Carmen Care Advanced Laser Therapy NOW also available in AVENTURA
Are you in pain? Do your joints hurt, even when they aren’t in use? Is an old injury or arthritis preventing you from participating in the activities you love? Does your lower back pain make sleeping, walking or standing up challenging?
HOW COULD LASER THERAPY HELP? Laser therapy is a non-invasive technology that speeds up the process of cellular regeneration and reduces inflammation with a 90% success rate in reducing pain of all types and levels of severity.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW What this means for people in pain is that they will experience decreased swelling and –––––––––––––––––––– LASER, Page 6A
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John Norris III, MD, Stanley Braverman MD and John Norris II, MD. A certificate of Geriatric Ophthalmology for Dr Braverman was signed years ago by John Norris II, MD President of the Society. Now Dr Braverman has performed eye surgery on his son John Norris III MD.
Leslie Carmen, right, is Clinical Director at Advanced Laser Therapy - Carmen Care.
• Laser therapy is a non-invasive technology that speeds up the process of cellular regeneration, reducing inflammation with a 90% success rate
After a lifetime with poor eyesight, a Key West physician makes an important decision. Growing up in New Jersey, Dr. John Norris III, MD, recalled a childhood that was filled with fun, but also living with eyesight that required wearing glasses from the very beginning. Through the years, like many who grow up having to wear some kind of vision enhancement, Dr. Norris did well. The fact that he was nearsighted and had astigmatism was not a major obstacle. "The fact was I couldn't see three feet in front of me without my glass-
es," he said. "Also, having a father who was an ophthalmologist, you always knew where you stood with your vision." Today, Dr. Norris, 51, is living in Key West, specializing in Internal Medicine. His love for the outdoors and the water is what brought him south, and he is into everything that this paradise destination offers. In addition, he runs a successful and popular practice that many in this "Conch Republic" rely on. Because of his eyesight and the natural slow regression with age, it ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– BRAVERMAN, Page 5A
Curci House: Nearly a century of history
By Larry Blustein sfsuntimes@aol.com There are so many special places to visit in the City of Hallandale Beach. But for a historic and nostalgic view of what life was about nearly 100 years ago, the Curci House is truly an iconic landmark. Located right in the heart of the residential heartbeat of the community, the Curci property does indeed bring back the 1920's and 30's lifestyle that has ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– CURCI, Page 7A
STRESS fREE HOLIDAY
It may be the most wonderful time of year, but at times, it can also feel like the most stressful. This holiday season, take a fresh approach to your "to-do's list" to save time and energy, so you can be merry and bright. There are 10 tips and tricks will help you relax, unwind and enjoy. 10B.
HALLANDALE BEACH
A manatee mother and calf leisurely swim south along South Ocean Drive in the Broward 100-commissioned Visual Eyes public art project named “Beneath the Surface.” Artist Eduardo Mendieta has spent the last three weeks working on the mural. for more, see Page 8A.
KODNER GALLERIES
When you hear the name Kodner Galleries, your mind wanders to some of the best and most impressive antiques, gold, silver, diamonds, rare coins, jade and fine & decorative arts you will find anywhere. When you come to Dania Beach, stop in and see. You will be impressed. Page 2A.