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THE FUTURE OF HEALTH
In the aftermath of the pandemic, new technolo and innovations are critical for helping today’s healthcare providers manage workloads, streamline communication and personalize treatment plans, ultimately delivering better outcomes. According to these Best of Doctors winners, the pursuit of improving patient care is endless.
Interviews by LILY AVERY
THE OLD SAYING “a smile is worth a thousand words” takes on new meaning for Dr. Maynard with the use of dental technology that aids in diagnosing and designing the best smile for each patient. Digital Smile Designing (DSD) is a modern technique that analyzes the bone structure, shape proportions of the face, age, tooth size and more, generating an image of what kind of smile would best suit the patient.
The DSD mock-up presents far more than a digital edit. It’s a visual representation of what the patient will look like in a matter of weeks — a result that is a huge advantage for both Dr. Maynard and the patient. As an added bonus, DSD is compatible with the other technology Dr. Maynard uses in his practice. From one design, he’s able to create multiple implants, bridges, dentures — or even a complete makeover with permanent implants.
“By the time a lot of patients see me for Smile Design, they often have had cosmetic work in the past that is failing, or worse, haven't gone to the dentist in a long time and have given up on ever getting results,” explains Dr. Maynard. “But being able to actually show people what they could look like makes them feel comfortable. It gives people hope.”
ROY D. MAYNARD JR., DDS Georgetown Family Dental BEST GENERAL DENTIST
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“My favorite part is getting to see the look on their face when they see their new self,” adds Dr. Maynard. “Filling cavities, and treating gum disease is essential, but the cosmetic part is what gets me up in the morning. It’s the experience of changing lives! There’s nothing better than watching a patient look in the mirror, then look at the DSD image we started with and go, ‘Yeah, that’s me!’”
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“I get such a kick revealing someone’s side-by-side photos on the big screen,” says Dr. Maynard. “I take a photo of them smiling, then put it through the DSD computer program and watch their amazement as they see themselves. Seeing it is really the only way to imagine it as a reality.”
Overall, he says the software has become a real game changer in how he’s able to reimagine and reconstruct a patient’s smile.
“There’s nothing better than watching a patient look in the mirror, then look at the Digital Smile Designing image we started with and go, ‘Yeah, that’s me!’”
methodology to resolve both health and aesthetic issues. Typically, when there are aesthetic issues, there are also occlusal disease and alignment issues that need to be corrected before anything cosmetic should happen. The computer software and in-office labs are incredible tools, but to use them properly, Dr. Maynard says it’s important to make sure there is a good structural bone and gum that supports the teeth as well as stable occlusion.
Smile Design also refers to a best practice application that combines the art and science of dentistry — a systematic, organized
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NEW TECHNOLOGY CONSTANTLY comes and goes in the world of dermatology, but for Howington, the most important piece of technol ogy for patient care in her practice remains the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
staff at Low Country Dermatology safely and securely using a patient portal via the EMR system. This saves time for both patients and staff, as additional workloads can sometimes be difficult to manage in between patient calls.
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RUNNER-UP: Bruce Finkel, MD Coastal Allergy & Asthma PC 505 Eisenhower Drive 912.354.6190; coastalallergy.net
RUNNER-UP: Rachel Crout-Goldsmith, Au.D. Georgia Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists 5356 Reynolds St., Suite 505 912.356.1515; gaentspecialists.com
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“No one likes having to fill out pages and pages of paperwork at medical facilities, and utilizing a mobile/online platform has drastically reduced the amount of paperwork required,” adds Dr. Howington. “I see EMR systems continuing to fine-tune and advance their data integration. Clerical burdens and errors will continue to be reduced the greater and more efficient EMR systems become.”
“We realize the need for more efficient, contactless check-in and want to accommodate this need.”
Essentially digitized versions of patients’ paper records, the system expedites how patients’ data is updated, making information more easily available to both patients and health care providers. Low Country Dermatology also uses its EMR system to automate clerical and clinical“Documentingtasks. and storing patients’ data electronically means that information is never lost, and we can complete tasks for patients quickly,” explains Dr. Howington. “An EMR sys tem ensures that records don’t get lost, helps us keep track of laboratory/pathology orders and allows us to send prescriptions electronically so pharmacies are able to get patients the medi cation they need quickly. These advancements enable us to give our patients the best experi ence and care.”
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RUNNER-UP: Stephen L. Miller, MD Memorial Health 4700 Waters Ave. memorialhealthdoctors.com912.354.3510
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“We are also working on enabling an elec tronic check-in to limit the amount of time patients have to spend at the front desk,” says Dr. Howington. “We realize the need for more efficient, contactless check-in and want to accommodate this need.” The ability to check in remotely has been incredibly useful in accessing patient information prior to the appointment time — another step toward efficiency to better improve both the staff and patient experience.
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CRITICAL INTENSIVISTSPECIALIST/CARE
Isabel Jiran, RDH, Mark Dye, DMD 310 Eisenhower Drive, Bldg. 14 thesavannahdentist.com912.355.2424
RUNNER-UP: Ryan Moody, MD, FCCP Southeast Lung Associates 11700 Mercy Boulevard, Plaza D, Bldg. 5, Suite 912.927.6270;5selung.com
CHIROPRACTOR
Roy D. Maynard, DDS Georgetown Family Dental 821 King George Blvd. georgetownfamilydental.com912.289.4409
Mark Dusek, DDS Broderick, Dusek and DeLeon Orthodontics 500 Eisenhower Drive 912.355.7022
DERMATOLOGIST
Corinne Howington, MD Low Country Dermatology 6510 Waters lcderm.com912.354.1018Ave.
RUNNER-UP: Josepha B. DeVaro, MD Coastal Dermatology 400 Commercial Court coastaldermsav.com912.352.3535
James Glazier, CRNA
David S. Oliver, MD Coastal Ear, Nose and Throat 322 Commercial Drive, Suite 200912.355.23352BlueMoon Crossing, Suite 103, coastal-ent.com912.450.2336Pooler
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Chadwick Stouffer, MD Memorial Health 4700 Waters Ave. Bldg. 100, Suite 403 memorialhealthdoctors.com912.273.1150
CLINICAL REGISTERED NURSE ANESTHETIST
Christopher DeLeon, DMD Broderick, Dusek and DeLeon Orthodontics 500 Eisenhower Drive 326912.355.7022JohnnyMercer Blvd. 119912.897.5900CanalSt., Unit 107, Pooler savannahorthodontics.com912.988.1118
Nizar Eskandar, MD SouthCoast Health 1326 Eisenhower Drive, Bldg. 1 southcoasthealth.com912.527.5225
RUNNER-UP: Matt Grill, DMD Coastal Dentistry 15 Lake St., Suite 100 coastaldentistry.com912.598.8111
Alfred E. Pesto Jr., DDS Southeastern Oral Associates 4815 Paulsen St seoralsurgery.com912.330.8801Suite143912.352.2324CanalSt.,300,Pooler
RUNNER-UP Holly Colbert, RDH, Dental Harbor Cosmetic and Restorative Dentistry 50 Meeting St., Suite B dentalharbor.com912.480.0804
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RUNNER-UP: Todd M. Titus, DC Titus Chiropractic & Sports Therapy 315 Commercial Drive, Suite savannahsportschiro.com912.355.3170C-5
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The Georgia Institute for Plastic Surgery 5361 Reynolds St. mycosmeticsurgeon.md912.355.8000
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RUNNER-UP: (TIE) Thomas Broderick, DDS Broderick, Dusek and DeLeon Orthodontics 500 Eisenhower Drive 326912.355.7022JohnnyMercer Blvd. 119912.897.5900CanalSt., Unit 107, Pooler savannahorthodontics.com912.988.1118
CARDIOLOGIST
RUNNER-UP: Robert J. Kelly, MD Memorial Health Bariatrics 4700 Waters Ave., Bldg. memorialhealthdoctors.com912.350.3438400
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RUNNER-UP: Roy D. Flood, MD SouthCoast Health 1326 Eisenhower Drive, Bldg. 2 southcoasthealth.com912.527.5300
The Georgia Institute for Plastic Surgery 5361 Reynolds St. mycosmeticsurgeon.md912.355.8000
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RUNNER-UP: Jeremy E. London, MD St. Joseph’s/Candler 11700 Mercy Blvd., Plaza D, Bldg. 1, Suite A sjchs.org912.819.0500
RUNNER-UP: Ryan Reeves, DDS Beyond Exceptional Dentistry 1317 Abercorn St.; beyondexceptionaldentistry.com912.234.8282
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Layton Truax, DC TruMove Chiropractic Wellness 325 Eisenhower Drive, Suite trumovewellness.com912.224.0080A
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“The data captured by these monitors are typically stored in a cloud-based software that we can access for interpretation and statistical analysis. During my telehealth visit with the patient, I can share my screen, which is really neat, then I can ask questions and be able to point out patterns that we see,” adds Dr. De Castro. “The patients really love it because they get instant feedback.”
“They have more control over their life and can actively see how their choices affect their health.”
ISMARY DE CASTRO, MD Savannah Endocrinolo BEST ENDOCRINOLOGIST
RUNNER-UP: John D. Rowlett, MD St. Joseph’s/Candler 5353 Reynolds St.; geamba.com
Tassie Hargrove, BS, DC, ANA Holistic Wellness Center of Savannah 1 Oglethorpe Professional Blvd., Suite holisticwellnesssavannah.com912.235.2968203
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CGM devices automatically track blood glucose levels, or blood sugar, throughout the day. The device is small, discrete, easy to use and can be self-applied, typically to the skin in the arm or over the stomach. The sensor measures intestinal glucose levels every few minutes and then automatically transmits the information to a device-specific receiver, smartphone, smart watch or another smart device. Some monitors require the patient to visit their healthcare professional, either in-person or via telehealth,
RUNNER-UP: Kristen A. Updegraff, MD, SouthCoast Health
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while others allow patients to view in “real-time” how life impacts their blood sugar.
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“For patients who have diabetes, in particular, this new technology has allowed us to streamline a lot of the information,” Dr. De Castro explains.
RUNNER-UP: James A. Stoever, MD The Endocrine Clinic 705 E. 70th St.; 912.354.7622
Ismary De Castro, MD Savannah Endocrinology 107 Southern Blvd., Suite 103 savannahendocrinology.com912.352.5900
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The latest CGM designs also boast the ability to alarm the patient if their blood sugar drops too low or spikes. The device can even alert friends, neighbors and loved ones. “This allows patients with chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, a little more autonomy,” says Dr. De Castro. “They have more control over their life and can actively see how their choices affect their health. It’s phenomenal. I’m excited to see how these technologies continue to evolve. I’m excited for my patients.”
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RUNNER-UP: Michael Zoller, MD ENT Associates of Savannah 5201 Frederick St. 912.351.3030; entsavannah.com
FOR DR. DE CASTRO, enhanced patient care doesn’t stop at telehealth’s virtual exam room. Continuous glucose monitoring devices, or CGM for short, have not only changed the way Dr. De Castro interacts with her patients but also enables her patients to visualize their current glucose values in real-time and reflect on their own diabetes self-care.
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To Sapp, this is the future of the industry, and she can’t wait. “I foresee the ability to fully analyze patients from the comfort of their own home without ever having to step foot in our office until their procedure,” she says.
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FaceTime and Zoom, but with increased security measures and high-resolution video software, telehealth allows healthcare providers to have virtual consultations with patients.
“Utilizing allowedappointmentsvirtualhasustoseize the opportunity to provide care to the influx of patients.”
At Savannah Facial Plastic Surgery, Sapp has seen appointments for nonsurgical and surgical cosmetic procedures nearly double, likely due to a rise in remote work — and spending more time on video Telehealthcalls.has also made managing the increase of patients possible. “Utilizing virtual appointments has allowed us to seize the opportunity to provide care to the influx of patients,” says Sapp.
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WHILE COVID-19 DROVE many people to put their elective services on pause, the world of plastic surgery experienced an uptick in interest. According to a recent survey by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 11% of women surveyed indicated they are more interested in cosmetic plastic surgery or nonsurgical procedures now than before the pandemic, and that number increases to 24% among women who have already had surgery or a procedure.
At Savannah Facial Plastic Surgery, increased access to this technology means a wider reach for the practice and, most important, a better experience for patients — both those locally and those traveling to receive care. Rather than travel extensively for multiple appointments prior to a procedure, patients can have virtual consultations from anywhere. Some can even have post-op appointments remotely — reducing what is typically a three in-person appointment system, at a minimum, to only one in-office visit.
Frederic Specter, DPM, PC Coastal Ankle & Foot, LLC 352 Commercial Drive fredericspecterdpm.com912.354.3668
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RUNNER-UP (TIE): John Hargrove, DC Holistic Health Center of Savannah 100 Commercial Court, Suite B hhcofsavannah.com912.355.3185
Branden S. Hunter, MD ConsultantsGastroenterologyofSavannah PC 519 Stephenson Ave. 11706 Mercy Blvd., Plaza A, Bldg. 7 101 St. 912.354.9447;AndRichmond200SuiteCandlerJoseph’s/Drive,310,PoolerInterchangeDrive,Hillotherregionallocationsgastrosav.com
Rebecca Hart, ANP-BC, IFMCP Vitality Acupuncture 716 E 71st St.; vitalitysavannah.com912.308.1103
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5354 Reynolds St., Suite mytelfairdoc.com912.354.2634315
Misal Patel, MD SouthCoast Health 1000 Towne Center Blvd., Bldg. 1200, 912.748.2280;Poolersouthcoasthealth.com
Heather May, RN The Georgia Institute for Plastic Surgery 5361 Reynolds St. mycosmeticsurgeon.md912.355.8000
RUNNER-UP: Amedisys Home Health Care 17 Park of Commerce Blvd., Suite 100 amedisys-home-health-carelocations.amedisys.com/ga/savannah/912.233.9800
RUNNER-UP: Joseph Edwards, III, MD OB/GYN Specialists of Savannah, PC 600 E. 70th bestsavannahobgyn.com912.355.7766St.
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RUNNER-UP (TIE): Samuel D. McElroy, MD 4451 Paulsen St. memorialhealthdoctors.com912.350.7500
RUNNER-UP: Kevin N. Ammar, MD Neurological & Spine Institute 4 E. Jackson Blvd. neurologicalinstitute.com912.355.1010
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J. Michael Hemphill, MD Savannah SpecialistsNeurology
HAIR SURGEON/SPECIALISTRESTORATION
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RUNNER UP: Joseph Edwards, III, MD OB/GYN Specialists of Savannah, PC 600 E. 70th bestsavannahobgyn.com912.355.7766St.
GYNECOLOGIST
Melissa D. Wynn, MD Southern Providers,SurgicalPC 7120 Hodgson Memorial Drive 912.352.4490
DISEASEINFECTIOUSSPECIALIST
Nizar Eskandar, MD SouthCoast Health 1326 Eisenhower Drive, Bldg. southcoasthealth.com912.527.52251
Louis G. Horn IV, MD Neurological & Spine Institute 4 E. Jackson neurologicalinstitute.com912.355.1010Blvd.
RUNNER-UP: Katherine M. Moretz, MD Savannah Neurology Specialists 6602 Waters Ave. Suite savannahneurology.com912.354.7676C
Jeffrey Mandel, MD SouthCoast Health 1326 Eisenhower Drive, Bldg. 2 southcoasthealth.com912.354.6303
Andrew Tucker, MD St. NetworkCandlerJoseph's/Physician—OB/GYN
Yulianty D. Kusuma, MD, ofInternalFACPMedicineSavannah
NEPHROLOGIST
RUNNER-UP: Gregory Borak, ofGastroenterologyMDConsultantsSavannah,PC
HORMONE THERAPIST
NEUROLOGIST
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GYNECOLOGISTOBSTETRICIAN/
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RUNNER-UP: Joseph Edwards, III, MD OB/GYN Specialists of Savannah, PC 600 E. 70th bestsavannahobgyn.com912.355.7766St.
Timothy Minton, MD, FACS Minton MD Hair Restoration Center at Savannah Facial Plastic Surgery 5356 Reynolds St., #510 912.644.0744; facialplasticsurgery.comsavannah
Alliance Home Medical 709 Stephenson Ave. 912.200.3346
RUNNER-UP: Nenad Avramovski, MD SouthCoast Health 1326 Eisenhower Drive, Bldg. 2 southcoasthealth.com912.354.5543
GENERAL SURGEON
RUNNER-UP: Rebecca Lee Sentman, MD Nephrology and Hypertension Medical Associates 1115 Lexington Ave. thekidneydocs.com912.354.4813
Andrew Tucker, MD St. Joseph's / Candler NetworkPhysician—OB/GYN
6413 Waters Ave., Suite 102 internalmedicineofsavannah.com912.349.6624
6602 Waters Ave. Suite savannahneurology.com912.354.7676C
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Harry Collins, DO Savannah ManagementAgeMedicine
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RUNNER-UP: John Odom, MD Metro Surgical 5354 Reynolds St., Suite 202 metrosurgicalpc.com912.826.4057
RUNNER-UP: E. Ronald Finger, MD Finger and Associates Plastic Surgery Center 410 Mall Blvd., Suite E fingerandassociates.com912.354.4411
Hospice Savannah 1352 Eisenhower Drive hospicesavannah.org912.355.2289
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WHEN CONSIDERING THE plethora of technology available to plastic surgeons, one stands out among the rest to Dr. Horn: TouchMD. A visual consultation and imaging software used widely across the field of plastic surgery, TouchMD helps Dr. Horn to achieve patients’ desired results by giving them a more detailed picture of what procedures will look like, from start to finish.
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“It allows us to take a patient's picture and basically set expectations,” explains Dr. Horn. Furthermore, the software even allows him to share videos of the procedure itself before patients ever go under the knife.
Although these advantages are valuable for facilitating clear communication, Dr. Horn finds the most beneficial feature to be the software’s ability to categorize pictures into a gallery for patients to see their total transformation. “It’s satisfying for both myself and for patients,” adds Dr. Horn. “They forget where they come from, but then you get to show them the beforeand-after pictures of themselves.”
For Dr. Horn, this is where he finds the most meaning in his work. “It’s a truly fulfilling experience that I look forward to each time,” he says.
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“Thank you to all my patients for voting for me as Best General Surgeon for 10 years in a row! I couldn’t do it without the support of my staff, the OR staff and all the nurses. Thanks again!” Thank you Savannah Magazine readers for voting JEFFREY S. MANDEL, M.D., FACS TEN YEARS RUNNING! BEST GENERAL SURGEON 7 WINN E R 2O18 MAGAZINE 2019 W I NNER 2021 W I N NER 202 2 W I N NER 1326912.354.6303EISENHOWERDR., BLDG 2 • SOUTHCOASTHEALTH.COMSAVANNAH
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“The patient-related technology I find most useful and helpful is medical information available on the internet,” explains Dr. Jenkins. “This leads to proactive and preventative care the patient can initiate for musculoskeletal issues.”
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“All of these innovations improve the accuracy of information, speed up the process of information gathering and improve the accuracy of the diagnosis and treatment plan,” adds Dr. Jenkins. “This all leads to better patient care.”
RUNNER-UP: Regina B. Dandy, DO SouthCoast Health 89 Interchange Drive, Richmond Hill 912.527.5301; southcoasthealth.com
IN CONTEMPLATING THE evolution of healthcare technology over the years, Dr. Jenkins is most impressed with the advancements of internet portals in combination with digitized imaging during the exam process. Although the most recent advancements in robotic-assisted procedures are certainly helpful in overall patient care, Dr. Jenkins finds more value in how his patients are able to access and interact with their own care.
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Although access to medical information via internet portals is not new to the healthcare scene, Dr. Jenkins notes that patients having the ability to look at their test results prior to an appointment, in combination with the quality of the tests themselves, can significantly impact the success of the exam. With the more accurate imaging now available through MRIs, X-rays and CT scans, patients and medical professionals are able to have a better understanding of their healthcare needs.
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“All of these innovations improve the accuracy of improvegatheringspeedinformation,uptheprocessofinformationandtheaccuracyofthediagnosisandtreatmentplan.”
728 E. 67th St. | Savannah, GA 31405 (912) 352-3120 | Schulze-Eye.com Dr. Richard Schulze, Jr. we are dedicated to excellence in surgical eye care. Combining leading-edge technology with personalized attention to our patients, we can open your eyes to a whole new world of decreased dependence on glasses or contacts. Whether your needs include traditional or refractive cataract surgery, custom LASIK or PRK, implantable contact lenses or corneal transplants, our on-site ambulatory surgery center allows for surgery in a specialized setting, affording greater efficiencies & lower costs to our patients. You can count on our skilled staff to give you personal attention before, during and after surgery to help you achieve your visual best. Call us today to schedule your appointment. At Schulze Eye & Surgery Center, FOR VOTING ME THANK YOU, SAVANNAH BEST OPHTHALMOLOGIST 2021 W I N NER202 2 W I N NER
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As an orthopedic surgeon that specializes in shoulder problems and sports medicine, Dr. Wilson sees a lot of shoulder injuries — more than anyone in the region. Recovery from shoulder problems can be tough, but with advances made in the last decade, surgical and therapeutic treatments are yielding faster and more functional outcomes. This is because of more technological and biological conforming
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“I am excited about where technology is leading us. Hopefully we can continue to make it a smooth, efficient and more economical process in the future.”
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A top priority for Dr. Wilson is helping patients get back to the things that they enjoy doing in life whether sports, outdoor activities or just being able to accomplish daily tasks. Advances in both medical treatments and access to health care through improved technologies are doing just that.
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ONE QUICK TIP FOR IMPROVING CHILD BEHAVIOR IS: catch your child being good (i.e. quiet, calm, polite, etc.)! Adult attention, particularly parental attention, is behavioral fuel, so catch and label good, appropriate behaviors to see them more often.
• Savannah Behavioral Pediatrics “has changed our family’s lives and added so much more peace and joy to our days together! We are so much better equipped to handle our children’s changing behaviors and finally found the tools we need to better enjoy each other!”
WE’RE EXPERTS IN: child behavior, learning and development. We help parents and guardians to better understand the challenges facing their children, and we partner with families to change behavior, improve learning and overcome developmental obstacles. Whether your child or adolescent is exhibiting challenging behavior, anxiety, social delays or learning di ficulties, e
WE ARE MOST EXCITED ABOUT: offering unmatched care for children and adolescents in the Lowcountry. We offer the best and most comprehensive evaluations and effective, evidence-based behavior therapy. There’s no rule book for raising a child, but we are the next best thing! Through knowledge, practice and partnership, we help you and your child be your very best.
From left: Amanda Wadley, child and adolescent therapist; Dr. Cecelia Ribuffo, pediatric psychologist; Dr. Kristi HofstadterDuke, director and pediatric psychologist; Heather Myers, family therapist; and Dr. Kristen Hembree, pediatric psychologist and director of integrated care
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• “The most comprehensive testing as well as behavior/ psych therapy we’ve found! Amazing place!” Savannah Pediatrics,BehavioralLLC
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Amanda Wadley, child and adolescent herapist; Dr. Cecelia Ribuffo, pediatric psychologist; Dr. Kristi Hofstadter-Duke, director and pediatric psychologist; Heather Myers, family therapist, and Dr. Kristen Hembree, pediatric psychologist and director of integrated care
What families are saying:
OUR MOTTO IS: “Changing behavior. Changing lives.” When committed families collaborate with us and work hard, we see life-changing transformations for both the child and the family.
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THORACIC SURGEON
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