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Joint Replacement in Outpatient Surgery Centers: Debunking the Myths Written by Fabio Orozco, MD, Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon

Hip and knee joint replacement surgery has long been associated with long hospital stays followed by physical therapy in rehabilitation centers, then months of outpatient physical therapy. Today, with advanced surgical techniques, hip and knee replacement surgeries can be performed on an outpatient basis. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s even more exciting is that joint replacement surgeries can now be performed at stand-alone surgery centers. This reality is due to healthcare systems creating surgical centers that are equipped to perform these procedures.

Myth 1. I must have surgery in a hospital.

Fact: While it is true not all patients are candidates for outpatient surgery centers, there are those who will meet the criteria to undergo surgery in an outpatient facility. Patients who meet the criteria for an ambulatory surgical center procedure are those who are typically younger (less than 70 years old), have few medical comorbidities or conditions, have a healthy body weight of less than a body mass index (BMI) of 35 kg/m2, and have a good support system at home. Like all procedures, your surgeon will discuss what option is best for you based on your individual needs.

Myth 2. A hospital is better than an ambulatory outpatient surgery center for surgery.

Fact: Ambulatory outpatient surgery centers have grown exponentially in the last decade to handle more complex procedures that used to be reserved strictly for inpatient hospital stays. Outpatient facilities have undergone million-dollar makeovers to match the requirements necessary to provide the same level of care equal to that of the hospital setting. The future of surgeries in the hospital setting will still be available to manage those deemed high risk due to other medical conditions.

Myth 3. My insurance says I must have surgery in a hospital.

Fact: Just like determining what hospital or physician you may see based on your insurance plan, your insurance will play a significant role in the decision where your surgery can take place. In most cases, a surgery center is a lower-cost facility compared to a hospital, sometimes by more than 50% less, and therefore is associated with fewer out-of-pocket costs for both the patient and the insurance company. This is a benefit for the patient and the insurance plan if the patient is a candidate for such a facility.

be aware of the advancements in ambulatory surgical centers. Just like your surgeon is the best person to discuss your medical condition and treatment options, your surgeon is the best person to guide your surgical plan and provide you with the information needed to determine where your surgery should occur.

Myth 5. I can determine where my surgery will take place.

Fact: Like all joint replacement surgeries, patients should have a medical evaluation to determine the risk associated with undergoing any procedure. A medical clearance will help determine if a patient is a candidate for a surgery center or if surgery should be performed in the hospital setting. The next vital step in determining whether the patient is a candidate to go home the same day is a good support system. If a person does not have someone who can be with them the first night, it would not be a good idea to have surgery on an outpatient basis. It is imperative to have a good support system to be available in the first 24 hours after surgery to help with medication administration and to insure you are able to ambulate around your home as you may be groggy from anesthesia after surgery. There are also those who fall into the gray area. They are good, motivated patients but have medical conditions that may warrant watching a little closer after surgery. These patients can also have the same-day surgery experience in the hospital and if they are doing well, may be discharged in the afternoon. Contact your surgeon today to see if outpatient surgery is right for you. Nothing compares to recovering in the comfort of your own home.

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Myth 4. Everyone tells me I should go to a hospital

Fact: Family and friends always feel they have your best interests at heart; however, they may not have all the facts to help you make an informed decision. Since joint replacement has historically been associated as an inpatient procedure, others may not

Dr. Fabio Orozco is a board-certified hip and knee surgeon with over 15 years of experience. Dr. Orozco has helped over ten thousand people get their lives back through surgery. Dr. Orozco is an expert in robotic surgery and uses the latest less-invasive surgical techniques, including direct anterior hip replacement and quadriceps-sparing partial and total knee replacements. He serves as the Director of Orthopaedic Surgery at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center.

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Introducing HDR Therapy A Revolutionary Way To Lift And Tighten Crepey Skin On The Face, Neck, Chest, Arms, Knees, Abdomen, And More! HDR ( Hyperdilute Radiesse) is a scientifically proven therapy that places collagen stimulating CAH into the dermis of the skin and causes it to make type 1 collagen which brings your skin back to a more youthful appearance. Type 1 collagen is your original collagen unlike type 2 and 3 which forms during healing, for example scar formation. Collagen formation occurs in all individuals making this the perfect treatment regardless of your age. Using skin biopsies and Ultra sound research has proven that HDR increases type 1 collagen production. Radiesse is diluted to a watery type substance and placed through a cannula into the skin, during this quick easy and painless procedure. The procedure takes around 30 minutes and there is little to no down time. Due to the use of a cannula to place the product bruising is rare and minimal when it occurs. The collagen making process is gradual and though results are seen in 1-2 months the process can continue for many months with continued improvement in the appearance of your skin. To get the best results it is recommended you get a repeat treatment at 2 and 12 months. This will give you the best collagen

response and long lasting results. Because it is diluted the treatment does not require a copious amount of product. A typical procedure uses 2- 4 syringes of Radiesse based on the size of the area treated. For example the neck uses one string per treatment. Due to its collagen stimulating effects HDR can be used to tighten and firm the skin in the neck, eliminate lines across the chest, tighten skin across the abdomen and to eliminate stretch marls on the abdomen thighs and buttocks. It can even be used to firm and lift the buttocks area. Because it is non invasive there is no significant recovery ( perhaps some mild soreness) and risks are limited to bruising and redness and swelling. HDR is the perfect compliment to Ultherapy and coolsculpting! We often use cool sculpting to eliminate the double chin then firm and tighten the skin with a combo treatment of Ultherapy and HDR. Though cool sculpting helps to tighten the skin after removal of unwanted fat on the abdomen some clients are left with creepy skin and stretch marks especially after having children, HDR improves the over all appearance and health of the skin to give you a fabulous bikini ready abdomen. Dr DeLorio is the only physician trained and experienced in HDR treatment in South Jersey. That combined with our expertise in cool sculpting and Ultherapy (we are one of the top providers in these treatments in New Jersey) means you are getting the best recommendations and treatment plans. All consults are free and personalized! Schedule your consult today!!

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The Most Common Questions And Answers Concerning Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are one of the most common vascular conditions affecting women...and men of all ages. Treatment options have improved greatly in recent years. In spite of these advancements, many people mistakenly still believe that treatment for this problem is difficult, painful, and simply considered “cosmetic.” Other people may experience leg pain and other symptoms but they don’t realize what is causing their condition. This article will answeraricose some common questions regarding associated and treatment. veins are one of the most common vascular varicose How are veins, varicosethe veins and venoussymptoms, reflux diagnosed? conditions affecting women...and men of all ages. An experienced vascular specialist can make the diagnosis with techniques, allowoffor treatment history, physical examination and a Treatment greatly in a combination a medical Jeffreyoptions S. Gosin,have MD,improved FACS WITHOUT the need painful recent years. In spite of these advancements, painless vascular test for called a Doppler ultrasound (also known as surgery. One of the best, most many people mistakenly still believe that treat- a proven venoustreatments duplex scan.) Making the correct diagnosis is essential for venous reflux What are varicose veins? ment for this problem is difficult, painful, and inisproperly treating this This condition. the Closure® Procedure. Varicose veins are swollen veins that simply considered “cosmetic.” Other people minimally invasive procedure is venous reflux treated? How are varicose veins and can be seen through the skin. They often performed right in the office in may experience leg pain and other symptoms Sometimes compression less stockings will be sufficient to control have a bulging, twisted appearance. than 30 minutes, with no incisions, but they don’t realize what is causing their and prevent complications. When procedures are needed, Some varicose veins may be very large symptoms minimal discomfort, and excellent condition. This article will answer some results. technology and techniques, allow for treatment WITHOUT and discolored. Others may be smaller. current common questions regarding varicose veins, the need for painful surgery. One of the best, most proven treatments They can occur anywhere on the legs, How long is the recovery Jeffrey S. Gosin, MD, FACS the associated symptoms, and treatment. for venous reflux is the Closure® Procedure, now referred to as Venefit™. including the groin area.

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You May Ask What Can My Skin Tell Me About My Heart Health? By Lisa Ledden

Your skin can warn you about possible heart and circulatory disease. Pay attention to your largest organ, the skin, which may indicate problems with the heart or circulatory system. Do you notice swelling in your feet and lower legs (called edema)? It may be telling you your heart function is not working properly. Dermatologists often treat a condition called stasis dermatitis caused by fluid in the lower legs. The skin may become discolored, thickened and is occasionally itchy. Is there a blue or purple color on your skin? This is called cyanosis. Cyanosis is a sign blood isn’t getting enough oxygen or there is a blockage in a blood vessel. This could be due to inadequate heart function, extreme cold, or a pooling of blood in the veins. If you notice clusters of waxy bumps that appear suddenly, this could indicate cholesterol deposits (called xanthelasma). This is often triggered by hyperlipidemia (elevated fats in the blood), thyroid dysfunction, or diabetes. If your nails curve downward at the ends (clubbing), this could indicate heart or lung disease. This indicates chronically low blood levels of oxygen. Pay attention to your largest organ, the skin, and schedule an appointment with your doctor for further evaluation.

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Happy New Year Wishing you and your family a happy and prosperous New Year in 2021! “Year’s end is neither an end nor a beginning, but a ‘going on’, with all the wisdom that experience can instill in us. Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.”

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“Each New Year, we have before us a brand new book containing 365 blank pages. forgotten things from last year—the words we forgot to say, the love we forgot to show, and the charity we forgot to offer.”

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“We spend January 1st walking through our lives, room by room, drawing up a list of work to be done, cracks to be patched. Maybe this year, to balance the list, we ought to walk through the rooms of our lives... not potential.”

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January/February 2021

Pediatric Services Reliance Medical Group: Telemedicine for Kids

There is no doubt that the global pandemic has altered almost every aspect of how we live and work. Children of all ages have had their lives altered and been forced to pivot in their daily lives. Whether that means starting an all-virtual school routine, or missing out on important milestones like proms and birthday celebrations; everyone’s lives have been affected.

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One area that has changed drastically is the world of medicine. Now more than ever the use of telemedicine is imperative for countless reasons. Once considered a “disruptive technology,” telemedicine has the benefit of cutting costs and offering incredible convenience and safety. Because of COVID-19, there is a huge uptick in patients and physicians wanting to connect via remote healthcare. While still evolving, telemedicine is a model that fosters doctor-patient and doctor – doctor communication via telecom technologies. Thanks to the powers of technology, you (or your children) can receive expert advice or receive a medical diagnosis without ever leaving your home. In fact, some recent studies have shown that telehealth companies have reported up to 250-700% increase in patient visits. Telemedicine can include a myriad of disciplines including teledentistry, telepsychiatry, and teledermatology. There are also various remote monitoring apps that can send patients health data to providers in real time. You can do a live video or audio consultation. Because of the pandemic, many states have lifted the barriers for delivering health care over the state’s border for properly licensed providers. So essentially, any doctor that is licensed to serve in a particular state can also assist with delivering care in other states by using telemedicine software. Another benefit of this technology is that doctors can use it to meet with patients who live in rural areas or places that specialized care would usually require travelling hundreds of miles. For children who have anxiety about a doctor’s visit, telemedicine offers the best of both worlds. The days of “going to the doctor” and the fear that would conjure up could be a thing of the past. Besides the obvious convenience factor, there are also cost benefits associated with telemedicine. Another benefit is that your child is not a risk of catching (or spreading) any illness in the waiting room. Patient portals allow for easy follow up with your doctor and in some cases your child can be diagnosed right away. For children with special needs, telemedicine is a valuable tool. Special health care needs can include children with autism, cerebral palsy, or any developmental delays. Although many of these professionals depend on interactive play and other kinds of play therapy for their treatment plan, seeing patients in their own homes and comfortable in their environments has proven to be quite beneficial. While virtual visits definitely lack the intimacy these therapists are used too, the tradeoff is that children can be less guarded and more apt to open up when in their own homes. Learning how to pivot when in the throes of a pandemic is something all health care professionals and parents around the world have had to do. During this time it is critical to try your best to maintain healthy routines for your children. Routines create a sense of order in this highly uncertain time. Keep them predictable but also flexible enough to address everyone’s needs. If you have any concerns over your child’s emotional or physical health be sure and reach out to your pediatrician to learn other ways to manage stress.

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Why Is Body In Balance Rehabilitation So Fabulous? Written by Eleanor Hagan

Mia Marchisello, CCCSLP, is an ASHA certified and

NJ licensed Speech-Language Pathologist at Body in Balance. She designs and provides excellent in-office and telehealth therapeutic services to clients of varying ages and disorders. Mia’s practice at Body in Balance includes treating children for language and processing disorders ages 8 through 17 years old and speech sound disorders for ages 3 through 21 years old. She primarily specializes in speech, language, cognitive-communication, voice and swallowing disorders in adults and geriatrics who suffer from neurological conditions such as dementia, Alzheimer’s, and stroke. Mia is also an LSVT LOUD certified provider for patients with Parkinson’s disease and other voice disorders. Mia earned her master’s degree in Communication Disorders from Stockton University in 2018.

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Plantar Fasciitis Not Intense During Exercise

Pain from plantar fasciitis is usually not felt during exercise. However, the stress of running or other weight-bearing activity aggravates the inflammation, so your pain may be worse after your workout or the next morning. Running, jumping, high-impact aerobics, and dancing are particularly irritating to an inflamed plantar fascia.

Long-Term Dysfunction

Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation of the thick band of connective tissue that connects your toes to your heel. It helps absorb shock as you run or walk, but can become stretched or injured. When the plantar fascia becomes inflamed, you feel stabbing pain that’s worst in the morning and can interfere with daily activities, too. Those at greatest risk for developing plantar fasciitis are runners as well as those who are overweight or who wear unsupportive shoes. At Go Feet, Dr. Stuart W. Honick and his team of expert podiatrists are experienced with helping patients, in the Hammonton, Linwood, and Mays Landing communities in New Jersey, deal with the day-to-day pain of plantar fasciitis and offer treatments to help you heal.

Pain In The Heel

Plantar fasciitis is extremely painful. The sensations of stabbing in the heel are the most acute first thing in the morning, when you first stand up from a night of sleep. The pain is also evident when you’ve been immobile for a while and begin moving again, such as walking after long periods of sitting or standing. Stuart W. Honick, D.P.M., P.T. Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Diplomate American Board of Podiatric Surgery Board Certified In Foot Surgery

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If you ignore plantar fasciitis and don’t seek treatment from an expert like Dr. Honick, you risk long-term complications. You may change the way you walk or run in an effort to decrease pain, resulting in back, foot, knee, or hip problems. This may result in you altering your workouts or skipping them altogether, which can lead to weight gain and a diminished quality of life.

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Luckily, there are measures you can take to help your plantar fasciitis. Daily exercises that stretch the plantar fascia and Achilles tendon can help. Our team can also help you strengthen the lower leg muscles to better stabilize your ankle and heel. These exercises don’t take a lot of time, but are instrumental in your healing. Although you will come to our office for regular appointments, it’s important to also perform any appropriate exercises at home as well. If more intense physical therapy is required, we would be happy to refer you.

Wearing A Night Splint

Living with plantar fasciitis may involve wearing a night splint that puts your foot into a position that stretches your arch and calf as you sleep. The night splint helps discourage tightening of the plantar fascia and Achilles tendon, which aggravates pain.

Daily Orthotics

At Go Feet, you may be fit for custom orthotics to wear in your shoes – daily. These orthotics help improve foot placement and function, so you distribute pressure on your feet more evenly. A custom orthotic can also prevent the formation of heel spurs and bunions, a common side effect of plantar fasciitis. If you experience intense pain in your heel and suspect plantar fasciitis, consult Dr. Honick at Go Feet. The practice can help you alleviate immediate pain and work on a long-term solution. Call the office, or schedule your appointment online.

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Mothers in particular have been forced to deal with COVID-19, quarantine, on-line school learning and home schooling, civil unrest, and the uncertainty and stress that accompanies the world we now live in.

You have had to hold the family together through shortages of food and household items, and to comfort your loved ones and reassure them that they will be alright when our lives become more normal. You have had to explain to your children hand hygiene, social distancing and wearing a mask. The health and well-being of you and your family is of paramount concern. If you or your family members are suffering from any conditions regarding the face, mouth, and jaws, please know that our office is a safe, clean, and friendly environment for treatment. We have always adhered to the highest standards of asepsis and sterilization, a topic I have lectured on many times. We have changed our patient scheduling to allow for social distancing, and our office team members have always worn appropriate PPE to prevent transmission of diseases. We have continued these practices and have added further protective practices to enhance our safety. We are open every weekday and offer our full scope of services including injectable facial cosmetic enhancements, RevitaliZe dental implant solutions, wisdom tooth extractions, and treatment of children and adolescents for various oral and maxillofacial conditions with local, sedation, or general anesthesia options available. Please know that treatment is available for you and your family here in our modern, clean and friendly office where our number-one concern is your safety and comfort.

For more information, call 609-488-2325 or visit www.drbanksoms.com.

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1. In large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat. 2. Add KELLOGG’S RICE KRISPIES cereal. Stir until well coated. 3 tablespoons butter or margarine 3. Using buttered spatula or wax paper, evenly press mixture into 15 x 10 x 1-inch pan coated with cooking spray. Cool slightly. Using 1 package JET-PUFFED Marshmallows cookie cutters coated with cooking spray cut into X and O shapes. Decorate with frosting and/or candies. Best if served the same day. 6 cups Kellogg’s® Rice Krispies® cereal Microwave Directions: In microwave-safe bowl heat butter and marshmallows on HIGH for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Stir Canned frosting or decorating gel until smooth. Follow steps 2 and 3 above. Microwave cooking times may vary. Food coloring Note: For best results, use fresh marshmallows. 1 jar (7 oz.) marshmallow crème can be substituted for marshmallows. Diet, reduced Assorted candies calorie or tub margarine is not recommended. Store no more than two days at room temperature in airtight container. To freeze, place in layers separated by wax paper in airtight container. Freeze for up to 6 weeks. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.

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Start 2021 By Taking Care Of Yourself! Out with the old and in with the new, as the saying goes. The year of 2020 will soon be a memory, and 2021 has come. It is now time to look back at this past year and ponder our life’s events. What did we do, didn’t we do? It’s time for a “New Year’s resolution”! This year should be about you and your health. The recommendations and guidelines are clear. All women over the age of 21 should have an annual gynecological exam. This is considered routine, and it is independent of sexual activity. I continue to recommend that women perform monthly self-breast exams (SBE). A woman should start her SBE when mature enough to perform such an exam or by the age of 21. There are several different ways to perform an SBE. Each differs in technique, but all are equally effective. If you are not aware of how to do an SBE, we can instruct you in the office. You can also visit sites like the American Cancer Society or Web MD, which are helpful. Doing the exam empowers women to take charge of their health care and allows them to become familiar with the breast tissue. Knowing the feel of the breast tissue will help one distinguish what has been there, what is new, what may be abnormal, etc. Concerns regarding your SBE should be referred to your gynecologist for prompt evaluation.

Annual gynecological exams should consist of a review of medical and surgical history, medication history, sexual history, menstrual, STD, and urologic history. It would also include the examination of the breasts and abdomen, genital, and vaginal areas. I also examine the patient’s social and marital history. An important part of this exam is the psycho-social aspect of women’s health care. I try to provide an open and free-flowing environment that allows a patient to discuss other issues and aspects of her life. The annual exam allows the time to listen and provide the care each woman deserves. Annual pap screening is recommended to begin at age 21, independent of sexual activity. The pap is done with the annual gynecological exam.

For all women ages 21 to 25, testing for gonorrhea and chlamydia are part of the exam. In this age group, education is a key component of the visit. I try to really discuss with each young woman the issues of pregnancy prevention, STD protection and prevention, available human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccinations, and

an awareness of her body. There may be many other psycho-social issues that surface during this time. Talking about sex in particular may be hard and uncomfortable for a mom or dad to do or for a girl to hear. But nonetheless it is very important. It may be easier to hear it from her doctor. These topics are very important for women in this stage of their lives. I always welcome and encourage women younger than 21 to have a visit with me prior to that age. Ideally, somewhere between 13 and 15 years old is a good starting point. At this visit, a young woman is introduced to the idea and concepts of a gynecologist and the care provided. I keep it upbeat and positive, and base the conversation and details on the level of maturity of each individual. I try not to scare or overwhelm them on their first visit.

Women 30 and above should have HPV testing done with their pap.

I review routine health and screening recommendations. I also take a family cancer history to attempt to identify patients who are at increased risk of breast, ovarian, uterine or colorectal cancers. If patients are identified, I then review available testing for genetically linked cancers of those areas, many of which can be performed in our office. At 35 to 39, I recommend a baseline mammogram. This allows the radiologist a reference to compare future mammograms, which should begin annually at age 40. I also screen women for HIV and vitamin D deficiency. It is recommended for all women ages 13 to 64 to have annual HIV testing, independent of risk factors. This is to identify asymptomatic HIV-positive persons. Annual vitamin D testing is done since low levels have been associated with an increased risk of colon and breast cancers. Testing allows me to identify, educate and potentially prescribe certain supplements. As an aside, the recommended daily requirement for vitamin D is 800 IU. This is available over the counter as vitamin D or D3. I generally recommend the vitamin D3.

For women ages 65 and older (or younger with certain risk factors), a bone or DEXA scan is recommended to diagnose osteopenia and osteoporosis. Early detection leads to early intervention and the hope of avoiding

fractures related to thin bones. As a woman, you’re probably the general or commander-in-chief of your home. There is a tremendous amount of work you do to run a smooth operation. You take care of everyone else first. Realize that you need to take care of you! You need to stay healthy to do all that you do. We at Advanced Care are here to guide you and help you on your life’s journey.

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Bringing New Life Into The World With Advanced Care OB/GYN Dr. Carfango and his staff at Advanced Care OB/GYN provide quality, compassionate healthcare for all stages of a woman’s life. Their philosophy focuses on a comprehensive wellness approach and manages each woman’s health care with that in mind. Dr. Carfango adds, “We seek to provide our patients comfort and satisfaction by establishing patient focused, family friendly environment.” Their dedication to excellence in care during pregnancy, labor and delivery means they will keep you surrounded by the best medical team available in the region. During your pregnancy they will closely monitor your progress and ensure the best possible quality of care. He adds, “I have the privilege of providing women with medical care during their pregnancy, delivering babies, performing surgeries like Hysterectomies and Cesarean sections. I take care of women from menarche (start of periods) all the way through menopause.”

ACW: How did you become involved in the field of Obstetrics?

Dr. Carfagno: As a medical student I was able to experience and learn about all of the different types of medical specialties. I was drawn to OB/GYN because it combined medicine and surgery. Each delivery was different and that was exciting to me.

ACW: What is the most rewarding part about your profession? Dr. Carfagno: The most rewarding part about my role is the delivering of new life into the world. It makes me a part of one of life’s most memorable events.

ACW: What is the most challenging part?

Dr. Carfagno: It can be challenging to balance the demands of taking care of my patients twenty-four hours a day and balancing my own family life. Making time for my wife and children, while being there for my patients can get tricky.

ACW: What sets your practice apart from others like it?

Dr. Carfagno: Advanced Care OB/ GYN was “conceived” to care for people and make the patient number one. Providing personalized care for all stages

of a women’s life is our goal. Unlike larger practices with multiple providers, our patients know who will be taking care of them. It allows the patient to get to know their doctor and the doctor can get to really know their patient. Dr. Carfango was born in Philadelphia and received his medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic medicine. He later completed his OB/GYN residency there as well. Later, he relocated to Atlantic County and married “the girl of his dreams.” He and his wife Dana reside in Linwood and have three wonderful children. His children, ages 17, 15 and 12 are all very active in local sports. When Dr. Carfagno is not in the delivery room, he can be found cheering on his children in their respective sports. Advanced Care offers a large selection of prenatal services for pregnant women from routine care for the healthy mother, to the most sophisticated care for the complicated pregnancy. Their providers work together with maternal fetal medicine specialists who can perform a wide range of testing for any need.

To schedule an appointment, call 609-272-0506 or visit www.advancedcareobgyn.com.

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Catastrophic injuries turn someone’s life completely upside down and The idea was for the child to put the shape our firm will do what it takes to ensure that we do everything we possibly can to What through shouldthe I do? appropriate hole. make sure that justice is served. Here are some examples of what our firm does I’llInever that moment. Massi Unfortunately, Iwas haveforget seen scenarios like this many times. Don’t let this happen to born to be a trial lawyer! My father, Paul R. D’Amato, has when you hire us: Children’s Holiday had been in the therapy for Party two months • An inspection of the scene should be done as soon as possible. We hire qualified ou! IfThe you have selected Limited been representing injured victims as a plaintiffs’ personal injury attorney for 45 licensed investigators to photograph and videotape the scene. working on putting the shape into the usually magician, years andauto Iaam honored togames, be his law partner. 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Here is a short list of things we request: • Every relevant medical record and diagnostic testing film from before and after appreciative and their smiles and many I.questions Privacyabout our family’s future, and while we are blessed to have many friendsthe incident; laughter fill everyone’s heart with and family thatthe loveD’Amato dearly and were it was hardand to find anybody For over 40 Law Firmincredibly has beensupportive, representing people years, I consider itus an honor to represent catastrophically injured victims • Prescription records; happiness andfamilies. gratitude. To be able who could truly relate what we wereingoing through. and I intend to prove their Thetotrust they have us is unwavering, • We look at your public social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram and who have every been single injured. Ifthat youtrust haveis been seriously injured in a motor timeFACES well placed. 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Financial Management

Emotional Investing “Only when you combine sound intellect with emotional discipline do you get rational behavior.” - Warren Buffet We like to think that since the advent of modern portfolio management practices, investing in stocks and bonds has become a cerebral, analytical process with no room for emotion. The truth is that most investors, even institutional investors, are buffeted (no Pun intended) by emotional turbulence from time to time, and that truth is reflected in the volatility of the financial markets. But if a little emotionalism when it comes to investments is unavoidable, too much emotion can be hazardous to your wealth. Here are four symptoms of problem emotions, financial behavior that is inconsistent with sound investment practice. • Fear of loss. Investors are generally motivated by fear or by greed. Behavioral scientists have learned that, for many people, the pain of loss is larger than the sense of satisfaction from a gain of the same size. Similarly, some investors will accept larger risks in order to avoid a loss than they will in seeking a gain. Taken to an extreme, fear of loss leads to investment paralysis. An excessively risk-averse investor may park funds in ultra-safe, low-yielding bank deposits or short-term Treasury securities until a decision is made, accepting long periods of low returns. Or winning investments may be sold off too quickly in an attempt to lock in gains, while losing investments manage to stay in the portfolio indefinitely. • Following the herd. It’s difficult to be a contrarian, to find value that everyone else has overlooked. Many people find it easier to go with the crowd, to own the current hot stock or hot mutual fund. At least that way, if the investment does poorly, one has plenty of fellow sufferers with whom to commiserate. But when “crowd” is defined as one’s family and friends, the crowd’s investment goals may be very different from one’s own. • Hair-trigger reflexes. Markets move on news. In many cases, the first market response is an overreaction, either to the up side or to the down. Sometimes “news” is only new to the general public, and it’s already been reflected in the share price through trading

by those with greater knowledge. The true importance of any news event can only be discerned over the longer-term. Generally, it’s better to watch the market react to news than to be a part of the reaction. Remember that market dips may present the best buying opportunities but they’re also the toughest times, emotionally, for making a commitment to an investment. • Betting only on winners. Some 85% of the new money going into domestic equity mutual funds goes to funds with Morningstar ratings of four or five stars, according to one estimate. This may be one reason that the government requires this disclosure for investment products: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. The disclosure is required because it is true. High returns are usually accompanied by high risks; ultimately, those risks may undermine performance. Abnormal returns, whether they are high or low, tend to return to the average in the long run. Investing on the basis of the very highest recent returns runs a significant risk of getting in at the top of the price cycle, with a strong chance for disappointment. To avoid impulsive decisions that may be tainted with emotion, one needs an investment plan. The best way to moderate the impact of stock and bond volatility in difficult markets is to own some of each. Assets do not move up down in lockstep. When stocks rise, bonds may fall. Or at other times, bonds also may rise when stocks do. The movements of each asset class can be mathematically correlated to the movements of the other classes. Portfolio optimization involves the application of these relationships to the investor’s holdings. Expected returns need to be linked to the investor’s time horizon. Longer time horizons give the investor more time to recover from bad years, more chances to be in the market for good years. We like to say it is time not timing that is most important when developing a portfolio for a client.

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Health & Wellness Why Worry

Heidi Farber Worry is our basic human need to fret over things. Buddhists acknowledge this universal expression of our anxiety or uneasiness in our lives. We are not called upon to deny the world or escape from it. Instead, we make peace with all that is. Root yourself in faith no matter what conditions you find yourself in at the present moment. It is this great faith that grounds us like an unmovable tree even in the face of the strongest gale. How do we find steadiness in the midst of it all? For Buddhists, the practice of taking refuge is trusting in the three treasures: the Buddha, the Dharma and the Sangha. That unwavering belief in Buddha, his teachings and community, ensures that our practice moves forward in realizing our true nature. We all have the capacity to be awakened beings. This state of being is within us all. Discovering the Buddha within takes determination and a great resolve. When deep faith and unbounded practice are present, we are face to face with our original selves. For many practitioners, the mala beads are a tangible way to engage in an ancient tradition. Picking up the 108 beads allows us to touch an age-old practice. Wearing the mala beads is an effective way of calming the mind and body. Running the hands over each bead in a repetitive way engages the user in a way that soothes. This wordless message is, “Don’t worry about things; worry about the fact that you are worried all the time and address the root of that.” The mala is the teaching itself. The act of a Buddhist monk putting on his/her robe and mala beads is akin to clothing oneself in the truth of the Buddha. Oftentimes practitioners would recite a mantra or chant, “I take refuge in the Buddha, I take refuge in the Dharma, I take refuge in the Sangha.” Namu Amida Butsu is a heartfelt recitation that praises the Buddha’s love and light. Saying Nembutsu sets the minds of those who practice it directly in the presence of the Amida Buddha. It means to think of Buddha. When you are mindful of the Buddha, the Buddha is mindful of you. So it is best not to worry. Buddha will hear you wherever you are, in whatever condition you find yourself. Mala are our delusions. There are six kinds of delusions experienced through the senses. We know them through our eyes, ears, nose, tongue,

mind and body and perceive them in the past, present and future. Sensing them with the two conditions of the heart (pure and impure) adds another dimension as well as with the mind (likes, dislikes and indifference). When multiplied together, we have the 108 mala, which is our source of worry. The Buddhists must care for them as if they were a precious robe or sutra. The string of mala beads contains a guru bead, which is returned to each time you circle around in one direction and then backwards in the other. It is the teacher and the teaching that keep us coming back with every cycle we pray. There is no beginning or end to our delusions as they are inexhaustible. But we vow to vanquish them all. Living in this realm of delusion, we can never arrive in the Buddha’s state of enlightenment. But we still strive to reach it, ending on the threshold of Buddhahood, only to begin again. It is not a fatalistic practice. We receive the teachings of the Buddha with every mala that we say. There is deep wisdom in this simple ritual, as we live in peace in this imperfect world. For every moment of delusion, every act of greed, folly or confusion, there is Amida right beside us, embracing us as we are. Whether we pick up the mala or join our palms together, this is an act of simple faith. All is taken care of and the Buddha embraces us on the spot. Walk like the Buddha, even in the most difficult situation. The Buddha is in you. Have faith in the Buddha within. Take a step for peace and the happiness of all humankind. Take breaths in harmony with your steps and the mind becomes at ease. Each step reinforces your joy and allows for the calm energy of the Buddha to flow through you. Keep that relaxed smile on your lips. Enjoy each step, walking not to arrive but to be present and mindful of everything along the way. There is no strain or struggle. It is without effort and attainment. This is freedom from worry and expectations. Everyone can do it.

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The 3 C’s: Covid, Custody & Co-Parenting By Marla Marinucci, Esq.

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No doubt these are unprecedented times. Between the Covid-19 pandemic, the upcoming election, recent crazy weather events (a tornado touched down in Ocean City a few days ago), and a slew of other strange events, it has been difficult to find a silver lining in anything recently. I have always tried to find at least one positive aspect in everything, regardless of how negative a situation is. For example, as family law attorneys, something we have been wanting for years has been the ability to file documents electronically. Other courts and divisions have had electronic filing for many years, but not in the family part. Thanks to the pandemic, we now have electronic filing, and it is awesome. It has made life so much easier, and for the most part has had the effect of expediting things. Additionally, while I was initially not a big fan of having court appearances done via Zoom or other digital platform, I cannot imagine ever going back to having all in-person court hearings and am enjoying not paying $10 to park every time I have court in Atlantic City. I also cannot remember the last time I wore a suit, which has been another huge plus. Granted, in no way do I believe that this pandemic has been a good thing. The point I am trying to make is that out of bad, can come good. Let’s talk about custody and the effects Covid-19 is having on coparenting. Take, for example, the Governor’s order to close all schools starting in mid-March. I was so thrilled to learn of many situations of parents (divorced or just not together anymore) who successfully, and without court intervention, co-parented with each other to modify parenting time in light of the new normal: remote learning. In nearly every case of this kind that I heard about where the parents worked things out themselves, the noncustodial parent’s time increased substantially. No doubt there were plenty of cases that had the opposite result whereby one party used the pandemic as a shield in an attempt to prevent the other party from having any parenting time at all. However, I found that such a tactic was immediately shut down by the Court absent certain unique circumstances that warranted a suspension of parenting time to one party.

There are many cases that, due to distance (i.e., the parents reside in different states far apart), one parent is not able to enjoy much parenting time during the school year because it’s either too expensive (requires plane tickets) or there are not enough school breaks to warrant parenting time beyond Christmas break, spring break, and the summer. Even if an agreement states that one party is entitled to all three-day weekends during the school year, that is hardly enough time for anyone, nor is it fair to the child, because if it involves flying, there will be substantial time spent in the airport on two of the three days, and it’s just plain exhausting. With Covid-19 and the advent of remote learning, now is the time for the non-custodial parent, who rarely gets to see their child/children during the school year due to geography, to enjoy more parenting time. This applies to parents who live near each other as well. From what I have gleaned online, most school districts nationwide are offering a few different options for the 2020-2021 school year, including a hybrid schedule that involves a combination of in-person learning and remote learning, as well as an all-remote-learning option. As of the time of this writing, it appears possible that the Governor in New Jersey could once again order that schools in New Jersey close again out of safety precautions for the staff and the students. Assuming there are no parental fitness issues involved, and the pre-pandemic parenting schedule was determined based on each party’s work schedules at the time, and of course the child actually attending school, if one or both parents are now working from home, AND your child’s school is either one that involves two or three days of remote learning and two or three days of in-person learning, or all-remote learning, now is the time to flex those atrophied co-parenting muscles and take advantage of these unprecedented times. It is the child’s right to spend as much time as possible with both parents. More often than not, one parent spends far too much time and energy limiting the other parent’s time with the child for reasons that have nothing to do with the safety of the child, and for the most part are founded in spitefulness. Remote learning can be done anywhere, near and far. A child who lives with Mom and attends school in New Jersey and whose school has implemented an all-remote learning plan can follow that same plan with Dad, who lives in California, and with whom the child may not spend a lot of time due to distance and school. Temporarily modifying a parenting plan does not require a court order provided both parties agree. This is what co-parenting is all about.

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Affairs Of The Heart By Charles E. Meusburger, MD, FASAM

The heart in Greek Mythology has been proclaimed as the seat of affection, emotion and even of the soul. The Greeks had far too much time on their hands and thought about everything. The heart is also the site anatomically responsible for life itself. It’s power, prowess and regularity allow all of us this precious gift. As an organ, it’s not the most sophisticated. The brain and the kidney are far more complex, subtle and influential; however, the heart rules. You have two kidneys. You can survive, albeit not very well, if you’re brain dead, but not if your pump fails. Cardiovascular disease has been the leading cause of death in the United States and in the world for decades despite raised awareness and better treatments. Its lost this dubious and ominous distinction recently to COVID-19 as the leading cause of death. There are a great many factors and vectors that may converge on this important life-essential little muscle; things ranging from genetics, life style, poverty, exercise, diet, location, other diseases, viruses, substance abuse, toxins, and yes—psychiatric disorders. Some examples of psychiatric disorders that may impact heart health are: depression, PTSD, all the anxiety disorders, loss and grief, substance use disorders, and psychosis. Of course, that list is not all-inclusive, but they are among the more frequent culprits. Depression and anxiety disorders combined, are the two most significant and prevalent mental health disorders causing disabilities worldwide. An estimated nearly 600 million people suffer from these two disorders. And the siege of COVID-19 has definitively increased both of them exponentially. The stress or stressors that are the consequences of depression and anxiety alone

find their way to many physiological sites to wreck havoc, dysfunction, and even death. Stressors are commonly created by a human mind when we face challenges that fan preexisting fears. Defensively and unconsciously, we embellish them and add an extra layer of negative power to the challenges that morphs them into new serious threats until proven otherwise. All of this requires more and more defense against the semi-fabricated and expensive control to defend insidious and hypothetical “what ifs.” Psyche and soma are not separate ‘city states’ under differing governance, but rather two parts intimately and intricately connected to the same whole; each equally and reciprocally affecting the other for benefit or detriment. Stress or stressors eventually, if left unchecked, are clear and obvious threats to our physical homeostasis. Negative psychic forces will generally impact pre-existing physical sites that already have some degree of compromise. Most typically, assorted GI disturbances, exacerbated lower back pain, increased migraine or tension headaches, sleep alterations and yes, cardiac disease; for example: arrhythmias like A-fib, angina,

coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathies, endocarditis, mitral valve prolapse, pericarditis, myocardial infarction (MI-“heart attack”) and over time, CHF (Congestive Heart Failure). Another example of the negative effect of stress or stressors is if a person has a major cardiac intervention, like a cardiac bypass or transplant, and has pre-existing depression, they are more likely to have a 40% decrease in a positive outcome because there is increased morbidity and mortality in such cases. Our hearts serve poetically as the repository of love, affection, compassion and warmth. It is also the physiological engine that electrically pumps our life’s oxygen rich fuel source throughout our bodies’ vast circulatory highway. Clearly, it’s more than essential to protect and preserve the heart’s good health and function. Hence, to that end, a healthy mind will facilitate and support a healthier heart. In order to protect and preserve the integrity of our hearts, eliminate ‘toxicity’ as much as possible, such as toxic people, things and places. Prevention, as in almost all noxious scenarios, is far better and efficient than repair or rescue. Hence, repetition and reinforcement for heart health is always in order. First, EXERCISE, EXERCISE, EXERCISE! Human well-being is in large measure achievable by fulfilling our internal designs, for instance, move the body and stimulate the mind for growth; explore, don’t settle; seek self-modulation and balance; treat any significant psychiatric issue as soon as possible to remission; take nothing for granted, especially your health. We all seek to be “connected.” We are the master species according to some theorists, but our fragility is pervasive and our needs, endless. Be kind to yourself and extend some empathy to others and watch and feel your heart beat well and a little longer and more enriched into that ‘goodnight.’

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multiple situations at once. I am here to listen, validate what you are experiencing, discuss possible solutions, and hold space with you. Having worked in an agency setting as well as the school system has allowed me to develop a wide variety of methods for reaching people who are hurting or simply want to sort things out. Through the use of a pointer and a strong relationship, Christine and the client use the natural gaze to incorporate Brainspotting into the therapeutic session.

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Denise Raymond, RN Director of Nursing Recently promoted to director of nursing, Denise came to Journey with 27 years of healthcare experience in Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland Counties. She began her career in social work, and then continued her education to become a registered nurse. She served for nearly 18 years working in assisted living and in admissions and marketing.

Kara Brown On-call Nurse Kara joined the Journey Hospice team in 2019 as an on-call nurse. Prior to joining the hospice team, she worked several years in the emergency department and surgical services. Her primary focus is assisting patients and families in any after-hour needs.

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Donna Bingenheimer, BSN, RN, LMT, CCAP Case Manager and Licensed Massage Therapist As a registered nurse for 38 years now, Donna has dedicated her focus to incorporating complementary and alternative medicine modalities into the care of her patients at Journey Hospice. She has integrated holistic nursing such as therapeutic touch, aromatherapy, and massage into her patients’ plan of care, creating positive effects.

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Danielle is a compassionate registered nurse with many background specialties. She earned her first degree at Atlantic Cape Community College with high honors and followed with her baccalaureate degree in nursing at Fairleigh Dickinson University. She joined Journey Hospice in 2019. Prior to joining Journey Hospice she had experiences in intensive care, dialysis and vascular surgery centers.

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Resolve To Be The Best You – Healthy: You Living Well In 2021 Dr. Nina’s How To Live Your Best Life What I really want to ask is, as you step into your new year: “Are you making a commitment to your health this year?” As a medical physician, my driving passion is to touch lives and make a difference through medical practice and communications – to help you be your best possible you…living healthy and in wellness. I know you want that too. The question is, are you committed to it? Every day? According to dictionaries, the word ‘commitment’ is the state or quality of being dedicated to a cause, activity, relationship or anything else. Bottom line, you want to be healthy in 2021? It’s possible – if you make a commitment to it.

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Commitment to Your Health and Wellness

Your Health Starts Here – Your Commitment: Above all, making a commitment to yourself to be healthy takes just that – commitment!! You can be as educated on weight loss, nutrition, hydration, sleep, stress relief, active lifestyles as you’d like, but unless you make a commitment to being healthy and making good choices, you won’t be able to accomplish your goals and reach your optimal health. It’s a Journey: Your commitment to your health means understanding that it’s a journey that begins with a single step, each day. It means understanding that a lasting commitment is more than a week or a month or any secret, magical number of days. (It’s actually even more than a year. It’s plural. It’s years.) In 2021, each day, commit to take your health to the next level, no matter your age. And avoid quick fixes (that one key object – supplement, shake, formula – that claims it will magically transform your life). A lasting commitment is comprised of small steps leading to milestones that you will overcome and attain healthy results.

Understand: Educating yourself (or in some cases re-educating yourself ) in each area of the 7 Touchstones is important. There are countless wives’ tales and myths in the atmosphere. You’d be surprised how medical science has moved on from yesterday’s advice. By taking the time to properly educate yourself on food nutrition, sleep hygiene, stress management, relaxation tips, hydration, etc., you’ll be much better able to choose efforts (and develop habits) that are right for your health. • Also, be specific. Look again at what the “7 Touchstones of Good Health.” Saying, “I want to be healthy” is vague and difficult to achieve. Or another example is “I want to get quality sleep.” Instead, define precisely what you need for that Sleep Touchstone (quieter environment? new pillow?). Read and educate yourself as you grow in your knowledge about each of the areas. This will help you to make wise decisions. • Write it down and speak it out, regularly. Thinking about or wishing for something is very different than speaking it out and writing it down. When you write it or say it, this helps to bring it to life. It helps to make it real and less likely to be forgotten. • Build trusted support. Invite your trusted tribe to achieve better health goals with you. • Living in the moment. Mindful living is your commitment to the daily practice of being mindful of your decisions, choices and actions – as well as being mindful of your heart meditations. Well-being comes as much from how you approach experiences – how you choose to see and work with (frame) them – as it does from what’s going on around you and what actions you take. Learning how to live healthy in each of the 7 Touchstones of Good Health® can take some time, but it can be a very rewarding experience (and as you grow in your understandings, it gets easier). It starts with your commitment.

Your Plan – Making Smart, Healthy Choices: For your best mental, physical and spiritual health and overall well-being,

your commitment is about your dedication to making good choices when it comes to you: 1.) getting quality sleep and rest; 2.) following a solid nutrition plan (including hydration); 3.) maintaining exercise and mental activities; 4.) managing stress; 5.) having healthy core relationships (including with medical health professionals you trust); 6.) avoiding/stopping/steering clear of risky behaviors and quick fixes; 7.) establishing/maintaining healthy disciplines and boundaries.

Nina Radcliff, M.D.,

is a practicing physician and a Board Certified Anesthesiologist. Often called upon by media to speak to medical health topics impacting our lives today, Dr. Nina is passionate about sharing truths for healthy, balanced living as well as wide preventative measures.

This article is for general information only and should not be used for the diagnosis or treatment of medical conditions and cannot substitute for the advice from your medical professional. Dr. Nina has used all reasonable care in compiling the current information but it may not apply to you and your symptoms. Always consult a doctor or other health care professional for diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.

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31 Health & Wellness Close To 25 Percent Of VA Patients Have Diabetes

Helpful Tips From Reliance Medial Group

Written By Barbara Greenling, DNP, MSN, APN-C

American Veterans — Time to Take Action

Nearly one in four Veterans receiving care from VA has diabetes. This is partly attributable to the older average age of Veterans compared to the general US population. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that nearly 26 million people, or about 8 percent of the US population, have diabetes. That includes about 11 million persons 65 and older, or about 27 percent of seniors. In the United States, about one-in-four persons with diabetes are not aware that they have the condition. While exact numbers are not available, it is likely that the number is lower for Veterans receiving regular VA primary care. However, many Veterans of all ages are at risk for diabetes because of the high rate of obesity and those who are overweight, estimated at over 70 percent of Veterans receiving VA care.

“About one-in-four persons with diabetes are not aware that they have the condition.” Weight Loss and Physical Activity

An individual does not have to achieve drastic weight loss. Losing about five percent of one’s weight will help. In recent studies, a weight loss and exercise program was more effective than medication in both younger and older individuals. The medication was not effective in persons older than 60. The VA’s MOVE! Weight Management Program is available to all Veterans who are overweight or obese and for whom weight management is appropriate. It supports Veterans in developing plans that work for them to lose or maintain weight through balanced diet, physical activity, and behavior change approaches.

For the MOVE! program to be tailored to the individual’s needs, the Veteran can complete a 23 item questionnaire. More information is available at www.move.VA.gov. MOVE! is available in multiple convenient formats including group sessions, telephone-based care, and a new home messaging program called TeleMOVE! which uses the telephone line, provides daily support, and is interfaced with a scale for weekly home weigh-ins. Talk with your Primary Care Team about MOVE! Although the focus is to identify individuals at higher risk for developing diabetes, it is important to remind persons who already have diabetes of the importance of weight loss and physical activity in managing diabetes. Additionally, persons with diabetes or at risk for diabetes should manage other conditions, such as hypertension or high lipid levels, appropriately, and if they have diabetes, they should be screened at regular intervals for early signs of kidney, foot or eye conditions.

Diabetes and Agent Orange

Diabetes mellitus type 2 is one of the diseases VA presumes is associated with exposure to herbicides, such as Agent Orange. Veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange do not have to prove a connection between their type 2 diabetes mellitus and military service to be eligible for VA benefits. Healthy eating habits and exercise can help prevent this chronic disease. Visit the Agent Orange homepage to learn more about Agent Orange and VA benefits. The American Diabetes Association provides an online Diabetes Risk Test.

Other sources for important information include:

National Institutes of Health (NIH) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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About the Practitioner Barbara was born in Trenton, eventually settling in Atlantic County in 2005 while working on her medical degrees. Many years of diverse experience working in the medical field as she continued her education finally culminated in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree in 2013. She joined Reliance Medical Group in 2014 and now has her own practice in Egg Harbor Township, an accomplishment of which she takes immense pride. She is affiliated with Shore Medical Center. Barbara takes special interest in her community, with a practice focused on family, veterans and the trans-gender population. She personally has volunteered in the Wounded Warrior project since 2009, and donates her time and resources to the American Cancer Society and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Dr. Greenling also takes great pride in the level of care her office provides. It is a safe-haven office with a friendly and easy-going staff. They take all insurances, including Tri-Care for veterans. When Barbara is not practicing medicine, she enjoys golfing, gardening, entertaining and spending time with her family.

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Heart Disease: It Can Happen at Any Age

Heart disease doesn’t happen just to older adults. It is happening to younger adults more and more often. This is partly because the conditions that lead to heart disease are happening at younger ages. February is Heart Month, the perfect time to learn about your risk for heart disease and the steps you need to take now to help your heart. Heart disease—and the conditions that lead to it—can happen at any age. High rates of obesity and high blood pressure among younger people (ages 35-64) are putting them at risk for heart disease earlier in life. Half of all Americans have at least one of the top three risk factors for heart disease (high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and smoking). You Could Be at Risk Many of the conditions and behaviors that put people at risk for heart disease are appearing at younger ages: • High blood pressure. Millions of Americans of all ages have high blood pressure, including millions of people in their 40s and 50s. About half of people with high blood pressure don’t have it under control. Having uncontrolled high blood pressure is one of the biggest risks for heart disease and other harmful conditions, such as stroke. • High blood cholesterol. High cholesterol can increase the risk for heart disease. Having diabetes and obesity, smoking, eating unhealthy foods, and not getting enough physical activity can all contribute to unhealthy cholesterol levels. • Smoking. More than 37 million U.S. adults are current smokers, and thousands of young people start smoking each day. Smoking damages the blood vessels and can cause heart disease. On average, U.S. adults have hearts that are 7 years than they should be. Watch this video, and figure out your own “heart age” by taking this quiz.

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Other conditions and behaviors that affect your risk for heart disease include: • Obesity. Carrying extra weight puts stress on the heart. More than 1 in 3 Americans—and nearly 1 in 6 children ages 2 to 19— has obesity. • Diabetes. Diabetes causes sugar to build up in the blood. This can damage blood vessels and nerves that help control the heart muscle. Nearly 1 in 10 people in the United States has diabetes. • Physical inactivity. Staying physically active helps keep the heart and blood vessels healthy. Only 1 in 5 adults meets the physical activity guidelines of getting 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity. • Unhealthy eating patterns. Most Americans, including children, eat too much sodium (salt), which increases blood pressure. Replacing foods high in sodium with fresh fruits and vegetables can help lower blood pressure. But only 1 in 10 adults is getting enough fruits and vegetables each day. Diet high in trans-fat, saturated fat, and added sugar increases the risk factor for heart disease.

4 Ways to Take Control of Your Heart Health

You’re in the driver’s seat when it comes to your heart. Learn how to be heart healthy at any age. Don’t smoke. Smoking is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States. If you don’t smoke, don’t start. If you do smoke, learn how to quit. Manage conditions. Work with your health care team to manage conditions such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol. This includes taking any medicines you have been prescribed. Learn more about preventing and managing high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Make heart-healthy eating changes. Eat food low in trans-fat, saturated fat, added sugar and sodium. Try to fill at least half your plate with vegetables and fruits, and aim for low sodium options. Learn more about how to reduce sodium. Stay active. Get moving for at least 150 minutes per week. You can even break up the 30 minutes into 10-minute blocks. Learn more about how to get enough physical activity. Reference: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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Mind Your Heart . . . Heart-Healthy Often Means Mind-Healthy Following a healthy lifestyle can prevent a myriad of heart conditions and heart-related deaths. You are probably aware that heart disease is the leading cause of death for women and men in the U.S., but you may not know that there appears to be a significant correlation between heart health and brain health. That means that reducing risk factors for heart disease may very well reduce risk factors for cognitive decline and dementia. For those who are prepared to take positive steps, it’s a win-win situation. Many of the risk factors for heart disease are generally preventable: • High blood pressure • High cholesterol • Overweight and obesity • Pre-diabetes and diabetes • Smoking • Inactivity • Poor eating habits • Poor sleep quality • Chronic stress

Make Your Mind Work FOR You – Instead of Against You! Rhoda Kopy is a nationally certified consulting hypnotist and wellness coach, with specialty certification in complementary medical hypnotism. She earned a B.S. degree in Biomedical Communications from Richard Stockton College of N.J., has an academic background in nursing, and 20+ years’ experience in community health education and coaching. Rhoda adheres to strict ethical standards of the National Guild of Hypnotists.

Look at this list again, and you’ll notice there’s a common thread – lifestyle habits. By changing your unhealthy patterns, you improve your health and wellbeing. Choosing to stay stuck may carry a hefty price. Even if you’ve been caught up in unhealthy patterns for a long time, that doesn’t mean you’re doomed to stay stuck forever. With the right guidance, tools, and techniques, you are absolutely capable of changing. Using hypnosis and coaching can transport you from merely knowing what steps to take, to actually taking those steps. This approach is based on neuroscience – the study of how the mind works. The latest research

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Women Of Atlantic County

Robyn Cummings, APN, WHNP-BC Reliance Medical Group

Robyn is a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner. She is committed to advocating for the important role of the advanced practice nurse in health care. Robyn was born and raised in NJ. She began her nursing career 25 years ago. She relocated to Atlantic County in 2001, where she worked at Shore Medical Center. She worked in ICU and then in 2007 she transferred to the Maternal Child Health Unit. This began her journey to become a nurse practitioner in women’s health. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Delaware in 2011 and graduated with her Master of Science in Nursing with honors from Rutgers University in 2014. Robyn provides prenatal, postpartum, and gynecological care. Her special interests include treatment of PMS/ PMDD, menopausal symptoms, abnormal menstrual cycles, and recurrent vaginitis, as well as contraceptive counseling/HPV prevention in teens. Robyn is dedicated to making her patients feel comfortable and providing them with health education. She strives every day to establish long-term patient partnerships. She is currently accepting new patients at Reliance Medical Group Ob/Gyn in Somers Point (609) 653-1016, where she has been practicing since 2016.

Alexa D’Amato Barrera, Esq. Counselor at Law, D’Amato Law Firm Alexa is a Personal Injury attorney representing those injured in most types of accidents. Alexa received both the New Jersey State Bar Associations and the Atlantic County Bar Association’s Young Lawyer of the Year Award. Alexa has been recognized as a Top 40 under 40 in Atlantic County and as a top young lawyer by New Jersey Super Lawyers Rising Stars since 2008 and as a New Jersey Super Lawyer since 2013. Alexa has been a speaker and moderator for NJAJ and on the national level for AAJ. The New Jersey State Bar Association, NJESQ Magazine and the American Associate for Justice have published her writings. Alexa lives in Linwood with her husband, Alexander J. Barrera, Esquire, their three children, Paul (10), Massimo (9), and Rocco (7), their Goldendoodle Emme, and two cats, Mickey and Minnie. For more information, call 609-926-3300 or visit www.damatolawfirm.com.

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Jennifer Gallas

Julia Mastalski Owner, The Bra Boudoir Julia grew up in Egg Harbor Twp. She later attended college at Moore College of Art and Design, where she earned her BFA and discovered her love for lingerie. After college she moved back to NJ in 2012. She started working for The Bra Boudoir in Somers Point. That’s where she learned all about and fell in love with doing bra fittings. Getting to see the transformation from a woman coming in insecure and uncomfortable to leaving comfortable, confident and happy from receiving a great bra fitting gave Julia just what she was looking for in a career. It combines her love for lingerie, knowledge of garment construction, and being able to help people all in one awesome job. Julia worked for The Bra Boudoir for four more years down in Rio Grande and took over ownership in October 2017. She moved the store to her hometown on Main Street in historic Mays Landing, where it resides today. Providing everyone a comfortable place to get a bra fitting, great fitting bras as well as shape wear, lingerie, swimwear and solution accessories. For more information visit www.Brafittingsnewjersey.com or call 609-829-2867.

Physician Assistant, Advanced Care OB/GYN Jennifer Gallas-Balmer, Physician Assistant, was born and raised in Middlesex County and now resides in Egg Harbor Township with her husband, Thom, and their three young sons, Thomas, Jack, and Owen. She has been a resident of Atlantic County for over a decade after receiving her degree in Physician Assistant studies from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She has been a practicing physician assistant for the past 10 years and recently joined Advanced Care OB/GYN with Dr. Salvatore Carfagno, DO, to focus her practice on women’s health. Jennifer has always wanted to work in the health care field and finds it very rewarding to be a physician assistant. She enjoys providing care to her patients and promoting overall wellness. When not working, she is spending time with her family, traveling, and going to the beach. For more information, call (609) 272-0506 or (609) 927-2244 or visit www. advancedcareobgyn.com.

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Women Of Atlantic County Lisa Ledden

Stephanie Hopkins, CPC

Nurse Practitioner, Certified Dermatology

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Lisa Ledden has been a nurse practitioner specializing in dermatology since 1996. Before this, she had a broad background in civilian and military medicine. After graduating from the University of Massachusetts in 1985, she was awarded a military commission and accepted into a competitive internship with the U.S. Air Force. As an officer, she practiced trauma and emergency/critical care nursing and was part of a field medicine deployment team. She was awarded the Air Force Distinguished Service Medal in 1991. After seven years of service, Lisa left the military as a captain to pursue a civilian career. She accepted a position as nurse manager of the Heart Group of Oklahoma (the largest cardiac practice in central Oklahoma) and subsequently managed emergency services at Milford Memorial Hospital in Delaware while pursuing a master’s degree in nursing at Wilmington College in Georgetown, DE. At that time, she developed a special interest in dermatology. While continuing to practice in dermatology, she was an adjunct professor in the graduate program at Wilmington College. In 1998, she relocated to Michigan to practice dermatology and expanded her knowledge of cosmetic and surgical dermatology. Missing the East Coast, she then relocated to southern New Jersey, where she now practices with Certified Dermatology. For more information call 609-940-3100.

Stephanie was born and raised in Nazareth, PA and received a degree in Business Logistics from The Pennsylvania State University. After spending many years in Project Management and Consulting, working on both the vendor and user sides, Stephanie changed career paths and her Personal Chef Business, Cutting Board Creations, was born. Based in Sicklerville, Stephanie has clients all over South Jersey, covering Camden, Burlington and Atlantic Counties. A passion for cooking and long-term interest in health and nutrition made becoming a Personal Chef a natural fit for Stephanie. She is a graduate of the Culinary Business Academy, a Certified Personal Chef, past President of the South Jersey Chapter of Personal Chefs, a Premiere Member of the United States Personal Chef Association, Finalist for USPCA Chef of the Year and a Certified Food Safety Manager. “One of the most satisfying aspects of my job is preparing delicious, healthy meals for my clients and knowing that I am helping them to eat well” states Stephanie. Stephanie lives with her husband, Paul, and their dog, Pepper, in Sicklerville and enjoys cooking (of course!), reading, travel and running. For more information, call 609-841-8567 or visit www.cuttingboardcreations.com.

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Donna Bingenheimer, BSN, RN LMT CCAP Case Manager and Licensed Massage Therapist, Journey Hospice Donna became interested in holistic nursing while in nursing school when her pediatric instructor first introduced her to Therapeutic Touch. As a registered nurse for 37 years now, she has seen first-hand the positive effect complementary and alternative medicine modalities have had on her hospice care patients at Journey Hospice when integrated into their plan of care. Donna is also a licensed massage therapist and has practiced for 18 years after graduating from Seashore Healing Arts Center in Somers Point, NJ. She is also a Certified Clinical Aromatherapist, Reiki Master 3rd degree, and a Healing Touch Apprentice. She has co-authored an article in an international aromatherapy journal and has conducted workshops and classes teaching individuals about natural healing methods to support the body, mind and spirit to achieve relaxation, decrease pain, increase energy, and promote well-being, transformation and wholeness. For her own well-being, she finds that regular use of acupuncture, network chiropractic, massage, reflexology, yoga, eating organic foods, utilizing organic products and following divine guidance has helped her stay balanced and healthy. To learn more about holistic therapies offered through Journey Hospice, call (609) 380-4302 or visit www.journeyhospicenj.org.

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Erin Intessimoni,

Nurse Practitioner, Relievus

Erin Intessimoni is a Jersey girl. She was born and raised in Winslow Township. She is a current resident of Waterford Township, where she lives with her husband of 12 years and their two children. From a young age Erin felt very passionate about helping others. She became a registered nurse in 2003 and worked at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital for 10 years. While working she continued her education and obtained her master’s degree in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner. Erin presently works at Relievus pain management. She has worked for Relievus for five years. Working as a nurse practitioner in pain management has been very rewarding for Erin. Being able to help her patients have a better quality of life is her main goal. At Relievus she is able to work with a multi-disciplinary team in offering the most up-to-date procedures. Working for Relievus allows Erin to increase her patients’ productivity and self-worth, which is very valuable in pain management. When Erin is not working, she is spending time with her family. They enjoy going on road trips and outdoor activities. She and her husband recently built a new house and they are working on making it a home. For more information, call 1-888-985-2727 (ASAP) or visit www.Relievus.com. Photo by Donna Andrews Photography

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Atlantic County Animal Shelter Presents Dougal is a loyal 2 year old male who is looking for that special someone that will consider him to be a member of the family.

Mallory is a 2 year female whose sweetness and charm will appeal to every cat lover.

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ADOPT The incredible bond between people and their pets and the many benefits that pets bring to our lives is a celebration of how positively animals can influence our lives.

Pets not only provide their owners with companionship, but also with several health benefits. They may help lower blood pressure, heart rate and cholesterol levels and ease tension, anxiety and depression. When people come in contact with animals they tend to experience a general feeling of peace and wellbeing and are perceived as being more happy and healthy. Pet ownership increases the opportunity for exercise and socialization with other pet owners. The therapeutic value of animals for individuals in hospitals and nursing homes has also been documented. Children learn to be more nurturing and compassionate adults by being raised among animals. Taking guardianship of an animal that has been abandoned is a wonderful and fulfilling experience rewarded by unconditional love and companionship. Animal shelters and rescue groups appreciate the publicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s support, as do the many pets that are fortunate to find forever homes.

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Nina Braunwald: A Main Artery In The Surgical World Happy New Year! We all have been waiting for this moment with great anticipation. A chance for restored faith, renewed hope and new beginnings. Although many of you may not realize it and may even deny it, COVID-19 has made us quite resilient and resourceful. As we begin the new year and the winter months ahead, it is important to remain motivated Facebook.com. and energized. Structure, routine and consistency are what keep our blood flowing and our hearts pumping. February is National Heart Month and what better time to honor Dr. Nina Starr Braunwald, the first female to be certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery in 1963. Nina Starr was born on March 2, 1928 to Morris and Mary Starr in Brooklyn, New York. Nina attended public schools and had an early interest in working with her hands. Nina had an interest in art and medicine and began her post high school education at the Washington Square College of Arts and Sciences at New York University. Nina’s father was an influence in her life, sparking her interest in the medical field as he was a physician. Nina graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1949 and immediately transitioned into pursuing a medical degree from New York University’s College of Medicine. In 1952 Nina began an internship and residency at Bellevue Hospital in New York and would continue her work there as the first female surgeon on staff. Nina Starr married Eugene Braunwald, who was also her classmate in college and in medical school. Eugene specialized in the field of cardiology. Nina left her residency and completed a postdoctoral fellowship with a renowned cardiac surgeon from Georgetown University. Nina earned a Master’s degree in Surgery and decided to transfer to Georgetown to complete her residency requirements. During her residency, Nina took a great interest in the field of cardiac surgery. Nina embraced the challenges that came with the training and competition in the field of cardiac surgery. Nina is known to have received training from the chief of the Clinic of Surgery at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland (https://www.ncbi.nlm. nih.gov/pmc/articles/ PMC5408644). In 1965 Dr. Onih.pastperfectonline.com. Nina Braunwald was promoted to Deputy Chief of the Clinic. In 1968 Nina and Eugene Braunwald relocated to San Diego, California, after Eugene received a job offer. Nina obtained a position as an Associate Professor of Surgery. Nina would later go on to establish the cardiac surgical program at the University of San Diego, California. Dr. Nina Braunwald was not finished adding to her lists of “firsts.” After relocation back to the East Coast, Dr. Nina Braunwald became the first woman to join the surgical faculty at Harvard University in the late 1960s. At the time Dr. Nina was entering into the medical field, let alone as a cardiac surgeon, women were not afforded the same level of professionalism as men. However, Dr. Nina Braunwald kept the focus of her research on the patient, not the politics. Although modest about her career, through extensive research as a cardiac surgeon and with her mentors, Dr. Nina Braunwald developed the “bioprosthesis.” This was a prosthetic valve used to replace the mitral valve in the heart. Dr. Nina Braunwald not only designed the bioprosthesis, she fabricated it too. The first surgery was performed on a 44-year-old female. The significance of the mitral valve is that it regulates the blood flow from your lungs into your left heart ventricle, which is the main pumping chamber of your heart. Dr. Nina Braunwald continued to advance the prosthetic from a cloth-covered mechanical valve known as the “Braunwald-Cutter valve” to the stented aortic homograft, which utilized human tissue to treat chronic thromboembolic disease. Dr. Nina Braunwald was truly a female pioneer in the field of cardiac medicine. She was an incredibly talented cardiac thoracic surgeon who was also a researcher in a field that was dominated by men. Dr. Nina Braunwald had the ability to keep pace with “the boys” and continued to work through all of her pregnancies. It has been reported that she even returned to work just 10 days after delivering her children.

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Nina and Eugene Braunwald had three daughters. Nina worked hard to maintain a work/life balance. It is said that she would be a part of the morning routines with her daughters and be home for dinner in the evenings and bedtime. Remember in the 1960s there was no internet or the luxury of working from home, so any additional work that needed to be done after hours, Nina would return to the office after her children were in bed. Nina was known to always put family first. Sadly, Dr. Nina Braunwald departed this life at the young age of 64 on August 5, 1992. Eugene Braunwald established a foundation and scholarships to support women in the field of cardiac surgery in his wife’s beautiful memory. Dr. Nina Braunwald has shown us that women can have an incredibly successful career and a family too! She never gave up and continued to challenge herself in the best interest of others and in medicine. In the pursuit of your new year’s goals and in the best interest of your “heart” (emotionally and physically), I encourage everyone to laugh a little, to dance a lot and don’t forget to breathe!

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very year it seems we resolve to eat better, exercise more, lose ten pounds, stop stressing, and start meditating. But while our intentions are good, our follow-through is often lacking. Research has found that after just six months, more than 50 percent of us have given up the goals we set in January. Not this time! The Oprah Magazine featured a series of rules on how to make resolutions so you can set yourself up for success- all year long. We share four of them with you here!

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