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CONTENTS SPECIAL The Will to SPECIAL Recover 6 DEPARTMENTS 2 Phil’s Feature Breast cancer care is centered on you, the patient— the way it should be. 49 PrimeTime Health GMC and Crossroads Hospice give special care to fragile family members. 54 Out of the White Coat Read about one of the few endocrine surgery specialists in metro Atlanta. 56 Transforming Healthcare Take a look at two new solutions for men with enlarged prostates. Special Title Jaynil Shah suffered aCopy thatage 21 and stroke at is specifi long, diffi faced a c to the cult article content road to recovery. from a client he Discover why will go here in this continues to amaze location. his caregivers. FEATURES 40 42 46 50 52 ‘X’ Marks the Spot If your body veers off course, your doctor may need this high-tech road map to discover what ails you. Pregnancy Predictors Beyond the baby bump, pregnancy has some surprising things to say about an expectant mom’s health. Play It Safe Don’t let these five misconceptions about hospital safety prevent you from getting the care you need. Full Strength A high school athlete suffered a torn knee ligament, but now, after surgery and rehabilitation, he’s running better than before. Lifesaving Gift Emergency personnel have a new high-tech tool for transmitting patient data more quickly, thanks to funds from two physicians groups. 4 10 14 20 24 36 So Long, Suffering Sinuses always blocked? Consider this less-invasive alternative to traditional surgery. Healthy Hues Feeling blue? Or green with envy? Here’s how to improve your life through the deliberate use of color. The New Survivors Meet three inspiring survivors who share their hard-won words of wisdom on how to beat cancer. First (Aid) Things First If you’ve ever wanted to be a lifesaving action hero, follow this advice of a veteran firefighter and EMT. Find Your Groove Turn your exercise routine into a three-member band for maximum results. We show you how. Stay in Circulation Protect yourself from these six common vascular diseases. COVER PHOTOGRAPHY BY CLIFF WATTS, ICON INTERNATIONAL 30 ON THE COVER Nearly six years after becoming a country megastar, Carrie Underwood has never abandoned her small-town roots—or four health practices that keep her going. Vim & Vigor · FAL L 2011 1

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Fall 2011 - Gwinnett Medical Center

Vim & Vigor - Fall 2011 - Gwinnett Medical Center
Contents
Phil's Feature
So Long, Suffering
The Will to Recover
Healthy Hues
The New Survivors
First (Aid) Things First
Find Your Groove
A Healthy Tune
Stay in Circulation
‘X’ Marks the Spot
Pregnancy Predictors
Play It Safe
Prime Time Health
Full Strength
Lifesaving Gift
Out of the White Coat
Transforming Healthcare

Vim & Vigor - Fall 2011 - Gwinnett Medical Center

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