► DENTISTRY
Mary Sanders, DMD
2677 S. Tamiami Tr. • Sarasota • 366-0616
Mary Sanders, DMD, offers the latest in general dental care including family, pediatric and geriatric dentistry. Services include crowns, bridges, cosmetic bonding, bleaching, gum treatment, root canals, extractions, dentures, partials and repairs. Mon. - Thurs. 8 am to 5 pm.
► HAIR REMOVAL
Electrolysis by Diane Underwood, RE
2700 S. Tamiami Trail, Ste. 16 • Sarasota 363-0939
Image is important...and unwanted hair need not interfere with the image you want to portray. You can remove it permanently. The only time-tested, safe and easy method of permanent hair removal that has been the proven method formany years. Affordable and offered in a quaint, confidential setting by a licensed electrologist. The latest equipment and pre-treatment applications used to enhance your comfort. Evening and weekend appointments available. Free consultation.
► MASSAGE THERAPY
Cristobal Planas, LMT
Cristobal’s Massage & Therapy
11 South Blvd. of Presidents, Suite #3
St. Armands Circle, Sarasota
941-388-5111 • www.cristobalsmassage.com
license #: MA 48191
At Cristobal's we offer massage therapy as a restorative oasis designed with you in mind. Unwind, relax, de-stress and rejuvenate your body and mind with our array of massage therapy specialties. All services are customized to meet specific needs and preferences, yours.
We honor the time you spend with us as your time to rest, be nurtured, reflect and renew. Our unique environment is designed to enhance body, mind, and spirit through the sounds of soothing music and flowing waterfalls.
At Cristobal's Massage & Therapy located in Sarasota, we offer many Massage Therapy methods: Therapeutic Massage, Swedish Massage, Aromatherapy Massage, Deep Tissue Massage to relieve pain and restricted movement, and Hot Stone Massage. We also feature Medical Massage & Neuromuscular Massage for neck pain, back pain, releasing muscle spasms, strengthening or stretching specific muscles and remodeling fascia.
Therapeutic massage is the knowledgeable manipulation of the muscles and soft tissues of the body, to prevent and alleviate pain, discomfort, and stress. A soothing massage can help you unwind, but that's not all. Explore the health benefits. You might think of a massage as a luxury found in exotic spas and upscale health clubs. But did you know that massage can reduce stress and promote healing in people with a variety of health conditions? Massage therapy helps you relax, re-align and rejuvenate. There are many positive aspects to receiving massage therapy on an ongoing basis.
► OBSTETRICS / GYNECOLOGY
Swor Women’s Care
G. Michael Swor MD; Beth Hinkelman ARNP; Allison Smith ARNP
1617 South Tuttle Ave., Suite 1A • Sarasota 330-8885 www.sworcare.com
Swor Women’s Care offers state-of-the-art gynecology care for before, during and after reproductive years. We offer services for pain, bleeding, infertility and we are bladder problem specialists. We also offer MD-supervised nutritional program, accredited clinical physician-performed gyn, specialty ultrasound, cancer screening and diagnostic care and calcium, bone health and aging issues.
► ONCOLOGY / HEMATOLOGY
► Cancer Center of Sarasota-Manatee
Steven W. Mamus, M.D., Medical Director
David A. Nyberg, M.D.
3830 Bee Ridge Rd., Ste 301, Sarasota, 923-1872
3501 Cortez Rd., Ste 3 • Bradenton • 955-0606 www.cancercenterswfl.com
The Cancer Center of Sarasota-Manatee offers the most advanced treatments available for cancers and hematological disorders in the comfort of a warm and caring environment. We take time and thoughtful consideration in determining the best approach to your individual situation. Medical Director Steven Mamus, M.D. has been treating cancer patients for more than 20 years. Both Dr. Mamus and his partner, David A. Nyberg, M.D., are board certified in Medical Oncology and Hematology. For exceptional care from a team of dedicated professionals, please call 941-923-1872.
► PHARMACY/Compounding Specialist
Family Pharmacy
3644 Webber St. • Sarasota • 921-6645
We offer customized natural hormone replacement therapy. Our knowledgeable staff is available to answer questions about vitamins, herbs and homeopathics. We also offer screenings for hormones, cholesterol, cardiovision, glucose, osteo check, zinc deficiency, hair analysis, blood pressure, blood type and candida. We are the “Problem Solvers”. Our pharmacists provide individual consultations on bio- identical (natural) hormone replacement therapy. We can answer your questions concerning options in HRT, differences between natural and synthetic hormones, saliva testing and peri-menopause or menopausal symptoms. Call for appointment/information 921-6645.
► Sarasota Specialty Pharmacy & Wellness Center
“Your customized medication and Wellness Center”
2075 Siesta Drive • Sarasota • 366-0880
Our professionally trained and certified staff can answer your questions on natural hormone replacement therapy, nutritional products, and vitamins. Our testing services include saliva and blood spot testing for hormonal imbalances, zinc deficiency, hair analysis, food intolerance, adrenal & stress hormones, and other metabolic disorders. We can explain the differences between natural and synthetic hormones, different types of saliva tests and nutritional assessments tests available. Call for information or appointment 366-0880.
► FAMILY CARE and URGENT CARE
Gulf Coast Medical Group
3884 Central Sarasota parkway
Oaks Plaza, Sarasota
941-244-9430
Gulf Coast Medical Group offers complete care for the young and the young at heart. We offer family care with Alec Rubin, MD and Rose Baez, MD. They are accepting new patients of all ages — from pediatrics through geriatrics. We offer onsite X-Ray and lab services.
We also offer urgent care. In January, 2008 Gulf Coast Medical Group opened its state-of-the-art Urgent Care Facility that is staffed by board certified emergency and family medicine physicians. If you’re experiencing symptoms from the common cold, sprains, fractures, allergic reactions or lacerations, you can be treated. The wait time and cost are significantly lower than that of an ER. No appointment necessary. Open Monday-Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Sundays and holidays: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Most insurance plans accepted.
► FAMILY MEDICINE
Intercoastal Medical Group
Beneva Family Practice
921 S. Beneva Rd.
Sarasota
365-7390 www.intercoastalmedicalgrp.com
Beneva Family Practice is pleased to welcome Mabel Gonzalez Novo, M.D. Dr. Gonzalez Novo is Board Certified in Family Practice and is accepting new patients. Intercoastal Medical Group’s physicians place emphasis on preventative medicine and comprehensive care for each family member. Providers for Medicare and most major health insurance plans.
► WELLNESS
The Freedom Wellness Center
Coaching & Alternatives for Weight Loss, Health, Food Addictions, Eating Disorders
Dr. Christina A. Winsey, D.C., Board Eligible Diplomate, American College of Addictionology & Compulsive Disorders, uses a comprehensive, mind-body, non-drug treatment program - includes Auriculotherapy,Nutraceuticals & more- creating body & brain balance. Call: 941-914-2433
Jill A. Greber, Certified Health, Family & Performance Coach, uses a Safe & medically proven, affordable program used at Johns Hopkins), includes free coaching. Lose 2-5 pounds weekly - no hunger, no cravings, no pills, no meetings – No Kidding! Call 941-302-3613
At The Lotus Garden, 1910 Robinhood St., Sarasota
Experience freedom from food, weight and body image challenges.
► FITNESS / PILATES
Shannon Willits, Stott Pilates, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Counselor
Pilates Sarasota Pilates Sarasota is now located at Dance Fusion, 5725 Lawton Dr. in Sarasota off of Clark Road.
941-924-5356 www.pilatessarasota.com
Shannon Willits and her staff of six instructors are certified in the Stott Pilates method of post-rehabilitative exercise and teach private, semi-private and group Pilates using the latest techniques for getting fit. Pilates Sarasota is a fully-equipped Stott Pilates studio with all of the equipment and a full class schedule.
► PLASTIC SURGERY
Andre Renard, M.D.
2401 University Parkway, Suite 204 • Sarasota
351-6131 • www.ParkwayPlasticSurgeons.com
When you look for a plastic surgeon you want to find an artist. Andre Renard, M.D., specializes in facial improvement, breast reconstruction and enhancement as well as body contouring and liposuction. We also offer laser facial resurfacing. Dr. Renard is a member of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, Inc.
► Sovereign Plastic Surgery
Alissa M. Shulman, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Suite 810, Waldemere Medical Plaza, Sarasota
941-366-5476 www.sovereignps.com
Specializing in body contouring, liposuction, post-weight loss surgery and breast surgery (reconstruction, reduction, mastoplexy and augmentation). We take most insurances for covered procedures.
► PSYCHOTHERAPY
Dr. Karel Cooperman, LMHC
1808 Orchid St. • Sarasota • 951-0548
Dealing with issues involving women in transition. Offering family counseling as well. Join a Women’s Support Group that meets Friday, 10:30-12:30. ADD/ADHD adult group meets Thursdays, 7:00-8:30 pm.
► Judy Martin, LCSW (lic #4020)
Psychotherapy & Stress Management
330 S. Pineapple Avenue, Suite 110 • Sarasota
866-3992 • www.mindbodyLCSW.com
Mind/Body Psychotherapy offers skills for self healing to help you deal with the stress of life including illness, chronic pain, grief, anxiety, divorce, depression, anger, fear and resentment. Learn to let go of stress reactions and toxic emotions and develop a Clear Mind, Healthy Body and Free Spirit. A Medicare and Insurance Provider.
► SKIN CARE
Reflections Medspa
Monica K. Bedi, M.D., Medical Director
Kathleen Feeney, A.R.N.P.
Kimberly Coblentz, Aesthetician
3830 Bee Ridge Rd., Ste 300 • Sarasota 941-924-4914 www.sarasotamedspa.com
At Reflections Medspa, we believe that youthful, beautiful skin can be achieved through proper analysis of your needs combined with safe, proven treatments and in-home maintenance programs. We offer IPL Photorejuvenation, laser hair removal, vein treatment, Botox and dermal fillers, Aluma non-invasive skin tightening, microdermabrasion, peels and custom facials, as well as prescription cosmeceuticals. Trust the professionals at Reflections to help you “Reflect the Real You” — keeping your skin happy, healthy and beautiful for a lifetime! 941-924-4914.
► UROLOGY
Florida Urology Specialists
1 South School Avenue, Suite 400 • Sarasota
941-309-7000 • www.4urologycare.com
Urologic problems affect people of all ages, everywhere. Florida Urology Specialists (FUS) was established to provide solutions to those problems. Our comprehensive care facilities provide a full spectrum of services to patients with state-of-the-art, cutting edge quality care and ancillary support services.
FUS focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of medical and surgical conditions related to the urinary system in men, women and children, as well as the male reproductive system. FUS provides routine urologic examinations and specializes in a variety of disciplines, procedures and treatment options.
Our physicians are Board Certified Urologists with privileges at area hospital and surgery centers including Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Coastal Medical Center, Cape Surgery Center, Doctors Hospital of Sarasota, Bay Area Renal Stone Center in St. Petersburg, and Lakewood Ranch Hospital.
Our office staff is a dedicated group of experienced and compassionate health professionals in the insurance, front office and nursing areas helping to make the patient experience pleasant, efficient, and convenient.
Our Medical Practice, along with our state-of-the-art Surgical, Pathology, Radiation and Research Centers, enables us to provide comprehensive medical care, prevention services, early diagnosis of urological disease and cancer with technologically advanced treatment options, all of which help improve the quality of life and sense of well-being in our patients.
► WEIGHT LOSS
Weight Loss Solutions at Blake Medical Center
Bradenton • 941-798-6561
Take the first step to becoming your best you. Seminars are held at Doctor's Hospital, 5731 Bee Ridge Rd., Sarasota and at Blake Medical Center, 2020 59th Street West in Bradenton. To find out more, call 798-6561 or visit weightloss.blakemedicalcenter.com.
► Fit & Light Weight Loss Solutions Corp.
2940 Beneva Rd. • Sarasota • 941-914-4752
This revolutionary weight loss program is based on the sculpting of the body using non-invasive techniques recognized worldwide as: vacuum therapy, thermotherapy, fat dissolving ultrasound, cryotherapy, stretch mark collagen treatments, electro muscle stimulation—to tone your body and recreate your shape, and for other positive results.
Our complete program will allow you to lose weight and sculpt your body at the same time; get rid of cellulite and flaccidness.
Call for your free consultation now and take advantage of all the great benefits that we offer. Ivana Hyde 941-914-4752.
► The Renewal Point
4905 Clark Rd., Sarasota
Dan Watts, MD. 926-4905
Have you hit the wall? The Renewal Point can help you break through your weight loss plateau. We have “broken the code” and can identify the specific obstacles that prevent you from reaching your weight loss goals. Call now to join our Metabolic Weight Loss Program or to find out about our upcoming seminars “Why you can't lose weight…the answer.” Bring a friend! You can email us at: seminars@TheRenewalPount.com or find more info and register at www.TheRenewalPoint.com. Dr. Watts is one of only 1500 Board Certified Ant-Aging Physicians and has practiced medicine for over 30 years.
► WOMEN’S CARE/WOMEN’S HEALTH/FAMILY PLANNING
Planned Parenthood of Southwest Florida
1958 Prospect Street • Sarasota • 953-4060
Planned Parenthood offers a full range of reproductive health care services at affordable prices. Our services include pregnancy testing, comprehensive GYN exams, birth control, STD testing for men and women, HIV counseling for men and women and vasectomies for men.
► MAMMOGRAPHY
Aurora Breast MRI of Sarasota
2415 University Parkway
Bldg., 3, Suite 219
Sarasota
757-1044 www.auroramri.com
Aurora Breast MRI is now available in Sarasota. The Aurora 1.5T Dedicated Breast MRI System is the only FDA-approved truly dedicated and truly integrated MRI system specifically designed for 3D bilateral breast imaging. Aurora Breast MRI of Sarasota is affiliated with SMH Radiology Associates, P.A., and Prestige Imaging. The center is led by Medical Director Dr. Nancy Wilson. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 757-1044.
► THYROID
Thyroid & Endocrine Center of Florida
Mark Lupo, M.D., FACE
5741 Bee Ridge Road, Suite #500
Sarasota, Florida 34233
Telephone (941) 342-9750
www.thyroidflorida.com
The Thyroid & Endocrine Center of Florida is the only thyroid-dedicated endocrinology specialty center in the state of Florida. We are uniquely qualified to evaluate and treat a broad range of thyroid conditions including thyroid nodules, thyroid cysts, goiters, thyroid cancer, pregnancy-related thyroid concerns, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and autoimmune thyroid conditions such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis (Hashimoto's disease) and Graves' disease. We also evaluate patients for hyperparathyroidism and help determine if surgery is necessary.
Board certified in Endocrinology, Dr. Mark Lupo and his staff offer extensive thyroid medical services including thyroid evaluation, thyroid ultrasound, ultrasound-guided biopsies of thyroid nodules, and on-site radioactive iodine treatment.
If you think you are one of the estimated 200 million people worldwide who suffer from a thyroid condition such as hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, our new service ThyroidCheck can help. ThyroidCheck offers convenient, reliable, and medically-accepted thyroid function testing in our CLIA-certified thyroid testing lab.
