Monmouth County Woman - 2014 March/April

Page 1

Celebrating Our 6th Year

™

March/April 2014

An Educational Resource for Women and Their Families

Brandywine Senior Living Page 36

Ocean Plastic Surgery P.A. and Laser Center Page 11

Photo by Annette Jenkins Photography

facebook.com/TheCountyWoman

@TheCountyWoman

Visit Us Online ... www.TheCountyWoman.com

Sarah J. Easaw, MD, FACP founder of “Ocean Hematology & Oncology” provides state-of-the-art- cancer care in a warm and personalized atmosphere. Read more on pages 34 & 35.

Medical Professionals

2

Weight Loss With Acupuncture Michael D. Beys, L.Ac. , MSTOM Acupuncture Health Services, LLC Michael D. Beys, L.Ac. , MSTOM, is a graduate of Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. His training consisted of over 3000 hours in the study of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine in a state-approved, nationally accredited college. Michael D. Beys is nationally certified in both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology. He was the supervising Acupuncturist at RUMC’s substance abuse Detox Center and South Beach Psychiatric Rehab. He is also fluent in Greek, Spanish, and proficient in Mandarin Chinese and Arabic. Currently, Michael’s practice also focuses on Women’s Health and Infertility.

Acupuncture can power up any other weight control strategies by: â—? curbing appetite, quelling cravings â—? boosting metabolism â—? improving digestion â—? regulating obesityrelated hormones â—? enhancing the way nutrients are used

Services:

also allows for enzymes in saliva to break down the food. When the bite gets to our stomach the acid can break down the food better so that all the nutrients can be more readily absorbed in the small intestine. It also strengthens the function of With portion control we must the liver, the organ that produces take into consideration nutritional many chemicals critical for density. The more nutrients digestion, processing nutrients and we get the less hunger we feel. breaking down of fats. One serving of quinoa has more Acupuncture may also increase nutrients than one serving of tone in the smooth muscle of the whole wheat bread. stomach to help people know that Make conscious they are full. decisions The inserted needles act about to stimulate the release of what endorphins, the body’s natural goes in “feel goodâ€? hormones. This can to your create a calming, relaxing effect, body which counteracts the need for and read excessive eating brought about labels. As a by increased stress, frustration rule of thumb if or anxiety. In this respect, you do not recognize acupuncture can calm those so the word don’t put in your body. It is important to note that a The body does not want it and good weight loss strategy includes does not know what to do with healthy eating habits, an exercise it. An apple is an apple. Chicken regimen, and portion control. is chicken. High fructose corn We often neglect the fact that syrup is not whole food nor is it digestion starts in the mouth. hydrogenated fat. Mechanical digestion involves Finally, exercise must be chewing. It is often said that we something that you want to do. must chew our food once for If you do not like it, you will not every tooth in our mouth. This stick to it. I am a fan of yoga. It tends to help the body as opposed to the western 0LFKDHO ' %H\V / $& concept of exercise that seems like repetitive stress %RDUG &HUWLĂ€HG $FXSXQFWXULVW injury. The steps to weight %RDUG &HUWLĂ€HG +HUEDOLVW loss are not something that must be taken on as 7UDGLWLRQDO 7UHDWPHQW a project; it is a norm. A RI 0RGHUQ $LOPHQWV meal should not be readily 6KUHZVEXU\ $YH 6XLWH 6KUHZVEXU\ 1-

Acupuncture

PEH\VODF#JPDLO FRP

Cupping massage

Traditional Chinese Medical Herbology

Call 732-898-2284 Today! ZZZ $FX+HDOWK1- FRP

The County Woman Magazine

whipped up from a box; it is an art form created from the best ingredients nature has to offer. Food grew naturally for millions of years. I do not think our grandparents wanted E. coli bacteria crossbred into wheat and corn as a pesticide. As a matter of fact, I brought seedless grapes to my grandfather thinking they were the greatest thing. He threw them out and said “grapes are supposed to have seeds in them.� And when we feel a little hunger that means our body is burning our fat reserves which = weight loss. In conclusion, acupuncture is a great way to supplement weight loss along with positive lifestyle changes, such as diet and exercise.

For more information please visit acuhealthnj.com or email me directly at mbeyslac@gmail.com.

The Research:

1. A Turkish study suggest that acupuncture may help to regulate weight owing to its beneficial effects on hormones such as insulin, leptin, ghrelin and CholeCystoKinin in obese subjects even after a few weeks of treatment. 2. A Greek study shows that control of overeating and anxiety using ear acupuncture was beneficial in the analysis of 800 studies. 3. A Korean study indicates that BMI, waist circumference, body fat mass decreased significantly after eight weeks of treatment. 4. A Chinese study brings up the possibility that acupuncture has an ecological role in the gastrointestinal tract. Alteration of Bacteroidetes after acupuncture treatment may be one of the mechanisms for weight loss.

I have experienced wonderful results from acupuncture for my pinched nerves, carpel tunnel syndrome and chronic low back and neck pain. I’m 42 and I run, play in a basketball league, practice yoga, and try to keep up with my kids and acupuncture has eased and/or removed pain completely from my life for the past 9 months. I am also seeing great results in dealing with the pain and symptoms of endometriosis. –Sharon G

Scan to hear more testimonials ďƒ

www.TheCountyWoman.com

sources cited: 1. http://aim.bmj.com/ content/30/3/203.abstract?sid=ee67fa2b-c96e43f5-98f0- ad299b2d02bb 2. http://aim.bmj.com/content/14/2/116. abstract?sid=df1603f4-ca0b-4df8-86914b1ef7303a2d 3. http://aim.bmj.com/content/ early/2013/12/02/acupmed-2013-010435. abstract? sid=0dd74d41-953c-48e0-acae71850bba5506 4. http://aim.bmj.com/content/31/1/116. full?sid=afa3a22a-83a8-4c33-a6ff70ff7bbb3c8e

March/April 2014

FF eatured rticles eaturedA A rticles ^Salon & Spa

^Law

Acupuncture Health Services...............................................2 ^Medical Professionals BeriEsthetique ................................................................... 3 Medical Professionals Rehability Pain and Injury Center ...................................... 5 BeriEsthetique......................................................................3 Monmouth ............................................. Rehability PainGastroenterology and Injury Center. ........................................56 Monmouth Ocean Medical Services, LLC ......................... 7 Atlantic NeuroSurgical Specialists. ....................................8-9 Ocean Plastic Surgery. . ......................................................11 Belanger Podiatry Associates, LLC ................................. 10 Liberty Pain Center.............................................................15 Atlantic NeuroSurgical Specialist..................................... 11 Total Hearing Care.............................................................16 Toms River X-Ray CT & MRI Center ................................ 15 Monmouth Ocean Medical Services, LLC....................18, 60 Seaview Orthopaedic & Medical Associates ................... 16 Barnabas Health Medical Group: Dr. Sumy H. Chang.......19 Total Hearing Care ..................................................... 17, 64 Shore IVF Reproductive Medicine......................................20 Caring Heart & Brain Imaging .......................................... 19 Bella Derma Medi Spa........................................................23 The River Lombardi Plastic Center .............................. 22 Toms X-Ray, CT &Surgery MRI Center. ................................28 Seaview Orthopaedic & Medical Associates......................29 Shore IVF Reproductive Medicine ................................... 23 Shore P.C...........................3137 Vein Gastroenterology Center For WomenAssociates, ................................................... The Witlin Center For Advanced Eyecare..........................33 ^Insurance & Annuities, Ocean Hematology & Oncology....................................34-35 Investments & Retirement Caring Heart & Brain Imaging.............................................37 MetLife Solutions Group .................................................... 8 Vein Center For Women. ....................................................41 ^Health & Wellness Salon & Spa & Wellness .............................................. 9 Meridian Fitness Hair & Company Spa..Assoc., ................................................6 Hall, Harrison &Oasis Johnson LLC............................. 28 Eun-Young Kim, cpt, chhc ............................................... 28 Pediatric Ocean HealthDentistry & Weight Loss ........................................... 39 Tender Smiles 4 Kids...........................................................7 The BeginWithin Center For Wellness ............................. 40

Hall, Harrison Assoc., LLC...............................1031 Ansell Grimm& &Johnson Aaron ..................................................... Improve Health Solutions...................................................13 ^ Real Estate Yoga Nine Mind/Body Studio..............................................14 Orrico Realty Meridian Fitness.................................................................... & Wellness..............................................2120 ^ Residential & Commercial Design Jersey Shore Pharmacy................................................38-39 Set The Stage .................................................................. 21 Elder Life Management ^Pediatric & Orthodontic Dentistry Elder Life Management, Inc................................................12 TenderSmiles4Kids ...................................................24-25 ^Education Medical Back & Knee Bracing Perfect Fit Ortho.................................................................13 Centered Students, Mindfulness Coaching & Training .... 26 Ranney School................................................................. 27 Divorce Support Programs ^ Mind Body Healing Divorce &Support Net...........................................................14 NJ Center of the Healing Arts .......................................... 29 Cosmetic Dentistry ^Elder Life Management Sophia Nichols, DMD, MAGD Family Dentistry............1730 Elder Life Management, Inc.PA ............................................ ^Aquatic Instruction Fashion And Beauty Lynne’s Fashion Boutique..................................................22 Five Star Aquatics ............................................................ 32 ^Specialty Cakes & Chocolate Novelties Law Chocolate Carousel ......................................................... Straffi & Straffi, Attorneys At Law.......................................2433 ^ Adult Community Law Offices of Laura M. D’Orsi, LLC..................................25 Fountainhead Properties ................................................. 34 Specialty Cakes & Chocolate Novelties ^ Contemporary & Rattan Furniture Chocolate Carousel............................................................26 Heritage House Interiors .................................................. 35 Orthodontics ^Adult Day Care Holmdel Orthodontics. .......................................................2736 We Care Adult Care.......................................................... ^Fine Custom Window Treatments & Interiors Adult Day Care by Kelli ............................................................... 38 WeInteriors Care Adult Care...........................................................30 ^At Home Spa Experience The Pampered Spirit ........................................................ 41

Acupuncture Hair & Company ................................................................ 2

^Professional Bathroom Dentistry Remodeling

Medical Professionals

^Home Health & Elder Care

Insurance Annuities, Investment & Retirement Holy Redeemer&HomeCare .............................................. 42 MetLife Premier Client Group. . ...........................................32 ^Feline Veterinarian Feline Medical Center ...................................................... 43 Assisted Living ^Business & Finance Brandywine Senior Living...................................................36 Pearls of Wisdom Media LLC .......................................... 44 ^Book Corner Garden & Local Honey My Pain Woke Me Up - Bliss ........................................... 44 From The Garden. ..............................................................40 ^Theatre & Entertainment Sistas The&Musical ........................................................... 46 Home Business Expo Cougar The Musical ......................................................... 46 Bella Vista Country Club.....................................................43 Nice Work If You Can Get It ............................................. 47 ^Precious Metal Buyers Contemporary & Rattan Furniture Heritage House Precious MetalInteriors. Buyers,...............................................44-45 LLC ............................................ 50 ^Acupuncture Women Of Monmouth County........................46-4750 Koehler Acupuncture ....................................................... ^Estate Sales Theatre & Entertainment The Vintage Oasis ............................................................ 51 Buyer & Cellar....................................................................50 ^ A Woman’s Heart Til DIVORCE Do Us Part....................................................50 Heart Month..................................................... 50American Shades-the Musical. ......................................................5153 ^ Preserving Memories Sistas-The Musical.............................................................51 Transfers by TR ................................................................ 56 Business & FinanceCounty ..................................... 57 ^Women Of Monmouth Pearls of Wisdom Media, LLC............................................57 ^Bed & Breakfast

Medical Professionals

Aesthetic Dental Creations ...................................... 12 – 13 Beautiful Bathrooms & More...............................................10 ^Assisted Living Brandywine Senior Living ................................................ 14

00

Health & of Wellness Law Offices Laura M. D’Orsi, LLC ............................... 18

33

Cedars & Beeches ........................................................... 61 Fine Art Photography

^ Fine Art Photography Annette Jenkins Photography.............................................59

Annette Jenkins Photography ......................................... 63 Community. ....................................... 42, 48-49, 52-58 ^Community .......... 37, 42, 45, 48-49, 52, 54-55, 58-60, 62 Please Take Advantage Of Our “Enter To Win” Contests!

Facts And Questions On Painless Laser Hair Removal Any medical laser procedure can be a bit intimidating. Learn more about Pain-Free, Hair-Free™ here so you’ll feel at ease with the procedure.

Q A

Should I shave before the treatment?

Shaving the day before or just prior to treatment is recommended and you may shave again twenty-four hours after treatment unless your provider tells you otherwise.

QA

Is it safe?

Laser hair removal is the most popular aesthetic procedure performed annually. Hair removal is one of the aesthetic medical industry’s most well-known and researched uses of lasers and the Pain-Free, Hair-Free™ treatment has provided safe and effective permanent hair reduction for thousands of patients worldwide. Because Pain-Free, Hair-Free™ utilizes our IN-MOTION™ and low-heat settings we’re able to provide a level of safety unlike any other laser hair removal procedure.

QA

How many treatments will I need?

Typically, 4 to 6 treatments is adequate to provide permanent hair reduction. However, after a oneon-one consultation, your provider may determine that based on the density of your hair, hair color and skin color, you may require additional treatment. Your provider will advise you. It’s not unusual to require a touch-up treatment two years after completing laser hair removal treatments.

The County Woman Magazine The County Woman Magazine

QA

Will my hair ever grow back?

Actively growing hairs that are treated should not grow back. Once a hair follicle is damaged it cannot grow hair. However, hair follicles that were not in the active growth phase will need to be treated. It’s also not unusual for patients to have a touch-up two years after initial treatment due to hormonal changes.

QA

Why do I need 4 – 6 treatments?

Hair growth occurs in 4 stages: Early Anagen (early hair growth), Anagen (active hair growth) Catagen (regression) Telogen (resting, not growing) Laser hair removal only affects the Anagen stage, (actively growing hair). Therefore, approximately twenty-five-percent of hair is removed with each treatment. After 4 to 6 treatments, the area should be free from hair.

Q A

Do I need to arrange time off from work for treatments?

No. Pain-Free, Hair-Free™ has no “down time” and requires no recovery time. You can have a Pain-Free, HairFree™ treatment and return to work, school or other normal activities immediately.

QA

How do I know it really won’t hurt?

Most people find the Pain-Free, Hair-Free™ laser hair removal treatment comfortable, especially when compared to other hair removal methods and lasers. This is one of few laser hair removal procedures where numbing cream is not necessary. Pain is subjective, however, so if you find it otherwise simply talk to your provider.

www.TheCountyWoman.com www.TheCountyWoman.com

Spring Special

$100 off treatment package for underarms, bikini, or full legs hair removal

Schedule Your Appointment Today! 732-455-8118

‘ Skin &Laser Clinic At The Jersey Shore

Dr. Kavita Beri, Owner of Beri Esthetique

3200 Sunset Ave, Suite 107 Ocean, NJ 07712

www.BeriEsthetique.com January/February 2013 March/April 2014

Publisher’s Note

4 Monmouth Since 2008 County Woman County Monmouth Since 2008

Publisher..................................................................... Lynn K. Wolf lynn@acwoman.com • 609-929-4189 Woman Associate Publisher..................................................Kristina Pruitt kristina@thecountywoman.com • 609-412-1914 Regional Marketing Director...........................................Jon Pruitt jon@thecountywoman.com • 609-412-3603 Professional Page/Graphic Designer................. Darlene A. Davis DesignsByDar@comcast.net PR Executive/Graphic Designer.......................Katherine Githens staff@thecountywoman.com • 856-885-8066 Art & Production Associate....................................Meghan Morse staff@thecountywoman.com • 856-885-8066 Feature Cover Writer....................................... Gena Ansell-Lande Graphic Designer, Real Grafix Design....................... Cathy Tveici Graphic Designer, Golden Design, LLC................... Laura Golden golden.design@verizon.net Website Designer..........................................................P.J. Santos www.digitalartstation.com Distribution Manager.................................................. Mike Dziuba

For advertising inquiries, please call:

1-866-398-0898

All correspondence should be addressed to:

The County All correspondence shouldWoman be addressed to: P.O. Box 619 The County Woman

Welcome to the March/April 2014 Issue Of Monmouth County Woman I’m writing this note while listening to yet another news report about a recordbreaking winter storm crippling our eastern seaboard. However, it’s encouraging for me to know that when you are reading this publication, the first day of spring, March 20th, will be less than 14 days away! And with the coming of spring, we celebrate the sixth anniversary of Monmouth County Woman. It’s hard to believe that six years have already passed since the spring we first brought this publication to the women of Monmouth County and their families. We have enjoyed meeting the many professionals who have shared their expertise with our readers in the areas of health, finance, fitness, law, fashion, beauty, insurance, home improvement, and much more. You will find important information in this issue that impacts many aspects of your daily life. On page 32, Donna Hlavacek clearly demonstrates the power of saving to fund your financial security. At Improve Health Solutions, Dr. Frankel provides an effective solution to fatigue resulting from low cortisol levels, which is a real problem for people under constant stress (page 13). For those who suffer from SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder), Dr. Johnson has the perfect answer, Kenkolight (page 10). If you are a cataract patient, you may be a suitable candidate for laser cataract surgery at The Witlin Center for Advanced Eye Care (page 33). This issue also offers some wonderful gift ideas for Mother’s Day, May 11th. A gift certificate from Hair & Co. Oasis Spa (page 6) is the perfect way to show love and appreciation for your mother, grandmothers, aunts, sisters, and the other moms in your life. Other great gifts can be found at From The Garden (page 40), Lynne’s Fashion Boutique (page 22), BeriEsthetique (page 3), and Chocolate Carousel (page 26), where you can find specialty cakes and chocolate novelties. We’re sure you’ll find every article in this issue of Monmouth County Woman brimming with valuable information. When a particular article is helpful to you or your family, take a moment to call, email, tweet, or Facebook the business to let them know! Happy Spring! Warmest regards, We are the Media Partner with NJAWBO Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex Region.

Lynn Wolf & the Staff of Monmouth County Woman

Turnersville, P.O. Box NJ 61908012 The County Woman’sTurnersville, Newspaper is published bi-monthly and is available free of charge at NJ 08012

display stands in approved private and public establishments and authorized distributors only, County Newspaper is published bi-monthly and is available free of charge at orThe by paid mailWoman’s subscription. display stands inand approved private and public establishments authorized distributors only,of Trademark U.S. Copyright Laws protect The Countyand Woman’s Newspaper. No part orthis by paper paid mail maysubscription. be reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. Trademark andWoman’s U.S. Copyright Laws The County Woman’s Newspaper. partthan of The County Newspaper is protect not responsible for any editorial comment No (other this paper may be reproduced the written permission publisher. its own), typographical errorswithout from advertisements submittedofasthe camera ready or any reproducTheofCounty Woman’ssubmitted Newspaperasiscamera not responsible tions advertisements ready. for any editorial comment (other than its own), frommeet advertisements submitted as camera readyrevise or any If antypographical advertisementerrors does not our standards of acceptance, we may or reproduccancel it at tions of advertisements submitted as camera any time, whether or not it has been alreadyready. acknowledged and/or previously published. The If an advertisement not meet our of acceptance, may revisecopy or cancel it at advertiser assumes soledoes responsibility for standards all statements contained we in submitted and will any time, whether or not it has been already acknowledged and/or previously published. The protect and indemnify the Woman’s Newspaper, its owners, publishers, and employees, against advertiser assumes sole responsibility for all statements contained in submitted copy and will any and all liability loss or expense arising out of claims for libel, unfair trade names, patents, protect and indemnify the Woman’s Newspaper, its owners, publishers, and employees, against copyrights and propriety rights, and all violations of the right of privacy or other violations any and all liability loss or expense arising out of claims for libel, unfair trade names, patents, resulting from the publication of this newspaper or its advertising copy. copyrights and propriety rights, and all violations of the right of privacy or other violations The publisher shall be under no liability for failure, for any reason, to insert an advertiseresulting from the publication of this newspaper or its advertising copy. ment. The publisher shall not be liable by reason of error, omission and/or failure to insert any The publisher shall be under no liability for failure, for any reason, to insert an advertisepart of an advertisement. The publisher will not be liable for delay or failure in performance ment. The publisher shall not be liable by reason of error, omission and/or failure to insert any in publication and/or distribution if allwill or any issueor is delayed suspended for part of an advertisement. The publisher not portion be liableofforandelay failure inorperformance reason. The publisher will exercise reasonable judgment in these instances and will make inany publication and/or distribution if all or any portion of an issue is delayed or suspended for adjustments forpublisher the advertiser where and when appropriate. any reason. The will exercise reasonable judgment in these instances and will make The Woman’s assumes responsibility for unsolicited material or reproducadjustments for theNewspaper advertiser where andnowhen appropriate. tions made by advertisers. The Woman’s Newspaper assumes no responsibility for unsolicited material or reproducnewspaper will be published by the 15th of every other month. tionsThis made by advertisers. Representations by be Thepublished Monmouth County LLC TM COPYRIGHT 2008. This newspaper will by the 15th Woman, of every other month. Representations by The Monmouth County Woman, LLC TM COPYRIGHT 2008.

FIND US ON THE WEB! FIND US ON THE WEB! WWW.THECOUNTYWOMAN.COM WWW.THECOUNTYWOMAN.COM And follow us on Facebook and Twitter

And follow us on Facebook and Twitter @TheCountyWoman @TheCountyWoman

facebook.com/TheCountyWoman facebook.com/TheCountyWoman

The County Woman Magazine

Featured On The Front Cover ~ Sarah J. Easaw, MD, FACP founder of Ocean Hematology & Oncology in Lakewood, N.J. Turn to pages 34 & 35 to read part II of the Smoking Cessation article and the interview with Dr. Easaw. Cover Photo by Annette Jenkins Photography. Schedule your family portraits with Annette now. She can be contacted at 732-936-1416. Voted Best Photographer in Monmouth County 4 Years In A Row!

Change Your Life in 2014 Licenses Available In Your Area Woman Publishing Entrepreneurs Wanted ... Join over 371 other countries that are publishing or have an option to publish in the United States and BE YOUR OWN BOSS! We are looking for a few bright, energetic, creative women and men to publish our trademarked, copyrighted newspapers IN YOUR COUNTY, IN YOUR STATE, IN YOUR OWN BUSINESS! Join the fastest growing educational Woman’s Newspaper syndicated in the United States. MINIMAL INVESTMENT REQUIRED! Maximum return ... Be your own boss, set your own hours and make your life mean more! ALL TRAINING PROVIDED! If you are interested in developing with us in 2014 in your STATE, in your COUNTY ...

CALL 1-800-993-3822 Join the #1 Woman’s Educational Newspaper in the U.S.

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Business Spotlight

5

What is your practice philosophy? Our practice is a multi-specialty rehab clinic “integrating” chiropractic care, physical therapy and acupuncture for optimum results. As part of our collaborative approach, we work with you to create a customized treatment plan based on your condition and individual needs. Since every patient’s life is impacted differently by the status of their health, our team of specialists is committed to helping you get the relief you deserve and the mobility and strength needed to resume an active lifestyle.

~ Interview with Dr. Robert Chickara ~

What do you feel is unique about your practice that has enabled you to continually grow? In recently expanding our facility, one element that remains unchanged is the relaxed atmosphere we enjoy practicing in, so patients feel comfortable as if they are at home. We place great emphasis on the dayto-day interaction and communication with our patients, offering each and every one personalized attention throughout the course of treatment. Our focus is always patient-centered, and the relationships we develop with them along the way often result in the highest compliment we can receive, the referral of family and friends.

Robert Chickara, D.C. Chiropractic Spine & Sports Rehab Physical Therapy • Acupuncture 83 South Street Suite 204 Freehold, NJ (Freehold Commons) 732-780-6230 rehabilitynj.com

What are new referral patients hearing about your practice? One particular comment we truly appreciate hearing from referrals is our time efficiency at every office visit, without sacrificing quality of care or our treatment approach. As a team, we do our best to accommodate the needs of every patient, from scheduling preferences to the services provided at every visit. We’re confident our patients will attest there is rarely any “waiting” or down time throughout each session. What are the most common conditions you provide treatment for? Our practice treats a variety of orthopedic and neurological conditions both spine and extremity related; however, patients suffering from low back pain and associated disorders are consistently a large percentage of the cases we see each year. We specialize in providing both manual and mechanical traction/decompression therapies for the spine, often with great success. By effectively targeting the root cause of the symptoms such conditions trigger, patients frequently recover faster and with longer lasting relief.

Robert Chickara, D.C.

Testimonial

I was about to give up thinking there was no hope for me. Then I read about Dr. Robert Chickara’s “Rehability” center. My husband dialed the number. It was the best phone call we ever made. They have helped me so much. The care that is given is remarkable. The difference in my mobility since I started going there is incredible. If there is help for people with pain and immobility, you can be sure you will get it from them. They go above and beyond. As for the staff, they couldn’t be nicer. They are so professional and accommodating. I highly recommend Rehability to anyone who is experiencing any level of pain. Gratefully, Susan T., Manalapan

The County Woman Magazine

How has your specialty changed over the years you have been in practice? A positive change I see occurring in recent years relative to chiropractic care is in the recognition and acknowledgement of our specialty by more medical and osteopathic physicians. As an increasing number of patients continue to seek chiropractic care, whether for injury or wellness, their positive experiences and favorable outcomes are being shared and witnessed by their other physicians. While our practice offers an opportunity to integrate multi-specialty treatment based on condition, patients are always presented with options for care. When a physician for a specific service refers a patient to our practice, we honor that direction of care. Lately, however, it’s refreshing to see referring physicians become more open and generalized in their prescriptions and recommendations for conservative management, trusting our assessment and expertise as a practice with concurrent care of mutual patients. Similarly, should our patients require another specialty referral for consultation and/or treatment purposes, we prefer to advocate physicians with whom we have established a professional relationship and share the same clinical goals in the best interests of our patients.

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Salon

6

&

Spa

Is It Time For A New Look?

Tiffany Colelli Hair & Company

One of the most exciting methods of hair color this season is multi-dimensional color. We saw this type of color being showcased by the likes of Jennifer Lopez with a golden chestnut hue that greatly complements her skin tone. This method requires the layering of two to three colors to create a multi-faceted reflection of colors on the hair. Whether it is just highlights to enhance your natural hair color or a complete color transformation requiring the eye of a true expert, new color might be just what you need to spruce up your look this spring!

There are many reasons why someone would want to change We’re open Tuesday through Saturday, their natural call us at hair color.

The reasons can range from wanting a new look to being bored with their natural color to wanting to cover gray.

732-747-6983 or stop in.

Tiffany has worked for 17 years as a professional in the industry. She received specialized training from industry giants like Redken, Goldwell, Matrix and Schwarzkopf professionals. Tiffany has a passion and an expert eye for hair color.

www.hairandcompanyredbank.com

Tarot Readings Saturdays with Ursula $30 for 30 mins.

Enter To Win

Enter to Win a $30 Gift Certificate to Hair & Co. Oasis Spa Name: __________________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________ City: ___________________________________ State: _________ Zip: _______________ Phone: (______)______________________ Email: ______________________________________ Mail To: The County Woman • P.O. Box 619 • Turnersville, NJ 08012

T Please check here if you would like to receive specials from Hair & Co.

Or Visit www.Facebook.com/TheCountyWoman to Enter Online! Gf] ]fljq h]j h]jkgf& NYdm] g^ +(& Emdlahd] ]flja]k oadd Z] \akimYdaÚ]\& =flja]k oadd Z] Y[[]hl]\ l`jgm_` EYj[` +)$ *(),& ;gehYfq \g]k fgl hjgna\] Yfq h]jkgfYddq a\]flaÚYZd] af^gjeYlagf lg l`]k] l`aj\ hYjlq Y\ k]jn]jk gj Y\ f]logjck oal`gml qgmj [gfk]fl&

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

H&Co.

March/April 2014

Pediatric Dentistry

7

TenderSmiles4Kids . . . A New Way In Pediatric Dentistry

Dr. Maxim Sulla & Dr. Liya Ostrow TenderSmiles4Kids

What if one dental office could appeal to children of all ages, and treat them from infancy and adolescents straight through into their college years?

With its modern, colorful, eco-friendly dĂŠcor and high tech equipment, kids and parents alike look forward to their time at

TenderSmiles4Kids. TenderSmiles4Kids is a pediatric dentistry and orthodontic practice with offices in Freehold and Somerset, and most recently a brand new location in Edison, New Jersey. Maxim Sulla, D.D.S., is the founder and a pediatric dentist who has created a modern, patient-centered practice that introduces dental care to young children in a fun, positive way, helping them to form excellent oral health habits at an early age. Dr. Sulla and his associates treat children from infancy through adolescence and offer free initial infant examinations to encourage parents to make the practice their children’s dental home. Dr. Sulla’s innovative, caring and pain-free style has been the cornerstone of his practice. In addition, the practice provides orthodontic care for both children and adults.

A State-of-the-Art, Fully Digitalized, and Eco-Friendly Dentistry

Dr. Sulla was one of the first pediatric dentists in the area to inÂŹcorporate the hard and soft tissue dental lasers that many children and their parents refer to as his ‘magic wand’. Dental lasers detect, identify, and treat different types of dental diseases such as cavities and gum disease. By eliminating the dreaded sound of the drill and frequently reducing the need for local injections, both younger and older patients (and their parents) were able to enter the world of pediatric dentistry without being plagued by the common fears and anxiety that

many have come to expect from a visit to the dentist. The all-green Freehold Office is full of LEED certified materials (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and environmentally friendly supplies, which includes anything from recycled flooring and LEEDcertified textiles to digital x-rays (reducing radiation by 90%) and dry-heat sterilizers (requiring no water or harmful chemicals). The entire practice is free of gluten, dyes, sugar, formaldehyde, formocresol and mercury. Dr. Sulla has also ensured that the Freehold office was built with awareness that children with conditions such as autism, ADD, ADHD, cerebral palsy and Down syndrome require different settings- smaller to larger private rooms, open space areas and play areas- to accommodate different physical and emotional needs. Dr. Sulla is proud to be on New Jersey Autism’s referral list of preferred providers as selected by parents of children with autism. Additional services include: Nitrous Oxide Sedation, Oral Conscious Sedation, InOffice IV Sedation by an MD Anesthesiologist and General Anesthesia at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital.

Going To The Dentist Can Be FUN??

Believe it or not, kids actually enjoy going to TenderSmiles4Kids. There’s so much for them to do while they are there, that the time goes by quickly. Every dental chair has a flat screen TV hanging in front of and above it so the patient can watch cable television

Dr.Max’s “Toothfairy Mobile� is a favorite attraction for children at community events. The children get to know the other side of dentistry beyond drillings and fillings.

or a DVD of their choice, or play Playstation3. There are Playstations and Xboxes in the reception area too, as well as Internet stations for kids to do school-related work. The reception area also features a 228-gallon fish tank, which is the central attraction of the whole office. For younger kids, there are lots of age-appropriate books and toys. At the end of every visit, kids get goody bags filled with toys and stickers, and balloons are made for kids on the way out of the office to celebrate a great visit! Dr. Sulla commented, “Parents know their kids are at ease and they can have peace of mind knowing their children will be taken care of. It makes their lives easier.� This is why most parents ask if they can be patients too!

At TenderSmiles4Kids, the entire team is committed to providing every patient and family a superior level of comfort and service. We are a team of professionals dedicated to the field of dentistry, orthodontics and improving smiles!

• Dr. Max Sulla • Dr. Liya Ostrow • Dr. Martin Halofsky • Dr. Herbert Portnoff • Dr. John Butler • Dr. Monica Chan •Dr. Kathleen Hargaden

Dr. Liya is Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and is a standing member of AAPD (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry), the NJDA, NJDPA and the ADA. Dr. Sulla from graduated NYU College of Dentistry with his D.D.S. and then received his Pediatric Dentistry degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Dr. Sulla is the President of the NJ Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and a council member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

'5 0$; 68//$ ' ' 6 $1' $662&,$7(6

3HGLDWULF /DVHU 2UWKRGRQWLF 'HQWLVWU\ )5((+2/' ‡ 0$1$/$3$1 $5($ 3URIHVVLRQDO 9LHZ 'U %OGJ QG )ORRU )UHHKROG 1-

The County Woman Magazine

620(56(7 ‡ 1(: %5816:,&. $5($ 5RXWH 6RPHUVHW 1-

ZZZ 7HQGHU6PLOHV .LGV FRP www.TheCountyWoman.com

(',621 ‡ :22'%5,'*( $5($ 2DN 7UHH 5RDG (GLVRQ 1-

March/April 2014

8

Medical Professionals

For over 50 years Atlantic NeuroSurgical Specialists (ANS) has maintained their core value that the needs of their patients come first. This means constantly striving toward the application of leading-edge research to their clinical practice. Their neurosurgeons incorporate the most advanced surgical technology and neurosurgical techniques available for the treatment of stroke, back pain, brain tumors, brain aneurysms, spinal disorders, traumatic brain injury, and more. ANS has a number of offices throughout the region and is affiliated with New Jersey’s leading healthcare systems. Their reputation has made them the largest private neurosurgical practice in the state.

Stroke Treatment Atlantic NeuroSurgical Specialists continues to be a leader in the war against stroke. In 2012, ANS became the first group of doctors in the country trained on the Trevo® Pro Retriever following approval by the FDA. This product is part of a new category of devices known as “stent-trievers.” Unlike prior devices, these stent-trievers allow ANS physicians to immediately restore blood flow to the patient’s brain by opening up the blockage instantaneously while it is removed from the artery. In fact, ANS was one of only a few sites to be chosen for the initial FDA trial for this technology. The practice remains the largest private neurosurgical practice in New Jersey treating stroke, with a success rate greater than the national average. ANS was the initial group to treat stroke at the first comprehensive stroke center in New Jersey, and has since expanded to 3 additional comprehensive centers. The endovascular team is engaged in clinical trials for new stroke technologies and therapies, giving patients access to the next generation of stroke management.

Spine With the rising popularity of “boutique surgeries” being offered by less qualified specialists, ANS has launched an awareness campaign to educate the community on the importance of choosing a neurosurgeon for an accurate diagnosis and to dismiss the idea that you only go to a neurosurgeon when surgery is needed. Neurosurgeons are the most qualified specialists to diagnose and treat your back pain as well as other ailments associated with your delicate nervous system.

The County Woman Magazine

All of ANS’s neurosurgeons are board-certified and most notably, 5 of ANS’s neurosurgeons are fellowship-trained in spine surgery and hold national recognition in their specialty. In turn, ANS remains the largest and most reputable neurosurgical practice in New Jersey. They boast a multidisciplinary team using the most advanced surgical techniques, including minimally invasive spine surgery. These procedures offer significantly less postoperative pain and shorter hospital stays. Conditions such as severe herniated discs and kyphosis, which warranted major surgery in the past, can now be treated with less risk and minimal down time.

Brain Tumors As leaders in the surgery and management of patients suffering from brain disorders, tumors, and diseases, ANS performs treatments not found anywhere else in the state. They specialize in the rarest of surgeries, including skull base surgery and epilepsy surgery, and are also one of the few groups involved in vaccine trials for the treatment of brain tumors. Through collaboration, the ANS doctors routinely meet to discuss all treatment options for their patients. Whether you suffer from a tumor, back problems, or even stroke, you should always consider a neurosurgeon. Don’t let insurance come before your health. ANS sees all patients. To learn more about the latest advancements in treatment or to view a listing of all hospitals they are affiliated with in your area, visit www.ansdocs.com or call 732.455.8225.

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

9

Making Next Generation Treatments Possible X ANEURYSM / NEUROVASCULAR X BRAIN MAPPING X BRAIN STIMULATORS X COMPLEX BACK AND SPINE X CONCUSSION CENTER X FUNCTIONAL NEUROSURGERY X HYDROCEPHALUS X KYPHOPLASTIES X MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY X NEURO-ONCOLOGY X NEURO-SPINE INSTITUTE X PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTER X PERIPHERAL NERVE DISORDER X PITUITARY DISORDERS

3700 Route 33 Neptune, NJ 07753 732.455.8225

X RADIOSURGERY

11 Overlook Road Suite 180 Summit, NJ 07901 908.516.2941

X TRIGEMINAL NEURALGIA

310 Madison Avenue Suite 300 Morristown, NJ 07960 973.285.7800 School House Village 350 Main Street Bedminster, NJ 07921 973.285.7800

89 Sparta Avenue Sparta, NJ 07871 973.729.0266 464 Hudson Terrace Suite 203 Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632 973.285.7800

X TUMORS

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Bathroom Remodeling

10

Beautiful Bathrooms & More… THE 5 GOLDEN RULES

Jerome Ferullo Owner & Operator

• We will return all calls within 24 hours.
 • If we make a promise, we fulfill it.
 • We are on time. If we are delayed, we call.
 • We leave the site cleaner than we found it.
 • We always give 100% to every project!

Hear what our customers have to say… Love My New Bathroom Nov 16, 2013 Beautiful Bathrooms took my blah leaky bathroom and turned it into a relaxing spa. Jerome can be counted on to take an average room and maximize its livability on time and within budget. Rhea T. Complete Remodel of Master Bathroom Aug 15, 2013 Third home remodel project we have used Jerome for and have recommended him to family. Does great work, but what sets Jerome and his team apart are setting and managing expectations, neatness, punctuality and professionalism. When they say they will be there at 8:00, they are there at 8:00. John Turk

Certified

Health & Wellness

Detail Minded Contractor Aug 12, 2013 Did 1,200 sq. ft. addition to home including full handicap assessable bathroom. This was a custom job which included a niche for full stack-able laundry facility. Full tile walls and floor, shower, vanity, toilet, and linen closet. This company and the owner Jerome were on top of every detail. Most detail minded contractor I have ever done business with. The work was done on time and on budget. The job site was cleaned every day and all details were complete. Nothing was left undone. I was kept informed as to when the job would start, when materials would be delivered and given options for design and material selections. I would highly recommend this contractor for any and all work. Very honest and professional. Excellent job. I did not have to worry about a thing. Tom Geoffroy

6WDUW <RXU 'D\ ,Q $ %HH DXWLIXO :D\

% %

HDXWLIXO DWKURRPV PRUH

-HURPH )HUXOOR 1- /LFHQVH 9+

ZZZ %HDXWLIXO%DWKURRPV1- FRP

Contractor: Clean, Professional, Reliable

Are You Wishing For More Hours Of Daylight?

Written By: Dr. Yvonne H. Johnson Hall, Harrison & Johnson Assoc., LLC

M

any of us have a definite change in personality during the winter months.

change in season. Their relatives, friends and associates can immediately detect a change in their demeanor, which can remain altered for the entire winter. People displaying these symptoms are diagnosed with Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD. Seasonal Affective Disorder occurs when the amount of daylight hours is shortened, resulting in insufficient sunlight. This can cause pronounced changes in emotional states and sleep habits. In the most severe cases, there is a loss of ability to function on a daily basis. Human beings were not meant to be indoors all the time. Sunlight is the natural form of visible light, and scientific evidence suggests that this broad, even spectrum of light rays helps

us to stay healthy, physically and mentally. Ordinary man-made lighting cannot supply the energy and benefits provided by sunlight. However, there is now an easy, non-invasive solution for SAD patients. That solution is a “kenkolight,” which brings the outdoors into the home or office. The kenkolight technology mimics the clean, full-spectrum illumination of natural sunlight, minus harmful ultraviolight radiation. This energy-efficient light also eliminates the eyestrain and glare caused by ordinary indoor lighting. The light produced by the kenkolight is as invigorating as sunlight. Plus, the enhanced blue wavelengths support the circadian rhythm (sleep/wake cycle).

Some people are so sensitive that they do not need a calendar to alert them to the advancing Dr. Yvonne H. Johnson serves as a member of Partners in Health for Meridian Health and is on the board of the New Horizon Treatment Services, Inc. Both programs permit her to lend her expertise to their mission of improving the health of the surrounding communities. Since leaving the pharmaceutical industry, Dr. Johnson returned to her southern roots and natural remedies by becoming the CEO and President of Hall, Harrison & Johnson Assoc. LLC. Her company has partnered with Nikken, the manufacturer of technologies and products that assist in resolving everyday health challenges. These natural solutions provide energy to the body, permitting the body to heal and repair itself from within. The beauty of these phenomenal technologies is that they are non-toxic and produce no side effects but work in synergy to maintain the body in an alkaline environment. Most importantly, these solutions are a compliment to standard, traditional treatment.

The County Woman Magazine

The kenkolight technology allows individuals to enjoy indoor sunshine all day. Additional benefits such as mental productivity, improved state of mind, and enhanced learning capabilities have been also observed by students, computer analysts, and others working at their desks for long periods of time. Individuals not affected with SAD have also enjoyed the calming effect and relaxing response on the eyes.

The Kenkolight If you would like more information on this non-invasive technology, please contact: Dr. Yvonne H. Johnson at: 732 – 409 – 2995.

Providing years of wellness to the community. Inspiring you to achieve and maintain optimal health with natural solutions that help you to slow down the aging process: osteoporosis, diabetes, joint and deep tissue discomfort, renal and respiratory challenges, without side effects!!

Dr. Yvonne H. Johnson

Hall, Harrison & Johnson Assoc., LLC

www.TheCountyWoman.com

732-409-2995

email: drjohnson@hallharrisonjohnson.com GooD HeALTH Is PrICeLess – PrevenTIon Is KeY! You can view and learn about more innovative products at

www.hallharrisonjohnson.com

March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

11

A YOUTHFULLY SMOOTH NATURAL LOOK - AT ANY AGE Submitted by: Dr. Stephen E. Small, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

T

ired of those parenthesis folds from the sides of your nose to the corners of your mouth? Perhaps it is the furrows or 11’s between your eyebrows? Look no further! With Juvederm® and Botox® you can have a naturally smooth look at any age. These treatments are a great way to look more youthful without a drastic procedure. Your treatment will be customized by Dr. Stephen Small, a board certified plastic surgeon, who is specialized in cosmetic procedures of the face, breast and body. Juvederm® will soften those lines around the nose and mouth to provide a long lasting result.AGE Get a smooth natural look that everyLOOK -- AT ANY LOOK AT ANY AGE one will notice but no one will know!

Erase those vertical lines or 11’s between your eyes with Botox®. Botox® will keep you looking awake, alert and rested for months. A great treatment to minimize wrinkles and lines caused by facial expression.

Before

After 7 days

Maintain your great looks by joining Brilliant Distinctions. This is an awards program that you can register for by going online at www.BrilliantDistinctions.com. You will receive special offers, exclusive invitations and membership to the Brilliant Distinctions Points Program which will give points towards Allergan products such as Latisse, Botox and Juvederm. We offer the Brilliant Distinctions program. Call Dr. Small at Ocean Plastic Surgery for more details. Come visit us and explore the possibilities of a new you with our stateof-art Vectra XT imaging. You can see your Breast-Face-Body result in 3 D at your consult! This is an awesome way to see what a Breast Augmentation, Rhinoplasty or Liposuction result would look like.

Artistry • Beauty • Rejuvenation Non Invasive Botox Juvederm Radiesse Boletero

Breast

Face

Body

Liposuction Tummy Tuck Body Lift

Laser Center

Augmentation Lift Reduction Reconstruction Revision Augmentation Revision Reconstruction

Facelift Cheek Lift Neck Lift Eyelid Surgery Fat Transfer~ Lipoaugmentation Rhinoplasty Chin Augmentation Otoplasty

Matrix Fractional C02 Resurfacing Hair Removal Spider Vein Tattoo Removal Vectra 3 D Photofacials Erbium Laser Imaging Refresher Peels Breast Pulsed Dye Laser Face Scar Treatment Body

1301 Route 72 West Suite 260 Manahawkin, NJ

780 Route 37 West Suite 240 Toms River, NJ

www.oceanplasticsurgerynj.com • 732-255-7155

PROMOTIONS FROM MARCH THROUGH MAY 15, 2014

FREE Treatment

Untouched photographs. Individual results may vary.

ss

ed ed by by facial facial

Dr. Small’s goal is to help his patients achieve a beautifully natural appearance. He understands that undergoing plastic surgery is very personal, and strives to provide an exceptional experience by attending to your unique needs and expectations. You will be cared for in a expression. comfortable, compassionate setting with a staff expression. that is ready to serve you. Call to schedule your appointment, 732-255-7155.

The County Woman Magazine

Never Had Botox? Schedule A Consultation for $150 (excluding tax) Receive your treatment free (Up to two areas, While Supply Lasts)

Juvederm Special $475 (excluding tax)

Disclaimer: Void Where Prohibited by Law. Must be 18 years of age or older. Non- transferrable. Botox promotion is only for patients who have never had Botox injections at Ocean Plastic Surgery, P.A. Any subsequent Botox treatments will be charged. The areas to be treated will determine where clinically indicated by Dr. Small. The patient and any other person responsible for payment has a right to refuse to pay, cancel payment, or be reimbursed for payment for any other service, examination, and/or treatment that is performed as a result of and within 72 hours of responding to the advertisement for free, discounted fee, and/or reduced fee service, examination or treatment. Offer subject to change without notice. Photos and logos courtesy of Allergan Inc.

OCEAN PLASTIC SURGERY P.A. AND LASER CENTER Toms River, NJ • Manahawkin, NJ Office: 732-255-7155 www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

12

Elder Life Management

It’s Never Too Late: The Benefits Of Counseling By Judith S. Parnes

Harry’s Story . . .

{

Approaching an important milestone – his eightieth birthday, Harry started reflecting on his life and didn’t like what he saw. He had struggled through a lot of things – a failed business, loss of his wife 10 years prior, adult children he rarely saw, and now aging knees that make getting around very difficult. His retirement had not turned out the way he thought it would. He often found himself feeling “cranky” and very tired. Moving into Assisted Living six months ago, Harry thought this would be the answer. However, it did not help his mood. Harry decided to seek out the help of a counselor who regularly came to see several other residents living in his new community. “I don’t know how many more years I am going to live… I want them to be easier and I want to feel better,” he told the therapist. Harry is now part of a growing trend of seniors seeking emotional support in their later years to improve their quality of life. Having grown up in a generation when only “mentally ill” people went to a psychiatrist or psychotherapist, historically most people never thought to reveal their feelings to a trained professional. More often, individuals turned to family, friends, or to resources at their church or synagogue. But now, as people are living longer, and the stigma of psychological counseling is beginning to change, some more educated consumers are recognizing the need to take care of their emotional health, just as they treat their physical concerns. With the additional benefit of Medicare actually paying for psychotherapy services, often with little out of pocket expense, it may make this an additional motivational factor in seeking out assistance.

Identifying and treating depression in the elderly presents unique challenges to all involved. Depression can be caused by underlying medical problems, and for those instances, treatment of the medical problem may help resolve the depression. However, we recognize that there are other possible causes of depression and certainly transitions in living arrangements and loss of functional status are all highly contributory. Interestingly, researchers have now demonstrated that generally older adults report higher satisfaction scores in therapy than younger people. This may be related that older adults when engaged in psychotherapy, may be more committed and serious in the sessions and less tolerant of wasted time. Elder Care professionals typically turn to The Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) as a screen for Depression in the elderly. It is very easy to self-administer, with all questions being answered yes or no, although the scoring is a bit more complex. Harry scored a 9, and can attest – “Everybody needs help occasionally; why wait if something can be done to make your life better?” He meets with his psychotherapist weekly to explore problems weighing on him and to find alternative ways to understand and address them. “I have learned I can’t hold onto things that happened in the past – the good and bad – I can only go forward.” Remarkably, his family actually started to visit him more often and they all seemed to improve the quality of the time spent together. If you know someone who may benefit from supportive counseling, it is important to seek the help of an appropriately licensed health care professional. Elder Life Management provides counseling services in the privacy of your home or our offices, often incorporated following a Comprehensive Consultation. For more info., call Elder Life Management , 732-493-8080 or visit our website www.elderlifemanagement.org.

{

{

Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)

1. Are you basically satisfied with your life?

Y N 2. Have you dropped many of your activities and interests? Y N 3. Do you feel that life is empty? Y N 4. Do you often get bored? Y N 5. Are you in good spirits most of the time? Y N 6. Are you afraid that something bad is going to happen to you? Y N 7. Do you feel happy most of the time? Y N 8. Do you often feel helpless? Y N 9. Do you prefer to stay at home rather than go out and do new things? Y N 10. Do you feel you have more problems with memory than most? Y N 11. Do you think it is wonderful to be alive now? Y N 12. Do you feel pretty worthless the way you are now? Y N 13. Do you feel full of energy? Y N 14. Do you feel that your situation is hopeless? Y N 15. Do you think that most people are better off than you are? Y N • Scoring: 1 point for each “no” on 1,5,7,11,13, • 1 point for each “yes” on 2, 3,4,6,8,9,10,12,14,15 • A score of 5 or more suggests Depression. (Mildly depressed = 6-10; Very depressed = 11-15)

Judith S. Parnes, L.C.S.W., C.M.C., Gerontologist and Elder Care Consultant is Executive Director of Elder Life Management, Inc., Ocean, NJ. ELM provides quality elder care planning, management and Medicaid application services to older adults and their families. Please visit www.elderlifemanagement.org or call (732) 493-8080 for more information. 931 West Park Avenue, Ocean, New Jersey, 07712.

3

Testimonials Say It All . . .

It has been a long time since we last spoke. I wanted you to know I will be forever grateful to you for all of the help you gave me in getting my dad approved for Medicaid. ~ Michael N., Toms River, NJ

3

I want to tell you how happy I am with how you have helped us with our parents over these last ten months. The response you provided was exactly what we had hoped for and has given us peace of mind over this period. Thank you for your continued help with my parents. ~ Paul B., Encino, CA

3

Thank you for all you have done. I was able to relax at my daughter’s wedding abroad knowing you were taking good care of Mom and Dad at home in NJ. ~ Paula K., Marlboro, NJ

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Health

&W Wellness ellness

3 13

Tired For No Reason, Stress Eating, Unable To Cope... 7KH 7UXWK DERXW 'LHWLQJ 0HWDEROLVP DQG +&* And Just Can’t Enjoy Life?

defined as the transformation of food into energy. In theory, if the of food thyroid. The amount result is that you orhave calories you sugar need leading amounts a higher to exactly to the amount diabetes, weight gain, of arecalomore ries youtoconsume, prone infectionsyour and weight just will remain unchanged or even overall sluggish. increase. When becomes the amount of The problem calories consumed exceed more complex when you the amount of calories needed, the have produced so much stress excess is stored as fat. Judging By: Robert Frankel, MD hormone it begins to diminish from the pattern, one might production. Although too conclude that less intake Written by: much cortisol is acalorie real problem will result in painless weight Cindy Santoro, APN, RN as outlined above, too little loss. However, it doesn’t always cortisol is potentially worse and work that way and it’s evident I \RXÂśUH OLNH PRVW this is called Adrenal Fatigue. when to cortisol diet sobto live $PHULFDQV \RXÂśYH Your listening body needs stories fromwith friends, and SUREDEO\ JRW D IHZ H[WUD and cope everyfamily, situation some patients. SRXQGV \RX FDQ OLYH ZLWK even both on a physiological and The most common story I RXW psychological standpoint. hear goes something like Unfortunately, after what When these levels are this, The stress hormone “I starved for weeks seems like hundreds of diets, low you myself may notice the and cortisol is something called a lost some weight initially. Then workouts, lotions, and procefollowing symptoms: glucocorticoid. As its name my weight seemed to plateau. dures, those unwanted pounds • Tired for no reason? suggests it in times stress the I got frustrated and ended my hang on for dear life.ofSoon • Having trouble getting up in maintains sets the body’s frustration in and function you are by diet. As soon as I went off the morning? breaking down to raise diet,theI gained all the weight wondering what protein went wrong • Depending on coffee or colas blood glucose. It is the “fight or back very quickly.â€? What hapand why the pounds aren’t to keep you 
going? flightâ€? off hormone which means pens to most in these situations melting like you thought Feeling down and durif you are running from a lion is• the loss ofrun water weight they would. stressed? this the not hormone ing the first few days. FollowYouis are alone,you andwill the • Dragging each day? need to help your body in this ing the loss ofthrough water weight, answer is a little simpler than • Craving salty or sweet stress situation. The problem your body settles into starvayou think. The problem can snacks? that too people these tion mode causing you to lose beisfound in many metabolism. For • Struggling to keepofup daysunsure, have stress that continues muscle mass instead fatwith since those metabolism is life’s daily 
demands? for long periods of time. This • Unable to bounce back from causes a few problems. The stress or 
illness? stress hormone cortisol raises your blood sugar, increases belly • Not having fun anymore? • Experiencing decreased sex fat, decreases your immune system and decreases many of drive?
 your hormones including your • Simply too tired to enjoy life

You May Have Adrenal IFatigue! How to recognize it and correct it.

your body stores fat for the winter. The muscle mass loss reduces your metabolism. This condition can be mildAstoa result, your lower calorie truly debilitating.
The factintake is doesn’t assist in dropping the that we often cannot remove weight fast as in you like all ouras stressors lifewould to help because you still have metarecharge our adrenal but there bolic needs to fulfill. Once the are natural ways to help battle diet ends, your weight increases this condition. The first step coinciding withthe your low is to recognize condition. metabolism and diminished With your functional medicine muscle mass. However, that physician the symptoms plus a doesn’t mean you should give relative flat cortisol curve is an up on diets entirely. You just indication of adrenal fatigue. need to find the right diet. Natural breathing, tai chai, yoga The HCG diet is a highly and even meditation be very recommended diet in can which it helpful. Some common nutrients works with your body and not that support the adrenals against your body. HCGinclude: (huVitamin C, B12,
B5, and man chorionic gonadotropin) E that is produced isVitamin a hormone There are some pro-hormones during pregnancy. The physithat should only be useddiet with cian-guided, low calorie the guidance of a physician feeds “the baby� by breakingsuch as DHEA and Pregnenolone. down fat instead of muscle. In Adaptagenic herbsfat include time, the reduced assists in raising your metabolism. products such as licorice, As the diet continues, your metabashwagandha, ginseng and olism becomes “super-charged� others. These herbs are also not increasing desired weight recommended unless you loss are results. Although HCG is a under the care of a physician. hormone produced by pregAdrenal extracts are very nant women, the dietadrenal is safe for effective in boosting men and women, according to activity. doctors. An added benefited, Adrenal fatigue is a real andas

mentioned on an episode of Dr. Oz, is the decreased appetite making the low-calorie less Is stress eating adiet part of a struggle. Doctors also reof this condition? port that weight gain is unlikely Yes! Your body begins to crave once the HCG diet program foods because of your low has ended, because your meenergy. Caffeine and sugar are common.

Q

tabolism will be altered to be much faster than it was before the diet.with By carefully following to cope stress. There are instructions by your HCG natural remedies to help youdiet physician likely to endif cope with you yourare stressors, even the treacherous cycle associated your circumstances don’t change. with the yo-yo diet.

my exhaustion Q Can be improved?

'U 5REHUW )UDQNHO 0' '& )$&(3 What if I cannot Yes, often adrenal support can be 'U 5REHUW )UDQNHO LV D ERDUG FHUWLÂżHG HPHUJHQF\ SK\VLFLDQ change my achieved with natural products, ZKR WUDLQHG DW $OEHUW (LQVWHLQ 0HGLFDO &HQWHU IRU RYHU D GHFDGH hormones and nutrition and stressful Life? +H LV DOVR FHUWLÂżHG E\ WKH )HGHUDWLRQ RI $QWL $JLQJ 5HJHQHUD

Q

WLYH 0HGLFLQH DQG KROGV D GRFWRUDWH LQ FKLURSUDFWLF +LV WUDLQLQJ many people respond quickly to Your body’s response to stress is LQ ERWK WUDGLWLRQ PHGLFLQH DQG KROLVWLF DQWL DJLQJ FDUH PDNHV treatment. very important on your ability KLP D XQLTXH SUDFWLWLRQHU +LV DSSURDFK WR HDFK SDWLHQW LV EDVHG LQ LQGLYLGXDO FDUH 'U )UDQNHO EUHDNV WKH SDUDGLJP ÂłRQH GUXJ ZRUNV WKH VDPH IRU HDFK SHUVRQ´ 7KH SUDFWLFH FXVWRPL]HV Testimonial \RXU FDUH ZLWK QXWULWLRQ GLHW DQG KRUPRQDO EDODQFH “A few months ago I went to see Dr. Frankel and I decided to try hCG. I was skeptical for sure. I did what he told me to do for the most part, except I did not &LQG\ 6DQWRUR $31 51 stay as close to the diet suggestions as well as I should have (hey‌ I’m human.) &LQG\ KDV KDG RYHU WZHQW\ \HDUV RI H[SHULHQFH DV D FHUWL I was going along not really paying attention when I was in need of a new pair of pants for an event where I was speaking. I went to the store to buy my normal ÂżHG $GYDQFHG 3UDFWLFLQJ 1XUVH DQG 5 1 6KH LV UHFRJQL]HG size and went home without trying them on in the store. Well when I did try them IRU QXUVLQJ H[FHOOHQFH E\ WKH KRQRU VRFLHW\ 6LJPD 7KHWD 7DX on a few days later I noticed they were way too big for me. I immediately thought &LQG\ KDV D YDVW UDQJH RI SUDFWLFH DQG H[SHULHQFH 6KH KDV I bought the wrong size so I got out an old pair of slacks that I thought were too EHHQ SUDFWLFLQJ DQG FHUWLÂżHG LQ DHVWKHWLFV GLHW DQG QXWULWLRQ small and to my shock they fit! Not only did they fit they were a bit loose! I had JHULDWULFV HPHUJHQF\ PHGLFLQH DQG IDPLO\ PHGLFLQH &LQG\ÂśV lost 5 inches on my waist! It worked for me. Thank you Dr. Frankel.â€? H[SHULHQFH H[SHUWLVH DQG FDUH IRU KHU SDWLHQWV LV HYLGHQW ZKHQ ~ Tom F.

\RX ÂżUVW PHHW KHU

very common condition in our stressful world. It is important to recognize these problems and treat them because it truly affects your quality of life and your overall health.

6HUYLFHV

‡ %LR ,GHQWLFDO +RUPRQH 5HSODFHPHQW )RU :RPHQ ‡ 7HVWRVWHURQH 5HSODFHPHQW )RU 0HQ ‡ 0HGLFDO :HLJKW /RVV :LWK K&* 'LHW ‡ 0HWDEROLF 0HGLFLQH )RU &KURQLF &RQGLWLRQV L H &URKQ¡V )LEURP\DOJLD &KURQLF )DWLJXH ,%6

7UHDWPHQWV $YDLODEOH )RU /RZ (QHUJ\ ‡ :HLJKW *DLQ ‡ 0HPRU\ &KDQJHV ‡ 0RRG 6ZLQJV $Q[LHW\ ‡ %RG\DFKHV ‡ /RZ /LELGR ‡ 'HSUHVVHG ‡ 6WUHVVHG

Call &DOO XV DW us at 866-807-8686

We customize your care through :H FXVWRPL]H \RXU FDUH WKURXJK hormonal, diet and nutritional balance. KRUPRQDO GLHW DQG QXWULWLRQDO EDODQFH $VN 2XU $QWL $JLQJ 3K\VLFLDQ +RZ :H 0D\ +HOS Ask Our Anti-Aging Physician How We May Help!

Before After ZZZ LPSURYHKHDOWKVROXWLRQV FRP Improve Health Solutions • 200 Atlantic Avenue • Manasquan, NJ www.improvehealthsolutions.com

Position Available Medical Back & Knee Bracing

WÄ‚ĆŒĆšͲdĹ?žĞ ĞůĹ?Ç€ÄžĆŒÇ‡ WĹ˝Ć?Ĺ?Ć&#x;ŽŜ ǀĂĹ?ĹŻÄ‚Ä?ĹŻÄž

Perfect Fit Ortho is a medical back and knee bracing 9PJO ;`HZ 3HUIHFW )LW 2UWKR WĆľÄ?ĹŻĹ?Ä?Ä‚Ć&#x;ŽŜ Ĺ?Ć?ĆšĆŒĹ?Ä?ĆľĆšĹ˝ĆŒĆ? E +L]PJL :WLJPHSPZ[ company focusing on patient service in their home. The 5H[PVUHS :HSLZ +PYLJ[VY WÄ‚ĆŒĆš Ć&#x;žĞ ƉƾÄ?ĹŻĹ?Ä?Ä‚Ć&#x;ŽŜ ÄšĹ?Ć?ĆšĆŒĹ?Ä?ĆľĆšĹ˝ĆŒĆ? ŜĞĞĚĞĚ bracing helps patients continue a normal and active lifestyle, žĂĹ?ĹŻ ĆŒÄžĆ?ƾžÄž ƚŽ͗ 7O! ĆšĹšĆŒŽƾĹ?ĹšŽƾĆš ƚŚĞ DŽŜžŽƾƚŚ ŽƾŜĆšÇ‡Í˜ while providing better posture and balance. DĹ?ŏĞΛdŚĞ ŽƾŜƚLJtŽžÄ‚ĹśÍ˜Ä?Žž -H_! ,THPS! Y[`HZ 'NTHPS JVT YƾĂůĹ?Ć&#x;ÄžĆ? ĆŒÄžĆ‹ĆľĹ?ĆŒÄžÄš Ä‚ĆŒÄžÍ— The bracing requires a prescription from the patient's KĆŒ žĂĹ?ĹŻ ƚŽ͗ DÄ‚ĆšĆľĆŒÄžÍ• ĆŒÄžĆ?ƉŽŜĆ?Ĺ?Ä?ůĞ͕ ĂŜĚ ÄžŜŊŽÇ‡ ƚĂůŏĹ?ĹśĹ? ƚŽ DŽŜžŽƾƚŚ ŽƾŜƚLJ tŽžÄ‚Ĺś medical doctor and an appointment is set up at the patient's )HJR 2ULL )YHJPUN Ć‰ÄžĹ˝Ć‰ĹŻÄžÍ˜ DĆľĆ?Ćš ÄšĆŒÄžĆ?Ć? Ć‰ĆŒÄžĆ?ĞŜƚĂÄ?ĹŻÄž ƚŽ ĚĞůĹ?Ç€ÄžĆŒ Ĺ?Ĺś WK Ždž ϲϭϾ home. Medicare and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield net+PHIL[PJ :OVLZ Ć‰ĆŒŽĨÄžĆ?Ć?Ĺ?ŽŜÄ‚ĹŻ ŽĸÄ?ÄžĆ?͘ DĆľĆ?Ćš ŚĂǀĞ Ĺ˝Ç Ĺś ǀĞŚĹ?Ä?ĹŻÄžÍ˜ dĆľĆŒĹśÄžĆŒĆ?Ç€Ĺ?ůůĞ͕ E: ϏϴϏϭώͲϏϲϭϾ (J[P]P[PLZ 6M +HPS` 3P]PUN works. Ć‰Ć‰ĆŒĹ˝Ç†Ĺ?žĂƚĞůLJ Ď­ĎŹ Ͳ ĎŻĎŹ ĹšŽƾĆŒĆ? Ä‚ žŽŜĆšĹšÍ˜ 0U /VTL :LY]PJL ZZZ SHUIHFWĂ°WRUWKR FRP Same day and emergency service is available.

The County Woman Magazine

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

www.TheCountyWoman.com

4LKPJHYL (JJYLKP[LK

May/June 2013

March/April 2014

Divorce Support Program Women Of Ocean County

14

61

Your Successful Journey Through Divorce

For 50% of all couples, despite divorce; as psychotherapists we help skills development and support If you would like more information their best efforts, there is no happily facilitate that healing process all program that focuses on helping about Divorce Support Net or ever after. Often months or years the time. But the best post divorce individuals and couples manage the their upcoming programs, please 57GK @7GK 7A7 before divorce is underway, one or outcomes are directly related to emotional and practical challenges contact them at 877-DSN-0035 family go that transitioning a long-term or visit online at www. Heritage House Interiorsboth parties have contemplated their “how” an individual and aExecutive Director andfrom Founder of Elder Lifethem Management exit. throughatdivorce. relationship can bring. DivorceSupportNet.com. Wendy was born Harwinton, Connecticut. In 2011 she joined her uncles Judith is the Executive Director and Founder of Elder Life Management and is a Marriage is hardthe butoffice so tooresponsibilities is Success in any journey Heritage House Interiors in Barnegat. She mastered nationally recognized Gerontologist, holding advanced graduate degrees, certificadivorce, particularly where there begins with intention and a and is soon to take charge of the showroom. She is a natural with their diverse tion, and coursework in Social Work, Aging and Public Health. A noted lecturer are children involved. A critical comprehensive plan. Counseling cliental, and makes her family veryfirst proud when they hear the client’s on be concerns of the elderly and their families, Ms. Parnes has taught coursework at question one must ask when and a support system can Rutgers compliments. considering divorce is: Have I/we invaluable tools to help see you University as well as at Community Colleges throughout New Jersey. Judith After Hurricane Sandy, Wendydone was instrumental in letting know So, too, can writing everything possible to saveneighbors through. yourestablished Elder Life Management in 1987 to assist older adults and their families with issues of elder care planning and management. By providing comprethis marriage? If the answer is not intentions down and recommitting that Heritage House Interiors was there to help. She offered many clients help Jennifer Cory, MS, LCSW & hensive consultation and care management services the quality of life for the older an unequivocal yes, divorce may be to them everyday. in salvaging their furniture, scheduling restoration and replacing their cushions. Stacey Rose, PhD, LCSW premature. Staying focused on the post adult is enhanced, while simultaneously assisting the family with advocacy, She’s been there for them when clients describe the damage to their homes. Divorce Support Net The second critical divorce for education and support. Wendymost spent mostquestion of her adult life life that you desire is: How do I want my life and my yourself and your family, and Ms. Parnes is very active in her local community and is the mother of four adult in college and in a law profession before Most people do not family to emerge from this divorce? cultivating a plan to getchildren. there willThe be daughter of Holocaust survivors, Ms. Parnes never had the benefit of theevery big move This ismaking a question bit as to Galloway, the New difference between an emotional many extended family members or knowing enter a marriage Jersey.as She hasout volunteered EMT that can take years to recover important ironing custody as anfree-fall any grandparents. Upon completion of her driver. As a teenager financial issues, but it is she too volunteered from, at andanthe kind of divorce graduate education, Judith realized that she anticipating divorce. and Reservation in Arizona and oftenIndian overlooked. that transforms, leaving a family wanted to devote her professional career in Healing in divorce starts with band reconfigured but not broken. hen a couple decides to participated in international assuring the quality of life and care of older the ability to identifyNow and commit Jennifer Cory, MS, LCSW, make their love legal, competitions. 29 years old, she adults in our society. to healthy for yourself and Stacey Rose, PhD, LCSW, are the expectation is “til death do us enjoysintentions baking with her boyfriend, In practice more than 20 years, Ms. and your family. co-founders of Divorce Support part”. But as so many people know, volunteering for charity, taking adult Parnes has helped thousands of families in Yes, families can heal post Net, a comprehensive education, marriage is a tough road to hoe.

KYbXm A]``Yf

>iX]h\ G" DUfbYg

W

classes and viewing Dance Theater. If holds you have questions about getting Stacey Rose, PhD, LCSW holds a Jennifer Cory, MS, LCSW, a Master of Social Work from Fordham Master of Science in Social Worktofrom back normal from Hurricane Sandy, Columbia University, as well as a Bachelor Wendy would be happy to make University and a PhD from Walden University in Psychology. She maintains of Social Work from Monmouth University, suggestions for replacing your bedroom, where she graduated withseating, honors. dining or outdoor furniture.a private practice in Ocean township and Red Bank, NJ and is co-founder, She maintains a private practice in Contact Wendy at 609-698-7621with or Jennifer Cory, MS, LCSW, of Red Bank, NJ, and is co-founder, with heritagehouseint@gmail.com. Divorce Support Net. Dr. Stacey Rose, of Divorce Support Net.

Health & Wellness

Photo by Tracy Harman Photography

“ Re -you-venate”

MIND/BODY STUDIO New to the studio? First month $50 UNLIMITED CLASSES

OPEN CLASSES 7 D AY S A W E E K

Yoga Meditation Therapeutic Massage Holistic Services Tai Chi Teacher Training See website for class schedule

WWW.YOGANINE.COM 609.404.0999 SMITHVILLE

609.494.9299 SHIP BOTTOM LBI

Gift Certificates Available for Classes or Massages

The County Woman Magazine The County Woman Magazine

Photo by Tracy Harman Photography

Mar-Apr 2014 Upcoming Events WINTER WORKSHOPS

YOGA 101

8FFL $PVSTF t 'PS 3FBM 'JSTU 5JNF #FHJOOFST Sessions Start Week of March 16th Sunday & Thursday the 20th Then again the week of April 24th Sunday & Thursday the 27th 4QBDF -JNJUFE t CALL FOR DETAILS AND/OR PRE-REGISTRATION Includes 5 weeks of unlimited classes and a “green” top quality latex/jute mat Call NOW or sign up at www.yoganine.com

30 Day Yoga Challenge for Charity-Help the SJAA (AIDS ALLIANCE) April 1-30 Call for information or go to www.yoganine.com

March 21 - 23 Tantric Immersion with Edward Clark Call for information or go to www.yoganine.com

Rope Wall Classes - Smithville 12:30p-1:30p Call for information or go to www.yoganine.com

Retreat to Paradise in Tulum, Mexico March 8 - 13, 2014 Call for information or go to www.yoganine.com

April 4-6 Thai Massage Training Level 2 with Renata Gregorio (LBI)

Call for information or go to www.yoganine.com

Shop In Our Fair Trade Store for Gifts That Give Twice

Organic Cosmetics, Green Products & Therapeutic Massage Unique Jewelry, Bags & Gifts From Around the World www.TheCountyWoman.com www.TheCountyWoman.com

Photo by Paul Dempsey

• • • • • •

the Monmouth and Ocean County area. Services presently offered include applying for Medicaid, and VA benefits, psychotherapy and ongoing care management intervention as the situation arises. For more information please visit www.elderlifemanagement.org or call 732-493-8080.

March/April 2014 March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

15

Live Pain-Free and Get Your Self “Back� on Track

arthritis arises from little joints in the spine caled facet joints. The facet joints

:DQW WR IHHO OLEHUDWHG IURP WKH 3DLQ" /LEHUW\ 3DLQ &HQWHU

'U 0DULDP *KREULHO

:HVW 0DLQ 6WUHHW _ 6XLWH $ )UHHKROG 1-

1K@>D<GDUDIB DI 'IO@MQ@IODJI<G +DIDH<GGT 'IQ<NDQ@ .<DI 0@GD@A

3 6WLP -RLQW ,QMHFWLRQV 5DGLRIUHTXHQF\ 1HUYH ,QMHFWLRQV 6SLQDO &RUG 6WLPXODWRUV 7ULJJHU 3RLQW ,QMHFWLRQV (SLGXUDO 6WHURLG ,QMHFWLRQV

ZZZ OLEHUW\SDLQFHQWHU FRP

The County Woman Magazine

2

Cervical Facet Radiofrequency Neurotomy Use the QR Code below to view the video on this procedure:

CW: What is the success rate of this procedure? Dr. Ghobriel: Success

rates vary but typically 30% to 50% of patients undergoing this procedure will experience significant

CW: What is posttreatment like? Dr. Ghobriel: On the

day after the procedure the patient may return to regular activities. It is common for the neck or back to be sore for a few days due to muscle spasms and irritability while the targeted nerves are dying from the heat lesion. Full pain relief will typically occur about 2 to 3 weeks after the procedure, when the nerves have completely died. We should all continue to exercise, stay fit and maintain a body weight that’s near optimum body mass index. These are all ways that are going to help our spines deteriorate less quickly and strengthen the surrounding muscles.

2

day of the injection patients are advised to avoid driving and doing any strenuous activities. Patients may continue to take normal medications except aspirin or any blood-thinning medications.

joint relief for as long as 2 years. Of the remaining patients, about 50% will get some pain relief for a shorter period. The nerves will eventually grow back, but the patient’s pain may or may not recur. Some patients will not have a recurrence of sacroiliac joint pain.

2

line is started so that adequate relaxation medicine can be given as needed. The patient lies face down on an x-ray table and the doctor numbs a small area of skin. Then I use x-ray guidance to direct a special radiofrequency needle alongside the medial nerves. A small electrical current will then be carefully passed through the needle to assure it is next to the target nerve. This should briefly recreate the usual facet join pain and cause a muscle twitch in the neck or back. The nerves will then be numbed to minimize the joint pain while the lesion is being created. Through inserting a needle along these nerves and raising the temperature of the needle to 80 degrees Celsius for 90 seconds, I am able to deaden the communication of pain from the nerve to the brain. The technique temporarily blocks the pain emanating from a nerve when the source of that pain is arthritis.

2

2

CW: Please explain what is spine arthritic pain. Dr. Ghobriel: Spine

CW: How should a patient prepare for this procedure? Dr. Ghobriel: On the

CW: What happens during the procedure? Dr. Ghobriel: An IV

2

If you suffer from lower back pain or arthritis then you know that performing even the most basic of daily tasks (like taking out the trash or driving) can prove to be challenging.

are small joints located on each side along the length of the spine between vertebrae. They are connected to nerves called the medial branch and dorsal ramus nerves that carry the signal of pain to the brain. The joints can be injured by anything that causes strain to the back including shoveling snow, lifting heavy objects, car accidents, falls, pregnancy, even excessive exercise and sports injuries and most commonly wear and tear with age and genetics. By interrupting the signal that these nerves carry to the brain, we could greatly reduce the level of pain felt, as much as 90% reduction for as long as 6-18 months at a time without surgery or the use of medications. Best of all its a short procedure that only takes 20-30 minutes to do and the patient goes home within the next hour with only bandaids on the skin. It can be repeated over and over when the pain comes back and there is no known long term harm, if done appropriately. It is simply changing lives.

2

Dr. Mariam Ghobriel Liberty Pain Center

Living with chronic pain can interrupt your daily routine and make life very challenging. In fact, back pain is the second most common neurological ailment in the United States. Additionally, a life filled with physical pain can bring up a host of emotions ranging from feelings of hopelessness to mild cases of depression. Fortunately, there are medical professionals like Dr. Mariam Ghobriel who specialize in pain management that can help lead you to an improved quality of life. Dr. Ghobriel is a Pain Management Specialist and anesthesiologist with Liberty Pain Center and is the Chair of the Division of Pain Management at Centrastate Medical Center. One of the procedures she specializes in is called Radiofrequency Neurotomy, also referred to as a medical branch block. If your pain stems from spinal issues or arthritic spine pain then this minimally invasive, outpatient procedure can be just what you need to get your “back� on track. She adds, “We have no technology to reverse arthritis, so we fool the brain into thinking there is no arthritis.�

Testimonial

Dr. Ghobriel is the appointed Chair of the Division of Pain Management at CentraState Medical Center. Dr. Ghobriel completed her fellowship training in interventional pain management at the prestigious Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Following that she joined Liberty Anesthesia as a staff anesthesiologist at Centrastate hospital and now heads the Liberty Pain Center as the Clinical Director. Dr. Ghobriel is double board-certified in anesthesiology and pain management by the American Board of anesthesiology and is the sole in-house pain management specialist at Centrastate hospital. She is responsible for managing acute care patients including but not limited to; spine injuries, cancer pain and postoperative pain. Her training and practice focuses primarily on the treatment of all disorders of the spine and joints using a combination of conservative treatments as well as state of the arts techniques for spine and joint injection and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Ghobriel also takes a personal approach towards managing her patients with focus on how their ailments affect their daily activities, goals, and sense of well-being. She is very active in her community, conducting a series of community lectures to increase the public’s awareness of the latest in pain management techniques and therapies. Dr. Ghobriel is also involved in staff teaching in the field of pain management with lectures conducted for the nursing staff and the family residency physicians. She is also a member of the following societies: America Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, Interventional Spinal Injection Society, American Society of Anesthesiologists and American Medical Association.

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

16

Hear the moments that make memories. When you hear better, life is better.

New technological breakthroughs make hearing aids more powerful, discreet, and easy to use. • Nearly invisible - hides behind or in your ear. • Reduces listening effort in noisy environments. • Enhances phone call clarity. • Virtually eliminates whistling and buzzing.

Now you see it!

Now you don’t!

Total Hearing Care invites you and a guest to join us for our special events to learn more about hearing loss and the tremendous strides hearing technology has made in the past few years. The following events are FREE but space is limited. Call today to reserve your seat!

Special Hearing Workshop

Educational Seminar & Luncheon

Meet our National Hearing Aid Consultant to answer questions and learn how to hear well again.

Learn about hearing loss as well as revolutionary advancements in hearing health.

Neptune: 732-474-8977

Neptune: 732-474-8977

March 6th & 7th • Thursday & Friday

Total Hearing Care: 444 Neptune Blvd., Suite 1

Brick: 732-474-8949

March 10th & 11th • Monday & Tuesday

Total Hearing Care: 525 Jack Martin Blvd., Suite 104

April 1st, 10:00 a.m. • Tuesday

Brennen’s Steakhouse 62 West Sylvania Ave., Neptune City

Brick: 732-474-8949 Total

Hearing April 10th, 10:30 a.m. • Thursday

Sea Girt: 732-800-4581

March 3rd & 4th • Monday & Tuesday March 31st & April 1st • Monday & Tuesday Total Hearing Care: 700 Brooklyn Blvd.

Care& Bar Tuscany Restaurant We Listen, You Hear 1490 Rt. 88 W., Brick Total

Hearing Care

We Listen, You Hear

Enjoy Hearing Again! Like us on Facebook /Total Hearing Care, www.njhearingaids.com Elizabeth W. Cook, M.A., FAAA, Chief Audiologist, NJ Hearing Aid Supervising Dispenser Lic. #697

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

ACCREDITED BUSINESS

March/April 2014

Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry impressions of your teeth and make special thin trays that custom fit your teeth. We dispense a gel containing carbamide peroxide that is placed in the trays daily. We customize the strength of the gel and recommend a time schedule depending on your individual situation. The carbamide peroxide is broken down and oxygen enters the enamel and the second layer of the tooth (dentin) and whitens the teeth. Results are often seen after the first application. Most patients bleach for one to three weeks.

Bonding Written by: Sophia Nichols, D.M.D., M.A.G.D., P.A.

Bonding is the process of using a composite resin material (white filling) to fill a tooth, change its shape, repair a chip or fill in gaps. Bonding can usually be done in one visit and the results can last for many years depending on your hygiene and chewing habits. Bonding materials are susceptible to staining so keeping your mouth clean is imperative.

A beautiful smile can give you a significant confidence boost, enhance your communication Crowns or caps, are placed skills and improve overCrowns, a tooth to restore its original your appearance. shape and function or to improve Your smile is the first thing others usually notice. It says a lot about you. When it comes to cosmetic dentistry, we are very fortunate to be living in the twenty-first century. There are so many advancements and choices, such as bleaching, bonding, crowns and veneers. Let’s review each of them.

Bleaching

If you’re satisfied with the shape of your teeth but want to whiten the natural shade of your enamel, bleaching is a good choice. Teeth become discolored over time from the foods and drinks we ingest and from smoking or chewing tobacco. Even if your teeth aren’t stained, you may just want to brighten them up. Professional bleaching is a chemical procedure used to whiten teeth. The system we use in our office is safe and effective. We take

its appearance. They are necessary when a tooth has been significantly damaged and cannot be restored with a filling. Crowns are completed after two dental visits. The first visit involves reshaping the original tooth and removing decayed and weak areas. Then, an impression of the tooth is taken. A temporary crown is then made to protect the tooth while the permanent crown is custom made in a laboratory. The second visit involves permanently cementing the new crown on the tooth. Crowns have a longer life expectancy than bonding and are stain resistant. They do take longer to complete than bonding (two visits as compared to one for bonding) and are more expensive.

Veneers

Veneers are porcelain coverings that are bonded to the front of the teeth to create a beautiful smile. With

About the Practice‌

The professional office of Dr. Sophia Nichols has served the Monmouth and Ocean County areas for over 20 years. We provide gentle Family Dentistry utilizing state-of-the-art dental technologies. Our purpose is to provide the highest quality dental care for our patients in the most comfortable manner possible. Please call our office to discuss Cosmetic and Restorative procedures that will give you the smile you always dreamed of! Working closely with most insurance carriers enables us to afford you the very best of care. A variety of payment options are offered for your convenience including Visa, MasterCard and Care Credit, a monthly payment plan specially designed for individual dental needs. Day and evening appointments are available and our office is open on alternating Saturdays.

The County Woman Magazine

17 BEFORE

AFTER

today’s technology, these high-tech porcelains are strong, thin and natural. They are individually sculpted and can transform a smile. The available shades are endless. Veneers can correct tooth discoloration, gaps, and misshapen and crooked teeth. Like crowns, they are stain resistant and take two visits to complete. Unlike crowns, less of the original tooth structure has to be removed in order to fabricate them.

Which option is best?

The condition of your teeth and your desired results will determine which option is best for you. In my office we listen to your concerns and develop a treatment plan to meet your needs and fit your budget. One thing is certain, cosmetic dentistry is very exciting for dentists and patients. I experience heartfelt joy every time we hand patients a mirror to see their new smile. The positive expressions on their faces and the way their eyes light up is absolutely wonderful and keeps me inspired. Most of our patients give us a hug when they see their new smile. It makes me so happy to be in this profession. Take a look at the before and after pictures of some of the patients treated in my office. The pictures are not retouched.

6RSKLD 1LFKROV ' 0 ' 0 $ * ' 3 $ Sophia Nichols, D.M.D., M.A.G.D., P.A. )DPLO\ 'HQWLVWU\ ‡ &OHDQLQJV ‡ *XP 7UHDWPHQWV ‡ )LOOLQJV ‡ &URZQV %ULGJHV ‡ &RVPHWLF 'HQWLVWU\ ‡ 7RRWK :KLWHQLQJ ‡ %RQGLQJ ‡ 9HQHHUV /XPLQHHUV ‡ ,PSODQW 5HVWRUDWLRQV ‡ 'HQWXUHV ‡ 5RRW &DQDOV

'U 6RSKLD 1LFKROV 6WDII

1HZ SDWLHQWV DUH DOZD\V ZHOFRPH &DOO RXU RIĂ€FH WRGD\ IRU JHQWOH GHQWLVWU\ LQ D FRPIRUWDEOH VHWWLQJ

5RXWH (DVW %ULFN 1HZ -HUVH\

ZZZ VRSKLDQLFKROVGPG FRP www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

18

What’s New At Dr. Parchment’s Brick Location?

4LKPJHS

It is recommended that you wait until after your last postpartum visit with your doctor (usually 6 weeks after birth) to begin LiLa Body Contouring. It is not recommended if you are breast feeding.

)VHYK *LY[PÄLK 6IZ[L[YPJZ ‹ .`ULJVSVN`

+\X\LZUL )S]K )YPJR 51

> *V\U[` 3PUL 9K 1HJRZVU 51

)25 :20(1 ^^^ TVTZVIN`U JVT

Immediately. Measurable results are seen immediately following each visit. Measurements are taken prior and following all treatments of LiLa Body Contouring.

:L /HISL ,ZWH|VS

:LY]PJLZ //&

How long does it take to begin seeing results?

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

Is everyone a good candidate for LiLa Body Contouring?

ď‚—ď‚–

6JLHU

8<(30;@ =(3<, 8<(30;@ :,9=0*,

How soon after pregnancy can I do it?

ď‚—ď‚–

4VUTV\[O

Liposuction is an invasive procedure that removes the entire area of fat cells from deposits beneath the skin using a hollow stainless steel tube (called a cannula) with the assistance of a powerful vacuum. Liposuction can be accomplished either with the use of general anesthesia, or with IV sedation, or totally by local anesthesia. In contrast, LiLa Body Contouring is a 100% non-invasive treatment that uses a low level laser applied externally to stimulate the fat cell and emulsify and release fat. There is no use of anesthesia, nor any pain, gels, creams, numbing agents, needles and no downtime.

Yes, with two exceptions. If you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant, LiLa Body Contouring should not be used. Additionally, if you have a pacemaker, this treatment may not be for you. There are no known detrimental risks but potential unknown risks may exist. LiLa may not be as effective on patients with diabetes or thyroid disorders where the metabolic system is potentially impaired.

ď‚—ď‚–

You can expect 20 minutes to relax, read, or do absolutely nothing. The LiLa treatment is completely painless. Each treatment you will be met by your technician who will position the laser at the desired areas of the body. Post measurements are followed by 10 minutes of exercising on our Whole Body Vibration Machines. After you are done you can get back to your normal activities immediately with absolutely no downtime, no pain, no swelling or any discomfort. The process has no side effects, with the exception of a welcomed energy boost! A course of 6-10 treatments is usually recommended. Depending

How is it different than liposuction?

Is it safe if I have any medical conditions?

ď‚—ď‚–

What is a treatment like?

ď‚—ď‚–

During the treatment, LiLa uses low-level (cold) laser technology to painlessly melt fat within the fat cells. The fat is released through pores in the cell and is then processed naturally through the lymphatic system. The process is similar to exercise. When a person exercises, triglycerides are released from the fat cells. The more exercise, the smaller the fat cells (adipocytes) become. LiLa Body Contouring works in much the same fashion by pulling the triglycerides from the fat cells. This results in millions of fat cells becoming smaller so inches are reduced off the waist, hips, thighs, and other treated areas. The fat cells are not injured in any way by this process, but are merely shrunk in size.

Results from LiLa Body Contouring are as permanent as if you exercised the inches away, however, you must continue with exercise and a healthy diet to maintain your loss, as with any other healthy program. By maintaining a healthy diet and exercise you can expect long-term results. LiLa Body Contouring is especially ideal for 2 types of people: those that are already following a healthy diet and lifestyle and want to remove localized pockets of fat or lower body fat OR those who want to use LiLa Body Contouring and the recommended lifestyle protocol to “jump start� their slimming efforts as motivation for maintaining a healthier and slimmer lifestyle.

Before • After

No. During the 2 week treatment period you can continue your normal activities. It is strongly recommended that you commit to and follow the treatment protocol: stay hydrated (8-10 glasses of water a day), continue to eat healthy and exercise (walk at least 30 minutes a day) and abstain from alcohol and caffeine. Alcohol and caffeine interfere with the lymphatic process to remove fat and metabolize it which can decrease your results.

Absolutely ZERO downtime. During the treatment you will feel no discomfort, no anesthesia will be used and you can assume normal activities immediately following each treatment.

Is it permanent?

ď‚—ď‚–

ď‚—ď‚–

How does it work?

Is there any downtime?

LiLa Body Contouring along with following the recommended guidelines for success, averages a loss of 2 total inches per treatment abdominally. The results may vary depending on the build of an individual and how much fat is in the desired area. The most noticeable aspect of the LiLa treatment is inch loss and increased energy. An average 20-minute treatment results in a pure body contouring fat loss of approximately 40 to 60 grams, depending on your metabolic rate, and a 10-minute Whole Body Vibration will burn in excess of 140 calories.

Monmouth Ocean Medical Services for Women is pleased to offer Lila Strawberry Laser body-contouring in our Brick office.

ď‚—ď‚–

ď‚—ď‚–

Written By: Alfred B. Parchment, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. Monmouth Ocean Medical Services, LLC

Are there any limitations to what I can do during the treatment periods?

ď‚—ď‚–

What can I expect to lose?

on results required and body areas to be treated, the amount of treatments may vary by each individual.

ď‚—ď‚–

When LiLa is used in conjunction with our Whole Body Vibration unit, several positive things happen to the body: - The lymphatic system drains 300 to 400 percent faster than normal, helping drain the fat melted away during the treatment - Circulation is increased - Bone density increases with each use

Most are good candidates. Even people who are not overweight can lose inches. Be sure to discuss your health background with your physician and ask any questions about your particular areas of concern.

• Ultra-Sounds • Blood Work • Urological Testing Learn more about our doctors and services by calling

732-477-2727

About The Doctor . . . Dr. Parchment is a Board Certified Physician with a specialty in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He received his medical education at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. He received his medical training at Mount Sinai School of Medicine – New York University, where he practiced as a fellow in maternal-fetal medicine. Dr. Parchment has medical privileges at Jersey Shore Medical Center in Neptune, N.J., the Kimball Medical Center in Lakewood, N.J., and the Ocean Medical Center in Brick, N.J. Prior to establishing a successful practice in Ocean and Monmouth County, he was director of obgyn at the Hospital Center at Orange in Essex County, NJ. He also speaks fluent Spanish. Dr. Parchment is an alumnus of the United States Naval Academy, Class of 1987. In his free time, you may see Dr. Parchment at the Lakewood Blue Claws game watching his favorite baseball team, playing his guitar, or in the park with his family. He is father to Alexander Joseph and Alexa Joanne Parchment, as well as husband to the lovely Suzanne K. Parchment.

March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

19

bhmg3076 Chang advertorial Feb-m3 2/21/14 10:59 AM Page 1

Fellowship trained surgeon dedicated to breast health joins Barnabas Health Medical Group, offers access to leading care across Ocean and Monmouth Counties Fellowship-trained breast surgeon Sumy H. Chang, MD, FACS, a boardcertified general surgeon dedicated to breast health, recently joined Barnabas Health Medical Group (BHMG), in partnership with the Jacqueline M. Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center at Monmouth Medical Center and Community Medical Center, to provide women in Monmouth and Ocean Counties with access to the latest prevention, detection and treatment options for breast-related issues. Dr. Chang’s decision to focus on breast health came during her residency, when she learned about a young patient whose breast mass had developed into metastatic breast cancer because she had felt too uncomfortable to see her doctor and

express her concerns. Today, Dr. Chang encourages women to make an appointment at the first sign of any abnormality – masses in the breast or armpit, change in breast skin or dimpling, changes in the nipple, bloody nipple discharge or even a vague sensation that something is amiss. “I’d like to be a positive force in women’s lives and encourage them to see a doctor and seek treatment sooner rather than later,” said Dr. Chang. “Women who receive an early diagnosis have an excellent prognosis.” As part of Barnabas Health, Dr. Chang’s expertise is supported by leading technology, equipment and resources available through the system, allowing women to seek the best in breast health all in the comfort

Sumy H. Chang, MD, FACS Breast Surgeon Board Certified in General Surgery

Dr. Chang is affiliated with Community Medical Center in Toms River and the Jacqueline M. Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, NJ. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Chang, contact: Jacqueline M. Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center at Monmouth Medical Center 300 Second Avenue Long Branch, NJ 07740 732.923.6467 Community Medical Center 67 Highway 37 West Riverwood 1 Building, First Floor Toms River, NJ 08755 732.557.2153

The County Woman Magazine

About Barnabas Health Medical Group Barnabas Health Medical Group is a multi-specialty group practice comprising highly trained and experienced world class primary and specialty care physicians. Barnabas Health Medical Group physicians provide compassionate and innovative cutting edge care for people at every stage of life at easily accessible facilities conveniently located throughout New Jersey. Backed by the vast continuum of resources of Barnabas Health, the largest not-for profit integrated health care delivery system in New Jersey and one of the largest in the nation, our dedicated physicians and expertly trained supporting staff continuously strive for clinical excellence. To learn more, visit barnabashealthmedicalgroup.org. and convenience of their local communities. With offices located at Community Medical Center in Toms River and the Jacqueline M. Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Dr. Chang offers women in both Ocean and Monmouth Counties an opportunity to seek high quality care and local access to all outpatient breast healthcare services – from routine mammography to early detection and treatment of breast cancer or benign breast disease. “Breast health is a very personal disease. My goal is to tailor an individualized plan for each patient and work in partnership with other specialties and disciplines to guide the patient through a process they are both comfortable with and capable of undergoing, with the hope that the patient will be able to recover from the treatment not only medically and physically, but emotionally and mentally as well,” said Dr. Chang. A leader in providing innovative care to meet her patients’ needs, Dr. Chang’s clinical areas of interest include breast surgery – specifically, breast surgical oncology, breast conservation, mastectomy and nipple sparing mastectomy and benign breast disease. She also works with patients who have a family history of breast cancer and require close monitoring due to their high-risk nature of developing the disease.

www.TheCountyWoman.com

Dr. Chang brings with her to Barnabas Health Medical Group a career-long history of specializing in breast care. Prior to joining Barnabas Health Medical Group, Dr. Chang worked as a breast surgical oncologist in a multispecialty group practice in Poughkeepsie, N.Y. She has collaborated with other physicians to present numerous research studies on breast cancer and related issues, including a presentation at the American Society of Breast Disease Annual Symposium entitled “How Breast Cancer Mode of Presentation Affects Stage at Diagnosis: Are 40-50 year olds different?” for which she received The Breast Journal Award. Dr. Chang earned her medical degree from SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn, N.Y. She completed a residency in general surgery at Staten Island University Hospital, N.Y. and a breast surgery fellowship at Beth Israel Medical Center/St. Luke’s-Roosevelt Medical Center in New York City. She is a member of the American Society of Breast Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons, the Surgical Society of Oncology and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Chang, please call 732.923.6467 (Long Branch office) or 732.557. 2153 (Toms River office). Barnabas Health Medical Group accepts most major insurances.

March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

20

What is Infertility? Presented by: Dr. Allen Morgan Morgan Fertility & Reproductive Medicine Shore IVF

Here’s What You Need To Know. Infertility means not being able to get pregnant after one year of trying (or six months if a woman is 35 or older). The following are commonly asked questions about the causes of infertility and ways to increase your chances of conceiving.

Q â?‹

Is infertility a common problem?

Yes. About 10 percent of women (6 million) in the United States have difficulty getting or staying pregnant.

Q â?‹

Is infertility just a woman’s problem?

No, infertility is not always due to the woman. Men can have problems that cause infertility. About one-half of infertility cases are caused by women’s problems. Another one-third of fertility problems are due to the man, and the rest are a combination of both

Q

partners. Luckily, most of these problems can be easily remedied.

Q

What causes infertility in men?

â?‹

Many cases are due to problems with ovulation. Without ovulation, there are no eggs to be fertilized. A woman is not ovulating normally if she has very irregular or absent menstrual periods. Ovulation problems are often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a hormone imbalance problem that can interfere with normal ovulation. PCOS is one of the most common causes of female infertility. Primary ovarian insufficiency (POI), or ovarian failure (premature menopause) is another cause of ovulation problems. POI occurs when a woman’s ovaries stop working normally before she is 40. Blocked fallopian tubes due to pelvic inflammatory disease, endometriosis, or surgery for an ectopic pregnancy can lead to inability for the egg to meet the sperm. Problems with the uterus such as fibroid tumors, which are non-cancerous growths in the muscle on the walls of the uterus, can affect the ability of an embryo to implant on the wall on the uterine lining.

â?‹

Infertility in men is most often caused by a low sperm count or slow moving sperm cells. A varicocoele is an enlarged vein on a man’s testicle(s), which heats the testicles. The heat can affect the number or shape of the sperm and movement of the sperm, leading to slow motility. Sometimes injuries or other damage to the reproductive system block the sperm. Some men are born with a problem that affects his sperm. Illness and injuries are common. Or men may be given testosterone hormone treatments which can lower the sperm count. Genetically, cystic fibrosis often causes infertility in men.

Q

What increases a man’s risk of infertility?

â?‹

A man’s sperm can be affected by his overall health and lifestyle reducing the number of healthy sperm cells. These include; heavy alcohol use, drugs, smoking cigarettes and marijuana, age, environmental toxins, including pesticides and lead. Also, mumps as a child and serious conditions of the kidney, or hormone problems, some medicines, radiation treatment and chemotherapy for cancer may put a man at risk.

Čˆ Čˆ Čˆ Čˆ Čˆ Čˆ

Â? ‹–”‘ ‡”–‹Ž‹œƒ–‹‘Â? Č‹ ČŒ

Â?Â–Â”ÂƒÇŚÂ…Â›Â–Â‘Â’ÂŽÂƒÂ•Â?‹… ’‡”Â? Â?Œ‡…–‹‘Â? ”–‹Ď?‹…‹ƒŽ Â?•‡Â?‹Â?ƒ–‹‘Â? ‘Â?‘” ‰‰ ƒÂ?† ’‡”Â? ‰‰ ‘Â?‘” ”‘‰”ƒÂ? ”›‘’”‡•‡”˜ƒ–‹‘Â? ‘ˆ Â?„”›‘•ǥ ’‡”Â?ÇĄ ƒÂ?† ‰‰•

^^^ TVYNHUMLY[PSP[` JVT ^^^ MHJLIVVR JVT (SSLU4VYNHU4+

Čˆ

Čˆ Čˆ Čˆ Čˆ Čˆ Čˆ

â?‹

‘Ž›…›•–‹… ˜ƒ”‹ƒ� ›�†”‘�‡ ”‡�ƒ–—”‡ ‡�‘’ƒ—•‡

0RQGD\ )ULGD\ $0 30 :HHNHQGV $V 1HFHVVDU\

ƒ’ƒ”‘•…‘’‹… —”‰‡”› ĆŹ ‘„‘–‹… —”‰‡”› ˆ‘” ‹„”‘‹†• Â?†‘Â?‡–”‹‘•‹• ‡Ž˜‹… ƒ‹Â? ˜ƒ”‹ƒÂ? ›•–• ƒŽŽ‘’‹ƒÂ? —„‡ ‡˜‡”•ƒŽ ‹„”‘‹† ”‡ƒ–Â?‡Â?– ›•–‡”‘•…‘’‹… —”‰‡”›ǣ ‘Ž›’•ǥ „Â?‘”Â?ƒŽ Ž‡‡†‹Â?‰

5RXWH :HVW /DNHZRRG 1-

The County Woman Magazine

$GGLWLRQDO 2IÂżFHV )UHHKROG *DOORZD\ &ROWV 1HFN

â?‹

Q

ĆŹ Čˆ Čˆ

Q

What things increase a woman’s risk of infertility?

WK <HDU &HOHEUDWLRQ

ÇĄ Č‚

What causes infertility in women?

Many things can change a woman’s ability to have a baby. Age, smoking, excess alcohol use, stress, poor diet, excessive athletic training, being over or underweight, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), health problems that cause hormonal changes, such as polycystic ovarian syndrome and primary ovarian insufficiency.

How does age affect a woman’s ability to have children?

Many women are waiting until their 30s and 40s to have children. One out of 5 women in the United States now have their first child after age 35. Age is a growing cause of fertility problems. About one-third of couples in which the woman is over 35 have difficulty conceiving. Aging decreases a woman’s chances of having a baby since those eggs

have been there since birth and she does make any new eggs. The chromosomes in the eggs begin to break down and many errors can occur as one ages. Also, age is associated with an increase in miscarriages.

Q â?‹

How long should women try to get pregnant before calling their doctors?

Most experts suggest at least one year. Women 30 or older should see their doctors after six months of trying. A woman’s chances of having a baby decrease rapidly every year after the age of 30. It is a good idea for any woman to talk to her gynecologist or a reproductive endocrinologist before trying to get pregnant. Doctors can help you get your body ready for a healthy baby. They can also answer questions on fertility and give tips on conceiving. In our next issue, Dr. Morgan will discuss the common tests for infertility.

Dr. Allen Morgan of Shore IVF and Reproductive Medicine has been practicing for 20 years and is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. Dr. Morgan teaches OB-GYN residents at Jersey Shore University Medical Center who get their clinical experience in reproductive endocrinology under his tutelage. Dr. Morgan is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopic Surgeons. He is an associate member of the Society of Reproductive Endocrinologists. Dr. Morgan is on the staff of Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch; Riverview Medical Center, Red Bank; Community Medical Center, Toms River; Central State Hospital, Freehold; Kimball Medical Center, Lakewood; Ocean Medical Center, Brick; Jersey Shore Medical Center, Neptune; and Southern Ocean County Hospital, Manahawkin.

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Health

& Wellness

21

Friends, Fitness And Fun At Meridian Fitness & Wellness By Julianne Dods, Meridian Fitness & Wellness

The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) recently named Small Group Training one of the top health and fitness trends of 2014. However, due to the powerful benefits associated with Small Group Training, those in the fitness industry argue that it’s more than a passing fad. Small Group Training is an affordable way for clients to take advantage of a Personal Trainer’s expertise while enjoying the motivation and competitiveness of the group.

The Benefits Of A Small Group “Small Group Training sessions give us the opportunity to work with 3-8 individuals at once who have common goals and skill sets,” says Meridian Fitness & Wellness Certified Personal Trainer, Alexia Mitrushi. “The clients benefit from the camaraderie and energy of the group setting as well as the personalized

attention of one-on-one training since small groups allow us to effectively supervise the execution of movements and make modifications along the way.”

Motivating . . .

Motivating yourself to exercise on a daily basis can become challenging, but recent studies conducted by IHRSA conclude that working out with friends provides accountability and encouragement which boost selfconfidence and exercise adherence.

Challenging . . .

“One of my most successful Small Group Training classes is INSANITY which I teach 3 times a week,” says Mitrushi. “INSANITY is a cardio-based, total body conditioning program that utilizes the principles of MAX Interval Training. In a small group setting, INSANITY members receive a safe, challenging workout with the added benefit of friendly competition and motivation.”

“Small Group Training offers me oneon-one attention with a personal trainer and accountability provided by the other members in the class. You feel like you’re taking the class with a team,” says Sean Donovan, 26, of Hazlet. “I enjoy the circuit training and always leave class feeling accomplished.” Whether you are looking for equipment based, skill specific or goal orientated programs, Meridian Fitness & Wellness offers a wide variety of Small Group Training classes to fit any client, regardless of age or fitness level. “With Small Group Training, you get fantastic results in a short amount of time,” says Ingrid Baird, 42, of

Fun & Effective . . .

Small Group Training is a great way to track your progress and maintain consistency as you work towards your ultimate goals. Simply put, Small Group Training is just more fun than exercising alone and more effective than traditional Group Fitness.

Keansburg. “Alexia’s INSANITY class makes me feel like I am getting specialized attention from my trainer, but I definitely push myself more with the group than I would if no one was looking.” If you’re looking for additional support to your health and fitness goals this year, find a friend (or several) and try Small Group Training. This may be the push you need to surpass those health and fitness resolutions! For more information on how Small Group Training can accelerate your fitness and change your life or to find out more about Meridian Fitness & Wellness, visit www.MeridianFitnessandWellness.com or call (732)335-4200, today!

GET STARTED 7-DAY TRIAL MEMBERSHIP The professional and friendly staff at Meridian Fitness & Wellness is here to help you every step of the way so that trying something new is fun and rewarding. With 100+ classes each week, 75 Certified Trainers and programs such as BodyPump™, TRX and Spin, workouts are never boring. Find the motivation you need. Join Meridian Fitness & Wellness today, and change your life.

Julianne Dods Vice President, Meridian Fitness & Wellness

(above) Certified Personal Trainer, Alexia Mitrushi, teaches her Insanity class three times a week at Meridian Fitness & Wellness in Hazlet.

The County Woman Magazine

Join Meridian Fitness & Wellness’ social networking followers on www.TheCountyWoman.com

Get Your Complimentary 7-DAY VIP PASS at

www.MeridianFitnessandWellness.com. Must be 18 years of age or older. First time user. ID Required. See Club for Details.

March/April 2014

Fashion

22

&

Beauty

Do You Shop Online? Buyer Beware! After this very cold and snowy winter, we are all looking forward to spring!

I

n last month’s issue, I focused on the importance of shopping in a boutique versus a department store. This month, I would like to bring to your attention the importance of shopping in a boutique versus on-line shopping. Here is a perfect example: On a segment of the January 30th Today show, National Correspondent Tamron Hall wore a new expensive outfit that she had purchased online. She shared with the viewers that on her way to work her skirt ripped apart and her top was unraveling at the seams. She had the wardrobe department replace her skirt, however, it was a poor match. She wanted the viewers to understand why her appearance was mismatched that day. You cannot discern the quality of workmanship, nor the fit by viewing an outfit on-line. We pride ourselves in carrying quality merchandise and enjoy helping our customers find pieces that work best for them in their wardrobes. We’re ready to help you brighten and enhance your clothing and accessories, whether it is for everyday or for special occasions. For new trends this spring, you will find many items in navy (the new black). Clothing with illusion effects are very popular in both casual and evening wear. You’ll see lots of prints in bold and pastel colors in dresses, tops and pants. For those of you who prefer black and white, not to worry, they are always popular and fashionable. In all aspects of fashion, lace is becoming very important. We are getting new items every day. There is an increase of deliveries these months, but as you know, we get limited quantity of pieces in each style. In our special occasion evening wear, we only purchase one of each piece representing that style. So, come in frequently and check out our daily new arrivals or even just to browse. As always, we’re ready and happy to assist you! If you are looking for a mother of the bride or groom dress or gown, we have a fabulous selection to choose from in a wide range of sizes, fabrics and styles. If you are fortunate enough to find your size and color in stock, you can purchase the dress right off the rack. I can’t stress how important it is not to wait too long before beginning your search! Many manufacturers do not carry stock and it takes quite a while to receive orders. Maria, our wonderful seamstress will tailor anything you may need altered for a small fee. Just call for an appointment! We are looking forward to seeing you soon, Lynne & Staff

Lynne Goldberg, owner of Lynne’s Fashion Boutique, has been in the women’s retail clothing business since 1989, and her boutique has evolved and changed along with the times. Specializing in mother of the bride or groom, she also carries a wide selection of casuals, sportswear, and accessories that will allow you to dress well and feel comfortable everyday for any occasion.

• We carry sizes 2 to 20. • A wonderful selection of evening attire, specializing in the perfect mother-of-the-bride and groom dresses and gowns. • Fabulous jewelry. • Sportswear. • Belts and accessories. • Handbags and more!

Since 1999

31 Church Street • Little Silver, NJ • (732) 530-5443 www.lynnesfashionboutique.com Inspirational Quotes

Hours Tuesdays - Fridays 10:30 am to 6:00 pm • Saturdays 10:30 am to 5:00 pm • Closed Sunday & Monday

$SULO LV 1DWLRQDO 6WUHVV $ZDUHQHVV 0RQWK

+HUH DUH VRPH WLSV IURP WKH H[SHUWV RQ FRSLQJ ZLWK \RXU HYHU\ GD\ DQ[LHWLHV ´%HLQJ LQ FRQWURO RI \RXU OLIH DQG KDYLQJ UHDOLVWLF H[SHFWDWLRQV DERXW \RXU GD\ WR GD\ FKDOOHQJHV DUH WKH NH\V WR VWUHVV PDQDJHPHQW ZKLFK LV SHUKDSV WKH PRVW LPSRUWDQW LQJUHGL HQW WR OLYLQJ D KDSS\ KHDOWK\ DQG UHZDUGLQJ OLIH ¾ 0DULOX +HQQHU ´7KHUH PXVW EH TXLWH D IHZ WKLQJV WKDW D KRW EDWK ZRQ¡W FXUH EXW , GRQ¡W NQRZ PDQ\ RI WKHP ¾ 6\OYLD 3ODWK

The County Woman Magazine

´2UJDQL]DWLRQ LVQ¡W DERXW SHUIHF WLRQ LW¡V DERXW HIĂ€FLHQF\ UHGXFLQJ VWUHVV DQG FOXWWHU VDYLQJ WLPH DQG PRQH\ DQG LPSURYLQJ \RXU RYHUDOO TXDOLW\ RI OLIH Âľ &KULVWLQD 6FDOLVH

´7KHUH¡V D ORW RI VWUHVV RXW WKHUH DQG WR KDQGOH LW \RX MXVW QHHG WR EHOLHYH LQ \RXUVHOI $OZD\V JR EDFN WR WKH SHUVRQ WKDW \RX NQRZ \RX DUH DQG GRQ¡W OHW DQ\ERG\ WHOO \RX DQ\ GLIIHUHQW EHFDXVH HYHU\RQH¡V VSH ´6WUHVV LV VRPHWKLQJ WKDW¡V FUHDWHG FLDO DQG HYHU\RQH¡V DZHVRPH ¾ 0F.D\OD 0DURQH\ LQ WKH PLQG EDVLFDOO\ ,W¡V KRZ ZH ORRN DW WKLQJV 6R RXU JUHDWHVW GHIHQVH DJDLQVW VWUHVV LV WKH DELOLW\ ´%HLQJ EXV\ LV D GLVWUDFWLRQ DQG , WR FKDQJH RXU PLQGV WR FKDQJH RXU DP VXUH WKDW GRLQJ QRWKLQJ UHVWLQJ DQG VOHHSLQJ DUH DOO JRRG FXUHV IRU WKLQNLQJ ¾ *ROGLH +DZQ PRGHUQ OLIH , DP QRW VXJJHVWLQJ ZH www.TheCountyWoman.com

DOO GR QRWKLQJ EXW VOHHS KRZHYHU VRPHWLPHV VWRSSLQJ ORQJ HQRXJK WR œEH¡ FDQ EH YHU\ SRZHUIXO ¾ -RDQQD 5XQFLPDQ ´([HUFLVH LV UHDOO\ LPSRUWDQW WR PH LW¡V WKHUDSHXWLF 6R LI ,¡P HYHU IHHOLQJ WHQVH RU VWUHVVHG RU OLNH ,¡P DERXW WR KDYH D PHOWGRZQ ,¡OO SXW RQ P\ L3RG DQG KHDG WR WKH J\P RU RXW RQ D ELNH ULGH DORQJ /DNH 0LFKLJDQ ¾ ² 0LFKHOOH 2EDPD March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

23

The focus is on you Bella Derma’s founder, The focus board-ceris on you Bella founder, PEEL: board-cerCPGDerma’s RESURFACE This CPG peel helps RESURFACE bring a PE tified plastic surgeon Dr. Christophertifi P.ed Godek, plasticMD, surgeon and Dr. Christopher Godek, MD, while and luminous luminous glowP. to the skin reducing fi glow ne lines, to the s size, and improving overall decreasing texture. pore size, and i his trained staff strive to exceed our patients’ his trained expectations. staff strive todecreasing exceed ourpore patients’ expectations. Each patient receives an individualized Each skin patient carereceives plan an individualized skin care plan CPG SKIN CLARIFYING PEEL:CPG This superfi SKINcial CLARIFYIN peel optimzied to achieve their unique beauty optimzied goals. to We achieve are their unique beauty goals. We are combines salicylic acid and azelaic with combines retinol salicylic which has acid an pleased to provide various products and pleased services to provide that are various products and services that are revolutionized the treatment of acne.revolutionized This skin clarifying the treatm administered with the latest technology. administered with the latest technology. peel helps to control acne while givingpeel the helps skin ato smoother control acne Our services include chemical peels, microdermabrasion Our services include chemical peels, microdermabrasion texture and a healthy glow. This peel istexture supported and abyhealthy home glow using the Pristine Precision Diamondusing Peel System, the Pristine facials, Precision Peel facials, care Diamond products to aidSystem, in the benefi ts ofcare this products treatment. to aid in the and various injectable treatments. and various injectable treatments. MID LEVELfor PEELS penetrate the deeper LEVEL levels PEELS of pe Chemical Peels are recommended forChemical exfoliation Peels of the are recommended exfoliation of theintoMID the skin, making these peels more effective the skin, at making reducing these p outermost surface of the skin. Peels outermost improve many surface skin of the skin. Peels improve many skin fi ne lines and balancing skin pigmentation. fi ne lines Mid-level and balancing peels sk problems, such as acne and sun damage. problems, Chemical such peels as acne and sun damage. Chemical peels also stimulate collagen production, also stimulate in tighter collagen skin pro also stimulate collagen production, thereby also stimulate reducingcollagen aging production, thereby reducing aging resulting with better tone. with better tone. and sagging of the skin. We have the and following sagging peels of thetoskin. We have the following peels to choose from: choose from: MICRODERMABRASION, in MICRODERMABRASI combination with GLYCOLIC PEEL: A glycolic peel GLYCOLIC removes accumuPEEL: aA chemical glycolic peel accumupeel,removes is an ideal treatment a chemical for our peel, patients is an id lated dead cells and helps minimizelated the dead appearance cells and of helps the appearance of those with minimize pigmentation concerns, or with with pigmentation thick or conc enlarged pores. Made of 20–75% glycolic enlarged acid,pores. it works Made to ofsun-damaged 20–75% glycolic skin.acid, it works to sun-damaged skin. make skin appear healthier, lighter, and make brighter. skin appear healthier, lighter, and brighter. MICRO-NEEDLING is a collagen and MICRO-NEEDLING elastin-producing is treatment wrinkles, treatment skin which texture, reduces SALICYLIC PEEL: This peel softens SALICYLIC dead cellsPEEL: and This peel which softensreduces dead cells and improves minimizes pores andtoaids in medical minimizes skin care pores product and aids in exfoliates, stimulating the epidermal exfoliates, layer to enhance stimulating the the epidermal layer enhance the grade absorbtion. Micro-needling can be combined absorbtion. with Micro-needlin other body’s natural collagen and elastin production. body’s natural The salicylic collagen and elastin production. The salicylic treatments including to smooth treatments out including fine lines injec peel is perfect for acne patients because peel of is the perfect antibacterial for acne patients because of the injectables antibacterial and wrinkles. and wrinkles. and anti-inflammatory properties of the andpeel. anti-inflammatory properties of the peel.

LACTIC BRIGHT PEEL: This peel LACTIC can help BRIGHT remove PEEL: This peel can help remove undesirable signs of aging such as discoloration, undesirableroughness, signs of aging such as discoloration, roughness, Board certified plastic surgeon and fine lines. and fine lines.

Christopher P. Godek, MD, FACS developed exclusive CPG SKIN BRIGHTENING PEEL: CPG SKIN This peel BRIGHTENING is PEEL: anThis peel is medical-grade skin care lineof forsun designed to improve the texture anddesigned appearance to improve of sun the texture and appearance his patients. These products are damaged skin. A mask is applied in-offi damaged ce and skin. youAwill mask is applied in-office and you will formulated to enhance results continue to follow an at-home skin continue regimen. to Within follow36an at-home skin Within 36 after regimen. facial rejuvenation hours, and over a period of 4 days, hours, light and to moderate over a period of 4 days, light to moderate treatments and are also peeling will occur. After one week, areas peeling of freckling will occur. will After onerecommended week, areas as ofpart freckling of yourwill appear lighter, and skin texture improves. appear lighter, and skin texture improves. daily skin care regimen.

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

Board certified plastic su Christopher P. Godek, MD, developed an exc medical-grade skin care li his patients. These produc formulated to enhance r after facial rejuven treatments and ar recommended as part o daily skin care reg

March/April 2014

Law

24

Finding The Light At The End Of The Tunnel Has anyone seen the sun recently?

It has been a long, cold and hard winter for all of us. The year 2014 seems to be on a perpetual two-hour delay, figuratively and literally (you parents out there know what I’m talking about). As the spring approaches and the snow begins to melt, many of us will still be left with the feeling of being buried…buried in debt. It’s an uneasy feeling, one that permeates through our everyday actions. We feel it when we’re getting ready for our day. We feel it driving to work. We feel it when we interact with our spouse, our children or our loved ones. We feel it when we try to go to sleep. It can be a helpless feeling…like constantly being barraged with snow and lousy weather – things we don’t have control over. The theme of this article is that you d­ o­have control over your debt, it’s just a matter of taking action. There is no hole too big or too difficult to dig out from underneath. Here are a few things to keep in mind as you take that first step:

1

Don’t be afraid. I cannot tell you how many clients come into my office with unopened envelopes of credit card bills and mortgage statements. It’s a coping mechanism. If I don’t open the mail, then it is not a concern...it’s not real. Don’t be afraid of your position. It is what it is – it’s about how we are going to fix it that matters. Acknowledging the problem is an important first step.

2

Communicate. Being in debt can be a very lonely feeling. We all want to pay

our bills. It is a matter of pride. In fact, many of the people I help are current on their present obligations and have outstanding credit, but are overwhelmed with the amount in which they owe. Many of my clients feel isolated from their friends and family – even their spouse – because of trying to “keep up” an image or lifestyle that is simply no longer sustainable. Communicate with those who matter and seek help. I can assure you are not alone.

3

Protect Yourself Against Foreclosure, Judgments & Harassing Creditors We are a debt relief agency that helps people file for relief under the bankruptcy code Chapter 7 & 13 Individual, Business and Creditor Representation Payment Plans Available

Bankruptcy • Criminal Defense

Be proactive. There are solutions to any and all debt related problems. Every

situation is unique and requires a different analysis based upon the specific circumstances pertaining to one’s assets and liabilities. No two cases are alike. The important thing to remember is that, unless you are proactive, nothing will change. I treat every consultation as an information session. It’s an opportunity for you to receive the information you need about bankruptcy and other debt solution options, and it is an opportunity for me to set a strategic course for helping a client find relief. I hope this article proved helpful in not giving up hope and trying to move forward. Like with this winter passing, there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

Contact Straffi & Straffi today for a free consultation. 732-341-3800.

Enter To Win

Daniel Straffi Jr., Esq. www.straffiandstraffi.com 670 Commons Way Toms River, NJ

Conveniently Located Directly Off Of the Parkway

732.341.3800

Free Consultations

Daniel Straffi, Jr. was admitted to practice in the States of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, as well as the District Court of New Jersey in 2001. A graduate of Boston College in 1998 and Rutgers-Camden School of Law in 2001, he began his legal career in 2001 serving as a judicial law clerk for the Presiding Judge of Family Law in Mercer County, the Hon. Lee Forrester, P.J.F.P. After completing his clerkship, Mr. Straffi was an associate at the law firm Cooper Levenson for two years where he concentrated his practice on the area of negligence defense. In 2004, he joined his father's law practice. He has focused his practice on representing individuals and businesses in the areas of bankruptcy, divorce and criminal defense. He is further an active member of the NJ and Ocean County Bar Associations.

Enter to Win a Pair of Tickets to See One of Four Great Shows! You had me at goodbye!

“PURE UNADULTERATED HUMOR.”

Like Us on Facebook to Enter or Clip and Return the Coupon Below!

“Sweet & Sassy!”

- The Daily Beast

- NY Times

Name: ______________________________________________________________________________

Ben Brantley, New York Times Concept, Lyrics & Choreography by

RUTHE PONTURO

The

ORIGINAL

Music by

JOHN THOMAS FISCHER

PARODY

Directed by

MARK WALDROP

n bratio l cele y! usica and famil m l yfu ve A jof life, lo o

of

Fifty Shades of Grey Directed by

Al Samuels Rob Lindley

NAMSTOP IN E OF TH LOV E E An original musical inspired by the true story of a Broadway producer’s wife who is suddenly jilted by her husband after decades of marriage. Determined to celebrate a new chapter in her life, she turns to her wickedly witty friends, who together sing, dance and laugh their way through the ripple effects of divorce and self-discovery.

For Tickets TELECHARGE.COM or (212) 239-6200 DR2 Theatre │ 103 East 15th Street, NYC

Premium Seats Available TilDivorceTheMusical.com

I AM NOT MY HAIR

STOP IN THE NAME OF LOVE

SIN

GLE

IA MY M NO HAIR T LAD

IES

SINGLE LADIES

RES

RESPECT

Phone: (_______)________________________ Email: _______________________________________

TYRONE “VERY FUNNY” and TYR “WITTY” PEC I AM HAIR T O

NE

- Chicago Tribune

MY

RE

p Buyer & Cellar p Til Divorce Do Us Part p 50 Shades p Sistas

I AM NOT MY HAIR T NOOT I AM HA NIR

STOP IN THE IMYAMY HAIR T SINGLE LADIES NAME OF LOVE EC M MILY F WE A SINGLE LADIES DIES RESP NOT A R ARE FA LA

WE

M E TTYROILY “A Winner!” PEINCTHE NE

GLE

SIN

RES

W

OP E AI ILY DIERES NAMSTOP IN P IN THEOHE HAPPYWDAY S PECT-NYST YREDAOFY LOVE TYROENEARE FA ONE PPPBeacon M GLE LA E OF TSTO FAMMY ASIN OH HANALME CIOU H OF LOV ORDOH HAPPY S THDAY LOVNAEME TYRYMILY E E HAIRNOOTT E N IR I Y LOV OH PPY DA RESPSINECT OP INOEC AM NOT TOT GLE I AM IOHAUS Y DA - Cosmopolitan PEC SPE F T HAOHPPHAY DA RES GOD I AM SNRE LAD PRM ECY TYROMYNEHAIR APP NAMIR ECT T Y IES RD HH PEC BLE MY RESP HA T S H LO IE E S TO T HILD S 308 W 46th LAD YCTheatre, T I ATM St RESPEC Call 866-811-4111 or Visit 50SHADESTHEMUSICAL.COM TYR LELuke’s St. DA G Y PEC PP NO ONE Telecharge.com IA SINOH HA S212.239.6200 • SistasTheMusical.com MY IR NOT THE ELEKTRA THEATRE at Times Square RES ES for groups callI AM MY M NO Arts Center HAHAIR BL MY Special rates 212.977.5925 D OH HAIR T GO E CHILD NE 300 W. 43rd St. HAP TH RESPYRECO T PY NOT DAY T AM HAIR E E I 50_Shades.NJWomen.4.75x11.5.4C.indd 1 2/4/14 12:46 PM TH Y Y RES M P IN LOV Y DA PEC STOME OF APP T HH NA

OH

HAP

“HILARIOUS!” RES PY

DAY

The County Woman Magazine

T

PEC

RES

O

City: _________________________________________ State: __________ Zip: ___________________

Barrow Street Theatre 27 Barrow Street at 7th Ave.

photos of original Off Broadway Cast.

SmartTix.com (212) 868-4444

Address: ____________________________________________________________________________

T

PEC

RES

Mail To: The County Woman • P.O. Box 619 • Turnersville, NJ 08012 One entry per person. Multiple entries will be disqualified. Entrants may enter for tickets to multiple shows. Entries will be accepted through March 31st, 2014. Some shows will be drawn sooner based upon run date. Winners are responsible to redeem their tickets. No refunds or exchanges. Transportation or meals will not be provided. Company does not provide any personally identifiable information to these third party ad servers or ad networks without your consent.

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

L Law aw

24

25

G\UfYX DUfYbh]b[ 5bX 8]jcfWY Obviously it is better if both parents can be involved in the daily lives of their children, rather than one parent being assigned to a weekend or a Disneyworld parent role, where he/ she only spends time with the children every other weekend.

P�������� ��: L�� O������ �� L���� M. D’O���, L.L.C.

D

ivorce today is most likely very different then it was 20 or even 10 years ago. Many men today are very involved parents. They care for the daily needs of their children, help with homework, coach their sports teams, and care for them while their spouse is working.

Times have changed ... In certain cases that I have been involved with, it is becoming more common that men enjoy extensive parenting time with their children, not the typical every other weekend schedule that men enjoyed in the 1970s and 1980s. Today, many families who divorce choose to establish parenting schedules where the children enjoy certain days overnight each week with one parent or the other, and also alternate weekends. This enables both of the parents to continue an active role in the lives of their children.

Play Winners

Congratulations

It should be noted, thatthat these shared parenting arrangements work best where both parties get along, the parties live in the same or in nearby towns, and where neither party has a career that requires excessive work hours or travel. Additionally the shared parenting arrangement should be implemented to maintain the status quo that the parties established during their marriage, not to establish an arrangement that is merely selfserving for purposes of the divorce. It takes diligence ... Practically speaking, there are obstacles to shared parenting. It is not the easy choice. It requires parents and children to be diligent. Items such as backpacks, books and clothes must be transported between mom’s house and dad’s house. As we are dealing with children and their belongings, numerous items may get misplaced and there may be many instances where a child discovers that he left something at mom’s house when he needs it at dad’s house. These are all the practicalities of dealing with this sort of parenting arrangement.

Shared parenting is probably most difficult with teenagers or college age kids as they are the least malleable. They will probably be the most resistant to change and object to shuttling their belongings back and forth between their parents’ homes. For them, life is easiest where there is a full refrigerator, their XBox and someone who does their laundry. In establishing any parenting schedule for teenagers or college age kids, it is recommended to take their concerns into account and to adapt to what they want, rather than force the schedule that the parent wants on them.

0E[ 3Jà GIW SJ 0EYVE 1 (¸3VWM 00' % PE[ à VQ HIHMGEXIH XS XLI TVEGXMGI SJ HMZSVGI QIHMEXMSR ERH GSPPEFSVEXMZI HMZSVGI

(MZSVGI 1IHMEXMSR 0MXMKEXMSR 'SPPEFSVEXMZI (MZSVGI

4SWX .YHKQIRX (MZSVGI )RJSVGIQIRX SJ (MZSVGI .YHKQIRXW 'LMPH 7YTTSVX ERH %PMQSR] 1SHMĂ GEXMSRW 3YX SJ 7XEXI 6IPSGEXMSRW [MXL 'LMPHVIR 4SWX .YHKQIRX (MZMWMSR SJ 6IXMVIQIRX %WWIXW +IRIVEP *EQMP] 0E[ 'LMPH 'YWXSH] 4EVIRXMRK 8MQI -WWYIW (=*7 1EXXIVW

'IVXMĂ IH F] XLI 7YTVIQI 'SYVX SJ 2I[ .IVWI] EW E 1EXVMQSRMEP 0E[ %XXSVRI]

Although shared parenting may not be the easy choice, it can be rewarding. Both parties are able to maintain that day-today contact with their children and remain a part of their daily lives. It should be something that is considered by the parties on a case-by-case basis.

*VII 8IPITLSRI 'SRWYPXEXMSR [[[ PEYVEHSVWMPE[ GSQ 6IGOPIWW 4PEGI 6IH &ERO 2.

If you have legal concerns, call the Law Offices of Laura M. D’Orsi, L.L.C.,

Call 732-741-3121 www.lauradorsilaw.com

Also, a certain responsibility goes hand in hand with a shared parenting arrangement. If it is Dad’s day and little Anthony wakes up with a stomach flu, Dad is the one who has to call into work and take Anthony to the doctor. Both parents need jobs and employers with flexibility to work with this sort of parenting schedule.

PHSVWM$PEYVEHSVWMPE[ GSQ *E\

Laura D’Orsi Holmdel, New Jersey, Laura D’Orsilives wasinraised in Monmouth and was raised Monmouth County. She isincertified by County the Supreme New Jersey. Ms. Jersey D’Orsiasis aCertified by Court of New Matrimonial the Supreme Court New Jerseymatrimonial as a Law Attorney andof practices Matrimonial Law Attorney. She practices law in Red Bank, at the Law Offices of matrimonial law in Red Bank, Laura M. D’Orsi, LLC. SheNew has Jersey, been the Law attorney Offices of Laura M. D’Orsi, aatlicensed since 1990 and has L.L.C. Ms.matrimonial D’Orsi has been practiced lawa licensed exclusively for attorney 1990. has practiced 11 years.since Laura is aShe member of thematJersey rimonial law exclusivelyLaw for 11 years. and She isis a Shore Collaborative Group a member Mediator. of the Jersey Shore Collaborative Certified She regularly assists the Law Group is a Certified Court withand Court ordered Mediator. mediations. In She regularly assists the Court addition to practicing law,with Ms.Court D’Orsi has ordered Mediations. Previously,women’s in addition also helped run a battered shelter to practicing law, Ms. D’Orsi helped run a very in Essex County, which was a project battered women’s gratifying to her.shelter in Essex County, New Jersey.

&RQJUDWXODWLRQV 7R 2XU 3OD\ :LQQHUV )URP 7KH 0D\ -XQH ,VVXH

Â˜Ă„ĂƒÂźĂ‡ÂśĂ‰ĂŠĂ ÂśĂ‰žĂ„ĂƒĂˆ ÉÄ É½º ¼à œÎ žĂƒĂƒÂşĂ‡Ăˆ

ÇÄ ÄÊÇ Â&#x;ÂśĂƒĂŠÂśĂ‡ĂŽÂ„Â›º¡Ă‡ĂŠÂśĂ‡ĂŽ žĂˆĂˆĂŠÂşv 'HERUDK & 6KLUOH\ 6 7UDFH\ : &KDUOHV ) 6DQG\ / 0D\ * 6WHYHQ 6 “ HE COOLEST ,UHQH % 0DGHOLQH 7 (OOLH & 'RQQD % (GZDUG 1 /LQGD 5 9LULJLQD 0 T 'RUHHQ . $WFR &KDUOHV ) %HDFKZRRG â€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` ( T\ZPJHS QV\YUL JHU ^VTLU VM (MYPJHU (TLYP V 4HY` 1 )SPNL T )LZZPL :TP[O [

MYV

Music

is Universal.

NER 2011al WIN town Internation Mid l Theatre Festiva

Z` š − NY Times

¸:^LL[ HUK :HZ

Y Beacon

¸( >PUULY š − N

UK Z\JJLLKZ PU ¸:PZ[HZ KHYLZ H Z L_WLYPLUJL THU L_WSVYPUN H ^V TPSP[` HUK ZHZZ ^P[O O\TVY O\

0 36=, 0; š

−Hinton Battle, rd Winner 3 Time Tony Awa

TheCounty CountyWoman WomanMagazine Magazine The 46th St ATRE, 308 W ST. LUKE’S THE ! WT H[ ! WT :\U ;O\Y WT : .239.6200 E.COM 212 ARG ECH TEL sical.com SistasTheMu

SOKOLETSKI

7LQD 6 %ULFN

PHOTOS BY LEON

0DU\ 0 %ULJDQWLQH

$UOHQH % 0D\V /DQGLQJ

www.TheCountyWoman.com www.TheCountyWoman.com

&DWK\ 0 6WDWHQ ,VODQG 1<

July/August2014 2012 March/April

26

Specialty Cakes

&

Chocolate Novelties

An “Egg�stra Special Easter Treat After this long, cold winter it is no surprise that everyone is looking forward to spring! With that in mind, I thought it would be fun to learn a little bit about the relationship between the Easter/Passover season and the “egg�.

By Lisa Porada
Owner, Cake Designer Chocolate Carousel

Chocolate Carousel is an oldfashioned bakery and sweet shop featuring homemade specialty cakes for all occasions, desserts, hand-dipped chocolates and novelties located in Wall, NJ.

Eggs have been long viewed as symbols of new life and fertility. It is believed that because of their relationship to new life, eggs were used as a symbol during springtime celebrations worldwide throughout history. Many traditions and practices have formed around eggs. In historical times in Europe, it was forbidden to eat eggs during Lent. Therefore, any eggs that were laid during the 40-day period were boiled in order to preserve them. The boiled eggs became a traditional part of the Easter meal and were considered a

Chocolate Egg Nests

1 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk 2 Cups semisweet chocolate chips 2 5 oz. cans thin chow mein noodles Egg Shaped Candies or Jordan Almonds Line 2 baking sheets with foil and coat with nonstick cooking spray Heat condensed milk and chocolate chips over low heat stirring often until melted and blended together smooth. Place noodles in a large bowl, pour chocolate mixture over them and toss until coated. Drop ½ cup amounts onto baking sheets forming mounts into nests. Make a depression in the center of nest and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Once set, peel away from foil and fill with egg shaped candies. Enjoy!

special treat for children. At the Passover Seder, a hardboiled egg dipped in salt water symbolizes both new life and the Passover sacrifice offered at the Temple in Jerusalem. The coloring of eggs began to make these treats even more special. It has become an art form over time with eggs being dyed and painted at Easter time. In modern times, eggs have been used as part of many springtime games like egg hunts and egg rolls. These traditional “egg games� take place in cities and towns all around the nation with the most famous one being the annual White House Easter egg hunt! While decorated eggs have become a symbol of the Easter season, I prefer an Easter egg of a sweeter variety! In this article I have shared a few favorite Easter Egg related dessert recipes which I thought you might enjoy. These are easy to make and a sweet way to honor the Easter egg!

One Bowl Brownie Eggs

4 oz. Unsweetend Chocolate ž Cups Butter 2 Cups Sugar 3 Eggs 1 tsp. Vanilla 1 Cup Flour 1 Cup Chopped Nuts (optional) HEAT oven to 350°F. LINE 13x9-inch pan with foil, with ends extending over sides. Grease foil; set aside. Microwave chocolate and butter in large microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 min. or until butter is melted. Stir until chocolate is completely melted. Add sugar; mix well. Blend in eggs and vanilla. Stir in flour and nuts until well blended; spread into prepared pan. BAKE 30 to 35 min. or until toothpick inserted in center comes out with fudgy crumbs. Once Completely cool, use foil handles to lift brownies from pan. Cut into egg shapes with 3-inch oval cookie cutter. Decorate with decorating gels and candies to resemble Easter eggs.

LɉČ?ČƒȨǸȾɜɴ ǸȰČ?É• ŃĽ ČŁÉ„ČƒÉ„ȾǸÉœČ?

ASK LISA:

Q Q

What is the shelf life of chocolate?

The shelf life of chocolate is approximately 2-4 months. Of course, the shelf life of chocolate is shorter if it is not stored properly. Chocolate should be stored in a cool dry environment in an airtight container. Chocolate usually has a best before date and not an expiration date, so that it may still be safe to eat after the date has passed but it may lose some depth of flavor with time.

+HUHsV WR WKH *URRP flavor and on how elaborate or

bridal consultation is, “What

detailed the design is. is a groom’s cake?� The Does a higher priced chocolate meanexactly I am purchasing aTradition quality says the groom’s groom’s cake is a tradition cake should be displayed made popular in the Southern product? beside the wedding cake and part of the United States, but

Price is not a fair indicator of the quality of chocolate. In theory it would make sense that highershould qualityserve chocolate, with as an alternative has mainstreamed everywhere to the cake. That recent times. It’s a great higher levels of cocoa, would be pricier. However, buyer beware, some retailersin are charging a high price even forwedding lower grade is no longer the only option. way to make the groom feel products. There are a few things you can do to determine a good quality chocolate. Check the date the chocolate was made, smell Today’s budget conscious and a part of the festivities and to the chocolate since chocolate should smell like chocolate, observe whether thehonor chocolate a glossyorappearance a snap upon practical and minded couples often him at has the wedding optproduct. to serve the groom’s cake rehearsalyou dinner. W������ B�test, L��� P�����, breaking it and last but not least, taste it! If it passes these you can rest assured are Once, gettingviewed a quality O���� ��� C��� D������� �� C�������� C�������, An old-fashioned bakery and sweet shop featuring homemade specialty cakes for all occasions, desserts, hand-dipped chocolates and novelties located in Wall, NJ

as an “unnecessary� expense, the groom’s cake has made a huge comeback with most brides taking advantage of this opportunity to do something special for her guy! The Groom’s cake is designed to represent the groom’s favorite flavors and past times. And of course, the price ranges based on

Chocolate Carousel is a family owned and operated specialty dessert shop located in Wall NJ.

www.chocolatecarousel.com • 732-280-0606 One of the questions I am asked the most during the

at the rehearsal dinner in lieu of another type of dessert. Alternatively, the groom’s cake is sometimes cut and boxed as a wedding favor after it has been displayed at the wedding. Groom’s cakes are made to represent a groom’s favorites sport or teams, favorite foods, cars, pets or more. Your creativity and imagination

are the on Chocolate made som cakes inclu cheesestea hunting c and fries, stuffed an more. Th bride and

Testimo

My weddi Chocolate exactly ho had at our

$6. /,6$ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ ‡ 6XEPLW \RXU TXHVWLRQV WR RXU H[SHUW EDNHUV DW &KRFRODWH &DURXVHO E\ Ă€OOLQJ RXW WKLV IRUP DQG PDLOLQJ LW WR 7KH 0RQPRXWK &RXQW\ :RPDQ DW 3 2 %R[ 7XUQHUVYLOOH 1- 25 HPDLO GHVVHUWĂ€UVW#FKRFRODWHFDURXVHO FRP BBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB BBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB BBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB 6HH \RXU DQVZHU LQ WKH 0D\ -XQH LVVXH RI WKH 0RQPRXWK &RXQW\ :RPDQ :H ZLOO EH DQVZHULQJ UHDGHU¡V TXHVWLRQV LQ RXU FROXPQ WKURXJKRXW

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Ch operat

Orthodontics

27

Holmdel Orthodontics: Amazing Technology and Fun Styles!

Sezer Olcay, DMD Holmdel Orthodontics Dr. Sezer Olcay is not your typical orthodontist. In fact, it is not uncommon for her patients to keep in touch with her and actually form caring relationships. She has been practicing Orthodontics in Monmouth County for the past 11 years and deals with discrepancies and misalignments of the teeth and jaws. The official name of the specialty is “Orthodontics and Dento-facial Orthopedics.� She adds, “It is not just correction of crooked teeth, but also facial/jaw bone problems, such as under and over bite issues.�

If you or your child suffer from “malocclusion� otherwise known as “bad bite,� then it is very likely you will be shopping for braces. With the myriad of different choices these days getting braces is a lot more fun (and confusing) than it used to be. The braces of today are also much less noticeable

Enter To Win

and although metal braces are still the most common, you may be able to get clear braces or others that match the color of your teeth. Believe it or not, there are even braces that go behind your teeth where the only person that knows they are there is you. Braces involve attaching small metal brackets to each tooth with a special type of cement. The brackets are then wired together and the orthodontist makes adjustments every few weeks to slowly force the teeth to change positions. A typical course of treatment with metal braces lasts two years. After a consult with Dr. Olcay at Holmdel Orthodontics you will come away with a thorough understanding of the type of braces that are right for you or your child. How are braces different today than they used to be? The wires that are used in braces today are smaller and better than they used to be. The space-age material they are made with actually helps to straighten your teeth faster and easier. The newer systems have clips that keep the wire in place and are called self-ligating brackets. A few of the brand names for these are Damon and Speed. Tell us about Smart Braces.� Initially the brackets (whether ceramic or metal) were just slots to place the wire and the orthodontist had to bend the wire so the teeth were directed to move in a certain direction. But now the brackets have a buildin prescription; the teeth move without bending wires; they are known as Smart braces.

Q A

Q A

Metal braces: Metal braces can be different shapes and sizes.

Clear braces: “Ceramic braces are less obvious. I also have coated wires (wires are tooth colored also) that make braces barely visible.�

Q

Smile. Lingual braces are very Please tell us about some expensive due to the degree of of the different types of difficulty for the orthodontist to braces you offer at your work with. practice. Tell us about Depending on the patient’s Invisalign. aesthetic preferences they Minor orthodontic problems can choose between a variety of can be corrected with different types of braces. The most Invisalign. They are clear plastic common are stainless steel braces and today’s metal braces are smaller aligners that are worn at least 19 hours a day. Patients receive a new and more comfortable than in the set of aligners every two weeks. past. For those that want their braces to be less noticeable the best The aligners are usually anchored by tiny white “buttonsâ€? that your choice would be gold braces. They orthodontist will attach to your tend to blend and disappear from teeth (and remove at the end of a short distance. Gold brackets are also indicated for those who are allergic to the nickel in stainless steel. Also gaining in popularity are ceramic braces. These involve attaching larger brackets to each tooth and because they are mostly clear and less noticeable, adults generally prefer them. We use coated wires that make the braces barely visible. However, patients 723 North Beers Street, that choose ceramic braces must Suite 2A Holmdel, NJ 07733 be particularly careful to maintain a regular brushing and flossing routine. Most of the time the 732-847-3065 braces are placed in front of the www.holmdelortho.com teeth. But there are also bracket Fax: 732-217-3623 systems that can be placed on Email: the tongue side of the teeth (thus Â˜Ă„Ă‚Ă…à žĂ‚ÂşĂƒĂ‰ÂśĂ‡ĂŽ ¤Ă‡Ă‰½Ă„šĂ„ĂƒĂ‰ž¸ šĂ?œÂžĂƒÂśĂ‰žĂ„ĂƒĂˆ Âœà œšà ĂŽ ¼ÇÄËžšºš holmdelortho@hotmail.com lingual braces). Some of the brand $GYDQFHG 2UWKRGRQWLF &DUH ZLWK D )ULHQGO\ 6PLOH names are Incognito and Sure

A

Q A

treatment). These buttons are colored to match your teeth and are barely noticeable. A typical course of Invisalign lasts between six months and two years.

Thanks to the amazing technology in the field of orthodontics patients now have more options when it comes to wearing braces. Rest assured that Dr. Olcay and her caring staff will ensure that you make the right decision.

Œ‡ˆ £ÄÇɽ —ººĂ‡Ăˆ ¨Ă‰Ă‡ººĂ‰ Ocean Orthodontics

¨ĂŠžĂ‰Âş ‡– Ăš Â?Ă„Ă Ă‚šºà  £Â&#x; …ŒŒˆˆ Practicing in Ocean Township for 11 years 804 West Park Avenue, Œˆ‡‚Â?‰Œ‚ˆ…‹Š Building A ĂŒĂŒĂŒÂƒ½Ă„Ă Ă‚šºà ÄÇÉ½Ă„ƒ¸Ă„Ă‚ ›œĂ?Â? Œˆ‡‚‡†Œ‚ˆ‹‡ˆ Ocean Township, NJ 07712

šÂœžà Â? ½Ă„Ă Ă‚šºà ÄÇÉ½Ă„•½Ă„ÉÂœžà ƒ¸Ă„Ă‚

732-493-4747 ¤¸ºœĂƒ ¤Ă‡Ă‰½Ă„šĂ„ĂƒĂ‰ž¸Ăˆ www.oceanbraces.com Â?…‰ ÂŹÂşĂˆĂ‰ ¼œÇÀ Â–Ă‹ÂşĂƒĂŠÂşÂ

¼Çœ¸Ă‰ž¸žĂƒÂź žĂƒ ¤¸ºœĂƒ ŠĂ„ĂŒĂƒĂˆ½žĂ… ÄÇ †† ĂŽºœĂ‡Ăˆ

Fax: —Êžà šžĂƒÂź – Ăš ¤¸ºœĂƒ ŠĂ„ĂŒĂƒĂˆ½žĂ… £Â&#x; …ŒŒ†‡

732-493-4742 Œˆ‡‚‰Žˆ‚‰Œ‰Œ Email: ĂŒĂŒĂŒÂƒĂ„¸ºœĂƒ¡Ă‡œ¸ºĂˆÂƒ¸Ă„Ă‚ oceanorthodontics@hotmail.com ›œĂ?Â? Œˆ‡‚‰Žˆ‚‰Œ‰‡

šÂœžà Â? Ă„¸ºœĂƒĂ„ÇÉ½Ă„šĂ„ĂƒĂ‰ž¸ĂˆÂ•½Ă„ÉÂœžà ƒ¸Ă„Ă‚

3UHVHQW WKLV FDUG IRU D

&RPSOLPHQWDU\ &RQVXOWDWLRQ

šĂ?Ă…º¸Ă‰ ŠĂ‡ĂŠĂ ĂŽ ÂĽÂşĂ‡ĂˆĂ„Ăƒœà žĂ?ºš Â˜ÂśĂ‡Âş ĂŒžĂ‰½ šËºÇÎ ¤IJ¸º žĂˆžĂ‰

DQG

'LDJQRVWLF 5HFRUGV ; 5D\V 0ROGV 3LFWXUHV

(QWHU 7R :LQ $ )UHH &RQVXOWDWLRQ 7UHDWPHQW 9DOXH RI

7RWDO 9DOXH

0LFKDHO ' %H\V / $&

%RDUG &HUWLĂ€HG $FXSXQFWXULVW %RDUG &HUWLĂ€HG +HUEDOLVW

7UDGLWLRQDO 7UHDWPHQW RI 0RGHUQ $LOPHQWV

Services:

Acupuncture

6KUHZVEXU\ $YH 6XLWH 6KUHZVEXU\ 1-

PEH\VODF#JPDLO FRP

Cupping massage

Traditional Chinese Medical Herbology

Call 732-898-2284 Today! ZZZ $FX+HDOWK1- FRP

Damon Brackets vs. Damon Clear Brackets: The newer systems have clips that keep the wire in place; this way there is no need for colors to hold the wire in place. These are called self-ligating brackets. The brand names for these are Damon, Speed and many more.

The County Woman Magazine

Â˜Ă„ĂƒĂ‹ÂşĂƒžºĂƒĂ‰ ¤IJ¸º Â?Ă„ĂŠĂ‡ĂˆÂƒ ›à ºĂ?ž¡à º ÂĽÂśĂŽĂ‚ÂşĂƒĂ‰ ¤Ă…ÉžĂ„ĂƒĂˆÂƒ

Name: __________________________________________________________________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________________ City: ________________________________________ State: ___________ Zip: _______________ Phone: (______)______________________ Email: _______________________________________ Mail To: The County Woman • P.O. Box 619 • Turnersville, NJ 08012

Please check here if you would like to receive specials from Acupuncture Health Services.

Or Visit www.Facebook.com/TheCountyWoman to Enter Online!

Gf] ]fljq h]j h]jkgf& Emdlahd] ]flja]k oadd Z] \akimYdaĂš]\& =flja]k oadd Z] Y[[]hl]\ l`jgm_` EYj[` +)$ *(),& ;gehYfq \g]k fgl hjgna\] Yfq h]jkgfYddq a\]flaĂšYZd] af^gjeYlagf lg l`]k] l`aj\ hYjlq Y\ k]jn]jk gj Y\ f]logjck oal`gml qgmj [gfk]fl&

www.TheCountyWoman.com

ACH

March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

28

The Truth About Contrast In Radiology Q A

O

Cyrus Khorrami, M.D.

ne of the most common questions asked by my patients is about contrast. Contrast is used in radiology to outline body parts to provide greater detail to detect disease. Generally, there are two types of contrast--oral contrast and intravenous contrast. Oral contrast is ingested by the patient. Intravenous contrast is injected into the patient’s veins. Both are of great value in making diagnoses. Here are some of the more common questions asked about contrast:

Q

What is oral contrast? Why do I have to drink it before the examination?

A

Oral contrast is a white colored liquid which contains barium. This solution looks white on x-rays and CT scans. It allows the radiologist to distinguish what is bowel and separate that from potential disease (such as tumor or infection). Oral contrast is safe to drink for almost all patients.

What is intravenous (IV) contrast?

Lack of oral contrast can make separation of bowel and disease very difficult.

Intravenous contrast is a solution that is injected into the vein given for both CT and MRI tests. IV contrast in CT is a non-ionic iodine based liquid. IV contrast for MRI is a gadolinium based liquid. Both types of IV contrast have the same function. First, the contrast makes the vessels look bright and can be used to evaluate blood vessels and look for blot clots. Second, it also is taken up by our organs and taken up by cancer. It better defines if there is a hidden mass in our organs. Depending on how the mass takes up the contrast, a radiologist can better decide whether something is a malignant tumor or is benign.

Q

If contrast is so helpful, why are some of my examinations ordered without contrast?

Why is it important to check my kidney function before having contrast?

A

Both MRI and CT contrast are filtered from your body through the kidneys. Therefore it is important to be sure the kidneys function well enough to remove the contrast. At my office, we routinely screen patients who are older than 65 years old and/or have diabetes for adequate renal function before giving contrast. All patients are encouraged to drink lots of water for several days after an examination with IV contrast to be sure the contrast is thoroughly flushed from your system.

No tumors can be seen in the liver without IV contrast.

A

Whether you need contrast will depend on what your doctor is looking for and concerned about based on your symptoms. For example, if your doctor is searching for cancer or infection, contrast is usually required. However, contrast is not necessary for a CT scan that is looking for kidney stones or brain injury. Generally, an MRI of the spine that is looking for a cause of back pain will not require contrast. Your doctor and the radiologist will work together to determine whether it is appropriate for you to receive contrast.

Q

Oral contrast better defines what are loops of bowel and what is potential cancer.

IV contrast not only allows us to see a tumor, but it can characterize it to determine whether it is benign or malignant.

Q

A

I have heard about allergies to the intrave- nous contrast. Is it safe?

In general, allergic reactions vary among people. For example, a peanut allergy can vary from a little itching to hospitalization. It has been reported that up to 8% of people receiving IV contrast could have an allergic reaction. Most of these reactions are mild, and include a feeling of warmth, hives, itching, nausea and vomiting. These reactions are easily treated with Benadryl. Severe, life-threatening reactions, including anaphylaxis, are extremely rare and occur in 0.1% of people receiving contrast. At my facility, a physician is always a few steps away from each patient receiving IV contrast and has a large assortment of medications at his disposal for quickly treating any potential complications.

Q A

I am allergic to shellfish. Can I still receive intravenous contrast?

There is a myth that patients that are allergic to shellfish are allergic to the iodine contained within shellfish and therefore would be allergic to the iodine containing IV contrast. This is untrue. Iodine allergy is a myth. Iodine is found within all of our thyroid glands. It is also in table salt. A shellfish allergy is caused by a muscle protein called tropomyosin. A person with a shellfish allergy has no more risk of being allergic to IV contrast as they do of being allergic to fruit or eggs. A patient with multiple severe allergies is more likely to have a contrast allergy. We always ask our patients about iodine and shellfish allergies to get a sense of how hyper– allergic a patient is in general.

As always, contact our office where our staff will be more than happy to assist you.

732-244-0777

EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

you can count on.

About The Author ... Dr. Cyrus Khorrami is an Ocean County native who attended kindergarten through twelfth grade here in Toms River. He is a graduate of Temple University Medical School and completed his radiology residency at Cooper University Hospital. Dr. Khorrami completed a Cross Sectional Imaging Fellowship at Johns Hopkins Medical Center. He has returned to Toms River to work with his family at Toms River X-ray, CT, and MRI Center.

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

29

Don’t Let a Concussion Give You a Headache Written by: Vinay Chopra, M.D., CAQSM

A

Seaview Orthopaedic

s more kids and adults become involved in sports, a topic of concern remains concussion and its proper management.

Concussion is a hot topic these days since new studies show how devastating its long term effects can be. The good news is that with proper diagnosis, management, and treatment, complete recovery from a concussion is very common.

What is a concussion?

A concussion, from the Latin word concutere meaning “shake violently,” is the most common type of traumatic brain injury. It occurs from either a direct blow to the head or neck or a sudden rotational trauma to the head or neck. What happens to the brain is very complex, but we do know that it does damage your physical and cognitive functioning. A concussion can occur with or without loss of consciousness.

What are the symptoms of a concussion?

The most common symptom of a concussion is a headache. However, other symptoms can be common such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting, difficulty balancing, blurry vision, and light sensitivity. Sometimes you can have loss of consciousness or even seizures. If you have any of these symptoms during a game or practice, you should let your coach or athletic trainer know immediately. Most of the times, you will be taken out of the game and be told to see a doctor as soon as possible.

How are concussions diagnosed?

When a head injury occurs and you have symptoms of a concussion, you should go see a doctor who specializes in head injuries and concussions in order to diagnose you properly. A doctor trained in concussion management has years of training and will do the proper tests on you to diagnose your concussion. Such tests include a physical and neurological examination, ImPACT computer test, SCAT3 test, balance testing, and possibly a CT or MRI scan on your brain. On some occasions, your symptoms can be severe and in case of an emergency, always go to your local Emergency Department or call 911.

How are concussions treated?

& Medical Associates

Call one of our convenient locations to schedule your appointment.

Board Certified And Fellowship Trained Physicians

Spinal Su Total Joi STEVEN BERKOWITZ, M.D., P.A. Bone Den ROY D. MITTMAN, M.D., P.A. Workers’ C ARTHUR P. VASEN, M.D., PH.D., P.A. Fo ■ OCEAN OFFICE KENNETH Y. CHERN, M.D., P.A.■ BRICK OFFICE 1200 Eagle Avenue 1640 Route 88 West HARALAMBOS DEMETRIADES, M.D., P.A. Ocean, NJ 07712 Brick, NJ 08724 ARTHUR K. MARK, M.D., P.A. Ph: (732) 458-7866 Ph: (732) 660-6200 CHRISTOPHER J. SPAGNUOLA, M.D., P.A. HOAN-VU T. NGUYEN, M.D., P.A. ARON M. GREEN, M.D., P.A. SUNIL R. THACKER, M.D., P.A. KEVIN C. MCDAID, M.D. PAUL T. HAYNES II, M.D. 294 JOEL P. FECHISIN, M.D. ROBERT P. PANNULLO, M.D. ■ MONROE OFFICE ■ FREEHOLD OFFICE 222 Schanck Road D.O. 294 Applegarth Road, Suite C ADAM M. MEYERS, Freehold, NJ 07728 KEIRON W. GREAVES, M.D. Monroe Twp., NJ 08831 Ph: (732)GARLA, 462-1700 Ph: 609-495-1888 SUDHA M.D.

After you have been diagnosed with a concussion, your doctor will treat you with rest from physical activities like sports, gym, and exercise. Sometimes if your child is having trouble concentrating in school after a concussion, he or she may be offered extra time to complete work at school and, rarely, complete rest from school activities and class. On average, young athletes and adults can recover in 3 weeks from their first concussion and sometimes longer if they have a history of multiple concussions in the past. A doctor may recommend medications such as Tylenol, Aleve, Advil, Motrin, and fish oil for pain relief.

Official Team Doctors Of:

How do I prevent a concussion?

Unfortunately, there are no helmets or mouth guards out there that completely protect you from a concussion. However, helmets and protective equipment are very important in preventing severe head trauma and bodily injury so it is very important to wear them. You should always be aware of your surroundings and always let your coach, athletic trainer or doctor know if you “don’t feel right.” It is also very important for you or your child to get proper baseline concussion testing before participating in any sport. This way if you do get a concussion, your doctor will know how far away you are from your normal baseline functioning and can accurately diagnose and treat your concussion. Seaview Orthopaedic & Medical Associates does offer baseline testing to all athletes of all ages, and has expert staff that is trained in managing and treating concussions.

■ BARNEGAT OFFICE 500 Barnegat Blvd, Bldg. 200 Barnegat, NJ 08005 Ph: 609-488-3988

■ SATELLITE OFFICE

IN LAKEWOOD

Seaview Orthopaedic & Medical Associates has provided the highest quality of care in Monmouth and Ocean Counties for over 30 years.

Vinay Chopra, M.D., CAQSM, is a graduate of Ross University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at University of Maryland Medical Center. He received his fellowship at Atlantic Health, Morristown Medical Center in Sports Medicine. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine with sub-specialty certification in Sports Medicine. Dr. Chopra worked with the New York Jets football team during his fellowship. Currently, he is the head team physician for Felician College and a ringside physician for Mixed Martial Arts. He specializes in sports related injuries, certified ImPACT consultant in concussion management, osteoarthritis, platelet rich plasma (PRP) and bone marrow aspirate (BMAC), and sports performance and nutrition.

www.seaviewortho.com • 732-660-6200

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Adult Day Care

30

Many Times People Ask, “Why Go To An Adult Day Care?”

Submitted by: Debbie McCarthy, ADPC We Care Adult Care

A

s the Activity Director at We Care Adult Care,

the staff are often asked why attend an Adult Day Care? Wondering why not stay at home where one is comfortable but isolated. Often families are concerned about the day their loved ones will have at the Adult Day Care. Not only do we feed them; we have fun!! Our days begin with socialization and a breakfast. Coffee, tea, entrée, and a warm smile starts the day! From there we break up into two to three (sometimes more) groups for

morning activities. The activity could be armchair morning stretch, current event discussions, a visit from a local minister for scripture readings, crafting with the ladies or billiards with the gang. Each day is different and set up with our member’s interest and abilities in mind. Flexibility is the way we roll at We Care Adult Care. We continue our activities until lunch. Lunch gives us a chance to nourish our bodies and minds. Sitting with our friends for a hot meal and of course dessert does everyone good! Members are assisted as needed; others given medicines from our Director of Nursing, and some assisted with personal care. Then we get back to why we are here; our stimulating activities! Our afternoons are very busy as well. A few times a month we might have a comedian magician mystifying us; a Karaoke DJ coming by for an afternoon dance party, a local senior dance group

Don’t Miss This Event performing or a sing along with FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC other seniors! The afternoon ice The Basics: Memory Loss, cream social is a favorite any time of year. Some enjoy playing the Dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease Wii with a few friends. Others prefer group games played which are geared toward the member’s abilities; Jingo, poker, puzzles and of course Bingo to name just a few. All activities enhance our social skills, our minds and are fun to play! Come see why “We Care” is our name. If we are male or female, 70 or 100 years old we all require activities to keep us going. Our body, soul and mind require stimulation for us to remain active, feeling useful and valued as the person we truly are!

RSVP-732-741-7363 WE CARE ADULT CARE, INC. is an adult day care center whose purpose is to provide the highest quality of alternative care to all seniors.

Call Today for your Complimentary Day 732-741-7363

• Providing Care • Promoting Excellence • Preserving Independence Want to know more, call us at

Monday March 10, 2014 6:00p.m.- 7:00 p.m. Presented by: Alzheimer’s Association Location: We Care Adult Care

(732)741-7363

for more information or to arrange a visit to

“OUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME”

www.wecareadultdaycare.com

Union Square Mall 552A State Route 35 Red Bank, NJ 07701 (P) 732.741.7363 (F) 732.741.9188 www.WeCareAdultDayCare.com

Licensed by the Department of Health and Senior Services

Job Opening

WĂƌƚͲdŝŵĞ ĞůŝǀĞƌLJ͗

WƵďůŝĐĂƟŽŶ ŝƐƚƌŝďƵƚŽƌƐ E WĂƌƚ ƟŵĞ ƉƵďůŝĐĂƟŽŶ ĚŝƐƚƌŝďƵƚŽƌƐ ŶĞĞĚĞĚ ƚŚƌŽƵŐŚŽƵƚ ƚŚĞ DŽŶŵŽƵƚŚ ŽƵŶƚLJ͘

YƵĂůŝƟĞƐ ƌĞƋƵŝƌĞĚ ĂƌĞ͗

DĂƚƵƌĞ͕ ƌĞƐƉŽŶƐŝďůĞ͕ ĂŶĚ ĞŶũŽLJ ƚĂůŬŝŶŐ ƚŽ ƉĞŽƉůĞ͘ DƵƐƚ ĚƌĞƐƐ ƉƌĞƐĞŶƚĂďůĞ ƚŽ ĚĞůŝǀĞƌ ŝŶ ƉƌŽĨĞƐƐŝŽŶĂů ŽĸĐĞƐ͘ DƵƐƚ ŚĂǀĞ ŽǁŶ ǀĞŚŝĐůĞ͘

ƉƉƌŽdžŝŵĂƚĞůLJ ϭϬ Ͳ ϯϬ ŚŽƵƌƐ Ă ŵŽŶƚŚ͘ ŵĂŝů ƌĞƐƵŵĞ ƚŽ DŝŬĞΛdŚĞ ŽƵŶƚLJtŽŵĂŶ͘ĐŽŵ Žƌ ƐĞŶĚ ƚŽ͗ DŽŶŵŽƵƚŚ ŽƵŶƚLJ tŽŵĂŶ ͻ WK Ždž ϲϭϵ Ͳ dƵƌŶĞƌƐǀŝůůĞ͕ E: ϬϴϬϭϮͲϬϲϭϵ

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

31

What is Hepatitis C?

Shamina Dhillon, M.D. Shore Gastroenterology Associates, PC

What is Hepatitis C? The word hepatitis means inflammation of the liver. There are several causes of liver inflammation including drugs, alcohol use, toxins, and certain infections. Hepatitis C is an infection caused by a virus that attacks the liver and leads to inflammation. There are several different subtypes of the hepatitis c virus, known as genotypes. Hepatitis C genotype 1 is the most common type in the US. According to the National Institutes of Health, 3.2 million people are infected with the hepatitis C virus. Of those infected with the virus, 75%-85% develop a chronic infection.

What Are The Symptoms of Hepatitis C Infection?

Hepatitis C usually does not produce symptoms in the early part of the disease. When symptoms are present, they can include fatigue, nausea, poor appetite, muscle and joint pain, or jaundice. Jaundice is a condition

which causes a yellowing of the eyes and dark urine. Most people with chronic hepatitis C do not often look or feel sick. However, liver damage can continue to occur after many years of infection. Ongoing liver inflammation can cause liver cirrhosis, which is scarring of the liver that can lead to liver failure. In fact, hepatitis C liver failure is the most common for liver transplantation in the United States. Every year, about 15,000 people die from hepatitis C related liver disease.

Who Is At Risk For Hepatitis C?

Who Should Get Tested for Hepatitis C?

determine if you have a positive antibody. Your doctor will also measure the quantity of virus, knows as a viral load. The hepatitis C virus has several subtypes or genotypes. It is important to determine the genotype as this affects the type and duration of treatment of the virus. A liver biopsy may also be recommended.

You should discuss getting tested for Hepatitis C with your doctor if any of the following statements apply to you. 1. You were born between 1945 to 1965. 2. You are a current or former injection drug user, even if you injected many years ago or only once. 3. You were treated for a blood clotting problem before 1987 4. Your received a blood transfusion or organ transplant before July 1992. 5. You are on long-term hemodialysis therapy treatment. 6. Your liver tests have been abnormal. 7. You are a health care worker exposed to a needle stick.

Hepatitis C is generally spread when blood from an infected person enters the body of someone who is not infected. This can happen while sharing intravenous drugs and needles, needle stick injuries in health care settings, and being born to a mother who has hepatitis C. Before 1992, blood products Is There A Vaccine for were not routinely screened for Hepatitis C? hepatitis C. Thus, recipients Currently, there is no vaccine of blood or organ transplants for hepatitis C; however, research before 1992 are also at risk. is under way to develop one. There Some less common methods of are vaccines for hepatitis A and acquiring hepatitis C include hepatitis B virus. sharing personal care items that How Is Hepatitis C could have come in contact with another person’s blood, Diagnosed? such as razors or toothbrushes Hepatitis C is initially or having sexual contact with a diagnosed with blood tests to person infected with hepatitis C. If you have hepatitis C, you are not eligible to donate blood or organs as this can spread the infection to the recipient. The virus is not spread by sharing eating utensils, breastfeeding, hugging, kissing, or Services: via food and water. Adult Gastroenterology

Is There Treatment Available for Chronic C?

There is treatment available for hepatitis C. However, not everyone with a diagnosis of hepatitis C may

need therapy. If you doctors advise that you don’t need to be treated, your liver will be monitored with blood work and ultrasound. The drugs used to treat the virus include interferon and ribavirin. Patients with genotype 1 are also candidates for newer therapies which increase the chance for cure. Hepatitis C treatment is not always easy. Side effects of interferon treatment include flu like symptoms, fatigue, low blood counts, and depression. There is tremendous research underway to develop noninterferon based treatment, which have lower side effects.

Standing: Drs. Terrany, Schwartz, Maki, Akhtar Center: Denise DiPierri and Maggie Doherty, Nurse Practitioners Sitting: Drs. Turtel and Dhillon

Board BoardCertified CertifiedPhysicians Physicians Our Female Physicians

Mitchell S.Shamina Schwartz, M.D., M.D. F.A.C.G., F.A.C.P. Dhillon, PennyS.S.Turtel, Turtel,M.D., M.D.,F.A.C.G., F.A.C.G., F.A.C.P. F.A.C.P. Penny Our Male Physicians Ben Terrany, M.D., F.A.C.G., F.A.C.P. Reza Y. Akhtar, M.D. Shamina Dhillon, M.D. Junsuke Maki, M.D. Junsuke Maki, M.D. Mitchell S. Schwartz, M.D., F.A.C.G., F.A.C.P. RezaM.D., Y. Akhtar, M.D.F.A.C.P. Ben Terrany, F.A.C.G.,

Colon Cancer Screenings Endoscopic Procedures Gastrointestinal Diseases Liver Diseases

OurNurse NursePractitioners Practitioners Maggie Doherty,N.P. N.P. Denise DiPierri, Maggie DeniseDoherty, DiPierri,N.P. N.P.

BOARD CERTIFIED GASTROENTEROLOGY

1907 Highway 35 • Oakhurst l 60 Highway 36 • West Long Branch l 233 Middle Road • Hazlet

www.ShoreGastro.com • 732.517.0060

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Delivering

the

Promise

Marriage And Money: 8 Delivering The Promise 32

Use The Power Of Saving To Fund A Blissful Future

FYh]fYaYbh D`Ubb]b[. Baby Boomers Look Toward Retirement

Prepared by MetLife Delivered courtesy of Donna Hlavacek, CASLÂŽ, Financial Services Representative, Investment Advisor Representative, Creative Financial Group of NJ, an Office of MetLife.

Over the next two decades, the most chronicled your money is being spent, it For newlyweds generation in America will gradually enteralso become clear how should retirement. At that of baby you can actually set aside looking topoint, starteach wavemuch from your paychecks each month. boomers will quickly discover if their retirement off on solid plans, Social Security, and personalWhen savingssetting will bethese goals, look at it from two levels. First, you’ll financial footing, sufficient to maintain their existing lifestyles and want to identify shorter-term needs. these days the goals, for expenses such as home

MetLife Premier Client Group amount can then be increased if you get a raise or pay off an installment loan.

Here are some other suggestions to cut back on your spending:

• Look at the big expense in your budget and think improvement Baby given to or a vacation. You’ll path toBoomers success— a name about how you might cut also want to establish longer-term those born from 1946 to 1964—have been them. goals, for things like a home you may seem filled • Try to keep only small noted for their creation of the “computer age,â€? can call your own or fulfilling amounts on any credit with potential quest for physical fitness, and expectations for livcollege education plans. cards you have, and pay A 2008 survey conducted by the Employee ing pitfalls. long and full lives. Now, as the boomers Ideally,pass you’ll want to save at off most of the balance Benefit Research Institute* found that only 18% least percent earnings, middlefinding age, many to 10 focus theirof your into However, your are waybeginning each month, whenever although no amount is too small. of Americans are very confident they will have attention doesn’t haveon to retirement. be as difficult as possible. Charge items Keep in mind, even a dollar a day comfortably in retirement. it seems. Thethe keyprevious lies in learning Unlike Great Depression-to-World enough money to live when absolutely adds up to $365 a year. Also,also try revealedonly how to manage the money that Results that only 47% of workers War II generation, many baby boomers believe necessary. to make the saving process as easyyou take in, and using this to have tried to calculate howmake much an money they will • Don’t impulse they cannot depend on receiving Social Security and automatic-as possible, using build up a nest egg that will allow buy, whether it be a new need for a comfortable retirement, and around benefits retirement fact, as direct deposit suchInoptions you to get during throughtheir the shaky days. years. piece of electronics or a IBMG SFQPSUFE UIBU UIF UPUBM BNPVOU PG UIFJS from your bank or direct economists question the future “securityâ€? of account many The first step to financial new item of clothing. payroll deductions. TBWJOHT FYDMVEJOH UIF WBMVF PG UIFJS IPNF BOE the Social Security trusttogether funds. security involves putting • Take your lunch and Now that you’ve set a anyupdefined benefitsnacks plans) istoless than $50,000. In a budget, and sticking to it. concern, It To further compound many employed work. Avoid savings list, you need to compare isn’t a glamorous task, butemployer-funded it is addition, 22% of workers andmachines. 28% of retirees said boomers may not have retirevending necessary, and one that you should that list with what you’ve they have no savings of any kind. ment plans. Since, in today’s work established world, employas a budget. This is not bypass. It will also involve the As isittrue of every generation facing the retireees, rather than employers, generally assume full an important step, because cooperation of both sides of the ment process, baby boomers should have may become thatplanning your responsibility funding plans,apparent it marital equation,for too, becausetheir retirement disciplined expenses are keepingayou from savings program in place. With a is no surprise that isuncertainty occupy sticking to a budget a lot like and worry achieving your savings goals as commitment to success and a scheduled plan, you rowing a boat-if you’reofboth notwithout guaranteed the minds of many those quickly as you’d like, and need paddling in the same direction, can work toward building the necessary retirement pensions. to be reexamined. Ask yourself you’re not going to get anywhere. funds to secure your own financial future. and your spouse where the both Assuming you’ve successfully of you can spend less without put together a budget that works drastically cutting your standard of for your new What canhousehold, boomers and do to determine if their living. Start a “pay yourself firstâ€? you’re sticking to it, the next step Supplemental readings to your ďŹ nancial savings and assets will sufficiently fund their by retireprogram, automatically setting is to establish goals for saving ment years? Definitive elusive. aside an amount each month. Theplanning for retirement. money. Now that it’s clearanswers how are often

{

Survey Says. . .

Broadening Perspectives

Limited copies available

Donna Hlavacek

to accumulate, and in less time • Buy in bulk; use coupons. than you’d think, too, through the • Entertain at home instead power of compound interest. Even Financial Services Representative of going to a restaurant. at just $1 a day, saving that money Investment Advisor • Rent a DVD instead of taking a trip to the theater. with a mere 4 percent interest rate Representative will yield $1,929 after just 5 years. After you’ve trimmed and cut, In thirty years, that amount grows you may find that Services you’re Representative Asstill a Financial to $21,169. unable meet your Solutions savings goals. withtothe MetLife Group, anIfOffice Article to Presented by: you continue set savings If this is the case, it’s time to of MetLife and a registered representative Donna Hlavacek, goals, these amounts will grow reevaluate those goals. You may Financial Donna has fueling been more and moreServices of the needoftoMetLife changeSecurities, the time frame Representative, dreams you have for the future. working with individuals throughout the you’ve set to meet them. For Investment Advisor And, in turn, it will also allow New Jersey, And Pennsylvania example, perhapsNew that York romantic Representative, you to start making financial vacation to Rome isn’t in the markets to help them meet their financial savings plans that MetLife can significantly cardsand twoinsurance years from now-maybe goals. improve your chances of living a five years is a more realistic goal. Donna focuses on Retirement comfortable lifestyle, all the way Sometimes, though, you’ll need to Distribution strategies. She will also analyze your portfolio to retirement. Who wouldtohave adjust the goal itself. determine the efficiency of your asset positioning. Donna has thought a simple thing like saving Once all the hard work could have so many benefits? 25 years of business management experience, enabling her of budgeting and saving is accomplished, the next step to to assist individuals withisemployment transitions. Donna has put been your hard worktointo place, MetLife selected represent as a Delivering the Promise Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, and Specialist, stick to it. The good thing 200 Park Ave, New York, NY 10166. providing personalized assistance to beneficiaries L0511183164[exp0414][All States][DC] is, once savings becomes part of of MetLife policies. Donna also functions as a Mentor to new your routine, money will begin

representatives in the MetLife Solutions Group.

Products and Services:

Insurance & Annuities • Whole for Life Insurance Being in business Personal Financial Needs yourself doesn’t mean being • Variable Life Insurance • Retirement Planning in business by yourself. • Disability Income Insurance • Estate Conservation Strategies* Term Insurance Keeping your business• going—and growing it at the same • Education Fundingtime—can Strategies* present many challenges. Get in touch with your • Universal Life Insurance localStrategies MetLife representative to discuss solutions, including • Wealth Accumulation ways to help you: • Fixed and Variable Annuities • Attract, reward and•retain key employees, while keeping Long-Term Care Insurance costs down. Investments • Help ensure the continuation of the business should you or a • Money Market Fundspartner become disabled. • Provide value-added benefits for your employees. • Traditional and Roth IRAs • Support your family if you’re no longer at the helm. • Mutual Funds 4814 Outlook Drive • General Securities

“The Couple’s Retirement Puzzle� After all, life is often filled with many variables, by Roberta K. Taylor and no one really knows for sure what the future This article appears courtesy of Donna Hlavacek. Donna or holds. However, even with these constraints, Hlavacek is a Registered Representative offering securities, Donna Hlavacek, CASLŽ “How to Retire Happy, Wild and Free: boomers can gain much insightthrough by estimating and Securities, Inc. Financial Services Representative including variable products MetLife Retirement Wisdom That YouInvestment Won’t Advisor Representative analyzing the following: (MSI)(member FINRA/SIPC), New York, NY 10166. Insurance

Wall Township, NJ 07753

(732)919-6194

Like most insurance policies, MetLife policies contain exclusions, limitations, reduc1305 Campus Parkway Get From Your Financial Advisorâ€? and annuities issued by Metropolitan Life Insurance Company t 1PUFOUJBM JODPNF TPVSDFT F H JODPNF QSPEVDWall Township NJ 07753 tions of benefits, and terms for keeping them in force. Your MetLife representative by Ernie Zelinski (MLIC), New York NY 10166.etc.). MSI and MLIC are MetLife (732) 919-6194 can provide you with costs and complete details. ing real estate, inheritances, dhlavacek@metlife.com *I will work with you and your tax and legal advisers to help you select the most companies. She focuses on meeting the individual insurance appropriate product solution to suit your specific needs and circumstances. Please call me at (732)919-6194. t 1SPKFDUFE CBMBODFT PG SFUJSFNFOU BOE TBWJOHT and financial services needs of people in Pre-retirement and Metropolitan Life Insurance Company (MLIC), New York, NY 10166. Securities Like most disability income insurance policies, MetLife’s policies contain certain exclusions, waiting periods, reductions, limitations and terms for keeping them in force. Ask your representative about costs and complete details. I have a limited supply. Callers will Retirement. You can reach Donna at 1305 Campus Parkway plans. For policies issued in New York: These policies provide disability income insurance They do NOT provide basic hospital, basic medical oroffered major medicalby insurance as defined by the New York State Insurance Department. andonly.investment advisory services MetLife Securities, Inc. (MSI) (member of future premiums that MetLife expects to return as benefits when averaged over all people with the applicable policy. Š 2013 Metropolitan have your choiceThe ofexpected title.benefit ratio for these polices is at least 50%. This ratio is the portion Wall Township, NJ 07753 and (732)919-6194. FINRA/SIPC), a registered investment advisor. Branch Office: 4814 Outlook Dr., Life Insurance Company (MLIC), New York, NY 10166. L0713331415[exp0814][All States][DC,PR] 1307-1885 t $PTUT PG GVUVSF IFBMUI DBSF OFFET Wall Township, NJ 07753. MLIC and MSI are MetLife companies.

t "OOVBMJ[FE SBUF PG JOGMBUJPO PWFS SFUJSFNFOU ZFBST

* Source: Retirement Confidence Survey, Employee Benefit Research Institute, 2008. Pursuant to IRS Circular 230, MetLife is providing you with the following notification: The information contained in this brochure is not intended to (and cannot) be used by anyone to avoid IRS penalties. You should seek advice based on your particular circumstances from an independent tax advisor. www.TheCountyWoman.com $PQZSJHIU ÂŞ -JCFSUZ 1VCMJTIJOH *OD "MM 3JHIUT 3FTFSWFE - <FYQ ><$5 /+ /: 1">

L0712269514[exp0813][CT,NJ,NY,PA].

“Creative Financial Group of NJâ€?, an office of MetLife. 1305 Campus Parkway Wall Township, NJ 07753 • t "NPVOU PG 4PDJBM 4FDVSJUZ JODPNF UP CF SFDFJWFE t 1FSDFOUBHF PG QSFTFOU JODPNF SFRVJSFE EVSJOH retirement years.

The County Woman Magazine t -FOHUI PG ZFBST SFUJSFNFOU NBZ MBTU PS MJGF FYQFDtancy.

(732) 919-6194

This article appears courtesy of Donna Hlavacek. Donna Hlavacek is a Registered Representative offering securities, including variable products UISPVHI .FU-JGF 4FDVSJUJFT *OD .4* NFNCFS '*/3" 4*1$ /FX :PSL /: *OTVSBODF BOE BOOVJUJFT JTTVFE CZ .FUSPQPMJUBO -JGF *OTVSBODF $PNQBOZ .-*$ /FX :PSL /: .4* BOE .-*$ BSF .FU-JGF DPNQBOJFT 4IF GPDVTFT PO meeting the individual insurance and financial ser-

vices needs of people in pre-retirement and retireNFOU NBSLFUT :PV DBO SFBDI %POOB )MBWBDFL BU .FU-JGF 4PMVUJPOT (SPVQ 0VUMPPL %SJWF 8BMM 5PXOTIJQ /+ 1IPOF JT

You can reach Donna Hlavacek at MetLife Solutions Group March/April 2014 4814 Outlook Drive Wall Township NJ 07753. Phone # is (732)919-6194.

Medical Professionals

33

Q. I’ve heard your practice is now offering laser cataract surgery. Can you tell me more about the procedure? A. As you may know, cataract surgery involves removing the cataract and replacing it with an artificial lens. Using the CATALYS® Precision Laser System, many key steps of the procedure that used to be performed with handheld instruments can be completed with precision and increased safety using laser. Q. What are the benefits of laser cataract surgery? A. With the CATALYS® Laser, your surgeon can provide: a customized treatment with advanced 3D imaging, laser precise treatment and, a gentle approach to surgery Q. What is the CATALYS® Laser? A. The CATALYS® Precision Laser System is used for patients undergoing cataract surgery for removal of the crystalline lens. It is used to perform anterior capsulotomy, phacofragmentation, and creation of corneal incisions. Q. Am I a suitable candidate for laser cataract surgery? A. If you are a cataract patient, you may be a suitable candidate for laser cataract surgery. You should not have laser cataract surgery if you have certain pre-existing corneal problems or eye implants; or if you are younger than 22 years of age. You must be able to lie flat on your back and motionless during the procedure. You must be able to tolerate local or topical anesthesia. Tell your doctor if you are taking any medications such as alpha blockers (like Flomax® to treat an enlarged prostate) as these medications may affect how the doctor does the cataract surgery. Your doctor will discuss your candidacy in more detail during your cataract evaluation exam. Q. How long has the procedure been performed? A. The CATALYS® Laser was market cleared by US FDA in 2011. Tens of thousands of procedures have been performed using the CATALYS® Precision Laser System. Q. What can I expect on the day of surgery and during recovery? A. Cataract surgery usually takes less than 30 minutes. The CATALYS® Laser portion usually take just a few minutes. Most normal activities except for strenuous activities, need not be restricted following cataract surgery. Your sight may continue to improve for several days or weeks after treatment. Complications associated with the CATALYS® System include mild broken blood vessels or redness on the white part of your eye, which may last for a few weeks. Other potential risks associated with cataract surgery may occur. These risks may include but are not limited to corneal swelling and/or abrasion, lens capsular tear, infection, inflammation, eye discomfort, reduced vision.

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

Richard S. Witlin, M.D.

March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

34

Quit Smoking, Live Longer • 1 to 9 months after quitting: Coughing and shortness of breath decrease; cilia (tiny hair-like structures that move mucus out of the lungs) start to regain normal function in the lungs, increasing the ability to handle mucus, clean the lungs, and reduce the risk of infection. • 1 year after quitting: The excess risk of coronary heart disease is half that of a continuing smoker.

Submitted by: Dr. Sarah J. Easaw, MD, FACP Ocean Hematology & Oncology

T

he Health hazards of smoking were discussed in the previous issue of OCW. Though everyone knows that smoking is injurious to health, few are able to quit successfully. This is due to the strong addictive potential of nicotine. Most people need medical help to break away from this dangerous habit.

Q

What are the benefits of quitting?

“I stopped smoking last year. Do I still have a risk of cancer?” The health benefit from smoking cessation can be summarized in this order. (Adapted from ACS website, cancer.org) • 20 minutes after quitting: Your heart rate and blood pressure improve. • 12 hours after quitting: The carbon monoxide level in your blood drops to normal. • 2 weeks to 3 months after quitting: Your circulation improves and your lung function increases.

• 5 years after quitting: Risk of cancer of the mouth, throat, esophagus, and bladder are cut in half. Cervical cancer risk falls to that of a non-smoker. Stroke risk can fall to that of a non-smoker after 2-5 years. • 10 years after quitting: The risk of dying from lung cancer is about half that of a person who is still smoking. The risk of cancer of the larynx (voice box) and pancreas decreases. • 15 years after quitting: The risk of coronary heart disease is that of a non-smoker.

Q

How do I quit smoking?

“I have attempted to quit smoking several times, but I simply cannot do it.” Does this sound familiar? Medical professionals hear this statement many times a day. In fact, only a minority of smokers is able to quit “cold turkey”. Others need help, support and most often medications. Nicotine can cause mental and physical dependence. There are support groups and smoking cessation programs that can help with the mental addiction. Help from friends and family is also essential to fight the mental urge to continue smoking.

PART II

Nicotine Replacement Therapy:

Heavy smokers can develop withdrawal symptoms upon quitting abruptly. To prevent this, several nicotine replacement methods are available, either by prescription or over the counter. FDA has approved nicotine patches, gums, inhalers, lozenges and nasal sprays to help smokers who want to quit.

• “I am so appreciative and grateful that I was put in contact with Dr. Easaw and staff. They are so compassionate about your treatment and personal well being… the doctor gave me the confidence and reassured me. They certainly kept me lifted even when I would get so depressed that I would want to quit. Something about the doctor and staff always gave me an uplift, even when things got very tough.” ~ Cecile , Brick, NJ • “Dr. Easaw has continued to monitor me with regards to my Hodgkin’s Disease in a very professional yet compassionate manner. From the moment I enter her office I am greeted warmly by her staff, and I know I will be well cared for by someone who cares.” ~ David , Manchester, NJ

Visit www.oceanhemonc.com The County Woman Magazine

Medications that help to quit smoking: Bupropion (Zyban) Bupropion (Zyban®, Wellbutrin®, or Aplenzin®) is a prescription antidepressant in an extended-release form that reduces symptoms of nicotine withdrawal. It does not contain nicotine. This drug acts on chemicals in the brain that are related to nicotine craving. Bupropion works best if it’s started 1 or 2 weeks before you quit smoking. The usual dosage is one or two 150 mg tablets per day. Side effects of bupropion include dry mouth, trouble sleeping, appetite changes, agitation, constipation, and headaches. Bupropion should only be taken under the care of a physician.

tors in the brain. In addition to decreasing the pleasure a person gets from smoking, it also reduces the symptoms of nicotine withdrawal. Chantix should be started a week before the day you plan to quit. Quitting smoking is a complex process. In addition to nicotine replacement therapy and medications, a lot of will power, emotional support and strength are also needed to help a person quit this unhealthy habit.

Nicotine patches (transdermal nicotine systems): Patches give a The Tobacco Quit Center measured dose of nicotine through of New Jersey offers treatment the skin. You are weaned off programs throughout New Jersey to nicotine by switching to lower-dose assist in smoking cessation. patches over a course of a few weeks. For more information visit Patches are available in different www.instituteforprevention.com strengths. The 16-hour patch is useor call: 973-926-7978 or ful for the light-to-average smoker. 732-886-4149. The 24-hour patch provides a steady dose of nicotine, avoiding ups and To get more details, please contact Varenicline (Chantix) downs. It helps with early morning ® Sarah J. Easaw, MD, FACP Varenicline (Chantix ) is withdrawal. But there may be more another medicine that is used to 732.961.0010 side effects like disrupted sleep pathelp people stop smoking. It works www.oceanhemonc.com terns and skin irritation. by interfering with nicotine recepDepending on body size and smoking habits, most smokers should start using a full- Compassionate Cancer Care, Close to Home strength patch (15-22 mg of nicotine) daily for 4 weeks, and then use a weaker patch (5-14 mg of nicotine) for another 4 weeks. The patch should be put on in the morning on a clean, dry area of the skin without much hair. It should be placed below the neck and above the waist — for example, on the upper arm or chest. The FDA has approved using the patch for a total of 3 to 5 months. Some possible side effects of the nicotine patch include: Skin irritation (redness and itching), dizziness, palpitation, sleep problems or unusual dreams, headache, nausea and muscle aches and W We offer a full range of Hematology & Oncology services. stiffness.

Patient Testimonials:

Smoking Cessation

W We are dedicated to providing state-of-the-art cancer care in a warm and personalized manner. W Our newly renovated, spacious infusion room provides a peaceful and friendly atmosphere to patients while they receive chemotherapy and other infusions. W Our staff is highly qualified, experienced and compassionate.

Sarah J. Easaw MD, FACP Diplomate of the American Board of Hematology, Oncology & Internal Medicine

Ocean Hematology & Oncology 1255 Route 70, 31S Easily Accessible Location, Near Exit 88 on GSP

Lakewood, NJ 08701

732.961.0010

www.oceanhemonc.com Accepts Most Insurances Affiliated with Kimball Medical Center, Ocean Medical Center and Community Hospital Access to Clinical Trials

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Featured

On The

Cover

35

What is your educational background?

I completed my medical school in India and did a residency in Internal Medicine at Harlem Hospital Center, which is affiliated with Columbia University in New York City. I then did a 3-year fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at New York Medical College in Valhalla, NY. Following my fellowship, I worked in an Oncology group in Bergen County, NJ for 10 years. I moved to Ocean County in 2006 and founded “Ocean Hematology & Oncology,” a center for cancer and blood disorders. I am a Fellow of the American College of Physicians (ACP) and a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and the American Society of Hematology (ASH).

~ An Interview with Dr. Easaw ~

When did you first decide to be a physician and why?

I always dreamed of being a physician, even during my childhood. I wanted to help people in need and to make a difference in other people’s lives.

Why did you decide to focus on Hematology and Oncology?

This is a very challenging specialty, very different from all the other fields of medicine. Cancer patients need special personal care and not just the “treatment” for their disease. I felt that this would be a field of medicine that would best utilize my communication skills and compassion, in addition to my medical knowledge.

What do you like best about being an oncologist?

Being an oncologist is not an easy job. It is very stressful to deal with patients with terminal illnesses and their families, on a day-to-day basis. Many patients come to you in a state of panic, with fear, anxiety and a lot of questions. At our office, we treat each patient and their family in a very personal and unique way. Our highly qualified and compassionate staff patiently takes the time to answer their questions and to try to make them feel at ease. We take pride in providing state-of-the-art cancer care in a warm and personalized atmosphere. It is very rewarding when patients and their families leave the office with a positive attitude and smiles on their faces. It is also gratifying when patients return annually for the cancer survivor’s day celebration, years after the treatment is completed.

Where do you see oncology in 10 years?

Sarah J. Easaw, MD, FACP Diplomate of the American Board of Hematology, Oncology & Internal Medicine 1255 Route 70, 31S Lakewood, NJ 732-961-0010 www.oceanhemonc.com

Ocean Hematology & Oncology Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders

The County Woman Magazine

Oncology research has made tremendous advances in the last three decades. More treatment options are available for cancer patients now than ever before. For the most part, cancer should now be considered a chronic disease like diabetes or hypertension, rather than a terminal disease. Research is now focusing on identifying the genetic changes that lead to cancer. Treatment is directed from the cellular level to the molecular level. Each cancer is different; even within the same cancer, there are disparities. The future of oncology is in targeted therapy, with the use of biologic agents that target the genetic changes; chemotherapy with minimal side-effects; and personalized care tailored towards each patient’s cancer characteristics, rather than a “one-size-fits-all” approach. Hundreds of newly targeted agents are now being used in various cancers, either alone or in combination with chemotherapy. Many more drugs are in the pipeline and are being studied extensively. Now cancer cells are also analyzed in detail, to identify the factors that predict the risk of relapse and response to a specific treatment. Cancer cells are unique, as are the individual patients, so cancer treatment can now be tailored accordingly. The advent of Targeted therapy holds a bright future for millions of cancer patients and their families.

How do you spend your free time? Any hobbies?

I enjoy reading and creative writing. I am in charge of an Indian cultural magazine where I write a column every month. I also enjoy travelling and spending time with family. www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Assisted Living

36

began on the front stoops in her small town neighborhood where folks congregated after work and during the long, hot New Jersey summers. Patricia says that she has always loved talking to seniors and found their stories fascinating. And if you combine Patricia’s finetuned listening skills with her intense interest in seniors, her career path becomes selfexplanatory.

“Fellowship. Friendship. Brandywine.” Patricia Brown, Director of Community Relations at Brandywine Senior Living at Wall, is not your ‘garden variety’ director of community relations. In fact, she is quite extraordinary! A life-long resident of New Jersey, Patricia’s journey into caring for seniors

Motivated by helping others, Patricia attained her Master’s Degree in Social Work and a Master’s Degree in Marketing and rounded out her formal education with additional studies in Gerontology. This combination of human services and business acumen has contributed, in large part, to her overwhelming success in her career and particularly in her role as Director of Community Relations at Brandywine. But her path from small town neighborhood to Brandywine was not a direct line. She spent a number of years in private industry and in the hospital and mental health field. But something was missing. Perhaps it was the voices from those halcyon days on the front stoop listening to yet another tale from days gone by. Patricia was not fulfilled professionally.

Brandywine Senior Living at Colts Neck Colts Neck, NJ • 732-303-3100 Brandywine Senior Living at Governor’s Crossing Englishtown, NJ • 732-786-1000 Brandywine Senior Living At Howell Howell, NJ • 732-719-0100 Brandywine Senior Living At The Sycamore Shrewsbury, NJ • 732-212-2600 Brandywine Senior Living At Wall Wall, NJ • 732-282-1910

www.Brandycare.com

The County Woman Magazine

And then in 2001, an ad appeared in the paper looking for a marketing director at The Willows, a new assisted living community in Holmdel. She jumped at the chance. It was the opportunity to combine her educational accomplishments, her business savvy and her interest in caring for seniors. Almost fourteen years later she speaks with the enthusiasm of that young girl actively engaged with those neighborhood seniors. She’s never looked back. The most fulfilling part of her job, she explains, “is the ability to help others. To educate families and residents about the benefits of assisted living at Brandywine. It’s incredibly gratifying to see residents who choose Brandywine become active participants in creating their own new small town neighborhoods, based on fellowship, friendship and the common bond of growing older with grace and dignity. It’s truly amazing.” Welcome home…Patricia! by Tom Kelly Managing Director of the Center for Leadership and Service Excellence Brandywine Senior Living

Laugh

LAUGH

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

37

Caring Heart & Brain Imaging Is Truly Saving Lives Lorraine Catalano is the

Imaging Director at Caring Heart & Brain Imaging. Lorraine said, "The Cardiac PET Perfusion Scan that we perform at CHCI assesses how well the cardiac arteries are distributing blood flow to the myocardium, or heart muscle. We are the only facility in Monmouth and Ocean counties offering this type of scan.” She adds, “This scan detects preclinical disease, i.e., coronary artery disease that is not yet obstructive and may not be causing symptoms. Patients also love the fact that our scan is completed within 45 minutes rather than the typical 3 to 5 hours.” The scan also evaluates progression of disease in patients with known coronary artery disease and quantifies the presence and extent of obstruction to insure that correct decisions are made about necessary procedures or medication and lifestyle adjustments. Above all, patients trust that the results are accurate, specific and conclusive enough to address their concerns and provide answers to a family practice physician. This means that patients can continue seeing their family practice doctor who can order the scan and then treat his patients because he will have extensive information guaranteeing follow-up that is appropriate and right on target. This scan also delivers a much lower dose of energy and that means less exposure to radiation.

z

Elizabeth Canning received a Perfusion Scan simply

SPECT

because she was feeling out of breath and was due for an overall checkup and blood work. As a smoker, not only was her cholesterol high but so was her blood pressure.

CARDIAC PERFUSION

CARDIAC PERFUSION

OLD TECHNOLOGY

CHCI TECHNOLOGY

The County Woman recently discussed what the scan did for her and why she feels it saved her life. CW: What made you decide to have the Perfusion Scan? EC: High blood pressure for me was usually 120 over 80, so for my blood pressure to be even higher was a red flag. My Family Practice physician, Dr. Deluca scheduled the scan for me but I was rushed to the ER at 5am with chest pains before it was performed. I felt like I was unable to breathe and actually did not even want to breathe. It seemed the only relief was doing my Lamaze breathing. I had five kids; so I was quite familiar with it.

CW: What were some of your symptoms? EC: My symptoms sounded like reflux however there was some indication of irregular heart symptoms. The hospital kept me for three days performing numerous EKG’s, a chest X-ray (my second in a week), an Echo and a nuclear stress test. Even though there was some indication of irregular heart, the tests were clear and I was sent home with medication for reflux. I returned to Dr. Deluca still complaining and he changed the reflux medication. I returned again because my blood pressure was still high even on medication and I was still having several episodes a day of severe chest pains. Dr. Deluca was convinced it was the heart and once

again rescheduled the PET Perfusion Scan. Sure enough, my left circumflex was 90% blocked and two stents were inserted by way of a heart catheterization. CW: What do you recommend that

people do to avoid this sort of misdiagnosis happening to them?

EC: What I went through – three days in the hospital with numerous time consuming tests that did not even show any results was frustrating. This nonintrusive, low radiation, 45 minute scan cannot be compared. Chest pain is chest pain – dangerous to ignore. CW: How was your recovery and

what concerns do you currently have regarding your heart?

EC: Hardly any recovery from the catheterization but a couple days of rest and no heavy lifting for a short time. Thankfully, I now feel great and am relieved to have found the right solution.

Caring Heart & Brain Imaging 2414 Highway 35, Manasquan, NJ 08736 Phone: 732.292.1008 E-Mail: service@caringheartcoronaryimaging.com

www.CHCI.biz.

PET

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

Unfortunately, this Cardiac Breakthrough is slipping away at the Jersey Shore: Caring Heart & Brain Imaging has made this latest cardiac technology available to residents of the Jersey Shore, who could only benefit from this same testing if they traveled to NY, PA or northern Jersey. Unfortunately, educating patients and doctors is taking time, and not enough patients are aware that they can ask their family practice doctor or cardiologist to write a script for the test that will accurately and specifically determine if your heart muscle is receiving adequate blood flow and if that blood flow is evenly distributed. The test to ask for is called a Cardiac PET Perfusion study with Rubidium. Caring Heart & Brain Imaging is honored to be the first in the state of NJ to bring the AMYVID PET Scan to its residents, and provides this breakthrough in diagnostic capabilities even before Medicare does. Lorraine adds, “We want to deliver this imaging resource to you so that you can make decisions based upon diagnostic accuracy. This fantastic imaging tool can diagnose and differentiate the forms of dementia at even earlier ages. Another important benefit to undergoing a PET brain scan at CHCI is the reduction of radiation exposure. Our scanner does not use CT in obtaining brain images. This is a huge factor for patients who may have had substantial radiation in the past. Caring Heart and Brain Imaging. Early detection and treatment can help slow down the progress of Alzheimer’s disease. If it’s not important to you for your reasons, it is important for your children and their future!

March/April 2014

Health & Wellness Health & Wellness

38 40

Stress And Heart Disease ... Learn The Impact A Healthier Approach To The New Year • Do something pleasurable JUST FOR YOU at least

Throw depression into the mix—and it’s a triple whammy.5

a few deep breaths. Go for a meditation. Try out a variety walk. Give someone a hug. of methods, but give yourself 8 Smile at a stranger. Give yourpractice 15 minutes a day. Maybe it’sout clothes within easy reach. By the sametime to Attainable. Maybe you want yourself up.and Justlearn. get back Here we Why does stress have such 3 extrathings time tothat getwill ready in to lose 50 taking poundsa bubble by yourbath, class stroll- token, self horse and keep going. remove undercut • Cultivate healthy habits. 2 goaagain. big impact? reunion this summer. the morning so you won’t be ingBut in the park, ornow, listening seriously, is your will. For example, if ice cream is Get enough sleep, don’t forgetab Need more ideas Stress produces lots of physirunning late. to your favorite music. You your weakness, it won’t help to know that this really realistic? Instead, have a converIt’s another to laugh, exercise, changes youslow candown, make ological changes affecting youryour doctor there’s a half-gallon of mint chocolate chip sation with about safe methods might be amazed at how much • Practice a daily relaxaccept what you can’t change. ealth & ellness new year, Stop by the pharma heart. For example, you pump in the freezer your such nameason it. But, Taking steps and rates of weightthis loss.can Losing or two turn one around a day that ation with method deep like these will and you adrenaline, your goals. out more which can might slip-ups happen. pounds a week more feelsbelike it’s reasonable. gone all wrong. remember: breathing. And when ISo saydon’t beatmakecan a bigdiscuss difference in how Or, maybe to quit smoking cold make your blood pressure riseyou’d like know relaxation, I don’t mean just • Use emergency stress well you manage stress.9 turkey, but you know that tapering off and your heart race. If these sitting and watching TV. You stoppers. These are great what that will time, makethey it easier for you. Set yourself up Good luck with Balance your changchanges keep up over Restoring Hormone Attainable. Maybe you wantwhere you up. Just get back on the proverbia out clothesneed within reach. By thethe same toeasy actively calm ten- yourself Jay Greco, rPh for those situations Hereyour weheart’s for success by tosetting goals that are truly 3 means. can damage arteres.and When losefeel 50 pounds by your classto burst! keepyou’re going. in the store, token, remove thatmind will undercut Jay Greco, RPh sionthings in your and body. horse likeclothes you’re going 2 2 go again. 6Attainable. Maybe you want up. isJust get back on the proverbial out But within easy same attainable. For example,yourself if ice cream reunion this summer. seriously, now, is reach. your By will.the ies. Need more ideas about lifestyle Here we “New Year’s” and “resolution” are about Other greathelp methods ofthat relaxTrytoken, methods like these:that Count 3 stop by and see how your blood your toand know really Instead, have agoal converto course lose 50 poundsalso by this your classrealistic? keep going.changes remove things will weakness, undercutit won’t horse It’s another Relevant. Is this really a Of there’s some youiscan make? If asmanaging isreunion inseparable asstress Jack and Jill or salt and ation tai chi, and go again. pressure responding! 10 before speak. Take a half-gallon mintNeed chocolate chipideas about sation now, with your about2 you safe methods For example, ifthere’s ice cream is areofyoga, thisnew summer. But seriously, is todoctor your will. more lifestyle year, you’re interested in? Or is it somegood news. Although you can’t Stop by the pharmacy and we what’s goingthis to really be this year? Instead, have in the with your name on it. But, anda rates of weightyour loss. weakness, Losing oneitorwon’t two help a pepper. challenge forityou, to freezer know that realistic? converIt’sSo another changes you can make? thing a family member has foisted upon and you control all the stressors in your can discuss your goals. remember: slip-ups a week might be more reasonable. Eat less, exercise more, quit smoking, or doctor about pounds there’s a half-gallon of mint chocolate chip happen. So don’t beat sation with your safe methods take heed: More year, you? Make sure the steps taking will Or, maybe you’d like toyou’re quit smoking cold StopW by theellness pharmacy and we 40 life, you can take steps to better H ealth & know spendnew more time with your family? and rates of weight loss. Losing one or two in the freezer with your name on it. But, turkey, butyour you know thatgoal. tapering off help you meet specific andEasy more research manage your responses to stress. and you does it. Before you take athe plunge, can discuss your goals. slip-upsup happen. So don’t beat pounds week might be more will reasonable. what that make it easier remember: for you. Set yourself Restoring Hormone Balance J ayapproach. G reco , rP hInstead Time-bound. It’s human nature Cultivating a positive, optimistry rethinking your of Or, maybe you’d like to quit smoking cold is pointing knowto stress for success by setting goals that are truly means. turkey, youofknow off 2things off. So remember tobeen put vague, sudden, and difficult-toticbut frame mindthat hastapering even attainable. “Newto Year’s” and “resolution” are about what that asmaking a contributor Attainable. Maybe you want yourself up. Just get back on the p out clothes within easy reach. By the same Herea goal we will make it easier for you. Set yourself up to setofspecific deadlines. setting lots Restoring of keep resolutions, think in as terms of healthy linked to or better levels choles-Relevant. Is Try this really Balance to lose 50 poundsHormone by your class horse and keep going. token, remove things that will undercut as inseparable Jack and Jill salt and o, rPh again. forasuccess by setting goals thatofare truly means. heart attack and Need more ideas about life you’re interested in?go Ormay is it make some- reunion this summer. But seriously, now, is your will. For example, if ice cream is shorter time-bound goals. This lifestyle changes – more of work in progand other markers heart pepper. So what’s itterol going to be this year? your weakness, it won’t help to know that this really realistic? Instead, have a converIt’s another 2 1 attainable. thing a family member has reach foisted upon sation with your doctor about safe methods there’s a half-gallon of mint chocolate chip changes you can make? 7 smoking, or it easier to stay on track and your Eat less, exercise more, quit ress. health. ’s” and “resolution” other formsarespend ofabout hearttime with new year, Stop by the pharmacy and you? Make sure in the freezer with your name on it. But, 2 the steps you’re taking will and rates of weight loss. Losing one or two your Relevant. Is this really astart? goal final destination. Start one goal at aOkay, time,family? e as Jack and Jill small, or salt with and more and you can discuss your goals. remember: slip-ups happen. So don’t beat pounds a week might be more reasonable. so where do you help you meet your specific goal. disease. Easy does it. Beforeyou’re you take the plunge, interested in? Or is it someOr, maybe you’d like to quit smoking cold know and make solid plan. Remember: small hat’s it going to beathis year? methods forofmanaging You are also more likelyIt’s tohuman succeed if turkey, but you know that tapering off Time-bound. nature try rethinkingthing yourFind approach. Instead a family member has foisted upon what that will make it easier for you. Set yourself cise more, quit smoking, answ Women have Restoring questions! We have answe changes really making dooradd up. Onestress wayand todifficult-tobework well up Hormone Balance you areyou. clear about why, rPyou want to makefor success by setting goals that are truly to put off. So remember 1 vague, sudden, that for Jay Gthings reco h natural disasters to the means. you? Make sure the steps you’re taking will ime From with your family? more effective is to create SMART tomight set specific deadlines. Try setting lots think ingoals. termsaofsample. healthy Interest in Customized Hormone Replacement Therapy sur a particular change and and know howareitabout willof attainable. 2 keep resolutions, Here’s just You “New Year’s” “resolution” help you meet your specific goal. of you a sibling tolifestyle the daily it.death Before take the plunge, shorter time-bound goals. This may make changes – more of a work in progRelevant. Is this really a goal Oprah’s recent guests, including doctors Christiane North as inseparable as Jack your and Jill or salt and These are the elements of SMART goals: you. Also, identify support haveTime-bound. other ideas tobenefit addhuman to thisnature å you’re interested in? Or is it someof modern-day life, It’s pepper. it going be thisyour year? g grind your approach. Instead of1 stress it easier to staySoonwhat’s track andtoreach ress. Prudence Hall, discussed the science behind customized systemfinal anddestination. askEatfor help when need Specific. State exactly what less, exercise more, quityou smoking, or it.thing a family member has foisted upon 2 Start small, withlist. one a time,off. So remember togoal put atthings e,can sudden, have and a bigdifficult-toimpact on your Dr. Phil’s wife Robin McGraw described how through ex you? Make sure the steps you’re taking will spend more time with your family? And come up with rewards for reaching youofwant to accomplish. Make help you meet your specific goal. and make a solid Remember: small Easy does it. Before you take the plunge, to setplan. deadlines. Try setting ons, think terms research and with the help of a compounding pharmacist are of also more likely to succeed if •specific Practice positive self-Youlots heart. Ininfact, some healthy studies show Sourcesyour approach. Instead of Time-bound. It’s human nature have questions! We have answers! try specific goals. Allrethinking these things can help youHeart Attacks: answers Women reallyshorter do understand. addtime-bound up. One way goals. to be sureofyour goal changes isprognot hard to physician, she found natural ways to battle menopausal sym Thisyou may 1. HealthDay: “Katrina, Otherto Crises Boost å at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_134696.html Accessed March 23, 2013. aremake clear about you make ges – more talk at least once a day. This to putStudies.” thingsAvailable off. So remember making vague, why sudden, andwant difficult-toit harms youra work heartinas much as 2. HealthDay: “Sibling’s Death…” Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_134434.html Accessed March 23, 2013. morea effective is to create SMART goals. stay motivated. Interest in Customized Hormone Replacement Therapy surged experienc after Accessed Getting fit is not specific goal. Being able the "change of life" into a positive to setAvailable specificat: deadlines. Try setting lotsturned of a particular and know how it will keepchange resolutions, think in“Stress terms of healthy it easier to stay on track and reach your 3. Nursing Times: raises heart attack risk.” http://www.nursingtimes.net/nursing-practice/clinical-zones/cardiology/stress-raises-heart-attack-risk/5053106.article# canofwork wonders at turning smoking at least fiveThese cigarettes This mayrecent make guests, including doctors Christiane Northrup and lifestyle changes more your of a work in prog- shorter time-bound goals. Oprah’s are the elements SMART March 23,–2013. 2 goals: benefit Also, support It will alsoyou. help to identify create visible cues it attack to run 5Ka time, under 30 minutes is. Write final destination. , with one goala at easierprognosis.” to stay onAvailable track and reach your ress. 4. Reuters: “Chronic stress tied to worse heart 3 at: http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/10/05/us-chronic-stress-idUSBRE89415220121005 Accessed March 23, Prudence Hall, information discussed the science behind customized HRT. For more on customized around a negative frame system of and a day. ask for help when you need it. Specific. State exactly what 2013. final destination. Start small,you with one goal at a time, thattoremind you that want to make aTriple down exactly what to do as well olid plan. Remember: small you planYou Dr. Phil’s wife Robin McGraw described how through extensive For more information on customized hormones are also more likely succeed if 5. HealthDay: “Anxiety, Depression May Risk of Death for Heart Patients; Study.” Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_135077.html Accessed March 23, hormones, our professional andup make a solid plan. Remember: small And come with rewards for reaching Anyou’ll example you want mind. to accomplish. Make of negative insult tohow injury? If Post You are also more likely to succeed if with the call research and help ofWomen aanswers! compounding pharmacist and her 2013. answers Women have questions! We have y do Adding addasup. Oneand way to beoften. change. Maybe that means keeping when it where answers have questions! We have answers! changes really do add up. One way toworkbe call our professional compounding pharmacy. you are clear about why you want to make you are clear about why you want to make specific goals. All these things can helpStress youand Heart Attack Risk.”physician, 6. University of Kentucky: “Reduce Available at: http://uknow.uky.edu/content/reduce-stress-and-heart-attack-risk Accessed March 23, 2013. sure your goal is not hard toisunderstand. she compounding found naturalInterest wayspharmacy. to battle menopausal symptoms and self-talk this: “I hate when atoheart attack, more effective is to create SMART goals. 1 in Customized Hormone aCustomized particular change and know how it Replacement will e you is to do create SMART goals. 7. Reuters: “Mid-life optimism linked toin healthier cholesterol.” Available at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_134633.html AccessedReplacement March 23, 2013.Therapy surged afte behave sure see it. Interest Hormone surged after particular and able know how it will stay motivated. Getting fit isanot a specificchange goal. Being turned the "change Therapy of life"recent into a positive experience. Oprah’s guests, including doctors Christiane Northrup and These are8. the elementsHeart of SMART goals: American Association: “Four Ways to Deal with Stress.” Available at: http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/StressManagement/FourWaystoDealWithStress/Four-Waysbenefit you. Also, identify your support this happens.” An example Itofwill also help the prognosis may beto poorer Prudence Hall, discussed the science behindprescript customized HRT. Oprah’s guests, including Christiane Northrup and Jersey Shore Pharmacy ships elements of SMART goals: to-Deal-with-Stress_UCM_307996_Article.jsp Accessed 23,help 2013. to create visible cues recent benefit Also,is.identify run a 5KIfunder 30you. minutes Write your support system andMarch ask for when you needdoctors it. Specific. State exactly what Measurable. a goal is Phil’s wife Robin McGraw described how through extensive Forat: more information onDr. customized 4 9. Association: “Fight StressAnd withHall, Healthup Habits.” http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/GettingHealthy/StressManagement/FightStressWithHealthyHabits/FightPrudence discussed the science behind customized HRT. come with Available rewards for reaching å youAmerican wantyou toHeart accomplish. Make positive self-talk is this: “I can with chronic stress. And heart that remind you that want to make a research and with the help of a compounding pharmacist and Sh her down exactly what you plan to do as well and ask for help when you needsureit.yourStress-with-Healthy-Habits_UCM_307992_Article.jsp Accessed March 23, 2013. cific. State exactly what orders, within 300 miles of the Jersey For more information on customized hormones, measurable, yousystem can evaluhormones, our professional All these things can help you call goal is not hard to understand. physician, she found natural ways to battle menopausal symptoms a Dr.workPhil’sspecific wifegoals. Robin McGraw described how through extensive change. Maybe that means keeping as when and how often. Post it where you’ll handle this. I’ve done it before.” patients with high anxiety can call our professional compounding pharmacy. stay ormotivated. fit is not a specific goal. Being ablediagnosis Andwhen come up with rewards for reachingGettingNothing theof"change of life" intomedical a positive experience. want toate accomplish. Makeand know pharmacy. herein constitutes medical advice, treatment, or is a substitute professional advice. You should always seekturned the advice your physician or other professional if you have your progress Pharmacy, by UPS. research and with the help for ofcompounding a compounding pharmacist and her to run aquestions 5K under 30 minutes Writecondition. It will also help to create visible cues be sure to seespecific it.1 or concerns about ais.medical For more information on customized goals. All these things can help you theirtosucceeded. risk of dying. l double is notyou’ve hard understand. physician, she found natural ways to battle menopausal symptoms and that remind you that you Jersey want to make aShore Pharmacy down exactly what you plan to do as well ForMeasurable. example, if If a goal is For more information on customized hormones, ships prescription hormones, call our professional Arrival Next Day! Call 609-660-1111 change.the Maybe that meansof keeping as when and how often. Post it where you’llturned stayyou motivated. call our professional compounding pharmacy. not a specific goal.is Being "change life"workinto a positive experience. compounding pharmacy. your goal to loseable weight, can orders, within 300 miles of the Jersey Shore see it. canhelp evaluIt willyou also to create visible cuesbe sure toMeasurable. under 30 minutes is. Write measurable, Jersey Shore Pharmacy ships prescription If a goal For is more information on customized check your body massprogress index and (BMI) ate your know when Pharmacy, byaUPS. We also offer 609.927.8900 orders, within 300 miles of the Jersey Shore that remind you that you want to make a measurable, you can evalu- For more information on customized what you plan to do asyou’ve well succeeded. hormones, For example, if hormones, call our professional or see if you can get the zipper up ate your progress and know when Pharmacy, by UPS. Arrival Next Day! Call 609-660-1111 medication program. change. Maybe how often. Post it where you’ll call our professional compoundingdisposal pharmacy. you’ve succeeded. For example, if your goal is to lose weight, youthat can means keeping workcompounding pharmacy. Arrival Next Day! Call 609-660-1111 on a smaller pair of pants. your goal is to lose weight, you can it.1 check your body mass index (BMI) We also offer a We also 609.927.8900 609.660.1111 check your body mass index (BMI) offer a 609.927.8900 609.660.1111 Jersey Shore Pharmacy shipsRPh prescription Sources Jay Greco, Jersey Shore Pharmacy asurable. If a goal is or see if you can get the zipper up or see if you can get the zipper up medication disposal program. medication disposal program.

å

Health

40

H

W

& Wellness

A Healthier Approach To The New Year

Healthier Approach To The New Year å å

å å

A Healthier Approach To The New Year å

å

å

3

2

å

2

å

å

1

å

2

å

å

1

609.660.1111

å

“Your special order is our pleasure to fill!”

1. American Psychological Association: "Making lifestyle changes that last." Available http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/lifestyleJSRX Holdings LLC on at: a smaller pair of pants. on a smaller pair of pants. orders, within 300 miles of the Jersey Shore surable,Rx you can evaluchanges.aspx. Accessed Development LLCApril 18, 2012. Holdings LLC, RxRPhDevelopment LLC , H ormone Replacement Sources Veterniary Jay Greco, Jersey Shore Pharmacy Topical Pain Free Jay RxJSRX Pick-Up 1. American Psychological Association: "Making lifestyle changes that last." AvailablePharmacy, at: http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/lifestyleress and2. American know when Greco, RPh Jersey Shore Pharmacy by UPS. CouncilSources for Exercise: "Reaching Your Goals the SMART Way." Available at: http://www.acefitness.org/fitfacts/fitfacts_ changes.aspx. Accessed April 18, 2012. T herapy (HRT)* Creams 1. American Psychological last." Available at: http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/lifestyleand Delivery JSRX Holdings LLC, Rx Development LLC , display.aspx?itemid=2637. Accessed April Association: 18, 2012. "Making lifestyle changes thatMedicine Prescriptions delivered to 2. American Council for Exercise: "Reaching Your Goals the SMART Way." Available at: http://www.acefitness.org/fitfacts/fitfacts_

580 St, Accessed April 18, 2012. 580 St., Barnegat, ded. For North example,Main if changes.aspx. JSRX Holdings LLC,Main Rx580 Development , 08005 display.aspx?itemid=2637. Accessed April 18, 2012. Arrival Next Day! CallNorth 609-660-1111 North Main St.,LLC Barnegat, 08005 3. Hungtington Medical Foundation: "Making lifestyle changes that the stick." Available at: http://www.huntingtonmedical.com/aboutBarnegat, 08005 2. American Council for Exercise: "Reaching Your Goals SMART Way." Available at: http://www.acefitness.org/fitfacts/fitfacts_ 3. Hungtington Medical Foundation: "Making lifestyle changes that stick." Available at: http://www.huntingtonmedical.com/abouto lose weight, you can display.aspx?itemid=2637. Accessed April 18,Accessed your home or office! www.jerseyshorepharmacybarnegat.net Phone: 609-660-11 2012. hmf/hmf-newsletter/making-lifestyle-changes-that-stick/. April 18, 2012. hmf/hmf-newsletter/making-lifestyle-changes-that-stick/. Accessed April 18, 2012. www.jerseyshorepharmacybarnegat.net Phone: 609580 North Main St., Barnegat, 08005 ody mass index (BMI)3. Hungtington Medical Foundation: "Making lifestyle changes that stick." Available at: http://www.huntingtonmedical.com/aboutWe also offer a hmf/hmf-newsletter/making-lifestyle-changes-that-stick/. Accessed April 18, 2012. www.jerseyshorepharmacybarnegat.net Phone: 609-660-1111 can Competitive get the zipper up Jersey Shore Pharmacy ships Pricing! medication disposal program. prescription orders by UPS pair of Call pants.For Quote!

609.927.8900 609.660.1111

or Fed Ex. Jay Greco, RPh Jersey Shore Pharmacy essed April 18, 2012. JSRX Holdings LLC, Rx Development LLC , Arrival next day! cil for Exercise: "Reaching Your Goals the SMART Way." Available at: http://www.acefitness.org/fitfacts/fitfacts_ d=2637. Accessed April 18, 2012. 580 Northcompounding Main St., agency. Barnegat, 08005 www.jerseyshorepharmacybarnegat.net www.jerseyshorepharmacybarnegat.com * For more information on customized hormones, call our professional dical Foundation: "Making lifestyle changes that stick." Available at: http://www.huntingtonmedical.com/aboutwww.TheCountyWoman.com r/making-lifestyle-changes-that-stick/. Accessed April 18, 2012. The County Woman Magazine www.jerseyshorepharmacybarnegat.net Phone: 609-660-1111 January/February

609.660.1111 ological Association: "Making lifestyle changes that last." Available at: http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/lifestyle-

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Business Spotlight ~ Interview with Jay Greco ~

Jersey Shore Pharmacy Jay Greco, RPh Jersey Shore Pharmacy JSRX Holdings LLC, Rx Development LLC , 580 North Main St., Barnegat, 08005 www.jerseyshorepharmacybarnegat.net Phone: 609-660-1111

39

How would you describe your Pharmacy’s philosophy? Our pharmacy’s philosophy is simply to provide outstanding service. We treat people with respect and kindness. We try to provide solutions to our patients’ health needs. What sets Jersey Shore Pharmacy apart from other pharmacies? What sets us apart is the personal care we give every patient that most pharmacies don’t have the time to provide. There is always a short wait time for those people who are in a hurry. We work with patients and doctors to help them get affordable medicine if the drugs they need are not covered under their insurance. We mail out compounded medication to our patients in the New Jersey area. How do customers benefit from a Compound Pharmaceutical? The benefit of compounding is that it can provide doses and dosage forms that are not currently available. We can customize strengths that are not commercially available or medicines not being made anymore. For people with allergies to certain fillers we can custom compound prescriptions just for them. We can help patients with hormonal imbalance, and compound for physical therapy and sports medicine. We can even provide prescription compounds to pets. What advise do you give customers that would be interested in using a compound pharmaceutical product? I advise patients to be their own advocates and do some research. There are lots of books and websites where they can find information. They can ask also their doctors or pharmacists for help. Hospitals, doctors and pharmacies have health fairs to get information out to patients in their area. What other services do you provide? In addition to our custom-compounding, we fill traditional medicines, and have a full line of over-the-counter medicines. We take most insurance plans, offer free local delivery and pickup of prescriptions, and provide free shipping within New Jersey. Why did you decide to become a pharmacist? I decided to become a pharmacist because of Thomas Esposito, RPh. He was a family friend and pharmacy supervisor for Genovese drug stores. He worked his way up to the corporate offices in New York and commuted there on a regular basis from Connecticut. I was always good at math, chemistry, and biology, so Tommy thought pharmacy was a good career for me. He showed me that with hard work I could accomplish anything. I have managed and owned several drug stores and could not have asked for a better career choice for myself. What is your biggest challenge today as a pharmacist? My biggest challenge today is insurance companies telling doctors how to practice medicine. When a patient brings in a prescription and it is not covered by their insurance plan, it is my job to tell the doctor, and that’s a hard thing to do. My other challenge is getting proper reimbursement from insurance companies. Drug costs are going up on a weekly basis and insurance reimbursement can take up to 90 days or more to catch up. How has your business change over the past 10 years? Over the last ten years pharmacy has changed in a big way. Pharmacists now have the respect we deserve. We are being recognized as health care professionals. We can consult with patients on their medicine and make recommendations to doctors. We can do immunizations now for most injections, including flu and pneumonia. We are a big part of the health care triangle of patient, doctor, and pharmacist.

Jay Greco, RPh

The County Woman Magazine

What do you like to do in your leisure time? I work six days a week so when I get a day off I like to spend it with family and friends. I have played roller hockey with the same group of guys every Sunday morning for over ten years now. I like to travel when I can, usually to a pharmacy conference for education and relaxation. Even when I get away, I am always learning and trying to improve my staff and pharmacy. www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Garden

40

&

Local Honey

Living The Garden Life

Sustaining Honey Bees, Sustaining People: Honey bees collect nectar and pollen in order to sustain their colony, and in the process they pollinate plants, many of which produce the fruits and vegetables that make up a varied and nutritious diet for people. Sufficient honey bee

habitat is crucial for the health of bees and for your own health since millions of honeybee colonies per year are needed to adequately pollinate crops essential to humans. By preserving, enhancing and restoring habitats that support honeybees, we are in fact ensuring our own food supply. A great deal of what makes up our daily meals is dependent on pollinator activity. Approximately one third of what we eat and drink is delivered directly or indirectly from insectpollinated plants. The USDA has estimated that honeybees account for 80% of insect crop pollination. In the United States, insects pollinate crops that produce billions of dollars worth of products annually, such as food, fibers and medicines. Producing just one pound of honey requires a colony of bees to visit up to 2,000,000 flowers, and collectively fly forty to fifty thousand miles, with each honey bee visiting 50-100 flowers per flight. The average honey bee colony needs 50-70 pounds of honey per year to sustain itself. This is especially so in the winter months when they cannot forage.

market season are going to be in our shop for you to come and enjoy. We’re going to have the same vendors plus a few more, so keep checking up on us at facebook.com/fromthegardeninc for more details as they come!

Farm Fresh Flowers

Beekeepers must offset shortages of plant nectar by feeding their bees sugar water. In the course of a year, it takes approximately an acre of flowers in constant bloom to feed 1 colony of bees, or about 20 acres of blossoms throughout most of the year. So plentiful pollinator habitats are essential to healthy honey bees, and many other pollinators as well.

Gifts From Beeswax

Our hand and body creams are just a few of the items that you might want to include in a gift basket for any special occasion. The creams are scented with sweet citrusy essential oils that give your hands a great smooth feeling without an overbearing fragrance.

Soaps

We are very pleased to announce that our handcrafted soap is now available again by popular demand. Collaborating with a local soap maker from Lawrenceville, New Jersey, we have created a product that is smooth on the hands, smells great and is made with our all natural wildflower honey.

Lip Balm

During the holiday season, our lip balm was easily the most

Drew and Patty would love to meet you and share the benefits of real, local honey with you. Stop by our honey farm on Fairfield Road!

popular item in our store. We couldn’t keep it on the shelf! We are excited to be experimenting with a new orange flavor that’s now available in our shop.

Come springtime, we’re going to have plenty of farm fresh cut flowers and produce for sale. We’re much more than just a shop that sells delicious honey. We’re more than happy to make custom bouquets from a wide array of flowers including dahlias, sunflowers, zinnias, gladiolas, and much more!

Candles

As always, we have a wide selection of beeswax candles. Available in a variety of styles, from candlesticks to figurine candles, all work great as gift ideas.

Honey Favors

Create, customize, and design whatever you like to make your special day even more special with honey favors. If you can think it, we can do it. Swing into the shop to check out our wide array of options.

The First Annual Market Season Kickoff April 12, 2014

Our shop is located just minutes from downtown Freehold at 353 Fairfield Rd. Come see our observation hives and witness a working bee colony. You can also schedule a talk for a school class, scout troop or any other type of group that might benefit from learning all about beekeeping, and the importance of the honey bee to the environment.

Honey Power Granola Ingredients: 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats (not quick cooking or steel cut) ¾ cups sliced or slivered almonds. ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ cup wheat bran (optional) ½ cup hulled sunflower or pumpkin seeds ½ cup canola oil (or any other milk flavored vegetable oil) ½ cup honey 1 ¼ cup raisins 2 tablespoons of bee pollen (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 325. Stir oats, almonds, salt, wheat bran and sunflower or pumpkin seeds together in a large bowl. Add oil and honey and stir until oat mixture is thoroughly moistened. Spread oat mixture on a large baking sheet and bake, stirring occasionally, until toasty or golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes. Remove baking sheet from oven. Pour granola in large bowl and stir in raisins and bee pollen. Let cool completely. Store in airtight containers. Yields approximately six cups.

If you were around for our Holiday Bazaar in December, then you remember how much of a hit it was. We wanted to do something special for the springtime and decided to have another market at our shop. This time we’re calling it The Market Season Kickoff. All of the things that you love about farmers

Hours: Monday - Closed Tuesday thru Friday 9am-5pm Saturday 9:30am-4pm Sunday 10am-3pm

732-866-1745

www.FromTheGarden.com

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Medical Professionals

41

“Foam� Away Those Varicose Veins

Girija Surya, M.D.

Board Certified in Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery

Hi, friends!

Foam Schlerotherapy has been used to treat both longer veins with insufficiency such as the great and small saphenous veins, large tributaries and perforator veins.

I

t’s also used to treat the smaller veins such as small branches, reticular veins and spider vein clusters. In this article we will review the method and treatment results both short term and long term for both types of veins.

ď ś

About Foam Sclerotherapy

Ultrasound Guided Foam Sclerotherapy (UGFS) has been in use for approximately 12-15 years. This technique was developed in early 90’s, and has since become popular in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, North and South America. Usually carried out under local anesthesia, a surgeon injects a foam solution

into the affected vein. The foam reacts immediately with the vein wall causing inflammation, pushing out any blood in the area. The walls of the vein will then become sticky and eventually close off the vein, shrinking and disappearing over the following several weeks. A pressure bandage is applied to the treated area for 12-24 hours to ensure the walls of the vein are held together to prevent any blood from seeping back in. The patient then wears compression stockings for 3 – 4 weeks. Follow up for a patient treated by UGFS is generally 1-4 weeks post procedure to assess efficacy, and possible reinjection up to 3-4 sessions to complete treatment. Recanalization is possible in 10-20% cases. If not these patients are followed yearly after treatment completion.

ď ś

UGFS Versus Other Techniques

Although UGFS is an effective treatment for varicose veins, closure and laser ablation have gained such a good foothold and are still commonly used for treatment. Definitive long term results (5 years and beyond) comparing different techniques with UGFS are still not available in that randomized clinical trials comparing the different techniques and follow up are needed. Immediate outcome following UGFS versus liquid sclerotherapy are available by some randomized trials. In the liquid group, the efficacy of reflux elimination was 35% versus 85% in UGFS group. In 2 years 53% of the veins stayed closed in the UGFS group versus only 12% in the liquid scleroptherapy group. As they increased the injections up to 3 injections of foam, the efficacy improved to 96% when 3% polidocanol foam was used. Randomized multicenter studies comparing UGFS and surgery

are available for review. In some studies impressive results almost equal to surgery have been obtained Y with UGFS, in obliteration of the incompetent veins, and improvement of the quality of life scores. The safe amount of foam used is determined by majority medical opinion, rather than research. More research studies will be coming out and the data will be available in the use of UGFS in treatment of large venus trunks.

Sp r i n g S c l ero Th erapy Spec i al $ 1 25 per 15 m i n u t e s es s i on

.QXG ;QWT .GIU #ICKP 9HLQ &HQWHU IRU :RPHQ

ď ś Systemic Complications

6FKHGXOH DSSRLQWPHQWV v w #ZZZ 9HLQ&HQWHU)RU:RPHQ FRP

There are some reported occasional reversible neurological events following UGFS of large veins. Some patients experience transient visual disturbances and chest symptoms for up to one hour after treatment. In the reported series these events are transient and reversible and anywhere in between 0.4% - 2%. This could be due to the difference in the amount and type of foam used (air foam versus CO2 foam). Available evidence from clinical series shows these visual and chest symptoms following UGFS treatment have no long-term effect.

Long-term ď ś Results

Follow up in 5 years show that only 4% of patients had significant varicose veins with symptoms with a recurrence rate of 12%. Only 9% of patients returned for repeat treatment. This data suggests that foam sclerotherapy is as durable as other procedures. Available evidence clearly shows that Foam Sclerotherapy is a safe and effective procedure. Very few side effects have been reported after treating millions.

*LULMD 6XU\D 0 ' %RDUG &HUWL¿HG LQ 7KRUDFLF &DUGLRYDVFXODU 6XUJHU\ )RU \RXU FRQYHQLHQFH QRZ DW WZR ORFDWLRQV (DVW %UXQVZLFN 3OD]D +LOO ‡ 5WH %OGJ $ (DVW %UXQVZLFN 1- +ROPGHO &RORQLDO &RPPRQV ‡ 1 %HHUV 6W %OGJ 6WH +ROPGHO 1-

&RQWDFW#9HLQ&HQWHU)RU:RPHQ FRP

&RQVHUYDWLYH 7KHUDS\

7KH SDWLHQWV DUH DGYLVHG DERXW /HJ (OHYDWLRQ DQG XVH RI &RPSUHVVLRQ 6WRFNLQJV

1RQ ,QYDVLYH 9DVFXODU 8OWUD 6RXQG

'LDJQRVWLF XOWUDVRXQG VWXGLHV DUH SHUIRUPHG WR GLDJQRVH DQG FXVWRPL]H WUHDWPHQW SODQV

6XUJLFDO 7UHDWPHQW

5DGLRIUHTXHQF\ $EODWLRQ ¹ )RU VXSHU¿FLDO ODUJH YHLQV ZLWK UHÀX[ 0LFUR SKOHEHFWRP\ ¹ )RU VPDOO EXOJLQJ YHLQV 6FOHURWKHUDS\ ¹ )RU VPDOO YHLQV D N D 6SLGHU YHLQV :H XVH $VFOHUDŠ LQ GLIIHUHQW VWUHQJWKV IRU WKH LQMHFWDEOH YHLQV &ODUL9HLQŠ D N D 02&$ PHFKDQLFDO FKHPLFDO DEODWLRQ IRU VXSHU¿FLDO ODUJH YHLQV ZLWK UHÀX[ 6DYHV WLPH DQG GLVFRPIRUW

&RVPHWLF 7UHDWPHQW

%RWR[Š -XYHGHUPŒ 8OWUD

Enter To Win

/LNH 8V RQ )DFHERRN WR (QWHU WR :LQ D JLIW FHUWLILFDWH WR

&KRFRODWH &DURXVHO ³/LNH´ XV RQ )DFHERRN WR HQWHU WKLV DORQJ ZLWK RXU RWKHU DPD]LQJ JLYHDZD\V

ZZZ )DFHERRN FRP 7KH&RXQW\:RPDQ

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Community

42

the arthritis foundation ANNUAL

L U N C H

E O

N

W E D N E SDAY, A P R I L 3 0 , 2 0 1 4 11:30 A.M. - 2:30 P.M. ROBERT MEYNER RECEPTION CENTER PNC BANK ARTS CENTER, HOLMDEL, NJ 07733

Honorees

Kathy Geller

Patty Ostaszewsi

Michele Ansbacher

Sawsan Najmey

ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION 555 Route 1 South, Suite 320, Iselin, NJ 08830 732.283.4300 | www.womenonthemovenjchapter.com

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Home

& Business

Expo

43

Sunday April 6th 2014

Sponsored By

 

Doors Open 11am –6pm

 

3rd Annual Ocean - Monmouth - Middlesex

Co Sponsored By

Free Raffle For Every Attendee To

And Selected Exhibitors

A 24 month lease for a 2014 IS 250 Lexus Plus WIN A 50’’ TV & A Social Membership to Bella Vista Country Club Free Exhibitor Gifts & Giveaways

Mark your calendar not to miss the experience of A full spectrum of Top New Jersey businesses from Monmouth-Ocean & Middlesex counties showcasing their latest products & services

Meet & Greet

FREE ADMISSION TO THE PUBLIC N.Y. Jets Great

3 Time Super Bowl Winner Dan Klecko

Joe Klecko

Exhibitor Space NOW Available Exhibitor Registration Visit www.BellaVistaccEvents.com

N.Y. Ranger Great Nick Fotiou

Super Bowl Winner Fred Baxter

IPLAY AMERICA’S EVENT CENTER 106 Schanck Rd. Freehold Township NJ

For Additional Information | Exhibitor Space | Exhibitor Online Registration Visit www.BellaVistaccEvents.com | Email : BVCC222@gmail.com | 732.616.7300 Disclosure:

Exhibitors are prohibited from entering car drawing. Attendee’s must be signed in by 10 exhibitors to be eligible & Must be 23 on over. Vehicle is a 24 month lease. Winner is responsible for all taxes & fees & must pass credit check. No substitutions for cash. Color of 2014 IS 250 determined by dealer. Certain restrictions apply. Bella Vista reserves the right to advertise & market any & all logos on vehicle. WINNER MUST BE PRESENT TIME OF DRAWING

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

44

Contemporary &Rattan Furniture

Chairs That Swival, Glide, Rock And More! In recent years there have been dramatic changes in the way we relax in a chair. The furniture industry is getting very inventive in creating seating with motion that allows us to lie back to nap, lull us with gentle rocking, swivel us to give us a full view, glide us peacefully or comfort our backs while watching an action movie. We even have motorized seats that lift us out of a recliner when our backs are giving us trouble.

Complex mechanisms have expanded the usefulness of our seating. Heritage House Interiors introduces rattan and upholstered seating that will not only swivel but will also glide. Some styles are designed small to fit in tight spaces . . . great for bedrooms.

Recliners That Swivel And Recline We have recliners that swivel and recline with built-in footrests. They can be adjusted so you can sit back with your feet up or lie back to take a nap. Some recliners are available in rattan and upholstery that will tilt forward and lift the seat with a push of a button so you can leave the chair without discomfort or danger.

Theater Recliners

Swivel Rocker

New to the rattan market are the theater recliners that are perfect for media rooms. These recliners can be joined together with consoles that hold your snacks and beverages to form rows of theater seating. They can be joined in any number of seats or set up individually.

Heritage House Interiors offers theater recliners with a choice of rattan arm styles, in several finishes and with upholstered arms - all with a choice of hundreds of fabrics.

Outdoor Furniture Revolution There is a revolution in outdoor furniture design too when it comes to furniture with moveable parts. Not only does Heritage House Interiors offer the traditional single and double swing chairs, but we have single and double seat glider chairs in several styles and finishes that can be used on the porch or patio. Relax at the pool in one of our single or double adjustable chaise lounges than have a cool drink at one of our outdoor bar or pub table with stools.

Now’s the time to choose your new outdoor furniture for your porch, patio or pool. All the new fabrics, finishes and designs for 2014 are ready for you to see. Special orders selected now will be here for Memorial Day. Don’t put off looking until May when you’ll have a very limited selection.

å

Recliner Glider

Hem Bedroom Written By: Wendy Miller

CATALINA MODULAR

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

Call Heritage House Interiors for all of your furniture needs at (609) 698-7621! March/April 2014

Contemporary &Rattan Furniture

45

Heritage House Interiors Has It all! Spring is heralded by the Philadelphia Flower Show March 1st to the 9th at the Convention Center…. the largest flower show in the world! This show reminds us to check out our homes. Is it time for fresh wall art or mirror and a lamp for that dark corner? Does your favorite chair need recovering? Heritage House Interiors does it all? Visit or telephone Wendy or Deborah for help in making your home look great. Visit Heritage House Interiors for your rattan and upholstered furniture needs for every room and even outside. You will also find one of the largest selections of lamps, art, artificial trees, accessories and gift items in the area. Open every day but Wednesday from 10am to 5pm.

Outdoor Swivel Glider

Swivel Base

Sagamore Dining Set

Clearwater Sect. w/Wedge

HERITAGE HOUSE INTERIORS

Stone Harbor pub table and stools

ng 40 Year i t a r b e l s Ce

Key Largo Hampton Bar Stool

Beautiful Bedroom Sets Available

25% OFF* E N T I R E

S T O R E

STOCK, CUSTOM ORDERS, LAMPS, ART, ACCESSORIES

Customer Testimonial . . .

Cash or Check (*Charges and debit cards 20% OFF)

“Henry, thank you so much for your help and expertise regarding the table. I could not believe I got it the same day I visited you. Needless to say I love it and can’t wait to have company over to enjoy a meal. Thanks again for all your help and kindness.” ~ R. Bauer

The County Woman Magazine

OPEN 10-5 • THURSDAY • FRIDAY • SATURDAY • SUNDAY MONDAY • TUESDAY • CLOSED WEDNESDAY 408 N. MAIN ST. (RT. 9) • BARNEGAT, NJ - 609-698-7621 CALL FOR DIRECTIONS

w w w.rattaninteriors.com

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

46

Women

of

Monmouth County

Joanne Feliciano, PA-C Physician Assistant at Improve Health Solutions Joanne is a graduate of St. John’s University. She has been practicing as a Physician Assistant (PA) for 18 years. One of her notable accomplishments was her position as Lead Forensic Liaison for the World Trade Center Disaster Operations. She is a member of SEMPA and AAPA. She is currently the Lead PA for TeamHealth at Lourdes Emergency Department Willingboro/Deborah. She works with ED physicians to establish diagnosis and treatment plans. Her latest endeavor is working with Dr. Robert Frankel at Improve Health Solutions managing patients who struggle with weight loss. She received training in Weight Management and Medical Fitness. With her knowledge, she is able to help her patients accomplish their weight loss goals and lead them to a healthier lifestyle. Her personal goal is to encourage people to live healthy and to prevent illnesses that are linked to obesity. Joanne was born in the Philippines and raised in NYC, she moved to Monmouth County eight years ago to raise a family. She currently resides in Wall Township, is married and has two girls. She loves the beach, traveling and spending time with her family. To learn more, visit www. improvehealthsolutions.com or call 866-807-8686.

Christina Nathanson Escapades Producer At Brandywine Senior Living At Wall For almost eight years, Christina Nathanson has been the Escapades Producer at Brandywine Senior Living at Wall. What on earth is an Escapades Producer? Put simply: it’s a person whose job it is to uplift the spirit of each resident, bring a smile to their face and joy into their daily lives. And Christina Nathanson is an Escapades Producer extraordinaire! Christina’s journey into the world of assisted living was not a straight line. She began her career in the restaurant business. But somewhere along the journey she began spending more and more time with her grandmother, and grandmother became Christina’s mentor. She taught her about volunteerism and how to live a more fulfilling Life. And assisted living and Christina fit like a glove. Christina, following in her mentor’s footsteps, volunteers. Her “spare time” is committed to working with the homeless through Kane University; she helps fulfill the wishes of chronically ill children at Dream Factory at the Jersey Shore; the Alzheimer’s Association where she helps raise needed funds to continue research for a cure, to name a few. I did use the word extraordinaire! For more information or to contact Christina, please call 732-282-1910 or visit www.brandycare.com.

Photo by Annette Jenkins Photography

Penny S. Turtel, M.D., F.A.C.G., F.A.C.P. Physician at Shore Gastroenterology Associates “Why in the world did you become a gastroenterologist?” (often asked with revulsion), has been a recurrent question asked of Dr. Turtel during her 22 years in this field of medicine. Digestive conditions can seriously diminish one’s quality of life, but fortunately, are often treatable, and can be made manageable with proper diagnosis and care. Having a positive impact on people’s lives on a daily basis is what gives Dr. Turtel the most satisfaction from her work. Penny Turtel grew up in Brooklyn, NY, attended Barnard College and Cornell University Medical College. Her Internal Medicine Residency and Gastroenterology Fellowship were completed at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. Since moving to Monmouth County in 1992, Dr. Turtel has been a member of Shore Gastroenterology Associates, and feels fortunate to be working with a wonderful group of physicians, nurse practitioners and staff. A strong advocate of exercise as an important component of overall health, Dr. Turtel enjoys outdoor sports, and loves active family vacations with her husband Larry and their three sons. Dr. Turtel has been listed in: Best Doctors of America, Top Doctors New York Metropolitan Area and New Jersey, Inside Jersey, and US News and Health Report. Dr. Turtel can be contacted at Shore Gastroenterology Associates, 1907 Highway 35 Oakhurst, NJ 07755, 732-517-0060, www.shoregastro.com.

Photo by Annette Jenkins Photography

Nicole Filiano

Surgical Director at The Witlin Center for Advanced Eyecare

Nicole was born in Queens New York, moved to New Jersey when she was five and currently lives in East Winsdor with her fiancé, Luis. Nicole began her career working for a Neuro-ophthalmologist shortly after graduating from high school. Her knowledge has grown while working in the field and learning from her co-workers and the doctors on staff. She started at The Witlin Center for Advanced Eyecare as a Technician Assistant and has advanced to the position of Surgical Director to a three-location office with busy patient flow. Nicole is a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) and continues her education as a Surgical Assistant. She loves what she does because she gets to assist in patient care and helps improve a person’s quality of life. She spends her free time outdoors as much as she can cycling, hiking and enjoying small picnics. Nicole also enjoys spending time with her soon to be husband and stepdaughter watching movies, and laughing the night away. For more information or t contact Nicole, please call 732-698-9300 or visit www.witlineyecare.com.

Photo by Annette Jenkins Photography

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Women

of

Monmouth County

Liya Ostrow, DMD

47

Judith S. Parnes, ACSW LCSW CMC

Tender Smiles 4 Kids www.tendersmiles4kids.com Known as Dr. Liya, emigrated from Russia in 1991 at the age of ten. She was a Summa Cum Laude graduate in 2003 from Hunter College in New York. That same year she relocated to Philadelphia to attend the University of Pennsylvania Dental School where she earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree, Cum Laude. While at UPSDM she was keenly involved in programs and visits providing underprivileged children and adults with much needed dental care and education. Advanced studies in her field of Pediatric Dentistry took place at Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. There she served as Chief Resident. Dr. Liya takes pride in providing exceptional dental care with a warm sense of humor and gentle style which helps the children and parents relax during their visits. Caring for children and their dental needs is paramount to everything she does. Dr. Liya is Board Certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and is a standing member of AAPD (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry), the NJDA, NJDPA, and the ADA. Dr. Liya is surrounded by medical professionals in her family. She resides in Morganville with her husband Vlady, who is a pediatrician and their two children, Julian (5yrs.) and Kayla (1yr.) plus an 8yr. old Pekingese named Archie. Dr. Liya enjoys entertaining at home and traveling. For more information or to contact Dr. Liya, please call 732-625-8080 or visit www.tendersmiles4kids.com.

Executive Director and Founder of Elder Life Management

Judith is the Executive Director and Founder of Elder Life Management and is a nationally recognized Gerontologist, holding advanced graduate degrees, certification, and coursework in Social Work, Aging and Public Health. A noted lecturer on concerns of the elderly and their families, Ms. Parnes has taught coursework at Rutgers University as well as at Community Colleges throughout New Jersey. Judith established Elder Life Management in 1987 to assist older adults and their families with issues of elder care planning and management. By providing comprehensive consultation and care management services the quality of life for the older adult is enhanced, while simultaneously assisting the family with advocacy, education and support. Ms. Parnes is very active in her local community and is the mother of four adult children. The daughter of Holocaust survivors, Ms. Parnes never had the benefit of many extended family members or knowing any grandparents. Upon completion of her graduate education, Judith realized that she wanted to devote her professional career in assuring the quality of life and care of older adults in our society In practice more than 20 years, Ms. Parnes has helped thousands of families in the Monmouth and Ocean County area. Services presently offered include applying for Medicaid, and VA benefits, psychotherapy and ongoing care management intervention as the situation arises. For more information please visit www.elderlifemanagement.org or call 732-493-8080.

Photo by Annette Jenkins Photography

Photo by Annette Jenkins Photography

Pat Madzin

Alexia Mitrushi Certified Personal Trainer at Meridian Fitness & Wellness

Owner of From The Garden

Originally from Somers Point, New Jersey, Alexia Mitrushi is a NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) Certified Personal Trainer at Meridian Fitness & Wellness in Hazlet. Alexia admits, “I was never in love with fitness and nutrition.” But, that all changed a few years ago while Alexia was battling weight management issues. “I researched clean eating and proper nutrition. I made a pact with myself and, for the first time in my life, I stuck with a fitness and nutrition regimen because it was no longer a diet, it was a lifestyle,” says Alexia. After losing 60 pounds, Alexia decided it was time to help as many people as possible who battle with weight management. Whether they are hesitant to start a fitness program or don’t fully understand the importance of healthy eating, Alexia hopes to make a difference in their lives. “My training philosophy is simple: Create the highest, grandest vision possible for your life because you become what you believe.” In 2014, Alexia hopes to help at least two people lose 100 pounds. “Ultimately, I want to have a hand in ending the trend of obesity in America,” she says. To contact Alexia or for more information on Meridian Fitness & Wellness, please visit www. MeridianFitnessandWellness.com or call 732-335-4200, today!

With roots in Bradley Beach, Patty Madzin has a history with farm life and agriculture. For 35 years her and her husband Drew have been in the green industry and cultivated and built a 17-acre farm in Freehold/Howell. With a strong moral conviction, they donate food to the Joshua House, Catholic Charities, Howell Seniors and the Tent Community. While their sense of charity has not changed, the farm now serves as a post-retirement project that Patty and Drew enter each day with just as much fervor as all their past endeavors. Patty is eager to please each and every customer, whether it is a bouquet of flowers, jars of honey, favors for a bride or freshly picked apples. There isn’t a moment in her day when she isn’t focused on keeping her customers satisfied and willing to come back. “I’m doing what I’ve always wanted”, she says cheerily as she bags a jar of honey for an area mother. People around Monmouth County understand the health benefits of local honey and are happy there is someone to provide them with natural goods while also supporting a local farm. Patty’s stand is on Fairfield Road and the honey shoppe is down the driveway. For information, please call 732-866-1745 or visit www.FromTheGarden.com.

Photo by Annette Jenkins Photography

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Community

48

ARE YOU CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE? CALL 800.272.3900

The Alzheimer’s Association is here to help you and those you care about through care consultation, education, support and more. Call us 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 800.272.3900 or visit alz.org/nj.

alz.org/nj ©2014 Alzheimer’s Association®. All Rights Reserved.

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Community

49

*ROI DQ\RQH"

0RQGD\ -XQH D P 6KRWJXQ 6WDUW (DJOH 5LGJH *ROI &OXE /DNHZRRG SHU SOD\HU LQFOXGHV EUHDNIDVW EXIIHW OXQFK RSHQ EDU JUHHQV IHHV FDUW GULYLQJ UDQJH ORFNHU URRPV JROIHUV· JLIW EDJV 6SRQVRUVKLS 2SSRUWXQLWLHV $YDLODEOH

&RQWHVWV ŏ $ZDUGV ŏ 5DIÁHV

)RU PRUH LQIRUPDWLRQ DERXW WKLV HYHQW RU WR PDNH D GRQDWLRQ SOHDVH FDOO /$'$&,1 1HWZRUN¶V &RPPXQLW\ 5HODWLRQV 'HSDUWPHQW DW H[W HPDLO FRPPXQLW\UHODWLRQV#/$'$&,1 RUJ YLVLW XV RQ RXU ZHEVLWH DW ZZZ /$'$&,1 RUJ RU RQ )DFHERRN DW ZZZ IDFHERRN FRP ODGDFLQ

6

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

The County Woman Magazine

'HSDUWPHQW RI (GXFDWLRQ DSSURYHG VFKRROV DGXOW GD\ SURJUDPV YRFDWLRQDO WUDLQLQJ VXSSRUWHG HPSOR\PHQW UHVLGHQWLDO VHUYLFHV FOLQLF VHUYLFHV SHUVRQDO DVVLVWDQFH VHUYLFHV KRPH KHDOWK DLGH VHUYLFHV DQG OLIW HTXLSSHG WUDQVSRUWDWLRQ /$'$&,1 1HWZRUN UHOLHV RQ WKH VXSSRUW RI WKH FRPPXQLW\ WR SURYLGH DQG H[SDQG WKHVH TXDOLW\ SURJUDPV DQG VHUYLFHV $OWKRXJK VWDWH IXQGLQJ DVVLVWV WKH $JHQF\ LW GRHV QRW VXI¿FLHQWO\ IXQG WKH FRPSUHKHQVLYH VHUYLFHV UHTXLUHG E\ RXU FOLHQWV (YHQWV VXFK DV WKH 5$7 5RFN 2SHQ *ROI &ODVVLF DOORZ WKH $JHQF\ WR UDLVH DZDUHQHVV DV ZHOO DV IXQGV

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

50

Theatre

&Entertainment You had me at goodbye!

Ben Brantley, New York Times

Concept, Lyrics & Choreography by

RUTHE PONTURO Music by

JOHN THOMAS FISCHER Directed by

MARK WALDROP

Photo: Janine N. Ajamian, SPA DIGITAL Images, Ltd.

SmartTix.com (212) 868-4444

Barrow Street Theatre 27 Barrow Street at 7th Ave.

Photo: Joan Marcus

An original musical inspired by the true story of a Broadway producer’s wife who is suddenly jilted by her husband after decades of marriage. Determined to celebrate a new chapter in her life, she turns to her wickedly witty friends, who together sing, dance and laugh their way through the ripple effects of divorce and self-discovery.

Design: Fraver

For Tickets TELECHARGE.COM or (212) 239-6200 DR2 Theatre │ 103 East 15th Street, NYC

Premium Seats Available TilDivorceTheMusical.com

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Theatre

&Entertainment

“PURE UNADULTERATED HUMOR.”

51

“Sweet & Sassy!”

- The Daily Beast

- NY Times

The

ORIGINAL

PARODY

n o i t a r b y! e l e c l famil a c i s u and m l u yf , love o j A f life o

of

Fifty Shades of Grey Directed by

Al Samuels Rob Lindley

NAMSTOP I E OF N TH LOV E E

I AM NOT MY HAIR

STOP IN TH NAME OF LOVEE

GLE

RESPECT

photos of original Off Broadway Cast.

SIN

I AM MY NO HAI T R

SINGLE LADIES

LAD

RES TYRONE NOT “VERY FUNNY”TYand “WITTY” PEC I AM HAIR RON - Chicago Tribune T MY E

STOP IN T NAME OF LOHVEE

EYCT P L S I E M R A EF

I AM NOT MY HAIR OT I AM HNNAIORT SINGL IMAYM AIR

MY

E LADIES

H

WE LADIES IES E L G A N D FAM RE SI E LA WE AR L ILY G THTE YRONE SIN C E “A Winner!” T E WOENAE R PPDIOANFY LOVE OBeacon SPTS -NY NAMSTOP I OP IN THEOEH HAPPYWDAEY AI IALY LADIERS ESPECTR E OH R Y R Y RE F NE P T N TST OF LOV M SMINGLE HAP HANPAMEECIO E A H ARMOI F O O H M E N PY D F L NAEM U L Y Y O LY O S O H T OVE HAI OTT RD HAPPTYHDEAYE AY Y R V A N PTI OEF CLOT OH HAOH HAPPY D RE-SCosmopolitan RESPSINEGCLT I AM NOAUISR I NAME NOT O T O PPY S NRAEMSEP E LA RECYIHTYROM GO PEC R M E A DAY Y I H R HAP P D D A S I IR BL M N T D I A H E P R R H E T S O S S P O ECT ECT L Call 866-811-4111 or Visit 50SHADESTHEMUSICAL.COM DIEHE CH ESSMY A T ECT L P S C T I E E I L R Y L Y St. Luke’s Theatre, 308 W 46th St E D DA G THE ELEKTRA THEATRE at TimesI Square Arts Center RO OATM P SINOH HAPSPSY212.239.6200 • SistasTheMusical.com AM NE Telecharge.com I AMMNY IRENSOT IES

“HILARIOUS!” 300 W. 43rd St.

50_Shades.NJWomen.4.75x11.5.4C.indd 1

The County Woman Magazine

MY NO HAI T R

OH

LE GOD EBCHILD NE TH RESYPREOCT

HARHAI

HAP

Y Special rates for groups call M 212.977.5925

PY D

AY www.TheCountyWoman.com E 2/4/14 12:46 PM

T

R

OT N March/April I AM HAIR2014

Community

52

WATCH LIVE COVERAGE ON FOLLOW US

ShopRite LPGA Classic Presented by Acer May 26 - June 1, 2014 Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club

For tickets and more information, call 609-798-0222 or visit ShopRiteLPGAClassic.com

Supported in part by a grant from New Jersey Department of State, Division of Travel and Tourism

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Community

53

Just a hop into ~ and a jump into an exciting summer ahead!

Spring is in the air – you can tell by the soft fresh rains, bugs and bunnies hopping all over the lawn. Daffodils along with the tulips are popping their greenery up and getting ready to burst color all abound for us ~ which is much needed after this never-ending winter! Everyone’s daydreams turn to summer vacations ahead and sprucing up the homestead.

At RMH in Long Branch, we are looking forward to seeing what spring brings in our garden! Partnering with Lowes, we have created a perennial garden that comes to life with the warmth of the sun. The front garden is filled with wildflowers of every color, framed with hydrangeas. The gazebo garden is attended by our Master Gardeners, which blossom to life with hydrangeas, peonies and lilacs. The smell is intoxicating! Around back is our “touch, feel & smell” garden, abound with soft lambs ear, velvety little purple flowers on the Russian sage, ferns, and scotch broom is bursting its bright yellow leaves. What better place than to hold our 2nd annual Garden Tea Party! Last year’s was a wonderful success, even with the cold rain that was coming down. We moved inside and our awesome volunteers got to work creating a “garden” of flowers adorning the walls, and making our playroom become a fun tea party event. This year we are crossing our fingers no rain, and hoping our garden becomes an inviting place! Our Garden Tea Party will take place on Sunday, May 18, 2014, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm – everyone is invited, although space is limited and ticket prices are the same - $30 for one or 2 for $50. We will be serving a selection of tea’s, finger foods, and a gift auction. Madam Potts from www.madpotsoftea.com will be on hand to discuss how teas are combined and offing her brew, “Cup of Comfort” created especially for RMH. The blend is available on her website, but you can try it at the party and pick up a bag there too! Get your tickets today, space is limited – go to www.rmh-cnj.org for more information, and click on the link on the front page to reserve your spot!

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Community

54

Letter From NJAWBO Shore Region President Jackie Berman Think Spring! Spring is in the air and it’s time to plant the seeds to grow your business. NJAWBO Shore is a great place to sow the soil. We are giving you great opportunities in March and April to have your business blossom. NJAWBO’s 16th Annual Business Growth & Procurement Conference is scheduled for April 17th. Get “Inspired Ideas, Cultivate Connections” while taking your business to the next level with inspiration in five key areas. Linda Hollander, known as “Wealthy Bag Lady” is the keynote speaker. The topic is “Wealthy Bag Lady 7 Success Secrets,” register for this event at www.NJAWBO.org

Jackie Berman President, NJAWBO Shore Region Monmouth/Ocean/Middlesex Pearlsofwisdommedia@gmail.com 732.610.1567

If you are a woman or know one, in or returning to college or an accredited trade school (must be enrolled for an associates degree) with plans to open her own business in her chosen profession or industry, please apply for the Donna Myers Entrepreneur Scholarship. Application and restrictions are on our website. Deadline is April 25th. Energize!! Empower!!! Engage!! Warmest Regards, Jackie Berman President, NJAWBO Shore Region

In March, our Region has two great events planned. March 12th is our Open House. Get to meet the members and learn about NJAWBO and the advantages of being a member. Being a woman and business owner, we need to take time to care for ourselves. March 27th it’s time to take care of the girls. A representative from Susan G. Komen will be discussing breast cancer awareness, in addition, are you wearing the right size bra? Get fitted correctly. Our schedule does have additions and corrections, so please make it a habit to look at our website. Have NJAWBO questions? Please feel free to call me and best yet, attend a meeting.

Non-members are invited to attend a Shore Region event at member price – mention this article! Networking After Hours March 12, 6:30pm Affinity Federal Credit Union, Route 27, Edison Taking Care of the Girls March 27, 6:00pm Brazen Bras Boutique, W. Main St. Freehold For details, or to register, visit NJAWBOShore.org Limit one per person. Valid for NJAWBO Shore Region (Monmouth/Ocean/Middlesex) events only.

What are You Doing to Build Your Business? 16th Annual Business Growth & Procurement Conference Inspire Ideas, Cultivate Connections

April 17, 2014 • 8:00am – 2:45pm Pines Manor, Edison, NJ

A day of business-building ideas, connections, and information. Cost includes: Full breakfast buffet, expert panel discussion, roundtables, business expo, and inspiration during the luncheon from our keynote speaker.

LUNCHEON KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Linda Hollander

“Wealthy Bag Lady 7 Success Secrets”

For more details, full agenda, and registration: www.njawbo.org/event/procurement2014

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Community

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

55

March/April 2014

Community

56

Local Nonprofit Raises Awareness

And Helps Babies Breathe Easy

Written by: Stephanie Hueston

On January 18, 2010 Stephanie Hueston’s second daughter, Seraphina was born. Shortly after birth it was very obvious something was very wrong. The newborn was blue and struggling to breathe. Stephanie was assured her daughter was suffering from “normal newborn congestion” and was told it would resolve within a few days. As the days passed Seraphina’s health started deteriorating. She was gasping for every breath and stopped breathing multiple times a day. Stephanie rushed Seraphina to the pediatrician’s office and demanded she see a specialist. Something was wrong with her baby, she just didn’t know what. Five weeks after Seraphina’s birth, she was diagnosed with an airway defect called laryngomalacia.

Laryngomalacia is a congenital defect of the larynx. The tissues above the larynx are floppy and omega shaped. When the infant breathes in, they collapsecreating an airway obstruction. For almost 99% of all cases LM is a common, benign condition. No further medical treatment is required after initial diagnosis. And then there is a very small percentage of babies that are diagnosed with life threatening LM. Stephanie’s daughter fell into this category. Her doctor said on a scale of 1-10 Seraphina was 12, the worse case of LM he has ever seen. On June 11, 2010 Seraphina had airway surgery known as a supraglottoplasty. During a supraglottoplasty, the surgeon cuts each side of the epiglottis tissue, creating more room in the airway for when the floppy larynx collapses. The surgery does not cure LM but helps improve the symptoms. After surgery, Seraphina was transferred to ICU where she was put on oxygen, steroids to keep her lungs open and morphine to ease the pain. As the summer went on Pint-Sized Powerhouse Seraphina

started improving while Stephanie was falling apart. Exhausted, scared and overwhelmed Stephanie remembered advice her mother had given her--in every situation, you have a choice. Laryngomalacia wasn’t any different. Stephanie could let laryngomalacia destroy her or let it empower her, the choice was there. Coping With Laryngomalacia, Inc. (CWL) was founded in July of 2010 and is the first 501 (c ) 3 nonprofit organization in the USA and in the world that provides support, strength and education for families coping with LM, TM and BM--all defects of the airway. The CWL Team is made up 100% of volunteers who donate their time, support and passion to the cause daily--while many of them are coping with LM

themselves. In addition to 24/7 online support and education, CWL offers feeding difficulty support and resources, a formula assistance program, a care package program ingeniously titled the Breathe Easy Program as well their Pint-Sized Powerhouse Grant Program which helps families pay outstanding medical bills. In the start of the New Year, CWL partnered with Owlet Baby Monitors-- a new and upcoming company who create baby monitors that measure young children’s heart and lung rates. To date, CWL has helped well over a thousand families all throughout the USA, Canada, Europe, South Africa, Australia and most recently the Philippines and Finland. CWL’s future is bright! Planning for the Annual Softball Tournament (which will be held in Missouri

this June) has begun. Guests of this event will be able to participate in the softball tournament and in a Meet & Greet with the NFL’s St.Louis Rams! All proceeds raised from the event will benefit the Pint-Sized Powerhouse Grant Program. Local volunteers are gearing up for their New Jersey Playdate in March while CWL Founder & President Stephanie Hueston works closely with families who are walking the same journey she once walked.

For more infomation on CWL, what they do and infant airway defects please visit CopingWithLM.org or find them on Facebook.com/CopingWithLaryngomalacia, Inc. http://www.copingwithlm.org/

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Business

&Finance

Are You Looking For The Latest Trends In Social Media Marketing?

57

Pearls of Wisdom Media LLC

Here’s A Summary Of The Latest Research. All Roads Lead to Mobile Whether we’re talking about Facebook, YouTube or the newest toy, Snapchat, research shows that wellexecuted mobile strategies will offer the biggest payoff for marketers.

Facebook Mobile is the Largest Source of Social Traffic

According to Shareaholic’s Social Media Traffic Report (October 2013), publishers saw average referral traffic from Facebook mobile grow 253% between September 2012 and September 2013! So your number one priority right now is to make sure your Facebook posts are optimized for mobile devices. Make sure your updates are short and to the point. Use URL-shortening tools. And include images.

Use of Video for Marketing Is a Must!

A recent poll conducted by eMarketer found that 93% of marketers had used video for online marketing, sales

or communications at some point in 2013, up from 81% in 2012. The falling costs of video production plus the elimination of barriers to video content distribution have made this trend possible.

Employees Need Social Media Training

Social media is no longer optional for most organizations in the U.S. But there’s a problem—lack of training! A survey by Altimeter Group found that employees are seriously lacking basic social media skills. Only 18% of those surveyed believed that employees have a good or very good understanding of social media or the organization’s social media policies. 61% of organizations have zero or ad hoc training programs in social media. Untrained social media employees can cause significant problems for your business, including damage to your brand’s reputation, disclosure of confidential information and even regulatory or compliance violations.

Social Media For Your Business - Don’t have the time? Let Pearls of Wisdom take over, call Jackie at 732-610-1567!

Jackie Berman, Pearls of Wisdom Media

Jackie Berman 732.610.1567 PearlsOfWisdomMedia@gmail.com www.twitter.com/jackieberman Social Media –Don’t have the time? Let Pearls of Wisdom take over.

732 610 1567

www.twitter.com/JackieBerman • www.facebook.com/PearlsofWisdomMedia

Community

&$86( ())(&7 +RZ WKH 0HGLD <RX &RQVXPH &DQ &KDQJH <RXU /LIH ;OL YLWYLZLU[H[PVU VM ^VTLU PU [OL TLKPH OHZ ZLYPV\Z SVUN [LYT LMMLJ[Z ;= ZOV^Z TV]PLZ ^LIZP[LZ IVVRZ HUK THNHaPULZ HSS PUĂ…\LUJL `V\UN ^VTLUÂťZ ZLSM PTHNL HUK [OPZ OHZ H KPYLJ[ LMMLJ[ VU [OL U\TILY VM ^VTLU PU SLHKLYZOPW WVZP[PVUZ

K ! ,Z[PTH[LK U\TILY VM

JVTTLYJPHSZ [OL H]LYHNL < : NPYS OHZ ZLLU I` [OL HNL VM

SH^`LYZ VY WVSP[PJPHUZ K6US` VM NPYSZ ILSPL]L [OL` OH]L ^OH[ P[ [HRLZ [V IL H SLHKLY VM `LHY VSK NPYSZ ^HU[ [V IL SLHKLYZ PZ [OL WLHR HNL MVY NPYSZÂť SLHKLYZOPW HTIP[PVUZ K6US` VM (TLYPJHU SLHKLYZOPW WVZP[PVUZ HYL OLSK I` ^VTLU K6US` VM *VUNYLZZ PZ MLTHSL

K VM ;= JVTTLYJPHSZ HPTLK K VM I\ZPULZZ ^VTLU ZLL [OL H[ MLTHSL ]PL^LYZ \ZL ILH\[` HZ WYVK\J[ HWWLHS

HIZLUJL VM MLTHSL YVSL TVKLSZ HZ H IHYYPLY [V [OLPY KL]LSVWTLU[

K V\[ VM [LLUHNL NPYSZ MLLS

+LZWP[L [OPZ V\[ VM [LLUHNL NPYSZ OH]L HJJLW[LK [OL PKLH VM ILPUN SLHKLYZ

KLWYLZZLK N\PS[` VY ZOHTLM\S HM[LY ZWLUKPUN TPU\[LZ SLHĂ„UN [OYV\NO H MHZOPVU THNHaPUL ^PZO [OL` ^LYL HZ ZRPUU` HZ TVKLSZ

;OLYL PZ OVWL >L JHU THRL JOVPJLZ [V YPZL HIV]L [OL Z[H[Z )L JVUZJPV\Z VM `V\Y MHTPS`ÂťZ TLKPH JVUZ\TW[PVU VU SPUL HUK VMM -VJ\Z VU HJOPL]LTLU[ V]LY HWWLHYHUJL ,UJV\YHNL `V\UN ^VTLU HUK NPYSZ [V Ă„UK ^OH[ THRLZ [OLT OHWW` HUK HWWYLJPH[L [OLPY \UPX\LULZZ +VUÂť[ MVYNL[ [V JLSLIYH[L [OLPY HJJVT WSPZOTLU[Z )L H YVSL TVKLS! WLYZVUPM` [OL JOHYHJ[LYPZ[PJZ `V\ OVWL [V ZLL PU [OL ^VYSK HYV\UK `V\ )L H TLU[VY IV`JV[[ OHYTM\S TLKPH HUK \ZL `V\Y ]VPJL [V JYLH[L JOHUNL

K ^HU[ [V IL SLHKLYZ ILJH\ZL [OL` ^HU[ [V OLSW WLVWSL VM PU . YH[LK Ă„STZ HYL THSL 6M [OL JVSSLNL Z[\KLU[Z HYL ^VTLU [OH[ HYL MLTHSL HSTVZ[ UVUL HYL *,6Z

K VM JOHYHJ[LYZ ^P[O QVIZ

.L[ PU]VS]LK 7SLHZL ]PZP[!

Source: http://therepresentationproject.org/resources/infographics/repinfo3/

The County Woman Magazine

ZZZ 7KH5HSUHVHQWDWLRQ3URMHFW RUJ

www.TheCountyWoman.com

@6<9 =60*, *6<5;: %URXJKW WR <RX %\

;OL 9LWYLZLU[H[PVU 7YVQLJ[

4LNOHU 4VYZL YLWYLZLU[H[P]L

:JHU OLYL [V ^H[JO ¸/V^ [OL 4LKPH -HPSLK >VTLU PU š

March/April 2014

Community

58

      



  

 

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Fine Art Photography

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

59

March/April 2014

Quality Value, Quality Service & , 5 85 , "' (.65 8 865 8 8 8 8 8 ) , 5 ,.#Ĺ€ 5#(5 -. .,# -5 ( 5 3( )&)!3

# &5 ,#0#& ! -5 .9

,- 35 "), 5 # &5 (. ,65 *./( 65

#' &&5 # &5 (. ,65 % 1)) 65

(5 # &5 (. ,65 ,# %65

)/.5Äť 5 ) .),888 ,85 , "' (.5, #0 5"#-5' # &5 / .#)(5 .5." 5 (#0 ,-#.35) 5 # #( 5 ( 5 (.#-.,35 ) 5 15 ,- 385 5, #0 5"#-5' # &5 ., #(#(!5 .5 )/(.5 #( #5 "))&5) 5 # #( 5 A5 15 ),%5 (#0 ,-#.3651" , 5" 5*, .# 5 -5 5 &&)15#(5' . ,( &7 . &5' # #( 85 ,#),5 .)5 -. &#-"#(!5 5-/ -- /&5*, .# 5#(5 (5 ( 5 )(')/."5 )/(.# -65" 51 -5 #, .),5) 5 I 5 .5." 5 )-*#. &5 (. ,5 .5 , (! 5 #(5 -- 25 )/(.365 85 5 &-)5-* %-5Ĺ‚/ (.5 * (#-"85 ,85 , "' (.5#-5 (5 &/'(/-5) 5." 5 (#. 5 . . -5 0 &5 '365 & --5) 5gonm8

The County Woman Magazine

www.TheCountyWoman.com

March/April 2014

Turn static files into dynamic content formats.

Create a flipbook
Issuu converts static files into: digital portfolios, online yearbooks, online catalogs, digital photo albums and more. Sign up and create your flipbook.