North Palm Beach Edition

Although people may have heard the word ‘cornea’ in reference to the eye, many are unaware of what is really refers to. While diseases such as glaucoma and macular degeneration affect the back of the eye, the cornea is in the front of the eye. In fact, the cornea is the most anterior structure of the eye. It is the …

1. What is hypogonadism? Testosterone is produced by Leydig cells in the testes, in response to luteinizing hormone produced by the pituitary gland.  Decreased production of testosterone by testes in men is characterized as hypogonadism, which is classified as primary, secondary, or mixed.  Primary hypogonadism is failure of the testes to produce sufficient testosterone, whereas secondary hypogonadism is caused by …

Question: I am a recent empty-nester. I want to look in the mirror and see the youthfulness I feel inside and remove some facial lines. Nothing too invasive, though. What procedures/treatments can you recommend? Answer: I have always loved the expression, “Growing old is mandatory, but growing up is optional!” In the past, fillers and injectables were among the most …

By Lauren R. Rosecan, M.D., Ph.D., F.A.C.S. – In central serous retinopathy (sometimes called central serous choroidopathy), fluid builds up under the retina and distorts vision. Fluid leakage is believed to come from a tissue layer with blood vessels under the retina, called the choroid. Another layer of cells called the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) is responsible for preventing fluid …

One of the scariest aspects of hair loss is that the process is often well underway before you can see it in the mirror. “Invisible baldness” is essentially the initial stage of a chronic hair loss condition such as androgenetic alopecia that is especially difficult to spot with the naked eye. Scientific research confirms that it generally takes about 50% …

By: Dana Luzon, Au.D., FAAA Board Certified Doctor of Audiology Holiday season brings friends and family members together to celebrate and connect with each other. If you or someone you love is experiencing hearing difficulty, you might find these family gatherings frustrating instead of treasuring this time together. Hearing loss effects not just the ears, but brings on so many …

Many factors influence your hair health. From diet to mental and physical health, it’s all about keeping the body healthy and keeping hormone levels regulated. Exercise has many benefits for the body including stress relief, better blood circulation, and stabilized hormone levels. Stress is one of the leading contributors to hair thinning and hair loss, and when you’re stressed, your …

Getting the most from your health plan is important to many seniors but it is not always easy to navigate your way through all of the benefit plans and options. Your plan choices may vary depending on the county in which you live, the medical conditions you have, and your financial status. It is important to review your benefits each …

Chronic pain takes many shapes and forms, but we know that it has a huge social and economic burden. The Institute of Medicine reports that roughly 116 million, or 30% of the population suffer from pain lasting a year or longer. Although chronic pain isn’t a life threatening issue, it’s certainly a problem that has a dramatic effect on the …

Just about every patient that comes in for treatment on the DRX9000™ has tried many treatments before coming to us. I’m sure you’ve tried numerous things to relieve your pain, too. And when I discuss a new patient’s case, we always go over what they’ve tried and the result they got from those treatments. Obviously, all the other treatments didn’t …

By Gwen Carden If you sleep well you probably don’t give sleep much thought. But if you have trouble going to sleep or staying asleep, it’s likely a subject never far from the top of your mind. Sleep is a complex issue, but with some lifestyle changes and neurofeedback, almost everyone can learn to sleep better, according to Iza Boesler, …

Rolling with the changes continues for Florida Medical Marijuana Health Centers as they plan to grow into America’s first Marijuana based national chain. The owners of the centers, Jerry Lee and Rob Fronrath recently signed an agreement with Canovis Health Centers of America. A merger that parlays into a name change and a national company. In the weeks to come …

3D Technology has truly changed the way dental surgeons are able to plan and perform procedures. CT scans allow the surgeon to see anatomical structures in a very accurate fashion. In simple terms, having the ability to view the precise location of important areas such as nerves and sinuses prior to surgery can help avoid risky procedures and complications during …

Here’s a question for you: What is one thing in your life that you are not doing, that if you started doing on a regular basis would make a tremendous positive difference in your life? Here’s a follow-up question: why are you not doing it? Answer: most of us are not doing it because we lack discipline. In ancient times …

Whether it’s because of stress, genetics, hormones, chemotherapy, alopecia, etc., hair loss can seem like the end of the world for many. Humans have around 100,000 hair follicles and usually shed about 60-100 hairs per day. If you’re experiencing hair loss beyond the norm, check out the following solutions that are available to you whether you’re at the beginning stages …

We can all relate to looking in the mirror, turning our head from side to side and using our fingers to pull that skin along our jawline up and back. Instantly our face looks better and we think “just this little change makes me look so much younger!” We want a natural, refreshed look and we want that youthful change …

Does Medicare confuse you? You are not alone. Medicare is a complicated program. Wisely managing your Medicare benefits starts with understanding the facts. Age 65 is a critical time in your life. The decisions you make now can have a tremendous impact on your health, welfare, finances and quality of life Insurance issue and changes can be confusing. Trusting just …

Staying healthy when you fly starts with being well prepared. Here are ten pre-boarding secrets, from frequent fliers, on what to do to protect yourself from cold, flus, allergies and other ills. 1. Salt Therapy session before the big day Salt halotherapy is an all-natural way to keep your family healthy by preventing colds and boosting their immune system. Exposure …

By Lee R. Cohen, D.D.S., M.S., M.S. – One of the most common diseases we face in our lifetime is periodontal disease.  This typically painless disease involves infection and loss of the supporting gum and bone around our teeth. As the gum tissues become inflamed and bone is lost, the chances of losing our teeth increases considerably. Many of us …

Back pain is one of the most common yet misunderstood conditions on the entire planet. And if you have back pain you know exactly what I mean. Chances are, if you have back pain, you may have been told you either have sciatica, bulging or herniated discs or arthritis (degenerative disc disease). Sciatica If a doctor told you that you …