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Devon needs a Kidney – Polycystic Kidney Disease
Spa's – More than just looking better... Feel Better
Qigong – Meditations for improving one’s Chi
The Bionic Chef – Don’t give up on your dreams
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Devon Turner needs
Kidney Transplant
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Dr. Stephen M. Tate
joins New Vision Eye
Center
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By The River, Senior
Life Enhancing
Community
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Orthopaedic
Center of
Vero Beach
Dr. David
DePutron
“The Banjo Doc”
True Colors Salon &
Spa - A Healthier
Looking and Feeling
YOU!
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Keep Your Mind
Active with the
Sponsor Name
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Local People Making
a Difference
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Pulse Points
ON THE COVER
Sebastian River
Medical Center
Emergency Room
where Patient Care
and Customer
Service is “ER
EXTRAORDINARY”
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Qigong Take Part
in the Future of
Your Health
Dr. Hema Rao
Practice Includes
Triveni an Aveda
Spa
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Don’t Let Your
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SEBASTIAN RIVER MEDICAL CENTER
NEW HOME HEALTH TECHNOLOGY
SRMC’s Diagnostic Center offers a full
range of services
NURSE ON CALL
No matter what kind of imaging service
you need, Sebastian River Medical
Center is here to help. Their professional
Diagnostic Center offers a full range of
services and cutting- edge technology.
In fact, the 64-slice VCT Light- Speed
CT system provides the clearest, most
accurate images possible - and it’s the
only one of its kind in North Indian
River County.
SRMC’s diagnostic imaging services
include:
• Computerized Axial Tomography
(CT or CAT) Scan
• Ultrasound
• Bone Densitometry Scan (DEXA)
• Digital Mammography
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Nuclear Medicine
• Position Emission Tomography
(PET) Scan
Not only is the center equipped with
the latest diagnostic equipment, it’s
staffed by board-certified, licensed and
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registered technicians that understand
patients’ needs. In order to give you the
best possible Diagnostic Center experience, an experienced staff member will
personally escort you from the registration desk to the radiology services area
and answer any questions you may have
about your procedure. Plus, they recently
redesigned SRMC’s Diagnostic Center
with your convenience in mind. “We
saw an opportunity to improve the flow
of patients through the Diagnostic
Center,” said Daniel Grantham, Director
of Imaging Science. “The changes
we’ve made to get patients in and out in
a timely manner have resulted in
patient satisfaction scores above 90 percent.” The Diagnostic Center is located next to the Emergency Room at the
northern most entrance to the hospital,
and is open Monday- Friday from 7 a.m.
to 5 p.m.
For more information regarding available
services, please call (772) 581-2060 or visit
online at www.sebastianrivermedical.com.
Adds Innovative Product to Detect
Early Heart Failure Up To
Two Weeks Before Weight Gain
NURSE ON CALL has purchased
and added to their Advanced Cardiac
Program an approved FDA device
called ZOE®.
The ZOE® fluid status monitor, is a
noninvasive medical device that measures
fluid status via bioimpedance. ZOE®
measurement is a quick and easy method
for determining whether individuals
are experiencing fluid congestion.
Research indicates that Zo is an early
predictor of congestion in heart failure,
showing decreases as early as two
weeks prior to symptoms.
Two hydrogel electrodes are placed
at the top and bottom of the sternum.
ZOE® measures the time it takes a low
frequency current to travel between
the two sensors, indicating fluid level.
Fluid decreases resistance or impedance and dry environments increase
electrical resistance or impedance.
Consequently, the more fluid in the
body, the less resistance or lower the
Zo measurement, and the dryer the
body the higher Zo number that is displayed on the ZOE®.
The ZOE® device will be used by
NURSE ON CALL as a part of their
comprehensive disease management
solution for patients living with heart
failure and is monitored by a skilled
nurse at each visit.
“This technology allows the physician
to promptly adjust medication, diet,
and activity levels, and virtually eliminate the need for frequent emergency
room visits and re-hospitalizations”,
said Teri Robotti, District Sales
Manager of NURSE ON CALL.
“using this innovative device in conjunction with the highly skilled nurses
on our Advanced Cardiac Team will
be revolutionary in the management
of our patients living at home with
heart failure.”
This is just one example of how
important your health concerns are to
NURSE ON CALL who have been
providing home healthcare services
since 1989 and are Medicare Certified.
They continue to fulfill their strong
reputation for furnishing high quality
skilled nursing, rehabilitation and
related services that patients, their
families and physicians expect and
deserve.
Skilled home health services and
the ZOE® are provided at no cost to
the patient.
For a Free consult, contact NURSE
ON CALL 24/7 at 772.234.9006 or
visit them at their local office 3755
7th Terrace, Suite 301-304 in Vero
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Home care
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SEBASTIAN RIVER MEDICAL CENTER
COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS,
COMPREHENSIVE CARE
Thoracic Oncology Program
Thanks to Sebastian River Medical
Center’s Thoracic Oncology Program,
patients in Indian River and southern
Brevard counties can receive comprehensive cancer care close to home.
Their program, lead by experienced
board certified physicians, takes a
multi-disciplinary approach in order to
formulate the best treatment plan of
care, improved outcomes and quality
of life for patients. The process begins
with regular oncological conferences
designed to evaluate every aspect of a
patient’s history. The professional
team of experts assists patients with:
• Lung nodules/ masses
• Lung cancer
• Esophageal tumors
• Mediastinal masses (tumors in
central part of the chest)
• Pleural effusions (fluid build
in chest cavity)
• Mesothelioma (tumor located
within lining of the lung)
• Chest wall masses
State-of-the-art treatments, including
minimally invasive thoracic surgery
and laser/ bronchial stenting, are
available at Sebastian River Medical
Center. Area patients now have convenient access to services usually
found in larger university hospitals
and cancer centers.
New patient rooms allow patients
recovering from surgery to enjoy modern updates and comforts while receiving high-quality care. Each deluxe
private room and suite is equipped with
a long list of amenities including a flat
screen television; private bathroom with
shower; and comfortable overnight
amenities for a family member or friend.
At Sebastian River Medical Center,
they are committed to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the
community. To learn more about our
patient-centered Thoracic Oncology
Program, please call (772) 388-4388.
Mary Winfield admits it was a shock when she learned she
had lung cancer. The Barefoot Bay resident hadn’t smoked
in over 35 years and thought it was just an infection when
she began feeling excruciating pain. Now, almost exactly a
year after being treated by the Thoracic Oncology Team at
Sebastian River Medical Center, Ms. Winfield says she feels
great, and everyone says she looks good as she approaches
her 80th birthday.
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SEBASTIAN RIVER MEDICAL
CENTER UNVEILS “ER EXTRA”
Extra Fast, Extra Easy, Extra Great
Patient Care and Customer Service!
“ER Extra” is a revolutionary emergency room experience aimed at making sure
patients get the care they need in a prompt and courteous manner. The implementation
of “ER Extra” at Sebastian River Medical Center will streamline the process while simultaneously keeping patients and their families informed about what to expect. “A smooth
visit from start to finish is our goal at Sebastian River Medical Center, and “ER Extra” is
giving our staff, nurses and physicians the necessary tools to make this a reality for each
and every patient we meet,” said Emily Holliman, Sebastian River Medical Center CEO.
Sebastian River Medical Center is very focused on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of their emergency room operations and understands that no one wants to wait
in an emergency situation. For this reason, the hospital has implemented a new program
focused on making sure patients see an emergency room physician faster and easier. They
have implemented the Pro Med tracking tool in an effort to track patient times.
Additionally, all emergency department personnel are committed to monitoring activity
and updating those in the reception area as to when they can expect to be seen. “We’ve
always prided ourselves on excellent patient care and customer service, but as new techniques are designed and implemented we predict we will be able to exceed our visitors’
expectations through “ER Extra,” Holliman continued. ER Extra has helped Sebastian
River Medical Center reduce its average length of stay well below the national average
of 56 minutes. “We will continue to look for opportunities to further enhance the ease
of an emergency room visit and will implement those as we find them,” Holliman said.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
When you arrive, ER patients receive a copy of the “ER Extra Emergency Room
Experience Guide. ”This guide explains the emergency room process, one step at a
time. “Knowing what to expect next has helped to calm our patients and reduce
their stress levels,” said Holliman. The guide is easy to use, which is important during an emergency situation. The guide includes a description of what will happen
during the initial triage and assessment phase of the ER visit, all the way through the
discharge process. “Naturally no one wants to think about needing emergency services. However, we want the residents of Indian River and Brevard Counties to know
that if they do, ER Extra at Sebastian River Medical Center will give them the extra
fast, extra easy, and extra great care they deserve,” Holliman
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My name is Devon
Turner and I need
your help. I was
diagnosed with a
genetic disease
known as Polycystic Kidney
Disease at the age of
6 months old.
Polycystic kidney Disease (PKD) is a debilitating illness that reduces the function of
the kidneys due to the growth of a large
number of cysts. Eventually the kidneys
cannot perform their function, filtering
out toxins out of the blood. PKD is the
most common, life-threatening genetic
diseases, affecting more than 12.5 million
people each year.
When kidney failure occurs, the only
current options are dialysis multiple times
a week or an organ transplant, which only
a few lucky receive. My condition has
worsened over the past year and physicians have determined that I need a kidney
transplant to survive. In August 2008 I
was evaluated and deemed an excellent
candidate for transplantation at Florida
Hospital Transplant Center in Orlando
Florida. As you may know, transplantation is
very expensive. Even with health insurance,
there are significant non-reimbursable
costs. A fundraising campaign has been
established with the National Transplant
Assistance Fund (NTAF)
to help defray uncovered expenses such as
donor testing, deductibles, copayments
and prescriptions. NTAF is a nonprofit
organization that has been assisting the
transplant community for over twenty
years. All contributions are administered
by NTAF exclusively for uninsured transplant-related expenses.
It’s never easy to ask for help and now
is certainly no exception. I deeply appreciate your support. At times like this, the
assistance of family, friends and the community is crucial to help ensure a positive
outcome. Your prayers and support are
greatly appreciated.
On behalf of my family and myself,
thank you for your kindness and generosity.
Sincerely,
Devon Turner
772-216-3019
[email protected]
Donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law. To support this cause: Make checks payable to:
NTAF Southeast Kidney Transplant Fund; Note in memo section: In Honor of Devon Watts Turner; Send to:
National Transplant Assistance Fund - 150 N. Radnor Chester Road, Suite F-120, Radnor, PA 19087.
To make a credit card donation, please call NTAF at 800-642-8399 or visit www.transplantfund.org.
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ORTHOPAEDICS
ORTHOPAEDIC CENTER OF
VERO BEACH
Hip Resurfacing: An Alternative to Hip
Replacement
Richard Steinfeld, MD, FAAOS
Richard Steinfeld, MD is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic
Surgeons and is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
His orthopaedic practice includes sports injuries, hip, knee, and shoulder reconstruction, general orthopaedics including foot, ankle, hand surgery, and fracture
care. Dr. Steinfeld also specializes in advanced and leading technologies such as
Hip Resurfacing. Resurfacing of the hip joint is a bone preserving approach that
offers younger, active patients the ability to live pain-free and engage in most
activities. The worn surfaces of the hip are resurfaced with a smooth metal cap
and socket without violating the bone normally removed with a hip replacement.
From an activity standpoint, hip resurfacing allows most patients to return to more
active lifestyles including impact activities such as tennis, running, skiing, etc.
Marcus J. Malone, MD, David W. Griffin, MD and Richard Steinfeld, MD.
Orthopaedic Update: Treatment with Total
Knee Replacement
David W. Griffin, MD, FAAOS. AAHKS, FACS
Dr. Griffin is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and
Board Certified by the American Board ofOrthopaedic Surgery.
Continuing to improve pain relief for post op care following total knee replacement is
an ongoing goal of orthopaedic surgeons. A combination of techniques utilizing spinal
anesthetic and femoral nerve block is very safe. The spinal anesthetic allows the patient
to breathe on their own and avoids nausea and vomiting post op. With the addition of
the femoral nerve block this gives excellent relief of pain. Patients now use compression
cold/heat therapy which can be very beneficial for quicker recovery with less pain.
Patient Specific Knees and Gender Specific Knees are new advancements in
joint replacement technology. Patient Specific Knees are generated from MRI and
x-rays to produce exact knee models. These models are used to create patient specific
cutting blocks that the surgeon uses in the operating room. If proper alignment is
achieved, a prosthesis may last 25 years. Gender Specific Knees are total knee
replacement components designed for the male and female anatomy. This allows
better fit and alignment of components.
EPIDURAL STEROID INJECTIONS: A Non-
Surgical Approach To Reduce Back Pain
Marcus J. Malone, MD
Dr. Malone specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and is noted
for his work in Chronic Pain Management. As a Physiatrist, Dr. Malone coordinates the long-term rehabilitation process for patients with disabilities and neurological impairments. This specialty is particularly helpful for patients with musculoskeletal injuries and joint replacement post operative care.With his training
focused on managing pain, Dr. Malone performs Epidural Steroid Injections
(ESIs). This process is a common non surgical treatment method used to help
relieve pain in the neck, low back, arm and leg so that patients may resume their
normal activities. Epidural Steroid Injections consists of a long lasting corticosteroid and an anesthetic. ESIs have proven to be helpful and are commonly used
in combination with a Physical Therapy program.
Orthopaedic Center of Vero Beach
1285 36th Street, Suite 100 • Vero Beach
772.778.2009 • www.orthocentervb.com
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Professional
Rehabilitation Team
and Pet Thearapy
team, puppy
"Max and Oliver"
Royal Palm Expands
To Meet Community Needs
With the tremendous growth in our communities, Royal Palm Healthcare and
Rehabilitation Center have made plans to
expand their facility to meet the needs that
will come with that growth. Purchasing all the
property on U.S. 1 and 10th Avenue in Vero
Beach (adjacent to their current center), Royal
Palm will be constructing a brand new state of
the art rehabilitation center. Plans to break
ground are scheduled for the winter of 2010.
Royal Palm Residents love the new
CUTTING EDGE
TECHNOLOGY...
“IT’S NEVER 2 LATE”
Residents of Royal Palm Skilled Care
Center are now benefiting from today’s technology without the intimidation of the fear of
the “computer age”. In the process of expanding their rehabilitation department Royal Palm
chose to provide cutting-edge opportunities for
lifelong learning and innovative programs for
rehabilitative therapy. “It’s Never 2 Late” is
used by speech therapists, occupational therapists and physical therapists. All have benefited from incorporating “It’s Never 2 Late” programs into reimbursable therapeutic exercise
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and finding creative applications for traditional therapy interventions.
The professional Rehabilitative staff customizes “It’s Never 2 Late” to each resident and
the system is mobile so if a resident does not
wish to leave their room, “It’s Never 2 Late”
can be brought to them.
The system is so universal, residents can
send and receive e-mail and video mail, they
can play games, work puzzles, virtually travel to
numerous countries, for history enthusiasts it
contains history from the 15th century to
today. It is basically a WINDOW TO THE
WORLD for those who are not able to do the
things today that at one time they enjoyed.
It is clear that rehabilitation is quite successful at Royal Palm just due to the fact that they
send 30+ residents home every month, fully
prepared to take on their normal activities.
Royal Palm has always been a strong proponent of “Pet Therapy” and they now have a
new puppy “MAX”, a cute little pug. You must
stop by and say hi to Max, Oliver and Calvin.
Stop by and see first hand 1 of the 170 units
nationwide at Royal Palm Skilled Nursing &
Rehabilitation Center, “Reaching Everyone
Through Technology” 2180 10th Avenue in
Vero Beach. Telephone them at 772.567.5166.
Serving Vero for over 40 years.
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SEBASTIAN RIVER MEDICAL CENTER
Sebastian Medical Center’s Expansion Update.
Sebastian River Medical Center’s hospital expansion is well underway, with
two of three phases already completed.
The expansion will allow SRMC to better serve the healthcare needs of Indian
River and Brevard County residents and
visitors. Phase One focused on a new
suite of private patient rooms.
Completed in March 2009, these rooms
offer patients a long list of amenities
including private restroom access, flat
screen televisions, soothing interior
design and comfortable sleeping quarters
for a friend or family member. “I was
thrilled with the room and overall experience,” said Julie Hull, one of the first
patients to enjoy recovery in one of the
new private rooms. “Having a comfortable place for me and a family member to
stay while I was recovering from surgery
was such a godsend – we completely forgot we were in a hospital! After months
of construction outside the hospital,
SRMC is pleased to announce that
Phase Two of their project is now complete. They have added 350 parking
spaces in order to offer patients, visitors
and staff improved accessibility to the
expanded facility. Phase Three of
SRMC’s expansion project focuses on the
construction of a three-story, 55,000square-foot building designed to better
meet the needs of their patients. The first
floor will house a 16-bed intensive care
unit, while the second and third floors
will feature a total of 42 private patient
suites. The new building will connect to
the existing facility, so patients, visitors
and medical staff will be able to easily
move between departments. To keep the
community informed of the expansion
project, SRMC will host quarterly previews. The first, Spring into "Swing
Time" is scheduled for March 24, 2010.
Stop by their new parking lot for free
food and entertainment, and get the latest
information regarding the construction
progress. The 1936 movie "Swing Time"
with Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers will
be featured with area swing dancers, free
flower pots and seeds - you can watch your
flowers grow as SRMC grows! Visit SRMC
online at www.sebastianrivermedical.com,
showing you how Sebastian River
Medical Center is setting the standard
for hospital care.
13695 U.S. 1, Sebastian, Florida 32958 • 772.589.3186 • www.sebastianrivermedical.com
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H O M E
Medical Care for Your
Entire Family
C A R E
Mederi Caretenders
Helping clients maintain their independence and
providing the highest quality care possible.
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• Family Medicine
• Sports Medicine
• Workers’ Comp
• Walk-In Care
• Minor Surgery
• Allergy Shots
• Immunizations
• X-ray & Lab
• School &
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• Routine Gynecology
James J. Marino, MD
Board Certified in
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772 589-2992
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H E A LT H
There are approximately 37.5 million
persons over the age of 65 in the United
States. Today, about 3.7 million are in
need of intermittent care in their homes
to avoid any un-necessary re-hospitalization or loosing their independence by
relocating to a health care facility.
You can rest assure that Mederi
Caretenders is here to assist you in keeping your independence by offering you a
home care agency licensed and certified
providing you with a wide range of
home health care services to people of
all ages. Mederi Caretenders has been a
recognized leader in providing high
quality, personalized home and community-based health care since 1977.
Their clinical team looks beyond the
obvious needs of patients, where they
actually become advocates for patients
physical, mental and emotional well
being. Whether you are faced with a
new diagnosis, recent surgery, chronic
health problem or a long-term illness,
Mederi Caretenders can provide highly
skilled and compassionate care.
Professional home care services
include: Skilled Nursing Care provided
by specially trained registered nurses and
licensed practical nurses who begin all
cases with an assessment to obtain infor-
mation to establish a plan of care.
Rehabilitation Services include physical
therapy, occupational therapy and
speech therapy. Home Health Aide
Services where aides work under the
supervision of a registered nurse or therapist. Services primarily consist of assistance with personal care. Information
for Medicare to make sure you are provided with or arranged for all of your
necessary therapy services and medical
supplies. Social Services staff provides
social casework services as needed to augment other services Mederi Caretenders.
Mederi Caretenders services are customized to meet the needs of each and
every individually unique client.
Selection of services and flexible scheduling enable them to develop a custom care
plan for each client that can be adjusted
as clients functional needs change.
Mederi Caretenders staff members
are passionate about helping people.
Their registered nurses and other staff
receive advanced training and credentialing. Each patient's skilled Senior
Advocacy Care team is coordinated by a
nurse care manager who works closely
with the patient's own physician to
achieve the goals of treatment.
Their mission… “To exceed the customer's expectations by providing alternative site healthcare of the highest
quality”. Call Mederi Caretenders your
Senior Advocate at 772.794.9777 or
visit them at 1285 36th Street, Suite
201 in Vero Beach, Florida.
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LOCAL
PHYSICIAN
PROFILE
SEBASTIAN RIVER HOME HEALTH CARE
Meet Banjo Doc……
DR. DAVID DEPUTRON,
Sebastian
When your physician takes off the
white jacket or scrubs they are like you
and me, special interests, hobbies and
family. Believe it or not, physicians have
a life after office/hospital hours, many with
interesting histories and hobbies. I would
like you to meet Dr. David DePutron,
DO, FACOI in Sebastian, Florida.
Growing up in Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania, Dr. DePutron, at age 9,
joined his talented father and brother in
playing the banjo. As a family tradition
he also became a part of the historical
“Mummers”, participating in the 100
year old Mummers Parade, a New Years’
celebration drawing thousands of spectators as well as television cameras. The
Mummers hold a special place in Dr.
DePutron’s heart as he returns home
every year as the overseer of the judges
stand to assist them in their difficult
decision making.
His early banjo talent is what
enabled him to pursue a medical career
as it paid for his many years of education.
Traveling from Philadelphia to New
York to the Jersey Shore Dr. DePutron
and the Silver Dollars (a six piece band)
entertained many audiences and during
his final summer before beginning his
Externship he was asked by one of the
club owners to open a new club in
Wilkes-Barre, Pa. As Dr. DePutron put
it, it was the “GREATEST SUMMER”,
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that was the
summer of ’69
(as in the song).
After graduating from the Philadelphia
College of Osteopathic Medicine he went
on to Suncoast Hospital in Largo, Florida
for his Externship then to Detroit,
Michigan for Internship and residency.
While in Detroit he became Director of
Medical Education and was a teacher/
administrator for 3 years. But his memories of Florida were drawing him back so
he packed up, moved to Vero Beach and
opened his private practice in Sebastian.
DePutron is Board Certified in Internal
Medicine.
In 2009 Dr. DePutron was experiencing some stomach problems. After a cat
scan of his chest then a pet scan, his
physician gave him the news. Lung
Cancer, six days later he had surgery. His
cancer was caught in the early stages and
after a few weeks he was back seeing his
patients. He has come away from the
experience with an “unbelievable appreciation of what patients endure from their
physicians”. “They are very courageous
in dealing with things that their doctors
need to put them through, repetitive
questions, treatments and procedures”.
“I hope I have the strength to go through
all of that”.
Barbara, Dr. DePutron’s beautiful wife,
shares his passion for health care and is
in the office daily working alongside him
and the staff. It must run in the family as
their family golden retriever, “Emmy” is
certified as a pet therapy dog. Barbara
and “Emmy” visit patients at Sebastian
River Medical Center a few days a week.
You can find Dr. DePutron at North
County Medical, 13836 US Highway 1,
Sebastian, Florida. Telephone 772.589.6888.
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SEBASTIAN RIVER MEDICAL CENTER
Joint replacement surgery offers a new lease
on life!
Do your knees hurt when you walk?
Are simple, everyday activities getting
more and more difficult? If joint discomfort has made a significant impact on the
quality of your life, it may be time to consider joint replacement surgery. That’s
exactly what Polly Thomas, Vicki Vacca
and Katie Leonard did. All three decided
to do something about their chronic knee
pain, so they contacted Kirk Maes, MD ,
an Orthopaedic surgeon at Sebastian
River Medical Center.
“It was just too painful to walk down
the hall to the cafeteria, so I often skipped
lunch or ate crackers at my desk,” said
Polly, Clinical Coordinator at Sebastian
River Medical Center. “Finally, the pain
was just too much and I went to Dr. Maes
for knee replacement surgery. ”Vicki has a
similar story. As the pain in her knee
worsened, she spent more and more time
on the couch after a long day working as a
PCU nurse at SRMC. “When I came
home, all I wanted to do was get off my
feet,” Vicki said. “Playing with my grandchildren was out of the question. ”Katie
had both knees replaced at the same time
and feels great now that her rehab is complete. “I had a specialized closure of the
procedure, which is now standard for all
patients,” she said. “I responded well to all
requirements given to me. ”According
the Dr. Maes, Orthopedic patients benefit
from Sebastian River Medical Center’s
overall approach to joint replacement.
“The success of our orthopedic program,
including Joint Camp, is due to a team
effort by the dedicated staff at SRMC
,”said Dr. Maes. “I would specifically like
to recognize Kara Mauchenetti, Nurse
Practitioner, for her expertise in the program. ”Thanks to joint replacement surgery, Polly, Katie and Vicki have a new
lease on life. “I feel great,” Polly said.
“Before Dr. Maes performed the surgery, I
could barely walk. Now, I’m happy, mobile
and pain free. I work out on the treadmill
and lift weights - I even scuba dive! ”Vicki
couldn’t be happier with the results of her
surgery. “There’s no pain and have energy
plus,” Vicki said. “The surgery that Dr.
Maes performed truly changed my life. I
rank it up there with the birth of my
daughter and grandchildren.
Don’t let joint pain slow you
down – call (772) 581-5881 to
learn more about how joint
replacement surgery can help you
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FULL
SERVICE
SPA
VISION
True Colors Salon and Spa Makes
the Difference
How does a friendly environment
lead to better results? Simple, says
Courtney Turner, Owner of True
Colors, "When you know your service
provider won't be offended, you can
ask for what you want."
True Colors offers a wide array of
services from hair and nails to massage
and skin care, all in a luxurious and
spacious setting. Complimentary wine,
beverages and snacks await you in the
lounge, but its the attitude at True
Colors that sets it apart.
"I've seen some very nice places,
and I know there are a lot of very talented people out there, but the salon
and spas that I liked enough to return
to were the ones that made me feel
really comfortable. When I felt like I
was among friends, I could say 'oh, I
wear it this way,' or 'hey, that's too
light,' and that's when I would get
exactly what I wanted." Says Courtney.
"Think of me as a client advocate.
I've been a client much more than I've
been an owner, and I try to approach
my job from the client's perspective.
At True Colors, we reach out to you
and try to create a relationship where
you feel comfortable telling us anything, even what you don't like, so that
you get precisely what you want. When
I recruit our talent, I make sure they
are like us: people who love people.”
“So if you're like me, you've seen
plenty of salon and spas, and you've
had plenty of mediocre outcomes. I
invite you to my salon and spa, True
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CARE
Dr. Stephen M. Tate
joins New Vision
Eye Center
There is excitement in the air
at New Vision Eye Center!
The legendary Dr. Paul V. Minotty,
one of the nations leading cataract surgeons and voted top Ophthalmologist
by Vero Life magazine, is pleased and
proud to announce the association of
Stephen M. Tate, MD to his New
Vision Eye Center in Vero Beach.
Dr. Tate left a successful practice in
South Carolina to move to Vero Beach
because of his close family ties to the
established Vero Beach Medical
Community and his respect for the
dynamic group of talented physicians at
New Vision. Dr. Stephen Tate is the
most recently trained ophthalmologist
in the area, underscoring New Vision's
ongoing commitment to bring the most
current technology available to their
patients in the most personal and caring
way possible. His interests and specialty
includes management of retinal and
glaucoma diseases, laser surgery and
premium cataract surgery with multifocal
intraocular lenses. Dr. Tate is also available
for general eye exams.
It is always interesting to find out
what motivates people to choose a career
path. In Dr. Tate’s case it was a family
friend and fellow ophthalmologist who
inspired him to get into ophthalmology.
Dr. Tate later had Lasik Surgery while
in medical school. He remembers, “it was
an awesome experience, I knew then I
wanted to specialize in eye care”.
Originally from Charleston, West
Virginia, Dr. Tate attended college at
Hampton-Sydney College in Virginia,
interned in Columbus, Ohio and did his
residency at the West Virginia University
Eye Institute before going into private
practice in South Carolina. He is Board
Certified by the American Board of
Ophthalmology, a member of the Indian
River County Medical Society, the
Florida Medical Association, and the
American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Dr. Tate has had some very memorable and challenging cases. One was a
14 year old who had a pen lodged in his
left eye. His eyesight was restored, thanks
to leading edge technology known as the
AcrySof ReStor multifocal intraocular
lens and the compassion of Dr. Tate.
Tate made a request to Alcon, the company that produces intraocular lenses,
to donate the lens while he waived his
surgical fee to make sure the young
man could see again. After surgery the
patient once again had 20/20 vision.
This is just the kind of passion that
makes a great physician. Kudos’ Dr. Tate!
Dr. Tate enjoys spending time with his
lovely wife, two adorable children and
their two dogs and cat. When time allows
playing golf and cycling come next.
While joining Dr. Paul V. Minotty,
Dr. David J. O’Brien, Dr. Roger J. Meyer
and Dr. James E. Copeland, Jr., Tate is
committed to excellence and taking care
of virtually all your eye care needs. You
can find them at 777 37th Street, Suite
D-103 (Kurtell Medical Center) in
Vero Beach. Telephone 772.257.8700
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NATURAL
STRESS
AND
PAIN
RELIEF
Qigong (chi gung) is an ancient Chinese
health care system that integrates physical postures,
breathing techniques and focused intention.
find the fun in life again.
New hope for your
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Would you like to take part in the future of
your health?
Would you like to restore the natural ability of your body function free of
pain and/or stress? Would you like to
take an active part in restoring your
health and assist your physicians in
their quest to heal you? Do you want to
protect and preserve the precious
health you have and reverse the onset
of illness? If your answer is yes, would
you be willing to invest 20 minutes
each day in an enjoyable activity?
According to the recent October
2009 Mayo Clinic Health Letter, an
investment of 20 minutes each day
practicing the slow rhythmic movements and breathing techniques of
qigong (say chee-kung) can produce
profound health benefits. Qigong is an
ancient form of exercise that originated
in China thousands of years ago.
Diagnosed with lung cancer, my oncologist suggested soft qigong to enhance
my spiritual, mental and physical
health. What I discovered? It is easy to
learn, requires no equipment, no special
place to practice, and is accessible to
everyone regardless of age or physical
abilities - and it has no side effects.
Though there are many schools and
styles of qigong, they all integrate three
fundamentals: posture and movement,
breath, mind and consciousness to create
a relaxed exercise that accelerates the
body’s natural healing.
Qigong is completely complimentary
to Western medicine. Mayo Clinic
emphasizes certain benefits such as
stress reduction can be seen in as little
as one day. After regular practice (10-12
weeks) practitioners often report lower
blood pressure, better sleeping patterns,
improved digestive and cardiovascular
health, as well as greater flexibility, balance, and decrease in depression and
the general effects of aging. Start 2010
investing in the future of your health
with one of the many classes and
workshops at our area’s beaches, parks,
community centers, gyms, doctors offices
or with private lessons.
Contact: Joyce Horton cell - 970-443-5038 • Certified Qigong Instructor, Member NQA
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HEARING
by Cindy Bryant
Okeechobee office: J.C. Cardwell, HIS
Kim Harris-Smith and Bill Smith have a
passion to make sure you can HEAR
BETTER. The passion comes from their
individual loss experiences. Kim has suffered
from a genetic hearing loss and Bill from
Tinnitus. As Kim explains, “Since I have a
hearing loss, I feel as though I can offer patients
a clear grasp of what they can realistically
expect when being fitted with hearing aids.
Also, I can totally relate to the frustrations
clients are feeling and I know how important
it is for us to match the performance of hearing
instruments to a person’s specific hearing needs.”
Their professionally experienced team
are available 24 HOURS A DAY AND
SEVEN DAYS A WEEK, to provide immediate care for patients who experience any
problems with their hearing instruments. InHome services are also offered for patients
who are unable to drive to any of their 5
Audibel offices. Bill and Kim own Audibel
offices located in Sebastian, Vero Beach, Fort
Pierce, Port St. Lucie and Okeechobee and
are proud that they have the most technologically advanced instruments in the industry.
“All of our equipment is state-of-the-art and
we conduct in-depth examinations, fittings
and our after-care program is of the utmost
Sebastian office:Chris Partlow HIS
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Family Owned and Op erated Audibel Hearing
in Five Locations to Serve Everyone!!!
Fort Pierce office: Bill Smith BC-HIS, owner
and by appointment on Friday evenings and
Saturday’s. Visit their friendly professional handpicked family staff in the following locations:
1.877.498.HEAR
www.audibelhearingcenters.com
Vero Beach – 4025 20th Street
772.569.0444
Sebastian – 1515 U.S. Highway 1, Suite 104,
772.388.2343
Fort Pierce – 800 Virginia Avenue, Suite 42,
772.465.2141
Port St. Lucie, 9578 South Federal Highway,
772.337.6452
Okeechobee, 3545 Highway 441 South,
863.467.5333
Vero Beach office: left to right, Pat Miller, Office Manager, Priscilla Perry, Accountant,
Jennifer Smith Cardwell, HIS and Kim Harris Smith HIS, owner
importance,” Bill tells me. With over 100 years
of combined experience there is no one else
to compare with the professionals at Audibel
to help you HEAR BETTER! They are
licensed by the Division of Medical Quality
Assurance and Bill is Nationally Board
Certified.
Recent technological improvements have
revolutionized hearing devices.
Now,
through computer assistance, hearing devices
can be programmed with data that is stored
in a memory chip. “We are able to use our computer to calibrate information in the hearing
device to fit specific situations, for example,
we can simulate a patient in a home situation. We have sound from the television
going, dogs barking, dishwasher operating and
dishes rattling and we can regulate the sound
information in the hearing device’s memory
chip to allow the correct adjustments for
BETTER COMFORTABLE HEARING.”
Bill explains.
The new exciting technology includes the
size, they are so small in the some cases they
are almost undetectable.
The Audibel hearing instruments average
life span is seven to 10 years unlike the traditional industry average of three to five years.
Kim and Bill credit Audibel’s free after-care
program with providing the proper maintenance that prolongs the life of the device.
Open 9am to 4pm Monday through Friday
Fort Pierce office: Bill Wilson, HIS
Port St. Lucie office:Russ Montgomery BC-HIS
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Dr. Hema Rao continued from page 32
by Cindy Bryant
Dr. Hema Rao Expands
Practice to Include Triveni,
An Aveda Spa
“Definitely not a typical doctor’s office.”
Triveni Spa, an Aveda Salon, is not an ordinary spa
that helps you look pretty on the surface. Instead, Triveni
Spa was conceived to help you actually look and feel
beautiful, naturally.
Triveni in Sanskrit, the ancient Indian language, means
“confluence of three rivers” and refers to a site where the
three rivers of ancient India meet to create a nexus with nearmystical healing and rejuvenation powers. Generations of
Indians have made the trip to Triveni to bathe in these sacred
waters for renewal of the mind, body and spirit.
Dr. Hema Rao, a local oncologist in Vero Beach,
has expanded her medical practice to include this spa
and wellness center. Dr. Rao has always focused on
treating each patient as a whole person, not just their
diagnosis or disease. She feels that knowledge and
information of all aspects of one’s self is very important at all stages of the cancer journey. A comprehensive complementary program in addition to the mainstream medical treatment can help patients through
the healing process and improve their quality of life.
I sat down with her daughter, Swathi Rao, who
was instrumental in bringing to life her mother’s
dream. In less than 10 days, Swathi was able to
expand and transform Dr. Rao’s medical office into
an aromatic, comforting setting for both patients and spa
guests. Definitely not your typical doctor’s office or spa at
all but the best of both worlds.
When Dr. Rao first started her practice, the typical
patient was aged 52. Then, she became concerned as she
started seeing a number of patients in their 20s, so she
began to investigate why. One possible reason is the
increased exposure to chemicals and other artificial elements. Given that the skin is the body’s largest organ,
anything that we put on our body is inevitably absorbed
internally, such as the petrochemicals in most bath and
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beauty products. Dr. Rao did a considerable amount of research before focusing on
Aveda. Aveda is one of the largest purchasers of organic ingredients in the personal
care industry. 90% of their essential oils and 89% of their raw herbal ingredients are
certified organic.
Triveni Spa offers a variety of services including hair color, style and treatment services, facials, body treatments, including manicures and pedicures, depilatory services, massage & spa treatments, as well as Aveda’s full range of hair, skin and makeup products.
All services incorporate aromatherapy and reflexology so clients begin with a
consultation to find out what oils will best suit you. Those oils are used during your
salon and spa treatments and products can be customized so that you can incorporate
them in your daily life.
As a certified yoga teacher, Dr. Rao has always incorporated complementary healing modalities such as yoga and massage into her practice. She also hosts lectures and
workshops on a wide range of wellness topics. Adding a salon and spa that uses only
the most natural products is the next step in her vision of providing the best care for
the mind, body and spirit.
Kudos to Swathi for making her mother’s dream come true.
Visit Dr. Hema Rao and Swathi at Triveni Spa, located at 985 37th Place, Vero
Beach, Florida. Telephone 772.569.7546 or e-mail [email protected]
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The Sebastian River Medical Center
Proudly Announces the
BEST PEOPLE MAKING A DIFFERENCE
2009 EMPLOYEES OF THE YEAR
NURSE OF THE YEAR
Cynthia Bourg, RN
Progressive Care Unit
DEPARTMENT MANAGER
OF THE YEAR
Sheri Culbertson
Accounting/Business
Office Manager
FOURTH QUARTER AWARDS
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LIVING
By the River Celebrates Grand Opening
Giving Seniors the Chance to Live Affordably
in Life Enhancing Community
By the River is giving seniors the
chance to age in place at its new ecofriendly, independent residential community for 41 low-income, frail seniors
ages 62 and over. A $6.5 million capital
campaign was recently completed through
the support of community, county and
state. This community-wide effort to
take care of seniors was celebrated at
the “Welcome Home” grand opening
on Dec. l4, 2009.
The first of its kind in Indian River
County, BTR has been recognized for its
innovation as a sustainable solution for
aging and has been deemed a demonstration
Resource Association, Visiting Nurse
Association and other home health
providers, Boys and Girls Club and Food
for Families. A full spectrum of programs
designed to keep seniors engaged and
active include intergenerational activities,
volunteer opportunities, art and music
classes, health lectures, fitness plans, and
day trips.
The community features four buildings with 10 units and private baths, and
shared kitchens and community areas,
such as a library, computer lab and nondenominational chapel. It is built on
five acres of land designed to preserve
project by the Department of Elder
Affairs. It is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization committed to providing compassionate
care to the aging population, those living
in poverty and to their caregivers.
“We who care for seniors give of our
heart,” said Durga Das Hutner, President
of By the River. “But seniors have so
much to give back. We hope By the River
is a model for compassionate giving and
helps seniors lead vibrant, healthy and
active lives.”
BTR has formed a community partnership to provide care, services and
activities to residents. Its network includes
Volunteers of America Florida, Senior
the native foliage and is adjacent to the
St. Sebastian River and the Kashi spiritual community. Units are designated
for those living at 30-50% the median
income level (or earning $12,250$20,400 annually.) It is open to people
nationwide, specifically the frail elderly
who are lacking in two areas of daily
living, such as those who may need
assistance with cooking or transportation
or have limited vision, hearing or walking ability.
For more information or to inquire
about qualifications for residency, please
call 772-388-5858 or visit us online at
www.BytheRiver.org.
Meredith Kegerreis
CT Tech in Department
of Radiology
OUTSTANDING EMPLOYEE
NURSE EXCELLENCE
Sharon Mick, RN
Ka Wright
Cynthia Bourg, RN
Pharmacy
SENIOR
EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR
DEPARTMENT MANAGER
Department Manager
INDEPENDENT
Progressive Care Unit
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VNA HOSPICE SERVICES
SRMC’s Newest Doctors
Meet SRMC’s newest additions to their medical staff. They bring
with them a wealth of experience in their fields of practice . . .
Richard Handler, MD – Nephrology
Dr. Handler earned his medical degree from Washington University
of School of Medicine, (MO). He interned and completed his
residency at the University of Florida College of Medicine
Affliated Hospitals. Dr. Handler received his Fellowship from the
University of Florida College of Medicine Affliated Hospitals and
is board certified in Internal Medicine/Nephrology. You may
contact him at Vero Renal Associates, P.A.
777 37th Street, Suite C-107 in Vero Beach, Florida. 772.562.3234
Richard B. Moore, MD, FACC - Cardiology
Dr. Moore earned his medical degree from the University of Miami
School of Medicine. He performed his internship at Northwestern
Memorial Hospital in Illinois. Dr. Moore completed his residency at
Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Loyola University Medical
Center in Illinois. He received his Cardiovascular Fellowship from
Albert Einstein Medical Center in Pennsylvania and is board certified
in Internal Medicine and Cardiology. You may contact Dr. Moore at
787 37th Street, Suite E-140 in Vero Beach, Florida. 772.778.8687
Edgard Chavez, MD - Internal Medicine
Dr. Chavez earned his medical degree from the National University
Federico Villarreal in Lima, Peru. He conducted his internship and
residency at Raritan Bay Medical Center in Perth Amboy, (NJ).
Dr. Chavez certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
You may contact him at Chavez Jo Internal Medicine, located at
1636 N. Central Avenue, Suite 100 in Sebastian, Florida.
Telephone 772.388.9066
Tune into
"Cindy's Health Beat & Where to Eat"
WPSL 1590AM Tuesdays 10am to 11am and a
new show every Saturday on WTTB 1490AM,
2pm to 3pm. Great conversations regarding
your health, wellness, fitness plus dining and
entertainment venues in our communities.
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Kathy Parker, R.N.
VNA Welcomes New Vice President
of Hospice Services
The Visiting Nurse Association of the
Treasure Coast is pleased to announce
that Kathy Parker, RN, has been selected
as the organization’s Vice President of
Professional Services for its hospice
program.
“We are excited about Kathy joining
our team here at the VNA of the
Treasure Coast,” said Jim Newbrough,
President and CEO of the non-profit
organization. “Her experience and
expertise in end-of-life care will be a
great addition to our wonderful VNA
Hospice program.”
Parker brings to the VNA more than
twenty-five years of administrative and
managerial experience, leadership, and
patient care, having started her career as
a nurse. In her new role, she will be
responsible for the management and
direction of all aspects of the VNA’s hospice program.
Prior to joining the VNA, Parker
served as the Executive Administrator with
Southerncare Hospice in Birmingham,
Alabama, where she provided leadership,
program development, and patient-centered
care to the staff and management team.
In addition to working at Southerncare
Hospice, Parker’s experience also includes
serving as the Lead Case Manager of
Wellpointe, Inc. in Indianapolis, Indiana,
where she developed a case management
program for high-risk patients. Parker
has also served in management and
administrator roles for United Healthcare,
Inc., Clarian Health Partners, Inc., and
Preferred Home Care, all located in Indiana.
“I am delighted to be a part of this
wonderful organization and excited to be
a part of such a caring and dedicated
group. The VNA Hospice program is
truly committed in its mission to serve
the patients and families of Indian River
County. I look forward to working with
such a tremendous team.”
Parker earned her Bachelor of Science
in Nursing from Indiana University and
is currently working toward completion
of her Master of Nursing degree from the
Indiana University Purdue University at
Indianapolis.
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NURSE ON CALL
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As a Medicare certified agency, Nurse On Call has been providing home
healthcare services since 1989 and recognize the importance of technical skills
needed to care for you with dignity and respect. Their staff is composed of professionals who have demonstrated the sincere desire to help people, even in the most
adverse conditions. Nurse On Call takes pride in offering the following therapy
services, intended to assist you in the comfort of your home:
LOW VISION PROGRAM to help visually impaired individuals perform activities of daily living
independently and create a safe home environment
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manual Lymphatic Drainage massage by certified clinicians.
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Bay Street Pharmacy
& Home Health Care
Independently owned
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for over 20 years.
NEW....now offering customized prescriptions by patient,
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• Complete Prescription services including compounding
• Diabetic Specialists with a great line of Diabetic Shoes.
• Full line of medical equipment, bathroom safety equipment and other sick room needs.
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Audibel Hearing
Bay Street Pharm
Caretenders
Champion Home Health
Consulate Health Care
David DePutron MD
David Griffin MD
David Obrien MD
East Coast Clinical Serv
Florida Eye Institute
Indian River Medical Center
James Copeland MD
Karen Todd MD
Life Ionizers
Marcus Malone, MD
Millers Healthmart Pharm
New Vision Eye Center
Nightingale
Nurse on Call
Orthopaedic Center of Vero
Paul Minotty MD
Perkins Medical Supply
Preferred Care at Home
Richard Steinfeld MD
Roger Meyer MD
Royal Palm
Sebastian Family Walk In
Sebastian River Home Health
Sebastian River
MedIcal Center
Sebastian Wound Care
Solantic
Stephen Tate MD
Thomas Baudo MD
Trivenia Spa
True Colors
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VNA
Solution to Scramble on page 59
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MY
BRAIN
TUMOR
Don’t Let Your Handicap Stop Your Dreams!
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time. Determined, I kept undergoing
hours of therapy and rehabilitation.
After this major change in my life
and everything I have been though,
knowing life is too short and you
never know when it is going to end,
made me more determined to go after
my dream. I have always wanted my
own business.
During my childhood my parents
had a catering business and I always
loved to cook and make people happy
with food. So, through my childhood
experiences of always being around
food, having survived everything I
have been though from the brain surgery, I took a second mortgage on my
house and opened Gattuso’s Italian
Specialty Market located at 900 SW
Martin Downs Boulevard in Palm
City, Florida. The store is a recreation
of the mom and pop market that I
grew up with and a lot of people know
about because it reminds them of their
local corner market. The store also
resembles an old European market
with sounds of Italian music in the
background and the smells of food
cooking. I get help from Eli Rich, who
is a retired food chemist. With his
experience as a food chemist and culinary education he knows how ingredients come together to make a particular flavor. Eli has a scientific approach
where I have a home grown approach.
The combination of the two of us
together really works. I pride myself
with giving each new customer a personal touch and showing them what I
have to offer and suggest cooking ideas
to them. I have some recipes posted
throughout the store and write a
monthly food column which is published
Photo: Dick Hall; Out2News
In May, 2004 I was diagnosed with
a brain tumor. I under went 8 hours of
brain surgery which left me completely deaf in my right ear. Right after the
surgery we got hit with two hurricanes,
Frances and Jeanne, while I was trying
to recover, and had no power for 14
days, more trauma. Then I developed
fluid on my brain and found I developed scar tissue in the form of a cyst
on my brain. I had to go back to the
hospital in October, 2004. After the
surgery I was unable to walk without
falling down for several years because
my balance was off. I found out the
cause several years later, it was because
the nerve tissues in my deaf ear were
partially alive, therefore, it did not
compensate for my partially deaf left
ear to give me back my balance. The
two years following the brain surgery I
went through invasive treatments to
try and deaden the nerves to give me
my balance back. Since I had been
extremely active all my life, this
became a daily challenge to get around
without falling over and very traumatic to me to not be able to do the things
I had enjoyed doing.
In April, 2006 a new set of doctors
at the University of Miami told me
about a BAHA. A Bone Anchored
Hearing Aid which is implanted in
your skull. In October, 2006 the doctors performed the surgery and placed
the BAHA in my skull. The doctors
would not fit me for the BAHA until
April of 2007. This whole experience
was a life altering situation for me
whereas I had to live with this for the
rest of my life. So, here I am deaf in
one ear, 50% deaf in the other ear, poor
balance and falling on my butt all the
Paula S. Macri, Owner
Gattuso’s Italian Specialty Market
900 SW Martin Downs Boulevard
Palm City, Florida 34990
772-781-3004
[email protected]
in five newspapers for
Seabreeze Publications.
Everything in the store is
customer driven and I have sourced
out the best of the best. My customers
love the personal touch and the stories
behind the food. They tell me that no
other store or market does this.
It seems like just yesterday when I
opened the store but this is my 3rd
year. I have added a Caffe’ serving
sandwiches and have prepared meals
to go along with catering for parties.
This has been my life long passion,
to own my own business! Even though
I am handicapped and still have
problems with my balance and falling
over, it does not stop my determination to keep going one day at a time.
Remember, life is too short! Don’t let
your handicap stop you from living
your dreams! I am! I pray to God
everyday giving thanks for waking up
and enjoying life.
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LOCAL PEOPLE MAKING A DIFFERENCE
AWA R D
WINNING
PERSONALITIES
NURSE ON CALL
Cheryl Marsland,
RD, LD/N, CNSD
Nurse on Call Home Health Care offers enhanced
patient outcomes by using their registered dietician,
Cheryl Marsland. Cheryl will educate patients and caregives about food drug interactions, problems associated
with weight and loss of appetite, enteral and parental
nutrition problems, hydration counseling, diabetes self
management problems and more!
Sherry Hall,
Accounts Payable Supervisor
FLORIDA EYE INSTITUTE/
It is a privilege to announce the promotion of Sherry
Hall to Accounts Payable Supervisor. She is extremely
organized offering superior attention to detail. Her
professional business experience combined with her high
ethical standards makes her a vital resource to the
Florida Eye Institute. She is a treasured colleague
and a blessing to work with.
AUDIBEL HEARING
Chris Partlow, HIS
Employee of the Year
Chris Partlow, a state-licensed hearing aid specialist in
Sebastian, makes a difference every hour, every day, in the
lives of many people. Whether the patient purchased an
Audibel hearing aid from him or a hearing aid from
someone else, he patiently and with sincere caring, helps
them hear sounds and conversations they’ve been missing.
“I treat my patients the way I would want to be treated,
with gentle hands and compassion,” said Partlow, employee
of the year with Audibel Hearing Care Centers. “I’m just
dedicated to helping people hear to the very best of their
ability and will not give up until they do.”
Chris is located in the Sebastian office of Audibel Hearing
Care Centers , 1515 US 1, Suite 104.
Tomas Vargas,
Facilities Manager
FLORIDA EYE INSTITUTE/
It is an honor to announce Tomas Vargas as the
Facilities Manager at the Florida Eye Institute. His past
experience in construction and building management
make him an extraordinary asset to our company. He is
both professional and reliable. His commitment to both
the staff and the patients is evident in his quality of
work and dependability. He is a dedicated team member
and a valued employee.
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FLORIDA EYE INSTITUTE/
Kim Feliciano,
COA
It is exciting to acknowledge Kim Feliciano of the Florida
Eye Institute. She is a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant with
many years of dedicated experience. Her devotion to the
patients, staff and the community are evident in her willingness to give. She offers much of her time outside of work to
her church and volunteering, most recently with the
American Breast Cancer Association. She is a respected and
appreciated member of the staff at the Florida Eye Institute.
Kelly Green,
Medical Receptionist
FLORIDA EYE INSTITUTE/
It is a great pleasure to recognize Kelly Green
for a remarkable job as Medical Receptionist
at the Florida Eye Institute. Her willingness to work
hard and her eagerness to help patients and staff is
refreshing. Her amazing sense of humor and kind
hearted nature make her beloved by her team. She
is dependable, flexible and loyal which make her such
a talented resource here at the Florida Eye Institute.
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IRMC Installation of Auxiliary Officers
More than 100 guests attended the Annual Auxiliary of Indian River
Medical Center Installation Luncheon held at Vero Beach Country
Club. Mary Jane Stewart, director, Volunteer Services, installed the
new officers, from left: Marty Preuss, treasurer; Barbara Sylvester,
1st vice president; Peggy Levin, 2nd vice president; Pete Hoffman,
president; Mary Jane Stewart; Jane Weick, 3rd vice president; Marge
Maki, recording secretary; Polly Dennison, corresponding secretary;
and Kathy Dirocco, assistant treasurer.
Incoming Auxiliary of
IRMC President Pete
Hoffman, left, took over
the gavel from Jeanne
Warren who served as
president the last two
years. Pete is only the second male president in the
Auxiliary, established in
1952. Hoffman praised
Warren for her exemplary
service and presented her
with a glass engraved tray
as a token of thanks.
Local Surgeon Among First in Country to Use New
Intraocular Lens for Cataract Patients With Presbyopia
A revolutionary advance in cataract
surgery has been introduced this month
by Val Zudans, M.D. of the Florida Eye
Institute in Vero Beach. Crystalens AO
is the latest generation of flexible
intraocular lenses by Bausch and Lomb
that provides patients with a full range of
quality vision (near, intermediate and
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distance), and greatly reduces reliance on
glasses. Dr. Zudans is one of just four surgeons in the state of Florida and one of
just thirty-five surgeons in the United
States that was selected as an investigator in Bausch & Lomb Surgical’s Field
Observation Study for their new
Crystalens AO model. This lens will be
released to the general public in 2010.
The vast majority of patients who
undergo cataract surgery today receive
fixed single power lenses, which typically
require them to use reading glasses or
bifocals for near vision following surgery.
"With the new Bausch & Lomb
Crystalens AO IOL, patients have the
potential to see well near, far and everywhere in between," said Dr. Zudans.
"This new lens with an aspheric optic is
a breakthrough in cataract surgery that
we are proud to offer our patients."
Bausch & Lomb Crystalens AO is a
foldable IOL and represents breakthrough technology because of its new
aspheric optic design. According to Dr.
Zudans, “The Crystalens platform for a
dynamic flexible lens that moves within
the eye to change focus from far to near
has been around for about seven years.
It has gone through several generations
of enhancements. The newest generation which is to be released to the general public in 2010 has an aspheric optic
design that is intended to improve the
optic quality.” The end benefit for
patients is an increased range of quality
vision that results in a high level of spectacle freedom. Through his participation in the Crystalens AO Field
Observation Study, Dr. Zudans has
already implanted ten lenses with this
latest technology. He is now scheduling
consultations at the Florida Eye Institute
for patients interested in this lens once it
is released to the general public in 2010.
A cataract is a "clouding" of the eye's
natural lens, which results in blurred or
defocused vision. According to a recent
article published in the Archives of
Ophthalmology, more than 20 million
adults in the U.S. have developed
cataracts making it the number one
cause of poor vision in the United States.
While not all cataracts require surgery,
nearly 3 million cataract procedures are
annually performed in the U.S. Cataracts
cannot be prevented and are the leading
cause of treatable blindness worldwide.
According to the National Eye Institute,
the number of Americans with cataracts
is expected to rise to over 30 million people by the year 2020.
Dr. Zudans completed his ophthalmology residency at the Bascom Palmer Eye
Institute at the University of Miami. He
is Board Certified by the American
Board of Ophthalmology. He earned his
undergraduate and medical degrees from
the University of Florida. He lectures
on the subject of advanced cataract and
refractive surgery to physicians and the
general public, including TV and radio
appearances.
Dr. Zudans performs no-needle, nostitch, clear-cornea cataract surgery to
minimize discomfort and speed recovery.
He uses this same highly advanced procedure for Crystalens AO cataract surgery.
Dr. Zudans' additional expertise in
refractive surgery such as LASIK,
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AST/LASEK and AK/LRI allow him to
further enhance the outcomes of cataract
and Crystalens procedures by correcting
residual astigmatism, myopia, and hyperopia.
For consultations, contact: Scheduling,
(772) 569-9500, Florida Eye Institute,
2750 Indian River Blvd., Vero Beach, FL
32960
Respiratory Scholarship 5K Race/Walk Exceeds Goal
$12,000 Raised Yields Lifetime Endowment
❤
Post-Op Patients
Wake Up to ‘Visions of
Sugarplums
Some extra smiling faces greeted
patients waking up from surgery in
Indian River Medical Center’s Post
Anesthesia Care Unit this holiday season, in addition to those of the staff
around them. As they opened their eyes,
on the ceiling were painted images of the
Grinch, Santa, Rudolph, Mickey Mouse,
Snoopy, an elf and Cindy Lou Who – all
created by Ann Sinoply, R.N., who has
worked in the recovery room since 1999.
Last Christmas, Sinoply created a
wreath decorated with bottles of nonnarcotic IV meds and a ‘green’ tree using
all recycled materials such as the cap lids
off IV bottle meds and caps off syringes
and a topper made of IV bag stoppers.
This year she decided to paint 10 plastic
light covers with cheerful characters so
patients had something nice to look up to.
“I thought we needed something nice for
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Ann Sinoply, R.N.,
PACU, with the wreath
and tree that she made
last holiday season.
A waving snowman painted on light covers greets
patients as they wake up in IRMC’s recovery room.
the patients because we have no windows
in here,” she said, adding that the children
waking up from their anesthesia seem to be
especially charmed. “I really enjoyed doing
it and everybody enjoys seeing it.”
Sinoply, a Sebastian resident, has been
painting since high school. She joined
IRMC in 1997 in Critical Care before
moving to PACU 10 years ago.
When the Indian River Medical
Center Respiratory Department named
a new memorial scholarship in honor of
coworker Patricia ‘Trish’ McQueen in
the summer, Rebecca Abbott, BSRT,
staff respiratory therapist, thought it
would take years to raise the amount of
money necessary to ensure that the
scholarship would exist forever.
“I thought it would take about four
years to raise the $10,000 necessary,”
she said.
Even after Audrey Slee, BSN,
Critical Care, who placed first in her
age category, suggested the idea of a 5K
race/walk, Rebecca still remained dubious about the rate at which money
would come rolling in. “I thought initially we might raise $5,000,” she said.
Other employees who placed in the
5K were Kevin Flanagan, RRT, who
placed second in the male 50- to 59-age
group; and Carol Kramer, R.N., Critical
Care, who placed first in the female 40to 49-age group.
But during the three months of planning for the race, it was evident that
through Rebecca’s efforts and the incredible perseverance of the 27-member
department, even more than the $10,000
needed for the endowment at Indian
River State College would materialize.
“We were all shocked and I couldn’t
believe it as we got closer to the goal,
Dr. Geoff Wolf, anesthesiologist, with his five
children before the start of the race. From left,
Adam, 9; Sarah, 6; Emma, 3; Rachel, 11; and
Kyle, 8. In the male 12-and-under category,
Adam placed second and Kyle placed third;
Rachel placed first for girls.
but at the same time, I knew we could
do it with Rebecca’s efforts and that of
our whole department,” said Tim
Howald, RRT, lead clinical specialist.
As word of the race and goodwill for
the good and selfless person that Trish
was spread, more and more people came
forward to ask how they could help.
More than 50 employees and their families participated in the race/walk and
more than 40 physicians gave at least
$100 to have their name on the race Tshirt. In total, more than 150 men,
woman and children participated in the
race held at South Beach Park. Local
banks, groceries, real estate companies
and other businesses all served as sponsors. Runner’s Depot of Vero Beach
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organized the event.
Trish’s sisters, Donna D’Alessandro
of Palm Bay, and Nancy Heidt of
Sebastian, were on hand to present
medals. Tammy Dunphy, RRT, created
badge holders that she sold to buy the
medals for the race.
“Compassion, respect, teamwork.
Those three values sum up how our
hospital runs itself. I could not have
done this without all of these people
pitching in,” Rebecca said.
And by raising $12,000 rather than
the $10,000 needed for the lifetime
endowment, a $600 scholarship will be
given out in Trish’s name to a graduating IRSC respiratory student each year
– a $100 increase over what it would
have been.
❤
SRMC Holiday Ball
the group at the holiday ball when they were
announced as winners for the year.
L-R, Sheri Culbertson, Meredith Kegerreis,
Cynthia Bourg, RN
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Gingerbread ‘Pagoda’
Delights Children of All
Ages
Dale Heffner put the finishing touches on his
gingerbread pagoda.
When you or I combine licorice sticks,
candy canes, Hershey kisses, gum drops
and Red Hots, we get a sweet snack. When
Dale Heffner, Indian River Medical
Center Patient Food Service manager,
combines them – along with 50 hours of
labor – he gets a tiered tower with multiple
eaves that delights everyone who sees it.
Heffner began creating the gingerbread pagoda that is on display in the
hospital Cafeteria the weekend of
Halloween. He has made a gingerbread
creation at Christmastime every year
with the exception of one since he was
inspired when seeing a similar display in
1978 while in Hawaii.
This year’s creation – which also
resembles a Christmas tree – began with
Internet research of pagoda designs.
Heffner then measured for proportions
and drew his design out on graph paper.
Then the baking started. He baked sheets of
gingerbread, 3/4 –inch thick, and attached
them to plywood supports. He placed a light
inside the pagoda and began placing his
candy decorations in places that would be
hard to reach as the project went on.
His only enemy – humidity! And he
did have a bit of a scare this year when the
A/C at his home went out unexpectedly.
The end result is a fantasyland of lakes
with swans, bridges, snow, icicles, poinsettias, flowers and candy hearts. The icy
frosting is created with ‘royal icing’ that is
made from egg whites and powdered sugar.
Heffner’s creations are made each year
for the annual Festival of Trees where
they are auctioned off to benefit
Riverside Children’s Theatre. This year,
Marty and Ginger Gibson, Ruby Eagle
donors at IRMC, purchased the tree and
donated it back to the hospital for display.
“More than anything I do it for the
children. When you see the kids come up
and look at it, their eyes just light up,”
Heffner said.
❤
Sebastian River Medical
Center’s Expansion Update
• The parking lot lighting is up and in place.
• Florida Power and Light has installed
the new power vault and conduits.
• The foundation and the slab on grade
for the new building are currently
being poured.
• Structural steel to be delivered and
erected next week.
• The next few weeks will be very exciting
as we watch our new addition grow!
VNA of the Treasure Coast Selected as One of
Indian River County's 2009 Best Places to Work
We are pleased to announce that
the VNA of the Treasure Coast was
recently selected as one of Indian
River County's 2009 Best Places to
Work by Workforce Solutions. Our
educational programs, benefits, and
associate wellness initiatives were
cited as contributing factors in our
selection for this honor. For information about how you can join our team,
please visit the "Careers" page of our
website, www.vnatc.com.
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INDIAN
RIVER
COUNTY
DIRECTORY
The following telephone listings secured by direct mailing lists cross checked with cooperating community hospital medical staff. January 2010
Sebastian River Medical Center
13695 U.S. Highway One, Sebastian, FL 32958 • (772) 589-3186
Protecting Those Who Wander
Are you interested in learning more about how to protect loved ones with
Alzheimer’s disease or dementia?
Do you know any Alzheimer’s or dementia caregivers who are stressed about
the safety of their loved one?
Do you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia who has wandered
and become lost?
Project Lifesaver is a FREE program that can answer
and help with the above questions.
-AA Moments Notice Health . . .772-978-9092
A Nurses Touch Healthcare . . .772-778-2201
A Physician’s Choice Home Health 772-228-9515
A Place for Health . . . . . . . . .772-567-6700
Acupuncture Associates Wellness 772-559-5758
Adan, Pamela, DC . . . . . . . . .772-589-6413
Adams, Gregory F., MD . . . .772-299-4419
Adams, Katherine, MD . . . . .772-567-4311
Adkins, Timothy, MD . . . . . .772-581-2045
Advanced Hearing Aid Center, Inc. 772-567-2811
Advanced Motion Therapeutic . .772-299-7272
Aldana, Peter, MD . . . . . . . . .772-794-3527
Ally, Nicola, M.D. . . . . . . . . .772-589-1995
Alonso, Pedro, M.D. . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Alternative Medicine Clinic . .772-589-8931
Alternative Medicine Family .772-778-8877
Altieri, Joseph, MD . . . . . . . .772-569-3100
Alzheimer & Parkinson Assoc. .772-563-0505
Amedisys Home Health Care . .772-564-0553
American Cancer Society
Vero Beach . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-562-2272
Amercan Eldercare . . . . . . . .321-421-1521
Anderson, Janet, MD . . . . . .772-794-7791
Anthony, Lisa R., MD . . . . . .772-581-0307
Arbors at the Lakes at
Pointe West . . . . . . . . . . . .772-299-7907
Astles, Robert, DMD . . . . . . .772-562-5700
Atamer, Erol, MD . . . . . . . . .772-567-6340
Atlantic Healthcare Center . .772-567-2552
Atwell, J Robin, MD . . . . . . .772-569-7606
Audibel Hearing Care Centers 772-569-0444
Audibel Hearing Vero . . . . .772-569-0444
Audibel Hearing Sebastian .772-388-2343
Audibel Hearing Okeechobee863-467-5333
For more information contact the Project Lifesaver
Coordinator, Christa Ksiezopolski at the Alzheimer
& Parkinson Association of Indian River County.
772-563-0505
email: [email protected]
2300 5th Avenue, Suite 150
Vero Beach, Florida 32960
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Funding for Project Lifesaver is provided
by the Treasure Coast Pilot Club.
Aurora, II Alf . . . . . . . . . . . .772-770-2021
Austria,Martin, M.D. . . . . . . .772-567-9711
-BBaggett, Kathleen, MD . . . . .772-567-1164
Bailey, Michael, DMD . . . . .772-567-7510
Balius, Anastasia Marie, MD . .772-562-0163
Baker, II Fredrick, MD . . . . . .772-567-6340
Baker, Seth, DO . . . . . . . . . .772-388-4606
Bakule, Paul, MD . . . . . . . . .772-562-2524
Barns, Allen, MD . . . . . . . . .772-794-0179
Barrett, Nancy, MD . . . . . . . .772-978-0339
Bartkus Chiropractic Ctr . . . .772-569-0500
Bartucci, Robert J., MD . . . .772-794-0179
Baudo, Thomas, MD . . . . .772-569-9500
Bay Street Pharmacy
and Home Health Care . .772.589.2043
Bayola, Juan, MD . . . . . . . . .772-257-8224
Becker, Ferdinand, MD . . . . .772-234-3700
Beckett, Jr., W Clark, MD . . .772-567-6602
Bedell, Robert, L. MD . . . . . .772-234-3700
Befanis, Paul, MD . . . . . . . . .772-581-1300
Benjamin Jr Johnny, MD . . .772-978-7808
Benkendorf, Robert, M.D. . . .772-581-2045
Benson, Ray, DDS . . . . . . . .772-778-1446
Betancourt, James, DMD . . .772-567-5981
Betancourt, Kay, DMD . . . . .772-567-5981
Biezunski, David, MD . . . . . .772-569-6112
Bigay, Felix, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-770-6116
Bisset, R, MD . . . . . . . . . . . .772-562-0163
Blecker, Edgar, MD . . . . . . . .772-581-0016
Borgmeier, Jr., Paul, MD . . .772-569-5773
Borja, Allison, MD . . . . . . . .772-794-3364
Borja, Eduardo, MD . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Borromeo, Mercedes, MD . .772-770-9712
Family Owned and Operated
Audibel Hearing
in Five Locations to
Serve Everyone!
Vero Beach
772.569.0444
Sebastian
772.388.2343
Fort Pierce
772.465.2141
Port St. Lucie
772.337.6452
Okeechobee
863.467.5333
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Boshers, Beau, MD . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Boyd, J.Barry . . . . . . . . . . . .772-234-3700
Bragg, Crystal, LMT . . . . . . .772-633-1143
Branigan, III Edward, MD . . .772-569-6600
Braun, Frederick C., MD . . . .772-562-5662
Braun, William J., MD . . . . .772-794-0179
Bronstema, C.J.DO . . . . . . . .772-581-2045
Brown, Hal, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-567-6340
Bucaj, Al, DMD . . . . . . . . . . .772-569-4118
Buena Vista Eyeland . . . . . .772-388-9330
Bullard, Emily, DC . . . . . . . . .772-589-8744
Bullard, James, DC . . . . . . . .772-589-8744
Burge, K, MD . . . . . . . . . . . .772-569-6109
Buro, Dominick, DO . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Burton, Diana, MD . . . . . . . .772-299-1404
Butler, Robert, MD . . . . . . . .772-569-9500
By The River . . . . . . . . . . .772-388-1518
Byer, Stuart, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Byers, Gordon. DDS . . . . . . .772-562-9029
Byers, John, DMD . . . . . . . .772-562-9029
-CCadena, Guillermo, MD . . . . .772-794-0179
Cain, James, MD . . . . . . . . .772-569-2330
Callahan, Charles, MD . . . . .772-299-7009
Callery, Robert, DDS . . . . . . .772-569-4424
Cancer Care Center of Sebastian 772-589-1995
Capraro, Francesca, MD . . . .772-589-2992
Cardriche, Dennis, MD . . . . .772-567-4311
Caretenders . . . . . . . . . . .772-794-9777
Carlin, Stephanie, DO . . . . . .772-257-8224
Carrera, E., MD . . . . . . . . . . .772.589.6844
Carstensen, Terry, DO . . . . . .772-299-1092
Carter, Eric, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Cassara Chiropractic Ctr . . . .772-562-7441
Castro, Claudia, MD . . . . . .321-953-4804
Celano, Charles, MD . . . . . . .772-562-8522
Cellini, Aldino, MD . . . . . . . .772-589-9998
Center for Wound Care &
Hyperbaric Medicine . . . .772-581-2070
Champion Home Health Care 772-257-0442
Chapman,Joshua, DMD . . . .772-388-0088
Charles, Silas, MD . . . . . . . .772-589-1995
Charnas, Jeanne, MD . . . . . .772-567-4311
Chatskiy, Dmitriy, DO . . . . . .772-567-4311
Chavez, Edgard, MD . . . . . . .772-388-9066
Chavez, Katiusca, MD . . . . . .772-388-9066
Cheries, Joseph, Psy.D. . . . .772-563-4666
Cho, Nancy, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-770-2664
Chodorow, Charles, DO . . . .321-953-4804
Chinese Acupuncture Clinic .772-589-7228
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Cimpean, Florina, MD . . . . . .772-567-4311
Cisneros, Luis, MD . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Clark Chiropractic Ctr . . . . .772-567-0771
Clay, Roger, DDS . . . . . . . . .772-770-2225
Clunis, Derrick, MD . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Coastal Physical Rehab Ctr . .772-589-3600
Coastal Radiation Oncology .772-774-4182
Cocks, Timothy, MD . . . . . .772-794-2227
Cofresi, Franklin, MD . . . . . .772-778-9621
Colgan, Andrew, DDS . . . . . .772-770-9191
Collela, Jay, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-562-0163
Collins, III, George, DMD . . .772-770-3246
Community Quick Medical Clinic .772-770-2070
Compass Medical . . . . . . . .772-564-0050
Consulate Health Care . . . .772-569-5107
Conway, Suzanne, DDS . . . .772-569-4118
Conway, Jr E, DDS . . . . . . . .772-569-4118
Conrad’s Cleaning Service . .772-794-2922
Cooney. William, M . . . . . . .772-978-7808
Copeland, James, MD . . . .772-257-8700
Coppola, Nicholas DO . . . . .772-567-4336
Cora Rehabilitation Clinics .772-562-8279
Cordner, Harold, MD . . . . . . .772-388-9998
Coren, Seth, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-569-2330
Council of Community Services . .772-978-5546
Courtyards of Vero Beach . . .772-567-4485
Crawford, Cynthia, MD . . . . .772-778-2107
Crawford, Joseph, MD . . . . .772-388-0239
Creelman, Wayne, MD . . . . .772-794-0179
Crisis Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . .772.562.2000
Crook, William, MD . . . . . . .772-774-4182
Cummings, Ian, MD . . . . . . .772-581-2045
-DDalili, Curtis, MD . . . . . . . . .772-794-2222
Dalili, Dean, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Damiani,Brad, MD . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Danquah, Louisa Appea, MD 772-589-3186
Dave,Vibhooti, DO . . . . . . . .772-978-7808
Davenport, Lynette, MD . . . . 772-589-6844
David, Michael, DC . . . . . . . .772-567-7777
DaVita Dialysis . . . . . . . . . . .772-589-9182
Davidson-Jockovich, Dawn, MD 772-581-2045
Davidson, John, MD . . . . . . .772-563-0146
De Putron, David, DO . . . .772-581-6900
Dean, Melissa, MD . . . . . . .772-567-1500
Dean, Raymond, MD . . . . . .772-567-4311
Dell, Paul, MD . . . . . . . . . . .772-581-5881
Della Porta, Raymond, DMD . .772-567-1025
Della Porta, Raymond II, DMD .772-567-1025
Deltor, Pierre, MD . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
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DeMar, Douglas, DPM . . . . .772-567-7430
DeMarta, Deborah, MD . . . . .772-778-4773
Deo Narine, Brian, MD . . . . .772-562-9923
DePutron, David DO . . . . . .772-581-6900
Dermody, Christopher, DMD .772-562-5150
Dermody, Rachelle, DMD . . .772-562-5150
Dermody Sr, Francis, DMD . .772-562-5150
Desrosiers, Joyce, OD . . . . .772-567-6513
Diaz, Luis, MD . . . . . . . . . . .772-581-2045
Dimaggio, Alberto , MD . . . .772-778-9621
Director, Kenneth, MD . . . . .772-567-6508
Dixie Oak Manor, Inc. . . . . . .772-564-9393
Domkowski, Patrick, MD . . .772-581-8003
Domurat, Frank, MD . . . . . . .772-589-0879
Doner, Kathy, MD . . . . . . . . .772-581-0221
Douglas Health Svc Llc . . . .772-770-0022
Dozier, James, MD . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Dreize, Richard, MD . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Duong, Raymond, MD . . . . .772-770-3859
Duvall III, George, MD . . . . .772-562-1275
Dziedzic, Stanley DO . . . . . .772-299-1092
-EEast Coast Clinical Services . .772.569-6000
Eberhart, Charles, MD . . . . .772-299-3511
Edwards, Donald, DMD . . . .772-567-3500
Edwards, Garry, PHD . . . . . .772-562-9152
Elder Helpline . . . . . . . . . . . .800-96ELDER
Elder's in Touch . . . . . . . . . .772-778-0888
Elrakabawy, Elsayed, MD . . . . .772-589-6844
Emerson, Benjamin, DDS MD .772-569-9700
Erickson, Larry. MD . . . . . . .772-646-6110
Espat, Pedro, DO . . . . . . . . .772-589-5600
-FFaber, Joana, MD . . . . . . . . .321-953-4804
Fagan, Teresa, MD . . . . . . . .772-562-6127
Farina, Gloria, MD . . . . . . . .772-778-9991
Faris, Samir, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-589-3186
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Farooq, M, MD . . . . . . . . . . .772-567-2277
Fegert, Virginia, MD . . . . . . .772-778-9621
Fellsmere Dental Ctr . . . . . .772-571-0187
Fellsmere Medical Ctr . . . . .772-571-9827
Ferguson, Karen, MD . . . . . .772-299-0721
Fermin, Eileen, MD . . . . . . . .772-589-0300
Fernandez, John, MD . . . . . .772-581-2045
Ferris, Doris, DMD . . . . . . . .772-567-1011
Fischer, Henry, DDS . . . . . . .772-589-5337
Fischman, Charles, MD . . . . .772-569-6112
Fleming, Daniel, OD . . . . . . .772-569-2214
Florida Baptist Retirement Center 772-567-5248
Florida Eye Institute . . . . .772-569-9500
Florida Heart CPR . . . . . . . . .772-388-5252
Florida Pain Management . . .772-388-9998
Foster, Brandt, DDS . . . . . . .772-567-5100
Fournier, Jeanne, CMHt. . . . .772-332-7202
Fountain, Herman, MD . . . . .772-257-8224
Fountains, The . . . . . . . . . . .321-412-4115
Fox, B. Jason, MD . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Franco, Richard, MD . . . . . .772-794-3364
Frazier, William, MD . . . . . . .772-562-2400
Friedenstab, Allen, MD . . . . .772-562-6566
Friends of the Family, Inc. . .772-778-3096
Froehlich, Peter, DDS . . . . .772-569-4424
Funk, Lee DR DC AP DOM . .772-581-3773
Fyffe, George, MD . . . . . . . .772-770-6116
-GGanio, Carl, DPM . . . . . . . . .772-770-9127
Gale, Cindy A., RN,CURN . . .772-569-4464
Garcia, Barry, DO . . . . . . . . .772-388-3911
Geiger, Ralph, MD . . . . . . . .772-388-0770
Gershman, Howard, MD . . . .772-581-2045
Gifford Health Center . . . . . .772-770-5151
Gillis, David, DO . . . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Glaser, Arthur MD . . . . . . . . .772-770-2344
Glazer, Jonathan MD . . . . . .772-562-0163
Gold, Peter, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-794-0179
Miller’s Health Mart Pharmacy
Independently owned & managed by
Douglas T. Miller, R. Ph. & Susan M. Artigas-Miller, R. Ph.
Providing personalized care and assistance
777 37th St., Suite C-100 • Vero Beach
Phone: 772.778.8585 Fax: 772.778.8508
Emergency After Hours: 772.559.8163
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Gonsalves, Alita, MD . . . . . .772-569-2330
Gordon, Barry, DC . . . . . . . .772-567-3334
Gordon, Dawn, DC . . . . . . . .772-567-3334
Goyal, Ani, MD . . . . . . . . . . .772-770-1577
Graham, Paul Abram, MD . . .772-299-3003
Grasman, Brad, MD . . . . . . .772-569-6112
Gray, George, Jr., MD . . . . . .772-794-2227
Graziano, Kimberly, MD . . . .772-581-0636
Greco, Francine, DO . . . . . . .772-299-0909
Green Gables ALF . . . . . . . . .772-794-1277
Greene, Richard, Psy.D . . . . .772-589-7680
Griffin, David, MD . . . . . . .772-778-2009
Grossman, Jeffrey MD . . . . .772-299-0909
Grove, T Keith, DDS . . . . . . .772-567-9550
Guidebeck, Heather, DC . . . .772-563-2900
Gurklis, Michael, DMD . . . . .772-978-9788
Gutierrez, Katherine, DDS . . .772-589-7409
Gutierrez, Peter, DDS . . . . . .772-589-7409
-HHagood, M Johnson, DDS . .772-567-2237
Haile, David, DPM . . . . . . . .772-589-3110
Hall, Mindy, DMD . . . . . . . . .772-562-6880
Hamadeh, May, MD . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Hamilton, Holly, DMD . . . . . .772-589-5337
Handler, Richard MD . . . . . .772-562-3234
Hanley Hall . . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-778-9896
Hansen, Michael, DPM . . . . .772-567-3338
Harbor Chase . . . . . . . . . . . .772-778-7727
Harris, Meredith, M.S. ARNP 772-567-6602
Hartnett, Ronald, MD . . . . . .772-567-4311
Hatten Jr, H Paul, MD . . . . . .772-569-9745
Healing Hands . . . . . . . . . . .772-299-4325
Healy, Kevin, DC . . . . . . . . . .772-567-0771
Healthsouth . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-562-5888
Healthsouth Treasure Coast .772-778-2100
Healthworks Physical Therapy, Inc 772-299-3383
Hebig, Paul, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Henderson, Jane, MD . . . . . .772-770-6901
Hendley, Leon, MD . . . . . . . .772-770-4911
Hendley III, Robert, MD . . . .772-770-4911
Henry, Matthews, J. DDS . . .772-234-5353
Hepler, Matthew, MD . . . . . .772-569-2330
Heskel, Neil, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-567-4445
Hickman, Guy, MD . . . . . . . .772-569-2330
Higgins, Stanley, MD . . . . . .772-569-9745
Hilwa, Steve, MD . . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Home Instead . . . . . . . . . . . .772-564-8821
Hofeldt, Marchelle, MD . . . . .772-581-2750
Hoffmann, Kate . . . . . . . . . .772-766-4418
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Holistic Health Options . . . . .772-538-2960
Hollenbeck, Ann, LMT . . . . . . .772-562-8905
Hollinger, Christopher, MD . . .772-778-9621
Holmes, John, MD . . . . . . . .772-562-0163
Holyk, Peter, MD . . . . . . . . .772-388-5554
Hoosien, Ebrahim, MD . . . . .772-567-4311
Horizon Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-770-2401
House of Champions . . . . . .772-770-0262
Huberman, Robert, MD . . . .321-953-4804
Huertas, Deni-Malave, MD . .772-770-6116
Hulecki, Steven, MD . . . . . . .772-388-8858
Hunter, Renee, LMT . . . . . . .772-713-7720
Huot, Richard, DDS . . . . . . .772-234-5353
Husainy, Taher, MD . . . . . . . .772-770-0808
Hussain, Talib, MD . . . . . . . .772-589-7177
Hussamy, Omar, MD . . . . . . .772-778-0600
Huszar, Leslie, MD . . . . . . . .772-563-2220
-IIdrees, Mohammad, MD . . . .772-589-0069
Indian River Blood Bank . . . .772-567-4266
Indian River Cardiac Rehab Ctr 772-778-7604
Indian River County
Health Department . . . . . . . .772-794-7400
Indian River County Medical
Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-562-0123
Indian River Estates East . . .772-562-7400
Indian River Hearing Center . .772-978-9880
Indian River Medical Ctr . .772-567-4311
Indian River Radiology Inc . .772-299-4462
Indian River Regional Cancer .772-567-4311
Indian River Surgical Ctr . . .772-770-5600
Indian River Walk- In Care . 772-778-1400
Indian River Walk-in Clinic . .772-299-1092
Interim Healthcare . . . . . . . .772-569-2730
Ioannides, Tim, MD . . . . . . .772-778-7782
Isham Kris, LMT . . . . . . . . .772-228-9638
Isles of Vero Beach . . . . . . .772-778-7888
Israel, Salomon, DDS . . . . .772-569-2100
Iwanski, Dorothy, DO . . . . . .772-589-3186
-JJaynes, Jill, AP . . . . . . . . . . .772-770-6184
Jerry, Jason, MD . . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Johnson, Laura, MD . . . . . . .772-978-9000
Johnson, Thomas, MD . . . . .772-778-6793
Joshi, Piyush, MD . . . . . . . .772-589-8283
Joyce, P, MD . . . . . . . . . . . .772-562-0163
Jungle Club . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-567-1400
Jungle Jane Fitness . . . . . . .772-713-6797
INDIAN
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-KKalish, Keith, DPM . . . . . . . .772-567-0111
Kane, William, MD . . . . . . . .772-569-2330
Kantzler, Garrick, MD . . . . . .772-562-2330
Kaplan, Karen, DC . . . . . . . .772-567-7590
Kashi School Of Yoga . . . . . .772-589-1403
Katz, Edward MD . . . . . . . . .772-564-0175
Kaufman, Deborah, DO . . . . . . .772-388-3332
Kedem, Caroline, MD . . . . . .772-562-0163
Keller, I Basil, MD . . . . . . . . .772-569-9611
Kelly, Kristin, MD . . . . . . . .772-564-0175
Kennedy, Alastair, MD . . . . . .772-569-8550
Kereszki Clinic . . . . . . . . . . .772-567-1298
Khalaf, Majid, MD . . . . . . . . .772-581-8588
Khawaja, Farhat, MD . . . . . .772-589-3000
Khawaja, Sobia, MD . . . . . . .772-257-8224
Khromov, Igor, MD . . . . . . . .772-978-9997
Kieval, Joshua, MD . . . . . . . . .772-563-4721
King, Angela, AP, DOM . . . . .772-564-8383
Kipp, Cynthia, DR . . . . . . . . .772-567-7710
Kleopoulos, Nikitas, MD . . . .772-778-9621
Koenig Chiropractic Ctr . . . .772-562-6001
Konforti Wellness Ctr . . . . . .772-562-0477
Krenzer, Robert, MD . . . . . . .772-388-9510
Kumar, Ramesh, MD . . . . . .772-774-4182
Kuppinger, Jordan, MD . . . . .772-778-9621
Kurtell Medical Center . . . . .772-778-1122
-LLa Bella, Arthur, DC . . . . . . .772-562-4002
Laing, Charmaine, MD . . . . .772-567-4311
Landsman, Larry, MD . . . . . .772-562-7546
Langford, Michael, MD . . . . .772-589-3186
LaPorta, Mark, A., MD . . . . .772-388-9595
Lasswell, William, MD . . . . .772-299-3003
Layton, Michael, MD . . . . . .772-388-8322
Lazan, David, MD . . . . . . . . .772-569-4464
Leavitt, Andrew, MD . . . . . . .772-299-3300
Legler, Lee, DMD . . . . . . . . .772-562-5886
"HAVE A
COUNTY
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Lens Crafters . . . . . . . . . . . .772-567-5954
Levin Home Care . . . . . . . . . .772-621-8348
Lewis, Thomas, MD . . . . . . .772-794-2222
Lieberman, Marc, MD . . . . . .772-569-7800
Lindstedt, Robert, MD . . . . .772-257-8224
Life Ionizer, Wanda Simmons . .772-643-7735
Lincare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-567-0822
Lind, Gary, DDS . . . . . . . . . .772-778-0954
Lindenthal, John, MD . . . . . .772-778-9621
Linger, Judy, MD . . . . . . . . .772-589-8995
Livingston, Jeffrey, MD . . . .772-567-1164
Loar, Jennifer, OD . . . . . . . . .772-589-8654
Locey, Martin, MD . . . . . . . .772-562-0163
Lockhart, Jimmy, M.D. . . . . .772-778-2106
Loewinger, Robert, MD . . . . .772-569-5056
Longevity Rehabilitation Ctr .772-978-9750
Lopez, Phillip, D.O. . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Lovitz, Lawrence, MD . . . . . .772-563-4721
Low Vision Clinic, Cynthia Kipp, DR .772-567-7710
Lui, Alex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-562-6818
Lum, Katharine, MD . . . . . . .772-562-6566
-MMacatol, Christopher, MD . . .772-562-0163
Mac Kay, Gregory, MD . . . . .772-299-3511
Maes, Kirk, MD . . . . . . . . . . .772-581-5881
Mahfood, J. Paul. MD . . . . . .772-567-5773
Maholtz, Michele, MD . . . . . .772-567-0081
Maisen, Ludmilla, MD . . . . .772-234-2598
Malave-Huertas, Deni . . . . . .772-770-6116
Malias, Mark, MD . . . . . . . . .772-563-4580
Mallon, Genevieve, MD . . . . .772-562-5662
Mallon, William, MD . . . . . . .772-299-1404
Malone, Marcus, MD . . . . .772-778-2009
Malone, Roxanne D.D.S. . . . .772-589-6667
Mandina, Leo, MD . . . . . . . .772-231-3777
Marino, James, MD . . . . . . .772-589-2992
Martowski, Phillip, DDS . . . .772-231-6949
Masih, Aneal, MD . . . . . . . . .321-953-4804
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Mattice, Michael, MD . . . . .772-564-0175
Mc Bride, Harold, DPM . . . .772-567-3338
Mc Cain, Marc, MD . . . . . . . .772-567-1552
Mc Carthy, John MD . . . . . .772-581-2045
Mc Carron, Robert, MD . . . .772-569-7999
Mc Collom, Brad, DO . . . . . .772-581-8075
Mc Cormack, William, MD . .772-567-6181
Mc Cormack, William Jr., DPM 772-778-3333
Mc Cown, Michael, DDS . . . .772-231-6004
Mc Crystal, Hugh, MD . . . . .772-567-3003
Mc Donald, John, MD . . . . . .772-562-2929
Mc Donald, Robert, DDS . . .772-569-4424
Mc Garry, William, MD . . . . .772-562-7777
Mc Gehee, Mark, MD . . . . . .772-562-0163
Mc Govern, Robert, MD . . . .772-569-0224
Mc Kee, Donald, MD . . . . . .772-567-4311
Mc Knight, Brian, MD . . . . . .772-770-0430
Mc Leod, Sheila, MD . . . . . .772-571-8828
Medalie, Neil, MD . . . . . . . . .772-567-7088
Medical Resources . . . . . . . .772-978-4291
Med Point Walk-in Clinic . . .772-231-3777
Melvin, Ellen, MD . . . . . . . . .772-569-6869
Mendoza, Gemma, MD . . . . .772-562-5232
Mendoza, Rolando, MD . . . .772-562-5232
Mental Health Association . .772-569-9788
Merchant, Noor, MD . . . . . . .772-589-0879
Merkatz, Neil, MD . . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Meyer, Norman, MD . . . . . . .772-228-9900
Meyer, Roger, MD . . . . . . .772-257-8700
Midwall, Jay, MD . . . . . . . . .772-563-4721
Miles, Janet, MD . . . . . . . . .772-567-9711
Miller’s Health Mart Pharmacy .772-778-8585
Mini + Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-567-0033
Minotty, Paul, MD . . . . . . .772-257-8700
Miranda, Fernando, MD . . . .772-299-4730
Mireles, Alfonso, MD . . . . . .772-567-4311
Mitchell, George, DO . . . . . .772-567-4311
Monnett Jr, Ralph, MD . . . . .772-589-8111
Monuszko, Eileen, MD . . . . .772-778-9621
Moore, Jennifer, MD . . . . . . .772-228-9787
Moore, Richard, MD . . . . . . .772-779-8687
Moore, Robert, MD . . . . . . .772-794-4485
Morel, Guillermo, MD . . . . .772-589-0300
Morgan, Albert, MD . . . . . . .772-589-3186
Morgan, Richard, MD . . . . .772-299-4633
Murphy, Edward, MD . . . . . .772-770-0323
Murray, Michael, MD . . . . . .772-567-4311
My Nurse, Inc. . . . . . . . . . .772-770-0671
-NNagel, Heather, MD . . . . . . .772-562-0163
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Nair, Bharathy V MD . . . . . . .772-564-0175
Nanny's Helping Hands, Inc. 772-567-5449
Nerness, John, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-257-8224
New Horizons of the Treasure Coast 772-778-7217
New Vision Eye Center . . . .772-257-8700
Nichols, George, MD . . . . . .772-569-2330
Nightingale Private Duty Nursing 772-778-0159
Ninke, Joseph, MD . . . . . . . .772-581-3687
Noble, Bernard, MD . . . . . . .772-567-4311
North County Medical Lab . .772-581-3366
Nurse on Call . . . . . . . . . .772-234-9006
Nye, Phillip, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-778-9621
-OO’Brien, David, MD . . . . . .772-257-8700
Oceanoaks Dental Group . . .772-569-4424
Ofner, Michele, MD . . . . . . . .772-569-2330
Olenek, Christopher DO . . . .772-559-2444
Orchid Island Manor . . . . . . .772-567-6769
Oriaku, Iheonu, MD . . . . . . .772-778-1603
Ortega, Jose, MD . . . . . . . . .772-778-9621
Oslo Primary Care . . . . . . . .772-299-0909
O’Toole, Susan, MD . . . . . . .772-562-5662
Ottuso, Patrick, MD . . . . . . .772-299-0085
Oxygen Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-569-0232
-PPain Management Institute of Florida 772-581-8588
Palm Garden of Vero Beach . .772-567-2443
Palms, The . . . . . . . . . . . . . .321-722-0660
Panchamirtham, Kamalasani, MD . .772-571-8828
Panch, Kamal, MD . . . . . . . .772-257-8224
Pancito, Fe V S, MD . . . . . .772-589-1995
Paradoa, Amberly, DPM . . . .772-299-7009
Paralovos, Michael J., D.C. . .772-567-7777
Partners In Womans Health .772-770-6116
Parvus, Dirk, MD . . . . . . . . .772-581-2045
Patel, Kamlesh, MD . . . . . . .772-581-2045
Paul, Derek, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-569-5660
Pechter, Richard, MD . . . . . .772-567-5400
Peden, John, MD . . . . . . . . .772-569-2330
Pegg, Janelle, MD . . . . . . . .772-794-2222
Pelican Garden . . . . . . . . . . .772-338-4730
Pelican Pediatrics . . . . . . . . .772-581-0636
Penly, Richard, MD . . . . . . . .772-567-6340
Penny, Marza, MD . . . . . . . .772-581-0300
Perez-Rivera, Magdalena, MD . .772-567-4311
Perkins Medical Supply, Rt. 60 .772-569-3797
Perkins Medical Supply, East .772-569-3798
Perkins Medical Supply,Sebastian .772-388-5251
Perkins Pharmacy . . . . . . . .772-978-6470
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Perkins, Ted, D.C. F.A.C.T.S. . .772-234-3833
Perry, Theodore, MD . . . . . .772-562-9899
Pesha, Jessica, AP . . . . . . . .772-564-8383
Petersen, John, MD . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Peterson, Mark, DMD . . . . . .772-388-3119
Pieczynski, Denise, DMD . . .772-567-7889
Pierone Jr, Gerald, MD . . . . .772-770-2664
Pirkle, Patrick, DMD . . . . . . .772-388-0088
Ploucha, James, DO . . . . . . .772-778-9621
Portell, Donald, DO . . . . . . . .772-778-0600
Posada, Humberto, MD . . . .772-257-8224
Preferred Care at Home . . .772-940-3187
Presley, James, MD . . . . . . .772-562-2402
Price Jr, W Robert, DDS . . . .772-569-0070
Prieto, Luis E., MD . . . . . . . .772-581-1881
Proctor Jr, Donald, MD . . . . .772-567-1164
Pro Spine Physical Therapy Ctr .772-569-7217
Publix Little Clinic . . . . . . . .772-257-0610
Puskar, George, MD . . . . . . .772-562-0163
Putter, Bernard, MD . . . . . . .772-257-8224
-QQuest Diagnostics . . . . . . . .772-567-2480
-RRamdev, Pranay, MD . . . . . .772-567-8482
Ramos, Victor, DDS . . . . . . .772-388-5264
Rangel, Mauricio, MD . . . . . .772-257-8224
Rao, Hema, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-299-4255
Rappaport, Todd, MD . . . . . .772-778-9621
Rast, T. Paul, DO . . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Ravanzo, Jason, A., DO . . . .772-299-1092
Rebecca, Stevens, Psy.D. . . .772-231-2333
Regency Park . . . . . . . . . . . .772-770-1228
Reiki Healing Arts Ctr . . . . . .772-567-3016
Reiner, Bradley, DMD . . . . . .772-564-0724
Reinoso, Horacio, MD . . . . .772-581-2045
Renal Care Ctr . . . . . . . . . . .772-778-4917
Rendon, Nicholas, DDS . . . .772-770-4787
Reynolds, Melissa, MD . . . . .772-569-4787
Richards, Audrey, MD . . . . .772-567-5282
Richardson, M.L.III, M.D. . . .772-778-3113
Riordan, Michael, PsyD . . . .772-464-5555
Ritter, Stephen, MD . . . . . . .772-794-3364
Riverview Dentistry . . . . . . .772-589-6667
Rizwi, M Nasir, MD . . . . . . . .772-589-6844
Robinson, L. Brian, D.P.M . .772-231-6000
Rodin, David, MD . . . . . . . . .772-567-3003
Rodriguez, Victor, MD . . . . .772-562-1204
Romagosa, Rick MD . . . . . . .772-778-7782
Root, Richard, DMD . . . . . . .772-569-0123
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Roque, Louis, DDS . . . . . . . .772-778-1040
Rosato, Ralph, MD . . . . . . . .772-562-5859
Rose, Marc, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-567-3003
Rose, Roberta, DO . . . . . . . .772-388-1100
Roselli, Brice, OD . . . . . . . . .772-978-0845
Rosenberg, David, DDS . . . .772-234-3333
Rosenkrantz, Eric MD . . . . .772-794-7791
Rosewood Manor of Vero Beach .772-564-0063
Rothenberg, Mark, MD . . . . .772-563-4721
Royal Palm Healthcare and Rehabilitation
Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-567-5166
RSS Labs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-770-9775
Rubinski, Edward, DDS . . . .772-567-2111
Rudolph, Ted, MD . . . . . . . .772-299-4000
Ruiz, Francisco, MD . . . . . . .772-589-0580
Rumberger, Gerard, DMD . . .772-562-0105
Rutledge, Nicholas, DPM . . .772-581-8595
Ryan, Valerie, MD . . . . . . . .772-589-3186
-SSabatini, Louis, DO . . . . . . . .772-581-2045
Sacks, Jeffrey, MD . . . . . . . .772-562-0163
Sadhwani, Deepti, MD . . . . .772-581-2373
Sadhwani, Harish, MD . . . . . .772-581-2373
Sahay, Sangitaita MD . . . . . .772-589-1994
Said, Mahmoud, MD . . . . . .772-567-4311
Salehi, M, DDS . . . . . . . . . . .772-567-2132
Sanders, Jonathan MD . . . .772-778-7782
Sandpiper Imaging Ctr . . . . .772-567-2464
Santelli, Julie, MD . . . . . . . .772-774-4182
Sarbak, John, MD . . . . . . . . .772-563-0930
Sarbak, Todd, DC . . . . . . . . .772-713-4341
Sarlo, Charles, DDS . . . . . . .321-984-2565
Saver, Dennis, MD . . . . . . . .772-567-6340
Schaffer, Starleen, MD . . . . .772-388-4000
Scherer, Marie-France, MD . .772-567-4311
Schick, Marcia R. LCSW . . . .772-663-6635
Schnell, J Michael, MD . . . . .772-299-1404
Schoenfeld, Jennifer, DMD . .772-589-5959
Scott, Michaela, MD . . . . . . .772-562-7777
Scridon, Cristiana, MD . . . . .772-388-4606
Scridon, Tudor, MD . . . . . . .772-388-4606
Seaside Smiles Pediatric Dent. . .772-562-6880
Sebastian Chiropractic . . . . .772-388-1148
Sebastian Counseling Ctr . . .772-589-4488
Sebastian Family Walk-in Clinic .772-589-2992
Sebastian Radiology . . . . . . .772-388-6655
Sebastian River Home Health . . .772-581-3181
Sebastian River Medical Center 772-589-3186
Sebastian River Medical Center
CARE-A-VAN . . . . . . . . .772-581-2010
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Seirafi, Peter, MD . . . . . . . . .772-589-2009
Select Physical Therapy . . .772-581-4244
Selvaraj, Victor, MD . . . . . . .772-562-6127
Senior Care Management . . . .772-933-3223
Shabaaz, Ahsan Shaikh, MD . .772-589-3000
Shafer, S James, MD . . . . . .772-569-2330
Shaikh Shahbaaz, MD . . . . . .772-388-6050
Shalhoub, Hadi, DO . . . . . . . .772-581-8900
Sheehan, Jennifer, DO . . . . .772-571-9827
Shipley, Joshua, MD . . . . . . .772-567-6340
Short Chiropractic Ctr . . . . .772-569-6402
Shumate-Benson, Sara, DDS 772-778-1446
Sigman, Timothy, MD . . . . . .772-388-1161
Silverman, Gary, MD . . . . . .772-567-6340
Skaggs, Paul, MD . . . . . . . . .772-569-9745
Sleep Center (IRMC) . . . . . .772-563-4403
Sleep Center (SRMC) . . . . .772-589-3186
Sleep Disorders Ctr Florida . .772-563-2910
Smith, Brad, DMD MS . . . . .772-567-6527
Smith, Kris OD . . . . . . . . . .772-770-2459
Smith, Yale, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-589-3186
Snedeker, Scott W . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Sobredo, Sergio MD . . . . . .772-581-2045
Solantic Walk-In Urgent Care .772-257-3200
Spallone, S, DDS . . . . . . . . .772-567-5100
Spallone, Tiffany, DMD . . . . .772-567-5100
Spindler, Supee, LMT NCTMB .772-567-1122
Spine & Sport Institute . . . . .772-567-8040
Spine Sports & Pain Management 772-978-9997
Splendoria, Arthur, MD . . . . .772-567-6340
SRMC Physician Referral . . . .772-388-0786
Stachtiaris, Achilles, MD . . . .772-589-3186
Stainaker, Jeffrey, MD . . . . .772-589-3186
Stark-Leyva, Kristine, MD . . .772-567-4311
Steinfeld, Richard, MD . . .772-778-2009
Steinwand, Brett, MD . . . . . .772-589-8111
Storey, Arthur DDS . . . . . . . .772-562-0310
Stowe, Cary, MD . . . . . . . . .772-563-4580
Strauss, Jeffrey, DDS . . . . . .772-770-2588
Stubbs, Rosi . . . . . . . . . . .772-778-5277
Suen, John, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-770-4888
Summerlin, Barbara LMT . . .772-538-3484
Sunshine Physical Therapy . .772-562-6877
Sura, Falguni, MD . . . . . . . . .772-778-9621
Sura, Sandeep, MD . . . . . . .772-794-2516
Swezey, Terry, MD . . . . . . . .772-569-6400
-TTalley, Christopher, MD . . . . .772-978-7808
Tardif, Christopher, MD . . . .772-794-9771
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Tate, Stephen, MD . . . . . .772-257-8700
Taylor, Mark, DDS . . . . . . . .772-567-7735
Tee, Howard, MD . . . . . . . . .772-299-1901
Teel, Dudley, MD . . . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Theis, Alfred, DDS . . . . . . . .772-388-9700
The Place At Vero Beach . . .772-770-3796
Thomas, Joe DDS MAGOPA .772-562-9200
Thomas, Stephanie, MD . . . .772-567-6340
Thornton, Daniel, MD . . . . . .772-567-1552
Timesavers, Sally Dunn . . . .772-696-5084
Tiwari, Subhash, MD . . . . . .772-589-8995
Tobar, Robert, MD . . . . . . . .772-562-9690
Todd, Karen, MD . . . . . . . .772-569-9500
Todd II, Harrison, DC . . . . . .772-562-2053
Tonner, Denise, MD . . . . . . .772-299-3003
Tonner, Michael, MD . . . . . . .772-770-4888
Trabulsy, Norman, DDS . . . .772-569-0123
Train to Attain . . . . . . . . . . . .772-473-3966
Tran, Mai, MD . . . . . . . . . . . .772-257-8224
Treasure Coast Community
Health, Inc., Vero Beach . . .772-257-8224
Treasure Coast Dermatology . .772-778-7782
Treasure Coast Eye Care . . . .772-569-4822
Tremml, Glenn, MD . . . . . . .772-567-4311
Triveni Aveda Spa . . . . . . .772-569-7546
True Colors Salon & Spa . .772-569-4247
Tucker, Daniel, MD . . . . . . . .772-794-0179
Turner, Daryl, MD . . . . . . . . .772-581-2045
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Watkins, Samuel, MD . . . . . .772-567-6340
Weeks, Frederick, MD . . . . . .772-562-7777
Weeks, Margaret, MD . . . . . .772-562-0163
Wein, Michael, MD . . . . . . . .772-299-7299
Weiss, Benjamin OD . . . . . . . . 772-978-1175
Weiss, Gary, M., MD . . . . . . . . .772-589-0700
Weiss, Kenneth, S., MD . . . . .7720 567-1164
Welton, Laurie, DO . . . . . . . .772-299-7009
Wemmer, David, DDS . . . . . .772-562-5876
Wernicki, Joanne, MD . . . . .772-569-9745
Wernicki, Peter, MD . . . . . . .772-978-7808
Westberry, Karen, MD . . . . .772-978-9000
Wheeley, Martha, MD . . . . . .772-778-9621
Wieleba, Kim LCSW . . . . . . .772-299-3655
Wijetilleke. Asoka, MD . . . . .772-569-3213
Williams, C Ron, MD . . . . . .772-778-1400
Williams, Lynn, Psy.D . . . . . .772-234-4511
Willingham. Timothy, MD . . .772-567-4311
Wilson, Neil, DDS . . . . . . . . .772-299-4179
Windsor Imaging . . . . . . . . .772-466-5050
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Wiltshire, Melanie, MD . . . . .772-257-8224
Winchell, Cheryl, DO . . . . . .772-581-9551
Wolf, Geoffrey, MD . . . . . . . .772-778-9621
Women's Imaging Center (IRMC) 772-562-0163
Worth, David, DPM . . . . . . .772-581-8595
Wound Healing Center (SRMC) .772-563-4625
-YYates, Clarence, MD . . . . . . .772-562-0163
Yerneni, Srinivas, MD . . . . . .772-569-9788
Yoon, Alex, MD . . . . . . . . . . .772-567-1164
Youmans, Jasin, DMD . . . . .772-562-9025
-ZZaidi, Syed, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-589-3755
Zerega, Joseph, MD . . . . . . .772-299-3511
Zimmerman, Mark, DO . . . . .772-778-2444
Zoffer, Matthew, DO . . . . . . .772-562-2402
Zudans, Val, MD . . . . . . . .772-569-9500
Zumba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-713-7938
-UUlrich, Guy, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-567-6340
Urban, Curt, DDS . . . . . . . . .772-589-3127
Urfer, Liana, MD . . . . . . . . . .772-978-9793
Urgent Care West . . . . . . . . .772-564-0175
Usow, Eugene, DO . . . . . . . .772-228-9511
-VVaicys, Cesiovas, MD . . . . .772-563-4741
Venazio, Michael, MD . . . . . .772-388-2110
Vendryes, Andre, MD . . . . . .772-299-3690
Vero Radiology . . . . . . . . . . .772-562-0163
Veterans Outpatient Clinic . .772-299-4623
VIP America . . . . . . . . . . . . .772-220-6005
Visiting Nurse Assoc . . . . .772-567-5551
Vizcarra, Carlos, MD . . . . . . .772-589-9188
VNA Health Care on Wheels .772-567-5551
Von Zielinski, Theodor, MD .772-562-8773
-WWade, Allyson W., MD . . . . .772-569-2330
Wallace, Wilson, K., MD . . . .772-569-9500
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