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s I write this letter, our 2013 Winter Celebration is now over I can reflect on how blessed Welcome Home is to have been a part of this great tradition. This year’s event held at The Legacy Shopping Center was an incredible success. It was our biggest event to date. I would like to thank our presenting sponsors: Welcome Home, Santikos, North Central Baptist Hospital and Groomers Seafood. For a list of all the sponsors, vendors and participants look on page 9. With an event this size, there are so many things happening behind the scenes and I would like to share some of them with you. Our Grand Marshal, Mrs. Susie Groomer, aka my Mom, was sick all week and I was sure would not be able to attend, but somehow on the day of the event, she came out and blessed us with her presence and participated in our parade. Speaking of the parade, we had two of the best high school bands in the city, Reagan and Johnson. As many of you are aware, the Johnson football team advanced in the playoffs and was playing in Houston on December 14th, the same day as our event. By a miracle, the Johnson Band agreed to participate in our parade and then go support their team in the playoffs. CONGRATULATIONS to the Johnson football team. I don’t have the words to thank the JOHNSON BAND for staying and helping us with our event. I am so humbled by this act of kindness. Virginia Howard from Santikos did so many wonderful things to assist us in this event. All the shops in the Legacy Center were very nice to us and hopefully you will let them know how much you appreciate them. North Central Baptist Hospital assists us in too many ways to mention to make
sure this community event is successful. And of course, we are thankful to all of our volunteers. One thing that did make this year different from our prior years was seeing Santa and Mrs. Claus come in and land in AirLIFE. I was in the front taking a video as the helicopter landed. When I turned around, so I could see what others were feeling, what I saw was a sea of people. It was an amazing moment for me. When everyone is spread out, it is hard to tell how many actually attend our event, but when there are so many together in one place trying to see Santa as he gets out of the helicopter, you realize how big this event really is. For me, all the time and energy spent, converged on that one moment, making it all worth it. Of course, the marines were there in their dress blues. Another special moment was when a Bucker Fanning group of young cheerleaders brought a bunch of toys they had collected. As you can tell, the list goes on and on. This is Welcome Home’s first January edition. First, I would like to thank my staff for working together and making sure everything was in place to produce this issue. As mentioned above, we sponsor the Winter Celebration, which entail thousands of man-hours. So, to also produce a January issue is a pretty amazing feat. This is the first year I have felt that I had the staff able to accomplish this. This edition also brings in a new year. We are looking forward to bringing you your community news in 2014 and thank you for another year of continued support. HAPPY NEW YEAR to all of you! As the communities that support us have helped make many of my hopes and dreams come true, I wish you and your family the same in the coming new year.
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Submit Your Love Stories By Amanda Burris ebruary has coined itself as the month of love. While Valentine’s Day has become a day of exchanging gifts and sweets, it is also a perfect time to take the opportunity to appreciate the one you love in your life or family members who have been a symbol of everything you hope to have one day. The Welcome Home Community Newspaper would like to open up an opportunity to the public to submit their love stories. It can be anything from how you met the love of your life to a simple write up about your relationship with the one you love most. Let us know both of your names, your anniversary and how long you have been together. Don’t forget to send us a picture or two! The February deadline for Welcome Home will be Friday, January 10, so hurry
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A Special Thanks To EcoBox By Amanda Burris n the season of giving, the Welcome Home Community Newspaper and the non-profit Living Through Giving was fortunate enough to witness the compassion of a company helping Toys for Tots, a toy drive for children, in a vital way. Each year for Winter Celebration, a Toys for Tots drive is put on for participating local schools as a friendly competition for a good cause. Due to the government shut down this year, there was a delay in getting the boxes, but the company EcoBox came
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By Ben Spicer ere at Welcome Home we try to highlight as many of the local school organizations as we can. Sometimes, despite our best intentions, a few are lost in the shuffle and don’t get highlighted as often as they should. This month, we have turned our attention to the Eisenhower and Hector P. Garcia Middle School orchestras who have practiced hard to learn and play wonderful music. Recently both orchestra groups have provided impressive and moving performances to the community. These two orchestras possess many talented musicians with bright futures ahead of them. We had the opportunity to speak with their directors as well as a few of the students who told us about their love of music and their plans going forward. Garcia middle school students Brian Kang and Bailey Boyen made an impression early on orchestra director Brenda Johnson. At Eisenhower, Cindy Nguyen and Emily McGuire made director Annette Solano take immediate notice. The children in both these organizations embody all that is good about our local communities and they deserve as much of our attention as we can possibly give them.
through and donated 100 boxes. EcoBox is a company that offers a large selection of moving supplies, shipping supplies and boxes. Welcome Home and Living Through Giving would like to extend a special thank you to EcoBox and Bryan Franklin, EcoBox manager for helping the cause in great a time of need. Without such a great donation, this year’s Toys For Tots drive would not have been as successful. For more information on EcoBox, visit www.ecobox.com.
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ords just don’t mean the same thing anymore. It gets quite confusing. My students say “Hey, dog!” and “You’re bad!” and then assure me I have been complimented. “Cool” things are now “hot” and it’s hard to keep up with it all! I thought, this just happens in the teen world. Surely this phenomenon is not proliferated throughout society at large! However, recently, I found myself taking all things “yuck” and “ew-w-w on The After Christmas Great Return trek. While standing in a line (that could not have been longer had Elvis himself been found alive and well, and working behind the counter) I hear, “May I help the next GUEST please?” GUEST? I’m a GUEST? Hmmm…when you have a GUEST in your home, does the GUEST bathroom have a dirty diaper
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clogging the toilet? Does it have toilet paper strewn about so that no matter what you do, like some magnetic science project gone awry, it will cling unbeknownst to your GUEST to be paraded around in public? Does it have a big sign on the back of the doors that says if your GUEST shoplifts, they will be hunted, tortured AND they will tell mom!? Do you get rid of the towels and hang a giant blow dryer on the wall? Do you have conversations like this with your GUESTS: “May I help you, ma’am?” “This vase is broken.” “How did it break, ma’am?” “I don’t know. I just took it out of the box and it was broken.” “Oh —You took it out of the box, ma’am?” “Well, yes. Yes I did” (feeling strangely guilty). “I’m sorry ma’am, but if you break the hermetically sealed box, that voids the warranty. Here is an 800 number if you have any more questions and, oh, thank you for shopping with us. Next GUEST please!” Why not just say, “May I help the next naïve person who is hoping I can solve their problem when I just want to take my break? Doesn’t sound as nice but at least this GUEST won’t be expecting tea and pastries served on the good china, right? Words have changed, folks. Better take your teen with you so you know if you are “down with that” or even know where to start when replying to a sincere, “Sup, Dawg?” Debby (who is taking New English classes) can be reached at writewell62@ yahoo.com.
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Churchill Student Selected For Honor
By Amanda Burris lexandra Arranaga, a senior at Churchill High School and Captain of the color guard, has been chosen to perform in the half time show for color guard at the U.S. Army All American Bowl on Saturday, January 4 at the Alamodome. On Tuesday, November 19 the U.S. Army All-American Bowl Selection Committee went to Churchill High School to officially present Arranaga with her selection to this color guard. The Army All American Bowl highlights the top 125 musicians and color guard members from the United States who earned spots on the band, which will showcase its talent during a nationally broadcasted halftime performance. Hundreds of students from across the United States auditioned for this and only a few were selected. Being awarded this great honor was no easy task, and required a lot of hard work. “You must first be nominated by your band director and then go through an application process and send in a video of yourself doing your own choreography on flag and rifle to a song of your choosing to
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showcase your skills,” Arranaga explained. “The selection committee looks at your grade point average, performance ability, community service and your leadership within your school, and from there you wait to see if you were accepted into the Army All American Bowl.” Band members are selected not just because they excel in music and performance, but also because they embody the same values of Army soldiers, such as loyalty and integrity. “Alex is a joy to teach and it’s obvious why she was selected as an Army All American,” said Gabriel Becerra, Churchill High School Color Guard Director. “She is caring, outgoing, loyal to her teammates and committed to excelling both in academics and in the color guard. She is a true leader with a genuine interest in the well-being of her teammates…it feels so great to have a Churchill High School student represent their school/community in the All American Bowl, especially one as stellar as Alex!” Preparing for this event included constantly practicing to prepare in flag and rifle basics and tosses, as well as the
(l-r) Parents Chris & Becky Siller with their daughter Alexandra Arranaga, along with her color guard director Gabe Becerra and the Churchill Director of Bands Tony Ruiz.
new people from around the country who share the same interest in color guard or band as I do, and being the ambassador for Winston Churchill High School Marching Band.”
choreography for the show. Becerra was also aiding Arranaga to help perfect her abilities. “I’m really looking forward to the overall experience,” said Arranaga, “getting to meet
Tackling Fitness Resolutions The Right Way! By Claudia Ramirez, Ms, CSCS “This year is going to be different, I am really going to stick to my resolutions and make them happen!”
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encountered many clients that refuse to get weighed and measured because they do not want to confront the reality of their weight gain, but taking some measurements will be crucial in the long run. I recommend several assessments that would include: scale weight, body composition, circumference measurements, photos, 3-day diet records, kitchen makeovers and a good look at how committed you are to making a change. Step two: PLAN Now that you know where you are starting, it’s time to make a few changes to your exercise and nutrition. Some common plans would include: hours of exercise, type of exercise, intensity of exercise, progressions for those exercises, meal plans, etc… Step three: IMPLEMENT Now that you have a plan, start living it. Hold yourself accountable to your behaviorbased goals and the results will follow. Step four: ADJUST This may be the most important aspect of any goal; you must adjust your plan based on
Eisenhower Student Teaches Fencing Submitted By Katrina Mannering tudents at a local middle school were taught a lesson in the history of fencing. On October 30 eighth-grade Eisenhower Middle School student Kenneth (Kenny) Strawn entertained and enlightened students with his knowledge and experience about competitive fencing. Kenny first presented the students with a bit of history by explaining the original role of fencing during the Spanish conquest in Europe. Modern-day fencing has since become a competitive sport, and unlike the
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Winter Celebration: Bringing the Holidays To Life By Amanda Burris
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is the season to be jolly…and Northern San Antonio was just that this past December. The holidays bring joy to both kids and adults, and traditions are ever present in a variety of ways. Whether it is giving back to the community, spending time with friends and family, indulging in delicious treats or watching holiday performances, this season is filled with an array of delights that bring out the best in people. There has been one event that has grown to encompass all of these traditions while highlighting what we love most about the holidays, and this year didn’t disappoint. The Welcome Home Community Newspaper and the non-profit Living Through Giving put on the annual Winter Celebration featuring AirLife Santa at the Legacy Shopping Center on December 14. “Winter Celebration is about recognizing how blessed we are in our community and providing a venue to give back as a community through an incredible organization like Toys For Tots,” said Russell Groomer, the publisher of Welcome Home who started Winter Celebration ten years ago. “I love living in the United States, and living in a military town like San Antonio, I sought out an organization that helps kids and also was military based.” Toys for Tots is a nationwide organization headed by the United States Marine Corps that aims to change the lives of local children by keeping their spirits intact. Each year, there is a friendly competition between the schools to raise toys for this program before Winter Celebration. For the actual event, people were also encouraged to bring toys to donate to this great cause. This year, due to Winter Celebration moving to a larger location and reaching out to more of the Northern San Antonio community, the event was even bigger and better than before. “Watching Winter Celebration become what it is today has been stressful and amazing,” said Kristin Oliver, Welcome Home’s event coordinator for Winter Celebration. “The bigger it gets the more work there is, but at the same time the feeling of accomplishment is incomparable to any other event that I coordinate.” Winter Celebration kicked off with a parade featuring two bands, over ten different mascots, a variety cheer and dance groups and other special guests, groups and vehicles. “Having been part of the Reagan Band for four years now, I always enjoy and cherish the chance to get back into uniform and perform with the rest of my friends and peers,” said Alexander Jones, a member of the Ronald Reagan Band who has participated in the Winter Celebration parade for all four years of his high school career. “The band has a great time supporting the community and having fun at the same time by spending time with friends and family.” After a fun and exciting start to the event, Winter Celebration continued with a number of performances. There was a DJ and dance stage, a band stage, a choir stage and an area for street performances. All of these were filled with a number of organizations and schools that put on performances for all in attendance. Also at the event, children had the opportunity to take pictures with Santa, there was 30,000 pound of snow (a treat for those of us accustomed to the warmer South Texas winters), carnival rides and an abundance of great vendors. This year, Scavenger Hunt took place at the actual event. Those wanting to participate in Scavenger Hunt had from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. to visit all of the booths and get a stamp. For each stamp, participants got a general prize drawing ticket and for every 15 stamps they got a grand prize drawing ticket. The vendors that participants got to visit ranged from restaurants to banks to medical services and much more. “We enjoy the event because it is the whole area coming together to show support for each other and it allows the community, organizations and businesses all to have fun at an event together,” explained Brandon Heinsohn, the Director of Operations for The Egg & I Restaurants who has participated for the past three years. The 2013 Winter Celebration was without a doubt a huge success. It was through the time and effort put into planning, the sponsors and vendors, the great turnout and the wonderful individuals who were part of the event that made it truly a special day. “The Winter Celebration not only highlights the festivities and atmosphere that come with the holiday season, but also the bond that the community shares,” Alexander Jones said. “Seeing so many of the community’s residents, both children and adults, really promotes the importance of a strong connection within the community.” As a tradition that continues to grow stronger each year, Winter Celebration remains a wonderful event for a great cause. Welcome Home looks forward to an even better event next year in December 2014. Until then, Welcome Home would like to wish everyone a very happy new year!
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Thank You To the Winter Celebration Vendors & Volunteers!
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elcome Home Community Newspaper and the non-profit Living Through Giving would like to thank the 2013 Winter Celebration vendors, parade participants and performers for participating in this year’s event. Winter Celebration expanded to be bigger than before this past year. Kicking off with a parade, it got everyone pumped up and ready for to spend a day filled with holiday spirit. The outstanding vendor participation also made this year a hit. The vendors brought merchandise, food, entertainment and an opportunity for
the public to get to know some of the local businesses. Students and groups also put on performances on stages throughout the day among the vendor booths. Through these groups, the performers helped to show the community how active and talented local schools and organizations truly are in our area. Through the support and turnout of all who had a booth as a vendor and those who signed up to participate in the parade and perform, the 10th annual Winter Celebration was a huge success. Another thank you to all of those who helped make this event what it was!
Thank you to the 2013 Winter Celebration Vendors: Groomers Seafood The Egg and I Texas Fertility Clinic MetLife Home and Auto Chick-fil-A TPC San Antonio JW Marriott Zules Flores Emerald Homes Chole & Isabel Farmers Insurance Southern Journey Tip Top Construction SABOR Colombinao on Wheels State Farm-Betsy Dippo Betsy Truck Benson Honda Sideliners Magnolia Designs
Gigis Cupcakes Plan Ahead Events South Hills Designs Pronto Insurance Bulverde Academy of Music San Antonio Children’s Museum LED Services KSLR/The FISH Smokey Mo’s School of Rock Farm to Juice Santikos Warm Springs Woodlawn Theater Two Sisters Salon Advocare Sweet Cece’s One Source Data 3T San Antonio
Taco Cabana Renova Hand Centers San Martin Orthodontics Love to Swim and Tumble Great Clips Joy Concessions Legend Physical Therapy Spurs Sports and Entertainment North Central Christian Church Massage Health Origami Owls Living Lockets Sharkey’s Cuts for Kids TPC Dental Life Style Chiropractic Learning RX Vantage Bank Park West Ave Zars and Rogers Marie’s Accessories
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Thank you to the 2013 Winter Celebration Parade Participants & Performers: Johnson Fine Arts Dance Reagan High School Dance Heather Stolle’s School of Dance Jumping Dragons Woodlawn Theatre Cynergy Dance San Antonio Youth Ballet: Ballet SA Kathy Marfin’s Performing Group Spring Branch Middle School Dance Leading Edge Dance Company Vineyard Ranch Chorale Aue Elementary Choir Bulverde Academy of Music Samantha Wasaff Alaya Daoud Primrose School of Stone Oak Hannah Cavazos
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Orchestra Promotes Love for Music By Ben Spicer
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t has been well documented over the years that learning music encourages imagination, critical thinking, builds self-confidence, and creates disciplined effort in its students. For two local middle school orchestras, it’s obvious the benefits have gone even beyond that. At Eisenhower Middle School and Hector P. Garcia Middle School both orchestra organizations have taught a love and appreciation for classical music not offered in many places. Both groups continue to strive to teach the ins and outs of performing music to their students and help foster a joy in learning something that is, let’s face it, extremely hard. The Garcia Gladiator orchestra, or also known as “An Empire of Excellence” has already performed a fall “Hauntcert” on October 22 and a holiday concert on December 16. Additionally, 29 of their 175 musicians performed in an All-Region concert on December 14. And coming up on January 17 a small group from the honor orchestra will perform in Corpus Brian Kang and Bailey Boyen are two of Garcia’s Christi for the 100th birthday celebration top young talents. of Dr. Hector P. Garcia. Bailey Boyen, an eighth grader at Hector Garcia Middle School, said he originally joined the orchestra after thinking about it in elementary school and finding the possibility interesting. “What I really enjoy about being in orchestra is spending time with my friends and getting to play music with them,” Boyen said. “We also have an awesome orchestra teacher, which makes it really fun!” Brenda Johnson, the Garcia orchestra director, said the music that flows from Bailey’s viola is incredibly smooth and beautiful. “Having Bailey in the viola section helped the entire orchestra play stronger even when he was a young player,” Johnson said. Boyen made the Honor Orchestra at Garcia on viola as a seventh grader and again as an eighth grader on violin. He auditioned two years in a row for All-Region on viola and made first chair both times. “When I was given the opportunity to join the strings club, I was told about the violin, the viola, and the cello. I didn’t want to play an instrument too big, and didn’t want to play an instrument too common… so I chose the viola. To this day, I am so glad I chose it.” Participating students eventually realize to become good at music they have to spend a good deal of quality time practicing. But for those such as Boyen, who have come to enjoy it, having to practice isn’t a chore. “His love for music and dedication to the group is so inspiring,” Johnson said. “Every morning he can be found in the orchestra room practicing. It seems there is no place he would rather be. I have a deep respect for Bailey and know he will go far with his music.” Brian Kang is a seventh grade orchestra student at Hector Garcia. He originally joined orchestra to expand his knowledge of music. Kang received first chair violin in the Region 11 All-Region Orchestra as a sixth grader and again this year as a seventh grader. “It’s a great time to express your feelings, and hang out with your friends,” Kang said. Kang also was chosen for a very special award last year. He was entered into a concerto competition for musicians aged 12 through 17 in the area. Kang, who was the youngest student in the competition sponsored by the Starlight Symphony in Wimberley, Texas, was selected as one of three winners.
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“Brian is a very special student,” Johnson said. “He is so incredibly gifted and humble at the same time. I admire his quiet and respectful demeanor. He is a wonderful leader and has so much to offer to our orchestra. ” Many of the orchestra students, including both Kang and Boyen, also are part of the Youth Orchestras of San Antonio, or YOSA, outside of school. “I really can’t wait to perform for my next YOSA concert,” Bailey Boyen said. “We are playing music from my favorite composers.”
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t Eisenhower Middle School, their orchestra has performed numerous times themselves. They have already performed at Fiesta Texas, and done their elementary holiday tour at both Huebner and Harmony Hills elementary schools. That’s also in addition to a holiday concert performed at Eisenhower Middle School on December 16. Emily McGuire, an eighth grade student at Eisenhower, said that by performing she continues to get closer and closer to the professionals and how they do it. “I really wanted to learn how to play an instrument, and I always thought those orchestras that play professionally sound amazing,” she said. “I just wanted to be part of a great group.” McGuire eventually chose to play the violin after specifically liking the sound. “The violins get most of the melodies, which is pretty cool,” she said. As a dancer for nine years, McGuire knows a thing or two about working hard to achieve her aims. She was even awarded a ballet scholarship last year for her efforts. That hard work and dedication has translated well to her passion of music and the orchestra. “I really want to try for 1st chair in our orchestra and be the concert master,” she said. Meanwhile 14-year old Cindy Nguyen, another Eisenhower orchestra student, has found such a love of music that not only does she play the violin, but she also plays the piano, as well as the flute in the school band. “To be honest, I didn’t really know anything about the violin before 5th grade strings,” she said. “I just remember that I had a small violin as a gift when I was little. When Ms. Solano (the Eisenhower Band Director) came to Larkspur Elementary and introduced the orchestra instruments, I remember going home that day and watching a Korean drama on T.V. – and there was a guy playing the violin. The sound was soft, smooth, and beautiful.” It was at that point Nguyen knew she wanted to play the violin. Since then, her goals have become extensive, and exceed far beyond music. “I’d like to improve on the violin, get a higher rank in the sport I’m in, and to finish the year with A’s in all my classes,” she said. One of the things Nguyen enjoys most about being in orchestra are the responses to their performances. “We sometimes get challenging music and everyone in class turns serious – but once we are done, we either laugh or we want the music,” she said. “Sometimes we laugh at how horrible we can sound, but we still want the challenge. No matter what in orchestra, we always look to the bright side and keep trying to do our best.” It is stories like these that help to reiterate the importance of music lessons in schools. And as a positive result, students can become aware of and take Emily McGuire and Cindy Nguyen have lofty goals fascinating paths that they otherwise and a passion for music. might never have considered.
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THE ART OF DERMATOLOGY By Amanda Burris
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hile we can easily change our clothes and style, that they offer is CoolSculpting, a nonour skin is a permanent part of us that reflects surgical contouring treatment that targets our genes, age and how we treat it. Our skin and freezes the stubborn fat many are paints a picture of our health and beauty while also looking to lose without the needles or providing protection to our bodies and aiding in our personal downtime. “It’s basically a treatment for people that happiness. With skin playing such an important role in our lives, it is essential that we stay proactive by taking care are close to or a little above their ideal of it and getting quality care by a doctor who truly wants body weight, but have areas of fat that they can’t get rid of with normal exercise,” Dr. to help and make a difference At Ochs Dermatology, Dr. Robert Ochs and his team are Ochs said. The way CoolSculpting works is dedicated to meeting all of your skin care needs ranging from medical to cosmetic dermatology, in order to keep with controlled cooling that targets and your skin healthy and looking great. Like each person, crystallizes fat cells in the problem area. everyone’s skin is unique and different. Each patient will With this procedure, which only affects fat therefore appreciate the personal aspect of each visit due cells due to skin and fat freezing at different temperatures, the crystallized fat cells are gradually removed from the to Ochs Dermatology being a private practice. “There is not a nurse practitioner you are seeing. body by the immune system. In the weeks and months You have an appointment, you are seeing me,” Dr. Ochs following the procedure, the remaining fat cells will explained. “It’s not a huge group, so you get a personal condense, reducing the fat layer and giving a more desired appearance in that difficult area. touch.” About 20-30 percent of the fat cells are affected While many doctors have their own reasons for deciding why to go into the field they specialize in, Dr. Ochs and removed with Cool Sculpting. The procedure has shown remarkable and was clearly meant to be a consistent results, especially dermatologist. Besides knowing when patients get treated that he wanted to be a doctor as twice, as recommended. early as grade school, Dr. Ochs Ochs Dermatology offers grew up with a dermatologist as free consultations for his main doctor and has come CoolSculpting, even for to enjoy the artistry of the field. individuals who are not “I am a very visual person,” currently an established patient. Dr. Ochs explained, “and At Ochs Dermatology they dermatology is very visually also provide skin care medical oriented. Dermatology was my services in preventative perfect fit.” and overall dermatological Dr. Ochs received his healthcare. These services dermatology specialty training range from removing moles, at the New York Hospital skin growths, warts, cysts -Cornell Medical Center in and precancerous lesions to Manhattan, and completed a treatment of psoriasis, rosacea, Pediatrics Residency at the Dr. Ochs demonstrating how the new CoolSculpting skin allergies, hyperhidrosis, same institution. He has 17 machine works. acne, scars, Vitiligo and years of experience and has Psoriasis. been established in his San With years of experience servicing the San Antonio Antonio office for ten years. Dr. Ochs decided on establishing his office in San community, Ochs Dermatology hopes to not only help those Antonio to be closer to his family and closer to his Texas with medical needs, but to educate individuals in improving the quality and health of their skin. roots. “I think everyone should at least have a baseline skin “San Antonio is just a unique city,” Dr. Ochs said. “I love the feel of the city and I love the culture. I love that check and mole exam, especially if they have been out in it does kind of have a small town feel even though it is the sun,” Dr. Ochs said. “And we live in South Texas, so we have all been out in the sun.” large and metropolitan.” Just as you would regularly go to the doctor for checkups, His beautiful office, located off of Blanco and Bitters, is both welcoming and inviting. Patients will continue to you should go to the dermatologist to get your skin checked. feel right at home and in the good hands with Dr. Ochs Dr. Ochs explained that one of the most rewarding feelings and his caring staff as they help with any skin care needs. for him is when a patient comes in concerned about Ochs Dermatology also offers the latest advancements and something or with a skin condition and they are thankful technology in skin care. One of their newest technologies when he can make them better.
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“But that is just part of being a doctor,” he continued, “You want to help people. And so, when you do, it is very rewarding.” While impacting individual’s lives through medical dermatology is definitely rewarding for Dr. Ochs, he has found that cosmetic dermatology is still one of his favorite parts of his job. “I really enjoy the aesthetic aspect of it because I like the artistry of it,” Dr. Ochs said. “You become a sculptor. You can help enhance people’s beauty.” Cosmetically, Ochs Dermatology provides a menu of aesthetic services that include Botox™, Skin Rejuvenation/ FotoFacial™, Chemical Peel, Microdermabrasion, Spider Vein Therapy-Sclerotherapy, Painless PPX Pore-Cleansing Acne Treatment, Skin Tightening and Fillers. With your skin needing to last a lifetime, many men and women hope to avoid the scalpel and are turning to in-office cosmetic procedures. Patients should feel at ease in the hands of Dr. Ochs, who has specific training for all medical and surgical skin concerns. Ochs Dermatology is dedicated to providing care for you skin, one of the most important features on our bodies that has a major impact on our day-to-day lives. To experience this top care for yourself, visit Ochs Dermatology and let Dr. Ochs and his qualified staff lead you down a path to beautiful and healthy skin.
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5th Annual Khaki And Plaid Gala
Submitted By Jennifer Starr early one thousand Catholic school alumni, educators and supporters will convene downtown once again for the premiere annual Catholic school event, the Khaki and Plaid Gala on February 1. Since its inception five years ago, the event has raised millions in support of Hope for the Future which provides tuition assistance to Catholic school families. Dr. Paul and Becky Saenz are the cochairs of this year’s gala. Paul and Becky met while attending Central and Incarnate Word Catholic high schools in San Antonio and have given their three children the gift of a Catholic school education. They are both very active within the Catholic school system as supporters, volunteers and all around cheerleaders. Paul is a doctor in
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as honorary chairpersons for the event. The chairs of the event are an integral part of the overall success and excitement. Past co-chairs have been Henry and Mary Alice Cisneros, Clarence and Tina Kahlig, Frank and Cecilia Herrera, and Doug and Nancy Cross. Past honorary chairs have included Ricardo Chavira, actor from Desperate Housewives and last year’s honorary chair Harvey E. Najim who made a surprise $1 million donation to Hope for the Future at the 2013 event this past January. The Archdiocese of San Antonio Catholic Schools has been educating children in strong academics and faith for more than 170 years. Recognizing the need to market and bring in greater funds to the schools for operations, the Archdiocese created Hope for the Future in 2006. The organization has received more than $8 million in donations from many generous contributors, and annually
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You Are Not Too Young For Menopause
By Donna Becker, D.O. Enhancement of Life (210) 545-5224 recently attended seminars at the American College for Advancement in Medicine, featuring the latest trends in alternative or integrative medicine and new research from scientists and physicians. The opening speaker was none other than Suzanne Sommers. Sommers has a new book detailing the disturbing trend of younger age at menopause/andropause... I have seen this in my practice, also. About 10 years ago, when I first had an office, most clients were
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Thousand Oaks Students Give To Community
Students working hard decorating their ornaments to A collection of the ornaments sent to Harbour Hospice to decorate their donated trees. donate to Harbour Hospice.
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Elementary School Hosts Science Night
Lucas Miller sings to elementary students about science Students do fun experiments at Thousand Oaks’ Science concepts. Night.
Submitted By Jenness Davidson xcitement filled the air November 14, 2013 at Thousand Oaks Elementary, as the teachers hosted an academic night for the students. At Science Night, parents and students visited stations to learn about science and try out some experiments. Nimitz STEM Academy representatives and Author Lucas Miller were also at this event. Lucas Miller, the Singing Zoologist, writes and performs songs about animals, their habitats, migration, invasive species,
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the food chain, and many other topics that are relevant to the grade level TEKS. Miller got rave reviews, and the students went home singing his catchy science songs. Jenae Mai, Principal of Thousand Oaks Elementary, commented, “The evening was a fun way for families to explore science concepts. The turnout was fabulous. This year we welcomed guests from STEM Academy at Nimitz to inform our cluster parents and students about this middle school magnet opportunity.”
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