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Proscan Women’s Imaging @ NCH has opened its newest facility to provide the most comprehensive imaging services to the women in our community. Our facility, located at 2320 Vanderbilt Beach Road, offers new state of the art equipment in a beautiful, serene setting with a team of compassionate professionals to care for the women in your life. We are pleased …

By Leandro Perez, MD, FACC, FSCAI, RPVI Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is an epidemic that causes blood flow to diminish and puts patients at high risk for heart attacks and other cardiovascular events due to narrowing of the arteries, atherosclerosis (buildup of plaque), and the risk of plaque sloughing off and creating clots. The advanced stages of PAD, which occludes …

Dr. Katia Taba, Board-Certified Ophthalmologist and Retinal Specialist The eye, a marvel of intricate design, is susceptible to various conditions affecting its delicate structures. Among these, glaucoma and disorders of the retina, macula, vitreous, and related structures pose significant threats to vision. Glaucoma, often termed the “silent thief of sight,” manifests as increased pressure within the eye, damaging the optic …

Glaucoma, often referred to as the “silent thief of sight,” silently robs millions of individuals of their vision worldwide. January marks National Glaucoma Awareness Month, a crucial time to educate and raise awareness about this prevalent eye condition that affects over 70 million individuals worldwide. Glaucoma is not just one eye disease but a group of conditions that damage the …

It’s the new year, and most of us want to make changes and learn to stick to our resolutions for our health and fitness goals, but what about your annual appointments? Are you putting them off or ignoring them due to fears of the pandemic? This is a common concern for many patients, but one that purports more risk to …

By Gunnar Bergqvist, MD Rhinoplasty stems from the Latin words rhino (nose) and plasty (to form or shape). Rhinoplasties have a rich history in human culture. Originating as a punishment for theft in ancient Egypt in the form of rhinectomy, the reconstruction of noses truly began in 500 BC under Shushruta, a doctor credited to inventing the forehead flap. In …

Rachel Spencer, Au.D., Doctor of Audiology/Ear Nerd It’s important to test your hearing every year because hearing loss is often a gradual process. You may be struggling to hear, but since the day to day changes in your hearing are small, you might not recognize your hearing loss at first. In fact, your friends and family are more likely to …

Have you ever seen a genuine smile that didn’t catch your eye or make your heart happy? Dr. Mat Mouritsen has one of those smiles and says he is blessed to spend his days creating them. Health and Wellness Magazine interviews Dr. Mouritsen to learn his passion, his love of technology and why he thinks your entire body’s overall health …

By Lenore T. Brakefield, Esq. and Logan Wardlow In a world brimming with contracts and fine print, we have all grown accustomed to simply checking the box or signing on the dotted line. While such practice may be of no consequence in certain circumstances, that is certainly not always the case. For example, those who sign a listing agreement with …

By Robert C. Gibson Managing Director Crossroads Behavioral Health Center and Crossroads Substance Abuse Services Group Embarking on the journey of sobriety as the New Year unfolds is a courageous decision that can bring about a transformative change. Choosing to stop drinking or using drugs is a commitment to self-discovery, improved health, and a more fulfilling life. As the clock …