FROM THE EDITOR

Nothing like HOME

Remember when, come June, traffic eased up and restaurant reservations were easier to come by? Well, it might be a little easier, but Palm Beach has definitely morphed into a year-round community, with seasonal residents staying a while longer and a new wave of transplants from both coasts establishing full-time residency. Look around; the energy is unmistakable.

In this issue, we turn the spotlight on our local community, from the people who make the Palm Beaches tick to the innovators and makers who are shaping the Palm Beach aesthetic. It doesn’t get more local than the Frisbie family, whose real estate projects have contributed to the fabric of Palm Beach and West Palm Beach over the past two decades. One of their newest projects—Via Flagler—is also the site of our cover shoot, since two generations of Frisbies call the charming enclave home. What they’ve built is impressive, but what is even more special is their family dynamic, both in business and behind the scenes. Their bond transcends transactions, and this is part of what has made them such good citizens. Check out their story in “Family First” on page 52.

Among the transplants I alluded to earlier are Michael and Nolan Greenwald, young New Yorkers who quarantined in Palm Beach during the pandemic and never left. Michael, a former diplomat with an impressive resume, used art as a cultural bridge during his career; now he and Nolan are building a collection of their own. This month we take you inside the Greenwalds’ new Palm Beach apartment for a tour of their mindfully curated contemporary art and a look at their collecting journey. Turn to “Culture & Collection” on page 58.

Shopping local is always a good idea, but it’s even more important in difficult times. Support local artisans and entrepreneurs by buying your summer essentials and gifts right here at home. We’ve assembled a can’t-miss list of products so you can “Shop in the Sunshine,” so turn to page 66 and find something you can’t live without.

Sending you happy summer vibes!

Daphne Nikolopoulos daphne@palmbeachillustrated.com

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June #Goals

CELEBRATE THE FEMININE Haitian-American artist Vickie Pierre plays with thought-provoking feminine themes in “Be My Herald of What’s to Come,” which I plan to see at the Boca Raton Museum of Art. Page 115.

CHOOSE HOME GROWN

Local collaborations are exploding, and the results are more creative than ever. I especially love the new collection by Danielle Rollins for Judith Ripka. Page 35.

Solutions for Back Pain

Marcus Neuroscience Institute has the experts and the technology

Back pain sends people to their beds, restricts the ability to work and drives some sufferers to use dangerous amounts of addictive painkillers. While you may think nothing can alleviate your pain, the experts at Marcus Neuroscience Institute at Boca Raton Regional Hospital — one of two Joint Commission-accredited comprehensive spine centers in Palm Beach County and one of just 101 in the nation — can help.

“We offer the full spectrum of spine procedures, from the most complex spine deformity cases to the most basic,” says Frank Vrionis, M.D., a neurosurgeon and director of the Institute. “And with our new, very sophisticated robotic system, we perform as many minimally invasive procedures as possible. This is particularly beneficial to our aging population, because it reduces the risk of infection and shortens hospital stays.”

Neurosurgeons at the Institute, part of Baptist Health South Florida, use the Mazor X™ Robotic Guidance Platform for its precision. “The margin of error is very small in the spine,” Dr. Vrionis says. “If you’re placing hardware in the spine, there are times when 1 mm is all it takes to leave a person with weakness or a neurological problem. The more precise we can be, the better.” The Institute also has the newest imaging equipment, including intraoperative MRI and CT and a 4D endoscopic system. The technology helps physicians visualize all areas of the spine, from C1, the topmost vertebra at the back of the head, to the coccyx, also known as the tailbone.

At Marcus Neuroscience Institute, a compassionate multidisciplinary team works to find solutions for back pain, whether the cause is a tumor, a traumatic injury, a degenerative problem, a congenital skeletal abnormality or any number of other reasons.

Only a fraction of back problems, however, are treated with surgery. The Institute offers many nonsurgical options, including stem cell injections; pain management that includes such things as nerve blocks and injections, medications and cognitive-behavioral therapy; and rehabilitation with specially trained physicians and therapists. The Institute also participates in clinical trials for a variety of back problems and is leading research with engineers from Florida Atlantic University, looking at biomechanical studies to analyze how different forces affect the spine.

“The Institute draws international patients seeking high-level neurosurgical treatment. There’s no need for anyone in our community to travel elsewhere to seek treatment for a back issue,” Dr. Vrionis says. “And, while there are times it is safe to wait to treat back pain, there are some causes that require immediate intervention. My advice is don’t wait to get checked out. We can make an assessment and move forward from there.”

Marcus Neuroscience Institute’s spine team is led by Frank D. Vrionis, M.D., MPH, Ph.D., Institute director and chairman of the department of neurosurgery. Other team members include neurosurgeons Evan M. Packer, M.D., director of neurosurgery, Timothy Miller Jr., M.D., M.S., Brian M. Snelling, M.D., and Lloyd Zucker, M.D.

“There’s no need for anyone in our community to travel elsewhere to seek treatment for a back issue.”

For more information on Marcus Neuroscience Institute’s spine program, call 561-955-4600 or visit BaptistHealth.net/PalmBeachCounty.

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As part of the Baptist Health family, Bethesda Hospital East, Bethesda Hospital West and Boca Raton Regional Hospital are dedicated to you and the communities we serve. With our wide range of services — including urgent care, primary and specialty care, surgery centers and diagnostic imaging — Baptist Health has you covered, close to home. Our family is committed to yours.