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Fall 2010/Winter 2011 | 1

in every issueFROM THE EDITORS | 2

ADVERTISERS INDEX/WEBSITES | 4

special sections

BEAUTY | 6DINING | 8

10 Brown Sugar-Pecan Grits SoufflRicky Mollohan, Mr. Friendlys

FASHION/ACCESSORIES | 1213 Fashion Trends

Dia Andrews, Dias Merle Norman & Boutique

FINANCIAL/LEGAL/REAL ESTATE | 1517 Retiring Right

Jan Jernigan, Morgan Stanley Smith BarneyGARDEN/LANDSCAPING | 18

HEALTH CARE | 2021 What Size Should I Be?

Ram Kalus, MD, Plastic Surgery of the Carolinas

23 My Special DoctorJoyce Alexander as told to Shirley Keels,

Columbia Womens Healthcare

24 Lexington Medical Center Focuses on Womens Services

Jennifer Wilson, Lexington Medical Center

25 Common Myths about Bunion SurgeryJoseph J. Moran, DPM, Palmetto Podiatry Associates, LLC

26 Share This Information with Someone You LoveJandrette Roe, MD, Midlands Medical Wellness Center

29 Massage Therapy: More than Relaxation?Charmaine Kasperbauer

30 Are You Tired of Aches and Pains?Kimberly Richey, Certified Rolfer

31 Regain Your ConfidenceAndrea Pezzella, MD, Southern Urogynecology

HOME DCOR | 32

PETS | 3536 Dedication to Jake and Annie

SENIORS | 37

39 Where Are the Services for Seniors?Mary Katherine Bagnal, MSW, CMC, CGC, Senior Matters

SERVICES | 4043 Expanding to Meet Our Communitys Needs

Kristin Jewell, Dunbar Funeral & Cremations

44 Getting Back to School, SafelyKatie Kaleita, Jim Hudson Lexus

table of contents


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As a point of

conversation, its

difficult to go wrongwith bringing up

the weather.Here in South Carolina, it provides us with common ground forcommiseration and, often, a springboard to other subjects,such as the costs of utilities, the need for repairs or upgrades tokeep us cool or warm us up, and tactics to cope with whatseems to be extremes at both ends of the temperature scale.

While this winter may not hold the delightful surprise of sever-al inches of snow (did we really say delightful?), you can counton some things with our mercurial state: the possibility ofimproving your tan even at the end of autumn; the need tolayer clothing so that you can survive a 40-degree fluctuationin a single days temperatures; at least one conversationsparked by an NOAA advisory that recalls Hurricane Hugoseffect on so many lives here in the Midlands; and the always-welcome mid-February reminder that a glorious spring is on itsway as the daffodils begin to randomly emerge to herald theazaleas we all love to see in full bloom.

But happily enough, our brief winter gives us a chance torenew our friendship with hot chocolate and marshmallows, toshare holidays with family and friends with the warmth of con-versation and camaraderie, to start a new year with plans andprojects that restore our sense of self and serenity as we countdown to another season of air-conditioning and sandals, evenwhile our furnaces are running flat out.

If your plans include tackling property upgrades for a refresh-

ing new look in the spring, self-improvement efforts for ahealthier you, a wardrobe clean-out to gain a dynamic newlook or a determination to simplify, set goals and achieve themin any facet of your life, we hope this Fall/Winter issue of TheColumbia Notebookhelps make the path to fulfill your proj-ects a little easier.

Sweaters or sunblock, theres no argument here that we havemuch to be thankful for in South Carolina.

May your days be full of love and laughter, the stuff of good

memories for years to come!

Cathy & Peggy

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11 Columbus Day31 Halloween

7 Daylight Saving Time ends11 Veterans Day25Thanksgiving

25 Christmas31 New Years

Eve

1 New Years Day17 Martin Luther King Jr. Day

2 Ground Hog Day14 Valentines Day21 Presidents Day

13 Daylight SavingTime begins

17 St. Patricks Day

1 Hanukkahbegins atsundown

Write a Friend Month Natl. Volunteer Blood Donor Month

Chocolate Lovers Month Natl. Womens History Month


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B E A U T Y

Soak Nail Spa ....................................6soaknailcare.com

Straight As String/Marcy Price ........7straightasstring.comgreenhairsalon.net

Studio Marshall ................................6

Vintage Salon ....................................7vintagesaloncolumbiasc.com

D I N I N G

Bubbies Brisket Bake-Off ................9

Cellar on Greene..............................10cellarongreene.com

Devine Foods ....................................8

Diannes on Devine ........................11diannesondevine.com

DiPratos ..........................................11

dipratos.comGarden Bistro ....................................9gardenbistrosc.com

Grouchos Deli ................................11grouchos.com

Hennessys ......................................11hennessyssc.com

Hooligans ........................................11

Mr. Friendlys ..................................10mrfriendlys.com

Solstice Kitchen & Wine Bar ..........10solsticekitchen.com

Thirsty Fellow ....................................8thirstyfellow.com

Tombo Grille ......................................9tombogrille.com

Z Pizza ..............................................11zpizza.com

F A S H I O N /A C C E S S O R I E S

Alderman Ford Antiques ................14

stores.ebay.com/Alderman-Ford

Carolina Fine Jewelry......................14carolinafinejewelry.com

Dias Merle Norman & Boutique ....12diasboutique.com

Miss Cocky ......................................14misscocky.com

Round Robin....................................14

roundrobinondevine.com

F I N A N C I A L / L E G A L/ R E A L E S T AT E

The Hobbs Group............................15hobbscpa.com

Morgan StanleySmith Barney ..................................BCmorganstanley.com

Mungo Homes ................................16mungo.com

Ouzts, Ouzts & Varn, PC ..................16oovcpa.com

G A R D E N /L A N D S C A P I N G

Appletree Landscaping& Garden Center..............................19

Forest Lake Gardens ......................18

Good Ground Landscaping& Pressure Washing ........................19

advertisers index/websites


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H E A L T H C A R E

Columbia Skin Clinic ......................27columbiaskinclinic.com

Columbia Womens Healthcare ......22columbiawhc.com

Family Medicine Centers of SC ......20fmcofsc.com

Lexington Medical Center ..............24lexmed.com

Massage Envy..................................28massageenvy.com

Midlands MedicalWellness Center ..............................26midlandsmedwc.com

Palmetto Podiatry Associates........25palmettopodiatryassociates.com

Plastic Surgery of the Carolinas ....21plasticsurgerycarolina.com

Kimberly Richey, Certified Rolfer ..30

kimberlyricheyrolfing.com

Southern Urogynecology ..............31southurogyn.com

H O M E D C O R

Casual Living ..................................33casuallivingsc.com

House of Frames

& Paintings Gallery ........................34hofpgallery.com

Meeting Street Interiors ................34

Non(e)such ......................................33nonesuchltd.com

The Picture Place ............................32

Paul D. Sloan Interiors ....................33pdsinteriors.com

TropicAire ........................................34tropicaire.com

P E T S

Dog Training in Your Home ............35betterdog.com

Four Paws Animal Clinic ................35fourpawsanimalclinic.com

S E N I O R S

Security Federal Trust ....................36securityfederalbank.com

Senior Matters ................................38seniormatters.com

S E R V I C E S

Dunbar Funerals & Cremations......42dunbarfunerals.com

Dutch Heating& Air Conditioning ..........................40dutchheatingandair.com

Greater ColumbiaChamber of Commerce ..................41columbiachamber.com

Jim Hudson Lexus ..........................IFCjimhudsonlexus.com

Morganellis Party Store ................40

Henry Patton Pool,Fountain & Spa Services ................40

Silicon Solutions..............................41siliconsolutions.com

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beauty


Shaving doesnt causehair to grow back thicker.Your hairs thickness depends on your geneticsand your hormones. Whether you shave or notmakes no difference.

Shaving also doesnt make it grow backfaster or make your hair rougher.What really happens is that asyour hair grows it tapers off at theend. The ends of your hairs arethinner and appear less coarse.When you cut that part off,whats left is the thick partof your hair, so it seems

like it got thickerand coarser.

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NOTEBOOK FUN FACT


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Its allGreek to us.

Devine Foods(803) 252-0356

2702 Devine Street Columbia, SC 29205

Fresh-prepared food daily

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dining

NOTEBOOK FUN FACT

The banana plant is not a tree;it is actually the worlds largestherb. Put your bananas to work!(Remove the stringy stuff on the inside

first if youre using the peel.)

n Smash a banana into a smooth paste

to use as a moisturizer for your face.n Rub a banana peel on a mosquito bite

to prevent it from itching.

n Polish your houseplants, leather shoesand silverware with the insideof a banana peel.

n Planning to eat your bananas?Take them apart when youget home from the store

to slow the ripening process.

banana.com


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dining

1 gallon water

16 oz white grits8 oz white sugar

Cook grits as normal, adding sugar aswater begins to boil. Be sure to salt yourgrits and finish with cream & butter.Allow grits to cool for 1015 minutes.

Combine the following ingredients withthe cooked grits:

1 tsp vanilla extract4 oz butter, softened

12 oz light brown sugar

16 oz heavy cream

8 eggs

6 oz honey

Pour mixture in two one-inch baking

sheets or into ceramic boats and bake at425 degrees for 45 minutes.

The finished product should be barelysoft in the middle. Allow souffl to cool,then refrigerate. Each pan should yieldapproximately 16 servings.

To serve, lightly dust souffl with brownsugar and brown in broiler. Broil untilsouffl is warm. Remove and top with

candied pecans, whipped cream andwhatever fruit you would like.

Serve with a big smile.

Be sure to check the Upcoming Events

sections of our three restaurants websites

for weekly happenings and specials:

mrfriendlys.com, solsticekitchen.comandcellarongreene.com.

Mr. Friendlys & Solstice Kitchen

Brown Sugar-Pecan Grits Souffl


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dining

Visit grouchos.com to find the one nearest you.

Eight Columbia Locations


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NOTEBOOK FUN FACT

The hole you put your arm through in a shirt is called the armsaye.


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fashion/accessories

Beautiful hues of avatar blue, gunmetal,wine, teal and metallic are the color palettethis season.

Bottoms: The jegging is the hottest trend;similar to the legging, in denim! Styles includeslim leg, narrow and boot cut. Short skirtspaired with leggings are cute and easy formost body shapes.

Tops:Tunics lead the way. Look for oversizedknits, chunky sweaters and fun vests pairedwith slim pants.

Jackets: The most popular is military-style,more subtle and understated than the militarystyle to which were accustomed. Other trends

include new versions of the boyfriend, motor-cycle, toppers, wraps and faux leather jackets.

Dresses: A major trend from Europe this sea-son is lacenot your grandmas lace, butmetallic lace, black lace and ruffles of lace.Another trend is strong shoulders. No, werenot going back to football-player shoulderpads this season its more about embellish-ment. Shoulders are adorned with everythingfrom studs to beads and chains; a solid black

dress with somesparkle at theshoulder is asharp new look

this season.Whether work-ing or retired, look your best! When you knowyou look good, you feel good because fashioncreates attitude!

Looking for a few basic pieces to replace ones youve outgrown or some key pieces to update your wardrobe? VisitDias Merle Norman &Boutique for all your fashion needs. Our stafftakes pride in giving personalized service, payingattention to your specific needs and sharing newfashion tips and trends.

As your personal shopper, we understand thatsome of you could be models in magazines, butmost of us have our little issues, from poochytummies to thunder thighs, bird legs, too short ortoo tall, size 2 or 16. We can assist you with fash-ion tips that help you look your best, helping youfind the trends that are right for you!

Fashion Trendsby Dia Andrews, Dias Merle Norman & Boutique Whether

working orretired, look

your best!


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Its good to havemoney and the

things that moneycan buy, but its

good, too,to check up once

in a while andmake sure thatyou havent lost

the things thatmoney cant buy.

George Horace Lorimer

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financial/legal/real estate

115 Atrium Way n Suite 110Columbia, SC 29223 n 803.736.7855

oovcpa.com

Marty Ouzts, CPA

Sherry N. Ouzts, CPA

Charles Varn Jr., CPA/PFS

Andy Derajtys, CPA

Sherry Stark, EA

Chris Render, CPA

Patricia Maynard

OUZTS,OUZTS& VARN, PC

CE RT I F I E D PUBL I C ACCOUN T AN T S

NOTEBOOK FUN FACT

Rule of 78Also known as the sum-of-the-digitsmethod, the Rule of 78 is a methodof yearly interest calculation. The

name comes from the total number

of months interest that is calculated

in a year (the first month is 1 months

interest, whereas the second month

contains 2 months interest, etc.). Thisis an accurate interest model based

on the assumption that the borrower

pays only the amount due each

month. If the borrower pays off the

loan early, this method maximizes the

amount paid to the lender by

applying funds

to interest before

principal.


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Wealth alone is no guarantee of asecure retirement. Its time to startthinking about what youll need. Even ifyou are doing well, plentiful assets and agood income are probably not enough to getrid of your worries about retirementat leastnot according to new studies of high networth investors. Thousands of affluentboomers and Gen Xers studied by Whartonand State Street Global Advisors expressedfears about outlasting their money. You may

be worried about preserving your standard ofliving in the face of market downturns, infla-tion and health care costs during a retirementthat may last 30 years. In fact, 57% of thosesurveyed cited rising health care costs as theirnumber-one concern. And if youre in theyounger half of those surveyed, a lack of tra-ditional pensions and Social Security andMedicare safety nets is probably also on yourmind.

Experts agree that wealth alone is no guaran-tee of retirement security; saving too littleruns up and down the income scale andwealth scale, says Olivia S. Mitchell, an insur-ance and risk-management professor atWharton. Comfortable living inevitably trans-lates to spending. Though the wealthy save,Mitchell explained in the Wharton study,people with high earnings also spend a lotto keep the lifestyle they enjoy going.

Reasons for concernYour retirement isnt likely to be the same as itwould have been 50 years ago. The old adagewas that you needed 80% of your currentincome when you retirebut nearly half ofthe 1,800 millionaires surveyed by the 2007Phoenix Wealth Survey said they will needmore than 100%. You may even be thinking ofworking indefinitely, at least part time, inorder to stay engaged and support a com-

fortable lifestyle. Also, your life expectancyhas increased, even from just a generationago. Determining your retirement goals is acomplex processone that means takingthe time to figure out what it is you reallywant now and down the road.

The planWorried as you may be, you may not have

begun planning. Fifty-nine percent of highnet worth investors have no formal writtenplan for their retirement goalsbut a retire-ment analysis can help. We can run thisanalysis to assess your financial situation, yourpotential annual retirement income, your sav-ings and investments and your tax situation.

Then, its time to analyze your retirementgoals. Once you know what you want, we candetermine ways to help you get there,

whether that involves altering your invest-ment strategy, changing the amounts youcontribute or something else entirely. Theretirement analysis will provide you with a fullreport, including savings recommendationsand sources for retirement income.

Talk to your Financial Advisor about how aretirement analysis might benefit you.

Jan Jernigan is a Financial Advisor atMorgan

Stanley Smith Barney located in Columbia,South Carolina and may be reached at 803-251-3300 [email protected]. Lookfor the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney ad on theback cover ofThe Columbia Notebook.

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and its affiliates do notprovide tax or legal advice. To the extent that this material orany attachment concerns tax matters, it is not intended tobe used and cannot be used by a taxpayer for the purpose ofavoiding penalties that may be imposed by law. Any suchtaxpayer should seek advice based on the taxpayers partic-

ular circumstances from an independent tax advisor.

2010 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC.

financial/legal/real estate

Retiring Rightby Jan Jernigan, Financial Advisor,

Vice President, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney

Columbia, South Carolina

Determining yourretirement goals is acomplex processonethat means taking thetime to figure outwhat it is you reallywant now and downthe road.


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Grow Cold-HardyKale in Your Gardenthis WinterKale is included again and again on lists

of super foods, and for good reason: it's anutritional powerhouse, packed withvitamin C, vitamin E (an antioxidant),calcium and even a few cancer-fightingcompounds.

Luckily for us, kale is a winter crop herein the Midlands of South Carolina.Heres how to grow it:

Kales do best when grown in very richwell-drained soil with lots of organic

matter and a pH of 6.07.0 Plant seedsindividually about inch deep orbroadcast them for intensive planting.Kale requires regular, thorough irriga-tion and feeding every two weeks or sowith a high-nitrogen fertilizer.

This super nutritious crop is one ofthose plants that keep on giving. Youcan harvest individual leaves as soon asthey are 6 to 7 inches long, or allow

them to grow larger. Kale leaves can beused at any time for salads or asgarnishes. Leaves are cropped, leavingthe bud to grow new leaves or theentire kale plant is harvested at onecutting. For a fall crop, wait until thekale plants are touched by a frost tosweeten the taste. The plants will con-tinue to produce leaves for months.

KALE FACTS:PLANT TYPE: Annual

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Brassica oleraceavar acephala

LIGHT: Full Sun

SOIL TYPE: Organically rich soil,well-drained

pH RANGE: 6.07.0

MOISTURE/WATERING: Average

MATURITY IN DAYS: 5560

KNOWN PESTS: Cabbage worms andloopers, root maggots, aphids andDiamondback moths

KNOWN DISEASES: Head rot anddowny mildew

Kale with Garlic & BaconMakes 8 servings

Shredding the kale allows you to cook it for a shorterperiod of time, so it retains its bright color and isgentler in flavor than if it had been slow-cooked.

2-1/2 pounds kale (about 4 bunches),tough stems & center ribs cut off & discarded

10 bacon slices, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

4 garlic cloves, finely chopped

2 cups water

Stack a few kale leaves and roll lengthwise into acigar shape. Cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-wide stripswith a sharp knife. Repeat with remaining leaves.

Cook bacon in a wide 6- to 8-quart heavy pot overmoderate heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp,then transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towelsto drain. Pour off and discard all but 3 tablespoonsfat from pot, then cook garlic in remaining fat over

moderately low heat, stirring, until pale golden,about 30 seconds. Add kale (pot will be full) andcook, turning with tongs, until wilted and brightgreen, about 1 minute. Add water and simmer,partially covered, until just tender, 6 to 10 minutes.Toss with bacon and salt and pepper to taste.epicurious.com


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Bhavesh R.Amin, M.D.Pamela I. Brown, M.D.

William H. Crigler, M.D.

Tamera D. Crowe, M.D.

David C. Fisher, M.D.

Stacy J. Gajewski, M.D.

Patrice L. High, D.O.

Anil J. Kudchadkar, M.D.

John F. Mattei, D.C., M.D.

David C. Morris, M.D.

Stephen F. Serbin, M.D.

Peter J. Stahl, M.D.

Stephen M. Tuel, M.D.

G. Jack Walters, M.D.

Carol S. Berry, F.N.P.

Jennifer R. Turner, PA-C

Midtown Family Medicine931-0100 1910 Gregg StreetCorner of Richland & Gregg streets

Woodhill Family Medicine783-4433 813 Leesburg Road

At Leesburg Road Exit of I-77

Springwood Lake Family Practice788-7884 1721 Horseshoe DriveNear Two Notch Road Exit of I-20

Rice Creek Family Medicine227-7777 300 Rice Meadow Way

At corner of Hardscrabble Road

Saluda Pointe Family Medicine239-1600 3630 Sunset BoulevardBetween I-26 and I-20 Exits

Visit our Web site:www.FMCofSC.com H O U R S B Y A P P O I N T M E N T

Family MedicineCenters ofSouth Carolina, P.A.

Anxiety does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow,but only empties today of its strength.

Charles Spurgeon


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This is one of the most frequently ponderedquestions by women who are consideringcosmetic breast augmentation. The most

common reason a woman may be disap-pointed with the appearance of her breastsafter breast enhancement surgery indeedturns out to be size.

The most important factor in answering thequestion What size should I be? is under-standing proportions. Every woman is unique,not only in height and weight but also inframe, body type, breast shape, hip size, etc.Whether it is because of poor communication

with their plastic surgeon or simply havingdifferent expectations, a woman may feeleither too big or not quite large enough aftersurgery. This is unfortunate and largely avoid-able. The key is to be well-informed beforeyour surgery.

How Do I Find the Answer?If you do not need a breast lift (mastopexy)

for a droopy or sag-ging breast, a simpletest to determinewhat size implantwould be best is topour some un-

cooked dry rice intoa standard measur-ing cup (measureand note the ccs). Then transfer the rice intoa disposable sock made of stocking mesh andtie the knot. Place the rice implant into anelastic cotton or Spandex bra and look in themirror. If you like what you see, let your plasticsurgeon know that you tried the rice testand you came up with a cc number that you

like. Your surgeon will carefully examine youand, if he or she agrees that that size would bea pretty fit for you, then you should already bewell on your way to becoming a satisfiedpatient. Photos can also be helpful to indicatewhat you think looks attractive.

For more information please check outwhatsizeshouldibe.com, or visitplasticsurgerycarolina.com.

What Size Should I Be?by Ram Kalus MD, Plastic Surgery of the Carolinas

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I hope my story inspires someone to fol-

low through on their health issues, as Iwas encouraged to do when I mistakenlythought myself alone and unable to facewhat might come next.

Last July, I suddenly began to experienceexcruciating pain in my left hip, then one ofmy legs both day and night and it wasmuch worse at night. My primary care physi-cian prescribed a couple of different pills,

none of which gave me much relief. A coupleof weeks later, I was referred to the hospitalfor an MRI. The results showed a mass in mylower back, possibly a metastatic lesion.Every possible emotion flooded my mindand took over my life! Because I live alone, Ihad no one to help me through any of this.

The most frightening question loomed,What if I have cancer? I shook my head anddeclared to myself, Its a lie.

Mid-August I had my yearly appointment fora Gyn check-up. I took a copy of my MRIreport with me to see my favorite doctor Myles Davis, with Columbia Womens Health-care. After the exam, we discussed the pain inmy legs and hip, and the MRI report. Wetalked and I cried. During this very emotionalvisit, he explained to me what he wanted meto do because he would rather I know thannot. He would not accept no as myresponse. He told me he would be with meall the way, keeping in close contact with myprimary care physician and reviewing everyreport. I was to call him day or night with anyconcerns I might have his bottom line wasthat we needed to know!

Two days later, I received a personal, hand-written letter from Dr. Davis. I read it and,again, I cried. Within an hour, I called his voicemail and left a message of heartfelt gratitudefor his concern for my well-being andrequested that he begin the referral process.

I told him that, had it not been for histhoughts, advice and concern, I would nothave made that call.

I followed his advice and had a CT scan and abiopsy. The report was returned negative formalignancy! Without Dr Davis insistence, Imnot confident that I would have followedthrough to get the necessary tests done and

the answers so critical to my health.

I owe a huge thank you to Dr. Davis, my spe-cial doctor, for his expressions of compassionand support. He took several extra steps toshow he cared, alleviating my fears and wor-ries while explaining the importance offacing and dealing with my health issues.

Over the years Ive met many womenthrough my job and church who share theopinion that Dr. Davis is a gifted doctor and awonderful person.

The definition of friend is: a person whomone knows, likes and trusts. A good friend isone who places your best interests and wel-fare in the forefront. Dr. Davis, by thesedefinitions, is the epitome of a good friend,which makes him extraordinary in the worldof medicine.

My Special Doctorby Joyce Alexander as told to Shirley Keels,

Administrator, Columbia Womens Healthcare

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I owe a hugethank you toDr. Davis, my

special doctor,for hisexpressionsof compassionand support.


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Lexington Medical Center in West Columbia is

showcasing its comprehensive line of womensservices that are dedicated to women in allstages of life.

Women of all ages from the Midlands are fea-tured in a new advertising campaign, with theirreal health stories showcased on lexmed.com.The hospital hopes that women will be inspiredby the comprehensive services Lexington Med-ical Center offers and the unparalleledcompassion that accompanies the advancedmedical technology.

Lexington Medical Centers Ob/Gyn practicesoffer the newest technology, skillful care and per-sonal attention. The hospital delivers more than3,200 babies each year, offering innovativebirthing programs such as doulas, a free serviceproviding a birth coach who gives women com-fort and reassurance during labor and delivery. Inaddition, Lexington Medical Center is the onlyMidlands hospital with a midwifery program.

The Womens Imaging Center at the main cam-pus and three others at Lexington MedicalCenters community locations are complement-ed by a new, state-of-the-art digital mobilemammography van that travels throughout theMidlands to perform screenings at off-campuslocations on request.

The innovative Lexington Medical Center pro-gram known as Five Day Detection to Diagnosissees patients who detect a lump or abnormalitywithin 24 hours, then provides answers about thehealth of the breast within five days. Radiologists,pathologists, physicians and nurses work togeth-er to deliver a prompt diagnosis.

Lexington Medical Center works closely withwomen and their families throughout cancertreatment. Beckys Place, a boutique located

inside the hospital, offers wigs, mastectomy brasand prostheses. Staff members are certified inmastectomy fittings and prosthetics; some arecancer survivors themselves. Breast cancerpatients also receive the assistance of a nursenavigator who provides education and emotion-al support.

For more information about Lexington MedicalCenters womens services, visitlexmed.com.

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by Jennifer Wilson

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MYTH: Bunion surgery is painful

FACT: This is perhaps the most common mis-conception. In fact, most patients will describemild to moderate pain for 2 or 3 days followingtheir procedure. In some cases, oral pain medi-

cine may be used and in other cases medicinessuch as ibuprofen or naproxen are sufficient.

MYTH: Bunions are caused by certain typesof shoes

FACT: Although certain shoes may exacerbatesymptoms, bunion deformities occur over time inpeople with a genetic predisposition. There is astrong familial relationship and the deformityseems to be more common in women. The defor-mity (hallux valgus) involves a malalignment ofthe great toe joint which progressively worsens.

MYTH: The bunion will return even if Ihave surgery

FACT: Bunion correction is approximately 90%successful; the commonly accepted recurrencerate is around 12%.

MYTH: I will be completely incapacitated forsix weeks after bunion surgery

FACT: Most patients begin to regain mobility,on a limited basis, after 48 hours. Most often,weight bearing is permitted with the use of aboot or post-operative shoe. Typically, activitylevels begin to increase significantly after the sec-

ond or third week. Only about one-third ofpatients will require crutches or a walker,depending on their procedure.

MYTH: There is only one type of bunionoperation

FACT: There are quite a few different proce-dures that are commonly employed. They canvary significantly in terms of recovery periods.The exact procedure for a given patient is basedon the patients age, activity level, severity ofdeformity and X-ray findings.

Bunion deformities are a common and some-times painful condition. Treatment options vary.Each case is unique and appropriate evaluation isnecessary. In many cases, surgical correction is acommon and effective treatment option.

by Joseph J. Moran, DPM

Palmetto Podiatry Associates, LLC

Common Myths about Bunion Surgery

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There is an answer for menopause andandropause (male menopause)! A person nolonger has to put up with fatigue, mood swings,hot flashes (women), difficulty sleeping, poor sexdrive, vaginal dryness (women), weight gain,

depression, anxiety, muscle loss, and difficultyconcentrating through the use of BHRT pelletswhich are compounded forms of estrogen andtestosterone. These are plant-derived and typi-cally cause few side effects. Although there aremany forms of BHRT, pellets last for severalmonths. Hormones are slowly released in a morephysiological manner in levels that the bodyuses during the time a woman is at her prime.

The oral HCG (no shots required!) weight-lossprogram has seen remarkable success and,

although individual results vary, on average,patients are seeing 20 to 25 lb of weight loss inthe first month of use.

From Dr. Rhoe

My husband and I just recently returned from avacation. We stayed at a resort right on the beachand did not turn on our mobile phones or accessthe Internet while we were there. It was wonder-ful! Of course, my mind was still working. I hadan opportunity to reflect on the successfulimpact that Midlands Medical Wellness Center ishaving on the lives of our patients and their fam-ilies, since opening in May 2007.

The original purpose was to address the hor-monal imbalance of men and women throughBHRT, then we added the oral HCG weight-lossprogram. Looking into the future, Midlands Med-ical Wellness Center will continue to grow,offering alternatives that improve the quality oflife for even more patients. Watch for the intro-duction of toxic-free skin care products thatreduce wrinkles and even smooth out cellulite aswell as scientifically studied nutritional supple-ments that improve metabolism and energy.

Our mission is to change lives one person at a time.

Jandrette Rhoe, MD has been trained in the evalu-ation and management of bio-identical hormonereplacement. For more information, go to Mid-landsMedWC.com or call803.223.9328 toschedule your appointment today.

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As you lie on the table under crisp, fresh

sheets, hushed music draws you into themoment. You hear the gentle sound of mas-sage lotion being warmed in your therapistshands. You start to relax in anticipation of reliefto your overstressed muscles. Once the ses-sion gets underway, the problems of the worldfade out and all you can comprehend rightnow is not wanting it to end.

But what if that hour of massage did more foryou than just take the pressures of the day

away? What if that gentle Swedish massagehelped you combat more? What if bodyworkhelped you recover from a strained hamstringin half the time? What if your sleep, digestionand mood all improved with massage andbodywork? What if these werent just whatifs?

Evidence is showing that the more massageyou can allow yourself, the better youll feel.

Frequency is the key. Heres why.Massage as a healing tool has been around forthousands of years in many cultures. Touchingis a natural human reaction to pain and stress,and for conveying compassion and support.As a society today, we are touch-deprived,which greatly increases the chance for diseaseor emotional dysfunction.

Just think of the last time you bumped your

head or had a sore calf. What did you do?Rubbed it, right? The same was true of our ear-liest ancestors. Todays licensed massagetherapists are trained in the long-developedtechniques of tissue manipulation.

Having a massage does more than just relaxyour body and mind there are specificphysiological and psychological changeswhich occur, even more so when massage isutilized as a preventative, frequent therapy

and not simply considered a mere luxury. Mas-sage not only feels good, but it can cure whatails you.

The Consequences of StressExperts estimate that 80 to 90 percent of dis-ease is stress-related; a frightening number!Massage and bodywork can combat stresseffectively. The physical changes that profes-sional massage therapy brings to you canhave a positive effect in many areas of yourlife: besides increasing relaxation and decreas-ing anxiety, massage lowers your bloodpressure, increases circulation, improvesrecovery from injury, helps you to sleep betterand can improve your concentration. Itreduces fatigue and gives you more energy tohandle stressful situations. If you have a specif-ic condition, dont hesitate to ask your trustedmassage therapy provider for information.

Massage is a perfect elixir for good health, butit can also provide an integration of body andmind. By producing a meditative, heightened

awareness of living in the present momentduring the therapeutic session, massage canprovide emotional and spiritual balance,bringing with it true relaxation and peace.

For more information and affordable massagetherapy appointments, contact your localMassage Envy clinic, experts in massagetherapy. Forest Acres (803) 790-9000,Harbison (803) 227-4444; ormassageenvy.com.

Massage Therapy:More than Relaxation?by Charmaine Kasperbauer

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Evidence isshowing that themore massageyou can allow

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Perhaps you suffer from chronic pain related toan injury or ongoing condition; perhaps youvebeen told those nagging aches and twinges arean unavoidable part of getting older.

The truth is, if youre unhappy with how yourbody feels or if you wish you could performbetter in your favorite activities and sports, thereis something you can do about it.

Theres more than one path tophysical well-being

Increasingly, were realizing there is no silverbullet fix that will deliver good health andvibrant well-being for our whole life. Instead weneed to take advantage of the full range ofspecialists and therapies now available to keepour bodies strong, balanced and flexible.

Rolfing is a manual therapy that aligns yourbody for optimal movement

Rolfing (named after its creator, Ida Rolf, PhD) ishands-on therapy that focuses on the soft tissuethat connects your muscles. Through massage

and manipulation, a professionally trained Rolfer

releases tension and restores the natural, optimalmovement of your body.

Rolfing is particularly effective in delivering long-term benefits because:

n It doesnt just focus on the area of pain acertified Rolfer observes and treats the body as awhole, integrated system.

n You actively participate in the sessions attention is focused on what youre feeling inreal-time and, through collaboration with your

rolfer, therapy produces more and longer-lastingimprovements.

n Its not just treatment its movementre-education, giving you the knowledge youneed to move more effectively every day so youcan keep your body in alignment and out of pain.

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A womans self-confidence can be drasticallyaffected by a variety of medical issues, withpelvic floor disorders such as urinary inconti-nence among the most common. Currentlymore than 17 million women suffer from urinaryincontinence. Common causes include urinarytract infections, child bearing, hormone loss aftermenopause, physical abnormalities, nerve disor-ders and the side effects of drugs such asdiuretics or sedatives.

Pelvic organ prolapse, the weakening of pelvicmusculature due to childbearing, is another con-dition which affects more than 30% of women

50 years and older. Other risk factors includeweight gain, chronic lifting or straining, smoking,and previous hysterectomy. The most commonsymptom is the feeling of pressure or discomfortin the pelvic area, and possibly difficulty withvoiding or bowel movements. Often a womanactually notices something protruding vaginally.

Sadly, because they are not aware that boththese issues can be very effectively treated, manywomen try to hide these problems and limit

their lives as a result. This can be very embarrass-ing; women can become so self-conscious thatthey dont talk about it.

No matter what the cause of a pelvic floor disor-der, there are many safe and effectivetreatments. Women dont have to hide the prob-

lem any longer.With 10 years experience managing and treatingurinary incontinence and female pelvic disorders,Dr. Andrea Pezzella founded Southern Urogynecol-ogy, a first and only premier center that exclusivelyaddresses urogynecology issues, serving womenand referring physicians in the Greater ColumbiaMetropolitan Area.

Specializing in the comprehensive evaluation andmanagement of female pelvic health, specifically in

prolapse of the uterus, vagina, bladder, urethra and

rectum, urinary incontinence (loss of bladder con-trol) and fecal incontinence (loss of bowel control),Dr. Pezzella takes pride in keeping ahead of the lat-est innovations to bring patients the mostup-to-the-minute therapies and minimally inva-sive procedures coupled with attention to personalservice.

For more information, visitsouthurogyn.com.

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NOTEBOOK FUN FACT

What we call WD-40 was created in1953 by three technicians at the SanDiego Rocket Chemical Company. Thename comes from the project thatwas to find a water displacementcompound. The fortieth formulation

was successful, thus WD-40.And do you know what the basicingredient is in WD-40? Fish oil!

Here are some interesting ways to use this

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n Restore and clean chalkboards.

n Remove stains from stainless steel sinks.

n Remove dirt & grime from the grill.

n Keep glass shower doors free ofwater spots.

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Here are just a few of the reasons seniormen sing the praises of older women:

An older woman will never ask out of theblue, What are you thinking? An olderwoman doesnt care what you think.

An older woman has been around longenough to know who she is, what she wantsand from whom. By the age of 50, few womenare wishy-washy. About anything. Thank God!

Older women are forthright and honest.Theyll tell you right off that you are a jerk ifyoure acting like one. A young woman willsay nothing, fearing that you might thinkworse of her. An older woman doesnt give adamn.

An older, single woman usually has had her fillof meaningful relationships and long-termcommitments. Cant relate? Cant commit?She could care less. The last thing she needs inher life is another whiny, dependent lover!

An older woman has the self-assurance tointroduce you to her women friends. A youngwoman often snarls with distrust when herguy is with other women. Older womencouldnt care less.

Yes, we geezers praise older women for amultitude of reasons. These are but a few.

Unfortunately, it's not reciprocal.

For every stunning, smart, well-coifed babe of75 theres a bald, paunchy relic with his yellowpants belted at his armpits making a fool ofhimself with some 22-year-old waitress.

Ladies, I apologize for my fellow geezers. Thatmen are genetically inferior is no secret. Countyour blessings that we die off at a far youngerage, leaving you the best part of your lives toenjoy and appreciate the exquisite womanyouve become, without the distraction ofsome demanding old coot clinging andwhining his way into your serenity.2000 Frank Kaiser, edited for space.

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As a professional care manager for 12 years, I

have seen many changes in health care forseniors and watched as the system of care hasbecome even more complex. Twelve yearsago, doctors were still making calls at the hos-pital so if you were admitted, if not yourphysician, one from the practice would seeyou and your care was directed by the teamfrom the practice. Today, if you go to the hos-pital, often you are seen by a hospitalist. Thedefinition, from MedicineNet.com, of a hospi-

talist: Physicians who devote much of theirprofessional time and focus to the care of hos-pitalized patients. So you go to a hospital andare seen by a very qualified hospitalist that willfollow you while you are in the hospital. Oftenthis physician has not seen you in the past andthe information you provide is vital to themedical assessment and care plan. Then youhave a discharge planner who is part of theteam that makes decisions as to how your care

will continue after you leave the hospital. Thisprofessional should be your advocate whodiscusses your options and allows you tomake informed decisions based on yourneeds and family or social support after youleave the hospital.

The real issue is: who is following you throughthe ER, hospitalization and after discharge tomake sure that you are receiving all the bene-fits to which you should have access, and who

is making sure that the care plan is continuingin a manner that will promote wellness?

We often see seniors returning to the hospitalwhen the continuing care plan did not sup-port their needs and was not well-establishedfrom the hospitalization, which leaves the sen-ior without the benefit of a supportivenetwork of care for recovery.

Certified professional care managers are high-

ly qualified to assess the current medical eventwhile identifying the issues that are relevantto the recovery process. They assess, developand communicate the clients needs and wish-es as they relate to quality of care and safety intheir environment.

Certified care managers follow a client while inthe hospital and after discharge. They workclosely with the client and professionals pro-viding care at the rehabilitation centers, home

health companies or hospice companies toensure that the individual is receiving theservices that will support the care plan andpromote quality of life.

Where will you find a certified care manager?In the hospital, rehabilitation center, assistedliving community or in independent livingfacilities. The certified care manager will iden-tify the services that are available and assistthe patient in obtaining those resources.

Education is empowering knowledge ispower and can increase your opportunity toidentify resources that support YOUR careplan.

At Senior Matters, we would like the opportunityto serve you by providing education and caremanagement that promotes quality of life. In the

years that we have provided professional caremanagement, about 95% of our clients come tous when there is a crisis and they are unable toadvocate for themselves or their loved ones.Before a crisis arises, we encourage individuals tocontact us and schedule a consultation, whichwill enable you to become a better advocate for

yourself and other family members.

Senior Matters Extended Services works withclients across the state and in bordering states

providing professional geriatric care manage-ment. Senior Matters Extended Services has two

registered nurses and a masters level socialworker, certified in case management and certi-fied as a legal guardian, one of four in the stateof South Carolina.

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Dunbar Funerals and Cremations ispleased to introduce its newest loca-

tion in Northeast Columbia. The Dunbar Northeast Chapel is an integralpart of the continuing legacy Dunbar hasenjoyed in the Midlands. For more than 100years, five generations of Dunbars have uphelda family tradition of striving for the higheststandards and an even higher level of serviceto the areas families.

Through the years, Dunbars inspiration has

been to do the right thing at the right time inthe right way to be satisfied with nothingshort of perfection.

Dunbars reputation for the highest quality ofservice and commitment to fair prices placesus among the top funeral homes in the nationin terms of the number of funeral services con-ducted. This long-standing tradition andattitude of caring and dignity provides youwith every assurance that funeral needs will be

fulfilled professionally and with compassion.

Additionally, Dunbars association with StewartEnterprises, the nations second-largestprovider of funeral services, provides us withaccess to the resources and expertise requiredto fulfill any funeral needs. At Dunbar, we workto exemplify Stewarts motto: Caring for

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Dunbar Northeast Chapel, our newest loca-

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The start of the school season also means thestart of the taxi season for moms across thecountry. As someone once delightfully spelledout on a bumper sticker, My kids drive mecrazy. I drive them everywhere else!

Like it or not, back to school means youre backbehind the wheel. But whether its a short triparound the corner to the bus stop or a jauntacross town for swim practice, protecting yourprecious cargo is always a top priority.

There are a million things you can do yourself to

ensure your childs safety this back-to-schoolseason, such as buckling up and properlyinstalling car seats. But what can your vehicledo?

Thanks to todays luxury vehicle technology,many problems and safety concerns can beavoided with little or no effort on your part. Idont know about you, but as a busy mom, littleeffort is a rare phrase I welcome into my lifewhenever I get the chance.

Just walk on to any luxury dealers lot and youllfind some of the most advanced safety featuresever developed, many now standard on newcoupes, sedans and SUVs.

For instance, most luxury vehicles offer the con-venience of a tire pressure monitoring system,with sensors that alert you when the air pres-sure is low. And Im sure youll agree, when itcomes to transporting children, anything lowerthan optimal is unacceptable.

Many luxury vehicles also come with rollover

prevention systems that sense an impending

rollover and make necessary adjustments toavoid loss of control. Some manufacturers, suchas Lexus, have gone even further by includingrollover sensors in their front, rear and side cur-tain airbags.

You may be driving to and fro, always on-the-go,

but what happens when you need to stopabruptly? Thats where electronic brakingsystems come in. This technology recognizes aquick shift from gas to brake pedal and appliesextra pressure to the brakes. The result is ashorter stopping distance and, hopefully, anavoided accident.

Possibly the most noticeable of all the new safe-ty technologies is the rear backup camera. Withthis handy device, you can easily spot the groupof grade schoolers running to catch the bus as

they dart behind your SUV. Because we all knowthat no matter how many times we tell them tobe aware of their surroundings, kids alwaysseem to pop up where we least expect them. Thanks to the camera, you can be aware ofwhats around you at all times, ensuring every-one stays safe.

Amazingly enough, most of these systems workwithout you even knowing it! So this fall, as youdrop your little ones off at school or haul theteam to pee-wee practice, you can count on the

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