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By George T. Leamon, CLTC – Lutgert Insurance Individuals throughout the nation have billions of dollars invested in deferred annuities. And while these contracts offer countless advantages, including a guaranteed stream of income after retirement, most people simply aren’t aware of the many benefits deferred annuities have to offer. Let’s review some of the features of a fixed annuity: Unlike …

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 …

By Timothy L. Kerwin, MD – Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States. In fact, over one million new cases are diagnosed per year. The main risk factor for developing skin cancer is cumulative lifetime sunshine exposure, especially exposure early in life. Individual risk factors include blonde or red hair, fair complexion, blue eyes, and …

By John P. Landi, MD, FACS, RPVI, RPhS, Diplomate of The American Board of Phlebology – Varicose veins, spider veins, leg swelling, venous ulcerations and phlebitis or clots in the veins are common conditions that affect over 30 million Americans and countless other millions worldwide. Up until recently venous disease was not recognized as a separate specialty and, in fact, …

By Igor Levy, M.D., Certified in Neurology and Geriatric Neurology Neuroscience, Spine and Associates, P.L. – Approximately 1 out of 8 Americans experience migraines. A migraine is an intense, throbbing headaches that may be accompanied by nausea or dizziness. Lasting anywhere from hours to days, a migraine can cause excruciating pain. Experts aren’t sure what causes these headaches. But they …

By Timothy J. Roupas, Au.D. – May is Better Hearing month, and there is not a better time to make sure you’re hearing your best for the upcoming summer. Studies have shown that with proper treatment of hearing loss, individuals experience higher self-esteem, increased social activity levels, stronger relationships with friends and loved ones, higher earning potential and an overall …

Millions of arthritis sufferers rely on chiropractic care for proper diagnosis and treatment. Chiropractic treatment focuses on manipulating and reordering the alignments of the spine in order to suit the comfort levels of a person. Typical symptoms of arthritis include swollen, stiff and painful joints. Chiropractic care has gained prominence over the past decade. A significant proportion of those affected …

Mammography or a mammogram is an x-ray examination of the breast tissue. Mammography has been used for years to detect and diagnose breast diseases in both women and men. While most mammography is done on a screening basis, it is crucial in diagnosing the cause of breast symptoms such as breast lumps, breast pain, and nipple discharge. What is a …

At the Physician’s Regional Comprehensive Breast Health Center, our entire approach to care has been designed with the specific needs of women in mind. The Breast Health Center is under the medical direction of Dr. Sharla Gayle Patterson, a board certified and fellowship trained breast surgeon. Dr. Patterson and Lynn Hurley, the Certified Breast Health Navigator, work together with each …

Initial results of an ongoing study on partial knee replacement surgery provide clinical evidence that robotic arm assisted MAKO-Resurfacing procedures result in improved accuracy plasty Partial Knee and less pain when compared to manual procedures using Oxford® implants. Physicians Regional has been offering MAKOplasty Partial Knee Resurfacing since 2012. When Physicians Regional invests in advanced technology, our goal is to …