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Vol. 13 No. 8, August 2012 • Complimentary

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an you believe the month of August is here already? In any case, I hope that this month brings with it some much needed relief from the extreme heat and drought of July. It has certainly been a difficult summer for yards, gardens and crops, not to mention, people and animals as well.

As August comes and goes, use this time to enjoy what is left of the summer and get out there and enjoy some fishing, golfing, biking, swimming, picnics, camping and all those other summer activities you like to do. One of my favorite things to do during the summer months is eating outside, whether it is at home, one of the numerous area festivals and fairs or enjoying the patios and decks at many area restaurants.

This month, our cover story features Jan Kelly. She is the owner and chef of Meritage restaurant, a small, but stylish restaurant on Vliet Street. Kelly’s story takes her from growing up in California with dreams of being a veterinarian to owning a successful restaurant in Milwaukee. Kelly was also a 2012 semifinalist for the James Beard Foundation Award. For the culinary set, that’s the equivalent of being nominated for an Academy Award. We hope you enjoy her story.

August is the perfect time to use the outdoors and the local farmers’ markets as a way to jumpstart a change to a healthier lifestyle. One way for those of us who may be overweight to become healthier is to lose weight. In this issue, we take a look at weight loss and the various diets, programs and procedures that can help you do just that. If losing weight is your goal, we hope that we will give you a better insight in finding a program that will work best for you.

As summer comes to an end, it is once again time to get ready to go back to school, either for your children or maybe even yourself. When it comes to continuing education, in this issue, we take a look at women’s options for returning to school to better their lives and improve their career choices. We also take a serious look at the importance of careers in the fields of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) for women, as well as the issue of why women struggle in these careers and what is being done locally to improve the STEM working environment for women with UWM’s WiSE program.

Finally, check out our special orthopedics section this month.

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BY JUDITH BERGER

eritage owner and chef Jan Kelly is not squandering her legacy. Raised in the kitchens of her parents’ California restaurants, she remembers her dad being a fearless cook. “I consider myself lucky to have grown up in an adventurous culinary setting,” she said. “My parents are self-taught chefs in classic French cuisine. They were always willing to try new things.” That spirit inspires Kelly every night, which is why there are people waiting to dine when the doors open to her small, but stylish restaurant on Vliet Street. It is also the reason Kelly was a 2012 semifinalist for the James Beard Foundation Award.

For the culinary set, that’s the equivalent of being nominated for an Academy Award.

Growing up in California, Kelly loved foods with Asian, Mexican or Indian influences. “When I was growing up, I didn’t think being exposed to different food was anything out of the ordinary.” But time has given her perspective on how special her childhood was. Her menu reflects her affections for various cuisines, and her talent pays homage to them as she masterfully creates new dishes with their flavors. “I like Moroccan and North African flavors, too. I like to interpret flavors and present them in new ways.”

Becoming a chef and restaurant owner was not Kelly’s dream. “I love animals and wanted to be a vet. But I wasn’t a good student.” Instead of college, she started working at Taco Bell, and proved to be an excellent student after all. “I’ve learned from every chef I’ve worked with and kitchen I’ve worked in. At Taco Bell, I learned to be fast.”

Multitasking is essential in this business, Kelly said. “If you’re preparing an order for a table of eight, all the dinners need to come out at the same time. It’s a skill you learn.”

Kelly, like her parents, is self-taught. She continued to work many sides of the industry from taking reservations to preparing the evening’s specials. One of Kelly’s first restaurant jobs was in the kitchen of a French chef. “French chefs have reputations of not being very nice,” she said. One day the chef was showing Kelly how to do something when a server interrupted the lesson. The chef, clearly annoyed, snapped at the server, “Don’t bother her, she’s learning to be a chef.” It was a moment both prophetic and unforgettable for Kelly.

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Today, fans of her restaurant can thank her husband’s speed skating career and her undeniable attraction to the city. They met in San Jose, California. He was a speed skater who spent part of the year in Milwaukee training at the Pettit National Ice Center. “During the summers, he would come back to Milwaukee for reunions with his skating friends and I’d come along,” she said. “I fell in love with the city -- the people were so nice, there was so much to do. It was just fun being here.”

Kelly suggested that the couple move to Milwaukee. She was met with some resistance. “Gary told me I had no idea what kind of winters Milwaukee had. He said, ‘you’ve only been there in the summertime.’”

She could not be dissuaded. They moved here 17 years ago. Since then Kelly has worked in restaurants in the area like The Grenadiers and Barossa, but she decided if she was going to work that hard that she wanted a place of her own. Kelly and her husband found the property and opened the restaurant in 2007 naming it Meritage. “I love the neighborhood. We are a community-based restaurant and have lots of regulars from Washington Heights, Washington Highlands and the east side. We have guests from the Chicago area, too.”

Owning a restaurant is a young person’s venture, she admitted.

“Usually when people decide to open a restaurant, they’re in their 30s.

I’m 55 years old. But this is the right time for me,” she said.

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The restaurant has enjoyed rave reviews, as her guests enjoy creative blends of spices, tastes and textures in her sumptuous entrees, flavorful soups and salads and sinful desserts. Open six days a week, Meritage demands time and attention. Kelly typically works a 12-to-14-hour day, but on this day she was out in her garden. “It can wear on you. When you’re a single owner, you’re responsible for everything.” So one day a week she relinquishes her chef duties. “I have a great staff. My sous chef, Clayton Cass, is really good, and I have someone in the kitchen who is a culinary graduate.”

Meritage seats 52 in the dining room, another 15 at the bar, and, during the warm weather, the patio seats 40. “This is a comfortable fit for me. I enjoy it and have a good vision of where I want Meritage to go.” Kelly uses local food purveyors when possible. On a warm summer’s night, Meritage’s seasonal salad is a sweet blend of watermelon and strawberries on lightly dressed mixed greens from Will Allen’s Growing Power in Milwaukee. “We use seasonal ingredients in our dishes; and our trout, chicken and eggs come from local sources, too,” she said.

It is this attention to detail that brought Kelly to the attention of the James Beard voters, although she almost missed the honors. “Marie on my staff told me to book a flight to Las Vegas,” she said referring to site of the award ceremony. “I hadn’t heard anything about the award. Never in my wildest dreams did I think this would happen.” Kelly was one of 20 semifinalists in the region. (There are 10 regions nationwide.)

Five nominees per region are awarded final honors at the Las Vegas ceremony.

Although Kelly did not make the final cut, she feels very honored. “If it happens in the future that would be great, but if nothing ever happens again with this award that would be okay with me because I’m listed as one of the top 20 chefs in the Midwest region.”

Meritage has seen an increase of business because of the James Beard recognition. Diners have come from near and far to see if her talent deserves the honor. Diners come, enjoy and return to dine again. “I’m very lucky,” she said. “I have a very supportive husband and an amazing staff that gives me their all every night. This is a labor of love. It’s pure joy.” A joy that’s in every dish she prepares.

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Know the facts about melanoma, the fastest growing cancer in the world

by: Sue Ann Thompson

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n my younger days, I used to spend hours basking in the sun. We obviously didn’t know then what we know now. I wish I had, though, because my brother died from melanoma. I learned quickly that a deep tan isn’t glamorous. It isn’t healthy. Any sun exposure that changes the color of our skin can damage the DNA of our skin cells. Sun overexposure can kill.

Here are the hard facts: Melanoma is one of the fastest growing cancers in the world, striking men and women of all ages, all races and all skin types. With a one in 50 lifetime risk of developing melanoma, nearly 76,000 Americans are expected to be diagnosed with the disease in 2012, resulting in over 9,000 deaths. Melanoma is the most common form of cancer for young adults 25- to 29-years-old and the second most common cancer in adolescents and young adults 15- to 29-years-old.

Every hour of every day someone dies from melanoma.

There is such an urgent need to improve the diagnosis and treatment of melanoma that even our government is getting involved. There was a briefing last month by members of Congress, melanoma researchers and several people personally affected by melanoma. Each has supported a variety of efforts to reduce the public health burden of melanoma, including support of more research funding and regulating the use of tanning beds, a known carcinogen (cancer-causing agent).

I turned to the Melanoma Research Foundation (melanoma.org) for these facts: l Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the U.S. l Melanoma is one of the fastest growing cancers in the world. l Melanoma can develop anywhere on the body, including eyes, scalp, hands, feet, beneath fingernails or toenails, and even in mucous membranes.

l Melanoma is most common in men over the age of 50—even more than colon, prostate and lung cancer. l The incidence of people under 30 developing melanoma is increasing faster than any other demographic group, soaring by 50 percent in women since 1980. l The lifetime risk of getting melanoma is about one in 50 for whites, one in 1,000 for blacks, and one in 200 for Hispanics. l The majority of melanoma is caused by exposure to UV light and sunlight. l It takes only one blistering sunburn, especially at a young age, to more than double a person’s chance of developing melanoma later in life. l Exposure to tanning beds before age 30 increases a person’s risk of developing melanoma by 75 percent. Younger people who regularly use tanning beds are eight times more likely to develop melanoma than people who have never used them.

Even occasional use of tanning beds triples a person’s chances of developing the disease. l The World Health Organization’s International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) reclassified tanning devices into the highest cancer risk category (carcinogenic to humans). l Unlike all other cancers, melanoma is visible on the skin, making it easier to detect in the early stages. l Most melanoma is curable in the early stages with an over 90 percent survival rate. l The most dangerous aspect of melanoma is its ability, in later stages, to spread to other parts of the body - most often the brain, lungs and liver.

The best way to prevent skin cancer is to protect yourself from the sun: l Seek shade. l Cover up with clothing, a widebrimmed hat and sunglasses.

l Avoid excessive sun exposure, especially between the hours of 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. l Use extra caution near water, snow and sand, as they reflect the damaging rays of the sun, which can increase your chance of sunburn. l Apply sunscreen with a sun-protective factor (SPF) of 30 or higher with both UVA and UVB protection. Reapply every two hours, even if it’s cloudy, and after swimming or sweating. l Examine your skin often and take note of any changes or new moles.

Like most Wisconsinites, I love summer in all its shortness! So I’m going to get out there and enjoy. I hope you will, too. Just be smart about it. Make sun safety a habit, like wearing a bike helmet or your seatbelt, and encourage family and friends to do the same.

Because it all begins with a healthy woman.

Sue Ann Thompson is founder and president of the Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation (WWHF), a statewide non-profit organization whose mission is to help Wisconsin women and their families reach their healthiest potential. WWHF provides programs and conducts forums that focus on education, prevention, and early detection; connects individuals to health resources; produces and distributes the most up-to-date health education and resource materials; and, awards grants and scholarships to women health researchers and related community nonprofits. To learn more, visit wwhf.org or call 1-800-448-5148.

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How do you know which diet program is right for you?

As women, our bodies and our self-image are often important to us; therefore, because of this, weight loss is an issue that most of us have struggled with at one time or another (I know I have).

There is also certainly no shortage of advice on this topic. All you have to do is check the magazine stand at the grocery store checkout line and you’re bound to discover the latest weight loss plan.

The truth is, there are literally hundreds, maybe even thousands of varying and conflicting weight loss options out there. It can all be a bit overwhelming. With so many options, how are you supposed to know which one is right for you? How do you know which one works?

BY CYNDI STRAYER

Fad Diets and Quick Fixes

Beware of the fad diets and outright scams that promise quick and easy weight loss. Why? The biggest concern with the fast weight loss that these fad diets promise is that they usually take extraordinary efforts in diet and exercise that could be unhealthy. And while you may have great initial results, these types of diets often just provide temporary weight loss.

An example of a recent fad diet is the “feeding tube” or K-E diet that is being used by brides to lose weight before their wedding. It may work in the short term, but it is not a sustainable way to lose weight according to doctors.

Another issue with losing weight quickly is that it may not be fat that you’re losing. It may actually be water weight or even lean tissue.

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With that said, not all fast weight loss is negative. It can be safe and effective if it is done with medical supervision. For example, if a doctor has a patient whose obesity is causing serious health problems, he or she might prescribe a very low carbohydrate diet for rapid weight loss.

There are also diets that include a beginning phase to help jump start a weight loss of up to ten pounds in the first two weeks. An example of this type of diet would be the Mayo Clinic Diet.

The reason this type of diet is okay is because it combines many healthy and safe strategies at once without any gimmicks or extreme dieting. Then, after the first two weeks, there is a transition to the doctor recommended weight loss of one-to-two pounds a week, which is realistic and sustainable.

Choosing a Weight Loss Program

The first step when considering any weight loss program is to talk to your doctor. He or she will be able to review your medical history, as well as your past dieting experiences, take into consideration any medications you may be taking and help you set weight loss goals. Your doctor should also be able to discuss how to exercise safely, direct you to a weight loss support group or refer you to a dietician.

Because successful weight loss requires a strong, long-term commitment, it is an absolute necessity to find a program you can live with and stick with. Look for a plan that is: · Flexible. People are more apt to stick with a weight loss plan when it WEIGHT LOSS cont on page 10

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does not forbid certain foods or food groups. The plan should also include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy, lean protein, nuts and seeds as well as the occasional sweet indulgence. The foods you should eat for the diet should also be easily found at your local grocery store. · Balanced. Your weight loss plan should have the proper amount of nutrients and calories for your individual situation. · Enjoyable. Your weight loss program should include foods you like and would enjoy eating for the rest of your life. If you don’t like the food the diet requires, you’re not going to stick with it and you won’t lose the weight in the long-term. · Active. Every weight loss program should include physical activity. Whenever exercise is included with calorie restriction, you give your weight loss a boost. Exercise also has many other health benefits as well, such as improving mood; reducing stress; strengthening your muscles, bones and cardiovascular system; improving your brain health and reducing your blood pressure. Most of all, exercise helps to maintain your weight loss.

So basically when it comes to dieting and weight loss, most experts and doctors agree that success comes when a person is ready to make a commitment and willing to make permanent changes to his or her eating habits and physical activity. In other words, you need to find a weight loss approach that you can embrace for life. It also comes down to the fact that the best way to lose weight and keep it off is to combine healthy eating and increase activity. That is why Weight Watchers, the Mayo Clinic Diet and others like them have been so successful, because they combine healthy eating and exercise.

What if you have tried dieting and exercise only to fail over and over again, ending up only sad and frustrated? Well, there are other options you may want to consider with the help and guidance of a doctor, such as appetite suppressants, bariatric surgery and laser assisted fat loss.

Appetite Suppressants

When a healthy diet and moderate exercise have not been successful, some doctors will prescribe appetite suppressants to assist patients in managing his or her weight loss. The sole purpose of these types of medications is to suppress the appetite and/or to help the person taking them feel full. This is done by increasing serotonin or catecholamines, two neurotransmitters, in the brain that affect mood and appetite.

Most appetite suppressants can only be used for a short time and are used mainly to jumpstart a person’s weight loss efforts; however, it is recommended that appetite suppressants only be used with the supervision of a doctor as they have been known to affect blood pressure and heart rate in some people.

Bariatric Surgery

Weight loss surgeries, such as gastric bypass, are basically an option for those people who have serious health problems because of their weight and have had no success with regular diet and exercise programs. These types of surgeries are major procedures that change the digestive system to help a person lose weight by limiting how much the person can eat or by reducing the absorption of nutrients, or both.

It should be noted that this type of surgery is not for everyone who is severely overweight. You will still have to meet the medical guidelines in order to qualify for weight loss surgery. And you still have to make permanent changes to your lifestyle in order to have long-term success, which includes monitoring your nutrition, exercise, behavior and medical conditions.

Laser Assisted Fat Loss

One of the newest fat loss treatment options is laser assisted fat loss. Best of all, these types of treatments are non-invasive and do not involve any tedious surgery or drugs.

These treatments are also showing great results. Some patients have seen a loss of seven or more inches of fat in their targeted areas in just over a month’s time.

Basically, this type of cool laser technology, know as LipoLaser, i-lipo and various other names, is used on the skin, which causes the fat cells to open up and release their fat contents causing the fat cells to shrink.

And patients are seeing results almost immediately.

If you are interested in this type of procedure, have a consultation with a certified doctor at such places as Healthworks Wellness Center and Lumiere Vein and Laser Center.

In Conclusion

Whether you are trying to lose weight or sculpt your body, there are many different procedures and programs available to assist you to meet your goal. However, the key is finding the one you are comfortable with, willing to commit to and are able to afford. Only then will you achieve success.

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Two Tales of 86

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Every day, women struggle with their weight and how to lose it. In our office, we have two women who have both successfully lost a significant amount of weight in two very different ways. Here are their tales of weight loss: “I have been on a lot of diets, but I can honestly say this was a complete lifestyle change, not a diet and I get it now,” said Saran. “This program and my team members helped me get back to the basics, and they really are the basics. I’m just eating healthier. I’m still eating the foods I like, just in a different way.”

These days Saran is a happier, healthier individual. By March of 2009, she had lost a total of 86 pounds, going from 218 pounds to a lean 132 pounds. And today, as Saran puts it, she has successfully kept most of the weight off.

“Healthy Lifestyle for me is a day-to-day reminder to stay focused on making the right decisions. It’s a balance between eating right, burning calories and a good night’s sleep.”

POUNDS Saran knew she was overweight, but she was happy and fairly healthy. Then one day at a doctor’s appointment in 2003, she was told she had high blood pressure and was put on medication. About eight to ten months later, the cholesterol medication was added.

The final push came in 2007 at another appointment when she was told she was borderline diabetic.

This was the motivation Saran needed. “I hate needles, so the idea of having to give myself shots or testing my blood sugar was terrifying to me,” she said.

To lose weight, Saran started walking that August in 2007. At first, she would walk 15 minutes twice a day. As she did, she began to realize she was feeling better. She started to walk more and more, each time trying to add more distance or walk for a longer period of time. “It became addicting,” Saran added, “and a good stress reliever.”

The weight slowly began to come off just by walking, but Saran realized she needed to eat better, too. “I liked food,” she said. “If you could deep fry it, I would. I also liked desserts.”

On October 3, 2007, Saran joined The Biggest Loser Club online. She had seen The Biggest Loser television show and was motivated by the people on the show. So when she heard about the website she decided to try it. She started by joining a team in a boot camp, which was an eight week program consisting of mini goals.

When the eight weeks were up, it would start all over again.

For Saran, this program gave her the direction and support she needed. “They tell you how many calories you should eat and what exercises to do. And they encourage you to eat four to six mini meals a day.

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MAUREEN SLATTERY Maureen, like most women, struggled to lose weight after giving birth to her children. She said that after the births of her daughters, Erin and Jill, she was able to maintain her weight within 15 pounds or so. Then, at age 32, she gave birth to her son, John. “For some reason after John was born,” Maureen said, “I never lost the 25 pounds I gained during the pregnancy.”

Maureen confessed, “I have never been an active person...so I tried every diet known to man including the grapefruit diet, soup diet, low carb diet, low fat diet and the eat only and anything you want before noon diet.” She had even tried Weight Watchers five times, Jenny Craig two times as well as countless others. “I just never seemed to have the willpower to stay on the diet,” she said.

It was after the spring birth of my first grandchild, she said she just knew she had to lose weight, and she felt that if she didn’t lose the weight that she probably might not be around for her granddaughter’s high school graduation.

It was about the same time that Maureen had lunch with a friend who had lost 40 pounds. Maureen said, “She told me about a weight loss program that would prescribe an appetite suppressant to help with the cravings. And because my friend is also a former executive in the health care field, I decided to check out the clinic she recommended and really try to lose weight this time.” Maureen also added

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that this program can be completed either at a weight loss clinic or with your regular doctor.

Once Maureen decided to try this weight loss program, she had a complete physical with blood work done before starting the program.

The doctor at the weight loss clinic then reviewed her information with her, and she began the program.

“Each week I would go to the clinic and get a shot of B12 and other minerals and get my blood pressure taken and weight checked,” Maureen said. “The staff was so friendly and seemed to really care.

Many times I brought my baby granddaughter and they would even hold her when I was getting my shot. The fee was about $50 per week, but I found by spring I needed to go only every two weeks and by summer once a month.”

With the help of the appetite suppressant, Maureen was able to stay on the suggested low carb diet and lost 40 pounds in six and a half months.

“I have slowly started eating regular food again,” says Maureen, “but have left out sweets and bread. I have found I am able to maintain my weight loss this way. I do splurge sometimes but then get right back on to eating low carb plus lots of fresh fruits and vegetables.”

Maureen says one great discovery for her has been plain Greek yogurt. “I usually have it each morning and it has 23 grams of protein and only six carbs,” she says. “This keeps you very full and satisfied until early afternoon. Yes, I do crave sweets occasionally, but now that I am wearing a size 12 instead of a 16 going on 18 size clothes, it makes it easier to just say no to the cravings.”

Once again, Maureen feels good about herself and has much more energy. Although she would like to lose 20 more pounds starting this fall, she knows she has made a good start. “If I can do it, anybody can,” Maureen says. “Once you really see the weight coming off, it makes it easier to stay on the plan.”

New Orthopedic Technologies Means Shorter Hospital Stays

BY MAUREEN SLATTERY

Many times as we age, the years of physical abuse we place on our bones and muscles come to a head in the form of pain. It is this pain that sends us to an appointment with an orthopedic doctor in hopes of a quick fix or at least a non-invasive treatment.

However, after the first visit, the orthopedic doctor usually sends us home with stretches to try or he or she has given us a shot of cortisone for the pain.

Orthopedic doctors are specialists in the area of bones and muscles, and they know that the pain is often associated with these types of injuries can be relieved or corrected with therapy or other various treatments. But if the pain persists and gets worse, chances are the muscle or bone needs repair through surgery.

And according to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, the most common orthopedic surgeries are done to repair hips, shoulders and knees. These procedures have generally resulted in significant restoration of function and in a reduction of pain.

In the past twenty years, the new technology and procedures developed for orthopedic surgery are amazing. Years ago, a patient having orthopedic surgery for a knee, hip or shoulder may have spent over a week in the hospital, plus healing and therapy for up to a year before that patient felt well again.

Today, a usual stay for a complete, full knee replacement is only two to three days, with the patient up and testing the new knee on the same day as his or her surgery. After the hospital stay, the patient will either go to a rehabilitation health care center or continue rehabilitation at home with scheduled visits from nurses and physical therapists. Within six weeks the patient may be back to regular activities.

While the surgeon is an important factor when considering orthopedic surgery, what might be equally as important is the brand and type of orthopedic product used to replace the knee, hip or shoulder needing repair.

As a patient, you should ask the surgeon what orthopedic replacement product he or she uses and why? Why have you chosen this product for me?

Companies such as Stryker and Conformis, just to a name a few, use state of the art technology to manufacture these replacement systems and they also specifically train the doctors to facilitate the best outcomes for the orthopedic patient with their products. Some of the new orthopedic devises are even gender specific. Others are customized like the Stryker Triathlon Custom Fit Knee, which utilizes proprietary 3D imaging software to develop a

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customized pre-operative surgical plan for each patient. Upon the surgeon’s review and approval, this plan is used to develop cutting guides for the individual patient.

This new 3D imaging software may be compared to having a crown made for your tooth. The dentist first takes x-rays and creates a mold of your teeth. He or she then uses those images and the mold to meticulously make a custom fit tooth cover to feel and look as natural (or maybe even better) than your original tooth.

The same is true today in the world of orthopedic surgery, where it is possible with 3D imagery to make a customized virtual model of your knee. This product made by Conformis, is being used locally in Kenosha by Dr. Jonathan Main, MD, and Dr. Michael Slimack, DO, orthopedic surgeons at Comprehensive Orthopaedics, S.C. Dr. Main stated that the use of this 3D Conformis product has resulted in shorter hospital stays because the incision is smaller due to the customized product and it is installed with very few pieces of equipment as compared to a traditional complete knee surgery.

Dr. Slimack added that it is a great minimally invasive choice.

This is especially true for younger candidates in their forties and fifties because it saves the middle ligament which may allow the knee from developing excess scar tissue, resulting in better motion and recovery time.

Love Tennis? Hate Tennis Elbow? Ball's in Your Court What can you do to prevent tennis elbow? Plenty. Knowledge is power, and if you take the next few minutes to learn why this repetitive stress injury happens and how to avoid it, you'll develop into a stronger, safer, more effective player. Class is now in session: 14 | WISCONSIN WOMAN AUGUST 2012

DON'T OVERDO IT. Technically, tennis elbow is an inflammation of the tendon (tendonitis) where it attaches to the muscles in the forearm that extend your fingers and wrist. The repetitive stress of hitting too many tennis balls, too hard, with weak arm muscles, poor form or ill-fitting equipment

causes degenerative changes (little tears) in the tendon. That in turn produces local swelling and pain and — ouch! — next thing you know you're reaching for the Aleve. The good news is, like all overuse injuries, you can prevent tennis elbow if you understand the basics of self-care.

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TRAIN FOR NET GAIN. The smartest way to prevent tennis elbow is to train and get fit before you play. Tennis alone will not make you strong, flexible or give you endurance.

There's too much starting and stopping and too little steady exertion, especially when every third shot flies over the fence.

Get smart. Condition yourself off court with a variety of aerobic activities — biking, running, whatever mix you like — at least three to five times a week, at least 30 minutes per session.

Strength training — targeted exercises, using free weights or machines — is crucial.

And don't forget to balance your strength training with mindful stretching. Always warm up before you play, because fluid, flexible muscles can withstand the repetitive stress of high-speed tennis much better than muscles that are tight and tense.

TAKE SOME LESSONS. Write this on the blackboard 100 times: Poor playing technique is a major cause of tennis elbow.

Punching at the ball, a lame serve, a weak backhand and lack of follow-through all increase the stress on your muscles and tendons. The better your form, the lower your risk, the higher your score.

CHECK YOUR RACQUET. Get a pro to make sure your racquet fits you properly — not too big, not too heavy. Focus on your grip size. Too small a grip leads to muscle fatigue. So can holding the racquet too tightly. Too large a grip makes for a weaker stroke. Avoid high string tension and low racket flexibility, which transmits too much force directly to your forearm muscles.

STRETCH AND STRENGTHEN. Strong, flexible forearms are a huge help in preventing tennis elbow. Clicking the keyboard just won't do it. Start with these and learn more: — SQUEEZE: Grip down on a tennis ball with your arm extended out in front of you, wrist straight, thumb on top.

Squeeze as hard as you can, contracting your fingers and forearm muscles, and hold five-10 seconds. Breathe. Release and repeat 10 or more times. Do it every day, no excuses, watching TV or waiting for the bus.

— CURL. Hold on to a two-five pound weight. If that's too heavy to start, switch to a can of peas and add weight gradually. Now relax your forearm on a table with your hand (holding the weight) hanging over the edge, palm down. Slowly flex your wrist 10 to 20 times. Then turn your hand over so the palm faces up, and flex some more. Switch arms, and repeat.

— STRETCH. To increase flexibility in your forearm extensors, extend your arm in front of you, palms down. Use your other hand to push the extended hand up into a vertical position, fingers pointing to the sky. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds; repeat 10 times. Then push the hand down so that the fingers point toward the floor. Hold for 10-20 seconds; repeat 10 times.

Switch arms, and begin again.

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Conformis Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis, affecting tens of millions of people worldwide. While it is very common in adults over the age of 50, it can also affect younger adults as well. OA is a degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown and eventual loss of joint cartilage, which causes the bones to rub together resulting in extreme pain. Adults with OA of the knee have reported pain, stiffness or swelling in the knee joint, and some have also reported limitations on their ability to engage in basic activities such as walking, kneeling and climbing stairs.

One possible treatment option is partial or total knee replacement surgery, which when successful can significantly reduce pain and restore function. In traditional knee replacement procedures, the surgeon matches the patient’s original knee size using standard sizes. The surgeon then selects a size that most closely resembles the size of the patient and makes the necessary adjustments during the procedure.

This technique requires significant bone removal, which can limit a patient’s future treatment options.

Burlington, MA-based ConforMIS has pioneered a new type of knee replacement system where the process starts well before surgery with the matching and measuring taking place ahead of time. Starting with a CT scan, ConforMIS’ proprietary technology called iFit™ (the "i" stands for individualized) maps the surface contours of the joint in the areas affected by osteoarthritis and builds a 3D model of the patient’s own knee. This model is then used to create an individualized implant designed to precisely match an individual patient’s knee anatomy. Since the ConforMIS knee implant is designed to mimic the natural shape of the femur (thigh bone), it avoids the sizing and positioning compromises common with traditional off-the-shelf knee replacements.

The ConforMIS system also includes cutting and placement guides, the iJig instrumentation, which is customized using the same data used to create the implants. The iJig instrumentation helps the surgeon determine the exact placement of the implant, and because the guides are built using the same CT scan data, each iJig is designed to work with the individual patient’s specific implant and anatomy. Proper placement and alignment can help reduce implant wear and reduce pain associated with overhang and underhang.

While many industry players claim to offer personalized knee replacements, they offer customized cutting guides only; the actual implants they offer are available in a limited range of shapes and sizes and are not designed to fit each individual patient.

As the average knee replacement patient gets younger and younger, their more active lifestyle will put additional demands on the implant. Individualized implants offer unique advantages versus traditional options, including superior fit matched to individual size and shape allowing for a more natural, anatomic feel and alignment. Fewer bone cuts and significant bone preservation mean a less traumatic procedure and potentially faster recovery.

ConforMIS knee implants and instrumentation are designed to address all stages of osteoarthritis, the most common reason for knee replacement surgery. To learn more about individualized knee replacement implants from ConforMIS or to find a surgeon in Wisconsin that offers this procedure, call 855-4MY-KNEE or visit www.MyPersonalKnee.com.

The iTotal CR Knee Replacement System (KRS) is intended for use as a total knee replacement in patients with knee joint pain and disability whose conditions cannot be solely addressed by the use of a prosthetic device that treats only one or two of the three compartments. Only a licensed physician can help you determine the appropriate medical treatment. There are potential risks to knee replacement surgery, and individual results may vary.

Before making any decisions concerning medical treatment, consult your physician regarding your options and the risks of those options. The longevity, performance and feel of any knee implant will depend on various factors, including your physical condition, your activity level, adherence to your physician's instructions, and other factors. iTotal personalized total knee implant is designed to preserve the patient’s natural shape.

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FINANCIAL OPTIONS A common reason women return to school is to switch careers or improve their current job situation with the goal to make more money, Merten says.

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More women today are choosing to return to school as non-traditional students, says Andrea Hansen, director of the SelfSufficiency Program at University of the Wisconsin-La Crosse. “As real wages continue to decline and job insecurity increases, a college education can help women access positions with incomes sufficient to support their families,” Hansen says. “Two wages are increasingly required for families to meet needs, so one can imagine how important it is for single parents to obtain a degree.”

Demographically, the population of 18- to 24-year-olds, considered traditional students is shrinking. People are living longer, healthier lives, a trend that extends earning years, and often brings multiple career changes, Hansen says.

Although obtaining a college degree is expensive, many financial resources are available to help – including financial aid from the federal government; grants, loans and work study; scholarships; tuition reimbursement or assistance; tuition installment plans; military and education tax benefits; and private lenders.

Look into whether your employer will support your back-toschool decision. “Good employers work to retain good workers,” Hansen says. “Paying tuition and providing some flexibility to pursue education are great ways to do this.”

While tuition and fees vary among UW System campuses, as institutions compete for students, the adult learner may discover more financial options are available, Hansen says. Women’s organizations, such as the American Association of University Women (AAUW), often offer scholarships to support women’s career aspirations.

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Once deciding that school is a realistic pathway to goals, women can look into the 26 University of Wisconsin (UW) System campuses or any of the many private colleges across the state that offer many academic options to fit into their busy lives.

To make it easier for women who may not have studied in a classroom setting for many years, a variety of tools and assessments are offered to help women consider which of the following options would work best for them.

TWO-YEAR DEGREES: Completing a two-year degree is a major step toward a bachelor’s degree. For example, women can begin at one of the 13 UW Colleges freshman-sophomore campuses or over the Internet through UW Colleges Online. “Because degree completion is a system-wide goal for UW, look for even more options that make obtaining a degree more convenient and less expensive,” Hansen says.

FOUR-YEAR DEGREES: The UW System offers 13 four-year campuses that provide an array of bachelor’s degree programs.

Women can select a program by field of study, location or delivery method. This is also true of private colleges.

GRADUATE DEGREES: Women may choose to challenge themselves with high-level research and learning. “Don’t be afraid to set goals beyond a four-year degree or to talk with your professors about an advanced degree,” Hansen says.

CERTIFICATES: For women who want to update their professional skills, earning a certificate can show their competence in a specific knowledge area. Completing a certificate requires fewer courses than a full degree program.

INDIVIDUAL COURSES: Women can take individual courses for their personal interest, to show themselves that they can succeed in college or to ease the transition into college. Most universities and colleges offer courses to non-degree students.

DISTANCE AND ONLINE LEARNING: Women can fit school around the rest of their life – family, work and other responsibilities. Distance learning provides the opportunity to study at night, on weekends, early morning or your lunch break. For example, the UW-System offers programs in a dozen major areas, including business, communications and letters, education, health, social science and library and information studies.

Before making the decision to return to school, you may want to use readiness assessment tools to help you determine if online learning is right for you, such as the following: www.uw.readi.info.

CAREER OPTIONS Whether women are looking to change careers, advance in a current job or update skills or knowledge, more than 250 undergraduate majors are available for women to check out.

“Career planning resources and advisors are available to help with the search, on campus and in your community,” Hansen says.

“Your local job center and workforce development agency offer free services and resources for career explorers.”

Healthcare is a growing field for women in many different areas.

Hansen encourages women to think beyond the traditional roles within a field, such as nursing, and to consider all facets of healthcare, including business and education.

Careers in engineering, welding and science are also great for women to consider. “Preparing for a traditionally male-dominated field may give you an edge in your job search,” Hansen says. “Maledominated fields tend to pay more and have a greater variety of job titles and positions to fit interests and skills.”

Look for professional organizations, such as Women in Engineering, to gain insight about breaking into the field.

Hobbies may need to remain hobbies in a woman’s life because the work may not realistically bring in enough money.

Photography, for example, would be fun to study but most likely wouldn’t provide a “marketable” degree once she graduates, Merten says. “If a degree isn’t marketable, the education and her hard work won’t pay for itself.”

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You Go FIRST ave you ever noticed in this age of me first and YouTube (which is really MeTube), how reluctant people are to leave their comfort zones in order to experience something new or solve a problem? I chuckle when I see people’s faces say “you go first,” even though they don’t always say the words.

Once upon a time, I was on vacation with my two daughters in Mexico. We were on an open-air bus tour, learning about the Mayan culture, when we stopped at a remarkable underground lake. A generous ledge allowed us to walk around the perimeter and there was a small area for swimming. The sun poured through an opening high above the ground and shimmered off a long trailing vine, which reached almost to the water’s surface. It was a spectacular sight.

On one side, a metal staircase rose 30 feet into the air with platforms at the midpoint and at the top. People were climbing the stairs and jumping off the platforms into the water. Most people bobbed to the surface with amazed looks on their faces, while others whooped in joy at the experience.

I couldn’t resist. Up I went, higher and higher to the top platform, wondering secretly if this was a wise thing to do? My daughters looked on in terror. What would become of them if Mom perished in this foolish act?

The jump from the platform into the cool water was exhilarating and I did it several more times. Eventually, the girls decided to try it from the lower platform. By the time we left, we were feeling excited and proud of our boldness.

Granted, this is an extreme example, but it demonstrates a natural hesitancy that characterizes so much of life today. When change is proposed, you can almost see people shrink a little. If there were dialog bubbles over their heads, they might read: “You go first and if you don’t get killed, I might follow.” And so we get stuck in ways that are not satisfying and sometimes not at all productive, but they feel safe.

It’s the frog in the pot story. Put a frog in a lukewarm pot of water and increase the heat ever so slightly over a period of time.

Pretty soon the frog is boiling. Having adjusted to the increase in

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temperature little by little, he never sensed danger. Had you plopped him into a pot of boiling water, he would have jumped to save his life!

Many relationships are like this at home, at work, at school and in the community. Things are not what we would like them to be, but nobody has had the courage to go first in identifying the problem and then attempting a new way to be together. So we wait.

We adjust to bad behavior and hope that someday someone will step up.

Going first can be scary, for sure. But when something is not working, you have a responsibility to ask why not. You also have a responsibility to consider what might work better and be willing to suggest a solution. Finally, if you can be bold enough to be the first to try a new act, you grant permission for others to be brave, too.

This last point is important. I was working with an executive in Hungary who wanted to replace a team member that was not performing well. Identifying the lack of performance was the first uncomfortable issue. But if she was aware of the problem, surely other team members were, too. Indeed, they were waiting for someone to bring it up. The next challenge was to develop a plan to improve performance or replace the offender.

By having the courage to do so, this executive showed the rest of the team how to professionally identify a problem and propose solutions. She went first.

Such is the way of leadership. The unknown is always a little scary. However, when you enter it with eyes wide open looking for new possibilities, you may discover unbelievable riches. Imagine the fun of sharing those riches with others. Go ahead. Go first.

Susan Marshall is an author and speaker whose book, How to Grow a Backbone: 10 Strategies for Gaining Power and Influence at Work, has been translated into multiple languages and is especially popular in Asia. Her work is dedicated to building strong leaders who create successful organizations, transform school systems and develop leaders at all levels. You can reach her at (262) 567-5983 or execadvise@mac.com.

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Zoo Ball 2012 The 29th annual Zoological Society of Milwaukee (ZSM) gala was held June 23. American Airlines sponsored the event, which was called Animal House. Many guests dressed to match the theme with wildlife-inspired outfits, like Brookellen Teuber’s orange dress with leopard-print accents. U.S. Bank provided support for the gourmet dining venues; entertainment was sponsored

by Johnson Controls, Inc.; and a late-night venue was sponsored

by PS Capital Partners. More than 740 guests attended the event, with proceeds benefiting the ZSM’s mission to conserve wildlife, educate people about conservation and support the zoo.

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Zoo Ball 2012 co-chairs and members of the ZSM’s Associate Board Brookellen Teuber (left), Waukesha, and Trisha Shinners, Pewaukee, welcome ZSM Chairman Rich Tennessen, Brookfield, to the Milwaukee County Zoo.

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he most talked about career opportunities in the United States are in the area of STEM, which stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. In fact, some experts have said that because of the shortage of workers entering these fields, the United States is losing in competitiveness in the global market. We need more technological expertise in the work force.

For the past 50 years or more, the U.S. has been a leader in technical innovation, which has been the force behind our economic prosperity. However, because of the decreasing number of people pursuing these technical careers and the increase in our technical talent and jobs moving overseas, our future advancement of our competitiveness in global research and development is of great concern.

A report by the National Academy of Sciences has shown that the U.S. is losing its edge in the area of STEM. It also indicates that other countries are being favored when it comes to global trends in research and development, and it highlights the immediate need for the U.S. to take action in order to enhance its competitiveness. The report also mentions the lack of the number of minorities and women entering careers in science and technology.

Another important concern in the fields of STEM is the number of women who are receiving their degrees in these fields and are either not pursuing STEM careers or they are choosing to leave their STEM career within the first five years. Some speculation for these two trends have been a lack of female role models, gender stereotyping and less family-friendly flexibility in the STEM fields.

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In a study that focused on why women were leaving the engineering field at the University of Wisconsin—Milwaukee by Dr. Nadya A. Fouad, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Education Psychology and Director of the Center for the Study of the Workplace, and Dr. Romila Singh, Ph.D., associate professor of Lubar School of Business and Associate Director of the Center of the Study of the Workplace, it was concluded that women engineers left the engineering profession for many reasons that were both individual and organizational. However, the work environment seemed to be the greatest influence for women to leave their engineering job. This included too much travel, excessive workload, unclear work roles, lack of advancement and feeling isolated in a male dominated field. For some women, the work environment made it difficult to spend time with family or to even have a family.

“This is the key,” says Gabriel.

“Anyone can have a job, but to find satisfaction can make all the difference in the world. And WiSE gives women the opportunity to be with other women in similar careers that are experiencing the same situations and challenges in the workplace.”

Because of the research by Dr. Fouad and Dr. Singh by UWM’s Center for the Study of the Workplace, Marcia Gabriel, LEED AP outreach specialist and program manager for the Center of Sustainability and Continuing Engineering Education, was able to create with her colleagues Murali Vedula, engineering program director, and Jan Allen, director of business and management programs, WiSE (Women in Science and Engineering), which is a monthly breakfast and discussion group for women engineers and female undergraduates. WiSE gives these women a platform to discuss how gender plays into shaping day-to-day professional interactions and its implications for long-term careers. And as Gabriel says, “These breakfasts have become invaluable as a place of constructive engagement and a sharing of information.”

What studies have found is that women in STEM careers often feel isolated and excluded from informal communication and support networks, and this was a major factor in taking a toll on these women’s career and job satisfaction. So UWM created WiSE to help create a support network for women in STEM careers.

“This is the key,” says Gabriel. “Anyone can have a job, but to find satisfaction can make all the difference in the world. And WiSE gives women the opportunity to be with other women in similar careers that are experiencing the same situations and challenges in the workplace.”

Gabriel also said that WiSE gives women a place to constructively discuss ideas to foster careers and professional growth; to focus on finding positive methods to make changes in the workplace; and it provides opportunities for networking, mentoring and professional development for women statewide.

“Studies have shown that women need to have this type of engagement for motivation and renewal,” says Gabriel.

I think this is true for all women in every aspect of our lives, whether in our careers or home. Think about how much better and energized you feel after you’ve spent time with a mentor or friend. No wonder WiSE has become such a successful program.

Each WiSE session is held the first Thursday of every month at the UWM’s School of Continuing Education. And at each meeting, a woman engineer facilitates a discussion on a new topic of interest. Some past topics have included How to Be Heard; WorkLife Balance; Strategies for Working in a Male Dominated Environment; and Mentoring and Networking.

For more information about WiSE or to become a member, contact Marcia Gabriel at gabrielm@uwm.edu. Professional memberships are $60 per year and student memberships are $20 per year. Nonmembers may participate for $20 per session.

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Two people stranded on an island struggle to survive—and slowly fall in love.

Anna Emerson is a thirty-year-old English teacher desperately in need of adventure. Worn down by the cold Chicago winters and a relationship that’s going nowhere, she jumps at the chance to spend the summer on a tropical island tutoring sixteen-year-old T.J. T.J. Callahan has no desire to go anywhere. His cancer is in remission and he wants to get back to his normal life. But his parents are insisting he spend the summer in the Maldives catching up on all the school he missed last year.

Anna and T.J. board a private plane headed to the Callahans’ summer home, and as they fly over the Maldives’ twelve hundred islands, the unthinkable happens. Their plane crashes in shark-infested waters. They make it to shore, but

soon discover that they’re stranded on an uninhabited island.

At first, their only thought is survival. But as the days turn to weeks, and then months, the castaways encounter plenty of other obstacles, including violent tropical storms, the many dangers lurking in the sea, and the possibility that T.J.’s cancer could return. As T.J. celebrates yet another birthday on the island, Anna begins to wonder if the biggest challenge of all might be living with a boy who is gradually becoming a man.

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“vivacious” —THIRDCOAST DIGEST

This summer travel to nineteenth-century Paris, when bright, bold posters with playful imagery punctuated the streets, advertising everything from bicycles to the debaucherous cancan.

The exhibition is supported by the Milwaukee Art Museum’s Friends of Art, PNC Bank, and Bud and Sue Selig in honor of Jeffrey H. Loria.

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Confetti, 1894 (detail).

Gift of Mrs. Harry Lynde Bradley. Photo by Larry Sanders.

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This August, First Stage Theater Academy will launch its Next Steps program, classes specifically designed for students with autism. Guided by the Academy’s philosophy of teaching life skills through stage skills, students will experience the joy of drama, music and movement each day with a team of specially-trained teaching artists and special education professionals. Classes will be offered August 27-31, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center located at 325 W. Walnut Street, Milwaukee. Classes are open to students entering grades 6-12 in fall 2012.

The Next Steps program answers a need that existing Academy families with students with high functioning autism and Asperger’s Syndrome expressed an interest in. “Parents were excited after seeing the confidence First Stage’s life skills through stage skills approach instilled in their children. Some even noted their ability to interact socially with peers and adults had improved,” said Jennifer Adams, First Stage Academy program director. “The program enables students with autism to take their next steps as an artist and as a person,” continued Adams.

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ood nutrition is a priority for cancer patients, but it’s not always easy to figure out which foods make the best meal choices—especially when you’re eating out. Now Cancer Treatment Centers of America® (CTCA) is helping diners in its treatment facilities select foods based on their nutritional value.

The Traffic Light System, now operational in several CTCA dining rooms, helps clearly convey food options on menus by designating them as “Red Foods,” “Yellow Foods,” or “Green Foods:” • Red Foods are calorie dense with limited nutrients. They are high in saturated fat, sugar, cholesterol and/or salt. They can contribute to unwanted weight gain and should be eaten only occasionally.

• Yellow Foods are mainly processed foods. They have some nutritional value but contain moderate levels of saturated fat, added sugar and/or salt. In large serving sizes, they can contribute to excess calorie intake. Yellow foods should be carefully selected, eaten only in moderation and screened for portion size.

• Green Foods are the healthiest choices. They are excellent sources of important nutrients needed for health and well-being.

Green foods are also low in saturated fat, added sugar and salt and calories. They can—and should—be eaten every day.

Kalli Castille, director of nutrition and culinary at CTCA in Tulsa, Oklahoma, says, “This system is a useful guide to our everyday lifestyle. Look at the food items you are choosing and try to stick mostly with the green options. Use red items sparingly. If you currently use red items at all meals, try limiting them to one meal per day. This will eliminate counting calories or grams of carbohydrates.”

Thoughtful Hospital Visiting As a licensed clinical social worker and the founder of Peg’s Group, an independent fee-for-service group of Cancer Navigation Consultants, Kathy Gurland is dedicated to helping patients and their loved ones navigate their cancer journeys. One issue that Kathy says arises again and again among her patients and their families is the topic of hospital visiting. Should we visit?

What’s the right etiquette? What do patients really want to hear?

Here, Kathy offers a collection of guidelines to ensure that the visit is a positive experience for both the patient and the visitor.

• Don’t assume that it’s okay to bring flowers, balloons or food.

Each hospital and patient is different, so ask about the hospital’s rules and what the patient needs.

• Do ask “Do you need anything?” If the answer is no, offer practical suggestions such as slippers or socks, a comfy blanket or pillow, or a light sweater—or offer to lend an electronic book device or portable DVD player.

• Don’t tell stories about other people who have had the same illness. Patients deserve to feel that their experiences are unique, regardless of their diagnosis.

• Do bring some news from the outside world. Being in the hospital can foster feelings of isolation.

• Don’t complain about what’s going on in your life—remember who the visit is about.

• Do take a moment before the visit to refocus, let go of whatever else is on your mind and enter the room acutely aware of why you are there.

Patients say that the most comforting visits come from those who are mindful, genuine and concerned.

For more information about Kathy and Peg’s Group, visit pegsgroup.com.

Provided by Thrive Cancer Fighters magazine's Spring 2012 issue.

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ummertime and the living is easy..." and the styles are breezy. And it's the time when most of us want to take some downtime from smothering suits and high heels and chill out a little ... OK, maybe a lot.

So how do you relax the dress codes but still enjoy your summer, whether you're hanging out at the beach or, sigh, hanging around the office? Here are some tips to keep you cool this summer and still make you feel like you're on a fashion vacation, no matter where you may be hanging.

YTake some time out to experiment. Yes, the rules for dressing are much less strict in the summer. So it's the perfect time to try some things that otherwise might raise the eyebrows of your friends and co-workers. Instead of closed-toe pumps, try a pair of laceup sandals; exchange the bow blouse under your jacket for a lacy camisole. Try bold new color combinations. Be a freer spirit and loosen up with flowing layers that may not be as tailored as your normal wardrobe.

Y Summer is also a great time to play with new hairstyles, hair colors and hair accessories. Go for braids, up-dos, headbands and ponytails.

YThink more casual. Switch out your wardrobe staples to more summery favorites such as straw handbags, oversized floppy hats, canvas espadrilles, cotton T-shirts, capris instead of denim trousers, etc. There are plenty of "beach totes" out there that will do double duty on or offshore and are great travel companions, too.

YYou may be tempted to get even more casual and dare to get down to the really bare basics, especially when the weather gets really hot and humid. But remember there are a few things you should not wear to work, even on casual Fridays: tube tops, cutoff shorts, message T-shirts and the dreaded baggy sweat pants. Stash them at home, and leave them for the weekend. Remember to show off your belly rings and cleavage only at the beach, too.

YYes, longer shorts may work for some offices, and capris can carry you from work to the beach. There are plenty of shorter versions of pants to choose from that are still tailored enough to wear to work, teamed with fitted shirts and sleek vests. And even longer, white denim jeans paired with a blousy, floral top and tank will lighten up summer office attire or complete a cool night-out outfit for warm weather.

Y Okay, we all know that we love flip-flops. Some of them may not be so good for our arches, but then we do dream of wearing them to the office, now don't we? And there are so many dressed-up styles now available in jeweled and metallic looks that flip-flops are not just found poolside anymore. But if you do choose to wear flip-flops or any other kind of sandal that exposes your toes, remember one rule of thumb ... or is it toes? Yes, a pedicure -- whether it's one done at home or in a salon -- it is a must!

Sharon Mosley is a former fashion editor of the Arkansas Gazette in Little Rock and executive director of the Fashion Editors and Reporters Association.

Celebrate summer with bold colors and freespirited style. Shoshanna salutes the red, white and blue in her newest summer collection. (www.shoshanna.com)

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Shop, Dine and Walk the Chalk If you haven’t been to the Bayshore Town Center’s Chalk Art Festival, you should. On August 18 and 19, artists will be sharing their art on the streets of Bayshore. The artists will include those who simply love to doodle to professionals, from families, school groups and the Boys and Girls Club. It is fun for the whole family.

One local illustrator and visual and commercial artist, Kitty Dyble Thompson explained why she loves the festival by saying, “As an artist I often work alone, so I enjoy the street art experience, to be able to work out in public and to have that immediate interaction and response to your work. It’s nice to get the feedback. I also like that it is a shared experience. Part of the artwork is the people viewing it.”

When she draws with chalk, she says she likes to experiment with a technique called anamorphic drawing.

When using this technique the artist creates a distorted projection or perspective of an image that requires the viewer to use special devices, such as a mirrored cylinder, or to view the art from a certain vantage point to make the image clear.

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hether cooking on a gas or charcoal grill, at home, at a park or at a tailgate, grilling provides an unmistakable aroma, a sizzling sound and maximum flavor. And research shows that when it comes to grilling, nearly three out of four Americans choose beef as the meat they grill the most often; but nearly 30 percent are still looking for more information on how to harness the power of the grill.

For guaranteed, delicious results when grilling beef, try following these three easy steps:

1.Choose Your Cut

Some of the best cuts for grilling include naturally tender ribeye, top loin (a.k.a. strip) and ground beef. Flank steak is also an excellent choice after a dip in a tenderizing marinade.

TIP: Rubs and marinades are easy ways to add flavor and tenderize.

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2.Prepare Your Beef

Prepare grill (gas or charcoal) according to manufacturer’s directions for medium heat. Remove beef from refrigerator and season with herbs and spices, as desired.

TIP: Wait to salt until after cooking so you don’t draw out the natural, flavorful juices from the meat.

3.Grill

Place beef on grates and grill, covered, turning occasionally.

Test doneness with meat thermometer: Cook burgers to 160°F and steaks to 145°F for medium rare or 160°F for medium.

TIP: Turn steaks with long handled tongs instead of a fork. Do not press down on steaks or burgers as flavorful juices will be lost.

TIP: For detailed grilling time by cut, visit www.BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com and type in “grilling.”

GRECIAN TOP LOIN STEAKS AND MUSHROOM KABOBS

Total Recipe Time: 30 minutes Makes 4 servings Lemon Pepper Rub: 3 large cloves garlic, minced 2 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano Steak and Kabobs: 1 pound medium mushrooms 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges 2 tablespoons olive oil 6 lemon wedges 2 boneless beef top loin steaks, cut one inch thick (about 1 1/4 pounds) 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional) Combine rub ingredients.

Combine mushrooms, onion, oil and 2 teaspoons rub in medium bowl; toss. Alternately thread mushrooms and onion onto six 12-inch metal skewers. Finish with a lemon wedge.

Press remaining rub onto beef steaks. Place steaks and kabobs on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill steaks, covered, 11 to 14 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 11 to 15 minutes) for medium rare (145째F) to medium (160째F) doneness, turning occasionally. Grill kabobs six to eight minutes or until mushrooms are tender, turning occasionally.

Remove vegetables from skewers; toss with cheese, if desired. Carve steaks. Season beef and vegetables with salt.

Press remaining rub onto beef steaks.

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Place steaks and kabobs on grid over medium, ash-covered coals.

FIRECRACKER BURGERS WITH COOLING LIME SAUCE

Total Recipe Time: 35 minutes Makes 6 servings 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 6 sesame seed sandwich rolls, split, toasted 1 cup watercress or mixed spring greens Seasoning: 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 tablespoon Caribbean jerk seasoning 1 teaspoon salt Sauce: 1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise 1/4 cup low-fat plain yogurt 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 2 teaspoons grated lime peel 1/4 teaspoon salt Combine ground beef and seasoning ingredients in large bowl, mixing lightly, but thoroughly. Shape into six 1/2-inch-thick patties.

Place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, eight to 10 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, seven to nine minutes) until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160째F, turning occasionally.

Meanwhile, combine sauce ingredients in small bowl; set aside.

Spread sauce on cut sides of rolls. Place one burger on bottom half of each roll; top evenly with watercress. Close sandwiches.

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ummer and water go together like Bonnie and Clyde, Romeo and Juliet, Antony and Cleopatra -- but without the tragedy. Or so we hope.

Every year in America, more than 300 children drown in residential swimming pools, usually their own. Considering the great lengths most parents go to in order to keep their children safe, imagine what that number might be for dogs.

A lot of dogs love the water; some famously: Labrador retrievers, Golden retrievers, poodles, Newfoundlands, Irish water spaniels, Portuguese water dogs, Chesapeake Bay retrievers and Cocker spaniels are among the most likely to dive right into the deep end.

But even if your dog's breed suggests he's desperate for a dip, make sure he's a water lover before he's waterlogged.

Most dogs are natural swimmers, but that doesn't give us license to toss a pup into a pool and cross our fingers. Some dogs are scared of the water and could panic. Panic quickly creates exhaustion, which leads to drowning. Other dogs are ambivalent about water, and such a rude introduction could easily tip ambivalence toward fear.

Teaching a dog water safety is a lot like teaching a child water safety. We would never leave young children in a pool unsupervised -- and that rule applies to dogs, as well. If your dog enjoys free rein of a yard that contains a swimming pool, secure access to the water.

TEACH HIM TO SWIM. While some parents (and kids) might disagree, it is not a good idea to "teach" a child or dog to swim via the "sink or swim" method -- in which the parent shoves the kid (or dog) into the water and encourages

Diamond is a Gem Humane Society Adoptable Pets With her beautiful sable coat and shiny bright eyes, Diamond is most definitely at gem!

Diamond is a 10-month-old Labrador mix who has a zest for life. She is still very much a puppy and will need lots of exercise, but she is eager to please. If you have an active household and are looking for an enthusiastic new family member, this gorgeous girl will fit right in.

While staying at HAWS, Diamond is working on her basic manners. She is having a blast on our “Playground of Higher Learning,” where she is discovering agility (she’s still at that “awkward” stage) along with proper leash behavior. In the right home, Diamond could certainly be a girl’s best friend!

On Saturday, August 18th, HAWS is “merging” our two favorite summer events: HAWS’ 3rd annual Ride for Rover culminates at our 5th annual Pet Fair! The Ride begins at 9 a.m. at Hal’s Harley-Davidson in New Berlin and ends at Rotary Park, Menomonee Falls. Spend a morning on the bike visiting HAWS’ business partners, or get your Fair “fix” from the get-go at 9 a.m. Either way, you can meet adoptable pets, shop pet product vendors and enjoy great food and live music by Daisy Chain until 4 p.m. in the Falls. “Make tracks” – tire or paw – and join

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BY MATTHEW "UNCLE MATTY" MARGOLIS

them to figure it out fast. This creates fear sans technique -- not to mention a bitter resentment that could come back to bite you, so to speak.

When teaching a dog to swim, have a few tools at the ready: his leash, some dog floaties or a swim vest, a favorite toy or treat and plenty of patience. We want to ease him into the idea of water as something more than what he drinks -- and we want it to be fun!

Start with a child's wading pool, and encourage him to step into it using his leash.

Don't drag him. Use your voice to encourage him -- and his favorite treats if necessary. Let him enjoy being in the water in a relaxed manner for a bit, and then lead him out of the pool. Repeat the process a few times until he gets in and out of the pool PETS cont on page 38

PET of the month RILEY Six months ago, I adopted seven-year-old Riley from the Humane Society. I know nothing about his history but I do know he is a delightful little boy. He is very shy but loves to sit on people's laps.

– Donna Byrum

Share your pet with us!

Send us your pet photo along with a description and your pet could be in next month’s issue!

Send Photos to Wisconsin Woman, Attn: Pet of the Month, P.O. Box 230, Hartland, WI 53029 or send an e-mail to Info@twwmag.com (please type “Pet of the Month” in the subject line.) PLEASE INCLUDE: Your name and your pet’s name, and a little info about your pet.

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WOMEN on the Milwaukee attorney Amy L. Lindner has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of Meta House, a nationally recognized program treating women in recovery for drug and alcohol addiction and providing comprehensive services for their children. Lindner succeeds Dr. Francine Feinberg, who led the organization for 29 years and will be retiring this fall. The transition becomes effective August 1.

JEANNE SCHIMMER, R.N., has been named director of outreach and education at the Wisconsin Parkinson Association. In this position, Schimmer will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive outreach and education program to support people with Parkinson disease through a statewide network of community-based support groups, Parkinson conferences and workshops as well as both print and web resource materials and referrals.

MARY M. HOROWITZ, M.D., M.S., Robert A. Uihlein, Jr. Professor of Hematologic Research, Professor of Medicine and preeminent international leader in blood and bone marrow transplantation, has been appointed Chief of Hematology/Oncology at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Horowitz, who is also the Scientific Director of the Center for International Blood and Marrow Transplant Research, has served as interim chief of hematology/oncology for the past two years.

SARA DANIEL is the new Director of Quality Improvement at St. Aemilian-Lakeside, a human services agency advancing foster care, education and mental health services. Daniel is a licensed clinical social worker who formerly was coordinator of the agencyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School Based Services. She has worked at St. Aemilian-Lakeside for 14 years.

Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. is proud to announce that attorney shareholder CHRISTINE LIU McLAUGHLIN has been named a 2012 Woman of Influence in the Inspiration category by The Business Journal of Milwaukee. This is the 13th year that The Business Journal has honored Milwaukeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most influential women. She was honored at an awards luncheon celebration at the Frontier Airlines Center this past June.

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Froedtert Health is pleased to announce that CATHERINE A. JACOBSON has assumed the role of president and chief executive officer of Froedtert Health. Jacobson, who was named president of the health care system in 2011, joined Froedtert Health in 2010 as executive vice president of finance and strategy. She succeeds William D. Petasnick, who in April announced his plans to step down as chief executive officer after leading the organization for 19 years. As president and chief executive officer of Froedtert Health, Jacobson has responsibility for overseeing the overall management, strategy and financial planning for the health system.

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without hesitation.

When he's ready to upgrade to an actual swimming pool, employ the same gradual introduction using his leash. Sit next to him on the steps of the pool. Use the floaties if your dog shows signs of panic or unease. Swim with him in the pool, your arms around him to keep him afloat and reassured of your presence. If he takes off like a fish, great! If he's reticent, you're right there to help.

The most important part of teaching your dog to swim is teaching him how and where to get out of the water. If they don't know how to exit the pool, even the best canine swimmers will tire and, if you aren't watching (even for a minute), could drown.

To teach your dog to exit the pool, use a high-value reward: his favorite ball if he's a fetcher, his favorite treat if he's food motivated. Use his leash to guide him from the open water to the pool steps, and reward him when he successfully exits the water. Do this many times over several days to ensure he knows where the steps are, how to use them and that good things happen when he goes to the steps to get out.

And remember: Whenever surfing, boating, waterboarding, kayaking or canoeing, bring and use life vests for you, your kids, your passengers and your pooch.

WOOF! Dog trainer Matthew "Uncle Matty" Margolis is the co-author of 18 books about dogs, a behaviorist, a popular radio and television guest.

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AUGUST EVENTS COMMUNITY Calendar

Diva Night

Downtown Wauwatosa Ladies night out in the Village. Explore over fifty shops and restaurants in the area to discover all unique items for your unique needs and qualify for door prizes. Great social night out. www.villageofwauwautosa.com.

enjoy NFL alumni golfer with each foursome, full day of challenging golf, breakfast, oncourse lunch, gourmet awards dinner with silent auction and a deluxe gift package.

Benefits: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Milwaukee. (414) 831-4580.

AUGUST 16 - 19 Irish Fest

AUGUST 2 - 12

Celebrate the Irish in you! irishfest.com.

Wisconsin State Fair Park The state's largest, most historic annual event highlights Wisconsin's agricultural traditions with the excitement of a contemporary, urban event. www.wistatefair.com.

AUGUST 18 - 19

Wisconsin State Fair

AUGUST 7

42nd Annual Oconomowoc Festival of The Arts Fowler Park, Oconomowoc Entertainment, childrens’ tent, concessions and much more. From 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. rain or shine. oconomowocarts.org.

National Night Out Mukwonago From 6 - 9 p.m.

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AUGUST 11

The Ride begins at 9 a.m. at Hal’s HarleyDavidson in New Berlin and ends at Rotary Park, Menomonee Falls. Spend a morning on the bike visiting HAWS’ business partners, or get your Fair “fix” from the get-go. Free admission, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m rain or shine. Come meet adoptable pets, shop pet product vendors, enjoy great food and live music by Daisy Chain until 4 p.m. in the Falls. “Make tracks” – tire or paw – and join us in support of the HAWS cause! www.Hawspets.org.

5K Trot for Tots Frame Park, 701 E. Moreland Blvd., Waukesha Register to support safe & healthy children throughout southeastern Wisconsin at www.safebabieshealthyfamilies.org/eventregistration.

AUGUST 11 - 12

Morning Glory Art Fair Grounds of the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts/Red Arrow Park 140 fine craft artists exhibiting media in ceramics, glass, leather, wood, photography, jewelry, fiber, enamel, handmade paper, metal and mixed media. Free admission both days 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

AUGUST 11 - 12

Milwaukee Air & Water Show Milwaukee Lakefront Admission is free, and guests can bring their own portable lawn chairs or blankets. For those who prefer reserved seating in the best locations close to the air show center, we have reserved general admission. www.milwaukeeairshow.com.

The HAWS’ 3rd annual Ride for Rover and 5th annual Pet Fair!

AUGUST 18

Donna Lexa Art Fair Glacial Drumlin Bike Trail, Wales Great entertainment, a kids area, food and more. From 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. donnalexamemorialartfair.org.

AUGUST 24, 25 & 26 Germanfest

Downtown West Bend Celebrate German Heritage with national & international polka bands, German food and more! www.downtownwestbend.com.

AUGUST 25

Run/Walk for Wishes

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Wheeling For Healing W180N8085 Town Hall Rd., Menomonee Falls This family bike ride includes a 33-mile route for more skilled riders as well as 4-mile and 15-mile routes. Benefits the Cancer Care Center at Froedtert Health Community Memorial Hospital in Menomonee Falls.

Registration opens at 6:30 a.m. www.communitymemorial.com.

AUGUST 13

Mission: Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wisconsin grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. Registration on the day of the event 8:30 a.m. Visit www.wisconsin.wish.org for more information.

UPCOMING EVENTS SEPTEMBER 15

38th Annual Arts & Craft Fair Holy Hill, Hubertus From 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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