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Being diagnosed with any disease can be scary, even devastating. For those who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’ Disease (PD), it can be especially difficult to come to terms with because the diagnosis is usually clinical. Until the last decade, the only diagnosis came from careful observation by a neurologist. In fact, for many that is still the only diagnosis …

By Katherine Hermes, Owner – SRQ Med Spa Since April is National Alchohol awareness month, let’s talk about Hangovers. There are hangover treatments and there is hangover prevention. Which do you prefer? Me? I am a “don’t want to get hung over” kinda girl. But, I routinely meet people who are “please help me, I am feeling terrible with a …

By Dr. Brandon Fuller The conversation around mental health has become much more prominent in recent years thanks in part to the pandemic. Depression, loneliness, anxiety have all increased for many people especially in the last couple of years. Sometimes a prescription medication is needed to deal with a particular mental health issue but often, people are looking for a …

By Premier Foot & Ankle Specialists Parkinson’s Disease affects about 600,000 to 1,000,000 people or more in the U.S. alone. About 60,000 new cases are diagnosed each year. Parkinson’s Disease is a neurological disorder that affects movement, along with multiple body systems. It is the most common brain disorder, second only to Alzheimer’s. The average age of diagnosis is 60 …

Sarasota Upper Cervical Can Help! By Dr. Drew Hall Neck pain affects 25 percent of the US population. Neck pain affects work performance, reduces the enjoyment of life, and limits activities that bring people joy. In our Sarasota Upper Cervical Clinic neck pain is the number one condition that walks through our doors. Prior to opening in Sarasota, our offices …

By Brianna Vance Fago, AGNP-BC and Nicole Burns, DO As we age, our skin naturally loses volume, elasticity, and glow, leading to wrinkles, fine lines, and a dull complexion. While there are many anti-aging treatments available, some people are looking for more natural and non-invasive options. One such treatment is the vampire facial. The Ultimate Solution for Acne Scars, Rosacea …

By Steven Stein, MD – Board-certified Psychiatrist Mental health awareness is a critical topic from a psychiatry standpoint. Psychiatry is a medical specialty that is focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders. Mental health issues are highly prevalent in our society, affecting millions of individuals worldwide. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that one in …

We often hear and use the word “wellness” without necessarily considering its meaning. By Ramon A. Gil, M.D., Medical Director, Parkinson’s Disease Treatment Center of SWFL Simply put: wellness is the opposite of illness. As parents, it is logical to assume that we all want our children to be healthy. We are therefore very involved in caring for their wellness. …

It’s been a while since you took your last college class. You’re so close to earning your bachelor’s degree, but life got in the way and you had to put that plan on hold. You have that thought in the back of your head that someday, you’ll go back to school and finish what you started. You can join hundreds …

It’s no secret that we rely on our brains for a number of important daily functions that help us navigate our world. This complex organ enables us to make reasonable decisions, focus and concentrate in our jobs, listen and communicate with others, or even remember where we placed the house keys. It’s easy to take all this for granted when …