North Palm Beach Edition

With love officially in the air, you don’t have much time to get your secret admirer something for Valentine’s Day. And while there’s nothing wrong with a box of chocolates and a bouquet of roses, don’t you think your special someone deserves something a little more, oh, I don’t know, special? I might not be a relationship guru, but nothing …

In a world where over 25 million Americans live with chronic pain daily, innovative treatments are emerging that promise relief without the drawbacks of traditional medications or surgery. Among these breakthrough therapies, micro-pulsed laser therapy stands out as a beacon of hope for those suffering from debilitating nerve pain and neuropathy. “Laser therapy is the most effective treatment for nerve …

In the quest for youthful and radiant skin, advancements in technology have continuously pushed boundaries, offering new solutions that are both effective and non-invasive. One such groundbreaking innovation is Helix Customized CO2+ technology, heralded as a game-changer in the field of anti-aging skincare. Understanding Helix Customized CO2+ Helix CO2+ technology combines the power of fractional CO2 laser treatment with customizable …

By David A. Goldman, M.D. CentraSight is the first treatment program to use a tiny telescope that is implanted inside the eye … Smaller than a pea, the telescope implant uses micro-optical technology to magnify objects that would normally be seen in one’s ‘straight ahead’ vision.” Imagine the heartbreak for someone who gradually loses the ability to see her grandchildren, …

In 1967 the Beatles released a song titled “All We Need Is Love” which sat atop Billboard’s charts for eleven consecutive weeks. Their manager at the time stated, “… they really wanted to give the world a message… it is a clear message saying that love is everything.” In fact, the simple chorus repeats the words: “all you need is …

While not every person in the world will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, nearly everyone has or will be impacted by the disease. Given its far-reaching impacts, many have wished for the discovery of a game-changing vaccine that would eradicate cancer once and for all. While the likelihood of a single miracle shot is not on the near-term …

by Alan J. Bauman, MD, ABHRS With another year in the books and the hustle and bustle of the holiday season complete, we can now take a breath to shift our focus toward self-improvement. As the calendar turns over to reveal the halfway point of the 2020s, now’s the time for many to start working on their New Year’s resolutions. …

By David A. Goldman MD Apterygium is a fibrovascular growth that typically starts from the conjunctiva (skin of the eyeball) on the nasal side and grows onto the cornea. These are almost always the result of longtime sun exposure; thus, they are very common here in southern Florida. During my residency in Miami’s Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, there was literally …

Managing stress during the holiday season can be uniquely challenging for cancer patients, who may be navigating physical and emotional struggles while trying to participate in holiday activities. Here are some thoughtful and supportive strategies to help cancer patients reduce stress during the holidays: Prioritize Self-Care The holidays often bring extra obligations, but self-care is especially important for cancer patients. …

Happy Hair Days! I know Andy Williams said, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” to describe the month of December. And while I would agree with him for the most part, that sentiment doesn’t ring true in the realm of hair care. While South Florida doesn’t have to worry too much about that, the drop in temperatures up …