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Dr. Robert Chickara and his multi-specialty team at REHABILITY are offering a new Neuropathy treatment program for optimum results. See pages 2, 3 & 6.

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Dr. Chickara Offers an Integrated Treatment Approach To Help You Resume & Maintain an Active Lifestyle Robert Chickara, DC and his multi-specialty team at REHABILITY combine the benefits of chiropractic, physical therapy and acupuncture for optimum results.With a strong focus on manual “hands-on”

techniques, they offer integrated treatment options based on your condition and tailored to your individual needs.“Our collaborative efforts are always patient-centered, from reducing pain and restoring function, to correcting causes and achieving goals,” Dr. Chickara adds. Besides their comprehensive approach to patient care and the advanced treatments they offer, REHABILITY stands out because of the relationships they have with one another as well as with their patients. The warm atmosphere of their practice is noticed upon your first visit. MCW: Tell us about the new Neuropathy treatment you offer your patients. Dr. Chickara: Peripheral Neuropathy is always one of the most challenging conditions to treat with conservative management. Most cases are chronic and the result of impaired circulation to the extremities due to an underlying medical condition. This often results in damage to the peripheral nervous system. The new vascular treatment system we have implemented is called MicroVas Therapy. The technology behind this sophisticated electro-magnetic nerve stimulator lies in its powerful, deeply penetrating waveform, allowing blood to pump and circulate more efficiently through the extremities. This process is geared to significantly raise oxygen levels of nerve tissue, accelerating the healing process. MCW: What are some of the positive effects of MicroVas Therapy? Dr. Chickara: While the therapeutic effects of MicroVas Therapy are often remarkable in restoring sensation and symptomatic relief, our care plans also include extensive manual therapy techniques on the affected extremities that are invaluable in your recovery. Basic conditioning activities are then incorporated to improve any associated impaired functions like balance or difficulty walking. We set realistic goals from the start, focused on enhancing your quality of life. MCW: Tell us about your spinal traction and decompression therapies. Dr. Chickara: The concepts of “traction” and “decompression” are centered on a primary goal of relieving pressure. Many of the spinal conditions we see in our practice such as disc herniations, degenerated discs, spinal stenosis, and pinching of spinal nerves all involve some element of increased spinal pressure that often results in back, neck, leg, or arm pain. We specialize in non-surgical mechanical traction techniques including flexion-distraction and spinal decompression therapies, both of which are performed on highly specialized treatment tables. These innovative devices allow us to specifically target the root-cause of the condition, relieving pressure on the affected neural structures and any spinal joints that may be compressed. In most cases, this relaxing process provides substantial symptomatic relief, while complementing the other techniques we provide to attain the best outcome.

In addition to providing the necessary corrective care at each office visit, we teach our patients the ideal posture positions for their everyday life, as well as those to avoid. These helpful tips are essential for optimal spinal health. MCW: How has life changed since welcoming your new baby girl? Dr. Chickara: Having lost my father to pancreatic cancer last year, the birth of my daughter Alexa was the best thing that could have happened for us. We feel blessed to have such a wonderful baby and are enjoying every minute watching her grow. The biggest change has been not having my wife, Irene at the practice full-time Robert Chickara, DC anymore. She has been my Front Office Assistant for several years and vital to our growth with all the tasks she managed on a daily basis. Fortunately, it’s been convenient for her to come by with Alexa since so many of our patients and friends have been anxious to meet her.

Dr. Chickara is a chiropractor and the clinic director of REHABILITY, LLC. After receiving a Doctorate of Chiropractic from New York Chiropractic College in December 2001, he joined forces with a team of medical doctors and physical therapists in a multi-specialty rehabilitation clinic in Scarsdale, NY. The experience he gained

in developing a patient-centered, comprehensive treatment approach and the knowledge acquired in the management of a multi-disciplinary health care office, enabled him to establish his own practice in Freehold, NJ since 2007. Dr. Chickara truly enjoys the rapport he maintains with each of his patients and is committed to helping them achieve their health goals.

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MCW: What can patients do at home to have improved spinal health? Dr. Chickara: One of the most important aspects of any treatment plan is educating patients about ways they can facilitate their own response to care, whether at home or work. We are always recommending useful stretches and stress the importance of postural awareness in their daily routines. With the extent of all the mobile technology in our lives today, the repetitive strains that work against proper posture and our spinal alignment are significant and have a compounding effect over time.

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The REHABILITY Team Provides A Comprehensive Treatment Approach To Ensure Better Health

Jessie Ganon, PT, CKTP

Pictured L-R: Ellen Policastri, LAc, Erika Petillo, PTA, Jessie Ganon, PT, Karen Ngai, Rehab Technician, and Clinic Director, Robert Chickara, DC

Ellen Policastri, M.S., L. Ac., Dipl. Ac. (NCCAOM)

Ellen Policastri is a board certified Diplomat of Acupuncture and a Licensed Acupuncturist in the state of New Jersey as well as Florida. A graduate from the University of South Florida in Tampa and East West College of Natural Medicine in Sarasota, Ellen holds Bachelor Degrees in Biology and Professional Health Sciences, as well as a Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Growing up in Florida and throughout her studies, Ellen has always maintained an interest in human health and physiology, nutrition and wellness. She has had extensive training in the art of Oriental Medicine with a special focus on acupuncture and herbal therapies as well as Asian bodywork modalities. With over seven years of clinical experience, Ellen has helped many patients of all ages with a variety of conditions such as stress, pain conditions (arthritis, joint pain, muscle aches, TMJ), digestive troubles, emotional problems (anxiety/depression), migraines/headaches, EENT issues, reproductive problems, allergies, insomnia, fatigue and more. Come in for a consultation today to see if acupuncture is right for you.

Jessie Ganon is the head Physical Therapist at REHABILITY since 2009. Born and raised in the Philippines, his extensive studies included dual degrees in five years, a Bachelor of Science and Physical Therapy. Licensed and registered in both NY and NJ since 2002, Jessie has developed a vast knowledge in all aspects of a physical therapy-based practice, in addition to being a certified kinesio-tape practitioner. He has clinical experience in several medical in and outpatient facilities, using a wide array of therapeutic techniques in successfully rehabilitating various orthopedic, neuromuscular and geriatric cases. Jessie’s intense hands-on skills greatly contribute to a level of confidence that each patient can sense from the onset of treatment.

Erika Petillo, PTA

Erika Petillo is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant and board-certified in the State of New Jersey since 2014. Erika graduated from Sacred Heart University in 2012 and Union County College in 2014, earning both a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and an Associate in Applied Science. Born and raised on the Jersey Shore, Erika has always considered being in the medical field to improve people’s quality of life. Being a passionate and competitive dancer for 18 years, Erika was often a physical therapy patient herself and fell in love with the profession, the dedication, and the passion required to practice in such a rewarding field of health care. Erika has a strong focus on manual soft tissue mobilization skills combined with passive stretching, strengthening, and stabilization exercises to restore functional mobility, assisting in a quick recovery process. “Don’t let pain keep you from life. Here at REHABILITY, we provide quality care from people who care.” – Erika Petillo, PTA

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Karen Ngai, Rehab Technician

Karen Ngai is a rehab technician at REHABILITY. Born in New York City and raised in New Jersey, she graduated from Rutgers University in 2014 with a Bachelor of Biological Sciences, with aspirations of becoming a physical therapist. At REHABILITY, she found a place where she can learn from a team of individuals who are very knowledgeable and experienced in their professions. The state-of-the-art facility provides an environment where Karen facilitates the healing process while reinforcing the advice from the therapists at REHABILITY. Being a part of the REHABILITY family has been and continues to be a very rewarding experience.

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Welcome to the July/August 2016 Issue Of The Monmouth County Woman! The Jersey shore is the perfect setting for all your summer fun - family gatherings, early morning bike rides on the boardwalk, boogie boarding in the surf, or relaxing on the beach with a good book. When you head to the beach with your summer reading, don’t forget to include the Monmouth County Woman magazine, where top professionals share their expertise in the areas of health, finance, law, fashion and much more. Don’t forget to enter the many giveaways, either on-line or in print. Readers of all ages have told me how valuable they have found the articles in Monmouth County Woman. If any of the articles you have read in these pages has enhanced your life, I would love to hear your story. But more importantly, please email, call or Facebook the professionals who wrote the articles and let them know as well! We hope your summer is blessed with moments of laughter and fun with your family and friends. Thank you for your continued support of the Monmouth County Woman magazine. Here are a couple of summer quotes I would like to share with you. “This summer, put your phone away for a few days. Make some memories that no one knows about. Make some memories that are just yours.” www.hplyrikz.com “At the beach, life is different. Time doesn’t move hour to hour, but moves moment to moment. We live by the currents, plan by the tides, and follow the sun.” www.boardwalksandboulevards.blogspot.com Best, Lynn K. Wolf and the staff at the Monmouth County Woman Publication

Featured on the Cover The Owner & Staff at REHABILITY Pictured L-R: Ellen Policastri, LAc, Erika Petillo, PTA, Jessie Ganon, PT, Karen Ngai, Rehab Technician, and Clinic Director, Robert Chickara, DC. The staff at Rehability strives to achieve maximum results by creating customized treatment plans to fit the needs of each individual patient. Read more about their services and dedication to optimizing patient care on pages 2, 3, & 6.

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Contents

^ Featured on the Cover

^ Divorce Financial Analyst

^ Interior Design

^ Salon

REHABILITY............................................................2, 3, 6 Bellissima Designs, LLC..................................................5

^ Medical Professionals

Quality Dermatology....................................................... 7 Atlantic Neurosurgical Specialists...................................8 High Performance Foot + Ankle......................................9 Institute for Advanced Radiation Oncology..................11 Juvenate........................................................................13 Pain Management at Garden State Medical Center.....15 University Urology Associates of New Jersey...............17 Kessler Rehabilitation Center........................................23 Ocean Hematology & Oncology....................................24 Professional Hearing Center.........................................27 Medimorphosis..............................................................28 Gastroenterologists of Ocean County...........................29 Panoessa Colon and Rectal Surgery, PC.................32,33 Allen Morgan Fertility and Reproductive Medicine.. 38, 39 Barnabas Medical Group: Ocean Gynecological and Obstetrical Associates....40 Memory Enhancement Center......................................43 Vein Center For Women................................................45 Toms River X- Ray, CT & MRI Center............................47 Advocare Stafford Orthopedics.....................................49 Acuity Specialty Hospital of New Jersey.................50, 51 Personal Enhancement Center................................70, 71

^ Pediatric Dentistry

Tender Smiles 4 Kids.....................................................10

^ Health & Wellness

The Natural Pharmacy...................................................12 Brain Health Center.......................................................16 Princeton Behavioral Health..........................................19 Freehold Yoga Center..............................................34, 35 Bella Derma Skin Care..................................................70

5 ^ Memory Care

John P. Cito, CDFA........................................................14

Millenium Memory Care................................................44

Hair & Company............................................................18

Onora.............................................................................46

^ Math Learning Center

Mathnasium...................................................................19

^ Fashion & Beauty

Lynne’s Fashion Boutique, Inc......................................20

^ Specialized Reading Program

Learning Press, LLC......................................................21

^ Assisted Living

Spring Oak of Toms River..............................................21

^ Orthodontics

Holmdel Orthodontics ................................................. 22

^ Law

Law Office of Laura M D’Orsi, Esq................................25 The Matus Law Group...................................................26 Straffi & Straffi, Attorneys at Law..................................30 Kathleen Dotoli, Esq......................................................48

^ Adult Day Care

^ Residential Health ^ Acupuncture

Koehler Acupuncture.....................................................46

^ Adult Community

Fountainhead.................................................................52

^ Garden & Local Honey

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^ Specialty Cakes & Chocolate Novelties Chocolate Carousel.......................................................54

^ Theatre & Entertainment

Two River Theater..........................................................60 Cape May Stage............................................................63 Fuerza Bruta..................................................................64 Cagney..........................................................................64 One Funny Mother.........................................................65 Gazillion Bubble Show..................................................65 Iluminate........................................................................65

We Care Adult Care, Inc................................................30

^ Travel

Amara Dental.................................................................31

^ Women’s History

^ Cosmetic & General Dentistry ^ Fine Art Photography

Annette Jenkins Photography.......................................36

^ Permanent Hair Removal

AMP Electrolysis............................................................37

^ Reverse Mortgage Lending

Ken Sawan, Homebridge Financial...............................41

^ PACE Program

Beacon of Life...............................................................42

Vagabond Travel............................................................61

Charley Parkhurst..........................................................67 ^ Women of Monmouth County ..........58, 59 ^ Community....................55, 56, 57,62, 66, 68, 69

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Understanding Acne The Second Most Common Form of Skin Cancer:

Written by The American Academy of Dermatology

Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States. It is most common in teenagers but a growing number of women and men have acne in their 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond.

Acne: Diagnosis and Treatment

Your dermatologist may prescribe one or more of these:

NONMELANOMA SKIN CANCERS How do dermatologists diagnose acne?

• Antibiotics (help to kill bacteria and reduce inflammation). To diagnose acne, a dermatologist will first examine your skin to make sure you have acne. • Other medicine that works on Other skin conditions can look like acne. hormones (can be helpful for women Nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) is the most common cancer in the Actinic Keratosis (AK), and teens). Why treat acne? United States, accounting for more than one million new cases annually. Precancer • Isotretinoin, formerly known as How do dermatologists treat acne? Squamous carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma (BCC) constitute Treated timely with simple freezing • Withoutcell treatment, dark(SCC) spots and Accutane (if all spray, other treatments fail and nearly all NMSC, incidence of these tumors continues to increase. AKs are highly curable. If not treated, theycandidate). permanent scarsand can the appear on the skin patient is a good Today, there are many effective acne treatments.

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Oneasofacne the clears. major, preventable risk factors for nonmelanoma skin cancers is eventually This does not mean that every acnewill treatment worksturn into SCC. overexposure to the sun’s UV rays. In Ocean County, nonmelanoma skin Waiting for acne to clear on its own can be • Treating acne often boosts a person’s for everyone who has acne. But it does mean that Nonmelanoma skin cancer isWithout mainlytreatment, acne can cause cancers are on the rise because of close proximity to the shore. At least 75 frustrating. self-esteem. virtually every case of acne can be controlled. Despite by cumulativepermanent ultravioletscars, (UV)low self-esteem, depression, and percent of effective NMSCtreatments arises in the and neck but canacne be treatment found on does notcaused the they claims, work overnight. • Many arehead available. exposure over the course of a lifetime; daily anxiety. Once acne clears, you must continue to treat the skin any sun exposed area of the body. year-round exposure to the light, to prevent breakouts. Tosun’s avoidUV these possible outcomes, dermatologists Acne can appear on the back, chest, neck, shoulders, Most NMSC cases are controlled successfully by treatment or complete intense exposure in the summer months, andtreat acne. When the skin recommend that people upper arms and buttocks. excision done in a dermatology office. However,When nonmelanoma cancers the UV produced by tanning to see a skin dermatologist beds all add clears, treatment shouldto the damage that can lead to are associated with a lifelong risk of developing second primary skin cancers continue. Treatment NMSC. Typically, nonmelanoma skin cancer can be treated with a relativeWhat acne looks like prevents breakouts. If you haveCompared acne, cysts, or nodules, a medicine requiring periodic skin cancer screenings by a dermatologist. ly simple surgery. If the cancernew is very small or in its precancer stage (AK), Your dermatologist can tell cauterization (burning), that you can and buy be without a prescription may not with skin BCCs, skin SCCs are more likely to metastasize, a cause medicated creams prescribed by a dermatologist, • Blackheads • Pustules you when you no longer work. If you want to see clearer skin, you should see of mortality. To avoid deadly consequences of nonmelanoma skin cancer or the cryosurgery treat • Whiteheads • Cysts needistoused treattoacne to them. a dermatologist. Dermatologists offer following (freezing) a regular, full body check-ups by a dermatologisttypes are of recommended. prevent breakouts. treatment: • Papules • Nodules

Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)

thatthan you apply to the skin: BCC is the most frequently occurring formAcne of all treatment cancers. More Acne one causes: out of every three new cancers is a skin cancer, and the vast majority

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Paralyzed Brother of Famed Shark Tank Star Walks Again After Life-Altering Spine Surgery John Corcoran, Barbara Corcoran’s brother, became paralyzed after a horrific motorcycle accident last fall and is now getting back to life as he always knew it. It was Labor Day weekend … a beautiful Saturday afternoon. John Corcoran, owner of Statewide Roofing and Siding in Edgewater, NJ and brother of Shark Tank millionaire, Barbara Corcoran, headed out to do what he loves most – take a ride on his motorcycle. An experienced rider, John had driven through Morris County hundreds of times … but this time was different. He was on a side road when he came up to a turn too fast. His bike hit a curve and jumped across the road. John was thrown across the road where he landed atop giant concrete blocks. It wasn’t until seven hours later that his family located him unconscious in the hospital because his friend – a member of the Edgewater Police Department – pinged his phone. “John was rushed to Morristown Medical Center,” Barbara explains. “He had suffered five crushed vertebrae, 18 broken ribs and lungs that were filled with blood. Worst of all, when he arrived at the hospital, he was paralyzed, having lost all function in his legs and bladder control.” As luck would have it, Dr. Yaron Moshel, a neurosurgeon at Atlantic NeuroSurgical Specialists (ANS), was on call in the trauma center that night. While most physicians would have considered the damage to John’s spinal cord irreversible and would not have immediately performed surgery to remove crushed vertebral fragments off of his spinal cord, Dr. Moshel set on a mission to have John walking again. “Although no one would have expected this amazing outcome, I thought we should give John the benefit of the doubt,” Dr. Moshel notes. “We rushed him

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into surgery to reconstruct his spine and relieve pressure from his spinal cord. It was a risky decision considering his other systemic injuries, but we had the full support of a great trauma team and were able to offer him the surgery within hours of arriving to the hospital instead of days later. When it comes to spinal cord injury, early protection of the spinal cord and not wasting precious time is critical.” John received specialized care directed by the trauma and neurosurgery teams in the ICU for one month and came out of a month-long sedation moving all of his limbs. After a seven-week hospital stay and a two-week stay in a rehabilitation center, John returned home and began resuming his normal activities. “I’m driving again – although I have not yet gotten back on my motorcycle … it’s in the repair shop,” John quipped. “I do plan to get back on it … I plan to ski again and do everything else I enjoy. All thanks to the fabulous team of doctors who spent hours, days and almost two months focusing on me. Without them, I wouldn’t be here today.” Dr. Moshel added, “I was truly thankful and somewhat surprised that John emerged from his long recovery walking around as if nothing had happened! Traumatic spine injuries can be devastating and to have such a positive outcome in such an upbeat patient keeps us aware of why prompt and high-level care is so important.” “Our whole family feels our brother’s recovery is nothing short of a miracle!” Barbara concludes. “We all waited anxiously knowing full well that his chances of walking again were next to zero if not

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for the quick thinking of Dr. Moshel and the expert care he received. It is truly amazing to see John today. “We just returned from a short vacation to Utah where, believe it or not, he would have skied had Dr. Moshel not asked him not to,” she continues. “John has nine siblings who adore him, and our mom always said John would be a big success because he is such a hard worker. It may have been the habit of working hard that helped put him on the road to recovery. He is an inspiration to us all.”

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Welcome To Our Practice Our goal at High Performance is not only to get you better, but to educate our patients in a comfortable, pleasant environment. We say that we are ‘one-stop shopping’ and it’s true.

Diabetic care, wound care, athletic injuries, trauma, and routine care… we do it all here. We treat patients of all ages. We always try conservative treatment methods first, before Dr. Stacey Paukovitz any surgery is discussed. We pride ourselves on being friendly and efficient. When a patient calls with an emergency or for a same-day appointment, we will see them immediately. We also don’t have to send patients out for x-rays, orthotics, or casting; that’s all done on-premises. I have an extensive sports background, playing Division I women’s basketball at Fordham University, therefore I understand the psyche of an injured athlete and what it takes to get them back to their activity physically and emotionally. We see a lot of local youth athletes and adults of all ages. At High Performance, we are dedicated to providing the best and most current care for our patients. This is accomplished by being familiar with the latest technology and treatments available. Unique to our office is the

the most current class IV (MLS) laser to treat injuries noninvasively. Our orthotics are made from a unique pressure analysis of your foot during the gait cycle with Footmaxx scanning. 20/20 Digital X-rays are also available on the premises to aid in an immediate diagnosis. New advances in foot and ankle surgery are constantly evolving. Local and national meetings, professional periodicals, surgical representatives, and discussion with colleagues helps our practice stay current. Our profession has become the ‘go-to’ for ANY foot and ankle issues. Years ago, podiatry was viewed as routine care only. We are trained SPECIFICALLY in foot and ankle surgery and are the experts. Our training includes rotations in all fields of medicine, with a concentration on the lower extremity. We are certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. In my 17 years of practice, I had a vision of the type of practice I would be proud to call my own. We are very dedicated to our patients. I am lucky to have Tania as my office manager who also has 15 years of experience in the field. Patients often comment on how friendly and comfortable it is in the office. That’s huge for our practice – the atmosphere is important to a practice’s success. I am also closer to home, so that is huge for me and my two daughters. They motivate me every day to be the best I can be.

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There’s Help For Summer Skin Cancer

The good news is that skin cancer is almost 100 percent curable if found early and treated promptly! What is skin cancer?

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Cancer is a disease in which cells become abnormal and form more cells in an uncontrolled way. With skin cancer, the cancer begins in cells that make up the skin. The skin is the body’s largest organ. It protects us against heat, light, injury, and infection. It regulates body temperature and stores water, fat, and vitamin D. With skin cancer, new cells form when the skin does not need them, and old cells do not die when they should. These extra cells form a mass of tissue called tumors. Not all tumors are cancer! Tumors that are cancer can invade and damage nearby tissues and organs, and sometimes can spread to other parts of the body. Skin cancers are named for the types of cells where the cancer starts.

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At the Institute for Advanced Radiation Oncology, we are committed to making your cancer treatment a comfortable and successful experience. We offer individualized High Dose Rate (HDR) Brachytherapy for skin cancer, which minimizes the amount of radiation and side effects on nearby healthy tissues.

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What is Skin HDR Brachytherapy?

• Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)

Skin HDR (high dose rate) Brachytherapy is a radiotherapy technique, which is performed for certain types of basal cell or squamous cell skin cancers. It is a non-invasive curative treatment for skin cancers, which allows direct placement of the radiation over the lesion and provides maximize treatment results with little to no effects on the surrounding areas. It provides an effective alternative treatment with minimal side effects for selected patients and those who cannot be treated surgically.

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What is the treatment time?

HDR Brachytherpy is typically delivered in 3-5 minutes sessions over the course of six visits over a two week period of time. Skin cancer is effectively eliminated over 90 percent of the time. The treatment is completely painless.

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Benefit of HDR Brachytherapy on skin cancer

With this technique, a skin cancer is eliminated without surgery and therefore, without the potential disfiguring effects of removing lesions along the face, ears, and other areas where cosmetic appearance is important to you. The reduction in normal tissue injury means more rapid and complete functional recovery. HDR provides shorter overall treatment times than external therapy beam radiation. Each fraction (session) of treatment can be completed in a matter of minutes.

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Natural Hormone Replacement Therapy

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By Eric Sauer, R.Ph, NMD, DHPh Customized natural hormone replacement therapy (NHRT) uses hormones that have the same molecular structure as hormones that are made by the human body. The molecular or chemical structure is key to the actions or side effects that a hormone will have in the body. In order for a replacement hormone to fully replicate the function of human hormones which are produced by the human body, the chemical structure must exactly match the original.

Scientific research has proven through the years that there is a significant difference between human hormones and synthetic or animal-derived preparations. Natural yambased hormone NHRT has been around for over 85 years and was FDA approved in 1934. People should be aware that yams are alkaline and exit the body through a 2-hydroxy-metabolite pathway, which is a pathway without side effects. Laurie Lombardi, CDN Soybean hormone replacement and using synthetic (artificial) hormones or animaland derived preparations does have side effects which can lead to certain types of hormonal cancers. Harvard research studies go back 20 years on the side effects of synthetic Eric Sauer, hormones and suggest that synthetic hormones should not be taken for more than three R.Ph., NMD, DHPh years. I’m a Pharmacist and agree with their research. NHRT (yam)-based hormones, on the other hand, can be taken for a lifetime without side effects. The key to a true reading of your hormones is best found by doing a saliva test. You want to get your normal level of hormones back up to your normal range. I’ve been compounding for close to 30 years and have seen tremendous improvement in women’s bladder control, bone growth, anxiety, cognitive thinking, dry eye syndrome, and many other symptoms which occur when our hormones are off. I say “our” because many men take NHRT since testosterone levels decline with age. I compound and prefer lozenges instead of creams because everyone’s absorption through the skin is different. Remember to get a baseline before starting any hormone therapy. I work with a network of physicians in the Monmouth County area who are fantastic and ready to work with you.

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By Laurie Lombardi, CDN Laurie is a leading expert on nutrition, ParaMedical Skincare, and a licensed Permanent Makeup Artist. She is a Clinical Dietician, Nutritionist, and incorporated her knowledge on health into formulating a Organic Skincare line. Laurie began her career as a Makeup Artist where she won two Emmy Awards from the David Letterman Show.

Laurie’s successful skin treatment method, microdermaplanning, is a non-invasive procedure that helps to exfoliate the skin, and to re-generate new skin cells. Dermaplanning will leave your skin look radiant and more youthful. Laurie most recently developed an Organic Skincare line. All of her products are compounded on the premises, and are RX grade formulas. “If you want great results a little homecare goes a long way. I have a wonderful Oatmeal and Lecithin Scrub, 20% Vitamin C Cream, 5% DMAE (a sking tightening agent), and an Organic Face and Eye Serum, which is a blend of Organic Oils including Green Tea Oil.” Laurie believes that beauty starts from within. “I had a sense of who ate well, exercised, and was well hydrated by a person’s skin. They always needed less cover up and therefore it was all about enhancing their face with make up as opposed to covering their skin with heavy foundation.”

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Feeling irritable and having trouble maintaining a normal weight? You may have a hormone imbalance. What causes hormone imbalances? As some women enter their 40s and 50s, they may face a difficult dilemma. Their bodies’ production of estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and other hormones needed to maintain youthful vitality rapidly declines. While individual effects of menopause vary widely, many women suffer because they no longer produce enough sex hormones to allow their bodies to function optimally. Depression, fatigue, irritability, and short-term memory lapses are common menopausal complaints, along with hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, and weight gain. Health problems that occur in the perimenopausal period and during menopause can adversely affect a woman for the rest of her life if she doesn’t have adequate hormones in her body and doesn’t receive hormone replacement if needed. Yet many women are told by their doctors to limit prolonged use of hormone drugs, only long enough to get relief from those bothersome symptoms, and then stop them. Unfortunately, this advice fails to recognize the critical differences between synthetic hormone drugs and those hormones that are identical to the ones normally produced by their bodies.

with comprehensive stool testing. I also look at nutrient deficiencies with advanced functional medicine lab tests. A very significant factor in perimenopausal women’s symptoms is adrenal dysfunction so I assess the adrenal glands with 24 hour testing. I look at other hormonal imbalances, including insulin which is so important in glucose control and weight management. I address thyroid There is good scientific evidence that hormone imbalances and finally take a natural progesterone and the natural estriol good look at sex hormone imbalances. I form of estrogen may help protect against the very same diseases caused by synthetic do specialized 24-hour urinary testing to look at how a woman metabolizes her sex hormone drugs. hormones, which help to determine if she is Because bioidentical hormones have a good candidate for bioidentical hormone the same exact structure as the hormones replacement therapy. With this approach, produced naturally within the body, the not everyone who comes in with symptoms hormones can be properly utilized and needs bioidentical hormone replacement are then able to be naturally metabolized because their symptoms may be addressed and excreted by the body. The use of appropriately with lifestyle, nutrition and by bioidentical Hormones has increased addressing any other deficiencies they may during the last several years as women have sought out a more natural approach to have. There are also many herbal compounds restoring hormonal balance. that can help with perimenopausal So what is the functional medicine symptoms if a woman does not want to approach to treating menopausal take hormones or is not a good candidate symptoms? based on her test results. The answer depends on the individual As you can see, the assessment of patient. In my practice, I consider 7 perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms main factors when assessing overall is not always straightforward and requires health. I begin with my core assessment a complete and personalized evaluation which includes a complete nutritional and plan. At Juvenate Medical Wellness evaluation, and a close look at lifestyle, & Rejuvenation, we use an integrative stress, sleep, exercise and environment. functional medicine approach to look at the I then focus on Gut Health and look for root cause of your symptoms and help you evidence of gastrointestinal dysfunction get your health and your life back. The understandable concern expressed to women by many doctors is that that the FDA-approved estrogen-progestin (synthetic) hormone drugs have been shown to increase the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. The dilemma facing women as they age is that their bodies may still benefit from hormones but their doctors say “no”.

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Gray Divorce: How to Avoid Financial Losses After 50 Financial health in the throes of retirement is a growing concern for aging populations. As if that weren’t enough, many are now finding themselves divorced late in life. This baby boomer trend, known as “gray divorce,” has been getting more attention over the past two decades. For women, the effects can be devastating physically, emotionally and financially. With the right information and expert help, you can avoid financial losses and embrace your newfound freedom.

Gray Divorce: Who It Hits The concept of gray divorce isn’t anything new, but it didn’t become known to the public until 2004. At that time, the American Association of Retired People (AARP) released a report on divorce in aging populations. Divorce has stabilized for all ages except baby boomers. For those 50 and older, divorce has doubled; 1 out of 4 end up divorced. Divorce for those over 64 has more than doubled, and 1 out of 10 divorce.

Gray Divorce: Why It’s Happening There are many theories as to why gray divorce has been on the rise. Based on the Divorce Echo Effect, because many baby boomers have remarried, they are at higher risk for divorce. Even after 20-year-long marriages, more than 55% of elderly couples still opt for divorce. This could be because aging populations live longer and healthier; people have higher standards for marriage; less stigma for divorce exists; more women are financially independent; and it’s easy to find mates through Internet dating.

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Gray Divorce: What’s Its Effect Divorce affects most aspects of life, including adult children, retirement plans, real estate, business ownership, health insurance, social security, taxes and more. Women facing divorce have unique issues because they live longer than men and earn less than men. Also, many older women have been out of the workforce and don’t have enough time to make up for financial losses. Gray divorce women have 20% less wealth than older married women and 50% less than widows. Women can expect less than $14,000 per year in social security. Retirement costs for single people can be 40-50% higher than for married couples. It’s no wonder that many gray women are forced to postpone retirement, return to work or cash out retirement savings with hefty penalties.

Gray Divorce: How to Avoid Losses While facing a divorce can be a daunting affair, taking time to assess your situation will put you in a better position to make the best financial decisions. Poor choices can lead to financial losses and hardships that you may not have anticipated. Before agreeing to a divorce settlement, be sure to follow these steps:

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Medical Professionals

The Runner’s Foot: Plantar Fasciitis

any runners have a love-hate relationship with their feet. The foot is an incredibly complex network of bones, tendons, ligaments and muscles that work in harmony to generate speed. In an ideal world, every step of every mile would be 100 percent pain free, with no aches or soreness from the previous day’s work-out . However, the reality of the sport is dealing with a variety of minor injuries, from black or missing toenails to blistering and callouses caused by repetitive pounding. While these nagging issues usually are not serious enough to warrant a time out, they are annoying and can lead to more significant conditions, such as neuromas, stress fractures and plantar fasciitis. Plantar fasciitis is a condition that may require you to take time off from your running activities. The plantar fascia is the connective tissue that runs from the heel to the base of the toes. It looks like a series of rubber bands and is made of collagen, a rigid protein that is not very stretchy. Tiny tears can develop in this tissue, causing pain and inflammation in the foot. Plantar fasciitis tends to affect those who over-train, neglect to stretch their calf muscles or overdo hill and speed work. Additional contributing factors are running on hard surfaces, suddenly increasing mileage or wearing worn or inappropriate running shoes. It can also be caused by biomechanical flaws of the foot and ankle, such as a flat foot, a high arch, excessive pronation or a tight Achilles tendon. Individuals with plantar fasciitis usually feel a sharp stab or deep ache in the middle of the heel or along the arch. They typically have pain in the morning as the plantar fascia has been in a contracted state overnight. Taking the first step causes sudden strain on the bottom of the foot as the plantar fascia is asked to elongate. The pain can reoccur after long spells of sitting or inactivity, but tends to fade during a run once the area is warmed up. If left untreated, this condition can worsen, becoming more difficult to treat the longer it persists. Therefore, if pain presents for more than three weeks, seek the help of a medical professional. To prevent plantar fasciitis, run on soft surfaces, keep mileage increases to less than 10 percent per week and visit a specialty running store to make sure you are wearing the proper shoes. Physical Therapists are experts in the evaluation of functional mobility and movement patterns. In the event of injury, a physical therapist can assess your overall strength, flexibility and running mechanics and then develop an individualized routine, specific to your needs. Consider consulting a physical therapist to help enhance your running performance.

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Center Manager - Kessler Rehabilitation Center, Tinton Falls Chuck Hendricks, who holds a bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology and a master’s degree in physical therapy, has been working in the healthcare field for 30 years. A member of the Kessler team for more than 15 years, he has been the manager of the Tinton Falls Center for the past 8 years. Chuck focuses on the treatment of individuals with sports and orthopedic injuries, including conditions related to the foot/ankle, knee, hip, shoulder and spine. As a college athlete playing soccer and hockey, and continuing in adult leagues for many years, Chuck recognizes the importance of preparation and knowledge as it pertains to sports and the athlete. He looks forward to sharing his knowledge with his involvement in Kessler’s ACL and concussion special interest groups, working to advance patient care and awareness. Raised in Colts Neck, Chuck has lived in Monmouth Beach for 20 years with his wife and two daughters. He coaches local sports teams and works with students, parents and coaches on injury prevention.

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Women and Cancer

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Cancer of the Uterus

terine cancer, also known as endometrial cancer is the most common cancer of the reproductive organs among women in the US. It is estimated that about 52,000 women will be diagnosed with endometrial cancer this year. Uterine cancer is rare in women 45 and under. Most cases are diagnosed in women over 55.

Risk Factors: Hormonal factors: Prolonged exposure to the female hormone estrogen is directly linked to developing endometrial cancer. Women who had more menstrual cycles during their lifetime have an increased risk of getting cancer of the uterus. For example, if you started your period before age 12, and you have your menopause in the late fifties, you have an increased risk of endometrial cancer. Women who take estrogen alone as hormone replacement therapy also have a high risk. The number of pregnancies a woman had plays a protective role. In women who never had children, the risk of uterine cancer is high. Tamoxifen, a drug used in the treatment of breast cancer, may lead to endometrial cancer in a minority of patients. Obesity: Endometrial cancer is common among overweight women than those who are lean. Estrogen, the female hormone produced in the ovaries, is also made from fat cells. Having more fat tissue increases the amount of estrogen in the body and thus increases the risk of endometrial cancer.

Diet and exercise: Diets high in fat will increase the risk of uterine cancer. Exercise has a protective effect. Women who exercise regularly are less likely to develop endometrial cancer than those with sedentary habits. Diabetes: Uterine cancer is four times more common in women who have diabetes; this is true for those who are obese as well as those with normal body weight. Family History: Some genetic mutations, which are hereditary, can lead to endometrial cancer and colon cancer.

Signs and Symptoms of Endometrial Cancer

Bleeding: Most patients diagnosed with endometrial cancer have abnormal vaginal bleeding. It could be a change in their periods or bleeding between periods or after menopause. It is important to seek medical attention for any irregular bleeding immediately. If you have gone through menopause, it is especially important to report any vaginal bleeding, spotting, or abnormal discharge to your doctor. Non-bloody vaginal discharge may also be a sign of endometrial cancer. Even if you cannot see blood in the discharge, it does not mean there is no cancer. In about 10 percent of cases, the discharge associated with endometrial cancer is not bloody. Any abnormal discharge should be checked out by your doctor. Lower abdominal pain, pressure sensation, feeling a mass or lump in the lower abdomen and unexpected weight loss are some of the other symptoms of uterine cancer.

Diagnosis is made by doing a biopsy of the lining of the uterus. Before doing a biopsy, an ultrasound of the pelvis can be done to evaluate the size of the uterus and the thickness of the endometrial lining.

Treatment

Hysterectomy is the main treatment for cancer of the uterus. In addition to removing the uterus, both ovaries and surrounding lymph nodes will be removed. Depending on the stage of the cancer and a few other factors, some women may require Radiation Therapy and/or Chemotherapy after surgery. As with any other cancer, prevention, early detection and treatment are three important steps in reducing the fatality of uterine cancer. Lifestyle modifications, including eating a low fat diet, and daily exercise are key in lowering your risk. Awareness of the symptoms and seeking prompt attention is equally essential.

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Law

How to Restart Your Life After Your Divorce If you are recently divorced, you may be recovering from the shell shock of what you just went through over the past months or years. The following is a guide to steps that can be taken to restart your life after your divorce. A. Review your divorce agreement and make sure you are in compliance with what is required, make sure that you have received all of the assets you are to receive in the divorce and that the appropriate Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (“QDROs”) are being drafted, that the life insurance is in place and that all deeds have been prepared, car title has been transferred and accounts have been transferred/ closed.

Mrs. D’Orsi practices matrimonial law in Red Bank, New Jersey, at the matrimonial law in Red Bank, New Jersey, at the Law Offices of Laura M. D’Orsi, L.L.C. Before opening her own law firm, Mrs. D’Orsi practiced matrimonial law with two boutique matrimonial law firms in Northern New Jersey and in Monmouth County. Mrs. D’Orsi has been a licensed attorney since 1990 and is a member of the Bars of New Jersey, New York and District of Columbia. She has practiced matrimonial law exclusively for 16 years.

B. Have your accountant review your divorce agreement to ensure that you are properly withholding for your taxes, if you are receiving or paying alimony. If you do not withhold taxes and you are receiving alimony, you will have to pay a significant sum on April 15 the year after you receive your first alimony payment. C. Review your expenses and come up with a budget. Make sure that you require all of the regular expenses that you pay. If you require more funds, consider increasing deductibles so that you have more expendable income. Review your cellular phone and home internet/ cable bill, and other bills, and determine if you need all of the services provided. Cut back where appropriate. D. Obtain new health insurance, car insurance and life insurance immediately after your divorce, if you no longer have these types of insurances. E. Meet with a financial planner to review the assets that you own and the liabilities that you have. Be aware of what you have, what you owe and what you are entitled to under your divorce agreement. F. Meet with an attorney and have a new will, Power of Attorney and Living Will prepared on your behalf. G. Review your employment situation. If you are not employed, consider obtaining employment to supplement any alimony/child support that you might receive. Again, review your divorce agreement to ensure that the fact that you are working will not impact the terms of the agreement. H. Make sure you have changed all beneficiaries for your life insurance, pensions, annuities, accounts, and 401K plans, if you are not required to maintain your former spouse as the beneficiary of these policies/ plans.

Mrs. D’Orsi received her Bachelors of Arts degree from Lehigh University and her Juris Doctor from Emory University School of Law. She remains active with the Lehigh University Alumni Association. She is a Certified Matrimonial Law Attorney, and has served as co-chair of the Monmouth County Bar Association Family Law Committee and has also served a as a trustee of the Monmouth County Bar Association. She is a member of the Collaborative Divorce Professionals of New Jersey, the International Association of Collaborative Professionals and is a Certified Mediator. She is also an Early Settlement Panelist volunteer in Monmouth County. She regularly assists the Court with Court ordered Mediations and with Early Settlement Panel hearings. Previously, in addition to practicing law, Mrs. D’Orsi helped run a battered women’s shelter in Essex County, New Jersey.

I. Make sure all of the utility bills are in your own name, and remove your former spouses from the utility bills. Make sure all joint credit cards are closed and remove former spouse from same. You also may want to obtain a credit report to verify that all joint accounts are closed. J. Change passwords for accounts and email accounts, including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. K. Plan a day out where you can enjoy your new found life. This could be a day at the beach, a spa day or a day in the city or at a ball game.

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Top Three Reasons Why You Should Have A Revocable Living Trust 3. Privacy

Many of us have heard that having a revocable living trust is important. A lot of it is centered on the fact that it avoids probate. And that is true. But there’s a lot more to having a revocable living trust than just avoiding probate.

1. Managing property upon incapacity A major concern that many of us face is what happens if we are unable to make our own decisions? Who will pay bills or who will protect assets? Unfortunately, if all of your property is only in your name, your loved ones are powerless. Without prior planning, your only recourse is for your loved ones to petition the Court for an application for a guardianship. The experience is stressful because financial and personal information are discussed in Court in order to a determine that a person is declared incapacitated. Some persons choose to have durable power of attorney, which is a better option. This document allows you to designate another person to help you with your financial affairs. There are, however, some downsides: some financial institutions do not recognize durable powers of attorney. Or they will recognize them after some review, which can cause delays. Also, a power of attorney may not give your agent all the powers necessary to help you.

2. Avoiding a will contest

When a Last Will and Testament is probated, it becomes a public document. Anyone can go into the probate court when a person dies and look at the estate file. They are able to obtain a copy of the will, find out who the relatives and beneficiaries are, and look at the claims of creditors, a list of assets, as well as information about each of the beneficiaries. A revocable living trust is private. It is not filed with the probate court and no one has a right to look at it unless the grantor or the trustee allows it. Many people place a high value on privacy while some others may not. In my practice, most clients know whether they’ll have a problem with a family member or some other person regarding the estate. In those cases, privacy is very important and it should be addressed with a revocable living trust. There are many other reasons why a revocable living trust is important. A professional concentrating in this area of law should be sought to discuss this further.

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Hearing Health And Heart Health, An Important Connection Healthy Heart-Healthy Hearing Research from the Ear Nose and Throat Institute suggests a possible link between cardiovascular disease and hearing loss. Both medical professionals and the general population unanimously agree that having a healthy heart, veins, and arteries are essential to good health. However, recent research also shows that a healthy heart can have a positive impact on one’s hearing as well. Cardiovascular disease are directly related to overall blood flow. The cochlea, the snail shaped, fluid-filled organ responsible for hearing, is highly vascularized, and thus can be negatively affected by lack of blood flow from vascular disease. If the cochlea becomes damaged by a degenerative cardiovascular disease, one’s hearing capacity can become greatly diminished or even lost altogether.

Diseases Associated With Hearing Loss Other aspects of cardiovascular disease such as coronary heart disease, hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, stroke and even previous open heart surgery have also been associated with hearing loss. According to a study conducted by the Epidemiology of Hearing Loss in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, participants with a history of cardiovascular disease are on average 54 percent more likely to have impaired cochlear function. Make Hearing Tests Part Of Your Medical Routine If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with a form of heart disease or have found out that you are at risk for developing heart disease, it is wise not to forget your hearing health as well. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an American

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The Importance of Colorectal Cancer Screening What are protective factors for colorectal cancer? Written by Jai Mirchandani, MD Gastroenterologists of Ocean County

What is Cancer Screening?

screening test is a recommended medical test to examine for precancerous lesions prior to the development of cancer. Examples of these kinds of tests include: Mammography- to detect early breast cancer; Pap Smearsto detect cervical cancer; and a Prostate Exam- which examines for early prostate cancer. Colonoscopy is a screening test to detect and prevent colorectal cancer. What is the colon and rectum?

The colon is a six foot long tube, which absorbs excess water and salt into the blood, and converts waste into stool. The rectum is the end of the colon, where waste/ stool is stored until it leaves the body during a bowel movement.

What is a polyp and why are they important?

A polyp is a growth out of the wall of the colon. Polyps are either benign (non-cancerous), or pre-malignant (pre-cancerous). Polyps are important because certain polyps can grow large over time into colon cancer. Usually patients have NO SYMPTOMS, if they have a polyp. Polyps are caused by genetic and hereditary factors, as well as dietary and environmental factors.

How common is Colorectal Cancer, and do I have to worry about it?

Colorectal cancer is the 3rd most common cause of Cancer in both men and women. The lifetime probability of developing colorectal cancer is approximately 1 in 20 for both men and women, making it very common.

What are some potential symptoms of Colorectal Cancer?

Symptoms of Colorectal cancer include blood in the stool, anemia (low blood counts), changes in bowel habits, abdominal pain, and weight loss. Often, however, patients have no symptoms at all.

What are risk factors for developing colorectal cancer?

Family history and genetic factors are one of the biggest predisposing factors to the development of colorectal cancer. If you have a close family member who had either colorectal cancer or colon polyps, you are at an increased risk for developing colorectal cancer. Environmental or dietary factors, such as diets high in red meats, alcohol or tobacco use can predispose patients to colorectal cancer. Also patients who are overweight or have advanced diabetes are also at an increased risk for developing colorectal cancer.

Diets high in fruits, vegetables and fiber are protective for colorectal cancer. Also a diet high in calcium has also been seen to be protective for colon cancer as well. Exercise has been seen to be a protective factor as well to prevent colon cancer.

Who should be screened for colorectal cancer?

Any man or woman over the age of 50 years old should be screened for colorectal cancer. Patients with family members with a history of colorectal cancer, or colon polyps, as well as certain symptoms may need to be screened at an earlier age.

How do patients get screened?

A patient can get screened by stool tests to check for blood, X-ray or CT scan tests, as well as certain blood tests that can assess if patients are at risk for developing colorectal cancer. The best test for screening for colorectal cancer is a colonoscopy, as this test can visualize precancerous polyps, as well as remove these polyps before they have a chance to grow and become colorectal cancer.

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Defining And Dealing With Diverticulitis Dr. Paonessa specializes in the evaluation and treatment of patients with colon and rectal conditions/diseases and frequently performs laparoscopic surgery for her patients. She also offers conservative and minimally invasive treatment options for many common anorectal disorders. She fre-

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Who is at risk? This disease tends to affect men and women equally, but the prevalence of the disorder increases with age. Studies show that individuals with low fiber diets are more at risk than those with high or normal fiber diets. What are treatment options? Most mild cases of diverticulitis can be treated with a course of oral antibiotics, dietary restrictions and possibly stool softeners. Surgery becomes necessary if patients develop recurrent episodes or complications, such as abscess, perforation or obstruction. What type of surgery is available? Two approaches are available: traditional (open surgery) and minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. Open surgery requires larger incisions while laparoscopic surgery uses several small incisions. Using laparoscopic surgery, many of the same operations performed via open surgery can be completed with smaller incisions. Benefits of laparoscopic surgery include less pain and scarring, and shorter recovery. When possible, Dr. Paonessa performs less invasive, laparoscopic surgery for her patients. In dealing with surgery for diverticulitis, her goal is to “restore bowel continuity and for her patients to be free of permanent colostomy bags.” What happens if it’s determined that surgery is recommended? Following the initial examination, Dr. Paonessa will arrange for a consultation with the patient and their family members, as she feels it is important for every patient to have a strong support system when he/she is facing a difficult medical issue. Dr. Paonessa will explain the surgery in detail and draw a diagram to help the patient understand exactly what the surgery will entail. She and her office staff guide the patient and his/her family throughout the entire surgical process.

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An Expert in Offering Concentrated Expertise in All Areas of Colon and Rectal Surgery As a board certified general surgeon and proctologist, Dr. Nina Paonessa believes in patient-centered care and preserving each patient’s independence, well-being and dignity. Specializing in colon and rectal surgery, Dr. Paonessa has been in practice for over 12 years. She completed her undergraduate education at Siena College in Loudonville, NY with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Magna Cum Laude, and as a member of the honor Nina Paonessa, society, Alpha Kappa Alpha. After DO, FACOS completing her undergraduate studies, Dr. Paonessa completed medical school at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Erie, PA and completed her colon and rectal surgery fellowship at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, PA.

CW:When did you first decide to become a surgeon? Dr. Paonessa: I discovered my love for the specialty during my second year of general surgery residency. I began to notice how patient outcomes varied based upon the training/skill of the surgeon. Colorectal surgery is a field in which specialized training truly impacts patient outcome. For example, in certain cases, the difference between patients having a permanent colostomy versus bowel continuity after colorectal resection is dependent upon the skill/training of the surgeon. Additionally, I had the privilege of doing a one-month rotation on the colorectal surgery service of Dr. Douglas Wong at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. It was here that I truly fell in love with the specialty of colorectal surgery.

CW:What do you like the most about being a colorectal surgeon? Dr. Paonessa: For me, the most rewarding part is when I can make a positive impact on a patient’s quality of life and well-being, whether it be curing a patient of colon or rectal cancer and restoring bowel continuity, to ridding a patient of their hemorrhoid symptoms, to freeing a patient from the social isolation caused by their symptoms of fecal incontinence. A fringe benefit of my specialty is that I have the privilege of meeting so many wonderful and unique individuals. It is truly rewarding working with each of my patients.

CW:What is the most difficult part of being a colorectal surgeon?

CW: How would you describe your practice’s philosophy? Dr. Paonessa: In my practice, my staff and I share the same philosophy of “the patient comes first.” No matter if it is benign or malignant disease for which a patient is coming to the office, we understand that it is a stressful and oftentimes an embarrassing situation for them. In my office, each patient’s privacy and dignity is preserved and respected to the utmost degree. We realize that just because we take care of colorectal problems every day, does not mean that patients are used to dealing with these issues.

CW:What are the most common reasons why a patient would schedule an appointment at your practice? Dr. Paonessa: Men and women of all ages schedule appointments at my office for many reasons. These include hemorrhoids, fissures, colorectal cancer screenings via colonoscopy, treatment of colorectal cancers \including laparoscopic surgery, squamous cell carcinoma of the anus, fecal incontinence and pelvic floor dysfunction.

CW:Tell us a success story that you have experienced over the years. Dr. Paonessa: We have had many success stories over the last 12 years. One of my favorite success stories is that of a woman who was hospitalized for perforated sigmoid diverticulitis with a large intra-abdominal abscess. I was requested to see her as a second opinion as the first surgeon proposed immediate surgery consisting of sigmoid colon resection and end colostomy. After careful history and physical exam and review of her CT scans, I proposed a plan of bowel rest, IV antibiotics and percutaneous drainage of the abscess. This allowed for the abscess to reduce in size to merely a small cavity. The patient was eventually taken to surgery, during which she had a sigmoid colon resection and colorectal anastomosis, without even a temporary stoma (bag). She recovered uneventfully and was able to return to work.

CW: Describe some of your favorite leisure activities. Dr. Paonessa: Outside of being a surgeon, I enjoy spending my free time with my family. I also enjoy cooking and trying new recipes, reading, dancing and spending time at the beach. Visit www.paonessacrs.com

Dr. Paonessa: Explaining to a patient about their diagnosis of cancer is the most difficult part of being a colorectal surgeon. Even in many cases in which the cancer can be cured, dealing with a diagnosis of cancer is stressful and at times, life-altering. I truly feel for the patients and try to make the difficult road ahead of them a bit easier.

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Yoga Teacher Training Certification The Teachers Training program is designed to give each student a direct, inner personally transformative experience of the essence of yoga. This will allow each trainee to teach yoga with integrity, sensitivity and understanding. This course is open to all regardless of creed, belief or religion as Yoga is a universal, all-embracing, transcultural, spiritual practice. Freehold Yoga Center Teacher Training is a complete immersion into the universal practices of Yoga in all of its aspects; physical, mental, ethical and spiritual.

Our program follows in the tradition of Swami Sivananda and Swami Vishnudevananda and the following 5 points of Yoga: Asana - Proper Exercise Pranayama - Proper Breathing Savasana - Deep Relaxation Proper Diet - Vegetarian Vedanta - Meditation & Mantra See our Website Teacher Training Page for more detailed course information www.freeholdyogacenter.com Cost $2850.00 for 6 month certification course Early sign up discount of 10% if paid in full by August 15th Early sign up discount of 5% if paid in full by September 15th

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make women feel less confident about their appearance. About 10% of women experience excess facial hair, a condition known as hirsutism. The cause may be genetic, but sometimes a medical problem exists that should be investigated. Excessive hormone levels contribute to an unusual amount of facial hair. Excess hair at puberty may be the result of polycystic ovarian disease, or a malfunction of the adrenal gland. With a sudden onset of facial hair, women should seek a medical exam to rule out the presence of ovarian, endometrial or adrenal cancer. Other medical causes include obesity, diabetes and insulin resistance. Certain medications and anabolic steroids can cause excess hair growth. If you have a concern about facial hair, seek a complete medical exam including hormone testing and a medical review of your medications. Electrolysis eliminates hair permanently; however, it’s recommended that you check with your doctor to rule out any medical issues contributing to the problem.

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Labor Day is annually held on the first Monday of September. It was originally organized to celebrate various labor associations’ strengths and contributions to the United States economy. It is largely a day of rest in modern times. Many people mark Labor Day as the end of the summer season and a last chance to make trips or hold outdoor events. The first Labor Day was held in 1882. Its origins stem from the desire of the Central Labor Union to create a holiday for workers. It became a federal holiday in 1894. It was originally intended that the day would be filled with a street parade to allow the public to appreciate the work of the trade and labor organizations. After the parade, a festival was to be held to amuse local workers and their families. In later years, prominent men and women gave speeches. This is less common now, but is sometimes seen in election years.

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Medical Professionals

New IVF Statistics Cause for Celebration at Local Fertility Clinic

Morgan Fertility and Reproductive Medicine Announces Exceptional In Vitro Fertilization Success Rates by Dr. Allen Morgan Allen Morgan Fertility and Reproductive Medicine, NJ

or over 20 years Dr. Allen Morgan of Morgan Fertility and Reproductive Medicine has helped individuals and couples overcome infertility. His clinical approach to in vitro fertilization (IVF) is distinguished by minimal use of fertility drugs whenever possible (minimal stimulation), saving many patients thousands of dollars and producing the same if not higher success rates, as demonstrated by the latest statistics recently published the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technologies (SART). Live Birth Rates 18% Above National Average in Women under Age 35* Since 1992 reproductive endocrinologists have been required to report IVF delivery rates to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART). The data is analyzed then released to the public 18 months later in order to provide patients with a comprehensive overview of IVF treatment and illustrate individual fertility centers’ success in the field.

According to the latest annual data just released by SART, the primary outcome per intended retrieval for women under age 35 using their own eggs to complete IVF treatment cycles at Morgan Fertility and Reproductive Medicine (formerly Shore Institute for Reproductive Medicine) in 2014 had a live birth rate of 60%, a full 18% above the national average of 42.6%. “We’re very excited to share the latest IVF success rates with the public. Behind every statistic is a person or couple struggling for parenthood”, states Dr. Allen Morgan. “Exceptionally high IVF success rates means we’ve helped more patients overcome their struggle with infertility.” SART’s new yearly report structure now includes genetic testing, egg and embryo cryopreservation and elective single embryo transfer (eSET). These procedures have improved live birth rates over the past decade and drastically reduced the occurrence of high-order multiple gestations. “This new reporting structure incorporates more aspects of treatment and is much easier to understand, empowering the public to make more informed decisions,” says Dr Morgan.

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Dr Morgan advises potential patients to also consider proximity to home or work, reputation for individualized care and ample financial assistance options when selecting a reproductive endocrinologist since the annual SART report numbers reflect varied patient selection criteria, treatment approaches, and cycle reporting practices that may inflate or lower pregnancy rates. Many potential patients are also carrying out research on the Internet when considering infertility practices. There are now online physician directories like Vitals. com and Healthgrades.com, which offer patients the opportunity to rate and review practices. Even social media sites like Facebook and Twitter offer potential patients real insight into a practice’s personality. “We have a very active community on Facebook, for instance. Veterans offer newcomers encouragement. People ask questions. And, we’re happy to provide answers.” Dr. Morgan adds, “We feel an engaged community fosters understanding, leads to better decision making and an overall better treatment experience. So, we incorporate social media into the overall patient experience. And, our patients appreciate it.”

For more information on the most recent IVF success rates, how to interpret them against the national average, or to book an appointment, please call (732) 363-4777 or visit MorganFertility.com. *reported to and published by Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART) for the year 2014

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Doctor, Director of Medicine and father of four young women, Dr. Allen Morgan has helped women and men become parents for over 20 years. Under his sole direction, Morgan Fertility and Reproductive Medicine has thrived immensely, evolving to become a highly successful boutique-style fertility practice on the East Coast. His great success is partly due to exceptionally high success Allen Morgan, MD rates achieved through In Vitro Fertilization (IVF). The practice is also well known for costing less than big-medicine fertility clinics on average, minimal use of fertility drugs when appropriate, and a smaller and more personal staff.

MCW: Tell us about your educational background.

Dr. Morgan: After completing my bachelor’s degree at Columbia University, I attended medical school at Far Eastern University in Manila while a Captain in the U.S. Army Reserves. I then did my residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology, both at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New York, and Jersey City Medical Center. Finally, I completed my Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at The University of Kentucky.

MCW: What is the best part about working in this specialty? What do you find the most rewarding?

Dr. Morgan: Working with my team of nurses, embryologist, and technical staff to help my patients carry a pregnancy they thought would never happen is amazing. We all work together with one goal in mind: that couples’ future baby. The joy and happiness my patients experience is the best part. I love what I do from start to finish.

MCW: What is the most difficult part?

Dr. Morgan: The most difficult part of being a fertility specialist is to witness the frustration some couples experience. It seems unfair for these young healthy couples to go through something that is supposed to be natural. The truth is, science is not perfect and we can’t help everyone, but we’re getting better all the time. Also, stories of couples being pushed into expensive or “cookie-cutter” treatment options right away are difficult to hear. I believe each patient should be treated as a unique individual with unique circumstances. My staff and I are motivated by the opportunity to turn patients into parents, nothing else.

MCW: Why do you think fertility testing is more common these days?

Dr. Morgan: For one, the percentage of couples experiencing infertility has increased substantially in recent years. Today, 1 in 8 couples report requiring assistance to start a family. Many experts believe that number is actually higher since many couples don’t report such issues due to the stigma surrounding infertility. Of those couples, 90 percent report they wish they had started the fertility process sooner, since the sooner treatment gets underway, the higher the likelihood of success becomes. Also, many young women are now choosing to freeze their eggs while they are young and healthy in order to pursue careers and become pregnant at a later time. So, there is a buzz out there about that.

MCW: How has your profession changed over the past 20 years?

Dr. Morgan: Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART) have improved dramatically. We now have a safer and more effective egg retrieval process, a new and better embryo culture and freezing technique, and a process called ICSI, which revolutionized treatment for male factor infertility. This allows fertilization to take place even in cases of severe male factor infertility. Also, access to treatment for infertility has broadened dramatically, though we still have a ways to go. There used to be no insurance coverage at all for treatment. Then, several states recognized infertility as a disease and a disability, creating laws requiring insurance coverage. One of those states is New Jersey. Increased insurance coverage equals increased access to necessary care. I quite actively advocate for broader access to insurance coverage for infertility. It’s one of our most basic human needs.

MCW: Who is a good candidate for fertility testing and why?

Dr. Morgan: Since the health of a woman’s eggs deteriorates over time, testing sooner rather than later can mean the difference between successfully becoming pregnant or not. The Society for Assisted Reproductive Technologies (SART) recommends a woman who is under 30 and has been trying to conceive for more than 12 months or over 30 trying for more than six months should schedule a consultation with an infertility specialist to discuss fertility testing. Testing is fast and relatively inexpensive. Additionally, any couple with a background or family history of reproductive system issues should be tested as soon as they decide to have children. Many issues can be greatly minimized the earlier the problem is identified.

MCW: What are some suggestions for couples that are trying to conceive?

Dr. Morgan: Most fertility problems are easy to fix and do not require expensive treatments. It’s important to understand the female cycle and know when it’s best to conceive. There are lots of smartphone APPS for that now. Men and women should stop smoking cigarettes, which is linked to low sperm counts and sluggish motility as well as double miscarriages rates, and it is toxic to eggs. Decrease your drinking, as alcohol can reduce the production of normally formed sperm needed for a successful pregnancy. Watch your weight. Both overweight and underweight men and women can have fertility problems. In women, it can cause ovulation problems. Exercise at least three to five hours a week.

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Medical Professionals

Trend: Delayed Childbearing on the Rise

Dr. Eric Lehnes Answers Common Questions About Having Babies at 35+ 35+ have perfectly normal pregnancies, perfectly normal deliveries, and perfectly healthy children,” says Dr. Lehnes.

Q: What are the risks of women having a baby at a later age?

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Women over 35 have a higher risk for gestational diabetes, hypertension and miscarriage. There’s also a greater risk of genetic abnormalities and increased risk for stillbirth. Additionally, it may take longer to get pregnant.

Now, more than ever, women in the U.S. are waiting until they’re older to start having children.

Q: What advice do you offer to women of advanced maternal age who want to have a baby?

According to the National Vital Statistic System, from 2000 to 2014, the proportion of first births to women aged 30–34 rose 28% (from 16.5% to 21.1%), and first births to women aged 35 and over rose 23% (from 7.4% to 9.1%). Eric Lehnes, MD, a board-certified ob/gyn specializing in minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgery at Ocean Gynecological and Obstetrical Associates, part of Barnabas Health Medical Group sees firsthand how many women are choosing to delay childbearing. Dr. Lehnes offers perspective on what it means to have a baby at “advanced maternal age.” “Although there are increased risks associated with delayed childbearing, the fact of the matter is, most women

The healthier you are going into a pregnancy, the higher the likelihood you will have an uneventful pregnancy and childbirth. It’s important to optimize your health prior to becoming pregnant. Be sure to see your doctor for a preconception checkup. Women should take folic acid for a month before becoming pregnant as well as prenatal vitamins. If you’re a smoker – stop! This includes refraining from a vape. Stop drinking and lose weight if you’re overweight. Also, women who delayed childbearing to an older age are more likely to be on medication for chronic health issues. It’s very important to make sure all medications they are taking are safe for pregnancy and conception.

Ocean Gynecological and Obstetrical Associates has two convenient office locations: For more than 50 years, women in Ocean County have trusted Ocean Gynecological and Obstetrical Associates (OGOA) to provide comprehensive obstetric and gynecological care. In 2012, OGOA took the bold step of expanding to include a team of experienced, board-certified nurse-midwives to join its seasoned group of board-certified physicians. Today, OGOA is one of the only practices in the region that offers daily appointments with a midwife for in-office gynecological or prenatal care and around-the-clock midwifery coverage for pregnant women in the hospital. OGOA has one of the lowest C-section rates for obstetrical practices in the region.

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Q: What do I need to know about prenatal testing? Prenatal testing provides information about your baby’s health before he or she is born. Throughout your pregnancy, your health care provider may suggest a number of other tests, such as screenings for gestational diabetes, Down syndrome, and HIV. In the past, the gold standard of genetic prenatal testing for women over 35 was an amniocentesis. “The reason that age became associated with ‘high-risk’ stemmed from the fact that the risk of a 35-year-old woman having a genetically abnormal baby was 1 in 200, and research in the ‘80s showed that the risk of an amniocentesis was also 1 in 200, making that age the ‘cut-off.” Today, with so many women choosing to delay childbearing, we have a lot of pregnant women over 35, yet very few amnios. Instead, women may opt for highly accurate noninvasive tests.”

Cell–free DNA test This test uses a simple blood sample from an expectant mother to analyze bits of fetal DNA that have leaked into her bloodstream to test for XY abnormalities and trisomy 18 and 13 and trisomy 21 (Down syndrome). The cell-free DNA test will screen for only the common trisomies and, if requested, sex chromosome composition. Testing can be performed starting as early as 10 weeks and anytime during pregnancy.

Nuchal translucency test The nuchal translucency test measures the nuchal fold thickness, an area of tissue at the back of an unborn baby’s neck. Measuring this thickness helps assess the risk of Down syndrome and other genetic problems in the baby. Testing can be performed at 12 weeks.

Maternal Serum (Penta) Screening The Penta test involves a blood test from the mother typically performed around

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16 weeks which looks for five different proteins and hormones that come from the pregnancy through the placenta into the maternal bloodstream. Levels of these proteins and hormones are combined with other factors, such as maternal age, weight and race to determine the baby’s risk for a chromosomal abnormality or neural tube defect such as spina bifida. If these tests come back abnormal, women may undergo further testing for a more definitive diagnosis, including: Amniocentesis This medical procedure – performed between 14-16 weeks gestation – is used in prenatal diagnosis of chromosomal abnormalities and fetal infections, as well as for sex determination. Through an “amnio,” a small amount of amniotic fluid, which contains fetal tissues, is sampled from the amniotic sac surrounding a developing fetus, and the fetal DNA is examined for genetic abnormalities. The most common reason to have an “amnio” is to determine whether a baby has certain genetic disorders or a chromosomal abnormality. Chorionic villus sampling (CVS) entails sampling of the chorionic villus (placental tissue) and testing it for chromosomal abnormalities. CVS usually takes place at 10-12 weeks’ gestation.

Summary Despite the trend to delayed childbearing, women beyond the age of 35 tend to conceive spontaneously, carry normal pregnancies, and deliver beautiful, healthy babies. The multitude of options for non-invasive prenatal testing has all but eliminated the need for amniocentesis and CVS along with their associated risks. The most important underlying factor related to good outcomes is for women to be in optimum health prior to conception, regardless of age.

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A reverse mortgage is a lien; you still own your home. You will have to continue to pay your property taxes and insurance on the home.

The income I receive from my Reverse Mortgage will aﬀect my Social Security and other benets. This is a wonderful benet of a Reverse Mortgage. It is a loan, and therefore is not considered taxable income. It will not lower important Social Security and Medicare benets.

My children will be responsible for the repayment

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If a borrower or their estate wants to retain ownership of the property, the balance of the loan must be paid oﬀ. However, the owner can sell the home, and any equity in the home at the time of sale will go to the estate, not the bank.

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PACE Program

Dr. Indria Kanouka:

A Doctor Who Treats the Aged with Dignity As an Internist specializing in geriatric care, Dr. Indira Kanouka always considers the patient first. In these days of heavily regulated Dr. Indira Kanouka insurance policies and a medical climate where treatment is protocolized and standardized, that is a rare commodity for a physician. She adds, “When working as an internist you quickly get used to that. Yet, what do you prescribe for the 80-year-old woman with postural hypotension, falls, chronic kidney disease, and a previous GI bleed.”? She has learned from treating this diverse population that standard protocols are not always the best solution. “You have to make a unique decision for each individual patient, especially when there may not be a clear answer as to what to do,” she says.

MCW: What is the most challenging part about your profession? Dr. Kanouka: One of the challenges we face is dealing with the poor communication between everyone involved in caring for the patient, including but not limited to hospital staff, the sub-specialist, case manager, social worker, their family, pharmacy, and home care nurses. MCW: Tell us what makes the Beacon of Life programs so special. Dr. Kanouka: The key difference with the Beacon of LIFE programs compared to current healthcare models is that we do not have any “silos” or barriers for communication. Total transparency is key in developing a successful relationship (and partnership) with our participants and their families. Educating families involved with the care giving is a major factor in reversing certain modalities when done correctly. We strive to do this daily in our center and in our practice.

MCW: What are the most common issues you see in your profession? Dr. Kanouka: I see a great deal of new patients with a polypharmacy issue (defined as the use of multiple drugs or more than are medically necessary). This happens as patients see multiple specialists who are treating them for a different diagnosis and patients end up with a long list of medications that start to interact with each other. This can lead to toxic side effects as they age. For instance, when a patient complains of side effects, they end up with more medications to treat these side effects. When I ask the patient why they are taking this medicine, they are not sure. They are simply following the doctor’s orders. Another common issue is the use of over the counter, expensive supplements. The geriatric population consumes large portions of these medications and they are not FDA regulated. They can easily interact with their other prescribed medications.

MCW: Tell us a little bit about your background. Dr. Kanouka: I came to the United States 22 years ago from Syria and after taking my board exams; I started my Internal Medicine residency at Monmouth Medical Center. The challenge was to learn the language, gauge the cultural relevance, and understand the nuances of the United States healthcare system. After completion of my residency program and after passing The American Board of Internal Medicine, I began working as a staff physician in a federally qualified clinic for two years. Later, I furthered my practice as a staff physician and became the Medical Director at the Specialty Hospital of Central Jersey. Last January, an exciting new opportunity came up that will change the way healthcare will be practiced. I became the Medical Director at Beacon of LIFE, the new PACE program located in Fort Monmouth, Oceanport.

Dr. Kanouka is constantly striving to improve the quality of life for her patients. She adds, “Trying to make the best decisions is at the heart of geriatric medicine. Making such decisions and discussing these issues with patients and relatives, keeping in mind their goal of care is what I enjoy the most about my profession.” Dr. Kanouka is married and has three wonderful children.

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The Memory Enhancement Center of America provides unmatched excellence in the accurate diagnosis and proper treatment of individuals age 45 and older who have concerns about their memory. Individuals come to the center from the Tri-State area.Why? They receive in our state of the facility a comprehensive and confidential consultation at no cost to them or their insurance. Is it just simple forgetfulness or something more? Dr. Ross has the best and newest approaches to highly and accurately diagnose the cause of memory loss in all that come to the Center. It is hoped soon the center might offer a program to prevent or delay MCI/AD. We are the only center in NJ that specializes in MCI, Alzheimer’s Disease and related conditions. All dementia starts with what is called Mild Cognitive Impairment or MCI. Most doctors have heard the term MCI but don’t know how to properly apply it to the appropriate patient with memory loss. It is quite simple: The world renowned physician/neurologist, Dr. Ron Peterson, MD who literally wrote the book called Mild Cognitive Impairment has the following criteria that need to be in place to diagnose MCI: 1. Memory concern corroborated preferably by a close friend/family member. 2. Objective memory impairment for the age and education of the subject (we administer these simple tests of memory at the center to determine is this criteria is satisfied. 3. Largely intact general cognitive function (meaning to most people who meet and talk with you there would not be anything noticeable). 4. Generally preserved activities of daily living (this simply means you can still drive, prepare meals, shop, change appointments by phone, renew medications by phone with the pharmacy or prescription benefits plan manager, and care for all your daily basic needs. 5. Not demented (this means no dementia which essentially refers to your loss of such abilities noted in number 4). If you have MCI, it is critical you have a thorough evaluation. There is no better place qualified to have the proper testing than at the Memory Enhancement Center with Dr. Ross and his staff. The evaluation requires often less than 90 minutes in our office. Our staff is most courteous, caring and compassionate to the needs of all individuals seeking answers to why their memory is failing. The County Woman Magazine

Common questions patients we ask of you at the Memory Enhancement Centers of America: • Do you repeat questions about the events of the day? • Do you avoid driving to unfamiliar locations? • Do you rely more on reminders, post its or calendars more than before? • Do you have trouble recalling conversations the next day or several days later? • Do you seem confused while doing familiar things in or outside the home? • Do you have trouble paying the bills? • Do you get confused about the day, date or month of the year? • Do you get lost or confused while driving or walking in a familiar place? • Do you have pauses in your speech? • Do you have problems finding even common words or using familiar names? • Do you sometimes forget what you wanted to say in the middle of a conversation? • Do you walk into a room and forget what you came in their to do or get? If you answered positively to two or more of these questions then call The Memory Enhancement Center of America today for a free consultation. You have nothing to lose except more of your memory if you wait a minute longer. After memory tests at your office, what else is done to help explain the cause? Dr. Ross provides a detailed consultation to you and your current physicians so they can also help you decide upon the next course of action. This may be a prescription of an FDA approved drug for dementia/Alzheimer’s Disease. In some cases, a suggestion to reduce or eliminate possible medication(s) that can be contributing to your memory loss as well as offer you an opportunity to participate in a pharmaceutical sponsored clinical research trial. An abnormal level of B12 in your blood may also be a factor along with thyroid conditions and many more possible causes.

SYMPTOMS OF ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE

Repeat questions n Misplace possessions n Are at a loss for words n Forget recent events, conversations and names of friends or relatives n Confused sense of direction and time and become lost in familiar places n Have difficulty performing chores or using appliances and tools n Have difficulty handling finances n Show changes in mood and/or personality n

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Dr. Ross received his medical degree from the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn. He then completed an internship and residency in Internal Medicine at Nassau County Medical Center in East Meadow, New York, where he was Chief Resident, and a fellowship in the Department of Geriatrics and Adult Development at Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York, New York. Dr. Ross is a Diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners and of the American Board of Internal Medicine with added qualification in Geriatric Medicine. Dr. Ross' Achievements • Alzheimer's Caregiver Humanitarian of the Year (2011) • Academy of Physicians in Clinical Research Board of Trustees (2011-2012) • Certified Physician Investigator • Second followship trained Geriatrician in NJ Dr. Ornstein has a great deal of experience caring for patients with cognitive impairment including mild, moderate and severe Alzheimer’s disease. This includes the areas of primary care and as a principal investigator providing compassionate care to those most in need of his services. He has been an investigator on many important studies testing the safety and efficacy of the latest compounds battling diseases such as mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s Disease/Dementia. “I have been a practicing internist for over thirty years and have an intimate knowledge of the overwhelming health issues confronting the seniors of today. For the past five years it has been my medical mission in life and definitely my distinct pleasure to offer hope and reassurance by way of clinical research to those unfortunate individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.”

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Connecting To Dementia Patients Through Music

Music is an important part of all our lives. We often link particular songs with significant events and personal milestones. A familiar piece of music can stir up vivid recollections and emotions.

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That’s because we are all musical beings. Our brain’s auditory functioning is the first to develop, so music is one of the earliest impressions we have in life. Researchers think that this is why music can be so effective in reaching dementia patients. Music can stimulate parts of the brain that other forms of communication cannot, and while general memory may decline, music memory remains deeply held. This power of music to spark a patient’s memory helps engage their focus and attention and can lead to unlocking emotions and memories, influencing mood, alleviating stress and enhancing cognitive functioning. Responding to music does not require a great deal of cognitive effort, which means patients can engage with sounds, rhythms, singing and playing even late into dementia progression. Family members can help caregivers choose music that is personally meaningful, and music from the individual’s youth may evoke strong responses. Upbeat selections are appropriate for active times whereas slower pieces are good for relaxation and bedtimes. Music therapy has been shown to benefit even the most advanced dementia patients. Music can unlock emotions and memories, and new associations can be formed by pairing music with daily activities, improving overall cognitive ability. Responding to music, especially through singing, dancing or playing an instrument, is engaging and stimulating, activating more of the brain than usual. Music can boost mood, relieve stress and stimulate motor and cognitive functioning. And finally, music helps dementia patients connect with their memories, their past selves, their loved ones and the wider world around them.

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This type of music therapy represents just one component of multi-sensory dementia care programs available which are designed to engage all the senses, including touch, taste, smell, sight and hearing. Sensory stimulation programs have been shown to decrease agitation, reduce restlessness and even improve sleep. Dementia care experts agree that involvement in a good sensory stimulation program can greatly improve a patient’s quality of life experience by providing meaningful, memorable activities in a socially engaging setting. Millennium Memory Care (MMC), with four New Jersey locations, offers Holistic Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, including an innovative Six Senses Program tailored for the specific needs of each individual resident. This program reflects MMC’s individualized holistic care approach, which is designed to address and care for the whole person, and not just the disease.

To learn more about the benefits of sensory stimulation programs for individuals with dementia and also about Millennium Memory Care’s Six Senses Program, please visit MMC’s website at: http://www.millenniummemorycare.com/.

Millennium Memory Care (MMC), in four New Jersey locations (Matawan, Monroe, Ocean and Holmdel coming soon) offers Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care with an individualized, holistic approach in an intimate homelike atmosphere, providing personalized care plans tailored for the “whole” person. Even the most challenging cases are welcome at MMC.

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High heels, Gait, and Venous Dysfunction Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), a medical condition where the veins cannot pump v enough blood back to the heart, is a common problem but there are many ways to treat it. In addition to surgical procedures, there are more conservative measures such as compression stockings, weight loss, leg elevation, and local treatment of venous ulcers. Since an individual’s gait (manner of walking) plays an important role in the function of leg veins, patients with painful venous ulcers should also be assessed to make sure that their gait pattern strikes a good balance between mobility and stability. Some common causes of abnormal gait patterns include weakness of different muscle groups, any condition that affects balance, and improper footwear such as open-backed sandals that cause the wearer to shuffle. There have been no studies showing how extremely high heels affect varicose veins, but since they do affect the gait of the wearer, that would suggest a link between high heels and CVI. Gait testing can detect which of these is at the root of the problem, allowing for appropriate treatment. Treatment may include gait training and strengthening of the lower extremities. Providing a patient can participate in an exercise program, exercise should be done with compression garments in place. This helps to improve venous return by assisting the calf muscle. Comfortable, well-fitting shoes should be worn that will allow for a heel-to-toe walking pattern. The simple way to help a patient achieve this is to have them take the longest steps they can safely take. Obviously this recommendation is for patients who can balance and have the ability to maintain single limb stance. Some patients will require more exercises to strengthen muscle, improve their balance, and increase their range of motion. It is crucial that patients maintain proper form while walking and exercising. Once the proper heel-to-toe gait is learned, it is important that adequate walking occurs for at least 30 minutes a day to maximize the benefit. As an added bonus, this will also improve overall health.

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“ “If Our Parents Don’t Deserve Better Care, Then Who Does?” - Christiana Foglio, Founder of ONORA Health

fter my own family’s frustrating experience trying to find qualified, compassionate memory care support for our parents, I created ONORA Health so every family can have what we all deserve: Our DAY PROGRAM is designed to provide a safe and innovative environment within our new memory care home seven days per week. Each client participates in a creative enrichment program customized for a unique experience that optimizes brain function, fosters confidence, and increases happiness.

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Understanding The Value Of Acupuncture How does it work?

What is acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a treatment involving the insertion of fine needles into the skin to relieve symptoms (such as pain), strengthen the body’s immune system and balance the body to facilitate healthy body function. Conditions Commonly Treated By Acupuncture Allergies & Asthma Anxiety & Depression Arthritis Autoimmune Disorders Back Pain & Sciatica Chronic Fatigue Genitourinary Disorders Gynecological Disorders Headache & Migraine Hypertension Infertility

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Acupuncture works by stimulating the body’s qi (pronounced chee). Qi is the body’s life energy. It flows throughout the body in a series of channels. Each channel is connected with a specific organ and has specific physiological functions, as well as emotional and spiritual components. When the qi flow is disrupted, the body can experience dysfunction, ill health and/or pain. When the qi is flowing freely through the channels, all body functions, such as Sleep, Digestion, Energy, Immunity, Concentration, and Mobility, are enhanced.

Does it hurt?

The insertion of the needle is generally painless. Many patients do not even realize when the needle has been inserted. This is because acupuncture needles are solid and hair-fine, unlike a medical hypodermic needle, which is thick and hollow. Once all of the needles are in place, the patient usually becomes very relaxed. The lights are dimmed and gentle music is played. Many patients fall asleep during the treatment.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 732- 262-0637.

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Lung Cancer Screening Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease

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Many of my close friends’ parents and grandparents smoked cigarettes. In their generations, smoking was a part of the culture. Although the dangers of cigarette smoking were known, smoking was still widely accepted in society. It was not too long ago when we could smoke cigarettes at work, on planes, andtoeven hospitals! Longtime smokers dementia are predisposed to develop lung cancer it is now common to screen high-risk patientsover usingthe CT Due our in growing elderly population, has become a major publicand health issue. Dementia affects 5% of people scans. age of 65 and is estimated to affect 4 million Americans. There are many different types of dementia including vascular dementia, Lewy According drug to thetoxicity, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, who smoke are 10 to 20 times more likely todementia. develop lung cancer orfar die from body dementia, thyroid disease, excessive alcoholpeople use, vitamin deficiencies, and frontotemporal However, and lung cancer than people who do not smoke. The longer a person smokes and the more cigarettes smoked each day, the more that risk increases. Let us put away the most common form of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease, which accounts for 50-75% of all cases. Those suffering Alzheimer’s this in perspective: in the United States, about 90% of lung cancermemory deaths inloss, mendifficulty and almost 80% of lungfamiliar cancer deaths in women solving are caused by smoking. disease show a progressive loss of mental ability including completing tasks, difficultly problems, This year 157,000 people are expected to die from lung cancer, which is more than the deaths from colorectal, breast, pancreatic, and prostate cancers personality and mood changes, mental instability, and displaying poor judgment. There is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s disease but combined. As with all cancers, early detection is key to survival.

early detection and treatment can slow the progression of disease and improve the quality of life.

Q: What is lung cancer screening? Q: What causes Alzheimer’s disease? A: There are many screening tests in medicine. Breast cancerA:screening is performed yearly using mammograms. Patients with Alzheimer’s disease create a Colon cancer screening is performed using colonoscopy. protein intests the brain calledcancer Beta Amyloid. The goal that of alldeposits screening is to detect at a very This stage. protein disrupts thepatient connection between normal early This gives the the highest chance for abrain 100%cells cureand rate. are performed is Screening believed totests be the cause of thebefore mental symptoms ofsa cancer begin. In lung cancer screening, decline.who It is have believed that this begins patients a high risk of protein developing lungaccumucancer lating inathe a decade more before the onset of undergo lowbrain radiation dose or computed tomography (CT) scan ofThe the chest. symptoms. proteins disrupt functions in specific Q: What is abrain. computed tomography scanforms of the parts of the It is not understood what chest? these proteins. A lot of research is currently underway A: Computed scan (or CTand scan) is a to create a drug totomography remove these proteins restore machine that uses x-rays and advanced computer normal brain function. processing to create multiple images of the body in exquisite detail. Low radiation dose CT scan can decrease the of you radiation a patientAlzheimer’s receives by up to 60%. Q: amount How do diagnose

Q: Why can’t we use chest x-rays for lung cancer

Q: Are there tests that can show the activity screening? of the brain? A: Chest x-rays are fantastic to examine the heart,

lungs, bones of the test chest. x-rays A:and PET/CT is the of Unfortunately, choice to detectchest cancer are not sensitive enough to detect signs of early lung in the body. However PET/CT is also the best test cancer. CT scans are able to find cancers that are as small available to show brain as 2-3 millimeters. Earlyactivity. cancers PET/CT this small stands cannotfor be Positron Emission Tomography/ Computerized reliably detected on chest x-rays. Tomography and uses“high radiolabeled to measure Q: Who is considered risk” forsugar developing lung brain metabolism. This is how it works: (1) Active cancer? brainA:cells burn the sugarlung glucose; Patients Risknormally factors for developing cancer(2) include: to be• scanned are given an injection of radiolabeled Smoking tobacco glucose that the PET can detect; (3)such The as • Contact withscanner cancer-causing agents patient waits one and hourradon for the sugar to be taken up asbestos by the and (4)history areas of which • brain; A personal of the lungbrain cancer fromare not smoking functioning properly will eat less of the sugar than the • normally A familyfunctioning history of lung cancer rest of brain. • Various chronic lung diseases Q: What do the different types of dementia look Q: Does my health insurance cover lung cancer like on PET/CT? screenings? A: Each type of dementia has a unique appearance A: Medicare and many insurances will cover low radiation on PET/CT. In Alzheimer’s disease, the temporal lobes dose lung cancer screening if a person has the following and parietal lobes are the most affected and therefore criteria: show little uptake. In contrast, Pick’s disease dementia • decreased Ages 55-77 and is either current smoker features metabolism in athe frontal lobes or and have quit smoking within the last 15 years temporal lobes. • Tobacco smoking history of at least 30 Q: Are there “packnew years”test on the horizon? A: There has been a recently approved test called Q: What is a “pack year”? Florbetapir. Instead using radiolabeled sugarthe and A: A pack year isofcalculated by multiplying numberwhich of cigarette a person hasdecreased smoked per day seeing parts ofpacks the brain show funcby the number of years that person has smoked.For tion, Flobetapir binds directly to beta amyloid plaques example, smoking one pack per day for 30 years equals 30 (the that cause Using packproteins years. Smoking twoAlzheimer’s packs a day disease). for 15 years equals

disease?

A: It is important to distinguish Alzheimer’s disease from other forms of treatable dementia. Testing includes performing a physical and neurologic exam, taking a thorough medical history, mental status testing and radiological tests such as an MRI of the brain. The MRI is used to determine whether the cause of mental decline is related to a cancer, strokes, or tiny bleeds in the brain all of which can mimic the symptoms of dementia. However, for a which majority of small patient’s 5 millimeter lung nodule is too to bewith seen on a traditional chest X-ray. This proved to be cancer. Alzheimer’s disease, the MRI of the brain is normal. The MRI is fantastic at showing detailed pictures of the brain but it does not show the decreased activity of the brain, which is the cause of Alzheimer’s disease.

Q: How often do I need to be screened? What ahappens PET/CT ifmachine, one can detect whether something is detected on mybeta exam? amyloid is present in the brain. This can improve the A: Patients who are high risk for lung cancer should specificity ofusing detecting Alzheimer’s by 90%. be screened CT scan once perdisease year. Many small nodules detected on are CTstill screening are benign These amyloid scans underexams investigation and(i.e., not cancerous). Your doctor will recommend following are not reimbursed by insurance companies. Currently these medical nodules with serialcenters CT scans over the course of many research are conducting studies several years. If these nodules do not grow or change in investigating thisconcluded cutting edge appearance, itthe canuses be of safely thattechnology these nodules including several neurologists in Toms are benign. If a discovered nodule looksRiver. suspicious or is seen growing over several CT exams, the patient should undergowww.TomsRiverXray.com additional testing (such as a PET/CT scan) or be Visit biopsied. Q: How much radiation does one receive from a screening CT scan?

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A: The latest technology has significantly decreased the amount of radiation emitted from CT screening. Low dose CT chest scan has close to the same radiation dose as a mammogram. A yearly CT scan in an older population has a negligible risk of contracting and dying Normal brain from radiation induced cancer. The benefits of screening without decreased metabolism. this high risk population certainly outweigh the risks of modest radiation exposure. Q: How much does CT lung cancer screening cost? A: All CT lung cancer screening tests require a prescription from your doctor. Medicare and many insurance plans will cover lung cancer screening. Some patients do not fit the strict criteria for screening. Perhaps they have a 25 pack year smoking history instead of a 30 pack year smoking history. Some patients want to have a loved one checked for possible cancer. The cost of a CT scan can be over $1000. As a community service, in Decreased metabolism Brain MRI of a patient initially Toms to River CT, and MRI Center offering low specific areas ofisthe brain shown thought have X-ray, dementia shows in green (arrows) consistent a slow growing radiation dosetumor CT causing lung cancer screening for $200. gradual mental decline.

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On the Job Summer Skin Hazards Workers’ Compensation Has You Covered! When you think of workers’ compensation injuries, I bet the first thing that comes to mind is a sprained back or a sore neck. But if you’re a landscaper, utility worker, or employed in any field where you spend a lot of time working outside during the hot summer months in New Jersey, you know it’s not unusual to occasionally run into a creepy crawly spider, bloodthirsty tick, venomous snake, wasp nest or other potentially harmful critter while doing your job. No matter how careful we are trying to protect ourselves, we can’t always find a way to guard against dangerous insects and wildlife camouflaged in leaf mounds and rotted wood piles. Luckily, a bite or unexpected encounter with nature is usually a minor event. But when a bite comes from the deadly brown recluse spider, a tick, snake, raccoon, or even an unknown source, medical attention should be sought immediately to avoid complications. Ticks are of special concern because they can cause rash, fever, chills or headache even if you don’t see a tick on your body. Workers’ Compensation covers employees who experience these types of injuries and they are not as unusual as you may think. Our office has represented

many workers who have suffered from the side effects of Lyme Disease, ehrlichiosis, babesiosis (another debilitating tick related illness often associated with the Pine Barrens), allergic reaction from multiple bee stings, cysts developed from bug bites requiring surgery and more. We make sure our clients receive the medical care to which they are entitled under the law, receive wage replacement if they cannot work, and receive a cash settlement to address permanent injuries if appropriate. The steps for getting medical treatment for this type of work injury are the same as with any other type of injury. If time permits, notify your employer and obtain instructions as to where to go for medical care. If it is a true emergency, head to your nearest hospital emergency room or urgent care center. It’s so important to make that your employer’s workers’ compensation policy is used to pay for the costs associated with your treatment. Why? Because you should not have to pay for any copays, deductibles, or prescriptions. That includes emergency room care, blood work, MRIs, x-rays, exams and surgery. Those items are covered by workers’ compensation 100%.

I hope you or a family member never experience a work injury, but if you do and need questions answered about workers’ compensation benefits, please don’t hesitate to contact me. If you need guidance, call 732-228-7534 today for a free consultation.

Call 732-228-7534 Today! Your consultation is free! 225 Washington St. The Cottage, Toms River, NJ 08753 Kathleen M. Dotoli, Esq. has lived and worked in the shore area for over 30 years. She says: “This is where my heart is and where I was meant to live, practice law, and help others.”

National Grandparent’s Day

Sunday, September 11th, 2016

National Grandparents Day has more than one origin story, but most people believe Marian Lucille Herndon McQuade, a housewife in West Virginia, to have been the main driver for the day of observance. Throughout the 1970s, McQuade worked hard to educate the people about the important contributions senior citizens made and the contributions that they would be willing to make if asked. She also urged people to adopt a grandparent, not for one day a year and not for material giving, but for a lifetime of experience. The holiday was finally signed into law by President Jimmy Carter in 1978. A presidential proclamation on September 6, 1979, made this day official – it designated Sunday, September 9, 1979 as being the first National Grandparents Day. Each year thereafter, the holiday would be celebrated on the first Sunday in September after Labor Day.

How do people celebrate?

About four million greeting cards are sent within the United States each year on National Grandparents Day. Many school students take part in story-telling activities that relate to their grandparents, as well as art or poster competitions where children often use a story about their grandparents in their artwork. This day is also an opportunity for people to appreciate and express their love to their grandparents through kind actions such as making a phone call or inviting their grandparents for dinner. Source: http://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/us/national-grandparents-day

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Finding The Right Running Shoe Selecting a running shoe isn’t easy. With so many different brands and styles to choose from, finding the right shoe can be difficult for both the novice and the veteran runner alike. Here are some important things to keep in mind the next time you shoe shop:

Before you throw away that old pair of running shoes, examine the wear pattern on the sole to discover the type of runner that you are. Runners with flat feet generally “overpronate,” demonstrating increased wear pattern along the inside sole, and most often benefit from motion control shoes. Those with high arches generally “oversupinate,” demonstrating increased wear patterns along the outside of the sole, and most often benefit from shoes with increased cushioning. Consider the terrain and activity you enjoy. Shoes crafted for road and track running tend to be lighter with thinner soles, whereas shoes constructed for trail running are heavier with a thicker sole. These are different than cross-trainers, which can look similar but are better suited for gym-based activities such as elliptical machines, weighttraining, yoga, or Zumba. Once you’re ready to buy, avoid the temptation of online shoe shopping. Improperly fitted shoes can lead to pain or injury. When shopping, plan to wear the socks you would normally run with and try shoes on both feet; then stand and walk If you use orthotics, make sure to try out pairs of shoes with the orthotics inside. Always try on multiple brands styles, and categories before making your selection.

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Now that you’ve got that great new pair of running shoes, keep track of your mileage. Most shoes should be replaced between 300400 miles and most running injuries occur through overtraining; running too far, too soon. Free apps such as Mapmyrun and Strava are excellent tools to record distance.

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“Tough Times Never Last, But Tough People Do.” ~Dr. Robert Schuller

Written by Claire Brown, BSN, RN, Director of Provider Relations 74-year-old Catherine Ryan was visiting Harrah’s casino in Atlantic City in late March of this year. She had travelled down from Point Pleasant, in Ocean County, New Jersey, and was hoping to enjoy her mini vacation.

with a tracheostomy collar which delivered a small percentage of oxygen via a tube. The hope was that she would return to spontaneous breathing without the use of the oxygen in the future and possibly removal of the tracheostomy tube. Catherine was also able to eat a chopped diet when the Passy Muir valve was utilized. Catherine was discharged to Care One Rehabilitation Center, an acute rehabilitation center in Wall Township. This facility was closer to the family, and was her first choice. The plan would be for Catherine to follow up with an ear, nose and throat physician while she was there. She would also receive further physical therapy and treatment since she was still very weak and frail from her ordeal.

On April 1st, during the middle of the night, Catherine got up to go to the bathroom, then slipped and fell on the floor. Unfortunately, she had badly injured the right side of her chest. When the Catherine Ryan and Suzanne Emergency Medical Team in Atlantic City arrived, they found Catherine face down on the bathroom floor. Although she had not lost The patient and family were so happy that she had been cared for at Acuity consciousness, she was in severe pain and short of breath. and especially since she was able to be liberated from the ventilator at Acuity after Catherine was taken immediately to the AtlantiCare Regional Medical many weaning attempts. Center’s Emergency Department for evaluation and treatment. X-rays in the Catherine’s daughter, Margie, who is a practicing RN, commented on the emergency department revealed several rib fractures on the right side of her chest. staff at Acuity, saying, “Acuity Specialty Hospital staff never gave up and I am so She was also found to have blood in her lungs and a right scapula fracture. pleased that there was so much compassion for my mother’s success and speedy On April 6, 2016, during her stay in the Trauma Unit, her respiratory status recovery from each and every one of them.” She thanked all the staff, including declined, necessitating oral intubation and mechanical ventilation. Catherine Monica Titus, CEO of Acuity, for their kindness and dedication. She especially was then transferred to Acuity Specialty Hospital on April 11th for aggressive thanked Theresa Leary and Niesha Mosley, both Respiratory Therapists, RN Case ventilator weaning. She received a tracheostomy during her stay at Acuity in order Manager Tracey McNally, and Suzanne McGettigan, APN. to stabilize her respiratory status and a percutaneous gastronomy tube (PEG tube) I visited Catherine on the day of her discharge from Acuity Specialty Hospital. for nutritional needs on April 14th. She was sitting in a chair, smiling and relaxed. I asked her if there was a particular During her stay she was able to be removed from the ventilator successfully staff member she remembered the most during her stay at Acuity. Catherine said without complications. Upon discharge, on May 25th, she was breathing well that she felt a special bond with a physical therapist named Suzanne Manganelli. Suzanne said, “Mrs. Ryan desperately wanted to get better. She worked incredibly hard and never turned down an opportunity to do physical therapy. Acuity Specialty Hospital of New Many mornings I would arrive on the nursing floor and before l could get Jersey is a long term acute care started, a patient care technician or a nurse would stop me to say, ‘Mrs. Ryan For Information or Referrals, hospital located inside AtlantiCare was asking for you. She wants to be your first patient of the day to receive Call 609-441-8123 physical therapy.’ In addition to the amazing respiratory and nursing care she Regional Medical Center in A Simple Choice for Complex Patients received, and the great family support she has, I am convinced that Mrs. Ryan Atlantic City. Our recently ‘walked herself ’ off of the ventilator. No one worked harder than she. She renovated hospital-within-aOur achievements speak for themselves: encouraged me to help her every day. I truly feel that we at Acuity can make a • First hospital in New Jersey to achieve ISO 9001:2008 hospital provides 30 private huge difference in the lives of our patients and their families when we all work certification, maintained since 2012 rooms equipped with state of the • New Jersey Hospital Association Excellence in Quality together.” Improvement Award- 2016 The staff at Acuity are passionate art monitoring to the medically • American Association for Respiratory Care Center of Excellence 2012-present about the patients they care complex and critically ill. Patients • Current ventilator weaning rate over 80% for. A staff member recently • Wound healing rate over 80% are seen by physician specialists commented, “When a patient has daily and typically discharged to Our team specializes in the following a devastating illness or injury, even needs of our patients: acute and sub-acute the toughest of times don’t last • Ventilator weaning forever. Although this is not always rehabilitation centers, skilled • Complex wounds • Infectious diseases the case, depending on a person’s nursing facilities or their homes. • Medically or surgically complex care illness, if the person remains • Multi-system organ dysfunction strong, they will make it through and be able to weather whatever storms come their way. The human spirit has shown that it is capable of making it through tough times, and getting to the end of the tunnel. Sometimes the best part of dealing with adversity is that it can toughen you up for the next trial in your life. Knowing that you are only getting better with each new Jennifer Brown, BSN, RN, Employee of struggle can be an inspiration during those times when you feel like giving up. the Year 2015 and Kathy Kerstetter, MSN, Mrs. Catherine Ryan is a prime example of that.” RN, ACNP-C, Leader of the Year 2015 www.acuityatlanticcity.com

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Adult Community

Fountainhead: The Best Kept Secret In Jackson Staying Close To Be Independent. Home Choices For 55+ Spectacular Home Savings!

by NJ and federal building standards for crawl-space homes cost effectiveness in a land lease community. 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Fountainhead is a place to love $100,000 and “ready-for-residents” can be the right answer advantages are offered atreally Fountainhead and they what tomorrow will hold for them; mostdeserve people have living. for people who realize land ownership is the most costly serious as the perfect solution. to consideration rely on the best-guess. Once that part of the equation is Fountainhead looks and feels like a traditional element of single-family home ownership. Especially in set, gathering the facts takes footwork and travel. To Land lease communities offertime, valuable independence residential neighborhood with ample off-the-street parking, the later years, a lot of the expense can be eliminated preserve andrelief growfrom thosesome relationships that matter most, and immediate of the stressful aspects of a wide streets and right-size lots. 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For a more Jackson is there a community of about 55,000 people, 25¼ hours a day is something for every age and ability; customized the choice of sites available to the color detailedfrom explanation, begin the friendly relationship with a miles east of Trenton, 50 miles to NYC and Philadelphia, mile away opening soon will be the CentraState all-inclusive of theFountainhead handles on the cabinets. Adequate size samples and home ownership consultant. offering. Buthour for those want a little help breaking the just under an fromwho Staten Island and is the digital imagery provide a clear andatexciting look at55+ what will New and pre-loved homes Fountainhead ice, Fountainhead opportunities during geographical centeroffers of New Jersey. I-195 linksthe thespring, Garden be your new home. Most shorefootage people from are aware community range in square aboutmodular 900 summer and autumn. State Parkway to the NJ Turnpike and I-295. Fountainhead homes are the solution to storm of the 2 square feetbest to approximately 1,300rebuilding. square feet,Part all featuring financing buying “cash,” Fountainhead is lessWhether than 2 miles fromorI-195, Exit 22. The location is easy samebedrooms “family”, and manufactured can be a solution at least 1.5 homes bathrooms. New homes, as well, offers experience-based information on navigating for the family to access from all parts of NJ and NY. builtbuilt to the HUD/manufactured they are to strict go either on a foundationhome or forconstruction land lease the home-buying, process in America’s revised When it’s time closing for a change, visit the Viviano standards, offer all energy-efficiency gas heating, windows community placement. The subtle differences in construction home-buying financing environment after Dodd-Frank. Family, who are the owners and developers of anddetectable appliancesafter pluscompletion. ample choicesManufactured of quality extrashomes and are not There is ample financing for Fountainhead homes, there Fountainhead and change your life for the better. upgrades to personalize are most cost efficient whenyour in a home. land lease setting as land are no more “no doc” home financing options in any home Today’s is situated on an space purchase, there are no more “no money down” loans for acquisition and home development costs areinsulated the mostcrawl significant For buyers. directions thehassales center at 1 Rose over a concrete foundation system. Protected as required home There to is and been very little default in the variable in home ownership. Once again, the long term Drive, Jackson, NJ 08527 call 732-928-3100 or NJ manufactured home loan portfolio as compared with the visit www.njfountainheadhomes.com . overall home mortgage experience. Buying at Fountainhead is a credit transaction and prospects will expect to provide income, debt and general background information for any purchase. You Luv’ Em, The caring and professional Fountainhead office and You Em Luv’ Em, property staff remain committed to building and offering We Luv’ the best of new manufactured homes in a comfortable, We Luv’ Em Too! convenient location. Jim Viviano’s family is carrying on with him his dream of an affordable, well-designed, wellkept, long-time home ownership community for people at least 55 years of age. Relationships that matter most are so important in the

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Garden & Local Honey

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Spend The Summer With From The Garden Local Raw Honey Raw honey is full of enzymes, minerals, vitamins and proteins. In order to take advantage of all of honeys benefits, it is important not to heat your honey above 140F. Doing so can destroy the enzymes that are beneficial to your health. Pasteurizing is an unnecessary step in honey production, since it kills the elements of honey that are the healthiest and most important. Due to its low water content, honey rarely grows bacteria. Pure honey can last indefinitely without refrigeration.

Benefits of Raw Honey Consuming honey daily is becoming an increasingly popular natural alternative to allergy medications. Honey works like a vaccine against local seasonal allergens; eating honey harvested within 50 miles of your home prior to and during an allergy season can fight allergies and irritating sinus issues. We typically associate seasonal allergies with the spring and fall months, but did you know honey can benefit you throughout the winter as well? Honey is a fantastic cough suppressant, working better than most over the counter medications. Honey also offers incredible immune system support, which becomes especially important during the cold winter months when the body is more susceptible to illness. Taking your vitamins can be as easy as taking some honey, as raw honey contains healthy amounts of B vitamins and vitamin C. Honey is also a source of calcium, iron, potassium, and zinc. When supplemented in apple cider vinegar or tea with ginger, honey can help relieve nausea and at 64 calories per tablespoon, it is one of the healthiest sweeteners you can find.

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Interesting Honey Facts •Two thirds of the food we eat is pollinated by bees or another pollinator. • To make one pound of honey, the colony must visit 2 million flowers. A typical trip is 50,100 flowers. An average beehive in NJ produces 50 to 400 pounds of honey annually. • A single bee will make approximately just 1/12th of a teaspoon of honey in her lifetime! Bees have produced honey for 150 million years. • Honey has been found in tombs beneath the earth, and because of its low moisture content, can still be consumed! • Bees make everything from royal jelly to bee venom. The bee venom is used for therapy (BVT) to relieve chronic pain and to help patients who have MS.

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Specialty Cakes & Chocolate Novelties

Hot Wedding Cake Trends For 2016 The world of cake design is constantly changing and evolving. Like many industries, todays tech savy world is just a click away from the latest and greatest ideas in cake decorating. At Chocolate Carousel, we make it our business to stay on top of the latest decorating trends and ideas in order to bring those to life for our customers. We are even taking it a step further with the introduction of our new CC Design Studio, opening summer 2016. Our design studio will be a place to work one on one with a cake designer to create the perfect cake for any ocassion. In addition, we will offer fun cake design classes, candy making classes and team building events as well as tasting nights and sweet tooth Saturdays.

The following are some of the hot cake trends for 2016 which are sure to be a hit at your next event: Drippy Deconstructed Cakes are bright and colorful, they use elements such as candy or sugar flowers to decorate the cake and are marked by their signature dripping ganache frosting. Watercolor Cakes are soft and pretty, perfect for bridal showers or even weddings. These cakes are typically fondant covered and painted with soft hues in food coloring to look like watercolor paintings. Textured Buttercream are perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, baby and bridal showers, engagement parties and weddings alike. In soft styles like rosettes, lined textures or stucco these cakes are so pretty and incredibly appetizing.

Naked Cakes are still holding on to a spot in the most popular cake trends this year. By naked, we mean they have no outside icing. These cakes have a beautiful rustic feel and are usually decorated with fresh fruit or fresh flowers.

Shiny Metallic Cakes are sleek and modern

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and are certainly very popular this season in silvers and golds these cakes make a statement at any event. Some people even choose to add 24 gold leaf to their cake, an expensive but very beautiful and edible option.

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Community

Why Executive Women of New Jersey Is Calling on Male CEOs

to Pledge to Advance Gender Diversity Recently, Barry H. Ostrowsky, President and CEO of RWJBarnabas Health, publicly acknowledged the role that men must play in ensuring that women have equal access to leadership and board positions in New Jersey’s corporations. As the President of Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ), the leading seniorlevel executive women’s advocacy organization in the state, I would like to commend Mr. Ostrowsky for his allyship. Given that he is the CEO of the largest healthcare system in the state, his advocacy on this issue is important and needed. In October 2015, EWNJ released its biennial report on the state of gender diversity in the top leadership of New Jersey’s publicly traded

companies. This report, the only one of its kind in the state, highlighted the persistent underrepresentation of women in the boardroom and in the upper echelons of corporate governance. It found that out of 942 board seats in 99 New Jersey companies, only 141, or 15%, were held by women. In terms of executive positions, only 143 of 902 executive seats, or 16%, were held by women. This reality is particularly troubling given the abundance of well-qualified women executives and the fact that companies with more women on their boards outperform their counterparts. One of the seldom-discussed barriers to women’s advancement is the fact that decisions about potential board members are often made in uniquely male spaces such as the men’s locker room of golf clubs. This dynamic underscores why male leaders must step up to address this inequity. The bottom-line is that the majority of decision-makers at most companies are men and therefore, it is essential that male CEOs and board directors make a genuine commitment to advancing gender diversity and inclusion. The responsibility to establish and maintain gender diversity should be an institutionalized responsibility. As a result, EWNJ is calling on more male CEOs to join Barry H. Ostrowsky and pledge to advance greater gender inclusion in senior leadership and on the boards by adhering to the recommendations in the EWNJ 2015 report. Further, we are asking other women’s organizations to join this effort. We will release our next corporate gender diversity report next year, and it is our goal to make significant progress in ensuring that women gain more seats at the table.

To learn more about EWNJ and its programs and impact, visit www.ewnj.org. To read EWNJ’s groundbreaking 2015 report on corporate gender diversity, visit www.ewnj.org/research.

About EWNJ: Founded in 1980, EWNJ is the leading senior-level executive women’s organization that is committed to increasing the presence of women serving on corporate boards and in the top leadership of New Jersey companies. To this end, we publish a biennial report, in partnership with PwC, on the number of women on boards and in the senior governance of publicly traded companies in New Jersey. This report is the only one of its kind in the state.

Maureen Schneider, Ph.D., MBA President, Executive Women of New Jersey Maureen Schneider is the Chief Nurse Officer and Director of Operations at Chilton Medical Center-Atlantic Health Systems. She and her family reside in Holmdel where she has lived for 25 years.

We also host an array of events designed to offer women executives prime networking opportunities, to bolster and amplify our gender diversity advocacy efforts, and to raise funds for our Non-Traditional Graduate Student Scholarship program, which is focused on establishing a pipeline of future leaders. As the largest provider of scholarships to non-traditional women graduate students in New Jersey, we are proud to have awarded over $1.2 million to deserving candidates over the last 30 years.

For more information, visit our website at www.ewnj.org.

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Community

SOCIAL COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES NETWORK … Where Active Adults Meet To Be Informed, Empowered And Inspired SCAN (Social Community Activities Network) is a non-profit

adult social education and resource center founded in 1988 and conveniently located in the Monmouth Mall and our satellite location in Freehold Borough. The name reflects the action-oriented profile of its members and the vibrancy and social networking strength of the organization. The main draw of membership, which is open to anyone aged 50 and over, is the opportunity to socialize and stay healthy.

Successful Aging & Technology Program Kicks Off in Long Branch

SCAN brought its Successful Aging and Technology program to the Bucky James Community Center in Long Branch this spring. Above, participants show off their new tablets (funding provided by the Affordable Housing Alliance) as they prepared to embark on the 13-week program. In addition to the tablets, participants are provided internet access and weekly coaching and mentoring sessions while also attending classes on healthy aging.

Freehold Successful Aging and Technology Class Graduates

After completing their 13 weeks of instruction and coaching, fifteen Freehold Successful Aging and Technology participants graduated from the program on April 28th. They will continue to meet monthly through December to ensure they retain the valuable lessons learned. Above, the participants receive some final instruction from SCAN volunteer instructor Frank Remski.

SCAN Holds First Ocean County Brain Health Fair

In conjunction with Meals on Wheels of Ocean County, SCAN hosted our first Brain Health Fair in Ocean County on May 6th at St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Toms River. The Brain Health Fair was an opportunity to experience fun and creative interactive activities designed especially to promote brain health. Keynote speaker Shira Goldberg, MD, of Monmouth Medical Center Geriatric Services gave a lively presentation of “Give Your Memory an A+ As You

Age” and Mike Schatzki, MPA, CSP, presented “The Recovering Couch Potato” and discussed the importance of staying fit to help prevent illness and slow aging. The Brain Health Fair also featured 20 interactive brain teaser stations including puzzles and games, meditation, blood pressure screening, medication management & more. Due to the success of the event, SCAN is definitely planning on returning to Ocean County for many future events. Here, attendees focus on Dr. Goldberg’s presentation.

Fencing for Seniors Comes to SCAN

One of the exciting new programs offered at SCAN during the spring semester was Fencing for Seniors. Fencing increases mental agility by focusing, concentrating and building strategies, and the no-impact movements are easy on the body. The instructors are professionals and all protective gear is provided. It’s never too late to take up a new sport while improving balance, coordination and fine motor skills, so look for this class to be offered again during upcoming semesters!

Take Control of Your Health Fair Held in June

SCAN held a successful Take Control of Your Health Fair at the Monmouth Mall on June 8th. United Healthcare was the event sponsor. Monmouth Medical Center provided free health screenings, and there were 26 vendors who provided information about healthcare, wellness, fitness, nutrition and many other aspects of successful aging. The Fair concluded with numerous Table Drawings, give-aways and prizes.

Please Mark Your Calendars • JULY/AUGUST - SCAN has again been asked by the Monmouth County Freeholders and Office on Aging to produce the 2016 Senior Art Show. Applications are available until July 8th. The artwork will be hung in the Monmouth County Library Headquarters in Manalapan from August 5th through 30th. The Senior Art Show Reception and Award Ceremony (open to the public) will be held on August 17th. • SEPTEMBER 12 – Fall semester classes begin. Class listings will be available in early August at www.scannj.com. • OCTOBER 25 – SCAN Annual Awards luncheon at Seabrook in Tinton Falls • DECEMBER 2 – Brain Health Fair at Monmouth Mall

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“A Mommy’s Promise” “My Mommy wrote this book for me so I always know how much she loves me,”

explains 7-year-old Skylar when asked about her mother’s children’s book, A Mommy’s Promise. She is extremely aware that she is the inspiration behind this unique interactive keepsake book that also doubles as a bedtime story about a mother’s love for her child. The story originated when the author/illustrator was diagnosed with cancer when her daughter was just an infant. She wanted to ensure that the important life lessons that she would want to pass onto her would forever be spoken through her art. “Follow your true heart’s bliss,” “Always be a good friend” and “Appreciate the beauties that surround you every day” are just a few of the illustrated mantras that can be seen through this journey of love. Through fun rhyming messages, kids will learn key lessons about life, from the importance of using their imaginations to the value of cherishing the simple joys of every day. Interspersed between the verses and illustrations, you will find questions with memory boxes for you and your child to fill with your own photos, drawings and experiences. A great gift for new moms or moms with several children, A Mommy’s Promise takes the stress out of storing memories and turns it into a fun activity you can do together. Even more remarkable, the artist offers the option of requesting a personalized story featuring illustrations and words created specifically for your son or daughter.

For further information on purchasing a book or having one created for your own child, please contact Connie Cabrina at 732.670.1623 or visit her website at www.ConnieCabrinaArt.com.

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Women Of Monmouth County

Barbara Sica, Director of Reverse Lending, Homebridge Financial Born and raised in Ocean County, Barbara Sica has been a trusted source in the local mortgage and real estate community for 30 years. As HomeBridge’s Director of Reverse Lending, not only has Barbara helped thousands of local residents finance their own homes, she has also assisted countless New Jersey seniors maintain their quality of life by explaining to them how to utilize reverse mortgages for their own benefit. Modern reverse mortgages are not the deceptive loans many thought them to be decades ago. Today, reverse mortgages allow seniors to leverage the equity in their home so they can live the life they’ve become accustomed to, in addition to financing unplanned medical expenses, vacation travel, as well as for other things of interest to themselves and their families. Barbara considers her approach in the mortgage industry “old school” and takes pride in the information sessions she provides potential customers, as well as being there for them every step of the way during these incredibly important financial transactions. HomeBridge itself is one of the faster growing, mortgage specific lenders in the country, licensed in 49 states, as well as Washington, D.C.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 732-569-4830, email bsica@homebridge.com, or visit www.homebridge.com/barbarasica.com.

Liya Ostrow, DMD, TenderSmiles4Kids

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 (9 yrs.) and Kayla (5 yrs.) plus an11 yr. old Pekingese named Archie. Dr. Liya enjoys entertaining at home and traveling.

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Laurie Lombardi, CDN, The Natural Pharmacy

Laurie is a renowned expert on “Beauty From The Inside Out.” Boasting more than 25 years of experience, Laurie’s meteoric career began at the NBC Studios where she served as a make-up artist for the Today Show, Saturday Night Live, Inside the Actors’ Studio, feature films, and reached its zenith during Late Night with David Letterman, where she won two Emmy Awards (in 2001 and 2002) from the Academy of Television and Sciences. Laurie knows “Beauty starts from within.” Her belief that diet, exercise and other lifestyle issues influence one’s appearance led her to earn a degree in Clinical Nutrition and pursue a Masters/Internship at New York Hospital. In addition to nutrition and Para-Medical Skincare, Ms. Lombardi is also skilled in state-of-the-art Micro-Dermaplanning (as she has demonstrated Twice on the television show NY Housewives), and permanent makeup. Microdermaplanning is an excellent procedure for exfoliating dead skin cells, reducing fine lines, and lightening age and sun spots. Laurie recently partnered with Eric Sauer, RPh, NMD,DHPh at The Natural Pharmacy in Ocean Township. Together they formulated a RX Grade Natural Skincare line, and compound it on the premise. Their products are effective and do not contain any chemicals, hormones, GMO’s, or perfumes.

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Barbara Andres, Actress, Two River Theater

Monmouth County resident Barbara Andres stars in I Remember Mama at Two River Theater in Red Bank. Born-in-a-trunk to the musical comedy team, Masters and Rollins, she began touring with them at three weeks of age. Her Broadway career started in the 1969 musical, Jimmy, followed by The Boy Friend (Hortense), Rodgers & Hart (Barbara), Rex (Catherine of Aragon), On Golden Pond (Chelsea), Doonesbury (Joanie Caucus), Kiss of the Spider Woman (Mama Molina), A Delicate Balance (Edna), and Cabaret (Fraulein Schneider). She continued as Fraulein Schneider in the National Tour of Cabaret (L.A. Ovation and Joseph Jefferson Award nominations for Best Featured Actress), giving her final performances in Tokyo. Off-Broadway she has been featured at Roundabout, Lincoln Center, Manhattan Theatre Club, Signature Theatre, Public Theater, Naked Angels, and Transport Group, where she starred as Emily in their innovative production of Our Town, also directed by Jack Cummings III. Across America from The Guthrie Theater to Arena Stage, from American Repertory Theatre to The Coconut Grove, she has appeared in a wide range of roles from Sister Aloysius in Doubt to Martha in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?. Other favorite ladies are: Linda (Death of a Salesman), Lyubov Ranevskaya (The Cherry Orchard), Mama Rose (Gypsy), Desiree (A Little Night Music), Candida (Candida), Goneril (King Lear), and Joanne (Company). Ms. Andres has guest-starred on all three Law & Orders, as well as Gossip Girl, Damages, Rescue Me, Third Watch, All My Children, As the World Turns, and The Sopranos. Her films include What About Bob?, After the Storm, Random Hearts, and Thirteen Conversations About One Thing. The sometime mother of Glenn Close, Jodie Foster, Annette Bening, Kate Burton, John Rubinstein, Laila Robins, Howard McGillan, Grant Shaud, Roma Downey, and Barbara Barrie. Barbara is the real-life grandmother of Maddie, Keala, Aubree, Daniel, Annie Rose, Lily, Griffin, and Gracie. She and her husband Andy will soon celebrate their 57th wedding anniversary.

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Women Of Monmouth County

Mary Beth D’Antoni, Owner, Learning Press LLC Mary Beth D’Antoni is a reading expert who has been active in the field of education for thirty years. She holds a NJ K-12 teaching certificate. She earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Education. She worked as a seventh grade Language Arts Teacher, Reading Teacher, Adjunct Professor of Reading and is author of “Pathways to the Mind, “a reading program for students who have difficulty learning from traditional methods. Her educational experience has involved concentrated work in remedial, developmental and enrichment areas for kindergarten through college level students. Ms. D’Antoni has done extensive independent research related to students with learning disabilities. Her program “Pathways to the Mind “is based on her experience, findings and research on the development of reading skills and has been recognized throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties. She has designed and published four volumes of “Pathways to the Mind:” Volume I focuses on prevention and early intervention of learning difficulties using a wide range of options; Volume II continues to focus on intervention and teaches language patterns; Volume III involves intensive instruction in the area of reading and writing; Volume IV focuses on pattern processing. In Volume IV the student is taught phoneme segmentation of words, their order and their connection to letters. Ms. D’Antoni’s teaching materials have proven to be highly successful in the development of essential learning skills. Learning Press LLC provides comprehensive reading instruction to students in grades K-6 who are struggling with reading.

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Tania McShaffrey, Office Manager, High Performance Foot + Ankle Tania McShaffrey is the Office Manager at High Performance Foot + Ankle. She received her business administration degree from the University of Delaware and minored in marketing. She found she loved a small office environment, and once she began working in the medical field, it became her perfect match. For the last 20 years, 10 of those being in podiatry, she has gained experience in every facet of the offices she has worked in. The most enjoyable portion for Tania is caring for the patients. She focuses on learning about the many options of care and helping the patients navigate how those choices will work with their time schedules and insurance. Outside of the office, Tania is the Mother of two amazing children. She loves spending time with them, being active, hiking, reading, and enjoying new experiences and adventures with family and friends. A couple of her favorite adventures were training and completing a triathlon with her son, a mud run with her daughter, and an 8 day trip to Alaska with friends, complete with glacier hiking and kayaking with sea lions. Tania loves talking with patients and hearing about their life experiences as well!

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n a recent visit to Cape May I was sharing some history of the town with a new friend from the Midwest who had never been to New Jersey. As we were talking, my new friend shared with me a book she was reading about a female stagecoach driver. Intrigued, I decided to look into this female heroine who is known under the name of Charley Parkhurst. There is not a great deal of information about Charlene Parkhurst, who was born in 1812 in New Hampshire. However, it was reported that she was raised in an orphanage that was not very kind to her. When Charlene decided to leave the orphanage for a better life, she decided she would need a disguise in order to hide from anyone looking for her. Charlene became Charley and after cutting off her hair and taking some boys’ clothing, she fled from the orphanage. Charley had taken an interest in horses during her time at the orphanage and after her departure, she applied for a job at a ranch. Charley was trained by the stable owner on how to drive stagecoaches and was able to drive coaches and carriages that ranged from two horses up to six horses. Over time Charley remained under the disguise of being a man. Charley became known as a professional stagecoach driver and had the reputation of being the fastest driver in the business. It also only took one time for Charley to be “caught off guard” and held up before she taught herself how to use a .44 pistol. Charley originally began her stagecoach driver career in Massachusetts, then relocated with her employer to California. The market for stagecoach drivers was competitive for men, let alone a female attempting to hide under the radar. Charley lived the life of a man and was known to engage in physical altercations, chew tobacco and drink beer. Another challenge to Charley’s career was popularity. Charley was often approached by other females who were attracted to her masculine appearance. Charley had to audition for her position in line as a stagecoach driver in California. Charley’s employer was Wells Fargo, which at the time manufactured the Concord Stagecoach, which was what Charley drove. It is interesting to note that Wells Fargo employed one female, whose name was Marie Putnam, who was the only person who would do the stitching on all of the leather in the stagecoaches. Marie worked for Wells Fargo for over 30 years as the ONLY female employee.

Who knew two females would become well known for their contributions to the stagecoach arena and yet go completely unrecognized. Charley had her share of health complications that included getting kicked in the face when “shoeing” a horse, which resulted in Charley losing vision in her one eye. Charley had to wear a patch over her left eye. Although most of us now use motor vehicles as our mode of transportation, try to imagine attempting to negotiate six horses and a stagecoach full of passengers with one eye! Charley also was diagnosed with rheumatism in her hands, which led to the retirement of her stagecoach driver career in the late 1860s. Charley did not let rheumatism stop her from working. Charley went on to work at a cattle ranch and also raised chickens. Charley registered to vote under the name of Charley Parkhurst, and although it is not “confirmed,” there is information that reports she was the first female to vote in the state of California during the election of 1868. If you all recall, women were not granted the right to vote until 1920! During Charley’s tenure as a stagecoach driver, she had to negotiate severe weather, travel across rivers, endure thieves, and manage life as a woman in a man’s world. Keep in mind this was the 1800s; there was no Weather Channel or stable bridges to safely cross. In the end, Charley died from tongue cancer. The community was shocked and in disbelief when it was revealed that Charley was a full-figured, well-endowed woman. Charley’s longtime friend, who was a man, could not fathom that his confidante was a female. Charley’s obituary even noted that although Charley was believed to be male, she was biologically female. Charley lived a full but challenging life. During the 1800s women were not considered to be “similarly situated,” and yet Charley proved that being female was not at all a factor in determining one’s ability to be a successful stagecoach driver. She had the strength, intelligence and determination to succeed and she was well respected in her profession, albeit dressed as a man. References:

http://genealogytrails.com. Retrieved on July 3, 2016.Charley Parkhurst Obituary. The New York Times. January 9, 1880. www.metroactive.com/papers/cruz/03.05.03/charley-0310.html

Rita King, MSW, LCSW is a full-time mental health therapist and advocate of women’s history. During her undergraduate studies in psychology, Rita developed a strong passion for women’s history after completing classes in political science. As an activist, Rita has raised awareness of the importance of women’s history through lectures, history lessons in elementary and middle schools and creating women’s history displays at local libraries. Rita also utilizes her knowledge of women’s history to empower women and young girls in her current role as a mental health therapist.

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