Collier Edition

By Anne Marie Tremaine, MD This time of year, those darn turkeys always remind us of our own aging necks. The neck ages more rapidly than other areas of the body. The skin on the neck is thinner, delicate, and more sensitive skin that is quickly affected by sun exposure, smoking, and simply, time. Ultraviolet light not only causes red …

The thorax is the chest cavity, and when an aneurysm forms, there are often no symptoms; however, it is a progressive disorder that can be a life-threatening diagnosis. The aorta is the body’s largest blood vessel that begins in the heart, extends down to the pelvic region, and branches out into the legs. Its function is to carry oxygenated blood …

It’s never too early (or late) to start thinking about taking care of your sex life By Dr. Carolina Young Ortiz Have you ever wondered if it was just an off night? Maybe wondering if stress or lifestyle is keeping you from living your best life? Especially in the bedroom? ED can have a myriad of causes, but all result …

Keeping our pets healthy and providing the best longevity via wellness and safety takes a lot of work, but it’s incredibly important to help them age well. These things include keeping vaccinations up to date, getting annual wellness visits, taking them to the veterinarian if they are sick or seem to be acting strangely, keeping them safe, feeding them a …

Many Seniors Are Making The Transition And Leaving The Responsibilities Of Home Maintenance Behind The real estate market here in Florida is in an upmarket, to say the least. There is an influx of buyers from other states and the inventory is low—Some homes are selling within just a few days of being listed. Have you thought about selling your …

With the annual Great American Smokeout taking place November 19, Tobacco Free Florida in Collier County is using this observance to encourage people to make a plan to quit smoking using the free tools and services available to Floridians. Tracing its history back more than 40 years, the American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout marks a date when smokers are …

By Karina Hammer The holidays are around the corner and with all the over-indulging and overeating, this can be a time of pain and discomfort. Are you tired of being in pain after every meal? Is acid reflux keeping you up at night? Are you waking up with heartburn more than 2 days a week? Do you think that stomach …

By Toni Eatros, MS, Dipl Ac, AP Fall, or autumn, is a favorite season for many people. The weather starts getting a little cooler and the leaves begin to change. For many others, fall is not so festive. Many people tend to get sick during the fall months, allergies can flare up for some, and many don’t like that the …

Currently, an estimated 27 million people suffer from me osteoarthritis, making it one of the most common causes of disability in the U.S. It is estimated by the year 2030, 72 million Americans will be at high risk for osteoarthritis. Knee replacement surgery may be necessary in advanced cases; however, there are non-surgical approaches to relieve knee pain and avoiding …

A brand new fully equipped Cardiac Catheterization (Cath) Laboratory is opening at Physicians Regional Collier Blvd. this month. For those who are not familiar the Cath Lab provides emergency and elective treatments by highly trained cardiac care specialists to patients with serious heart events. This new location will allow easier and faster access to the highest standard of cardiac care, …