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Minimally Invasive Techniques Make a Huge Impact
March 2, 2020 - Health & Beauty
“There is nothing quite like having an integrated multispecialty orthopedic practice with specialists from every field of care to serve our patients,” says Dr. Andrew Belis, Partner and President of Orthopedic Center of Florida. “We work together to combine diagnostic studies and collaborate in providing the best treatments possible. We have numerous specialists treating conditions …
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Varicose Veins Are More Than Just A Cosmetic Concern
March 2, 2020 - Health & Beauty
Varicose veins run in Ann Spang’s family; both her mother and father had them. Hers began developing in her 20’s. In 2001 she had her first procedure to treat the bulging and unsightly veins in her right leg. She remembers, “I had to wear compression stockings and I was allergic to latex, so it was …
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Patients Finding Peace in the Dental Chair at Park Family
March 2, 2020 - Health & Beauty
“I know this may sound kind of weird about going to the dentist, but I actually enjoyed it,” says Jim Minor about his experience at Park Family and Cosmetic Dentistry. As the years went by, Minor was beginning to notice changes in his smile. “My teeth had moved and a composite was chipping away. I …
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Core Stability at Kriz Physical Therapy
March 2, 2020 - Health & Beauty
The phrase “Core Stability” is used a lot by all disciplines involved in health and wellness. In our twenty years of experience as physical therapists, we have seen that the definition of “the core” is highly variable but most often includes the abdominals. The core muscles attach to, and stabilize, the spine, the rib cage, …
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Treating Feet One Step At A Time at Coastal Foot & Ankle
March 2, 2020 - Health & Beauty
Dr. Calcagni’s parents began vacationing in the area in the early ’90s. He laughs, “I always wanted to move here, but they thought no one lived here year-round. In medical school, I remember being told to move where you want to live, then figure the rest out.” That’s what he did. Of Italian descent, Dr. …
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When to Replace Or Not Replace Your Hip
March 2, 2020 - Health & Beauty
Barbara Bukousky was born with hip dysplasia, a congenital hip disorder affecting 1 out of every 1,000 babies born. This deformity occurs when the hip fails to form normally. Barbara was unaware that she had this disorder until her early 30’s. That’s when she took a fall and shortly thereafter started to experience severe groin …
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Is Tooth Wear Wearing You Down? | Advanced Dentistry
March 2, 2020 - Health & Beauty
Aging is a part of living, and it doesn’t just happen to your skin but also your teeth. In fact, tooth wear is one of the more common concerns from patients of Dr. Katrine Farag, owner of Advanced Dentistry of Fort Myers. “People are practicing more preventive care enabling them to keep their teeth longer. …
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See the Life You Love in 2020 | Quigley Eye Specialists
December 31, 2019 - Health & Beauty
Quigley Eye Specialists brings state-of-the-art cataract laser to Southwest Florida Cataract surgery has made remarkable advancements in the past few decades, helping millions of Americans regain clear vision. Now, Quigley Eye Specialists is taking another step forward with the State-of-the-Art Catalys® Laser System by Johnson & Johnson. “We are proud to be the first private practice …