Charlotte Edition

Local Cataract and LASIK Specialist Jonathan M. Frantz, MD, FACS, has been selected for inclusion in the new 2013 Edition of the “Guide to America’s Top Ophthalmologists.”  This is Dr. Frantz’s eighth year to earn this honor from the Consumers’ Research Council of America, an independent research company based in Washington, DC, that evaluates professional services throughout America.  The selection …

By Alyssa Parker – Finding an effective treatment of leg edema is a challenge many physicians face. Chronic leg swelling that builds up overtime, is often indicative of a serious disorder, and may become disabling if left untreated. There are two types of leg edema venous insufficiency and lymphedema. Unfortunately, Lymphedema is under-recognized in most instances. For years lymphedema has …

By Dr. Rich Bimler, Lutheran Life Communities – What is the one thing in your life that you would like to change? Or, let me say it a better way – what is the one thing in your life that you are able to change? That prevents us from focusing on things that we are unable to do anything about, …

By Terry Hoskins, Oasis Counseling – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7, NIV) Prayer Changes Everything Paul tells us how to deal with anxiety as we …

Helping Individuals and Families Plan for the Future By Brian Kudick Financial Advisor, Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC – Do I need long-term care coverage? Will I have enough for retirement? What are my options and how do I know what will work best? These are all very important questions. It is crucial to evaluate your current assets and situation and …

By Timothy Blend, MD – As we age, our health becomes extremely important.  We all are more aware of the aging process as life progresses. Our priorities change as this aging process continues and whether its wisdom or fear it seems that time becomes the new currency as opposed to money. So we have learned over the course of time, …

By Senior Home Care – Bradenton, Sarasota – The older we get, the faster life moves. Unfortunately, as our body ages, we take on the strain of our our years. Keeping pace in a hectic world can take its toll. Elderly people need to use extra care to ensure their safety. When we’re young, we can fall and almost bounce …

By Jill Greber – While attending a nutrition seminar, Terry Cale met two health coaches, who did a presentation for an optimal health program and its meal replacements. After attending a tasting and information session, he decided that the food was good, very convenient and that he could commit do following the program with his busy traveling schedule. Driving in …

By Alyssa Parker – Many people may experience complications after an operation due to the significant amount of trauma your body endures. Whether it’s cancer related, non-cancer related, or a minor surgery, patients may develop post-operative symptoms such as swelling in a limb or a particular area of the body. Swelling in the limb which may appear to be temporary …

By Myles Rubin Samotin, MD – Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon, Fellowship Trained in Foot and Ankle – You may have heard the term stress fracture, but just what is it and how does one get it? A stress fracture is exactly what it states it is, a fracture of the bone caused by “stress” to the bone. It is a …