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RIESA PASCAL Riesa was born in London, England and now resides in sunny Orlando, Florida. She is a proud graduate of Florida State University where she double majored in creative writing and communication. In addition to editorial writing, Riesa is also deeply passionate about broadcast journalism and currently freelances as a TV personality with various networks in Central Florida. You can learn more about Riesa at her website: RiesaPascal.com

DANA DAMATO Dana Damato is a Florida native and a travel writer turned publicist. Prior to starting Damato Public Relations, Dana was an avid traveler seeking new adventure, and has appeared in Forbes Travel, My Malibu Beach, Sky Magazine and many more.

She pursued a Masters degree in Communications from the University of Central Florida and uses her expertise in media and travel to work with different brands around the world. She is addicted to adventure and loves to indulge herself in new cultures. She thrives off travel, visiting unique destinations, and bringing those experiences to life through words.

GREG ALEXANDER Greg Alexander is a world citizen who travels the planet to transmute all the quintessence of femininity on glazed paper. If he nourishes an atavistic passion for Greece, the ground of his ancestors, it’s in Paris that he has found his home port. As a photographer, he continues his dream of perfection because, according to him, “the photograph is a kind of plastic surgery which is able to modulate a face ad infinitum!” His vision of beauty is fragile, transitory, a little kitsch and inevitably fatal.

MARK NEJAME Mark NeJame is a renowned trial attorney who has been involved in some of the areas and country’s highest profile cases. He is routinely sought by the media as a legal commentator and is currently a Legal Analyst for CNN. He is the Founder and Senior Partner of the Law Firm of NeJame, LaFay, Jancha, Ahmed, Barker, Joshi & Moreno, P.A. a/k/a NeJame Law. NeJame Law has 15 attorneys and 4 divisions: Personal Injury, Criminal, Immigration and Business/Commercial Litigation. Mr. NeJame is a regular contributor to Orlando Style Magazine. Mr. NeJame can be reached at 407-245-1232 and NejameLaw.com.

MAHA CHAUDHRY Maha Chaudhry, a long-time resident of Florida, is a Mindset Coach who focuses on helping individuals break free from self-limiting beliefs and unlock access to their greatest gifts using intuitive techniques. She also serves as a professional Storyteller with several years of experience in the areas of Digital Marketing and Public Relations. Helping others excel is where her passion lies, whether she is assisting clients on their empowered journey, or helping businesses and startups thrive while building and sharing their brand story.

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16 / EVENTS What’s Happening Orlando 18 / CITY NEWS In Case You Missed It

By Riesa Pascal 20 / VACATIONLAND Candlelight Valentine’s Day 24 / OUR TOWN The Daytona 500 26 / OUR TOWN Orlando’s Most Romantic Restaurants

By Elizabeth Mejia 28 / BARFLY Pink Champagne Floats 30 / BEST FRIENDS Paws in the Park 34 / TOYS The 2023 Rolls-Royce Spectre 36 / TRAVEL ’N STYLE San Juan Marriot Resort & Stellaris Casino

By Cathleen K Bode 40 / HEALTH & BEAUTY Rebuild the New “ME” Resolution

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Style’s 20th-anniversary celebration It’s hard to believe 20 years has gone by! We are grateful to our longstanding partners and our amazing staff, as well as freelance writers and photographers from all over the world, who continue to find and report on the best of luxury in every issue of Style Magazines —and we look forward to the next 20 years!

At Orlando Style we celebrate the luxury of life, the quality of life, the art of life, and the meaning of life. We don’t see ourselves only as a publication; we see ourselves as a representation of Your Way of Life.

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It’s been a long journey but a very fruitful one over the past 20 years here at Orlando Style. We’ve seen how the publishing industry has evolved over the years and we’ve made changes when necessary to stay with the times or even stay ahead of the curve. However, some things never change and that includes our passion for what

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We are grateful for all the support and feedback from our readers, some of whom have been with us right from the beginning, and look forward to another 20 years and more with the Orlando Style Magazine family.

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Contact us for questions and investment opportunities at: info@ styletome.com As we learned again and again, nothing is quite as important as your good health, and we want to help you find the best doctor for your needs. In our ‘Orlando’s Doctors of the Year’ feature, you will meet our city’s health professionals recommended/voted for by their local peers and our readers. We are looking forward to hear some feedback from you and don’t forget to vote for your favorite doctor on our website.

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CITY NEWS

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YOU MISSED IT STY L E E V E N TS , NE WS & G O S S I P F R O M A R O U ND O R LA ND O

By Riesa Pascal

Welcome back, Orlando! It’s my joy to wish you a Happy New Year! 2023 is

sure to be another memorable, fun-filled year and as always, I’m going to be right here every month bringing you all the latest recaps and highlights. For now, it’s time to wind the clock back to December and find out how the city of Orlando celebrated this past holiday season and the start of a new year. Here are a few of the most important events, just in case you missed it!

Lake Nona Town Center was transformed into the festive Peppermint Square for Lake Nona’s 5th Annual “Oh, What Fun!” Holiday Festival. The festivities ran from December 7-24 and even spilled over to the adjacent Boxi Park. In addition to plenty of holiday treats available for purchase, Santa and Mrs. Claus were also on hand for photos. The festival also included plenty of Instagrammable holiday décor that made for the perfect holiday photo backdrop. The centerpiece was a 24-foot Christmas tree, but the event was also the place to go for those looking for a tree to take home. Peppermint Forest Christmas tree lot was on site ready for attendees to find their perfect tree.

Throughout December, SeaWorld held their Christmas Celebration which saw the park transformed into a winter wonderland sparkling with millions of beautiful lights. Each night ended with the spectacular Fireworks and Fountains Finale, all choreographed to holiday music. Sesame Street fans delighted in the daily Christmas parade including Elmo, Cookie Monster, Bert, Ernie and more. In addition, Elmo’s Christmas Wish Show saw friends from Sesame Street help Elmo find his Christmas wish. Another returning favorite was Rudolph’s ChristmasTown where guests immersed themselves in the story of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. Guests could even take a spin around the outdoor ice skating rink at Bayside Stadium for a true Winter Wonderland experience.

Thousands of Central Floridians and tourists alike chose to celebrate the Christmas season at Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center with Christmas at the Gaylord Palms. Presented by Pepsi, ICE! returned this year and saw visitors don the resort’s signature blue parkas and step into a winter wonderland spilling over with more than two million pounds of colorful ice. In addition to unique and rideable slides made out of ice, Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas!

Was retold to the masses in larger-than-life ice sculptures.

Families from all over the world make Epcot International Festival of the Holidays a holiday tradition as kitchens located throughout the 11 countries in Epcot’s World Showcase showed off how the holidays are celebrated around the globe. Park guests easily got their steps in exploring the different cultures during the celebratory time of the year. Many chose to spend their entire day strolling

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between the pavilions doing some holiday shopping and enjoying costumed performers entertaining in the different countries. Disney’s beloved Candlelight Processional also returned this year much to the delight of park guests. Each night of the event, a celebrity narrator told the story of Christmas, recounting the biblical tale of a savior born in Bethlehem. Woven into the production were stirring songs of hope and joy performed by the orchestra and massed choir.

Night of a Million Lights arranged by Give Kids The World Village had a brand new location for the 2022 holiday season. The sparkling lights spectacular dazzled brighter than ever at Live H20 Water Park located at Margaritaville Orlando Resort in Kissimmee. The event ran until January 1st and invited visitors to walk through dazzling displays that contained over 3 million holiday lights. Guests enjoyed festive family activities and live entertainment for a one-of-a-kind, fully interactive holiday experience. Proceeds from Night of a Million Lights benefitted the non-profit which fulfills the wishes of critically ill children who want to visit central Florida. Walt Disney World donated the majority of lights and other companies, including LEGOLAND Florida, Kennedy Space Center and SeaWorld Orlando also pitched in for the noteworthy cause.

On January 21st, Science on Tap at Loch Haven Park invited science and beer lovers to swing by for a fun afternoon of brews, food, and science while supporting a good cause! From stouts to ciders, over 40 local breweries from around Central Florida were sampling some of their best brews as guests sipped their way through interactive science demos, enjoyed live music, challenged their friends in games of cornhole or giant jenga, and more. In between the beers, guests could take a break and enjoy a few of Orlando’s favorite local food trucks offering some tasty treats available for purchase. Proceeds from the event enable Orlando Science Center to continue inspiring science learning for life for everyone through engaging experiences that build important skills and illustrate the power of science to address real world challenges.

The Florida SMaSH Beer Festival was created to celebrate the creativity and camaraderie of breweries in the Sunshine State and beyond. With a focus on giving back to our community, proceeds of the January 28th event were donated to A Spoon Full of Hope, a product of Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, which staged the perfect opportunity for guests to feel good about their day drinking! The festival required each brewery to concoct a beer made from the same single malt and single hop. This limitation forced brewers to think outside the box while focusing on innovative flavor, outstanding quality, and technique.

With roughly 80 beers to sample, including one-offs from every brewery, there was something to please everyone.

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VACATIONLAND UNIVERSAL’S EPIC UNIVERSE

Construction resumes on an entirely new level of theme park entertainment

CANDLELIGHT: VALENTINE’S DAY Special ft. “Romeo and Juliet” and More

after being delayed from August 2019 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Universal’s Epic Universe

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Orlando. Get your tickets now to discover the Valentine’s Day inspired music at The Azalea Lodge in Mead Gardens under the gentle glow of candlelight.

will offer an entirely new level of experience that will forever change theme park entertainment. Guests will venture beyond their wildest imagination, traveling into beloved stories and through vibrant lands on adventures where the journey is as astounding as the ultimate

Moon River from Breakfast at Tiffany’s – Henry Mancini O Mio Babbino Caro from Gianni Schicchi – Giacomo Puccini Méditation from Thaïs – Jules Massenet String Quartet No. 2 in D Major: III. Notturno: Andante – Alexander Borodin Clair de Lune, L.32 – Claude Debussy Libertango – Astor Piazzolla Love Theme from Romeo and Juliet – Nino Rota Gabriel’s Oboe from The Mission – Ennio Morricone My Heart Will Go On from Titanic – James Horner and Céline Dion Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana – Pietro Mascagni Serenade for Strings in E Minor, Op. 20: II. Larghetto – Edward Elgar Fantasy Overture from Romeo and Juliet – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky

destination. So far, if their are no more delays, they are expected to open summer of 2025.

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General Info - Venue: The Azalea Lodge in Mead Gardens - Dates and times: February 10 at 6:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. (select during purchase) - Duration: 65 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted) - Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

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ORLANDO MUSEUM OF ART

NEW YEAR’S EVE

- A RECAP

The Orlando Museum of Art (OMA) knows how to throw a party.

This year’s New Years Eve celebration was no exception. After three years, the OMA did a comeback, ringing in 2023 with much anticipation.

Among the decadent art displays was an array of tasteful Hors d’eourves and desserts. Attendees had the option to roam around the museum’s hallways and visit multiple galleries throughout the night.

By Maha Chaudhry

When it came to music, you could easily find yourself swaying to beats by the Breezeway trio set and to music by DJ Nick Whitney Set and DJ GAY-Z and DJ Totally Cool Dad. Speaking of swaying, there was a couple who spent majority of the night on the dance floor and weren’t shy to admit it was their first NYE together, and one to certainly remember. They two of them had recently met and decided to attend the OMA together as it would be the first time for both.

Aside from love being in the air, the event hosted a magical display of fireworks right outside in the garden. At exactly midnight, the night skies filled with dazzling lights and beauty, much fitting to the event.

It was certainly a magical night to remember.

We look forward to the centennial celebration in 2024. Proceeds from the events benefit the Orlando Museum of Art. Follow OMA to keep up with future events, and to support your local art museum!

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OUR TOWN

OUR TOWN WWE RAW Florida is a state that WWE has visited on a regular basis over the years, producing countless shows there. Florida’s fans have enjoyed various editions of Monday Night Raw, Friday Night SmackDown, NXT and several PPVs as well. And it returns to Orlando’s Amway Center on August 9. Your favorite WWE Superstars are ready to return to the ring surrounded by their faithful fans. Tickets are on sale now! Special appearances by John Cena, Drew McIntyre, Randy Orton and Riddle vs. Bobby Lashley, AJ Styles and Omos.

FLORIDA’S FAVORITE RACE The Daytona 500 - 65 years of racing.

To be here and witness the DAYTONA 500, in person, is to take part in something iconic and momentous. The energy, excitement, and power of being here live will stay with you for a lifetime.

The 2023 NASCAR Cup Series season is unofficially scheduled to get underway with the preseason Busch Light Clash exhibition race at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.

Later on in the month, points-paying action is scheduled to begin with the first of 36 races on the schedule, the 65th annual Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway.

DID SOMEONE SAY TACOS? Taco & Margarita Festival Tacos and Margaritas? Say less! The Orlando Taco and Margarita Festival comes to Camping World Stadium on Saturday, February 4 with big, bold flavors for all to enjoy. They will be partnering with several popular, local taquerias, restaurants and food trucks to offer innovative taco options and exciting sampling opportunities. Get ready for live music, live wrestling, tacoeating competitions, carnival games and so much more!

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There are 33 confirmed full-time drivers for the 2023 season and three other confirmed chartered entries which still need drivers. There are three other parttime entries confirmed for the Daytona 500, with more likely to be added to that list in the near future.

If there are more than four non-chartered entries on the entry list, then not everyone who attempts to qualify for the 200-lap race at the four-turn, 2.5mile (4.023-kilometer) high-banked Daytona Beach, Florida oval will ultimately get into the 40-car field.

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OUR TOWN

ORLANDO’S MOST ROMANTIC RESTAURANTS

BY ELIZABETH MEJIA

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OUR TOWN

1. Better than Sex

2. Capa

We recently did a poll on Instagram asking the people of the city beautiful which restaurants they consider to be the most romantic in Orlando. And the people have answered!

Orlando is a city that keeps growing, especially in the dining and entertainment world. And with Valentine’s Day around the corner, we wanted to know (and share) the best and most romantic places to take your date on Valentine’s Day. The results reflected the very great thing about Orlando - the diversity. There truly is something for everyone. The oldie but goodie, the fan favorites, the hole-in-the-wall’s, the restaurant that has been open forever, the instagram spot, and so many new restaurants. We received a wide range of answers but narrowed it down to the top 6.

The top choice was no other than Better Than Sex. A dessert-only restaurant featuring a dark, sweet, and sexy ambiance, perfect for the occasion. Second choice was a tie between Capa at the Four Seasons and Hillstone in Winter Park. Both excellent places with gorgeous views. Next was Eddie V’s Steakhouse, an elegant fine-dining chain with a seafood & steak menu, plus a cocktail lounge featuring live jazz, perfect for an elegant feel. Fifth place was Prato the famous Italian restaurant on Park Ave. Not only the restaurant is romantic, the stroll on Park ave also sets the perfect Valentine’s Day vibe. And coming in sixth place was Kabooki Sushi, a Michelin star restaurant

3. Hillstone

(along with Prato), Kabooki will never disappoint with their fresh fine fish.

There are many amazing restaurants in Orlando, aside from just the ones mentioned above. Other mentions included Cathams, Four Flamingo’s, Garp & Fuss, Ava, Ocean Prime, Otto’s, The Wave, Swan & Dolphin, and many more. So grab your partner or friends and make a reservation at one of these amazing places to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

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PINK CHAMPAGNE FLOATS

To Celebrate this Valentine’s Day Pink Champagne Floats are the perfect Valentine’s Day cocktails and dessert all in one!

This fun treat is the same as a regular float, but it’s made with pink champagne and raspberry sorbet for something classy and festive. Talk about a romantic dessert idea!

Ingredients: 2-3 scoops raspberry sorbet 1 cup pink champagne I used Barefoot Pink Moscato Fresh raspberries for garnish

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Directions: - Place scoops of sorbet in large wine glass.

- 2-3 scoops raspberry sorbet - Pour champagne over the sorbet.

- 1 cup pink champagne - Top with fresh raspberries - Allow to melt while you sip or eat with a spoon, either way works

BEST FRIENDS

PAWS In the Park

Orlando’s Largest Pet Festival Is Back Featuring Adoptable Pets, Dock Diving and Doggy Sports, Pet Costume Contest, Food Trucks, Beer Garden, PetFriendly Vendors and More Orlando, FL (January 17, 2023) – Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando invites all pet lovers to join together at Orlando’s largest pet festival “Paws in the Park” returning to beautiful Lake Eola Park on Saturday, February 11, 2023. Kicking off at 10am is the signature Pet Costume Contest with celebrity judges and cash prizes (Themes: Stars of Film & TV, Favorite Food, Dogs with Jobs). Participants and their furry family members can register online and invite their friends and family to join them for the special award ceremony, costume contest and festivities. Then, all attendees and their fur pals will enjoy a full day of both “human” and “canine” activities until 4pm.

Activities include the famous dock diving for dogs, lure courses, beer garden, a variety of food trucks and shopping, pet products and more, plus plenty of pet adoption opportunities. Pet Alliance’s mobile vet unit will also be on site and providing free vaccines.

“We cannot wait to join together with our amazing animal loving community and celebrate the deep love we have for our furry family members at our hugely popular Paws in the Park festival,” says Pet Alliance Associate Director of Development Amanda Henry.

“This year’s event has all the favorite festivities like the adorable Pet Costume Contest and always entertaining dock diving for dogs. Whether it’s folks first time attending or an annual tradition, we guarantee a funfilled and unforgettable day for everyone.”

Paws in the Park supports the mission of Pet Alliance, the region’s oldest and largest animal welfare agency, to educate, shelter, place and heal pets and their

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families with compassionate, responsible care. Funds raised from the hugely popular event will help Pet Alliance save over 4,000 dogs and cats this year by providing shelter, care and love until they find their forever home.

For more information on Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando and to register and fundraise for Paws in the Park, visit www.petallianceorlando.org and www. pawsinthepark.org.

About Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando was founded in 1937 as the Orlando Humane Society. Since then, the organization has worked hard to provide positive and safe outcomes for pets. Today, Pet Alliance has a dedicated focus on the welfare and well-being of dogs and cats in Orange, Seminole and Osceola Counties.

As the “go to” experts in Greater Orlando, they do good things for dogs and cats and the people who love them. Their goal is to provide compassionate and knowledgeable services for pets and to be leaders in innovative animal care and veterinary medicine.

More than 4,000 surrendered pets and homeless animals turn to the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando for caring, compassion and hope through their shelters each year. Pet Alliance provides food, medical care and shelter for dogs and cats until they find their new homes. In addition to providing housing and care, Pet Alliance works to develop progressive and innovative programs that help keep pets and people together. Pet Alliance also provides low-cost spay/ neuter surgeries and animal wellness through their public veterinary clinics. Their shelter programs are supported entirely by donations from the community they serve. For more information on Pet Alliance, donations and to see available pets for adoption in real-time, visit www.petallianceorlando.com.

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The 29th Annual “Paws In The Park” Pet Festival Returning To Lake Eola Park In Downtown Orlando On Saturday, February 11

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THE 2023

ROLLS-ROYCE SPECTRE THE FIRST ELECTRIC ROLLS-ROYCE IS A REPLACEMENT OF SORTS FOR THE OLD PHANTOM COUPE.

SPECTRE IS EXPECTED TO HAVE AN ALL-ELECTRIC RANGE OF 320 MILES /520 KILOMETRES WLTP AND OFFER 900NM OF TORQUE FROM ITS 430KW [576 HORSEPOWER] POWERTRAIN. IT IS ANTICIPATED TO ACHIEVE 0-60MPH IN 4.4 SECONDS (0-100KM/H IN 4.5 SECONDS).

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Despite the fact that electric cars were quite popular in the early 20th century, Rolls-Royce has never built one, until now. The Spectre is the first, an ultra-luxury coupe that serves as a replacement for the old Phantom Coupe. It heralds a new era for RollsRoyce, which intends to be all-electric by 2030.

The Spectre rides on Rolls-Royce’s “Architecture of Luxury,” an allaluminum platform that underpins the Phantom, Cullinan, and Ghost.

The battery pack is integrated into the Spectre’s extruded aluminum spaceframe, and while Rolls-Royce doesn’t mention the energy capacity in its press release, it does tell us the battery pack weighs over 1500 pounds. Specifications aren’t finalized, but Rolls-Royce says that the electric powertrain will offer 577 hp and 664 lb-ft of torque—similar figures to its current V-12—and estimates the range will be around 260 miles.

While not quite as large as the old Phantom Coupe, the Spectre is still enormous for a coupe. Its overall length of 214.685 inches is nearly as much as a long-wheelbase Mercedes S-Class, and it weighs 6559 pounds.

Despite that, it does 0–60 mph in 4.4 seconds and has a limited top speed of 155 mph.

suspension, too. It’s a development of the “Planar” suspension system used on the new Ghost, which utilizes tuned mass dampers on the front upper wishbones, and a camera system that reads the road ahead and adjusts the air springs and adaptive dampers to compensate. In the Spectre, the ability to decouple antiroll bars is added. This helps isolate each wheel from another when driving straight, but when the car figures out you’re about to start cornering, it reengages the antiroll bars.

The design is typically Rolls-Royce, with a long fastback roofline and rearhinged doors that recall the old Wraith, and a backlit front grille like the Ghost.

The Spirit of Ecstasy badge is everpresent on the hood, and the Spectre gets the very en vogue lighting setup of thin daytime-running lights up top, smoked headlight lenses below. Wheels are 23 inches, a necessity to balance out the size of the car, says Rolls-Royce.

Inside, it’s all familiar Rolls-Royce, too, though the interior spec on this launch car is quite lurid. The signature Rolls-Royce starry night motif— which uses thousands of fiber-optic lights integrated into the headliner to recreate a starry night—now extends to the doors. Naturally, there’s a limitless amount of customization options for both exterior and interior.

Rolls-Royce isn’t announcing an exact price, but it says it should be somewhere between the $350,000 Cullinan and the $450,000 Phantom.

Customer deliveries are expected in about a year’s time.

Rolls-Royce does a couple of interesting things with the Spectre’s

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San Juan Marriott

RESORT STELLARIS CASINO By: Cathleen K. Bode

The oldest city on U.S. territory in Puerto Rico founded in 1521 by Ponce de Leon, San Juan contains approximately half the entire population of the island's almost four million citizens. The 4-Star resort, with its magnificent Stellaris Casino, contains 525 rooms and was built in 1995 on the beautiful resort-filled, fine white sands of Condado Beach. The Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is a short (4.3 mi.) cab ride away.

This smoke-free property is situated near the historic district of Old San Juan, with its wonderfully restored Spanish Colonial architecture and offers a multitude of amenities for the entire family. Guests can enjoy the health club, game room, children programs, Spa, all levels of dining and a casino, just to list a few. On-site, uniformed security is also provided to ensure optimum safety both within the hotel as well as in the parking areas.

For a casual, laid back spot to dine, the Beach Bar offers a lunch into late evening menu of burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, salads and of course a tropical drink or two to quench the thirst, if you catch my drift! The ever-popular Coffee Merchant and Bake Shop provides that early morning caffeine 'jolt' serving pastries, sandwiches, salads and coffee drinks throughout the day and into early evening. From mid-day into the late evening hours, those seeking a more relaxed dining experience can enjoy cocktails and a full menu of international fare as well as live music and dancing on selected nights.

I decided to indulge in some immediate pampering and visited the quaint Ocean Club Spa for a massage and much needed facial. Needless to say, these treatments do so much to relax ones’ self both physically and mentally, setting the tone for the entire vacation. All sorts of other bodily treatments are also available for both men and women.

Wish to try your luck at the games of chance? All that's necessary is to slither into the beautifully carpeted, furnished and accessorized Stellaris casino, with its gorgeous crystal chandeliers majestically hanging throughout. You will obviously need a pocketful of cash once you settle on the appropriate game you wish to conquer, then immerse yourself into the challenge lying ahead. Remember this, if you are fortunate enough to jump out into a lead, don't get greedy, take the money and run although one enterprising older gentleman seated at my table advised me to put aside my original investment and then “just have fun with

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their money”!

There are so many other things to do when in San Juan. In addition to the on-site hotel amenities, there are many sightseeing attractions, great restaurants, and exciting nightlife venues. Visit Spanish Colonial towns and tropical forests, engage in water sports of all kinds, from swimming to snorkeling off coral reefs, scuba diving explorations of underwater caves, golf, tennis, horseback riding, boating, hiking, cycling and of course…SHOPPING! To arrange for these activities, we suggest planning through Travel Services, Inc., an in-house Destination Management Company (DMC) at the Marriott. From airport transfers to sightseeing trips, tours of water and land-based activities to cooking classes with renowned chefs, TSI can do it all. We opted to take their Kayaking Bioluminescent Bay Tour of Las Cabezas de San Juan, which is located on Road 987 near Las Croabas, at the northeastern-most tip of the island. This Natural Reserve is owned by The Conservation Trust of Puerto Rico and consists of 445 acres of land featuring seven distinct ecosystems including: coral reefs, sandy beaches, sub-tropical dry forests, sea grass beds and one of the few bioluminescent bays in the world.

Beginning at sunset our eco-guides got us into our two person kayaks and brought all necessary safety equipment and lights. After receiving

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pre-ride training covering all aspects of the tour and operation of the kayaks, we paddled to the entrance of a mystical channel leading to an area where the mangroves create natural tunnels. Sounds of wildlife surrounded us. After this 15 to 20 minute paddle under the blanket of night sky, our guide stopped to give commentary on the various points of interest: identification of bird life inhabitants, Marine life using the lagoon as a sanctuary, information on visible stars and an explanation of the bioluminescent micro-organisms that give the water its mysterious light. Awesome! (It might be a good idea to wear a bathing suit beneath your clothing, as you will almost certainly get wet along the way!). The only real downside was that it took 2 ½ hours to travel from the hotel to the Bay along slow winding roads, making three other stops to pick up others from hotels along the way.

Might not be a bad idea to chip in with a few others and rent a car for a day otherwise bring your ‘Dramamine’!

San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino 1309 Ashford Avenue San Juan, PR 00907, Puerto Rico (787) 722-7000 www.marriott.com Puerto Rico is a U.S. Commonwealth that uses U.S. currency, mail and phones. No passports or visas are required for U.S. citizens.

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A vibrant, modern, multicultural society that offers great diversity.

Guests can experience thousands of years of history infused with Spanish, African, Indian and American culture, combined with the modern conveniences of today’s world.

MCI, and Sprint make calling home relatively convenient and let you avoid hotel surcharges. All the major cell phone companies are here.

Many of the hotels have wi-fi service available either for a fee or as an included amenity.

It encompasses distinctly different kinds of topography and microclimates in a relatively small area- from lush tropical forests, karst hills, to mangroves, dry forest and bioluminescent bays...

Your Money: American Express, Visa, Master Card, Discover and Traveler’s Checks are accepted at featured hotels and most restaurants and shops. ATMs accepting U.S. bank and charge-cards are available in every city and most hotels.

Language: Spanish and English are the official languages. While Spanish is the dominant language, the majority of the local residents speak English. Although a little Spanish is helpful and it's fun to practice and learn while you are visiting, it is certainly NOT necessary to enjoy your trip.

Climate and Time: An agreeable climate is one of Puerto Rico's most attractive characteristics. Puerto Rico has a tropical marine climate, with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). And enjoys yearround summer temperatures. Uses Atlantic Standard (AST), which is one hour later than Eastern Standard Time (EST). The island does not observe Daylight Savings Time.

Communications and Internet: Phone cards or calling cards and IDD service are readily available. Long-distance services from AT&T,

Taxes, Fees & Tips: There is no airport tax levied on arrival or departure. A 7% Sales Tax applies to all consumer purchases but not to most B2B transactions. There are no hidden service fees. The accepted meal gratuity is 15 – 20%. Hotels will often levy a “Resort Fee” on accommodation pricing in addition to the applicable Puerto Rico Hotel Tax of 9 to 11%.

Getting There: Puerto Rico is one of the easiest places to get to. San Juan serves as the main "hub" in the Caribbean. Part of the United States TSA security system, it’s an outstanding airport with tight security. Puerto Rico airports handle domestic, US and international flights to and from the Island on a daily basis. Many flights are direct from the Midwest and eastern United States (3-5 hours flight time).

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TO LOVE IS TO LOVE FROM WITHIN

By Maha Chaudhry

Since our younger days, we’ve been exposed to the greatest love stories of all times. It began with the fairytales that were read to us and the Disney prince and princess who depicted love in the most magical way, then it eventually transitioned into romance movies, novels and social media.

We are shown that love is falling in love with someone else, and were conditioned to believe that the greatest love story we will ever have is with another person. But now that I look back in hindsight, I have to say that I disagree.

Although I love, love and believe that there is a special love out there for everyone, I am a firm believer that the greatest love you will ever have is the love you hold for yourself.

And here’s why When you love yourself, whole heartedly, you welcome the world to do the same. It sounds pretty easy, but self-love is a journey. It consists of forgiveness, acceptance and unlearning beliefs that date as early back to childhood. It means getting honest with yourself and truly believing that you are deserving of the kind of love you desire. It is then you will better be able to manifest love with respect, admiration and lastly, unconditional love for yourself. Author Louise Hay explained it best herself when she said it is when you love who you are that you bring out the best in you.

I’ve heard many people say that I will be the happiest when I meet the love of my life. The truth is, happiness is yours to claim right now, and it comes from nowhere other than yourself. Does a healthy relationship make us happier? Sure, it can enrich our lives, but, unless we feel good from within, we may struggle to accept the love with receive from others.

We may find it instead to be a temporary feeling that will eventually fade or burnout. However, when you practice self-love, you are constantly putting your self-worth to the forefront, which I believe should be a prerequisite for any

relationship. For this reason, healing is imperative, especially after heartbreak. It allows you to let go of what no longer serves you, including negative and limiting beliefs, and opens you up to accepting healthy love again. When people neglect healing, they can find themselves in a pattern of disappointment, not being able to clearly understand where they are going wrong. Though you can continue to grow with your partner, as a healthy relationship holds space for growth, it’s still important to bring your authentic self into a relationship - and if that means to heal some wounds in order to give more of yourself to someone, then in that moment, that’s what needs to be done. Remember, what you give out, you get back. Practicing self -love with healing will also allow you to create healthy boundaries.

It is no surprise that the best things in life sometimes come unexpectedly. There’s a reason people say love happens when you least expect it, and that’s because it happens when you are embracing yourself, embracing your own love story with your dreams, goals, desires and the things that bring you joy. When you are doing you, you are flowing in the kind of energy that draws others towards you. And that kind of energy is contagious because it vibrates high.

This Valentine’s Day and always, whether you are taken, single, or unsure, practice self-love by treating yourself to something you enjoy, and celebrate you - your growth, resilience and everything you’ve endured to get to where you are today.

And for anyone who needs to hear this - you are deserving of the love you seek for yourself and from others. Claim it. Own it. Embrace it. Love it.

Like the great Rumi said, “What you seek is seeking you.”

Fall in love with yourself, and love will always be on your side.

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A new year of abundances has begun, and this is a great opportunity for us to let go

of the old, and welcome the new “ME”. We have been given a new year of new chances to set goals for our physical, emotional, mentally and spiritually in all areas of life. What happened in the past, it’s the past. The future is not the reality yet. We must focus on where we are and that where we are, it’s here in this present moment.

A New Year’s resolution is important for the new beginning, to enhance the self-efficacy. It provides us the virtue of aspiring to our goals and achieving them. You will have a sense of control over what and how you would live your life.

Healthy and Happy life:

THE NEW

“ME”

RESOLUTION Author : Natalie Smith

Let start the new “ME” with making yourself a priority by loving yourself first.

Loving yourself first is a must! It’s the master key to a positive and happy life in all aspects of life. Only “YOU” can take care of yourself in the ways that you need the most, because you know yourself better than anyone else. Noone can complete you, but you! You can be a better version of you and will have enough love for others. Your self-love will lead to selfconfidence, self-discipline, self-awareness, self-worth, self-control, healthy boundaries and many more.

Self-love activities to enhance body

Self-love activities to enhance positive

positivity:

mindset:

1. Meditation 2. Practice Gratitude by journaling 3. Exercise 4. Healthy diet 5. Spend some time outside 6. Read books 7. Attend personal growth seminars, workshops or listen to self growth podcasts 8. Reward yourself 9. Skincare routine 10. Stay hydrated

1. Be authentic with who you are 2. Stop comparing yourself to others 3. Don’t worry about other people opinions 4. Let go of things you can’t control 5. Don’t hold on to toxic people 6. Process your fear 7. Trust yourself to make good decisions for yourself.

8. Allow yourself to make mistakes 9. Take every opportunity life presents or create your own.

10. Set a healthy boundaries

By putting these elements in place, you will be more likely to achieve your goals. Your mindset has shifted to what is important for you and why it’s a must for you to check off all your goals. It’s easy to write down the goals for your new year's resolution but how come it’s hard to accomplish all of them. Because we don’t put the value in ourselves enough therefore the process of the end result is lacking. When you make yourself a priority you then want your goals to achieve because you know the value of the outcome.

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DO’S & DON’TS OF

PLASTIC SURGERY

The hardest part of deciding to undergo plastic surgery is “fear of the unknown.” Plastic surgery teams often find that the most important responsibility to make sure each patient knows what to expect every step along the way.

We’ve gathered for you our top ten “do’s and don’ts” of plastic surgery. Beyond choosing your plastic surgeon wisely (which is a given!) the below is the carefully curated short list of the things we wish every plastic surgery patient knew. We hope sharing our knowledge helps you with your journey to a new you!

DO #1 | HAVE REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS You may want to have Kim Kardashian’s nose or Angelina Jolie’s lips, but it’s unrealistic to think that you’re going to end up looking exactly like your dream celebrity. There’s a science behind what makes each of us “beautiful” and it could very well be that Angelina’s lips wouldn’t look good on you, given your unique facial anatomy. A skillful plastic surgeon will be able to give you the general characteristics of the celebrity’s feature you desire, however, no two faces are ever the same so always maintain realistic expectations post-op. In the end, the goal of good plastic surgery is to have natural-looking results that enhance your overall appearance without looking fake or out-of-proportion with the rest of your face.

DO #2 | MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT BEFORE SURGERY If plastic surgery is part of a more ambitious plan to a healthier, slimmer new you, make sure any planned weight loss happens before surgery. Fluctuations in weight after surgery can cause

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unanticipated volume changes, which can negatively impact the surgery results. For the same reasons, maintaining a healthy weight after surgery will maximize results.

DO #3 | CONSIDER YOUR CARETAKER You’ll need someone to take you home and care for you directly following surgery, so keep the availability of your “caretaker” in mind, too, when discussing surgery dates. Plan for this person to take care of you at least until the morning after your surgery. Also keep in mind that you can’t drive while taking pain medications, so you will need someone to drive you to and from any appointments you have. How long you stay on pain medications depends on your pain tolerance. Some patients are off the pain meds in a day or two while others prefer to continue using for about a week afterwards. It’s worth noting that some plastic surgery teams, like us, partner with a caretaker service where a nurse takes you home from surgery and cares for you overnight.

DO #4 | PLAN TO TAKE APPROPRIATE TIME OFF While it is certainly possible to go back to work after a long weekend of recovery, the large majority of facial plastic surgery patients prefer to take one to two weeks off work. After the first week, any stitches and bandages will be gone, but it can take up to two weeks before you’re “restaurant ready” – meaning if you were to go to a restaurant, the person at the table next to you wouldn’t be able to tell you had anything done.

DO #5 | WAIT AT LEAST SIX MONTHS BEFORE JUDGING YOUR RESULTS We all want instant gratification, but recovery from plastic surgery is a journey not a race. Sure, you’ll look “restaurant ready” after two weeks, but the final results may take up to a year to fully materialize. For example, residual swelling can take many months to dissipate. Acquaintances won’t notice the swelling or small imperfections, but you will! The body’s healing process is not only complex and involved, but it also is unique to each person. Trust in yourself and in your plastic surgeon, whom you spent so much time choosing.

DON’T #1 | DON’T MAKE COST YOUR PRIMARY DECISION FACTOR Sure, there’s a general ballpark that most plastic surgery should fall within, but price alone should not be your primary factor when choosing who to go with. If you want cheap, go to Mexico, but beware! There are a number of patients with botched jobs from other countries that need revisions.

Plastic surgery is an investment in yourself and you should invest wisely.

DON’T #2 | DON’T LET YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY DO “ARM CHAIR” DOCTORING Everyone has an opinion, and during the recovery process your close friends and family will be sharing theirs whether you want to hear them or not! Usually by the time a patient shares the concerns their friends and family have raised, they are in a near panic. Swelling, asymmetry, tightness and numbness are all normal parts of the recovery process.

How many recoveries from plastic surgery have your friends and family observed? Remember, if you’ve picked a good plastic surgeon, he or she has at least eleven years of formal academic training under their belt.

For goodness sake, reach out to your surgeon’s office when you have a concern or fear. Don’t let comments by your friends fester in the absence of professional guidance.

DON’T #3 | DON’T LOOK IN THE 10X MIRROR EVERY DAY After surgery, the recovery process is understandably the most important focus of your daily life. Every day, you’ll get up and look at yourself in the mirror. Avoid the temptation to get out the 10X magnification mirror and start nit picking. Think about this: you’ll see the most dramatic results when you avoid looking too closely at yourself every day. When you are closely examining every little detail on a constant basis, it’s hard to see any changes. If you want a more objective perspective of your progress, take a photo once a month and try to go easy on yourself in between photos. The recovery process is a journey, not a race and it’s unique to each person.

The final results won’t appear overnight and often you’ll look worse before you’ll look better. That’s just the way the body heals.

DON’T #4 | DON’T ATTRIBUTE OLD FLAWS TO YOUR RECENT SURGERY It happens so often – patients ignore our Don’ts #2 and #3 and show up at a follow-up visit demanding to know why the surgery has caused wrinkles, or some other perceived change, in another area of their face.

Take a photo and put it side by side with the photo taken before surgery.

Sure enough, the patient sees that the flaw was there before the surgery and it’s just because he or she is looking at every nook and cranny during the recovery process that they notice it now for the first time. Similarly, now that one part of your face is looking amazing, you may start to notice other areas of your face that don’t look so amazing. For example, patients who undergo upper eyelid (blepharoplasty) surgery may start to notice the bags or dark circles under the eyes more after surgery than they did before.

The solution to this, as you might imagine, is lower eyelid surgery and this is why it’s always wise to get your plastic surgeon’s professional opinion on what surgeries he or she would recommend doing together, all at once, instead of going to your consultation with one specific surgery in mind.

DON’T #5 | DON’T DRINK ALCOHOL, SMOKE OR TAKE BLOOD THINNERS IN THE 2-3 WEEKS BEFORE AND AFTER SURGERY It might seem like a good idea to unwind with a nice glass of wine once the bandages are off after your surgery, however, it’s best to abstain for from drinking any alcohol for two weeks before and after plastic surgery. As you may know, alcohol dehydrates the body, which can actually cause extra swelling, and it also acts as a blood thinner, increasing the risk of bleeding.

Ibuprofen and aspirin are also blood thinners - you’ll want to avoid those, too. Aspirin is a common ingredient found in over-the-counter pain medications, so be sure to read the label carefully before taking anything not prescribed by your surgeon.

Finally, anesthesia and smoking is obviously not a great mix, so smoking within three weeks before and after plastic surgery is a big DON’T! Smoking impairs the ability of blood to carry oxygen so it can influence how your body reacts to the anesthesia. Also, smoking can decrease blood flow to the operated area, preventing proper healing. If you want to ensure the best recovery possible and maximize your surgery results, then it's time to quit smoking.

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RED FOR EVERY SKIN COLOR The colors we wear can either make or break the vibrancy of our skin. When it comes to makeup, we should match our lip shade the same as we would match foundation or face powder. Once you understand your own skin, you will know the hues that work best for you. The first step in defining your skin tone is by determining the undertones of your skin. The best way of recognizing your undertone is by looking at the veins in your wrist. If they appear to be blue or purple, you have cool undertones. Cool undertones call for lipstick colors that have deep blu-ish shades. So instead of an orangey red, you would go for deep, purple-tinted red. Also,

dusty purple and berry shades compliment your skin! If your veins are slightly more green, you have warm undertones. Vibrant colors are your friend! You can go for an orangey shade or bright red! Peachy-pink shades are also a match for you. If your veins seem to be a mixture of these colors, then you might have neutral undertones. Neutral undertones basically just means you’ve been blessed with the ability to rock basically any shade of red.

Orangey reds, pink-reds, berry-reds, wine red.

My best advice to anybody with a neutral skin tone is to rock the everlasting classic Marilyn Monroe red...just because you can!

GLOW GIRL Makeup to make you blinding!

We all know the feeling of a killer highlighter to accentuate your sharpest features, but there are other ways to make you radiant. An easily applied balmy eyeshadow adds shine and gloss to wake up your look, and glitter gel smudged underneath your eyes can hide dark circles.

High-shine lip gloss circa-2005 is also making a comeback to complement this year’s trend.

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THE BEST WHITE SHOES FOR THE

CORPORATE GIRLY The best women’s white sneakers are like the best white t-shirts: An essential basic that belongs in every wardrobe that you’ll never get tired of and wear in infinite situations. Whether paired with blazers and slacks for work or with a sweatshirt and high-waisted jeans for the weekend, white sneakers are the fashion glue that brings together a lot of looks, casual or otherwise.

The best white sneakers for women aren’t much different than those for men, apart from the size and width. For a proper fit, it’s sometimes easier to shop women’s styles, just to avoid the hassle of returns, if your shoes end up being too big or wide. Still, sneakers are, in fact, unisex and the market is not lacking for options. You can spend a ridiculous amount on sneakers, but, if you do your research, you’ll find that many of the most iconic pairs cost less than $150.

To determine the best sneakers from the just-ok and over-hyped ones, we considered a few different factors, including the quality of the design, materials, fit and overall value for the price. Our top pick is Adidas Stan Smith leather tennis shoe that first debuted in the 1970s while A New Day’s Maddison Sneakers are an affordable, stylish alternative. Ahead, the definitive list of the best white sneakers for women (and men of course!)

Best Women’s White Sneakers Overall: Adidas Stan Smith Shoes Best Affordable Women’s White Sneakers: A New Day Women’s Maddison Sneakers Best Women’s White Leather Sneakers: Veja Campo Leather Sneakers Most Comfortable Women’s White Sneakers: On Cloud 5 Best Women’s White Platform Sneakers: Nike Air Force 1 ‘07 Best Women’s White Sneakers For Dresses: Golden Goose Superstar Distressed Metallic Leather Sneakers Best Women’s Chunky White Sneakers: Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Lift Platform Canvas Best Women’s White High-Top Sneakers: Vans Canvas Sk8-Hi Tapered Best Women’s White Low-Top Sneakers: Rothy’s The Lace Up Sneaker Best Women’s Trendy White Sneakers: Nike Blazer Mid ‘77 Vintage Info from Forbes

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CELEBRITY SOUP

ACTORS WHO’VE SUCCESSFULLY PLAYED ROLES WRITTEN FOR

SOMEONE ELSE CAN YOU IMAGINE THESE ICONIC FILMS WITHOUT THEIR RESPECTIVE STARS? I KNOW I SURE CAN’T!

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One of the most difficult jobs in Hollywood is undoubtedly that of a casting director. Oftentimes, script writers will have a specific actor in mind from the very start of a project. Sometimes everything works out as intended, but there are also plenty of times where filmmakers and casting directors do not get their first choice and go on to see their movie become a massive flop.

However, let’s not forget the memorable times where an actor has absolutely slayed a role that wasn’t written for them! Take a look at the following celebs who were cast to replace an entirely different actor, but completely nailed their role.

Audrey Hepburn In Breakfast at Tiffany's Of course I had to kick off this list with the absolute classic that is Breakfast at Tiffany’s. With all the glitz and glam of the film, it may not surprise you to learn that Truman Capote was actually picturing his friend and famed actress Marilyn Monroe when he wrote the book on which the film is based. He borrowed many qualities from Monroe in conceiving the character while Audrey Hepburn’s background was entirely different. In spite of the book's intentions, Director Blake Edwards chose Hepburn to play Holly Golightly which resulted in her giving the incredibly iconic performance that earned her a 1962 Academy Award nomination for Best Lead Actress.

Wesley Snipes In Blade The comic book character Blade is a half-human, half-vampire hunter whose life mission is to slay vampires. When writing the 1998 screenplay and envisioning the comic book’s move to the big screen, David S. Goyer originally had LL Cool J in mind as he knew he wanted a rugged actor who always looked ready for a fight. As the movie's projected production budget grew, the studio realized that a bigger celebrity name was needed to justify the cost which opened the door for Wesley Snipes to step into the role. Needless to say, the decision proved to be a wise one as Blade became an international hit, spawning two sequels and bringing Marvel to theater screens a full decade before the formal start of the MCU (take that Iron Man!)

Chris Tucker In The Fifth Element If you have never seen The Fifth Element, I need you to drop everything you’re doing and go watch this cult-classic film at once!

The 1997 comedic sci-fi epic not only stars Bruce Willis, but also features a supporting character named Ruby Rhod. The character is a hyper-sexual, intergalactic DJ with an androgynous fashion sense that is not unlike that of Prince. In fact, Writer/director Luc Besson actually conceived of Ruby Rhod with the famed pop icon in mind and even got him to sign on for the role. However, a

conflicting tour schedule forced him to drop out and saw comedian Chris Tucker brought in as Prince’s replacement. To say it worked out well is quite the understatement. Tucker was an excellent fit for the role and stole every scene he was in which has helped the film’s continued popularity nearly 30 years later.

Whoopi Goldberg In Sister Act There’s only one celeb who comes to mind when you think of the 1992 crime comedy Sister Act! Of course I’m talking about the one and only Whoopi Goldberg who was cast to play Deloris Wilson, a lounge singer forced to join a convent after being placed in a witness protection program. The film was an instant hit and remains one of Goldberg’s most iconic comedy roles today, but did you know it was originally offered to Bette Midler? The actress once discussed turning down the role in an interview about her career mistakes saying, “There was Sister Act, which was written for me, but I said: ‘My fans don’t want to see me in a wimple.’ I don’t know where I got that from. Why would I say such a thing?

So Whoopi did it instead and, of course, she made a fortune.”

Eddie Murphy In Beverly Hills Cop Although we see it all the time now, back in the 80s it was almost unheard of to cast comedians in action movies. One of the first films to break this unspoken rule was Beverly Hills Cop which saw Eddie Murphy come in as freewheeling Detroit cop Axel Foley. Believe it or not, the original script was actually written for Sylvester Stallone with the intention of lightly spoofing his toughguy image. Two weeks before production began, Stallone got cold feet and took it upon himself to rewrite the script as a more typical action flick as opposed to the action-comedy we know it to be today. The executives at Paramount Pictures didn't take too kindly to their script being changed so Stallone got the boot and Eddie Murphy was brought on into the signature role that defined his career and arguably turned him into a full-blown movie star.

Sam Neill In Jurassic Park If you need any proof that the original Jurassic Park was an absolute masterpiece, just think about the fact that we are still making spin-offs today and building entire theme park areas about the films (I’m looking at you Universal Studios). The beloved Steven Spielberg adaptation of Michael Crichton's best-selling dinosaur novel was supposed to see Harrison Ford cast as Alan Grant. The part was even written to fit Ford's personal and onscreen strengths, but for reasons he has never publicly stated, Ford turned the role down and Sam Neill stepped in instead.

Fortunately for Spielberg, Jurassic Park was a massive box-office hit and what Neill brought to his role was vital to its success.

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In prefacing this introduction, we’d like to offer an observation, which should be of interest to all. Regardless of medical school class rankings, graduates are all referred to as “DOCTOR.” With this revelation, we should all know that when choosing a physician, one must accept responsibility for adequately researching the doctor he or she is considering.

Within our present day society, most licensed to practice medicine are truly miracle workers whether they are completely restructuring someone’s face or saving a life.

As much as we realize that every physician is an asset to our

community, we also know that some have established themselves at the top of their profession and are considered special; these are the ‘elite,’ the very best of the best.

When seeking perfection, we search for the professional who has made it his or her life goal to excel within a field of specialization through many years of study, dedication and determination, continually challenging themselves to advance their knowledge; these brilliant human beings not only save lives but also enrich their communities with a skill set second to none. Beyond this and in order to stay abreast of the latest, almost daily changing

medical advancements, the ‘elite’ undergo rigorous maintenance, updating through seminars, conferences and advanced studies to keep current with new technology and procedures.

In adding our ‘Orlando’s Doctors of the Year’ section with this issue, we present a group of physicians, all of whom are reputable, Board Certified in their areas of expertise, extremely well recognized within our community and chosen by their peers. Our objective is to initiate a continuing dialogue with our readers, with an aim toward personalizing some of the finest doctors available.

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Dr. Gustavo Arvelo Primary Health Care Associates Dr. Gustavo Arvelo is the founder and CEO of various enterprises including the distinguished medical group, Primary Health Care Associates (PHCA).

The PHCA Medical Group has been in Central Florida for more than 30 years and has cared for thousands of patients. Over the years PHCA has earned a reputation for being an outstanding medical team commitment and dedicated to the wellbeing of all our Central Florida seniors.

Dr. Arvelo has driven PHCA towards becoming a cutting-edge Senior Focused Primary Care organization which improves its patient’s health by constantly evolving its technologies with proprietary software, while keeping the human touch with services such as personal consultations, home and telemedicine care.

Dr. Arvelo was born in Manhattan, New York. He completed a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Chemistry at the Universidad de Puerto Rico and his medical degree from UCCEM School of Medicine. Where he also performed studies in advanced mathematics and research sponsored by the National Institute of Health (NIH), Co-published histological studies on Barret’s Esophagus and chemical research studies on the renal effects of Vanadium Oxide. After which he then proceeded to obtained an Internal Medicine degree from New York Medical College.

After graduating from New York, he moved to central Florida with his wife Beatriz where he began his career and became a proud husband and the father of three children.

On his time off Dr.Arvelo and his wife love to travel with their children and grandchildren, and enjoy the outdoors "The healing of patients is the healing of family" says Dr.Arvelo

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Kamran Azad, MD Azad Plastic Surgery Dr. Kamran Azad is one of the few board certified plastic surgeons in Central Florida with additional aesthetic fellowship training. Dr. Azad specializes in Aesthetic Surgery of the breast and body. After graduating summa cum laude from the University of California – Irvine, Dr. Azad received a Masters Degree in Science, Applied Physiology from Rosalind Franklin University in North Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Azad was awarded his medical degree at the Chicago Medical School where he graduated in the top 10% of his class. He was a candidate for the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society for outstanding academic achievement.

Dr. Azad completed his residency in General Surgery at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, New York, serving as Chief Resident his final year. He then was selected to complete his Plastic Surgery residency at the Albert Einstein/Montefiore Medical Center in New York under the direction of Dr. Mark Sultan, Dr. Mark Smith, and Dr. Joseph Shin, one of the most rigorous and prestigious plastic surgery training programs in the Northeast. While in New York, Dr. Azad was afforded the opportunity to learn from numerous international leaders in both reconstructive and cosmetic surgery. ​ Dr. Azad chose to pursue a full year of additional training, focused exclusively on Cosmetic Surgery. He was selected to attend one of the most prestigious fellowship programs in Aesthetic Surgery at the Plastic Surgery Center in Sacramento, under the direction of the country’s top plastic surgeons: Dr. Scott Green, Dr. Wayne Yamahata, and Dr. Debra Johnson. During this year, Dr. Azad enjoyed the opportunity to hone his skills in what is considered to be the highest volume cosmetic surgery practice in the United States. There he was trained in the most advanced aesthetic surgical techniques of the face, breast and body – a skillset that he brings to each and every one of his patients.

Dr. Azad is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is currently a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and a current member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). He is also affiliated with Oviedo Medical Center in Oviedo, FL. Perhaps the most important qualification of Dr. Azad is his compassion and keen awareness that communication of expectations is of great importance. As an Aesthetic plastic surgeon, you not only have to have great technical skills, vast knowledge of the anatomy, and the principles of plastic surgery, you also have to be able to develop a relationship with the patient by listening to their needs, gaining their trust, and being there for them throughout the entire process.

954 S. Orlando Avenue Suite 100, Winter Park, FL 32789 | P: 4078483400 | azadplasticsurgery.com

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Avi Bhandary, MD Life Care Planning | Strata Medical MEDICINE When a person suffers a life-altering injury, life care planning becomes essential to their future. Life care planning is forecasting medical costs related to long-term illnesses or injuries. A well-researched life care plan enables an accurate understanding of what resources are required to meet these needs and how much they will cost. A well-presented life care plan helps ensure the traumatically injured receive the long-term care they need and deserve.

ART Strata Medical integrates life care planning and expert medical insight into a visual medium to educate and clarify complex topics. Born from the professional experiences of founder Avi Bhandary in Medical Illustration and Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Strata Medical enhances attention through visual content while educating about the emotional impact one endures in an injured state. Strata Medical has provided life care plans in three states in less than two years. Uniquely positioned within the healthcare landscape, Strata Medical will expand into markets adjacent to life care planning this year.

ECONOMICS Dr. Bhandary will complete coursework in Healthcare economics through Harvard Business School this February and looks to bring insight into the actual cost of healthcare. An in-depth understanding of Healthcare economics is a critical step in the balance of fact and is crucial to understanding what resources are required to meet the needs of those who are traumatically injured.

“I draw inspiration from Medicine, Law, Art, and Economics. That inspiration, combined with an engrained commitment to improving, allows our life care plans to represent the needs of the traumatically injured in a clear light.

Without that life care plan, the injured are forced to look at their lives through a lens of limited chances.” - Avi Bhandary, MD

7984 Forest City Road, Suite 104, Orlando, Florida 32810 P: 407-413-8915 | www.stratalifeplan.com | info@stratalifeplan.com

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Pallavi Cherukupally, MD Physiatrist and Regenerative Medicine Expert Pallavi Cherukupally, MD, co-owner at Regenerative Sport, Spine & Spa, specializes in the use of regenerative medicine to correct common orthopedic issues that are typically treated with pain medicines, steroids and surgeries.

Regenerative therapies such as platelet rich plasma (PRP) and bone marrow aspirate (BMA) containing stem cells are a promising treatment for common injuries such as tendonitis, rotator cuff tears of the shoulder, meniscus tears in the knee, and disk derangements of the neck and back. For those who wish to avoid unnecessary surgery and the side effects of prescribed pain medicines, regenerative medicine may be the answer.

Most injuries involving the musculoskeletal system are treated sequentially with steroids, physical therapy and eventually surgery when all else fails. Most people are not aware of the damage that these chemical medications are doing to their bodies. Steroids, while effective at eliminating pain in the short term, have been shown to also cause the following: - Tendon weakening or rupture - Thinning of skin and soft tissue around the injection site - Cartilage damage with long term, repeated injections - Avascular necrosis (death of the soft tissue due to restricted blood flow) - Increases ​​ the likelihood of needing a joint replacement by 9% per steroid injection PRP and stem cells from BMA are natural treatments that come from our own bodies, so there is no chance of rejection or no harmful side effects. Both PRP and BMA are a regenerative soup of healing factors that promote and initiate the rebuilding process within our bodies. While the immediate gratification of pain relief may not exist, the long term benefits of this treatment speak for themselves as there is no risk of infection, addiction, prolonged downtime or repeat surgery.

There are multiple studies that can be found online about the benefits and outcomes of using this treatment method compared to the common treatments as outlined above.

Patients who have taken advantage of these services at Regenerative Sport, Spine, & Spa have reported a 60%-90% improvement in function and reduction in pain following treatment.

“We have seen many people avoid surgery, stop the use of narcotic pain medicines and return to the joys of their youth.”

Dr. Cherukupally Dr. Cherukupally is a graduate of LSU medical school where she earned her MD degree followed by a Residency in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation at the University of Chicago. She went on to complete a Fellowship in Interventional Spine and Sports Medicine. She has been working in non-surgical orthopedics for nearly 20 years and has performed more than 25,000 injections in the spine, joints, and soft tissues.

10920 Moss Park Rd. Suite 218 Orlando, FL 32832 | P: 407-730-5600 | www.RegenS3.com

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Florida Retina Institute FLORIDA RETINA INSTITUTE:

One of the most experienced, worldrenowned Team of Doctors, dedicated to providing comprehensive patient care in vitreous retinal diseases and surgery. Florida Retina Institute has 19 locations throughout Florida and Georgia. For over 40 years it has been our privilege and pleasure to provide compassionate care for many generations.

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Retina Institute’s 12 ophthalmologists are board certified medical doctors, fellowship trained vitreoretinal surgeons. Dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases and surgery. Our retina specialists are consistently recognized and have gained a national reputation by leading ophthalmology and medical societies. They have annually been selected by their peers as Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors, consistently ranking best in the U.S. TOP EDUCATION: Florida

Retina Institute’s physicians completed their training at some of the most prestigious, top-rated hospitals and medical universities in the U.S.: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute Miami, University of Florida, Cole Eye Institute, Wills Eye Hospital, University of Iowa, Emory University, Baylor College of Medicine, Duke University, The University of Texas, and Cleveland Clinic.

Florida Retina Institute is affiliated with the leading top hospitals in our regions. We participate in continuing medical education, research and clinical trials to study enhanced treatment options for common and rare retinal diseases.

Florida Retina Institute is the first group of surgeons to offer retinal surgery with a cutting edge visualization system called NGENUITY. This novel technology allows our surgeons to operate with precision using a 3D screen in high definition. Florida Retina Institute’s Retina Specialists and Staff strive to deliver Excellence in Patient Care with knowledge and compassion.

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Nicholas Elliott Henderson, MD Medical Director of The Physiatric Fitness Spa

The Physiatric Fitness Spa is a state of the art Rehabilitation Center where patients recover from the effects of many conditions including Sports Medicine Injuries, Strokes, and Spasticity. The Physiatric Fitness Spa also provides Medical Spa services including Botox, Medical Pedicures, and Hormone Replacement to facilitate weight loss. The barriers of medical insurance are eliminated at The Physiatric Fitness Spa in order to allow patients the best opportunity for optimal care and results!

Dr. Nicholas Henderson is consistently voted one of the top Physiatrists in the Orlando area by his peers and serves as Medical Director of The Physiatric Fitness Spa. Dr. Henderson is double board certified in PM&R(Physical Medicine and Rehab) and Obesity Medicine. He is a graduate of Howard University and Howard University’s College of Medicine. Dr. Henderson has done extensive specialty training in Advanced Vestibular Rehabilitation, Advanced Lymphedema Management(CDT), and Graston Technique (IASTM). Feel free to call or text him at 1(844)PHYS-FIT ((844)749-7348). You can make an appointment for yourself or your loved one at www.getPHYSfit.com, however new patient availability is limited.

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Gutteridge Jean-Charles, MD JC Medical Center Dr. Gutteridge Jean-Charles completed his residency in Internal Medicine at NYU Downtown Hospital in New York City in June 1998. He remained a family man for the first 10 years of his professional life, selecting to work part-time and dedicate the rest of his time to maintain the perfect work life balance.

He relocated to Orlando, FL in September 2008 and shortly after opened JC Medical, Inc in an underserved area. Two years later due to rapid growth he moved to Orlovista where he is currently providing care to a diverse population including mostly Disney employees and immigrant from South & Central America as well as the Caribbean.

Over the years, he discovered a passion in teaching and started mentoring international medical graduates to improve their success in the match system and get access to residency programs in the US. He started the JCMI program a few years back, and by tapping into the innovative spirit of his young staff, he migrated to the Zoom platform to reach a global audience during the COVID19 pandemic era.

Dr. Jean-Charles have a big heart and prefer to remain anonymous in most of his charitable activities. He founded JC Medical Foundation as the philanthropic arm of his charitable givings and have reached hearts in Haiti, India, Pakistan. Currently he participates in educational public service activities in a local radio and churches.

Dr. Jean-Charles speaks four languages fluently (English, French, Spanish, Creole) and have working knowledge of two more (German, Portuguese).

He plans to reconnect with his DNA roots in Africa (Cameroon, Nigeria, Mozambique, madagascar), Europe (Italy, England, Ireland, Sweden), Southeast Asia (india, Pakistan, Phillipines) and New Zealand. His staff collectively speaks 15 different languages. He is offering Telehealth and is accepting new patients.

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453 N. Kirkman Rd #203 Orlando, FL 32811 | P: 407-914-2325 | www.jcmedicalcenters.com

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James Manzanares MD Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon Dr. James Manzanares was trained at the best institutions in the United States. Medical school and residency were at the world famous Mayo Clinic in Rochester Minnesota. While there, he participated in neuroscience research as well, as was awarded numerous honors designations for his scientific and clinical rotations. While in residency, he joined the United States Armed Forces as a reservist.

After the 911 terror attacks on the world trade centers, he was activated as part of the 629 forward surgical team and served two combat tours of duty in Iraq as part of operation, Iraqi, freedom, and Egypt as part of operation, bright star, and finally, in. Landstuhl, Germany at the European equivalent of Walter Reed Army, Medical Center. While in Iraq, he was awarded the combat patch of the 1st Infantry Division for performance of duties under hostile fire. Just prior to deployment. He completed a pediatric orthopedics fellowship at Nemours Children’s Clinicin Jacksonville Florida.

Upon his return from his armed forces service, he served as a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at the Minneapolis and St. Paul’s children’s hospitals, Nemours children’s clinic in Pensacola, Florida, and subsequently Miami Children’s Hospital in Miami Florida. at that time, under the guidance of Dr. Michael O’Brien and Dr. Harry Shufflebarger, he was encouraged to pursue an Advanced Spine. Reconstruction fellowship. He was accepted ed at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine where he was trained by the spinal division in adult deformity correction and revision reconstruction spinal surgery. He returned to Florida, where he was in a private solo practice in Naples, Florida, and subsequently relocated to the Orlando area.

In Orlando his practice in addition to complex deformity and reconstruction work, began to focus on minimally invasive techniques and disc replacement surgery. The values instilled in him at The Mayo Clinic and Johns Hopkins imbued his practice with the philosophy that needs of the patient come first.

7824 Lake Underhill Rd., Suite H, Orlando, FL 32822 P: 407-440-2728 | www.flspinalsurgeon.com

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Mid-Florida Endodontics Left to Right: Stephen T. Galla, DMD; M. Cameron Kharazi, DMD; David M. Burch, DMD; Gretchen Jungermann, DMD, MS; Hamza Mir, DMD, MS; Brad A. Lipkin, DDS, MMSc.; Aaron E. Isler, DDS, MS; William Aippersbach, DMD, MS; Mark Goldberg, DDS Mid-Florida Endodontics is the premier group in Central Florida for Root Canal Treatment. Mid-Florida Endodontics attracts the most talented endodontists from around the country. Every doctor shares a common passion for staying on top of the latest Root Canal Treatment advancements and techniques while focusing on a positive patient experience and outcome. Mid-Florida Endodontics’ offices utilize state-of-the-art technology, including surgical operating microscopes, digital radiography, 3-D tooth imaging (CBCT scans) and a computer-assisted local anesthetic delivery system called The Wand. The ability of every doctor in Mid-Florida Endodontics, along with the advanced technology each office utilizes, enables most complex procedures to be completed in a single 30- to 60-minute visit. Mid-Florida Endodontics currently serves 7 locations throughout the Greater Orlando area and will be opening offices in Dr. Phillips and Mount Dora.

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Ly T Nguyen, MD Board-Certified Ophthalmologist, Eye Florida

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Dr. Nguyen’s first introduction into the world of ophthalmology came when she received some bad news: her father needed cataract surgery.

At that time Dr. Nguyen was still a medical student with an undecided specialty at the University of Hawai’i John A. Burns School of Medicine.

It was this chance encounter with her father’s cataract surgeon, the late Dr. Jorge Camara, that would eventually pave Dr. Nguyen’s path in ophthalmology.

After graduating, Dr. Nguyen moved to West Palm Beach, Florida, and worked as an associate at Mittleman Eye Center. Needing work-life balance as a mother to her young son, Dr. Nguyen combined the spirit of delivering better patient care and entrepreneurship by opening her own private practice, St. Cloud Eye Center, in an underserved community of Central Florida. With the growth of St. Cloud Eye Center, the practice was later renamed Eye Florida.

With Dr. Camara as her mentor, she developed an aptitude for medical research and publication.

Together with other international ophthalmology residents, Dr. Nguyen published articles in prominent ophthalmology journals about a new finding in Asian patients called involutional lateral entropion, and the use of a computer-assisted imageguided system (InstaTrak) in orbital surgery. She also published research findings on public health issues among Vietnamese immigrants in Hawai’i during her medical school training.

As a board-certified ophthalmologist, Dr. Nguyen specializes in cataract, oculoplastics and minimally-invasive glaucoma surgery. Eye Florida also offers a number of other services, including routine eye exams, screening for eye diseases, and ophthalmic diagnostic testing using state-of-the-art technology— always with a focus on exceptional patient care in an inviting environment.

Dr. Nguyen went on to do her ophthalmology residency at The Rocky Mountain Eye Institute at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. In her second year of residency, her personal life took an unexpected turn and finishing residency seemed like a distant dream. “I didn’t want to give up though. I had to stay focused on finishing,” Dr. Nguyen recalls. Though it wasn’t easy, Dr. Nguyen persevered and completed her residency in three years. She received a Resident Research Award in Ophthalmology, and became an internationally recognized doctor, author, and speaker with publications in peerreviewed journals including the American Journal of Ophthalmology and Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

During her free time, Dr. Nguyen likes to spend time with her family.

She also fills her time with reading, traveling, and gardening. One of her dreams is to write a memoir about the time her parents and siblings escaped Vietnam by boat in the early 1980s and her family’s journey through Hong Kong’s refugee camp.

“These memories are stories of where we came from. These are important lessons of hope, determination, and overcoming adversity that I hope I can pass on,” says Dr. Nguyen.

Dr. Nguyen says her focus on becoming a better physician and her unwavering determination are lessons from her parents. Reflecting on her day-to-day interactions with her patients: “I love it when, after having cataract surgery, my patients say to me, ‘Doctor! I am so happy that I can see the world again!’ I want my patients to have the same positive experience with me as my father did that day with Dr. Camara.

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Orlando Hand Surgery Associates

Front row L to R: Kathryn Hankins, PA-C; Lillie Albadin, PA-C; Nora M. Daye, MS, PA-C; Anup Patel, MD, MBA, FACS Back row L to R: Cody Hillin, MD, MS; Brian White, MD; Nicholas Newsum, MD; George White, MD

SPECIALTY: Orlando Hand Surgery Associates (OHSA) is proud to announce its Hand, Elbow, and Shoulder Center. This center specializes in treating all issues of the shoulder, elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand. We also have an active Hand Trauma Center and have a daily walk-in clinic to see patients immediately for acute injuries or problems of the upper extremity including traumatic injuries, lacerations, fractures, sprains, and dislocations. Our dedicated, fellowship trained physicians are experts in the nonsurgical & surgical treatment of these upper extremity injuries and problems including state-of-the-art regenerative medicine (stem cell and PRP). We have state-of-the-art outpatient and inpatient surgical and diagnostic services. Telemedicine visits are available. Multiple office locations are available throughout Central Florida.

ABOUT THE DOCTORS: Dr. George White is President of Orlando Hand Surgery Associates, serving the Orlando area since 1991. He received his undergraduate and MD from Johns Hopkins University and completed his fellowship in Hand and Microvascular Surgery at the Curtis National Hand Center. Dr. Brian White completed his orthopedic training at the

University of South Florida. He completed a fellowship in Hand and Microvascular Surgery at the University of Southern California. Dr. Anup Patel completed his Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery training at Yale University, followed by a Hand/Microsurgery fellowship at NYU Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery. Dr. Nicholas J. Newsum completed his MD at the University of Toledo, his residency at UF and a fellowship in Hand, Wrist, Elbow and Microsurgery at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Cody D. Hillin received his undergraduate and Master’s degrees in biomedical engineering at the University of Rochester. He completed his MD at Baylor College of Medicine. He completed his fellowship training in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery at the Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center in Indianapolis. Nora Daye, MS, PA-C received her undergraduate degree from Clarkson University and graduate degree from LeMoyne College. She completed orthopedic training in sports medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. Kathryn Hankins, PA-C completed her undergraduate degree from UF and her graduate degree at Nova Southeastern University. Lillie Albadin, PA-C completed her undergraduate degree at UCF and her graduate degree at Advent.

801 N. Orange Ave., Suite 600, Orlando, FL 32801 | P: 407-841-2100 | orlandohandsurgery.com Other office locations: Celebration, Deltona, Winter Garden and coming soon to East Orlando

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Chirag Patel, MD FACS Lake Nona Ophthlamology Chirag J. Patel, MD, FACS, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained, comprehensive and cosmetic ophthalmologist who believes in establishing a trusting and longlasting rapport with each and every patient to promote lifelong eye health.

With roots in the small central Florida town of Fruitland Park, Dr. Patel developed a passion for people and the community at an early age. He learned life’s most important lessons from his parents, who operated a local business in the small town. The ability to help people and develop long-lasting relationships was a strong impetus for Chirag’s pursuit of medicine.

After graduating as the Valedictorian of his high school, Chirag attended the University of Florida for his undergraduate degree in Interdisciplinary Biochemistry.

He was named an Anderson Scholar for his exceptional academic performance.

Beloved to his Gators, he continued his medical education at the University of Florida, College of Medicine. He then completed an internship in Internal Medicine at Richmond University Medical Center rotating through the ICU and medical wards. Chirag then completed a three-year residency in Ophthalmology at the prestigious Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City. During his residency, Dr. Patel had the privilege of learning under renowned leaders in the field of refractive surgery and ophthalmic plastic surgery. He then completed a Fellowship in Medical Retina and Research at the University of Florida - Jacksonville. Finally, Dr. Patel continued practicing and teaching residents at the University of Florida as an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology.

Ultimately, Dr. Patel founded Lake Nona Ophthalmology in 2013 as a unique, patient-first practice founded on the core principles of compassion, community, and cutting-edge care. He has since established Lake Nona Ophthalmology as an elite and premier practice offering refractive laser cataract surgery, vision correction surgery (LASIK, PRK), Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS), advanced functional and cosmetic eyelid surgery, and non-invasive facial cosmetic procedures.

In October of 2022, Lake Nona Ophthalmology opened a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility. The new 5,000-square-foot space blends the practice’s medical and aesthetic specialties. Not only will patients have an elite surgical eye care facility providing cutting-edge treatments for vision correction surgery, cataract surgery, and a range of other eye conditions, but now patients will also have access to an intimate, boutique-style medical spa that provides the latest technology and techniques in facial rejuvenation.

Dr. Patel is on staff at both Advent Health and Orlando Health. He is involved in medical education as voluntary faculty at UCF, College of Medicine. Additionally, he is an active member of American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Medical Association, New York Academy of Medicine and Florida Society of Ophthalmology.

Outside of the office, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, hiking, playing sports, and rooting for his Gators!

6718 Lake Nona Blvd Suite 140 Orlando FL, 32827 | P: 407-857-3937 | www.nonaeyemd.com

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Juan Ros-Escalante, MD, FAANEM Neurology & Neurodiagnostics LLC

OUR PRACTICE: Neurology & Neurodiagnostics LLC opened its doors in 2014, bringing high-quality Neurological care to the Lake Mary area. The practice is led by board-certified and fellowship-trained Neurologist Dr. Ros-Escalante, who collaborates with Katherine Matos, a board-certified Advanced Nurse Practitioner and a “Dream Team” of office professionals.

OUR SERVICES: We specialize in caring for adults with neurological disorders, in addition to having a special interest in treating patients with neuromuscular disorders. We are proud to be an intimate practice full of energy and enthusiasm to provide the best possible care to our community.

With a specially trained physician in neurodiagnostic techniques, our team can offer reliable neurodiagnostic study data and interpretations to diagnose, evaluate and treat neuromuscular, musculoskeletal, and other nervous system disorders. We offer an accommodating environment for electroencephalograms, nerve conduction and electromyography evaluations in office.

PHYSICIAN SPECIALTIES: Neurology, Clinical Neurophysiology, Electrodiagnostic Medicine.

EDUCATION: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia Fellowship in Clinical Neurophysiology, Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix Residency in Neurology, Central del Caribe University School of Medicine and the University of Puerto Rico Natural Sciences campus.

CERTIFICATIONS: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology— Neurology; American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology— Clinical Neurophysiology; American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine— Electrodiagnostic Medicine.

AWARDS: Affiliated with AdventHealth Neuroscience Institute; AdventHealth Altamonte Campus Stroke Program Director, with leadership role in achieving Primary Stroke Center Certification in 2020, former Chief of Neurology at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu; 6th Cavalry 8th Squadron Surgeon, Operation Iraqi Freedom 2007; United States Army former Major; awarded Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon.

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PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: American Academy of Neurology, Fellow of the American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine.

GREATEST PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Founder of Neurology & Neurodiagnostics LLC in Lake Mary in 2014.

GREATEST PERSONAL ACHIEVEMENT: Family, father of a middle schooler and a high schooler.

1355 S. International Pkwy., Unit 2451, Lake Mary, FL 32746 P: 407-250-3290 | www.neurologylakemary.com

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Dr. Srinivas Seela & Dr. Harinath Sheela Digestive and Liver Center of Florida Digestive and Liver Center of Florida promotes a patient first experience where we deliver sophisticated medical care in a compassionate and caring environment. Founded in 2005, the practice has attracted an exceptional and diverse team of physician specialists serving central Florida with a broad spectrum of internationally recognized authorities in gastroenterology, hepatology and colorectal expertise.

Digestive and Liver Center continues to expand with six locations, two Endo-Surgical Centers, and tenured relationships with central Florida’s leading hospitals. Patients find our brand of care promotes a clear and understanding view of their condition and available treatments with a full range of procedure and screening options, from colonoscopy and esophageal endoscopy to advanced procedures addressing complex conditions.

Srinivas Seela, MD

The founding partners, Dr. Srinivas Seela and Dr. Harinath Sheela, both of whom earned their gastroenterology and digestive diseases Fellowships from Yale University School of Medicine, continue to architect growth of Digestive and Liver Center of Florida, and its associated Endo-Surgical Centers and ancillary services of pathology, anesthesiology, clinical research and imaging, to create a destination where patients learn about their condition and how to better manage their own care with the sensitive guidance and treatment from our specialists.

Our GI specialists: Dr. Basher Atiquzzaman, Dr. Moin Kola, Dr. Jessica Narváez-Lugo, Dr. Seth Lipka, Dr. Joseph Webster, and Dr. Sedat Ekici. Our colorectal surgeons: Dr. Sergio Larach, Dr. Sam Atallah and Dr. Elisa Bianchi.

In addition, the Digestive and Liver Center of Florida has 14 Advanced Practice Providers who, with our physician corps, cover 365 days per year in the medical centers supporting the work of our physicians.

Among the conditions and diseases our specialists and team of advanced practitioners treat at our state-of-the-art facilities are: Abdominal Pain, Swallowing Disorders, Heartburn and GERD, Barrett’s Esophagus, Constipation, Colon Cancer, Crohn’s Disease, Complex Liver Diseases, Diverticulosis, Fatty Liver, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, Hemorrhoids, Hepatitis, Fecal Incontinence, Lactose Intolerance, Rectal Bleeding, Pancreatitis, and Weight Loss.

100 N Dean Rd #101, Orlando, FL 32825 | P: 407-384-7388 | www.dlcfl.com

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Michael Steppie, MD Associates in Dermatology Start fresh in 2023 with a skin check to your trusted dermatology specialist.

Associates in Dermatology, your skin cancer and skincare specialists, have served the general, surgical, and cosmetic dermatology needs of Central Floridians for over three decades.

The practices’ president and medical director, Dr. Steppie is not your average dermatologist. His expert opinions have been quoted in Men’s Health Magazine. He has also been published in the Skin Cancer Foundation Journal.

This Mohs micrographic surgeon is also on the forefront of skin cancer treatment and has been engaged in advancing dermatologic research for years.

Speaking of skin cancer, a few weeks ago, The Today Show revealed that the first lady’s doctors found a lesion above her right eye during a routine screening as well as another one from the left side of her chest. Both were confirmed to be basal cell carcinoma.

Basal cell carcinoma, for which the first lady was treated with the procedure known as Mohs surgery, is the most common type of skin cancer, but also the most curable form. It’s considered highly treatable, especially when caught early.

Jill Biden regularly encourages audiences to schedule cancer screening appointments they may have skipped during the pandemic out of fear of visiting the doctor’s office.

A proactive approach is shared by Dr. Steppie.

“Our focus is on promoting a healthy lifestyle and raising awareness and prevention. Let’s not forget that the skin is the largest organ in the body and it is

crucial to know how to correctly care for it,” says Steppie, MD.

From life-saving skin cancer treatment such as Mohs micrographic surgery, to routine skin care needs and expert aesthetic procedures, this award-winning practice is dedicated to providing patients state-of-the-art care.

“These awards are a reflection of the loyalty and appreciation that our patients have for our practice and expert team of dermatology providers,” says Dr. Steppie.

“In 2023, we will continue to stay on top of cutting-edge treatments and new healthcare technologies that deliver the highest quality of care and convenience, while remaining diligent in keeping our patients safe in our practices,” he concluded.

Beyond skin disorders, Associates in Dermatology also treats disorders of the hair and nails and accepts most healthcare plans from major insurance carriers.

They have now 17 convenient locations in 6 Central Florida Counties.

17 Central Florida Locations to Serve You | 800-827-7546 | DermOrlando.com

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Dr. Wendi Wardlaw Stoneybrook Dental/Wholistic Dental Center SPECIALTY:

At Stoneybrook Dental, we specialize in CARE with state-ofthe-art dentistry utilizing CEREC® one-visit, same-day ceramic crowns, bridges, and veneers; removable dentures; hard/soft-tissue laser; digital 3D cone beam radiography; dental implants; Invisalign® and Sure Smile® clear braces; Myobrace® therapy, and Vivos® treating mildto-moderate obstructive sleep apnea, snoring and sleep-disordered breathing. In addition, we CARE by providing a relaxed, positive atmosphere with inspiring sounds, aromatherapy, massage dental chairs, monitors in the ceiling, and nitrous oxide upon request. Dr. Wardlaw and Associates believe in painless dentistry focused on education and prevention. We are a comprehensive dental practice treating all ages and ranges of General and Cosmetic Dentistry.

Our wholistic approach to dentistry concentrates on oral-systemic connections treating the mind, body, soul, and spirit.

WHAT SETS HER APART:

Dr. Wendi Wardlaw treats people, not just teeth. She asks questions and listens because she CARES. She has a God-inspired dental wellness practice, which means ethics, integrity, and positivity are the only options. Dr. Wendi is a forever student, teacher, mentor, and coach with a passion for serving others in excellence. From the words of her mentor, she believes "Dare to become a trailblazer of your own life," Dr. Cindy Trimm.

Dr. Wendi believes in being a Life Conduit® through whole-body healing, starting at the door, the mouth. She believes this, along with her outreach ministry, is her Inspired Purpose®.

CHARITABLE WORK:

Dr. Wardlaw is a missionary who serves in the ministry of dentistry in Central Florida and abroad. She

serves globally through her nonprofit, InspiredPurpose.Org. She's a dental correspondent heard both nationally and internationally six days a week as @DrWendiDDS, "A Healthy Mouth is a Healthy You®."

HOW YOU BREATHE MATTERS:

Your mouth is the largest access to the inside of your body. In this season, when many breathe through the mouth, it is essential to understand how crucial nasal breathing is to decrease the effects of viruses such as Covid-19 and Influenza, as well as airborne allergens.

Nasal breathing warms and lubricates the air you breathe, protecting your respiratory system.

It also increases oxygen levels in your blood, a natural vasodilator increasing systemic healing. But, most importantly, it cleans the air you breathe by stimulating NO (Nitric Oxide) produced in the nose and sinuses. NO is a potent antimicrobial against VIRUSES, bacteria, and fungi and is active in nasal breathing. In addition, those nose hairs protect us from dust, allergens, and foreign particles.

It's said up to 20 billion per day.

Therefore, if you have a little one at home, establish correct nasal breathing by assuring lips are closed, especially while sleeping.

FROM DR. WENDI'S DESK:

Humming is known to increase the body's NO. So, if you add humming to your nasal breathing, you will trigger your parasympathetic nervous system, which in turn causes RELAXATION. :) NO is good for our health and wellness and can also be found in green vegetables.

Did you know that breathing through your nose while wearing a face mask can reduce associated headaches and dizziness? For more information, we welcome you into our family of wellness.

15502 Stoneybrook West Parkway, Suite 126, Winter Garden, FL 34787 14835 West Colonial Dr. Winter Garden, FL 34787 P: 407-877-0141 | www.WholisticDDS.com | Email: dentistry@drwendiw.com

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Dr. Ahmed Aidoo, M.D., M.P.H. All Florida Family and Sports Medicine Dr. Ahmed Aidoo is the Medical Director, Primary Care and Sports Medicine Specialist of All Florida Family and Sports Medicine. He is board certified in Family Medicine and Fellowship trained Primary Care Sports Medicine. After he completed his Medical Training in 1998 from the Istanbul University, Cerrahpasa school of Medicine, he pursued his Masters of Public Health degree at the Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Aidoo completed his Family Medicine residency training as Chief Resident at Saint Mary and Elizabeth Medical Center, which was affiliated with University of Illinois, in Chicago, IL. He then moved to Florida to complete the Sports Medicine Fellowship at Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg, which was affiliated with University of South Florida (USF), in Tampa from 2007-2008. During that period, he served as Team Physician for the USF Bulls. Dr. Aidoo has been nationally recognized as Diplomate of American Board of Family Medicine, member of American College of Sports Medicine and American Academy Of Family Medicine.

In 2009 Dr. Aidoo founded All Florida Family and Sports Medicine located in Kissimmee and Saint Cloud, which serves communities from these Counties; Osceola, Orange (Orlando area) and Polk. In solidifying his commitment to give back to the community, he voluntarily served for about 10 years as the Team Physician for Osceola High School Football team (Kowboys) until 2020. In 2020, he served the team all the way to their State Championship Final Game in Tallahassee.

In October of 2020, and the peak of COVID-19, Dr.

Aidoo collaborated with then former Kissimmee City Commissioner Mrs. Angela Eady and conducted multiple free COVID screening programs in the County. His passion for excellence in medical care, and compassionate patient centered approach to care over the years, demonstrates through his commitment to private practice, hospital medicine, training of nurse practitioners and medical students. After serving as Vice-Chair and Chief of Medicine for 4 years, he is currently serving as Vice-Chief of Staff at the Orlando Health; Saint Cloud Hospital. Dr. Aidoo has multiple hospital affiliations locally, and also on the medical staff of HCA Florida Osceola Hospital and AdventHealth Celebration Hospital.

Dr. Aidoo attributes his success to strong faith and family values. He is blessed with his lovely wife and four children; Laila, Chliyah, and Aishah, Abdulaleem, Sumayya and Amina. He champions a wholistic approach to patients’ wellness as well as their physical and psychological wellbeing, which is cherished by Dr. Aidoo as well. His avid love for sports like football and soccer has motivated him to pursue his career in sports medicine. In addition, he promotes and practices regular physical exercise, a healthy lifestyle and interest in traveling around the world purposefully.

Dr. Aidoo was voted Best Doctor by Patients’ Choice in 2011 and has won many accolades both locally and Internationally through charitable works. New patients are welcome to both Kissimmee and Saint Cloud Offices in Florida.

www.affsm.com | P: 407-891-6463 | info@affsm.com

Ravi H. Gandhi Orlando Neurosurgery Ravi H. Gandhi is a Central Florida Neurological Surgeon specializing in complex brain, skull, and spine disease. As a board-certified neurosurgeon who is fellowship trained in cerebrovascular, endovascular and skull base neurosurgery, Dr. Gandhi applies leadingedge medical technology to perform traditional and minimally invasive methods of treating complex brain, skull and spine disease, focusing on treatment of patients who have been diagnosed with: •complex brain and skull base diseases such as brain tumors, trigeminal neuralgia, and acoustic neuromas (vestibular schwannomas) •cerebrovascular disorders of the brain and spine including aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations(avm) •carotid and vertebral artery stenosis (predominantly minimally invasively with no incision) •all types of spinal disease Dr. Gandhi is a partner at Orlando Neurosurgery with six Central Florida locations including Orlando,

Celebration, and the newly completed Orlando Neurosurgery Spine & Brain Center in Winter Garden.

Dr. Gandhi is a neurovascular medical director at the AdventHealth Neuroscience Institute - and part of an elite neurosurgical team. He is listed on Orlando Magazine’s 2022 Top & Premier Doc List. www.

OrlandoNeurosurgery.com Keeping the patient experience at the center of his practice, Dr. Gandhi offers insightful and easy to understand resources for those impacted by cerebrovascular, endovascular, skull base, and spinal disorders, and diseases on his blog. www.DrBrainBlog. com Gandhi is part of an all physician-led development firm, Verax Investments – whose team is passionate about building and reinvigorating properties that support and serve Central Florida communities. The Orlando Business Journal named him a 2022 Game Changer and a 2022 Power Player. www.VeraxInvestmentsllc.com Dr. Gandhi lives in Winter Park with his wife (a local neurosurgeon), two children (a boy and a girl), and their Australian Shepherd.

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Nivedita Uberoi Jerath MD, MS Neuromuscular Director Dr. Nivedita (Niva) Uberoi Jerath is a Director of Neuromuscular Medicine in Orlando. The neuromuscular clinic has received national recognitions from the Muscular Dystrophy Association, ALS Association, Hereditary Neuropathy Foundation, American Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine, and the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America. She is the principal investigator of clinical trials for ALS, SMA, and CMT. She has studied at Harvard (for undergraduate and for neurology residency), Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, and the University of Iowa for her neuromuscular and clinical neurophysiology fellowships.

entertainment during the hot summer days while growing up in Georgia. Her mom would tell her how listening to silence can be very peaceful and productive.

Dr. Jerath spent countless hours in the library as she felt that mastering medical knowledge was her duty. At times, knowledge and learning can be a dynamic process. Dr. Jerath investigates detailed histories and finds solutions alongside the patient. Completely understanding a patient’s problem is essential to diagnosing the most challenging neuromuscular case.

As more cures for medicine are being discovered, the fundamentals of knowledge, understanding, curiosity, listening, thinking, and innovation are of utmost importance. A little extra knowledge could make all the difference between finding a challenging diagnosis, coming up with the perfect treatment plan, or saving someone’s life.

In this edition, she would like to emphasize the importance of knowledge. She credits her love for knowledge and reading to her parents, Dr. Veena and Mr. Man Mohan Jerath. She remembers as a child, she was allowed to buy only books, not toys. Opening up books would be her main Photo by: Kimberely Jefcoat Location: Winter Park Public Library

265 E. Rollins Street, Orlando, FL 32804 | P: 407-303-6729 Follow Dr. Niva on Facebook or Instagram

Amish M Parikh, MD Premier Cardiology and Vascular Associates Dr. Parikh was raised here in Central Florida and graduated from Osceola High School. He attended the University of Miami for his Bachelor’s Degree and completed medical school at the University of South Florida. He returned to Miami’s Jackson Memorial Hospital for his Residency, and to University of FloridaShands Hospital, Jacksonville, for his Cardiology Fellowship.

Dr. Parikh is Board Certified in Cardiovascular Diseases as well as Nuclear Medicine. He has practiced Cardiology in Central Florida since 2000 and has privileges at the Orlando Health and Advent Hospital Systems.

Dr. Parikh is genuinely interested in the well-being of his patients and is very knowledgeable about all aspects of cardiology. He is known for his ability to make sure his

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patients are comfortable and well informed about what is going on with them. He takes an holistic approach to treating his patients and is known to emphasize a good cardiac lifestyle which includes exercise, diet, and stress management. Dr. Parikh and his staff will go the “extra mile” to ensure that their patient’s wellbeing is prioritized.

Dr. Parikh is also interested in the well-being of his community. He has served on the Board for the Orange County Medical Society, A Gift for Teaching and is active in several other charities and organizations like the Indian American Chamber of Commerce as well as the Central FL Association for Physicians from India.

Finally, he is a big fan of the Orlando Magic. With all his efforts professionally and personally, he truly lives up to his practice’s motto: “Changing Lives Every Day.”

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Javier Perez MD, FACS Orlando Eye Specialists Dr. Pérez is a Board Certified and Fellowship Trained Ophthalmologist with 20 years of medical experience. The focus of his practice is the medical and surgical management of glaucoma and cataracts. Many of his patients travel from other countries to seek his care and expertise.

Dr. Pérez uses the latest surgical techniques and technology to achieve the best possible results and visual outcomes. He is also the immediate past President of the Florida Society of Ophthalmology and Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Dr. Pérez was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico and is the second oldest of César and Millie’s four children. After years of travel and training, he established his private and professional life in Orlando, Fl. He is happily married to Dr. Lindsey Koss, Ob-Gyn in Winter Park, FL. In his free time, Dr. Perez enjoys spending time with his twin boys, running, jogging, scuba diving and skiing.

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Mahnaz Qayyum, MD Elysium Medical Group British shores could not keep Dr. Mahnaz Qayyum away from the beauty of Florida. Inspired by physician parents, Dr. Mahnaz Qayyum discovered that health and beauty requires constant time and attention. Dr. Mahnaz Qayyum has practiced in Orlando, Florida since 2004 and offers her services at two locations: Family Care Specialists of Orlando (Dr. Phillips location) and Elysium Medical Group (Haines City location).

Patients can only achieve success if they regularly maintain their health and beauty. Dr. Mahnaz Qayyum can educate patients first then shift the focus onto a preventative mindset, and finally reminds patients to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Prescription pills are less important than a healthy mindset.

This holistic approach includes Beauty and Aesthetic practices. Patients continue to lose weight and Dr. Mahnaz Qayyum continues to reduce wrinkles and frown lines.

Did you ever look in the mirror and wonder, “could I lose 20 lbs”? She can help you achieve that. First and foremost comes diet and exercise. Patients are asked detailed questions about their lifestyle and eating habits. It is essential to take these into account along with personal habits as well as personality, likes and dislikes. She has achieved this with hundreds of patients in her Medical practice.

Not only does she deal with a patient’s day to day requirements, but she also specializes in anti-aging, hormone replacement therapy and weight loss. Her philosophy is to establish and maintain the best quality of life. First, she gets to know the patient’s personality and background. She then asks

patients about their health and beauty goals. A plan is jointly crafted to achieve the patient’s health and beauty goals.

A large part of her practice is weight loss. Once patients have reached their medical and weight goals they can discuss aesthetics. Multiple services are offered: skin resurfacing, Botox and fillers. These are non-invasive procedures with very little down time. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is also offered for men and women. HRT is ideal to maintain patients’ energy and sexual needs.

Elysium Medical Group has offices in Orlando and Davenport, Florida. Dr. Qayyum is Board Certified in Family Medicine.

She completed her residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and her undergraduate degree in Chemistry from King’s College, University of London, United Kingdom. She is a member of The American Academy of Family Physicians. She is affiliated with Advent Health.

She also teaches and mentors medical and nurse practitioner students.

In her spare time she loves to travel with her husband and two children.

Our team at Elysium Medical Group looks forward to meeting you!

Providers : Mahnaz Qayyum MD, Katerine Inausti APRN

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Sunita Raj, MD Pediatrics at Orlando Health Physician Assoc.

Dr. Sunita Raj joined Physician Associates in 1995 after completing her Pediatric residency at Arnold Palmer Hospital. She received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Denver and further went to medical school at the University of Texas in San Antonio obtaining her medical doctorate degree.

She is a general pediatrician treating patients from newborn to 18 years of age.

Dr. Raj has been practicing in the same office since 1995 and attributes the longevity due to a great partnership with her fellow colleagues, administration, staff, and the diverse patient population. She has been graced with receiving multiple awards for the last 15 years including Best Doctor, Top Doctor, and Finest Doctor in Orlando.

Her primary mission in pediatrics is to provide solid, science based care to her patients in a holistic fashion.

Family dynamics play a key role in evaluation and anticipatory guidance. She pays careful attention to the parents needs and concerns which thereby set the

stage for adherence to a medical therapeutic plan. The family unit plays a large part in providing adequate communication and emotional support so that tools and techniques for diagnosing and treating become more amenable. It is very important for Dr. Raj to treat the patient as a whole looking into their emotional , cultural, social aspects of their life as well.

Dr. Raj enjoys teaching medicine as an Associate Professor at Florida State University.

She has been teaching medical students and residents for the past 15 years and loves to share her enthusiasm for the practice of medicine with them. Compassion, empathy, communication skills cannot be taught with textbooks. Some of these skills are an inherent quality and some can be fine tuned by observing their mentors.

In her spare time, Dr. Raj loves to work out at they gym with weight training, cardio, and functional training. She also enjoys yoga, and has a deep practice in meditation.

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Joseph Snavely, MD Board-Certified Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon The Spine & Scoliosis Center Joseph E. Snavely, M.D. is a board-certified orthopaedic spine surgeon with fellowship training at Northwestern University in Chicago in both neurosurgical and orthopaedic spine surgery. He has specific training and interest in minimally invasive spine surgery, surgical and non-surgical treatment of degenerative spinal disorders and scoliosis deformity, as well as complex revision spine surgery.

Dr. Snavely is a Central Florida native who obtained his medical degree at the University of Miami School of Medicine. He completed a fiveyear orthopaedic surgery residency at Orlando Health, including a year serving as Chief Resident.

This was followed by a year of fellowship training specializing in spine surgery at Northwestern University.

Returning to Central Florida, Dr. Snavely joined The Spine & Scoliosis Center, a highly respected spinal surgery practice serving the area for over 30 years. He was one of the first surgeons in the country to use the 7D Surgical image guided navigation system. 7D is now routinely utilized

for safer and more efficient spinal surgery, while reducing radiation exposure.

Dr. Snavely is a faculty surgeon with the Orlando Health Orthopaedic Surgery Residency.He is involved in research and has authored peerreviewed publications in well-respected spine surgery and orthopaedic surgery journals. He has presented his research at numerous scientific meetings at the international, national, and state levels receiving multiple awards for his presented work.

Dr. Snavely’s goal is to provide the highest quality of spine care, treating each patient as if they were a member of his own family. His focus is to ensure that each patient is educated on their available treatment options and stays actively involved in the decision-making process. Dr. Snavely provides services across the Central Florida area with office locations in Lake, Orange, and Polk counties and is on the medical staff at both Orlando Health and Advent Health.

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Geoffrey Stewart, MD The Spine and Scoliosis Center Dr. Geoffrey Stewart‘s reputation has been built on his dedication to providing the utmost in compassionate and quality care to all his patients. His extensive training and knowledge coupled with his years of experience and favorable outcomes has afforded him worldwide accolades and recognition.

Geoffrey Stewart, M.D. is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and the American Board of Spine Surgery. Dr. Stewart received his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. He completed his Orthopedic training in Boston at Tufts University Affiliated Hospitals and the Massachusetts General Hospital. He then completed the Maryland Fellowship in Reconstructive Spinal Surgery with Dr. Paul McAfee in Baltimore, Maryland, incorporating both orthopedic and neurosurgical spine training. He is in private practice enabling him to choose the most appropriate hospital/system for each patient.

Dr. Stewart specializes in the treatment of adult and pediatric spinal disorders. His particular interest is in newer, minimally-invasive surgical procedures and he has participated as a faculty member in courses to teach these techniques to other spine surgeons. He has authored a number of articles on spine surgery, and his research has won awards at major scientific meetings.

Dr. Stewart serves on the Faculty of UCF School of Medicine. The International Association of Orthopedic Surgeons recognizes Dr. Stewart as A Leading Physician of the World and a Top Orthopedic and Spinal Surgeon in Orlando, Florida.

Dr. Stewart joined the Spine and Scoliosis Center in 1996. The Spine and Scoliosis Center has been giving Central Floridians practical, high-quality solutions through revolutionary care for over fifty years.

Understanding and diagnosing a patient’s condition is just as important to The Spine and Scoliosis Center as providing the latest in innovative spine procedures and maintaining top-notch facilities.

“We’re in a unique position to do minimally invasive surgery plus more complicated procedures,” points out Dr. Stewart, “We do the most difficult spinal deformity (scoliosis, etc.) and complicated revision surgeries in the area. We are fortunate enough to have the opportunity to do a lot of things that make a real difference in people’s lives. We were able to take someone who was in a wheelchair and give her the ability to walk again,” Dr. Stewart says. “It’s really about taking someone with pain and disability and offering them a dramatic improvement in both function and comfort level.” Dr. Stewart sees patients in Davenport.

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˚AFRICAN˚ W: BOMA-FLAVORS OF AFRICA Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, 2901 Osceola Pkwy., Lake Buena Vista 407-939-3463. disneyworld.disney.go.com

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W: JIKO- THE COOKING PLACE Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, 2901 Osceola Pkwy., Lake Buena Vista 407-939-3463. disneyworld.disney.go.com W: SANAA Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, Kidani Village, 2901 Osceola Pkwy., Lake Buena Vista 407939-3463

˚AMERICAN˚ C: 903 MILLS MARKET 903 S. Mills Ave., Orlando 407-898-4392. 903 millsmarketcafe.com C: ACE CAFE ORLANDO 100 W. Livingston St., Orlando 407-996-6686. acecafeusa.com W: ARTIST POINT DISNEY’S WILDERNESS LODGE, 901 Timerline Dr., Lake Buena Vista 407939-3463. disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining

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C+S+W: BETH’S BURGER BAR See Website for Multiple Locations. bethsburgerbar.com W: CALIFORNIA GRILL Disney’s Contemporary Resort, 4600 North World Dr., 15th Floor, Lake Buena Vista 407-939-3463. disneyworld.disney.go.com W: CHEF’S TABLE at the Edgewater 99 W. Plant St., Winter Garden 407-230-4837. chefstableattheedgewater.com W: EARLS KITCHEN+BAR The Mall at Millenia, 4200 Conroy Rd., Orlando 407-345-8260. earls.ca C: EMBER 42 W. Central Blvd., Orlando , 407-8495200. emberorlando.com W: EVERGLADES RESTAURANT Rosen Centre, 9840 International Dr., Orlando 407-996-9840 ext.

3610. evergladesrestaurant.com N: FARM & HAUS 3201 Corrine Dr., Orlando , 407801-1698. farmandhaus.com.

N: THE GLASS KNIFE 276 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park 407-500-2253. theglassknife.com C+N+S+W: GRAFFITI JUNKTION See Website for Multiple Locations. graffitijunktion.com W: HARD ROCK CAFE, 6050 Universal Blvd., Orlando 407-351-7625. hardrock.com/cafes/orlando N: HILLSTONE 215 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park, 407-740-4005. hillstone.com

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W: LAKEHOUSE Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress, 1 Grand Cypress Blvd., Orlando. 407-239-4240. grandcypress.regency.hyatt.com N: LUKE’S KITCHEN AND BAR 640 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland 407-674-2400. eatatlukes.com N+W+E: MARLOW’S TAVERN See Website for Multiple Locations. marlowstavern.com C: MAXINE’S ON SHINE 337 N. Shine Ave., Orlando 407-674-6841. maxinesonshine.com

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W: KABOOKI SUSHI , 7705 Turkey Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819, 407-776-2001

W: THE POLITE PIG Disney Springs, 1536 Buena Vista Dr., Orlando 407-938-7444

C: KABOOKI SUSHI, 3122 E. Colonial Dr., Orlando 407-228-3839

˚CAJUN/CREOLE˚

W: SUSHI TOMI, 8463 S John Young Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32819, 407-352-8635 W: NAGOYA SUSHI, 7600 Dr Phillips Blvd #66, Orlando, FL 32819, Market Place, 407-248-8558

W: THE BIG EASY See Website for Multiple Locations. thebigeasyfl.com N: TIBBY’S NEW ORLEANS KITCHEN See Website for Multiple Locations. tibbys.com

W: DRAGONFLY, 7972 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando, FL 32819, 407-370-3359

˚CONTINENTAL˚

N: ORLANDO MEATS 728 Virginia Dr., Orlando 407-598-0700. omeletbar.com

C: KING BAO 710 N. Mills Ave., Orlando , 407-2370013. kingbaowow.com

W: CHATHAM’S PLACE 7575 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando 407-345-2992. chatamsplace.com

N: THE OUTPOST NEIGHBORHOOD KITCHEN 2603 Edgewater Dr., Orlando 407-930-6282. outpostcollegepark.com

C: MAMAK -1231 E. Colonial Dr., Orlando , 407270-4688. mamakasianorlando.com

N: HAMILTON’S KITCHEN at The Alfond Inn 300 E. New England Ave., Winter Park 407-998-8090. thealfondinn.com

E: OMELET BAR 12250 Strategy Blvd., Orlando, 407-704-1597. omeletbar.com

N: THE PARKVIEW, 136 S. Park Ave., Winter Park 407-647-9103. theparkviewwp.com

W: MORIMOTO ASIA Japanese - Disney Springs, 1600 E. Buena Vista Dr., Orlando , 407-939-6686. patinagroupp.com/morimoto-asia

N: THE RAVENOUS PIG 565 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park 407-628-2333. theravenouspig.com

C: NOODLES AND RICE 813 N. Mills Ave., Orlando 407-895-8833. noodlesandricecafe.com

W+N: RUSTEAK See Website for Multiple Locations. rusteakwinebar.com

N: SUSHI LOLA’S 2902 Corrine Dr., Orlando 407898-5652. sushilolas.com

W: SEASONS 52 7700 Sand Lake Rd., Orlando , 407-354-5212. seasons52.com

N: UMI JAPANESE RESTAURANT, 525 S Park Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789, (407) 960-3993, umiwinterpark.com

C: SE7EN BITES 617 N. Primrose Dr., Orlando , 407-203-0727. se7enbites.com N: SHAKERS AMERICAN CAFE 1308 Edgewater Dr., Orlando 407-422-3534. shakerscafe.com W: SLATE 8323 W. Sand Lake Rd., Orlando , 407500-7528. slateorlando.com C: LONDON HOUSE, 8000 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando, FL 32819 407-743-2525. (Private Club -Membership required) N: SWINE & SONS Provisions 595 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park 407-636-7601. swineandsons.com N: THE TAP ROOM at Dubsdread 549 W. Par St., Orlando 407-650-0100 C: THE WATERFRONT 4201 S. Orange Ave., Orlando 407-866-0468. thewaterfrontorlando.com W: THE WHISKEY, 7563 W. Sand Lake Rd., Orlando, 407-930-6517

˚ASIAN˚ C+W: HAWKERS STREET FARE - See Website for Multiple Locations. eathawkers.com

C: TAKO CHEENA 932 N. Mills Ave., Orlando , 321-236-7457. mytakocheena.com W: KIM WU 4904 S Kirkman Rd., Orlando 407-2930752. facebook.com/Kim-Wu-Chinese-Restaurant C: MING’S BISTRO CHINESE 1212 Woodward St., Orlando 407-898-9672.

C: PETER’S KITCHEN Chinese 3922 E. Colonial Dr., Orlando 407-895-8174. peterskitchencbb. business.site

W: JACK’S PLACE Rosen Plaza Hotel. 9700 International Dr., Orlando 407-996-1787. jacksplacerestauraunt.com

˚CREATIVE/ CONTEMPORARY˚ N: 1921 BY NORMAN VAN AKEN 142 E. 4th Ave., Mount Dora 352-385-1921. 1921nva.com C: ARTISAN’S TABLE 22 E. Pine St., Orlando , 407730-7499. artisanstableorlando.com C: THE BOHEME Grand Bohemian Hotel Orlando, 325 S. Orange Ave., Downtown 407-313-9000. grandbohemianhotel.com S: CANVAS RESTAURANT & MARKET 13615 Sachs Ave., Orlando 407-313-7800. , canvaslakenona. com W: CAFE TU TU TANGO 8625 International Dr., Orlando 407-248-2222. cafetututango.com

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W: CAPA Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort, 10100 Dream Tree Blvd., Lake Buena Vista 407-313-7777

C+N+S+E+W: 4 RIVERS SMOKEHOUSE See Website for Multiple Locations. 4rsmokehouse.com

W: KNIFE & SPOON Ritz-Carlton Orlando , Grande Lakes 407-206-2400.

N+W+E: BUBBALOU’S BODACIOUS , BAR-BQUE See Website for Multiple Locations. bubbalous. com

W: MARKET TO TABLE 146 Plant St., Winter Garden 407-970-8876. market2table.com

C: CECIL’S TEXAS STYLE BAR-B-QUE 2800 S. Orange Ave., Orlando 407-423-9871. cecilsbbq.com

S: MOOR Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center, 6000 W. Osceola Pkwy., Kissimmee. 407-5861101. marriott.com

C+S: PIG FLOYD’S URBAN BARBAKOA See Website for Multiple Locations. pigfloyds.com

C: THE OSPREY TAVERN 4899 New Broad St., Orlando , 407-960-7700. ospreytavern.com

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W: PRIMO JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes, 4040 Central Florida Pkwy., Orlando 407-393-4444. primorestaurant.com

N: CHEZ VINCENT 533 W. New England Ave., Winter Park 407-599-2929. chezvincent.com

N: SANTIAGO’S BODEGA See Website for Multiple Locations. santiagosbodega.com

C: DOVECOTE 390 N. Orange Ave., Orlando 407930-1700. , dovecoteorlando.com

W: STRONG WATER TAVERN Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando, 6274 Hollywood Way, Orlando 407-503-5000. loewshotels.com/sapphire-fallsresort

N: LE COQ AU VIN 4800 S. Orange Ave., Orlando 407-851-6980. lecoqauvinrestaurant.com

W: THE TASTING ROOM 99 W. Plant St., Winter Garden , 407-230-4837. chefstableattheedgewater.com W: TIFFINS Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Lake Buena Vista, 407-939-3463. disneygo.com W: VICTORIA & ALBERT’S DISNEY’S GRAND FLORIDIAN RESORT & SPA, 4401 Floridian Way, Lake Buena Vista 407-824-1089

˚CUBAN˚ N: BLACK BEAN DELI 325 S Orlando Ave. Suite 1-1, Winter Park; 1835 E. Colonial Dr., Orlando 407-628-0294. blackbeandeli.com W: COLUMBIA RESTAURANT, 649 Front St., Celebration 407-566-1505. columbiarestaurant.com W: CUBA LIBRE Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Dr., Orlando 407-226-1600. cubalibrerestsauraunt.com S: PADRINO’S CUBAN BISTRO 13586 Village Park Dr., Orlando 407-251-5107. padrinosbistro.com

˚DESSERT˚ C: BETTER THAN SEX 1905 N. Orange Ave., Orlando , 407-761-8949. betterthansexorlando.com N: BUTTERMILK BAKERY 1198 Orange Ave., , Winter Park 321-422-4015. buttermilk-bakery.com C: CHARLIE’S GOURMET PASTRIES 3213 Curry Ford Rd., Orlando 407-898-9561. charliesgourmetpastries.com C: P IS FOR PIE 2806 Corrine Dr., Orlando 407-7454743. crazyforpies.com N+W: THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY See Website for Multiple Locations. thecheesecakefactory.com E: VALKYRIE DOUGHNUTS 12226 Corporate Blvd., Orlando valkyriedoughnuts.com

˚FRENCH˚ N: CAFE DE FRANCE 526 Park Ave. S., Winter Park 407647-1869. , lecafedefrance.com

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S: CHEFS DE FRANCE, 1830 Avenue of the Stars, Orlando, FL 32830,Epcot, (407) 939-5277 W: LA BOUCHERIE, 7625 Turkey Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819, (407) 930-1708

˚GREEK˚ C: THE GREEK CORNER 1600 N. Orange Ave., Orlando 407-228-0303. thegreekcorner.net W: TAVERNA OPA Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Dr., Orlando 407-351-8660. tavernaoparestaurant.com

˚INDIAN˚ W: AASHIRWAD INDIAN RESTAURANT 7000 S. Kirkman Rd., Orlando 407-370-9830.

Aashirwadrestaurant.com ​​S: BOMBAY CAFE 1137 Doss Ave., Orlando , 407- 240-5151. bombaycafeorlando.net N: KOHINOOR INDIAN RESTAURANT Ethan Allen Plaza, 249 W. State Rd. 436, Suite 1093, Altamonte Springs 407-788-6004. kohinootindianrestaurant.com N: MEMORIES OF INDIA Shoppes at Lake Emma, 3895 Lake Emma Rd., Lake Mary 407-8040920. memoriesofindiacuisine.com W: SAFFRON INDIAN CUISINE 7724 W. Sand Lake Rd., Orlando (407) 674-8899 N+E: TAMARIND See Website for Multiple Locations. tamarinfl.com

˚ITALIAN˚ W: NORTH ITALIA, 7335 W Sand Lake Rd Suite 143, Orlando, FL 32819, (407) 226-0675 N+W: ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA See Website for Multiple Locations. acfp.com N: ANTONIO’S 611 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland , 407-645-1035 antoniosonline.com W: BICE LOEWS Portofino Bay Hotel 5601 Universal Blvd., Orlando 407-503-1415. biceorlando.com W: CALA BELLA Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando 407-996-3663. calabellarestaurant.com W: CHRISTINI’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO Dr. Phillips Marketplace, 7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Dr. Phillips 407-345-8770. christinis.com N: ENZO’S ON THE LAKE 1130 S. 17-92, Longwood 407-834-9872. enzos.com N: FRANCESCO’S RISTORANTE & PIZZERIA 400 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland 407-960-5533, francescosrist.com E: GOODFELLA’S PIZZERIA 11873 East Colonial Dr., Orlando 407-658-6615. goodfellasorlando.com W: MULINO Walt Disney World Swan Resort, 1200 Epcot Resort Blvd., Lake Buena Vista 407-9341199. swandolphin.com/ilmulino C: LA BELLA LUNA 4886 New Broad St., Orlando 407-85-0025. labellalunafl.com W: LA LUCE AT HILTON,14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Ln., Orlando 407-597-3600. laluceorlando. com N+E: MELLOW MUSHROOM See Website for Multiple Locations. mellowmushroom.com

˚IRISH˚

N: NONNO’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO 1140 E. Altamonte Dr., Altamonte Springs 407-260-8900. nonnositalianrestaurant.com

N: FIDDLER’S GREEN 544 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park 407-645-2050 fidderlsgreenorlando.com

W: PEPERONCINO CUCINA 7998 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando 407-440-2856. peperonicocucina. com

W: HAGAN O’REILLY’S IRISH PUB 16112 Marsh Rd., Winter Garden 407-905-4782

C: PIZZA BRUNO 3990 Curry Ford Rd., Orlando. pizzabrunofl.com

W: RAGLAN ROAD Irish Pub and Restaurant Downtown Disney, 1640 E. Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista 407-938-0300

N: PRATO 124 N. Park Ave., Winter Park. , 407262-0050. prato-wp.com W: RAVELLO Four Seasons Resort, 10100 Dream

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Tree Blvd., Lake Buena Vista 407-313-7777 fourseasons. com/orlando N: ROCCO’S ITALIAN GRILLE & BAR , 400 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park 407-644-7770. roccositaliangrille.com W: VINCENZO CUCINA ITALIANA, 8255 International Dr., Suite 112 Orlando, 407-745-4030. vincenzosorlando.com

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N: SEOUL GARDEN 511 E. Horatio Ave., , Maitland 407-599-5199.

C: SHIN JUNG 1638 E. Colonial Dr., Orlando , 407-8957345. shinjungkorean.com

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N: BULLA GASTROBAR 110 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park 321-214-6120. bullagastrobar.com

C: AMURA SUSHI, 7786 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819, (407) 370-0007

W: FOGO DE CHÃO 8282 International Dr., Orlando 407-370-0711. fogodechao.com

W: BANSHOO SUSHI BAR Rosen Centre Hotel, 9840 International Dr., Orlando 407-996-9840. rosencentre.com

W: MANGO’S TROPICAL CAFE 8126 International Dr., Orlando 407-673-4422. mangos.com/orlando

W: NAGOYA SUSHI See Website for Multiple Locations. nagoyasushi.com N: UMI JAPANESE RESTAURANT, 525 S Park Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789, (407) 960-3993, umiwinterpark. com W: SEITO SUSHI 8031 Turkey Lake Rd #700, Orlando, FL 32819, (407) 248-8888.

C: SEITO SUSHI 4898 New Broad St #32814, Orlando, FL 32814, (407) 898-8801. seitosushi.com

C: SHIN JAPANESE CUISINE 803 N. Orange Ave., Orlando 407-648-8000. shinsushi.com W: SUSHI TOMI, 8463 S John Young Pkwy., Orlando 407-352-8635. sushitomi.com E: SUSHI POP 310 W. Mitchell Hammock Rd., Oviedo 407-542-5975. sushipoprestaurant.com C: YAMASAN SUSHI & GRILL 1606 N. Mills Ave., Orlando 407-228-1730. yamasanorlando.com W: ZETA BAR & SUSHI LOUNGE Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, 14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Ln., Orlando 407-597-3600

W westside

C: BEE WON KOREAN CUISINE, 5100 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando , 407-601-7788. beewonkorea@gmail.com

˚LATIN/SPANISH˚

W: DRAGONFLY ROBATA GRILL 7972 Via Dellagio Way, Orlando 407-370-3359 dragonflysushi.com/ orlando

E eastside

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W: WINTER GARDEN PIZZA COMPANY , 46 W. Plant Street, Winter Garden 407-877-1930. wintergardenpizza.com

N: DOMU 3201 Corrine Dr., Orlando 407-960-1228 domufl.com

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W: TAPA TORO 8441 International Dr., Orlando 407226-2929

˚MEDITERRANEAN˚ N+W: BOSPHOROUS TURKISH CUISINE , See Website for Multiple Locations. , bosphorousrestaurant. com W: CEDAR’S PLAZA VENEZIA, 7732 W. Sand Lake Rd., Dr. Phillips 407-351-6000. orlandocedars.com N+W+E: PARAMOUNT FINE FOODS See Website for Multiple Locations paramountfinefoods.com S: VILLA DE FLORA Gaylord Palms Resort, 6000 W. Osceola Pkwy., Kissimmee 407-586-1114. gaylordpalms. com

˚MEXICAN/TEX-MEX˚ W: AGAVE AZUL 4750 S. Kirkman Rd., Orlando 407704-6930.

W: TEXAS DE BRAZIL, 5259 International Dr f1, Orlando, FL 32819, (407) 355-0355 C: BLACK ROOSTER TAQUERIA 1323 Mills Ave., Orlando 407-601-0994. blackroostertaqueria.com N: COCINA 214 151 E. Welbourne Ave., Winter Park 407-790-7997 .cocina214.com W: FRONTERA COCINA Disney Springs, 1604 Buena Vista Dr., Lake Buena Vista 407-560-9197. fronteracocina.com N: HUNGER STREET TACOS 2103 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park 407-444-6270.

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W: MI CASA TEQUILA TAQUERIA Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando 407-996-9939. rosenshinglecreek.com

W: THE OCEANAIRE SEAFOOD ROOM , Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Dr., Orlando , 407-3634801. theoceanaire.com W: PADDLEFISH Disney Springs, 1670 E. Buena Vista Dr., Orlando 407-934-2628. paddlefishrestaurant. com

C: REYERS MEZCALERIA 821 N. Orange Ave., Orlando 407-868-9007. reyesmex.com

N: REEL FISH COASTAL KITCHEN 1234 N. Orange Ave., Winter Park 407-543-3474. reelfishcoastal.com

˚SEAFOOD˚ N: BLU ON THE AVENUE 326 S. Park Ave., , Winter Park 407-960-3778. bluontheavenue.com W: DEEP BLU SEAFOOD GRILLE Wyndham Grand Orlando, Bonnet Creek, 14651 Chelonia Pkwy., Orlando 407-390-2420. Deepbluorlando.com ​​W: EDDIE V’S 7488 W. Sand Lake Rd., Orlando , 407-355-3011. eddiev.com C: MUDDY WATERS 101 S. Eola Dr., Orlando , 407843-9676. muddywaters-orlando.com W: OCEAN PRIME RIALTO, 7339 W. Sand Lake Rd., Orlando 407-781-4880. ocean-prime.com

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W: THE CAPITAL GRILLE See Website for Multiple Locations. thecapitalgrille.com S: CHARLEY’S STEAK HOUSE See Website for Multiple Locations. charleyssteakhouse.com N: CHRISTNER’S Prime Steak & Lobster 729 Lee Rd., Orlando 407-645-4443. christnersprimesteakandlobster.com W: DEL FRISCO’S Double Eagle Steak House 9150 International Dr., Orlando , 407-351-5074. delfriscos.com W: ELEVEN at Reunion Resort Reunion Resort, 7593 Gathering Dr., Reunion 407-662-1170. reunionresort.com N+W: FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR See Website for Multiple Locations. flemingssteakhouse.com

C+N+W: PEPE’S CANTINA See Website for Multiple Locations. pepescantina.com

W: TAQUITOS JALISCO 1041 S. Dillard St., , Winter Garden 407-654-0363

W: BULL & BEAR Waldorf Astoria Orlando, 14200 Bonnet Creek Resort Lane, Orlando 407-597-5500. bullandbearorlando.com

W: TODD’S ENGLISH’S BLUEZOO Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel, 1500 Epcot Resorts Blvd., Lake Buena Vista 407-934-1111

˚SOUTHERN˚ N: THE COOP ,610 W. Morse Blvd., Winter Park , 407-843-2667. asouthernaffair.com W: HIGHBALL & HARVEST, Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes, 4012 Central Florida Parkway, Orlando 407-393-4422. ritzcarlton.com C: SOCO SOUTHERN CONTEMPORARY CUISINE 629 East Central Blvd., Orlando , 407-8491800. socothorntonpark.com

˚STEAK HOUSES˚ W: THE H Orlando 7512 Dr Phillips Blvd #80, Orlando, FL 32819 407-930-3020 , thehorlando.com

C: KRES CHOPHOUSE 17 W. Church St., Downtown Orlando 407-447-7950. , kresrestaurant. com W: A LAND REMEMBERED Rosen Shingle Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando 866-996-9939. landrememberedrestaurant.com C: LINDA’S LA CANTINA 4721 E. Colonial Dr., Orlando 407-894-4491 W: MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE Dr. Phillips Marketplace, 7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando , 407248-3485. mortons.com W: THE PALM , Hard Rock Hotel, 5800 Universal Blvd., Orlando 407-503-7256. thepalm.com/orlando W: RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE 7501 W. Sand Lake Rd., Orlando 407-226-3900. ruthschris.com N: SHULA’S 347 GRILL Westin Lake Mary Orlando North, 2974 International Pkwy., Lake Mary , 407531-3567. donshula.com W: STK ORLANDO Disney Springs, 1580 E. Buena Vista Dr., Orlando 407-917-7440. , togrp.com/venue/ stk-orlando W: TEXAS DE BRAZIL 5259 International Dr., Orlando 407-355-0355

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W: FOGO DE CHÃO 8282 International Dr., Orlando 407-370-0711

W: THE VENETIAN CHOP HOUSE Caribe Royale Resort, 8101 World Center Dr., Lake Buena Vista , 407-238-8060. cariberoyale.com W: VINES GRILLE & WINE BAR, 7533 Sand Lake Rd., Orlando 407-351-1227. , vinesgrille.com

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W: HOUSE OF PHOỞ Vietnamese Cuisine, 8261 S John Young Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32819, (407) 930-2100 C: SAIGON NOODLE & GRILL 101 N. , Bumby Ave., Orlando 407-532-7373. , saigonnoodleandgrill. com W: SOUPA SAIYAN, 5689 Vineland Rd, Orlando, FL 32819, (407) 930-3396 W: VIET THAI CAFE, 1925 Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819, (407) 582-0152

N: ORCHID THAI CUISINE 305 N. Park Ave., Winter Park 407-331-1400. , orchidthaiwinterpark.com

˚WINE BARS & LOUNGES˚

N: SEA THAI 3812 E. Colonial Dr., Orlando , 407-895-0985. seathaiorlando.com

W: THE ATTIC DOOR 28 W. Plant St., Winter Garden 407-877-0266. jrsatticdoor.com

W: THAI BLOSSOM 99 W. Plant St., Winter Garden 407905-9917. mythaiblossom.com

W: BLUE MARTINI Pointe Orlando, 9101 International Dr., Suite 1182, Orlando 407-447-2583. bluemartinilounge.com

N: THAI CUISINE RESTAURANT 5325 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, 407-292-9474 W: AYOTHAYA THAI RESTAURANT, 7555 W Sand Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819, (407) 345-0040 S: THAI THANI Thai Restaurant, 11025 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32821, (407) 239-9733 W: SIAM THAI CUISINE, 8957 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819, 8957 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819

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C: BÖSENDORFER LOUNGE The Grand Bohemian Hotel, 325 S. Orange Ave., Downtown Orlando 407313-9000. grandbohemianhotel.com N: EDEN BAR 1300 S. Orlando Ave., Maitland , 407629-1088. enzian.org C: EOLA WINE COMPANY 430 E. Central Blvd., Orlando 407-481-9100. eolawinecompany.com C: ONE80 SKYTOP LOUNGE 400 W. Church St., Orlando 407-913-0180. 180downtown.com

C: BOMBAY STREET KITCHEN, 6215 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32809, (407) 240-5151

N: THE VINEYARD WINE COMPANY 1140 Town Park Ave., Suite 1260, Lake Mary 407-833-WINE. thevineyardwinecompany.com

N: ETHOS VEGAN KITCHEN 601-B New York Ave., Winter Park 407-228-3898. , ethosvegankitchen.com

N: THE WINE ROOM 270 Park Ave. S., Winter Park 407-696-WINE. thewineroomonline.com

C: TABLA INDIAN RESTAURANT, 5847 Grand National Dr, Orlando, FL 32819, (407) 248-9400

W: MAKANI Upscale Mediterranean Cuisine Bar & Hookah Lounge, 8255 International Dr Suite 108, Orlando, FL 32819, (407) 723-1243

C: MARKET ON SOUTH 2603 E. South St., Orlando 407613-5968. marketonsouth.com C: DHARMA SOUTHERN KITCHEN, 2603 E South St, Orlando, FL 32803, (407) 613-5968

˚VIETNAMESE• C: LITTLE SAIGON 1106 E. Colonial Dr., Orlando 407423-8539. littlesaigonrestaurant.com C: PHO 88 Vietnamese Restaurant 730 N. Mills Ave., Orlando 407-897-3488 pho88orlando.com

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