cancer Specialists 239-541-4633 Jay Wang Florida Cancer Specialists 239-732-3140

INFECTIOUS DISEASE Sergey Akimov NCH Physician Group - Infectious Disease Associates of Naples 941-277-9110

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Jeffrey L. Craig NCH Healthcare System Old Naples Concierge Medicine 239-331-3406

David Linz NCH Physician Group Concierge Medicine - Moorings Park 239-624-1120

Vakhtang Bochorishvili NCH Physician Group - Infectious Disease Associates of Naples 941-277-9110

Anthony M. D’Agostino Anthony M. D’Agostino, M.D., FACP 239-262-6111

Bruce Lipschutz Millennium Physician Group 239-236-7780

Ricardo A. Franco Sadud NCH Healthcare System 239-610-4377

Francesca Luna-Rudin Millennium Physician Group 239-206-1746

Alan Galbut Millennium Physician Group 239-649-3326

James Maciejewski Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221

Paul Greco Paul Greco, M.D., Concierge Medical Services, P.L. 239-352-5600

David Scott Madwar David Scott Madwar, MD 239-352-5550

Mark A. Brown Infectious Disease Associates of Naples 941-277-9110 Christine Forszpaniak Christine Forszpaniak, MD 239-434-7779 Miguel G. Madariaga NCH Physician Group - Infectious Disease Associates of Naples 941-277-9110 James Toomey LPG Infectious Disease HealthPark Medical Center 239-343-9710 Rebecca Witherell NCH Physician Group - GME Clinic 239-624-0940

INTERNAL MEDICINE Carlos J. Aguirre NCH Physician Group - Hospitalists 239-624-3997 Pavan K. Anand Pavan Anand MD PA 239-435-1999 Jose M. Baez Jose M. Baez, MD, LLC 239-777-0663 Susan Best Millennium Physician Group 239-315-7538 Diane Brzezinski Dr. Diane Brzezinski 239-261-9990 Alberto R. Concepcion Millennium Physician Group 239-319-2195

Kimberly Hamilton Gulfshore Concierge Medicine 239-566-3100 Eric Hochman Gulfshore Concierge Medicine 239-325-1020 Deborah Houk Physicians Regional Medical Group KYMERA 239-424-3123 Corey Howard Howard Health & Wellness Concierge Medicine 239-331-2285 Nicoleta Kakaes WellSpan Medical Services 239-643-7888 Charles Kilo Millennium Physician Group 239-594-5456 Vijay Konda Vijay Konda, MD 239-260-7610 Hermes O. Koop Hermes O. Koop MD, FACP 239-325-4801 Nena Korunda Korunda Medical Institute 239-431-6464

Jonathan Marsh Premier Inpatient Partners, LLC 239-330-2933 Bryan Murphey NCH Physician Group Internal Medicine 239-624-0320 Alejandro Perez-Trepichio Millennium Physician Group 239-249-7800 Carlos Portu Shoreline Physician Group 239-235-7908 Ralph Rodriguez Internal Medicine Partners 239-596-8804 Cristina Sciavolino-Day Cristina Sciavolino-Day, MD, LLC 239-596-8702 Elias Shaheen Richichi Health 239-514-2005 David Sommerfeld Millennium Physician Group 239-249-8996 Julie R. Southmayd NCH Physician Group - Fountain Life 239-235-6644 Jason Triana Millennium Physician Group 239-319-2195

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APRIL FETZER, DO Dr. Fetzer joined Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida in September 2019. She comes with more than 15 years of experience, serving as the primary nonoperative interventional physiatrist at Midwest Orthopedics @ RUSH (ranked top 10 in orthopedics by U.S. News & World Report).

There, she enjoyed a thriving practice that included nonoperative spine intervention for adults, including the Chicago White Sox, the Chicago Bulls, DePaul University, and the Joffrey Ballet.

Dr. Fetzer specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of neuromusculoskeletal disorders with special training in nonsurgical care of neck and back pain. Specifically, she performs fluoroscopic guided spine injections, trigger point injections in the management of myofascial pain, joint and soft tissue injections of the upper and lower extremities,

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and electromyography and nerve conduction studies.

Dr. Fetzer combines her expertise of rehabilitation, interventional spine treatment regimens, and pain medicine to comprehensively treat the patient. She excels in patient communication and strives to individually tailor each patient’s plan of care to reach the common goal of pain relief and restoration of function.

The emphasis of Dr. Fetzer’s practice is conservative spine management. To achieve this goal, she utilizes a wide array of diagnosis and treatment procedure including electromyography, epidural steroid injections, Facet intra-articular injections, medial branch blocks, radiofrequency ablation, sacroiliac joint injections, discography, trigger point injections, and peripheral joint injections.

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INSPIRE ONCOLOGY

8625 Collier Blvd., #102 Naples 15465 Tamiami Trail N. Naples

As a biomedical engineer and physician, Dr. Michael Hanus has a rare in-depth understanding of radiation oncology. His understanding of how the various state-of-the-art radiation technologies work and the effects and potential outcome of their use makes Dr. Hanus a uniquely qualified specialist in the area.

Michael Hanus, MD, is a Board-Certified Radiation Oncologist. He is a graduate of the University of New Mexico where he received his degree in electrical/biomedical engineering. He received his medical degree from the University of Kansas and his radiation oncology residency training at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Hanus has extensive research and clinical experience in the treatment of prostate cancer, head and neck cancer, breast cancer, and skin cancer. He has been named a multi-year top doctor by the national ranking Castle Connolly Top Doctors by Dr. John Connolly himself.

MICHAEL C. HANUS, MD With over 100 years combined experience in the practice of radiation oncology and having seen over 40,000 newly diagnosed cancer patients, Inspire Oncology represents the most experienced radiation oncology team in the nation. In their state-of-the-art facility, patients are treated with the utmost care and compassion, utilizing the latest radiation therapy technologies.

Dr. Hanus and Inspire Oncology make it a priority to provide worldclass care for patients in the comfort of our own community, which includes a patient-centric approach to all their patients’ cancer needs including cancer nutrition, exercise oncology, and mental well-being.

Inspire Oncology’s doctors recognize that each cancer patient is unique as they strive to form a special bond with each patient in order to help them reclaim their life.

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TIMOTHY KERWIN, MD, FACRO Timothy Kerwin, MD, is a Board-Certified Radiation Oncologist, a strong patient advocate, and believes in integrating compassionate care with state-of-the-art technology. He stresses a multidisciplinary approach to ensure that treatment recommendations are made with careful consideration to achieve superior outcomes.

After graduating from Emory University School of Medicine in 2003, Dr. Kerwin completed a radiation oncology residency at Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles, CA. He has been in private practice in Florida since 2008 and has been practicing in Naples since 2011. A Castle Connolly Top Doctor every year since 2015, Dr. Kerwin brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and prestige to an already accomplished team. Dr. Kerwin, a Fellow of the American College of Radiation Oncology, has served as Division Chief of Radiation Oncology for Physicians Regional Medical Center since 2012 and is the Chief of Radiation Oncology at NCH.

8625 Collier Blvd., #102 Naples 15465 Tamiami Trail N. Naples

With over 100 years of combined experience in the practice of radiation oncology and having seen over 40,000 newly diagnosed cancer patients, Inspire Oncology represents the most experienced radiation oncology team in the nation. In their state-of-the-art facility, patients are treated with the utmost care and compassion, utilizing the latest radiation therapy technologies.

Active in clinical oncology research, Dr. Kerwin has presented at national meetings and has several publications to his credit. Dr. Kerwin and Inspire Oncology make it a priority to provide world-class care for patients in the comfort of our own community, which includes a patient-centric approach to all their patients’ cancer needs including cancer nutrition, exercise oncology, and mental well-being. Inspire Oncology’s doctors recognize that each cancer patient is unique as they strive to form a special bond with each patient in order to help them reclaim their life.

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INSPIRE ONCOLOGY

8625 Collier Blvd., #102 Naples 15465 Tamiami Trail N. Naples

JAY LOEFFLER, MD, FACR, FASTRO

Dr. Loeffler is an internationally renowned oncologist who, for the past 20 years, was the Chairperson of the Radiation Oncology Department at Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School. He has also been Director of the Francis Burr Proton Center at Massachusetts General Hospital, Chair of Radiation Oncology at Massachusetts General Hospital, and Founder of the Brain Tumor Center at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. He is also the Herman and Joan Suit Professor Emeritus Harvard Medical School and a former Neurosurgery Harvard Medical School professor. He is a Member of The National Academy of Medicine and author of 400+ Publications, and Co-Editor of Nine Cancer Textbooks.

Dr. Loeffler has been featured 15 years consecutively among America’s Top Doctors, 13 years in Boston Magazine as a Top Doc, in Castle Connolly America’s Top Doctors every year since 2016, and in Castle Connolly America’s Top Doctors for Cancer every year since 2016.

Dr. Loeffler has spent his career investigating specialized radiation delivery technologies such as stereotactic radiation and proton therapy. His work helped develop the use of stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), now the mainstay treatment for benign and malignant

intracranial tumors. This research paved the way for developing stereotactic ablative radiotherapy (SABR), also known as stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), now widely used for malignancies throughout the body. As a result of this work, he received the Jacob Fabrikant Award for Lifetime Achievement in the field of stereotactic radiosurgery.

With over 100 years of combined experience in the practice of radiation oncology and having seen over 40,000 newly diagnosed cancer patients, Inspire Oncology represents the most experienced radiation oncology team in the nation. In their state-of-the-art facility, patients are treated with the utmost care and compassion, utilizing the latest radiation therapy technologies.

Dr. Loeffler and Inspire Oncology make it a priority to provide worldclass care for patients in the comfort of our own community, which includes a patient-centric approach to all their patients’ cancer needs including cancer nutrition, exercise oncology, and mental well-being.

Inspire Oncology’s doctors recognize that each cancer patient is unique as they strive to form a special bond with each patient in order to help them reclaim their life.

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BRUCE M. NAKFOOR, MD Bruce Nakfoor, MD, is a board-certified radiation oncologist with more than 32 years of experience in the medical field. He has been the most highly ranked radiation oncologist in Collier County since 1996. He has spoken at multiple national and international cancer conferences and has published over a dozen peer-reviewed cancer research papers.

Dr. Nakfoor is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of the University of Notre Dame and received his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School. He received his radiation oncology residency training at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH)/Harvard Medical School where he was awarded chief resident during his final year.

While at MGH, Dr. Nakfoor spent a year performing laboratory research investigating the treatment of prostate cancer with radiation therapy.

He has published in peer review journals on topics such as head and neck cancer, gastrointestinal cancer, and prostate cancer.

8625 Collier Blvd., #102 Naples 15465 Tamiami Trail N. Naples

With over 100 years of combined experience in the practice of radiation oncology and having seen over 40,000 newly diagnosed cancer patients, Inspire Oncology represents the most experienced radiation oncology team in the nation. In their state-of-the-art facility, patients are treated with the utmost care and compassion, utilizing the latest radiation therapy technologies.

What Dr. Nakfoor values most is creating a personal relationship with his patients, even providing his personal cell phone for their oncologic needs. Dr. Nakfoor and Inspire Oncology make it a priority to provide world class care for patients in the comfort of our own community, which includes a patient-centric approach to all their patients’ cancer needs including cancer nutrition, exercise oncology, and mental wellbeing. Inspire Oncology’s doctors recognize that each cancer patient is unique as they strive to form a special bond with each patient in order to help them reclaim their life.

239-429-0400 • INSPIREONCOLOGY.COM

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INTERNAL MEDICINE (cont.)

Tracy L. Walsh NCH Physician Group - GME Clinic 239-624-0940 Russell Weintraub Premier Inpatient Partners, LLC 239-330-2933 David L. West Private Physicians of Southwest Florida 239-415-1111 David C. White NCH Physician Group Internal Medicine 239-624-8470 Gianpietro A. Zampogna Zampogna Healthcare 239-263-1910 Paul Zuercher Gulfshore Concierge Medicine 239-566-3100

DEBRA BAILY, MD Dr. Debra Bailey established and successfully managed her award-winning Annapolis Dermatology Center until 2016 when she relocated to Florida and founded High Tide Dermatology Center of Naples.

The state-of-the-art facility allows her to provide individualized care in treating adults and children for common complex skin conditions including eczema, psoriasis, skin cancer, autoimmune skin disease, and surgery. High Tide Dermatology is the only facility to offer non-surgical treatment SRT (Superficial Radio Therapy) for non-melanoma skin cancer. Dr Bailey is excited to now offer Secret RF micro needling for wrinkle reduction provided by her highly skilled staff under her direction in addition to a full range of cosmetic services.

MATERNAL AND FETAL MEDICINE Bruce F. Cohen NCH Physician Group 239-624-6780 Loraine K. Endres Maternal Fetal Medicine of Southwest Florida 239-333-3826

NEPHROLOGY John Canterbury John Canterbury MD 239-330-1382 John E. Conrey Associates in Nephrology 239-939-0999 Teresa Liccardi Teresa Liccardi, M.D., PLLC 239-366-2223

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Carlos M. Mendez Elite Kidney Care, LLC 239-431-5767

Mary Magno Mouracade Associates in Nephrology 239-939-0999 Mark S. Russo Naples Nephrology, P.A. 239-513-1002 James Reid Sterrett Physicians Regional Healthcare System - NephrologyHypertension of Naples, P.L. 239-348-8804 Vera M. Stricevic Naples Nephrology, P.A. 239-513-1002 Krystine Swannick Nephrology & Hypertension Specialists, Inc. 239-254-0099 Joji Urlanda Renal Specialists of Naples Inc. 239-220-9191

NEUROLOGY Lisa Aenlle NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-566-3434 Matthew Baker Collier Neurologic Specialists, LLC 239-262-8971 Anthony C. Brown Florida Neurology Group 239-936-3554 Pedro Garciarena Physicians Regional Medical Group MOB Pine Ridge 239-348-4221 William Justiz Collier Neurologic Specialists, LLC 239-262-8971 Joseph Kandel Neurology Office: Joseph Kandel, M.D. & Associates 239-231-1414 Igor Levy-Reis NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-437-1121 LEARN MORE ON PAGE 149

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NEUROSURGERY Gary Colon Collier Neurologic Specialists, LLC 239-262-1721 Benjamin Ditty NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-649-1662 Mark B. Frenkel NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-649-1662 Mark Gerber NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-649-1662 Jeffrey S. Henn Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida 239-337-2003 Atilio E. Palma NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-649-1662

Paul Richard NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-649-1662 Edison Valle Giler NCH Physician Group - Neurosurgery 239-624-4670

NUCLEAR MEDICINE Yamil D. Fourzali Radiology Regional 239-936-4068

OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY Heather Auld SWFL Integrative Medicine 239-208-6676 Jennifer Bevins Southwest Florida Women’s Group 239-593-0990 Betsy Brothers Southwest Florida Women’s Group 239-593-0990 Emily Clements A Woman’s Place 239-513-0053 Blane Crandall Blane Crandall, MD, LLC 239-596-2300 Sarah Digiorgi Women’s Care of Southwest Florida 239-432-5858 Martin Ebenger Lee Physician Group - LPG Obstetrics/ Gynecology - Women & Children’s Medical Plaza 239-343-6100 Patricia D. Elliott NCH North Naples Hospital 239-552-7000

IGOR LEVY-REIS, MD Dr. Igor Levy-Reis is board-certified in neurology and in the subspecialties of geriatric neurology, neurophysiology, neuroimaging, and headache medicine.

His neurology training was at Northwestern University in Chicago, followed by a fellowship at the National Institute of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, and then a fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. He is a reviewer for Alzheimer’s Association International Conference and a preceptor for the Lincoln Memorial University Medical School.

He is the author and co-author of several publications in peer-reviewed neurological journals, with citations in journals such as The New England Journal of Medicine and Neurology. He has participated in several drug trials of new neurological therapies and presented research at national and international neurological meetings.

He has recently been elected a Fellow of the American Academy of Neurology (FAAN) in recognition of valuable contributions to the academy and to the neurology community at large. He is also a member of the American Academy of Neurology, Alzheimer’s Association International Conference, and American Headache Society.

Levy-Reis has been practicing in Naples for the past 15 years. He sees patients with a broad range of neurological diseases and has special interest in patients with memory loss, such as Alzheimer’s disease, and chronic headaches, particularly migraines.

He’s currently participating in Amyloid Brain imaging nationwide study on memory disorder.

Joseph Gauta Florida Bladder Institute 239-449-7979 Dennis Hidlebaugh Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221

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A specialist in internal medicine for over 20 years, Dr. Brzezinski helps patients take ownership of their health through education and healthy lifestyle.

Restore your Feminine Confidence Dr. Brzezinski performs diVa™, a groundbreaking laser procedure designed to address a woman’s most intimate challenges such as vaginal dryness, painful intercourse, and bladder leakage.

Activate your Orgasm The O-Shot® is a minimally invasive vaginal rejuvenating treatment for women who are experiencing low libido, difficulty achieving orgasm, vaginal dryness, painful intercourse or urinary incontinence.

Age Healthier, Live Happier Hormone Pellet Therapy helps to treat age-related problems by increasing energy, muscle strength, mental clarity, and libido. Treats low testosterone in men and women.

Peptide Treatments enhance weight loss, boost the immune system, reduce inflammation, slow the effects of aging, alleviate digestive issues, and improve sexual health.

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Lynn Kepple Byerly Naples Eye Physicians 239-262-6288

Max L. Kamerman Women’s Healthcare Physicians of Naples 239-217-6513

Julia Carter Center for Sight 239-310-2020

Chadwick Leo Lee Physician Group - Obstetrics & Gynecology, Cape Coral Hospital 239-424-2060

Victoria Chang University of Miami Health System Bascom Palmer Eye Institute 305-243-2020

Wallace W. McLean Women’s Healthcare Physicians of Naples 239-217-6513

Austin Coleman Coleman Eye Care 239-597-2792

Holly Miller A Woman’s Place 239-513-0053 Richard D. Murray Premier Women’s Care of Southwest Florida 239-432-5858 Gabriela Pachori Southwest Florida Women’s Group 239-593-0990 Steven Shephard A Woman’s Place 239-513-0053 Richard Strathmann Women’s Healthcare Physicians of Naples 239-217-6513 Cristina Tzilinis A Woman’s Place 239-513-0053 Rachel Wykes Lee Physician Group - Obstetrics & Gynecology, Cape Coral Hospital 239-424-2060

OPHTHALMOLOGY Richard Beatty Physicians Regional Medical Group MOB Pine Ridge 239-348-4221 Jon R. Berlie Center for Sight 239-310-2020

Michael J. Collins Collins Vision 239-936-4706 Alexander M. Eaton Retina Health Center 239-544-3279 Sarah Eccles-Brown Gorovoy MD Eye Specialists 239-939-1444 Jonathan M. Frantz Frantz EyeCare 239-418-0999 Tom Ghuman Retina Specialists of Southwest Florida 800-282-8281 Allister G. Gibbons University of Miami Health System Bascom Palmer Eye Institute 239-659-3937 Barrett Ross Ginsberg Ginsberg Eye Ophthalmology 239-325-2015 Stacey E. Gorovoy Gorovoy M.D. Eye Specialists P.A. 239-939-1444 Emmanuel Kai-Lewis Quigley Eye Specialists 239-466-2020 Nadia Kazim Naples Aesthetic Institute 239-320-6834

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Jaclyn Lekse Kovach University of Miami Health System Bascom Palmer Eye Institute 305-243-2020

Duane Wiggins Quigley Eye Specialists 239-594-7636

Giselle Martin Eye Care Specialists of SWFL 239-597-5700 Katrina A. Mears Retina Consultants of Southwest Florida 239-939-4323 Nika Priest-Allen Quigley Eye Specialists 239-466-2020 Thomas Quigley Quigley Eye Specialists 239-594-7636 Timothy Quinn Eye Centers of Florida 239-939-3456 Paul M. Rougraff Naples Eye Physicians 239-262-6288 Stephen G. Schwartz University of Miami Health System Bascom Palmer Eye Institute 239-659-3937 Ashish G. Sharma Retina Consultants of Southwest Florida 239-939-4323 J. David Stephens Tyson Eye 239-542-2020 David D. Tran Naples Premier Surgery Center 239-263-7750 Farrell C. Tyson Tyson Eye 239-542-2020 Hussein Wafapoor Retina Health Center 239-544-3279

Jeffrey L. Zimm All Saints Eye Center 239-592-5511

ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY Aldo Beretta Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-920-4503 Henry Kurtis Biggs The Joint Replacement Institute 239-261-2663 Kristin Cola Pediatric Orthopedics of Southwest Florida 239-432-5100 Jon Dounchis NCH Physician Group Orthopedics 239-624-1700 David E. Eichten David E. Eichten, D.O. 239-337-2003 Steven Goldberg Steven S. Goldberg, M.D., P.L. 239-316-7600 Scott Greenberg Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-920-4503 James J. Guerra Collier Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center 239-593-3500

GLENN FLANAGAN, MD Dr. Flanagan launched his practice in 2019, offering alternatives to cortisone and opioids for managing musculoskeletal pain.

He’s double board certified in anesthesiology and pain management, with post-graduate training in regenerative medicine. He’s a published researcher and author on PRP and bone marrow stem cell treatments, instructor, and recently helped launch an outcome tracking project for regenerative orthobiologic procedures.

2950 Tamiami Trail N., Suite 13 • Naples 239-276-7074 • naplesregenerativeinstitute.com

MANUEL M. PENA, M.D Dr. Pena established his practice in Naples in 1990.

He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is the presidentelect of the Florida Society of Plastic Surgeons. La-Piel Spa, the first medical spa in Naples, was created in 1995 to bring scientifically proven worldclass skin care to the area.

Bryan Hanypsiak Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221 Amy Harlow Pediatric Orthopedics of Southwest Florida 239-432-5100

Peña Plastic Surgery 6370 Pine Ridge Road, Suite 101 • Naples 239-348-7362 • dr-pena.com

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Top Doctors of 2023 Our award-winning physicians are recognized for their clinical and surgical excellence in Ophthalmology.

Jon Berlie, M.D. Cataract & Lens Replacement Surgeon

Dr. Berlie is a board-certified ophthalmologist who specializes in premium lens cataract surgery. He has been serving the Naples community for over 20 years. Dr. Berlie achieves superior visual outcomes for his cataract patients by utilizing the latest lens technology combined with state of the art equipment. His expertise in this area has led the Center For Sight Naples office to be recognized as the “Best Eye Center” in Naples, FL, for the past 15 years. In addition to laser cataract surgery, Dr. Berlie is skilled in reconstructive and cosmetic eyelid surgery. He has been honored as one of America’s “Top Doctors” by the prestigious Top Doctors list, published annually by Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd.

Julie Carter, M.D. Fellowship-Trained Glaucoma Specialist

Dr. Carter is a board-certified ophthalmologist with fellowship training in the specialty of Glaucoma. Dr. Carter was born and raised in Sarasota, Florida. She attended Georgia Tech, where she earned a degree in mechanical engineering and medical school at the University of South Florida, where she earned the honor of joining the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. Dr. Carter works closely with her glaucoma patients to develop an effective treatment plan to maintain and protect their eyesight. She feels that one of the most rewarding parts of her career is the opportunity to build longterm relationships with her patients; many of whom now feel like family.

ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY (cont.)

OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE

Michael Havig NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-325-1135

Alexander T. Owens Alexander Owens, DO 239-204-3779

Edward T. Humbert Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida 239-337-2003

PAIN MEDICINE

Patrick Joyner NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-325-1135

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Paul E. Beebe The Joint Replacement Institute 239-261-2663

Christina Kabbash Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221 Howard Kapp NCH Physician Group Orthopedic Joint Surgery 239-624-1700

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Glenn M. Flanagan Naples Regenerative Institute 239-256-8852

Chirag Patel NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-325-1135

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Stephen Friedman Jaffe Sports Medicine 239-331-8551

Benjamin A. Schnee Naples Orthopedics 239-325-4090

Scott Fuchs Korunda Pain Management Center 239-591-2803

F. Brett Shannon Pediatric Orthopedics of Southwest Florida 239-432-5100

David S. Greschler Elite Pain Care 239-450-2422

Scott A.J. Thompson Athletic Orthopedic and Reconstructive Center 239-936-6778

F. Desmond Hussey III NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-263-1641

Brian Wallace The Joint Replacement Institute 239-261-2663

Robert J. Zehr Zehr Center Orthopaedics 239-596-0100

Jonathan S. Daitch Advanced Pain Management Spine Specialists 239-437-8000 April Fetzer Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida 239-337-2003

Leon Mead Leon Mead MD 239-262-1119

Bryan L. Witt Naples Orthopedics 239-325-4090

George Arcos Korunda Pain Management Center 239-591-2803

E. Sean Kelley E. Sean Kelley, MD 239-643-1071 Zdenko Korunda Korunda Pain Management Center 239-591-2803 David Krueger Collier Neurologic Specialists, LLC 239-262-1721

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TOP DOCTORS OF 2023

JONATHAN K. JAY, MD Jonathan K. Jay, M.D., is board-certified in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery and urology. He has been practicing medicine for 25 years and for the past 20 years he has been selected as a top doctor in Naples.

Dr. Jay completed his fellowship training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School in Boston. Throughout his training, he received numerous honors and awards including Outstanding Resident Training Award and Lansing School District Distinguished Alumni Award.

His areas of interest include urodynamics and bladder dysfunction as well as urogynecology. He is involved in clinical research, including clinical trials for the minimally invasive correction of bladder control problems. Dr. Jay has significant experience in laparoscopic surgery and in robotic surgery using the da Vinci© surgical system. “The advantage with robotic surgery is it can get into tiny spaces where you can’t get your hand,” he says. “It is minimally invasive surgery, and the surgical field is magnified.”

Helping people is his favorite part of his job. He wants his patients, both men and women, to understand their diagnosis, its genesis, and their options for treatment. “Sometimes I’ll get patients with the same problems who want two different outcomes,” he says. “I define the treatment’s positives and negatives. If it’s not life-threatening, some choose to do nothing−and that’s not a bad thing. It’s about quality of life. That’s why I’m different from other doctors.”

Dr. Jay likens his discussions with patients to Paul Harvey’s famous tagline, “That’s the rest of the story.” Says Dr. Jay: “I get so much wisdom from my patients that they change my life. They make my tomorrow’s so much better.”

ROLANDO RIVERA, MD Rolando Rivera, M.D., a board-certified urologist specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery was among the first surgeons in Southwest Florida to use the da Vinci® surgery robotic surgical system to repair vaginal prolapse. He and his partner are the first in the nation to implement an in-office and ASC setting Peer to Peer Immersion program for UroLift. He also offers men and women suffering from overactive bladder and urinary incontinence InterStim® neuromodulation therapy and Botox® injections in the bladder. “We pride ourselves in being state-of-the art, and it is a very broad field. I do enjoy that,” he says.

With expertise in all urological diseases and erectile dysfunction, Dr. Rivera also offers endoscopic procedures, laser procedures, and laparoscopic surgery.

Throughout his career, he has written multiple abstracts on a variety of topics for urological meetings and preceptors for students.

Dr. Rivera started his medical career as a general medical doctor in the U.S. Army. Surgical issues are what first attracted him to medicine, but once in practice, he realized his patients were what he truly enjoyed. “I’ve had longstanding relationships with patients for years since I started practicing in 2006, and in some specialties you don’t have that,” Dr. Rivera says.

Being involved with the community is also important to Dr. Rivera. He is a past president of the Florida Urological Society and is an active member in the Physician Led Access Network (PLAN), a nonprofit network of health professionals who help provide access to quality health care for low-income and uninsured adult residents in Collier County.

“I’m just a regular guy trying to do what I can for my family, my patients, and my community,” he says.

KRISTINA BUSCAINO, DO, MS Dr. Buscaino is a urologist practicing in our Naples and Ft. Myers offices. She completed her sexual medicine fellowship at University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida. Her interests include erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease, testosterone deficiency, fertility, and general urology. She has multiple publications within her field and has given presentations at numerous medical conferences.

She is accepting patients for consultation, evaluation, and treatment.

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ALEXANDER M. EATON, MD Founder and director of Retina Health Center, Dr. Alexander M. Eaton has practiced ophthalmology in Southwest Florida since 1993.

He is board-certified and is an authority on the treatment of macular degeneration, diabetes, and other macular problems. Dr. Eaton has won numerous awards including the American Society Retina Specialist Honor Award, the American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award and The Scientific Achievement Award from the Lee County Medical Society.

HUSSEIN WAFAPOOR, MD Board-certified retina specialist at Retina Health Center, Dr. Hussein Wafapoor has won numerous awards throughout his career, including the Samuel B. Johnson Teacher of the Year Award, an Appreciation Award from the VA Medical Center, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology Achievement Award.

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PAIN MEDICINE (cont.)

Michael Martinez ProActive Pain Care 239-676-5665 Prathima Moorthy Pain Management Center of Naples, PA 239-593-9594 Robert O’Leary Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221 Joseph V. Pergolizzi NEMA Research, Inc. 239-597-3564 Chaturani Ranasinghe Jaffe Sports Medicine 239-254-7778

PATHOLOGY Jeffrey Eisenstein Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-304-4869

PEDIATRIC ENDOCRINOLOGY Cayce Jehaimi Lee Physician Group Pediatric Endocrinology, Women & Children’s Medical Plaza 239-343-9890 Asjad Khan Lee Physician Group Pediatric Endocrinology, Women & Children’s Medical Plaza 239-343-9890 Sujana Reddy Lee Physician Group Pediatric Endocrinology, Women & Children’s Medical Plaza 239-343-9890

PEDIATRIC GASTROENTEROLOGY Jayshree V. Ganatra Pediatric Gastroenterology of Florida 239-561-6365

Daniel A. Ostler Naples Pathology Associates 239-263-1777

Patricia Subnaik Lee Physician Group Pediatric Gastroenterology 239-343-7474

PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY

Kinjal Suryawala Kidz Medical Services 239-213-0690

Eric Eason Lee Physician Group 239-254-4270 Michael LaCorte Lee Physician Group Pediatric Cardiology Golisano Children’s Health Center 239-343-4197 Levi Novero Kidz Medical Services 239-213-0690 Tankut Onal Lee Physician Group Pediatric Cardiology HealthPark Commons 239-343-7490

Viraine Weerasooriya Lee Physician Group Pediatric Gastroenterology 239-343-4190

PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY AND ONCOLOGY Emad Salman Lee Physician Group Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida 239-343-5333

PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE Maria Isabel Rosas Garcia Kidz Medical Services 239-213-0690

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TOP DOCTORS OF 2023

EUGENE A. BATELLI, DPM

CONSTANTINE G. BARBOUNIS, DPM

Naples podiatrist Eugene A. Batelli, DPM, is double board

Constantine G. Barbounis, DPM, is a Board Certified Foot & Ankle

certified in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle

Surgeon who specializes in foot and ankle surgery, trauma, diabetic

surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Dr.

foot care, wound-care management, and pediatric foot deformities.

Batelli, originally from Totowa, N.J., and received his bachelor’s

Dr. Barbounis also is the current team foot and ankle doctor for

degree in biology from St. Peter’s College in New Jersey. He

the Florida Gulf Coast University athletics program. He received a

received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from New York College

Bachelor of Science degree from Syracuse University, followed by

of Podiatric Medicine and completed a two-year surgical residency

his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Temple University School

at PBI Regional Medical Center in New Jersey, where he received

of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia. Dr. Barbounis completed

extensive training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery with an

his podiatric surgical residency at St. Agnes Medical Center in

emphasis on diabetic limb salvage and trauma.

Philadelphia. Dr. Barbounis is a Fellow of the American College of

Dr. Batelli is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, the American College of Lower Extremity Surgeons, and the American Professional Wound Care Association. Dr. Batelli treats high-end athletes who participate in high school and Division I college sports, New York City and Boston marathoners, and professional football players. He also is a lecturer and instructor on the latest surgical techniques and serves on the product development board of Trilliant Surgical, Ltd.

Foot & Ankle Surgeons, is on staff at Naples Community Hospital, and has been serving the SWFL community for over 20 years.

We are excited to welcome

JONATHAN FURMANEK, DPM, AACFAS Dr. Furmanek is a board certified podiatrist

treating all conditions of the Foot, Ankle, and Lower Leg.

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Thomas Quigley, M.D.

Nika Priest-Allen, M.D.

Board-Certified Ophthalmologist Cataract Surgeon & Super Specialist

Board-Certified Ophthalmologist Cataract and Glaucoma Surgeon

Emmanuel Kai-Lewis, M.D.

Dwayne Wiggins, M.D.

Board-Certified Ophthalmologist Cataract and Cornea Surgeon

Board-Certified Ophthalmologist Cataract and Refractive Surgeon

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SWFL’s Top Doctors Tom Ghuman,

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Board-Certified Ophthalmologist & Retina-Vitreous Specialist

Board-Certified Ophthalmologist & Retina-Vitreous Specialist

Ashish Sharma, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Board-Certified Ophthalmologist & Retina-Vitreous Specialist

With an exceptional medical team, Quigley Eye Specialists combines excellent care with the most advanced technology to ensure your best possible vision. Whether you have cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye, droopy eyelids, cornea issues, or retinal conditions, we have the right specialist for you.

Retina Consultants of Southwest Florida® is part of the Quigley Eye Specialists family and the region’s most experienced team of retina specialists with more than 125 years combined experience. Our goal is to help you see your best by preserving your precious eyesight. From diagnosis to treatment, we look forward to serving your retinal health care needs.

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PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGY

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Experience Pain-Free Living with Innovative Treatments As one of the leading podiatrists for over 23 years, Dr. Alphonse Tribuiani takes advantage of innovative treatments and restorative therapy.

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Natalie Gillson Lee Physician Group Pediatric Neurology - Women & Children’s Medical Plaza 239-343-6051 Ramzy Medaa Kidz Medical Services 239-213-0690 Guillermo Philipps Lee Physician Group Pediatric Neurology, Women & Children’s Medical Plaza 239-343-6050 Britt Stroud Lee Physician Group Pediatric Neurology, Women & Children’s Medical Plaza 239-343-6050

PEDIATRIC PSYCHIATRY

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Michael Carr Lee Physician Group Pediatric Urology - Summerlin Rd 239-343-7474

PEDIATRICS (GENERAL) Dawn M. Bertram-Stewart Apple Pediatrics 239-455-1882 Reisha Brown Healthcare Network 239-596-3133 Nicole M. Bruno Island Coast Pediatrics 238-768-2111 John A. Distasio Lee Physician Group LPG Pediatrics - Coconut Point 239-343-9888

PEDIATRIC PULMONOLOGY

Denise Drago Lee Physician Group Pediatrics, Page Field 239-343-9888

Patrick S. Maeng Children’s Specialists of Florida Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine 239-437-5500

9250 Corkscrew Rd Suite 7 Estero, Fl. 33928 239-949-2121

PEDIATRIC UROLOGY

Brent Lovett Brent Lovett, MD, PA 239-300-4244

Oscar A. Alea Children’s Specialists of Florida Pulmonology and Sleep Medicine 239-437-5500

ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE

Evans Valerie Lee Physician Group Pediatric Surgery - Summerlin Rd 239-343-7474

PEDIATRIC SLEEP MEDICINE Jose Colon Lee Physician Group - Sleep Medicine 239-343-0762

PEDIATRIC SURGERY Damian Maxwell Lee Physician Group Golisano Children’s Health Center 239-254-4271

Dulce Dudley Lighthouse Pediatrics of Naples 239-449-9882 Pierre Loredo Lee Physician Group Pediatrics, Page Field 239-343-9888 Sobia Najm Masoud Beachside Pediatrics of Naples 239-598-5750 Phillip Mote Lee Physician Group LPG Pediatrics - Coconut Point 239-343-9888 Andrew Podos Millennium Physician Group 239-649-3323

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CONGRATULATIONS! DR. REISHA BROWN TOP DOCTOR We are honored to have this compassionate doctor providing care to our young patients!

Healthcare Network is one of the largest providers of primary care to children in Collier County. Our pediatric providers see children from birth to adolescence, offering comprehensive care through all stages of development including immunizations, hearing exams, sports and school physicals, pediatric services, vision exams, growth and development exams, and health education.

Healthcare Network is a nonprofit organization working to ensure medical care is accessible to everyone, regardless of their income or insurance status. Since its founding in Immokalee in 1977, Healthcare Network has grown with the community to provide primary care to approximately 50,000 people through high-quality, comprehensive services including family care, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, pharmacy as well as dental care and integrated behavioral health for all patients.

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Vision Center where the focus is on you.

239.948.7555 • www.drkonowal.com

PEDIATRICS (GENERAL) (cont.)

Thomas Schiller Lee Physician Group LPG Pediatrics - Coconut Point 239-343-9888 Debbie Shepard Lighthouse Pediatrics of Naples 239-449-9882 Piedade Silva Lee Physician Group LPG Pediatrics - Coconut Point 239-343-9888

OUR MISSION:

KONOWAL VISION CENTER OFFERS:

Laser Cataract Surgery Custom Laser Vision Correction Routine Eye Exams / Contact Lens Fittings Botox® Cosmetic, Juvederm® Family of Fillers Dr. Konowal was voted BEST OPHTHALMOLOGIST in Southwest Florida for seven years straight and was selected as the Laser Vision Gold Surgeon by Laser Vision Centers nationally.

Alexandra Konowal D.O. BOARD CERTIFIED OPHTHALMOLOGIST

Fellowship-Trained in Cornea & Refractive Surgery

9500 Corkscrew Palm Circle #3 Estero, Florida 33928

David A. Pitts NCH Physician Group Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 239-552-7694

PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY Anurag Agarwal Aesthetic Surgery Center 239-319-4564 Leopoldo M. Baccaro Naples Plastic Surgery 239-566-2611

William Wood Lee Physician Group Pediatrics, Page Field 239-343-9888

Andrea Basile Basile Plastic Surgery 239-514-8777

PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION

Amy Brewster Advanced Dermatology And Cosmetic Surgery 904-224-1171

Robert Eilers Rehabilitation Associates of Naples 239-593-0927

Dedicated to advance your vision to a new level of precision and clarity with emphasis on patient care and service.

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April Fetzer Joint Implant Surgeons of Florida 239-337-2003 LEARN MORE ON PAGE 143

Scott Fuchs Korunda Pain Management Center 239-591-2803 Peter J. Jaffe Jaffe Sports Medicine 239-331-8551 Colin Kanar Rehabilitation Associates of Naples 239-593-0927 Curtis Ladd NCH Physical Medicine and Rehab 239-552-7694 Gustavo Medina NCH Physician Group - Moorings Park 239-643-9133 Robert O’Leary Physicians Regional Medical Group 239-348-4221

Diana Carrau Naples Aesthetic Institute 239-320-6834 Robert G. Chami Riverchase Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery 239-216-4337 Audrey Farahmand Farahmand Plastic Surgery 239-332-2388 Elizabeth Fox Fox Plastic Surgery 239-262-8585 Paul M. Gardner Naples Plastic Surgery 239-566-2611 Ralph R. Garramone Garramone Plastic Surgery 239-420-7454 Kiran Gill Naples Aesthetic Institute 239-320-6834 LEARN MORE ON PAGE 141

Kent V. Hasen Kent V. Hasen, MD: Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Med Spa of Naples 239-262-5662

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Ramzy Medaa, MD Pediatric Neurology

Levi Novero, MD Pediatric Cardiology

Maria I. Rosas-Garcia, MD Pediatric Infectious Disease

Kinjal Suryawala, MD Pediatric Gastroenterology

KIDZ Pediatric Multispecialty Center

Pediatrics n Pediatric Cardiology n Pediatric Gastroenterology n Pediatric Hematology/Oncology n Pediatric Infectious Disease Pediatric Neurology n Pediatric Pulmonology

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Congratulations to all of our physicians who have been recognized as top doctors!

We celebrate you and all you do to take care of our community with skill, grace, and

compassion.

PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY (cont.)

Lori Finn Finn Foot & Ankle Center 239-260-5805

Jon Jackson The Jackson Center 239-598-9009

Jill V. Hickey Jill V. Hickey, DPM 239-436-1999

Michael K. Kim Michael K. Kim M.D. 239-939-5233

Jeffrey Kleiman Institute for Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine 239-489-4909

Robert D. Klausner Robert D. Klausner, MD 239-498-4968 Manuel Peña Peña Plastic Surgery 239-348-7362

Kelly Malinoski Kelly Malinoski, DPM, FACFAS 239-260-5181

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Gregory Mazur Gulfcoast Foot and Ankle Specialists 239-949-3399

Mark F. Prysi Prysi Cosmetic Surgery 239-449-6489

Christopher Paladino The Foot & Ankle Care Center, PA 239-498-1176

William Ross Physicians Regional Healthcare System 239-354-6000

Lauren M. Pelucacci Family Foot & Leg Center, PA 239-430-3668

Jon F. Strohmeyer Jon F. Strohmeyer, M.D., F.A.C.S. 239-261-5525

Ngoc Pham Florida Regional Foot and Ankle Specialists PLLC 305-586-8502

Andrew Turk Naples Cosmetic Surgery Center 239-316-1689

Jake R. Powers Family Foot & Leg Center, PA 239-430-3668

PODIATRY

R. John Salm Foot & Ankle Management Group 239-263-0200

Jenny Adams Adams Foot & Ankle 239-260-7476 Todd R. Burmeister Foot & Ankle Management Group 239-263-0200

Alphonse R. Tribuiani Total Podiatry of SW Florida 239-949-2121

PREVENTIVE MEDICINE

William (Cliff) Burmeister Foot & Ankle Management Group 239-263-0200

Lindita R. Hobdari Hobdari Family Health 239-260-1033

Christopher Calcagni Coastal Foot & Ankle Center 239-747-0793

PSYCHIATRY

Wesley Drew Chapman Family Foot & Leg Center, PA 239-430-3668

Robert M. Allen Robert M. Allen D.O. 239-275-6001

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Jeffrey L. Zimm, M.D. is the founder and medical director of All Saints Eye Center, which offers four offices conveniently located in southwest Florida and comprehensive eye care such as routine eye exams, contact lenses and an optical shop at all locations. The doctors at ASEC specialize in advanced cataract surgery, multifocal intraocular lenses, retina, glaucoma, dermatology and oculoplastic services.

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Collier Sports Medicine Named Top Doctors of 2023

Richard J. Capiola Physicians Regional Healthcare System 239-649-7494 Jeffrey E. Fabacher Behavioral Medicine Associates 239-261-8188 Margaret Forszpaniak Brent Lovett, MD, PA 239-300-4244 Brent Lovett Brent Lovett, MD, PA 239-300-4244 Monica Robles Seaside Oaks Psychiatry 239-784-2297 James L. Schaller James L. Schaller, MD, MAR 239-263-0133 Marlene Steinberg Marlene Steinberg, MD 413-695-6283

RADIATION ONCOLOGY Alan Brown Advocate Radiation Oncology 239-372-2838 Arie Dosoretz Advocate Radiation Oncology 239-437-1977 Graciela Garton Advocate Radiation Oncology 239-372-2838

James J. Guerra, MD, FAAOS

Brett A. Wilhoit, MD

Michael C. Hanus Inspire Oncology 239-429-0100 LEARN MORE ON PAGE 144

Timothy Kerwin Inspire Oncology 239-429-0100 LEARN MORE ON PAGE 145

Board Certified & Fellowship Trained Specializing in Sports Medicine & Arthroscopic Surgery

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James Rubenstein Advocate Radiation Oncology 239-437-1977 Sonal Sura GenesisCare 239-436-5520

RADIOLOGY Stuart A. Bobman Radiology Regional 239-936-2316 Thomas Anderson Elkins Radiology Regional 239-936-4068 Harmindar K. Gill NCH Physician Group Proscan Imaging Naples, LLC 239-624-4443 Glenn E. Groat Radiology Regional 239-936-2316 Randolph J. Knific Radiology Regional 239-936-4068 Lawrence D. Leigh Radiology Regional 239-430-1400 Jay Loeffler Inspire Oncology 239429-0100 LEARN MORE ON PAGE 146

Richard Pagliara Radiology Regional 239-430-1400 Jose Rodriguez Radiology Regional 239-936-4068 Krystal Smith Breast Center of Naples 239-238-1210 Michael R. Theobald Radiology Regional 239-430-1400

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Eric E. Vensel Radiology Regional 239-430-1400

EYE CARE

Bruce Roy Millennium Physician Group 239-963-1055

Theresa Vensel Radiology Regional 239-430-1400

SPECIALISTS OF SWFL

DR. GISELLE MARTIN Board-certified general ophthalmologist specializing in small incision cataract surgeries with a concentration in premium intraocular implants, laser assisted cataract surgeries, pterygium removals and early detection and treatment of glaucoma. She also performs refraction, contact lens fitting, dry eye evaluation and retinal diagnosis.

REPRODUCTIVE ENDOCRINOLOGY / INFERTILITY Connie Alford IVFMD 239-687-5600 Craig R. Sweet Specialists in Reproductive Medicine & Surgery, P.A. 239-275-8118

Dr. Martin has worked in a successful private practice for more than 20 years, as well as serving as an Assistant Professor in the training of residents in ophthalmology. She is fluent in Spanish and English.

RHEUMATOLOGY

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Jeffrey A. Alper Jeffrey A. Alper, M.D., PA 239-262-6550

WHO'S WHO IN HEALTH

Florida Bladder Institute

José R. Valle Giler NCH Physician Group - Pulmonary 239-624-8160 Monica O. Woodward Sleep Disorders Center of SW Florida 239-254-1233

SPORTS MEDICINE

After receiving her Bachelor of Science, Dr. Martin attended the University of Puerto Rico Medical School, where she completed her residency program in Ophthalmology.

JOSEPH GAUTA M.D. FACOG

Chris Mendello Chris Mendello MD, FCCP 239-208-0381

Alain Alvarez Jeffrey A. Alper, M.D., PA 239-262-6550

James J. Guerra Collier Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center 239-593-3500 Michael Havig NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-325-1135 Patrick Joyner NASA Neuroscience And Spine Associates, PL 239-325-1135

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Casa Neri’s chef Marco Nitride (below) serves up unique flavor combinations in the Napoli tradition.

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Neri points out, Casa Neri “is like nothing else here,” she says. “It’s a boutique restaurant.”

Interesting enough, the sibling duo drew their inspiration for Casa Neri when dining in Naples, Italy.

They were mesmerized by the cuisine of master chef Marco Nitride. The Neris could not get enough of his gourmet food and flavor combinations, like mango and tuna, and wanted to share them with diners. So, they boldly brought him to Naples, Florida, to open a restaurant with a new concept. Read more about Casa Neri and chef Nitride on the next page. (@casaneri_naples) –Gina Birch

Neapolitan Cuisine Ask Francesca Neri about her new Italian restaurant and she beams. In midDecember, Neri and her brother, Andrea, opened the doors to Casa Neri, located on Fifth Avenue South, and the race for foodies to secure a table commenced.

The Neris also own Molto Trattoria and co-own La Pescheria, both also located on Fifth Avenue South. However, as

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The Casa Neri space was originally intended to be an Italian deli. Plans changed when they met Nitride, however.

If you are looking for more traditional Italian cuisine, Neri says Molto’s menu is for you. Casa Neri, she explains, is for more adventurous diners—for those who travel and like to experience new things. Thus far, that appears to be a lot of people; reservations can be hard to come by. Casa Neri is truly boutique dining, with only 25 seats and a small bar.

That bar extends from a glass case stocked with cured meats, seafood, and cheeses, a nod to the original plans.

The contents of the case are artfully sliced and arranged on boards for appetizers. Some boards contain thin slices of tuna and salmon rather than the more typical prosciutto. Accoutrements include fruit jellies among other offerings.

Salmon carpaccio is not marinated in a traditional lemon and olive oil mix. Instead, beets are used, and the root vegetables offer a touch of sweetness to the fish.

“The chef likes to use a contrast of flavors in many of the dishes,” Neri explains.

The predominant methods of cooking include sous vide and baking. Lamb is slow cooked for 14 hours, resulting in meat that is tender and full-flavored. As for the pastas?

Like Casa Neri’s sauces, they are made in house, including culurgiones, a thick, ornate pasta originating from Sardinia.

Making these is a labor of love.

“Everything is made here,” Neri says. “[Nitride] keeps the Napoli tradition of using a lot of escarole, eggplant, tomatoes, and cod.”

While there’s much to savor at this new dining destination, save room for the sweet, too. Diners rave about the strawberry cheesecake covered in puffs of cotton candy.

The unique, well-executed dishes are magnets for food lovers. But, it’s not the food alone that attracts and delights; there’s an emotional connection, too. “It’s like dining in our home,” Neri says. –G.B.

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Local farmers markets thrive this time of year. While there are standard produce items carefully displayed under many of the tents, market days can also be full of surprises. Local artisans, chefs, and holistic entrepreneurs are known to set up shop, hoping to connect with like-minded residents.

To take advantage of the markets near you and to help you discover more, put the venues below on your radar. Keep in mind that markets are seasonal; some close for the summer. Others have had to relocate and reboot due to Hurricane Ian. The landscape is still changing.

It’s part of the fun and adventure of wandering through a local farmers market. —G.B. Vanderbilt Farmers Market 2355 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples Saturdays, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

Market typically closes June through September

Sugden Park Plaza Farmers Market 4270 Tamiami Trail East, Naples Sundays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Third Street South Farmer’s Market Third Street South, Naples Saturdays, 7:30-11:30 a.m., through April at this location

Saint Paul’s Farmers’ Market Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church, 3807 Davis Blvd., Naples Saturdays, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., through mid-April

Pine Ridge Road Farmer’s Market 3370 Pine Ridge Road, Naples Sundays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Rookery Bay Farmers Market 300 Tower Road, Naples Sundays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

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FRESH TAKE

Found at Naples Grande Beach Resort, The Catch of the Pelican is a casual outpost featuring a new menu, an even happier happy hour, and a fresh spin on spring dining.

The outdoor terrace is an inviting space to gather for food, libations, fresh air, and sunshine.

It’s colored with bougainvillea and tropical foliage, proving a picturesque setting at sunset. Bistro lights add to the relaxed yet sophisticated ambience as day transitions to night.

The new seasonal bar menu features a refreshing Aperol spritz, a tropical sweet mai tai, and martinis customized to patron’s preferences.

Bartenders here know their craft and like to have fun with those who settle into one of the comfortable bar chairs.

As one might suspect by its name, The Catch of the Pelican has a menu that encompasses myriad seafood offerings. The selection of fresh shucked oysters changes daily. Menu items are known to change seasonally and always include local specialties such as stone crab claws.

Enjoy fresh seafood offerings such as octopus (above) on the Cliff Terrace (right) at The Catch of the Pelican.

Black grouper is a perennial favorite. The mild fish comes with a sweet and slightly spicy mango and chili chutney. Diners who prefer things on the meatier side rave about the double Wagyu smash burger. Not your average burger, the beef patty is topped with smoked gouda, while the brioche bun that holds it receives a brush of guajillo aioli and chorizo jam.

The Catch has a history of welcoming locals as well as resort guests.

It’s one of Naples’ off-the-beaten-path dining treasures. (naplesgrande. com) –G.B.

NI ’s curated dining guide for Greater NAPLES THE LISTINGS The Naples area is packed with an abundance of great eateries, serving up food and drinks to satisfy every palate. Naples Illustrated has rounded up details on can’tmiss places for dining delights.

As our community continues to recover from Hurricane Ian, please contact restaurants directly before visiting for the most up-to-date information.

AMERICAN ALEXANDER’S The tastes of farm-to-table American and European cuisine commingle at this fine dining establishment. 4077 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (alexandersnaples.com) ALICE SWEETWATER’S BAR & GRILLE An institution of 34 years, this local favorite serves a large array of lunch and dinner fare. 1996 Airport Road S., Naples (alicesweetwatersbarandgrille.com) THE BEVY Everything old is new again at The Bevy (short for beverage). Be sure to try the Blackberry Tom Cat from the signature cocktail menu. 360 12th Ave. S., Naples (naplesbevy.com)

BILL’S CAFÉ Chef Bill Salley presides over an open kitchen that slings comfort food and connects to a welcoming dining area underscored by classic rock tunes. 947 Third Ave. N., Naples (billscafenaples.com) BISTRO 821 A long-time favorite, thanks to executive chef Jess Housman’s menu fusing Asian, European, and domestic flavors. 821 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (bistro821.com) BLUEBERRY’S RESTAURANT There’s something for everyone at Blueberry’s, from a hearty skillet to an egg white scramble to pancakes. 3350 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (blueberrys-restaurant.com) BRICKTOP’S Boasting classic American dishes and an outstanding brunch featuring gems like brioche French toast and lobster Benedict. 5555 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (bricktops.com) BROOKS BURGERS Brooks’ three Naples locations are celebrated for gourmet classics and trendy options, such as Korean barbecue, fig jam and, of course, doughnut. 330 Ninth St. S.; 2220 Logan Blvd.

N. Ste. 805; 845 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (brooksburgers.com) COOPER’S HAWK WINERY Signature dishes paired with Cooper’s Hawk wines in a casual setting. 11905 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (chwinery.com) FUSE BBQ Stop by for Texas-style brisket, Memphisstyle ribs, and Carolina-style pork. 2500 Tamiami Trail N. #114, Naples (fusebbq.com)

GOLDIES RESTAURANT For reliable Americana cuisine and friendly service, look no further than this hidden gem. 5400 Taylor Road, Naples (goldies restaurant.com) THE HANGOUT BY TWO GUYS Brothers Peter and Larry Falisi dish out a relaxing vibe with Italian dishes based on family recipes and “secret ingredients,” along with a mix of tacos, quesadillas, sliders, and vegan entrées. 2360 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (hangoutnaples.com) HAROLD’S PLACE A fun, casual bar and grill that serves classic burgers, seafood, salads, and more in a tropical setting complete with a chickee bar and poolside dining. 2555 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (naplesharoldsplace.com) HOBNOB Elevated comfort food and sophisticated fare in a modern yet warm atmosphere. Beef and fish are brought in fresh daily and filleted on site. 720 Fifth Ave. S. Unit 101, Naples (hobnobnaples.com) KC AMERICAN BISTRO As the name implies, regional American cuisine is on tap. 885 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (kcamericanbistro.com) LAKE PARK DINER A healthy spin on classic diner fare, with an emphasis on organic meats and produce.

944 Seventh Ave. N., Naples (thelakeparkdiner.com) THE LOCAL Fresh, healthy meals dominate the menu, and its brunch is one of the best in town. 5323 Airport-Pulling Road, Naples (thelocalnaples.com) NAPLESILLUSTRATED.COM | APRIL 2023

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Sourcing the freshest, highest quality ingredients is a priority for the chefs who oversee the best kitchens in Southwest Florida.

Finding fresh produce is as simple as walking out their side door for the culinary team at Veranda E, the alfresco restaurant at Hotel Escalante, located on the corner of Fifth Avenue South and Third Street South in Naples. “No one else in the area is doing what we are,” says Hotel Escalante owner Mary Brandt.

So, what’s doing there? Brandt is nurturing a vibrant aeroponic garden behind the restaurant. A traditional dirt garden containing root vegetables is also planted. Together, they form a gold mine for Veranda E’s global haute cuisine.

Brandt has always been intrigued with growing foods and can often be found among the towers in her fashionable suits and high heels, inspecting and pruning the plants.

She first discovered the vertical plant towers at Walt Disney World’s EPCOT. “Since there is no dirt, the plants are organic, and everything is so much easier to control,” she says.

In addition, the water used in the system is filtered.

This ensures an extra layer of protection from unwanted chemicals or contaminants that could affect the sometimesdelicate produce.

These 24-foot towers are home to a treasure trove of greens. At any given time, you’ll find numerous varieties of lettuce, arugula, kale, spinach, watercress, and bok choy in the towers.

The garden also has herbs, peppers, heirloom tomatoes, and snap peas. When the produce is harvested, one-third of each plant remains intact so it can regenerate. It’s quicker than starting over from seeds and adds another layer of sustainability.

Along with sustainability and unparalleled quality control, the garden also makes sound economic sense, especially considering the

MICHELBOB’S CHAMPIONSHIP RIBS & STEAKS Family-run since 1976, Michelbob’s offers a full bar and comprehensive menu of barbecue favorites. 371 Airport-Pulling Road N., Naples (michel bobs.com) MIDNIGHT TAVERN This laid-back gastropub serves American favorites—specialty burgers, handhelds, fries, salads, and appetizers—along with live music three nights a week. 2800 Davis Blvd., Naples (midnighttavernfl.com) OLD NAPLES PUB AND THE VILLAGE PUB Both of these local favorites feature an array of handhelds and finger-friendly foods perfect for the casual setting. 255 13th Ave. S.; 4360 Gulf Shore Blvd., Naples (naplespubs.com)

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Veranda E and The MED have installed innovative aeroponic gardens to ensure the freshest produce for use in the restaurants’ kitchens.

rapidly rising costs of produce. But perhaps the best part is the taste of the vegetables. None are harvested before they are ready.

“We can clip the greens and have them on a plate in minutes,” Brandt says. It doesn’t get any fresher than that.

The system in fact works so well that she installed an aeroponic garden at The MED, Brandt’s latest restaurant endeavor on Bayshore Drive in Naples. Herbs and edible flowers are also grown here. “The garden is front and center for guests to see,” she says.

While some of the aeroponic towers at Veranda E were damaged and many of the plants were lost during Hurricane Ian, they have rebounded and are overflowing with lush greens for the picking and eating. (hotelescalante.com; themednaples.com) –G.B.

RIDGWAY BAR & GRILL Chef Tony Ridgway continues wowing diners with classic American cuisine.

1300 Third St. S., Naples (ridgwaybarandgrill.com) THE ROOSTER A smorgasbord of savory Southern offerings, including biscuits and gravy to crow about. 600 Goodlette Road N. Ste. 101, Naples (theroosternaples.com) SEVENTH SOUTH CRAFT FOOD + DRINK Owner Barry Larkin and chef Jay Schrednitz offer a locally and globally sustainable seafood program, handcut steaks, house-made pastas, and reimagined cocktails, along with a Sunday brunch. 849 Seventh Ave. S., Naples (seventhsouth.com) TAVERN ON THE BAY This popular sports bar boasts huge televisions, great comfort food, and

a lovely view of the Gordon River. 489 Bayfront Place, Naples (tavernonthebay.net) THREE60 MARKET In addition to a stellar market, this local favorite boasts a café that serves classic, fresh fare for breakfast and lunch or an early dinner.

2891 Bayview Drive, Naples (three60market.com) TOMMY BAHAMA RESTAURANT & BAR Born in Naples, the Tommy Bahama laid-back lifestyle is full throttle in its original festive eatery and bar at 1220 Third St. S., Naples; and Coconut Point, 23150 Fashion Drive #101, Estero (tommybahama.com) TRUE FOOD KITCHEN The eclectic menu features anti-inflammatory dishes that will make you feel good from the inside out. 5375 Tamiami Trail N. Ste. 15, Naples (truefoodkitchen.com/naples)

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LUSH Libations Step into The Bevy, and you’ll quickly witness how seriously this establishment takes its cocktails. The U-shaped bar is the center of the restaurant on Twelfth Avenue South, located just off Third Street South.

The bar’s top is lined with beakers and jars stuffed with all manner of fresh ingredients for crafting cocktails from bouquets of mint and basil to sprigs of rosemary to sliced fruit, olives, and more.

The Bevy (short for beverage) is known for both its handcrafted cocktails, as well as its gastropub menu. The two are delivered in a chic open-air space. The design features a retractable roof and a vibrant, living plant wall.

Instead of a traditional French 75, The Bevy offers an Italian 75 sparkling cocktail.

It’s a refreshing blend of rosemary lavender vodka, simple syrup, and lemon juice, topped with Prosecco. A sprig of rosemary adds to the aromatics.

On those spring nights, when a slight chill still lingers in the air, the Cedar Fire OldFashioned is a go-to. For this signature drink, a cedar plank is torched until it begins to smoke. A bar glass is placed on top to trap the smoke and infuse it into the cocktail.

The cocktail mix features a combination of whiskey, orange bitters, and maple syrup. The finishing touches include the careful addition of an ice block containing fruit, as well as a thick piece of candied bacon for the garnish.

The open-air environment of The Bevy is popular with not only the well-heeled but also the well-pawed. There is always a spot for well-behaved pups. (naplesbevy.com) –G.B.

THE WAREHOUSE A menu dotted with fresh, local ingredients complements an award-winning cocktail program. 9010 Bellaire Bay Drive, Naples (thewarehousenaples.com) YABBA ISLAND GRILL A fun place for steaks, seafood, and cocktails. 711 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (yabbaisland grill.com) YARD HOUSE With unique and plentiful tap options, Yard House offers an electric atmosphere and array of hearty American entrées. 4251 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (yardhouse.com)

SEAFOOD AQUA The restaurant’s look is fresh and airy, just right for the seafood-centric menu. 862 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (aquafifth.com) THE BAY HOUSE Overlooking the Cocohatchee River, this eatery features a beautiful dining room plus Southern-inspired seafood fare. 799 Walkerbilt Road, Naples (bay​house​naples.com) BAYSIDE SEAFOOD GRILL & BAR This Venetian Bay favorite boasts grand water views, prime grilled 182

meats, and seafood specialties. 4270 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (baysideseafoodgril​land​bar.com) THE BOATHOUSE ON NAPLES BAY Arrive by car or dock your boat at this waterfront seafood restaurant overlooking Naples Bay. 990 Broad Ave. S., Naples (boathouseonnaplesbay.com) CAPTAIN & KREWE SEAFOOD MARKET & RAW BAR Enjoy oysters and other seafood, beer, and wine in a relaxed atmosphere. 629 Eighth St. S., Naples (cknaples.com) THE CATCH OF THE PELICAN Fine steaks, local seafood, and hand-picked produce—much of it grown onsite—in a relaxed, sophisticated setting overlooking the pool at Naples Grande. 475 Seagate Drive, Naples (naplesgrande.com) THE CLAW BAR This sister restaurant to The Bay House features a sophisticated blend of Southern traditions and high-quality ingredients. 221 Ninth St. S., Naples (theclawbar.com) THE DOCK AT CRAYTON COVE An open-air restaurant serving fresh catches prepared with Caribbean and Latin influences. 845 12th Ave. S., Naples (dockcrayton​cove.com)

FISH RESTAURANT Fabulous views of Venetian Bay complement the outstanding seafood. 4360 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (fishrestaurantnaples.com) GROUPER & CHIPS The grouper is spectacular, as are the crab cakes, fish tacos, and bouillabaisse. 338 Ninth St. N., Naples (grouperandchipsnaples.com) HOGFISH HARRY’S Showcasing the Gulf Coast’s bounty, Hogfish Harry’s serves up signatures such as monkfish bucco and, of course, grilled hogfish. 600 Neapolitan Way, Naples (hogfishharrys.com) LA PESCHERIA A creative, stellar eatery that honors the culture of Italian fish markets. 474 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (lapescherianaples.com) MR. BIG FISH This family-friendly eatery specializes in delicious chowders and locally caught seafood dishes. 754 Neapolitan Way, Naples (mrbigfish.com) OCEAN PRIME Enjoy exceptional hospitality, a delectable seafood and steak menu, luxe cocktails, and a vibrant atmosphere. 699 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (ocean-prime.com) PINCHERS CRAB SHACK Fresh, local seafood in a casual, family-friendly setting. 1200 Fifth Ave. S., Naples; 591 S. Collier Blvd., Marco Island; 28580 Bonita Crossing Blvd., Bonita Springs (pinchersusa.com) SAILS This bona fide “pescatarian’s haven” features exquisitely fresh seafood prepared to perfection. 301 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (sailsrestaurants.com) SEA SALT Chef Fabrizio Aielli is a master at marrying organic local produce, wild-caught fish, naturally raised meat, and poultry with modern cooking techniques.

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TRULUCK’S SEAFOOD, STEAK & CRAB HOUSE Truluck’s owns local fisheries, so the catch is always fresh in this fine-dining restaurant. 698 Fourth Ave. S., Naples (trulucks.com) USS NEMO UNDERSEA CUISINE & ADVENTURES Everything is a cut above, but the signature miso-broiled sea bass is a must. 3745 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (ussnemorestaurant.com)

STEAK THE CAPITAL GRILLE Fine dining with an array of dryaged steaks, fresh seafood, and an extensive wine list.

9005 Mercato Drive, Naples (thecapitalgrille.com) CHOPS CITY GRILL A modern take on the traditional, with prime aged steaks, local seafood, and more than 100 whiskey selections. 837 Fifth Ave. S., Naples; 8200 Health Center Blvd. Ste. 100, Bonita Springs (chopscitygrill.com) THE CONTINENTAL This D’Amico restaurant is a stylish steak house and gastropub. 1205 Third St. S., Naples (damicoscontinental.com) DORONA Local culinary superstars Fabrizio and Ingrid Aielli have excelled again with this modern Italian steak house. 2110 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (doronanaples. com) THE GRILL Luxurious dining in The Ritz-Carlton, Naples features rich decor, aged prime beef, chops, and fresh seafood. 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (ritzcarlton.com/naples) JIMMY P’S CHARRED Known for its Wagyu beef, the popular butcher shop’s steaks and other fine foods are served in the restaurant next door. 1833 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (jimmypscharred.com) RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE Sophisticated decor, prime meats, and fine seafood make for a special night out. 23151 Village Shops Way, Bonita Springs (ruthschris.com) SHULA’S STEAK HOUSE In the winning tradition of late NFL coaching icon Don Shula, the “Shula Cut” is one of the best steaks in town. 5111 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (shulasnaples.com)

FRENCH BISTRO LA BAGUETTE This traditional French bistro serves classic combinations like coq au vin and chateaubriand and offers cooking classes for various group sizes.

3560 Tamiami Trail E., Naples (bistrolabaguette.com) BLEU PROVENCE Authentic dishes from the South of France are paired with wines from the vast, awardwinning selection compiled by the restaurant’s owner, Jacques Cariot. 1234 Eighth St. S., Naples (bleu provencenaples.com) CHEZ BOËT FRENCH HOME COOKING Lisa and Philippe Boët serve up delicious French classics in a warm, homey atmosphere. 755 12th Ave. S., Naples (chezboetnaples.com) CÔTE D’AZUR Intimate bistro in the style of Provence serves standouts like Maine lobster roasted in a clay pot. 11224 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (cotedazur restaurant.com)

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THE FRENCH BRASSERIE RUSTIQUE Rustic French cuisine and lighter fare with desserts prepared by an in-house pastry chef. 365 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (thefrenchnaples.com) LA COLMAR BAKERY & BISTRO Authentic French beignets, quiche, croque monsieur, soups, salads, and more. 80 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (lacolmar.com) TARTINE & TARTELETTE Authentic, homemade French cuisine with wine pairings as sweet as the restaurant’s name. 11121 Health Park Blvd., Naples (tartine-tartelette.com)

MEXICAN FELIPE’S MEXICAN TAQUERIA Casual, family-friendly eatery serving fresh classics plus hand-crafted cocktails. 4255 Tamiami Trail N.; 2220 Logan Blvd.

N. Ste. 810, Naples (felipestaqueria.com) ROCCO’S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR Every day is Cinco de Mayo at this high-energy eatery. The signature tacos are a hit, along with the savory guacamole, made fresh tableside. 9123 Strada Place Ste. 7135, Naples (roccostacos.com) TACOS & TEQUILA CANTINA The many varieties of tacos are made with fresh, local products and handmade tortillas. 4834 Davis Blvd.; 8971 Tamiami Trail N., Naples; 10952 Eagle Village Drive, Fort Myers (tacosandtequilanaples.com) TAQUERIA SAN JULIAN This neighborhood destination serves up tacos with familiar fillings, though tripe and tongue are available for the adventurous.

3575 Bayshore Drive, Naples (taqueriasanjulian. restaurantwebexpert.com) TURCO TACO Clean eating with a Mexican twist, complete with hormone- and antibiotic-free meats and handmade and gluten-free tortillas. 410 Ninth St. N.; 1514 Immokalee Road #116, Naples (theturcotaco.com)

ITALIAN ALBERTO’S ON FIFTH Chef Alberto Varetto cooks fine dishes in his elegant restaurant. 868 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (albertosonfifth.com) ANGELINA’S RISTORANTE A place for a special night out, with elegant cuisine and a 4,000-bottle wine tower. 24041 Tamiami Trail S., Bonita Springs (angelinasofboni​tasprings.com) BARBATELLA Pizzas and pastas are delish, but don’t overlook offerings like the grilled salmon. Save room for the signature Nutella pizza. 1290 Third St. S., Naples (barbatellanaples.com) BAR TULIA This late-night brother of Osteria Tulia serves outstanding pizzas and a variety of irresistible small bites, among other delicacies. 462 Fifth Ave. S.; 9118 Strada Place Ste. 8150, Naples (bartulia.com) BELLINI The Bellini family treats guests to cuisine inspired by matriarch “Nonna” Maria. 2331 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (bellininaples.com) BRIO ITALIAN GRILLE The location in Waterside Shops makes this a popular place for pre- and postshopping meals. 5505 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (brioitalian.com) CAMPIELLO RISTORANTE & BAR This mainstay on Third Street South is a perennial gathering place for great food and people-watching. 1177 Third St. S., Naples (campiellonaples.com) DEROMO’S GOURMET MARKET & RESTAURANT Dine on home-style dishes, then shop for gourmet items to take home. The Promenade, 26811 S. Bay Drive, Bonita Springs (deromos.com) GRAPPINO This latest venture from Ingrid and Fabrizio Aielli celebrates Fabrizio’s Venetian roots and houses one of the country’s most comprehensive grappa bars.

90 Ninth St. N., Naples (grappinonaples.com)

LA TRATTORIA Old-world charm abounds at this Neapolitan-style pizzeria, where pie options are divided between rosse (red) and blanche (white). 878 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (latrattorianaples.com) MINO This casual eatery specializes in pizza and trattoria dishes, including freshly made pastas and appetizers like the ever-popular arancini. 1100 Sixth Ave. S., Naples (minofl.com) MOLTO TRATTORIA The homemade pasta, sauces, pizza Napoletana, and home-style cuisine are all topnotch. 368 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (moltonaples.com) OSTERIA TULIA Chef Vincenzo Betulia’s authentically rustic venue and “peasant” cuisine are delizioso.

466 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (osteriatulia.com) PARMESAN PETE’S Chef and owner Peter Della Rocca creates meals that taste like a “big bite of Brooklyn.” 7935 Airport-Pulling Road, Naples (parmesanpetes.com) PAZZO! CUCINA ITALIANA The “friendly neighborhood” restaurant has been serving dishes using made-from-scratch sauces, pastas, and desserts for more than 20 years. 853 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (pazzoitaliancafe.com) ROMA ITALIAN BISTRO Pizza and Italian specialities made with ingredients imported from Italy and fresh organic produce. 655 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (roma italianpizzeria.com) TERRAZZA This Italian eatery at The Ritz-Carlton, Naples pairs cool Gulf breezes with classic entrées and an array of pastas. 280 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples (ritzcarlton.com) VERGINA Italian and Mediterranean dishes with a modern flair. Vergina is also a popular spot for gathering with friends and listening to live music. 700 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (verginarestaurant.com)

ASIAN 21 SPICES BY CHEF ASIF Chef Asif R. Syed offers classical Indian cuisine created with his special collection of spices. 4270 Tamiami Trail E. #21, Naples (21spicesdining.com) DARUMA Visit this Southwest Florida institution for traditional service or teppanyaki-style cooking, an always exciting culinary experience. 241 Center St. N., Naples (darumarestaurant.com) FUJIYAMA STEAK AND SEAFOOD HOUSE Enjoy steaks and seafood prepared with Japanese flair at Fujiyama’s hibachi table. 2555 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (naples​fujiyama.com) LE INDYA Having grown up on India’s southern coast, chef Suman Chaniyil creates authentic classics rich with flavor and finesse. 975 Pine Ridge Road, Naples (leindya.com) NAMBA Named for a district of Osaka, Namba specializes in aburi sushi, a style of nigiri where the fish is partially grilled on top. 8847 Tamiami Trail N., Naples (nambanaples.com) SUSHI-THAI Presenting traditional dishes from Japan, as well as sushi and Thai classics. 869 103rd

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GLOBAL A TABLE APART Chef Jarrod Davis carries on the sustainable practices and high standards for the Hawaiian fusion cuisine established by founder Jeff Acol. 4295 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs (atableapart.com) BHA! BHA! PERSIAN BISTRO Michael Mir’s popular restaurant serves up savory lamb dishes and a wide choice of colorful and delicious Persian specialties. 865 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (bhabhabistro.com) C LEVEL BISTRO & WINE BAR A trendy venue that offers a menu of international dishes with American and French influences. 4450 Bonita Beach Road, Bonita Springs (c-levelbar.com) CELEBRATION PARK NAPLES This waterfront bar and food truck park has something for everyone, from Maine lobster and Greek gyros, to Asian fusion and Southern barbecue. 2880 Becca Ave., Naples (facebook.com/ celebrationparknaples) COAST Enjoy a candlelit dinner indoors or watch the sun set over the Gulf on the terrace as you savor the globally influenced cuisine. 1901 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples (edgewaternaples.com) DEL MAR Chef David Vilchez’s seafood, family-style shareables, Turkish flatbreads, and wood-fired entrées are infused with the flavors of the Mediterranean coast. 494 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (delmarnaplesrestaurant.com) HYDE N CHIC At this fine-dining establishment, chef Andy Hyde merges his Ghana roots with Southwest Florida’s agricultural and seafood bounty. 923 Creech Road, Naples (hydenchicrestaurant.com) JANE’S CAFÉ ON THIRD Having worked in places such as London, Hong Kong, and Frankfurt, the owners of this popular downtown spot offer a world of breakfast and lunch choices. 1209 Third St. S., Naples (janes gardencafe.com) MEDITERRANO This restaurant serves up authentic dishes like Mediterranean sea bass with figs, apricots, and raisins.

336 Thirteenth Ave. S., Naples (mediterrano-naples.com) NOSH ON NAPLES BAY Small plates, or noshes, are the specialty at this fine-dining establishment, the latest venture from its award-winning chef, Todd Johnson. The Grilled Octopus Nosh is a fan favorite. 1490 Fifth Ave. S. Ste. 101, Naples (noshon naplesbay.com) T42 The focus here is on small plates and hot food straight from the kitchen as well as an extensive list of private label wines, spirits, and handcrafted vodka—with an emphasis on celebratory toasts, tapas, and tradition. 7991 Plaza Del Lago, Estero (t42bonitasprings.com) VERANDA E The signature restaurant at Escalante hotel offers an eclectic fusion of Asian and French-influenced flavors in a romantic tropical setting. 290 Fifth Ave. S., Naples (hotelescalante.com)

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SAY “WHAT’S UP, DOC?” TO THIS CARROT-FORWARD COCKTAIL

BY JULES ARON

There’s lots to love about April—egg hunts, bright fashions, and seasonal cocktails, to name a few.

Whether you’re awaiting the Easter Bunny, honoring Passover traditions, or simply celebrating spring’s blossoming return, festive drinks are always in order. Welcome the season with an unexpected pop of color and a sip the bunny himself would approve of. Bonus: It’s the perfect libation to savor on International Carrot Day April 4.

X The Runny Babbit Ingredients 1 oz. The Lost Explorer Mezcal Espadín 1 oz. Munyon’s Paw-Paw Aperitif 2 oz. freshly pressed carrot juice 1/ 2 oz. passion fruit simple syrup (recipe below) 1/ 2 oz. freshly squeezed grapefruit juice 1/ 2 oz. freshly squeezed lime juice

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YOUR BEST SELF: FITNESS, NUTRITION, MINDFULNESS, WELL-BEING

HAIR CARE

Norma Long, founder and creator of iN’Dulge Cut & Color Treatment Bar, grew up practicing holistic medicine with her mother. Long recognized the benefits of holistic ingredients and decided to incorporate them into her hair salon. What started as her blending a pre-workout mask for clients to moisturize their hair while exercising developed into clients creating their own hair masks to fit their hair type and preferences. Clients can customize their selections, choosing from rotating ingredients, including glosses and oils. No blend is the same, but Long says this is a good thing. “I tell my clients, stop using the same thing over and over because it stops working after a while,” she explains. “My philosophy is to keep changing your products.” The blends come in reusable bottles, so you can get refills sustainably. Long says their holistic focus and maintaining the integrity of hair differs from other salons that may sometimes overprocess hair with bleaching and toxic ingredients. “Our way of thinking and really educating our clients is ‘less is more,’” she says. “Everyone’s into taking care of their body and their stomach and their diet. We need to focus also on our scalp.” (indulgetreatmentbar.com) –Erika Klein

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Salad Dressing

Don’t forget the serving size.

The standard serving size for salad dressing is around 2 tablespoons, but Jaasko points out that this may not look like enough.

“A lot of people tend to throw on way more, and then they start doubling the salad dressing; you start doubling the calorie content, the saturated fat, sugar, and everything,” he notes.

He suggests measuring the portion to know the precise amount you’re eating.

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Read the label.

Jaasko advises starting with the calorie content, aiming for a salad dressing with fewer than 120 calories per serving. Next, check sugar and salt levels and choose a dressing with under 2 to 5 grams of added sugars and less than 100 milligrams of salt per serving. Finally, find a dressing with the least amount of saturated fats possible, specifically under about 1 gram per serving.

In general, look for a short ingredient list, minimizing the number of preservatives and syrups in the dressing.

Avoid fat-free options.

Jaasko points out that most of the flavor and consistency in salad dressing comes from fat, usually as an oil base.

“When you start looking at fat-free options or low-fat options, they usually have to replace that fat with something, and unfortunately, what they replace it with is sugar and tons of preservatives,” he says. “So, you typically don’t want to opt for the fat-free option.”

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The best choice? Make your own salad dressing at home. Jaasko recommends a simple combination of an oil base (such as olive, canola, or avocado), seasoning like garlic or chives, some Dijon mustard, and white vinegar. For a creamier dressing, you can also add Greek yogurt to taste.

FENCING FOR FITNESS Coach Germán Paz has trained national fencing teams and can teach you the art at the Naples Fencing Academy, which he opened in 2011. He’s been coaching since 1984 and his wife, Christine Silver, says you can work toward competing or simply fence for fun and exercise. Silver notes that fencing has both mental and physical benefits, calling it an “aerobic chess game.”

“There’s a lot of strategy that goes behind each move with your opponent,” Silver explains.

“It helps develop that critical thinking skill for the youth, and it helps maintain that critical thinking skill for the geriatric [population].”

The sport also builds muscle, particularly in your thighs, glutes, and arms, as well as speed. Silver points out that it takes strength to maintain the lunging position, aerobic endurance to fight the entire length of the bout, and agility to evade your opponent. And it’s not just a young person’s game—Silver says some older fencers out-fence younger, faster ones because they’re smarter about strategy. “It’s a fun and different way to stay in shape,” she says. (naplesfencingacademy. com) —E.K.

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EYES ON Ocular Health It’s common to think that eye issues are limited to older people, but you should start paying attention to your eye health much earlier.

“Over the age of 35, the threshold for eye problems goes up tremendously,” explains Dr. Ray C. Whetstone, medical director of Whetstone Eye Care in Naples. “If there are other health issues—blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes—all of those things can exacerbate any conditions in terms of the eyes and cause special problems in and of themselves.”

Common problems are cataracts, especially in sunny Florida, as well as retina issues and glaucoma. Wearing sunglasses whenever you’re outside can help, as well as taking care of your overall health, as Whetstone points out that everything in your body is connected.

And, of course, don’t neglect getting your eyes checked regularly or whenever you notice any vision changes, especially flashing lights or lines through your field of view.

“You get one pair of eyes, and we can’t replace them,” says Whetstone.

“You should really think about getting your eyes checked as early and often as you would go see a dentist.” (whetstoneeyecare.com) –E.K.

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Social Media and Your Mental Health

If it feels like everyone’s on social media, you’re not wrong. According to Pew Research Center, 72 percent of U.S. adults used a social media site in 2021. There are many positive aspects of social media, from serving as an educational resource to building and maintaining relationships, according to Molly Modzelewski, licensed mental health counselor and co-owner of Serenity Naples However, these Counseling Associates of Naples. platforms may also have negative effects on our mental health. A 2020 study published in Mental Health and Social Inclusion found that while social media can help with community building and self-expression, it may

also lead to anxiety, decreased sleep quality, and reduced satisfaction with body image, as well as life in general.

“Overuse of social media may lead to isolation and depression if we are not spending time interfacing with other people,” says Modzelewski, emphasizing that online interactions don’t replace inperson ones. “We need to pay attention to the amount of time spent on platforms and how it is impacting the way we think and feel.”

She suggests using mindfulness to remain aware of your mental health and taking action, if necessary, to protect your mental well-being. “If the amount of time spent on social media is interfering with our ability to fully and effectively participate in other areas of our life,” she explains, “then time needs to be decreased.” (serenitycounselingfl.com) —E.K.

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THE BEST FOODS TO BOOST ENERGY AND IMPROVE YOUR WORKOUTS

BY IVEY LEIDY PHOTOGRAPHY BY NATHAN COE

Often when we feel that “afternoon slump,” we reach for an energy drink or a protein bar that promises everything from performance boosts to better muscle growth, but many of the quick fixes fall short. Loaded with sugars and chemicals, these products tend to do the opposite of what they claim, leading to a sugar high and subsequent crash. The real key to staying focused and productive throughout the day is to use food as fuel.

The body’s main source of energy is glucose, which it gets from carbohydrates.

And contrary to what fad diets will have you believe, carbohydrates are not the enemy.

Simply choosing the right carbohydrates

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BEST SLOW-RELEASE FOODS » Nonstarchy vegetables:

» Nuts and seeds: Walnuts,

Good options include broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, mushrooms, asparagus, kale, artichokes, eggplant, zucchini, peppers, and onions. » Low-glycemic fruits: Although every fruit has a relatively low glycemic index and all are beneficial to your health, there are a few that have higher sugar content and release glucose quicker.

Low-glycemic fruits, including strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, cherries, oranges, and apples, will have a slower release and are also higher in antioxidants.

almonds, chia seeds, flaxseeds, hempseeds, and pumpkin seeds are rich in fiber and healthy fats to keep you energized and satiated. » Quinoa and oats: These are rich in nutrients and vitamins like magnesium to support cognitive function and provide slow-releasing energy. » Eggs: Egg yolks contain choline and vitamins B12 and B6 that support energy levels and improve memory and cognition. » Avocados: Healthy fats found in avocados help maintain good blood flow throughout your body, muscles, and brain.

(foods that release glucose slowly and steadily throughout the body) and good fats and proteins (foods that repair and rebuild tissue and muscle) will provide you with sustained energy.

Ever notice how you feel hungrier and more sluggish after eating a sugary treat or a bowl of pasta? That’s because these types of carbohydrates give you that immediate rush of energy (also known as a sugar high). As your body rapidly produces insulin to process these sugars, your blood sugar drops. When it comes to glucose levels rising and falling in a beneficial way, slow and steady wins the race.

Read on for more insight into foods that fuel.

FOODS TO AVOID Processed foods: Processed foods are loaded with refined carbohydrates and simple sugars that will raise your blood sugar very rapidly and crash it just as quickly.

High-glycemic foods: The

higher a food is in processed refined sugars (higher than 50 on the glycemic index), the more insulin your body pumps out to lower your blood sugar, causing it to crash. Avoid foods like pasta, white bread, white rice, pretzels, chips, cookies, and fries.

Sugary drinks: Instead of soda, kombucha, juice, or energy drinks (all of which can contain large amounts of quick-releasing sugar), stick to flat or sparkling water and add a squeeze of citrus.

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THIS NOT THAT » Sweet potatoes instead of white potatoes

» Berries and apples instead of mango, pineapple, and ripe bananas

» INGREDIENTS 6 eggs 1/2 avocado

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» Nuts, seeds, and nut/seed butters instead of chips and protein bars

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Spoon mixture into halved egg whites. Garnish with salt, pepper, and a dash of smoked paprika.

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quinoa instead of sugary cereals

1/2 cup sprouted oats

» Sprouted grain breads instead of white breads and pastas

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BALANCE GOOD NATURE

Water, Water Everywhere COMMUNING WITH AND CONSUMING WATER CAN IMPROVE OUR PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH

BY TAMMY FENDER

Our connection to water goes far beyond good hydration. There is a certain peace of mind that surrounds me as I paddleboard across the glassy sea at our family getaway in the outer islands of the Bahamas. It’s immersive. The early morning light sparkles over the vastness and makes me feel like anything is possible. Just being there creates space around any worries, while beckoning toward fresh, expansive creative thinking.

In centuries past, health practitioners prescribed “taking the waters” as a cure for depletions of all sorts. Modern environmental psychologists have confirmed what our ancestors knew, that regular visits to the seaside not only generate more happiness but also promote greater overall health. While Floridians are lucky to have easy access to the ocean, researchers have found that visiting a fountain, pool, lake, pond, or river can also have a restorative effect on mental health and the nervous system, reducing negative emotions and stress. Reaping these benefits can be as simple as soaking in a warm bath before bedtime, which can improve sleep too.

Beyond these soothing effects, water is crucial to our health. Good hydration supports the immune system, delivers essential nutrients to our cells, and keeps organs functioning well. Furthermore, water is necessary for brain health, with recent studies showing that even a 1 to 2 percent water loss can impair cognitive performance.

In my practice, I also see how consistent hydration supports the skin, which is our largest organ and a great reflection of our overall well-being. Along those lines, I love rich, plant-based moisturizing creams to seal in the benefits, but it’s also important to hydrate from within. Cucumber, celery, and watermelon are three of my favorite food choices for boosting hydration—and in my opinion, coconut water is better than any sweetened drink.

Next time you find yourself looking out over the water, take an extra moment to meditate on our incredible connection to this essential element, one that makes up our very being. We came to be in the internal oceans of our mothers, and, on the deepest levels, water connects us with each other and all of nature. It’s beautiful to feel that flow. «

Coconut water refresher

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BEAUTY

GARDEN VARIETY

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Harness the goodness of plant-derived, nutrient-rich seed oils in these fresh picks: EuforaStyle Illuminate, a multiuse mist with meadowfoam and hazel seed oils that eliminates frizz and adds shine and moisture for all hair types and textures ($32.75, eufora.net); Natura Ekos Ucuuba Restorative Body Butter and Maracujá Triple Phase Shower Oil (both $28, naturabrasil.com); Róen Elixir Restorative Face Oil, which enhances radiance with a trifecta of jojoba oil, rose hip oil, and squalane ($80, Bluemercury, Naples); Primal Life Organics Carrot Seed Cleanser, boasting beta-carotene and vitamins A, C, and E for skin-mending, collagen-boosting benefits ($56, primallifeorganics.com); True Botanicals Renew Pure Radiance Oil, packed with 14 lightweight seed oils and algae extract ($110, truebotanicals.com); and Anima Mundi Apothecary Plant Medicine Guarana Seed Powder Rainforest Energizer, a chocolaty energy elixir with roots in traditional indigenous medicine ($19.90, animamundiherbals.com). —Abigail Duffy

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BALANCE

WEALTH

Show Me the Money?

DESPITE THEIR INHERENT VOLATILITY, THEMATIC FUNDS CONTINUE TO GROW IN POPULARITY

BY SETH SOFFIAN

The upside sounds like an investor’s holy grail: huge returns and support for businesses or industries people often believe in, such as clean energy, artificial intelligence, or deglobalization.

It’s known as thematic investing, and it’s exploded in recent years as investors continue in their everlasting search for new ideas, new trends, and greater performance. But despite all the money pouring into various thematic funds globally—data shows recent increases as high as 300 percent—there’s considerable evidence that most results fall far short of expectations. In fact, many experts warn of thematic funds’ high volatility, failure rates, fees, and more.

“It’s not a particularly good style of investing,” says Nicolas Rabener, founder and CEO of London-based financial research and analysis firm Finominal. “The reason for that is behavioral. Most humans, as it applies to retail as well as professional investors, chase performance.

The problem is a large part of investors enter when a theme is at the

top and when valuations have been driven to extremes.”

According to a 2021 Morningstar report on U.S. thematic funds, 30 percent of such funds closed during the 10-year period observed.

Another 34 percent underperformed against the broader equity market, leaving only slightly more than a third that delivered on their promise.

Similarly, university researchers in the United States and Switzerland recently found that thematic funds (often a subset of another increasingly popular investment vehicle known as exchange-traded funds, or ETFs) lost about 30 percent of their risk-adjusted value over their first five years. For this study, they looked at ETFs traded from 2019 all the way back to 1993. As they wrote in their 2021 report, Competition for Attention in the ETF Space, the authors determined that this underperformance “is driven by the overvaluation of the underlying stocks at the time of the launch. Our results are consistent with providers catering to investors’ extrapolative beliefs by issuing specialized ETFs that track attention-grabbing themes.”

Despite such dubious results, investments in thematic funds are only growing. Globally, total investments surged from about $251 billion in late 2019 to $718 billion two years later, according to Morningstar. In the United States, Morningstar reported thematic funding growth from about $49 billion in late 2019 to more than $160 billion 16 months later. Such is the allure of a popular theme mixed with potentially outsize returns.

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Rabener, who likens thematic investing to venture capital for asset managers, pointed to the recent rise and fall of cannabis stocks.

“Three or four years ago there was a lot of enthusiasm for it, and a lot of people jumped on the train,” he says. “Valuations got very expensive. Then when they started reporting their earnings, there was of course a big discrepancy between the multiples these companies were trading at and their earnings. At some point even the most irrational investor sees this is not a good bet, and the theme implodes.”

Perhaps no entity better exemplifies the volatility of thematic funds in recent years than high-profile fund manager Cathie Wood and her ARK Invest firm. A top executive at multiple Wall Street firms before venturing out on her own in 2014, Wood turned her aggressive beliefs in “disruptive technology” into about $60 billion in assets by early 2021.

But no sooner did ARK post whopping gains well above the market (such as nearly 150 percent in 2020 for her ARK Innovation Fund) than it grossly underperformed broader indices the last two years. Built on the likes of Tesla, Spotify, Zoom, Roku, Coinbase, and others, ARK’s flagship fund fell 23 percent in 2021, while the S&P 500 was up 27 percent. In 2022, the fund fell about 67 percent, more than triple the decline of the S&P 500.

And yet, 2023 has ARK back on the march. Its Innovation Fund had

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surged almost 22 percent at one point in late January, nearing the 26 and 24 percent monthly gains it posted in its banner year of 2020.

Such volatility only adds to the puzzle of thematic investing, which also includes plenty of competing opinions over what precisely defines a thematic investment. But given their popularity—and the higher-thannormal fees firms can command for them—thematic funds seem like a trend that’s hardly run its course. “From an industry perspective, it’s bound to grow,” Rabener says. “There’s no way around it.” «

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Celebrating Planet Earth “The Earth is what we all have in common.” —Wendell Berry The first Earth Day was observed on April 22, 1970, when Senator Gaylord Nelson, from Wisconsin, organized a national demonstration to raise awareness about environmental issues. Fifty-three years later, it is an annually celebrated event around the world where more than a billion people assemble to honor the planet and promise to protect it from pollution and deforestation.

Surrounded by blue sky, sun, the beach, and fresh air, it is easy to revel and rejoice in our outside environment every day. However, if you want to learn more about the local surroundings, plan a visit to the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. Its 21-acre nature center, featuring a collection of indoor and outdoor exhibits showcasing Southwest Florida’s unique ecosystem, will host an Earth Day Festival—suitable for all ages— on April 22. Nature lovers are invited to participate in green activities, including electric boat tours, educational programs, and expert lectures—as well as enjoy live music and food. (conservancy.org) –Gaylene Salomons

Celebrate Earth Day at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida during the nature center’s Earth Day Festival on April 22.

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ARTS & EVENTS

GOINGS ON & PERFORMANCES 1 Art in the Park, juried art show, Cambier Park, Naples, free. (fifthavenuesouth.com)

COURTESY OF EAST WEST FINE ART

Clockwise from top left: Catch the Broadway tour presentation of Mean Girls at Artis—Naples’ Hayes Hall April 18-23; experience wall sculptures by Juan Gerstl at East West Fine Art April 11-25; attend Exploring the Everglades Family Day at Collier Museum at Government Center April 15.

Jeff Dye, Off the Hook Comedy Club, Naples, to April 2, tickets start at $25. (offthehookcomedy.com)

Barefoot in the Park, a hilarious comedy, Norris

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Friends of the Library Author Spotlight, Asha Lemmie, New York Times best-selling author of Fifty Words for Rain, Sugden Community Theatre, Naples, tickets start at $48. (collier-friends.org)

The Sound of Music, The Naples Players, Blackburn Hall, Sugden Community Theatre, Naples, to April 2, $47. (naplesplayers.org)

3 Family Sunset Stroll, Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Naples, $35; $15 for ages 5 to 16. (corkscrew.audubon.org)

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ary, Naples, also April 11 and 25, ages 16 and up, $30. (corkscrew. audubon.org)

Troupe Vertigo Latin Extravaganza, Naples Philharmonic Pops, Hayes Hall, Artis—Naples, through April 8, tickets start at $68. (artisnaples.org)

5 Art Alive!, open studios and live demonstrations, Naples Art District, also April 6, free. (naplesartdistrict.com)

Sea Turtles of the Reserve, lunch and learn lecture series, Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, Naples, $20. (rookerybay.org)

Sunset Wednesdays, enjoy extended hours to savor the magic of a Naples sunset, Naples Botanical Garden, also April 12, 19, and 26, free with garden admission. (naplesgarden.org)

6 Artisan’s Plaza Open House, open house to support more than 20 local artists and galleries, Naples Art District, also April 13, 20, and 27, free. (naplesartdistrict.com)

Pine Flatwood Walk, Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Naples, $30. (corkscrew.audubon.org)

7 Guided Forest Bathing Meditation, Audubon’s Cork-

COURTESY OF THE NAPLES PLAYERS

screw Swamp Sanctuary, Naples, free. (corkscrew.audubon.org)

EXPANDED ENDEAVOR As its home is currently undergoing a $15 million modernization and renovation, The Naples Players continues to seek other venues in which to perform and enlighten live theater audiences. Its Readers Theatre is a series of one-act plays, dramas, and classic works performed with scripts in hand, sans props or costumes with the focus on the written word. Directed and cast by the volunteer Readers Theatre committee, it’s a low-stress environment. The next evening of one-act plays—Taking Chances—will be performed at McSpadden Hall at the Naples United Church of Christ on April 16 at 7:30 p.m. (naplesplayers.org) —G.S.

2 PICKS THE SECOND FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT EVENT OF THE 2023 SEASON TAKES PLACE ON APRIL 1 AT THE NAPLES PLAYERS SUGDEN COMMUNITY THEATRE. JOIN NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLING AUTHOR ASHA LEMMIE IN A DISCUSSION OF HER DEBUT BOOK, FIFTY WORDS FOR RAIN, A WORK OF HISTORICAL FICTION THAT FOLLOWS A WOMAN ON HER DISTINCTIVE JOURNEY TO SELF-DISCOVERY. (COLLIERFRIENDS.ORG)

COME ON DOWN! THE PRICE IS RIGHT LIVE IS THE HIT INTERACTIVE STAGE SHOW THAT GIVES AUDIENCE MEMBERS THE CHANCE TO PLAY CLASSIC GAMES AND WIN PRIZES— RIGHT FROM THEIR SEATS. ON APRIL 10, THE SHOW COMES TO HAYES HALL AT ARTIS—NAPLES FOR AN EXPERIENTIAL EVENING OF FUN. (ARTISNAPLES.ORG) —G.S.

View works by Irina Alexandrina, including Brooklyn Bridge (above) and Bayfront (below), in “Apples to Oranges, From NY to FL,” on display at East West Fine Art through April 20.

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4 Early Birding Walk, Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctu-

8 Fine Arts & Craft Show, Cambier Park, Naples, free. (fifthavenuesouth.com)

10 The Price is Right Live, the classic game show comes to town, Hayes Hall, Artis—Naples, tickets start at $45. (artisnaples. org)

11 Eleven Defining Days in Collier County History, a discussion about Collier County’s identity and culture, Collier Museum at Government Center, Naples, free. (colliermuseums.com) THESE EVENT DETAILS ARE CURRENT AS OF PRESS TIME, BUT PLEASE CONTACT THE VENUE OR PRESENTER FOR THE MOST UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION.

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13 Evening on Fifth, live musical performances along Fifth Avenue South, Naples, free. (fifthavenuesouth.com)

Naples Philharmonic Masterworks: Mahler Symphony No. 4, with soprano Hera Hyesang Park, Hayes Hall, Artis—Naples, also April 15, tickets start at $29. (artisnaples.org)

Watercolors & Wildlife: Vistas, paint with local artist Jan Deswik, Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, Naples, $85. (rookerybay.org) 15 Blooms & Brews, savor the sunset and raise a glass to the plants that make beer happen, Naples Botanical Garden, $25 for adults; $10 for ages 4 to 17; free for under age 4 and members. (naplesgarden.org)

Exploring the Everglades Family Day, learn about the animals and environment in the subtropical ecosystem, Collier Museum at Government Center, Naples, free. (colliermuseums.com)

16 Chamber Gems with Soprano, Naples Philharmonic Wang Chamber Music, Daniels Pavilion, Artis— Naples, $48. (artisnaples.org)

COURTESY OF NAPLES BOTANICAL GARDEN

Enjoy extended hours during Sunset Wednesdays at the Naples Botanical Garden.

Taking Chances, an evening of one-act plays, McSpadden Hall, Naples United Church of Christ, $20. (naplesplayers.org)

18 Mean Girls, Broadway tour presentation, Hayes Hall, Artis—Naples, through April 23, tickets start at $89. (artisnaples.org)

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With more than 2,300 square miles, Collier County is the largest county (by land area) in the state of Florida. Three municipalities, unincorporated towns, and many distinct communities give it a unique vibe and flavor. How do you define Collier County’s identity and culture? Collier County Museum Director Amanda Townsend chose 11 days spanning more than 120 years that define what it is to be a Collier County resident. Join her on April 11 for a complimentary hour-long discussion—Eleven Defining Days in Collier County History—at the Collier Museum at Government Center, Naples, as she tells the stories of those days that make more than 375,000 of us one. (colliermuseums.com) —G.S.

22 Earth Day Festival, celebrate your planet at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, $17.95 for adults; $9.95 for ages 3 to 12. (conservancy.org)

Essentials of Digital Photography, learn the essentials of your digital camera, Rookery Bay Environmental Learning Center, Naples, $55. (rookerybay.org) 26 All That Jazz, Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra with special guest Steve Nelson, Daniels Pavilion, Artis—Naples, $54. (artisnaples.org) 27 Guadalupe Center Celebration Dinner, an inspirational evening where students receive scholarships and share their future plans, Vineyards Country Club, Naples, $125. (guadalupecenter.org)

Rock of Ages, ’80s classic rock musical, TheatreZone, G&L Theatre at Community School of Naples, to May 7, tickets start at $50. (theatre.zone)

29 Morning After Grace, a heartwarming comedy, Norris Center, Naples, through May 14, tickets start at $45. (gulfshoreplayhouse.org)

30 Gulfshore Opera presents Don Giovanni, season finale production of Mozart’s dark comedy, Hayes Hall, Artis—Naples, tickets start at $49. (gulf shoreopera.org)

VISUAL ARTS & GALLERIES The Baker Museum at Artis—Naples. “Love Stories” from the National Portrait Gallery, London, to May 7; “Naples Collects 2022-23” to Oct. 15. (artisnaples. org) East West Fine Art, Naples. “Apples to Oranges, From NY to FL,” artist Irina Alexandrina captures the spirt of New York and Naples, through April 20; “Fragmented Realities,” an exhibit of abstract acrylic wall sculptures by Juan Gerstl and Ryan Coleman, April 11 through April 25. (eastwestfineart.com)

Emillions Art, Naples. Exhibition of works by Dario Campanile, to April 12. (emillionsart.com) Hayes Hall Galleries at Artis—Naples. “Florida Contemporary 2022-23,” annual exhibition presents notable visual artists practicing in Florida, to July 16. (artisnaples.org)

Marco Island Historical Museum. “Clyde Butcher’s Cuba: The Natural Beauty,” large format black and white images feature the beauty of the island of Cuba, to April 29. (themihs.org) Naples Art. “Miradas de Mujeres: Isabelle de Borchgrave and the World of Frida Kahlo,” to June 11. (naplesart.org) Naples Botanical Garden. “Frida and Her Garden,” explore a re-creation of La Casa Azul, the artist’s iconic blue home in Coyoacán, Mexico City, and encounter monumental animal sculptures adorned with folk art representing important influences on Kahlo’s life and work, to Sept. 10; included in garden admission. (naplesgarden.org)

19 Family Night Walk, Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, Naples, $35; $15 for ages 5 to 16. (corkscrew. audubon.org)

21 Nacho Redondo, Venezuelan comedian, Off the Hook Comedy Club, Naples, tickets start at $29. (offthe hookcomedy.com)

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Celebrating another trip around the sun this month at Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens is a 22-year-old male, black-handed spider monkey named April. This birthday boy is somewhat of a mama’s boy, too, especially when he’s frightened by bees, otters, and various other critters. “April is a sensitive soul who stays close to mom Savana for support,” shares Christiana Rizzo, primate keeper. While he goes bananas for bananas, he also enjoys sweet potatoes, hardboiled eggs, and nutritious monkey biscuits, which he soaks in water before consuming. There’s no fooling April when it comes to his goodies; he uses his long prehensile tail to keep others in his troop from stealing his treats. Says Rizzo, “He immediately grabs his portion by the tail and quickly runs away.” –Patricia Janeway

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