Ocala

All Americans have some degree of cataract change by the age of 75. As the country’s population advances in years, cataract surgery has become one of the most common surgical procedures, nearing 4 million cases annually. Recent advances in cataract surgery, including computer-assisted eye mapping and laser assisted cataract removal, …

By Janice Martin, Owner of Senior Liaison of Central Florida There are times in life when circumstances prove that a change in the direction we’re going is necessary. Sometimes the situation is temporary, and other times it may have to be long term. When people think about a move to …

By Sergio Martinez, DO, AOA, AOAO Hip replacement surgery is a common procedure performed to alleviate pain and restore function to the hip joint. The surgery involves replacing the damaged hip joint with an artificial joint made of metal, plastic, or ceramic materials. Hip replacement surgery is typically recommended for …

A Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) specializes in treating upper extremity disorder for the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand. A CHT requires a high level of specialization including postgraduate education and extensive clinical experience. They work closely with orthopedic and general surgeons who specialize in the hand to maximize rehabilitation outcomes …

By Elisha Lopez Once upon a time, in a land filled with deadlines and never-ending tasks, I discovered the hard way that my adrenal glands weren’t too fond of my workaholic tendencies. They decided to pack up and go on strike, leaving me feeling like a deflated balloon in dire …

When it comes to pain management, The Interventional Pain Institute (IPI) is the new name creating waves in The Village and Ocala, Florida. Led by Dr. Brent Compton, the institute offers a comprehensive array of interventional pain services designed to alleviate chronic and acute pain, thereby enhancing patients’ quality of …

By Sandra Reddick Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a medical treatment that involves breathing in pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber. The therapy has been used to treat various medical conditions, including decompression sickness, carbon monoxide poisoning, and diabetic foot ulcers. In recent years, HBOT has gained popularity as a …

National Nutrition Month® is sponsored annually by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to focus on the importance of making informed food choices, developing good eating habits and staying physically active. Did you know a healthy lifestyle can lessen your chances of developing cancer? Nearly 2 million Americans will be …

Primary care providers serve as crucial figures in the lives of their patients, embodying roles beyond those of mere doctors. They act as health advocates, attentive listeners, trusted confidantes, educators, and counselors. Dr. Cobra Chamblee epitomizes these multifaceted roles in her practice at VIPcare Ocala – Downtown. Dr. Chamblee is …

By Janice Martin, Owner of Senior Liaison of Central Florida Memory Care is often confused as being a nursing home. Although a few nursing homes have a memory care area, it is most often a specialized “neighborhood” within assisted living. Memory care does not mean advanced care – it is …