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Friendly Sol Pearlman knows a good deal when he sees it whether buying and restoring antique Indian motorcycles, getting tickets for the theater or spending time with his family traveling to Cape Cod. Now, Sol can enjoy life even more after having successful eye surgery done by Board Certified Ophthamologist Dr. Stanley Braverman of Hallandale Beach. When Sol was a youngster growing up in Brooklyn, New York, he was playing in the street with a ball that bounced into a storm drain on the curb. Eagerly, he tried to retrieve the ball with a wire hanger. Regrettably, the hanger poked the child in the left eye which affected the pupil,
cornea and optic nerve. His mother took the child immediately to the hospital where a doctor patched him up, but the eye, to his family’s dismay, would not work normally. “From the age of six, my left eye was partially closed and I only saw shadows. As a result, I became bored reading, cut classes and had trouble paying attention. I did not excel in school as my brother and sister did and I turned out to be the black sheep of my family. As I became older, I did my best and worked in management and eventually found satisfying work as a caregiver,” Sol said. During an annual eye exam with optometrist Dr. Norman
Hershkovich in Fort Lauderdale, Sol asked the doctor about his eye trauma from childhood. “The doctor said he knows of an ophthalmologist, Dr. Stanley Braverman, who might be able to help me. At first, I thought the doctor was kidding because fifteen doctors previously said nothing could be done with my one eye and just to leave it alone.” Sol followed up and made an appointment with Dr. Stanley Braverman. After a thorough eye examination and evaluation, Dr. Braverman determined that the injury had caused a corneal laceration and Sol had severe corneal astigmatism because of the injury. Sol also had cataracts in both eyes. Dr. Braverman
“I saw fifteen doctors and Dr Braverman was the only one to say ‘yes’, he could help me!” explained that by removing the cataract and by implanting a Toric Lens for astigmatism in his left eye, as well as by doing additional astigmatism correcting incisions in the
cornea, this would be able to improve the vision in his eye as well as correct the severe astigmatism from the childhood
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City News Chen Med Continued From Page 1 can protect you during the cold and flu season. How does the Flu shot work? The vaccine works by exposing your immune system to dead strains of the influenza virus. When your body is exposed to the dead virus it builds up antibodies to help protect you from getting the Flu. Can the Flu Shot give you the Flu? No, the flu shot cannot give you the flu and the flu shot does not make you sick. Call Chen Medical today and ask about how you can receive a flu shot. Call 305-698-6500 to schedule an appointment. Chen Medical Doctors Are Passionate About Nutrition And Providing Their Patients With Tips For Maintaining A Healthy Body Chen Medical Centers is an advocate for healthy living. Our doctors understand that maintaining a healthy lifestyle is important to overall health and wellness. Chen Medical encourages all patients to eat a balanced diet and engage in exercise regularly. Here are few tips from your ChenMed doctors on how to maintain a healthy body: Fill up on fruits and vegetables. Eat a variety and remember…no single food supplies all of the nutrients you need for balanced nutrition. Drink plenty of water throughout your day to flush toxins and avoid dehydration. Limit your sugar and salt intake. Foods high in sugar can leave you feeling sluggish, while
foods high in sodium are damaging for your heart. The key to maintaining a healthy diet is preparation…so plan to eat healthy! Create weekly menus and make an effort to shop for fresh, wholesome foods. Eat plenty of whole grains, such as whole wheat bread, brown or wild rice, and whole wheat pasta. Exercise regularly for at least 30 minutes. A simple exercise routine may include a morning or evening walk, swimming, or water aerobics. Eat moderate portions and have regular meals to maintain a healthy blood sugar level and steady metabolism. Choose foods low in saturated fat and high in fiber whenever possible. Foods high in fiber, such as beans, spinach, and popcorn will keep you feeling fuller longer. Cook at home more often. Eating out can be expensive, and it is also less healthy than cooking your meals at home. Eat breakfast! Start your day and your metabolism with a nutritious breakfast every day. If you have any questions or if you would like to speak to a Chen Medical doctor, contact Chen Medical Centers at 305698-6500. Are You Waiting For Hours At Your Current Doctor’s Office? Chen Medical Patients Typically Wait Less Than 30 Mintues To See Their Doctor! Your time is valuable. At Chen Medical Centers, we believe that our patients should not have to wait for hours on end to see their
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There are comedians that make you laugh and then there are those who make you want to come back for more. Paula Poundstone is that person who can deliver a witty performance that you’ll always remember. She would rather be busy than bored and is an author of two books, a national spokesperson advocating libraries, loves to read, talk about her foster children and her menagerie of pets. Having recently performed at Mardi Gras Casino in Hallandale Beach, onstage Paula Poundstone is a presence similar to a jazz musician as she improvises and informally interacts with the audience leaving them laughing in the aisles. Currently on tour, she is promoting her latest CD, I Heart Jokes. Now that you live in Santa Monica, do you consider yourself a beach person? In California I rarely ever go to the beach. I am originally from Massachusetts and go to the beach when I am there. When my children were little, we use to do some kind of beachy activity. Most of the year, I have a busy work schedule, do social networking; it’s fun yet burdensome at the same time. As for a Florida beach experience, I was in Daytona Beach where I flew a kite over the ocean way up high and the kite string snapped and that was the end of my kite day. Do you typically do unscripted live performances and why? I enjoy the response of laughter. I can’t remember stuff very well and get easily distracted even if I have a routine memorized. When I walk onto the stage, something generally throws me off. At first I thought that was bad that I could not be professional and do my scripted set. Eventually, I discovered the real magic of the night is when I connect with the audience in the room. That is the exciting part. Now, I allow myself to do that and try to set it up to have the optimum ability to think and move. Do you look at the audience and see something humorous and build from there? I’ll do the time-honored routine of ‘what you do for a living’ and weave it in
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An initial cataract consultation can be scheduled by calling the Braverman Eye Center at: (954) 458-2112 Or: (305) 374-8694. For additional information, please contact Regina Vasquez, Surgery Coordinator, or visit the Braverman Eye Center’s web-site at: www.bravermaneyecenter.com where you can watch a video of cataract surgery and learn more about all of the latest advances in cataract surgery and upgraded lens implants. In addition to Dr. Stanley Braverman, a Cataract and Refractive Laser Vision
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injury. “When I heard this, it was an emotional moment for me because I’ve been looking at life through one eye since I was six years old.” “It’s been almost a year since I had the successful cataract operation in both eyes. My left eye has the Toric Lens implant for my astigmatism and sees 20/30 without any corrective lenses and 20/20 with a mild prescription; and my right eye has the Tecnis Multifocal lens implant and sees 20/20 without any corrective lenses. I can read the smallest print on anything with no reading glasses and now have 20/ 20 vision at night. Now when I pick up a book, I can read and enjoy reading and don’t have to use glasses.” Sol said, “I saw fifteen doctors and Dr. Braverman was the only one to say ‘yes.’ He is a real people person without an attitude. Having the surgery was definitely worth the money and I would do it again! Dr. Braverman made the comment that “it is the best feeling in the entire world to be able to help people to this degree. Over the last twenty years, I have seen incredible changes in all of our surgical procedures. Our surgical technology has moved forward by leaps and bounds. We can do things today that I would not have dreamt that we would have been able to do twenty years ago.” WHAT ARE CATARACTS? A cataract is formed when the natural lens of the eye, responsible for focusing light and producing sharp images, becomes cloudy and hardens, resulting in a loss of visual function. The lens of the eye is clear at birth but is one of the first parts of the body to show the effects of aging. A cataract is painless and usually develops gradually over several months or years. The onset of a cataract in one or both eyes may cause decreased night vision, impaired depth perception, and increased color distortion. Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss among adults age 55 and older. In fact, poor vision from cataracts affects 60 percent of all adults over age 60. However, cataracts also can result from injury, heredity, or medications, so they can affect people of all ages. Understanding that no two conditions or patients are the same, Dr. Braverman analyzes the patient’s symptoms, performs a comprehensive eye exam, and may test for glare disability and contrast sensitivity before making a diagnosis. The final decision to proceed with the surgery belongs to the patient. Your optometrist or Dr. Braverman may prescribe glasses, medication or surgery depending on your symptoms, complaints and age. Usually surgery will
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The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center recently held Curtain Up giving theater goers an exciting preview of the new arts season. There is something for everyone with three new series, Broadway shows and fantastic musicals. The Curtain Up event featured nonstop entertainment on two stages, in the theatre and outside. Among the entertainers who performed were the Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida, Kirova Ballet Academy, Orchestra Miami, Universal Dance Studios, Barbra Streisand tribute artist Carla DelVillaggio, and stand-up comics from Low Brow Entertainment. “The community embraced the Center during its inaugural season and we are excited to say thank you with this special event and show them what we have lined up for this year,” said Aventura Mayor Susan Gottlieb. “We are very excited about the Curtain Up event and have many new cultural events planned with more variety. I’m pleased there was a good turnout from
the families,” noted Aventura City Manager Eric Soroka. Guests gathered inside the theater and talked with spokespersons from several theatrical companies enthusiastically promoting the upcoming shows. The box Pierson Grant Public Relations. heyday of the Catskill Mountain resorts office was open for theatergoers who were Other highlights of the season include and teams up with Vic Arnell in a able to purchase the best seats in the The National Broadway Theatre Award for dynamic comedy, song and dance house where one will discover great “Best Play.” “Say Goodnight Gracie” will routine. entertainment in a beautiful waterfront take the audience on a journey through Mandy Patinkin will introduce his latest setting. an American century confirming that love and most intimate concert to date, “Let Enjoying the festive atmosphere, does last in the company of George Burns Go.” The versatile singer and actor will children had their faces painted by Curly and his beloved wife, Gracie Allen. create a musical snapshot of oneself, Sue and Friends and enjoyed hearing a “An Evening with Lucie Arnaz” family and America through words and story read to them by Princess Reads-a- presented by the City of Hope includes a music. Lot. Food and beverages, a photo booth dinner and reception. The daughter of Highlights of the 2011/2012 season and prize drawings offered an showbiz royalty performs standards, new includes a musical series celebrating the entertaining Sunday afternoon for songs and Latin melodies her father Desi Great American Songbook, the Foreign everyone. Arnaz made famous associated with her Film Series of four international films, a “By popular demand, the acclaimed legendary mother, Lucille Ball. stand-up comedy program, presentations Melodies and Memories series will return Freddie Roman will perform, by Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida, featuring the songs of Kander and Ebb, “Monticello Memories.” Borsht belt International Piano Festival and Smart Jerome Kern, Harry Warren and the music funnyman takes materials from the Stage Matinees. of the Paramount The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is located at 3385 N.E. 188 Street, Aventura. Pictures Era,” said, For information call (877) 311-7469, or visit www.aventuracenter.org” www.aventuracenter.org Savannah Whaley,
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Don’t Let Foreclosure Stop You from Reclaiming Your American Dream! We all know the obvious consequences of facing foreclosure. Losing your home, facing a deficiency judgment for the difference between the value of your home and the amount of your mortgage, and dealing with damaged credit are a few; but unfortunately there is so much more associated with this process than just your finances. Emotionally, losing a home can be extremely difficult. Often times, people build up a veritable carousel of dreams in their mind composed of all the good things they expect to happen in their home as they grow older. Feeling hopeless as you seemingly watch those hopes and dreams slowly slip away only adds to the emotional loss. Couple the financial and emotional loss with the newly released scientific research that reveals a rise in stress related physical ailments discussed in a recent New York Times article titled “Foreclosures are Killing Us,” and it’s easy to see that foreclosure is not something to be taken lightly. So what do you do? There have been several stories in the news about so called loan modification experts who will either do nothing but take your money in exchange for a slew of ‘too good to be true’ promises, or who will, possibly in good faith but still unwisely so, submit your private financial information to a bank numerous times hoping the bank will respond to a plea for help. The
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sounds of a romance. Not venturing afar, “Catching the Sun” had the same effectiveness in instrumental space. Another highlight of the evening featured Scott Ambush doing an electric bass solo on a custom five-string to the song “The Deep End” combining an impressive fluidity of scales making the instrument sound similar to a drum with popping flatulence. Considered a tourist money maker for the hotels and restaurants, Jazz Fest is a much anticipated event for the barrier island city that alludes to the catchphrase “Florida’s Riviera.” “This is a fantastic four-day festival that began on Thursday with the Miami food trucks meeting at Pelican Park. There was an evening of music at the Newport Beachside Hotel, our main event Spyro Gyra, and concluding on Sunday with a jazz brunch at Solé on the Ocean,” said Sunny Isles Beach Mayor Norman Edelcup. In addition, Jazz Fest pays homage to the City’s colorful history. During the 50’s through 80’s era, Sunny Isles was known as “Motel Row” and promoted the “Fun in the Sun” tourism with a variety of entertainment found at thematic motel and conventional hotel stages. In 1959, the famous drummer and band leader Gene Krupa played at the Golden Strand bar for the entire winter. Jazz is an American art form painted with a full spectrum palette morphed with complexities; moreover, it is an important part in our nation during good and bad times. “Spyro Gyra is what I consider smooth jazz and very tropical. The band that originated from Buffalo has been together now for 38 years; a real testimony to staying power,” said Grant.
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For those who enjoy jazz music on the smooth side, Grammy winner Spyro Gyra was the act to catch at the fourth Annual Sunny Isles Beach Jazz Fest. This three-day weekend event in October gave jazz fans top-notch entertainment. Produced by the City in partnership with the Sunny Isles Beach Resort Association, proceeds from the event benefited the Joshua’s Heart Foundation and Miami Children’s Hospital. Master of Ceremonies Stu Grant, jazz radio personality, elucidated the audience on the art form and its influential contribution to music culture. Along with Spyro Gyra, special performances by other jazz artists included Tony Madruga and Frost School of Music’s Henry Mancini Institute Jazz Septet brought a cool vibe to the nightly atmosphere. The Saturday night main event was held at the recently built 5-acre Heritage Park at Collins Avenue. It was an intermittent rainy night, one of the reasons some fans stayed away; nevertheless, a devoted crowd huddled underneath umbrellas. The audience listened to jazz, sipped wine and had dinner while sitting on folding chairs on the park grass. Spyro Gyra, a technically well-versed tight band, played their instruments in precision seemingly effortlessly exploring a modern jazz repertoire of buoyant tones congruent with elements of jazz, Latin, funk and R&B. Jay Beckenstein, the leader is a wonderful saxophone player and lit up the night with a diversity of sounds. Performing the melodic “Morning Dance,” Beckenstein expressed the warm
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Taurus (April 20- May 20) Only two days after that new moon last month, on October 28, Jupiter, the planet of good fortune, now in Taurus, sent Pluto, the planet of transformations and power, a major vibration, indicating you may have had substantial financial talks to conduct, papers to sign, or an agreement to negotiate. If you didn’t conclude things at the end
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Way To The Forum Opens At The Byron Carlyle Theatre Miami Beach By Eleanor Hannan - Aventura Digest
This widely acclaimed, multiple Tony-Award winning musical, has earned Tony Awards for Best musical, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Book and Best Director. In fact, every actor who has starred in the musical, Zero Mostel, Phil Silver, and Nathan Lane has won a Tony. It made its first debut in 1962, as Broadway’s greatest fast-paced, witty farce, and one of the most humorous musicals ever written, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. This non-stop laugh fest is full of
elements of uninhibited puns, gags, cases of mistaken identity and surprises. Inspired by ancient Roman playwright Plateaus, the musical tells the bawdy story of a slave named Pseudolus and his attempt to win his freedom by helping his young master, named Hero, who has fallen in love with the lovely virgin Philia, living in the house next door, in the house of Lycus, a slave dealer specializing in beautiful women. The slave concocts a deal, so perfect, he would definitely be freed once the girl is turned over to his master.
As all plans, everything goes terribly wrong. The ensuing machinations, gender disguises, and cases of mistaken identity are both mind-boggling and side splitting. The show is now on stage, at the Miami Beach Theatre, under the direction of The Broward Stage Door Theatre through November 13, 2011, located at 500 71st Street, Miami Beach. Performances are evenings at 8 p.m. Matinees 2 p.m. Tickets are $38 & $42 at the box office. For all other information call 954-3447765.
Zoetic Stage And Arsht Center Present The World Premiere Of “Captiva” One Hilarious Comedy By Eleanor Hannan - Aventura Digest
Zoetic is a National New Play Network world premiere production and a wild new brilliant comedy inspired by a true story, a Florida-based play that is darkly funny and deeply moving. Over the course of a weekend reunion, three siblings come together in the hopes of celebration and re-connection. When their parents join them, rivalry, sex and a hurricane turn the family upside down. Stranded together, they are forced to face
each other with honesty and bottles of wine. Captiva is a smart and stinging comedy about family, fear and future. Written by 2011 Carbonell Award Winner Christopher Demos-Brown, Captiva will blow you away. On stage in the Ziff Ballet Opera House, November 3 to 20, 2011. For tickets and information call the box office at 305-949-6722, located at 1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami. Performances are evenings at 7:30 p.m., matinees 4 p.m.
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U.S. pets getting sicker; decline in vet visits blamed (ARA) - When Michele Sebesto, of Staten Island, N.Y., adopted JC 10 years ago, she said the chihuahua was an invaluable source of comfort. As a New Yorker, she’d just gone through the 9/11 attacks, and the two developed a special bond. Unfortunately, JC had some minor but persistent health problems. About twice a year, JC would get a urinary tract infection. During an annual preventive care appointment when JC was about 4, Sebesto’s veterinarian took an Xray and made a startling discovery. “When she showed me the X-ray, I couldn’t believe it. The kidney stone was the size of a grape, which is pretty big for a chihuahua,” Sebesto says. “My veterinarian did surgery to remove it, and I was pleasantly surprised at how fast JC bounced back.” After the surgery, JC was put on a special diet, and the dog, now 10, sees the veterinarian for regular checkups and has been healthy and free of urinary tract infections since the surgery. Unfortunately, Sebesto is part of a
shrinking population in the United States. Recent studies show that while the number of pets in America is increasing, fewer pet owners are bringing their pets in for regular checkups, and this could be causing a rise in preventable diseases. “Despite the ever-increasing emotional bond we have with our pets, research shows pets are getting less preventive health care,” says Dr. Rene A. Carlson, president of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). “At the same time, illnesses that are totally preventable, such as dental infections, ear infections, diabetes, intestinal worms and heartworms, are increasing.” Troubling trends AVMA research shows that veterinary visits for cats and dogs have been on the decline for at least a decade. The average number of annual veterinary visits dropped between 2001 and 2006 from two visits a year for dogs to 1.5 and from one visit per year for cats to 0.7 visits, according to the AVMA’s 2007 U.S. Pet Ownership and Demographics
Dr. Shelly Rubin examines Larry the dog at Blum Animal Hospital in Chicago, Ill. Sourcebook. Perhaps it shouldn’t be a surprise that, while veterinary care appointments have been declining, incidents of pet diseases have increased. In particular, totally preventable diseases are on the increase. The Banfield Pet Hospital’s State of Pet Health 2011 Report found that since 2006 flea infestations were up in dogs by 16 percent and 12 percent in cats, diabetes increased 32 percent in dogs and 16 percent in cats, and hookworm infections in dogs were up 30 percent and 3.5 percent in cats.
An ounce of prevention The vast majority of pet owners care deeply about their pet’s health, says Carlson. In fact 59 percent of dog owners and 53 percent of cat owners say they would, in fact, take their pets to the veterinarian more often if they thought it would help their pet live longer, according to the Veterinary Care Usage Study. “This study shows us that pet owners really do care about their pet’s health and
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strains each year. There are two common ways of receiving the flu vaccine - the seasonal shot and a nasal spray. The seasonal shot is recommended for most individuals over 6 months old and contains an inactivated form of the vaccine, which cannot make you sick. The nasal spray, which contains a live, but very weak strain of the flu, is recommended for healthy individuals, ages 2 to 49. “Although I strongly recommend getting the flu vaccine, it is important to recognize that the flu vaccine is not intended for everyone, particularly individuals with severe allergic reactions to eggs. It is important to talk to your doctor if you are concerned about the potential side effects from the vaccine,” says Bradford. Fact or fiction: I got the flu vaccine last year, so I don’t have to worry this year. Fiction. The influenza virus that causes the flu is constantly evolving, and the most common strains of the virus can change from year to year. “Even if you got the flu vaccine last year, you are still at risk for getting it again this year, so it is important to get a flu shot once each season,” says Bradford. Fact or fiction: I’m a healthy adult. I can fight the flu off on my own, so I don’t need a flu shot. Fiction.
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