Meet Doctor Anthony Griffin, Beverly Hills plastic surgeon to the stars,
medical mission worker, and cast member of ABC TV’s
Extreme Makeover.
As one of the plastic surgeons featured on Extreme
Makeover, Griffin is seen each week by 6 million people
and recognized by fans as far removed as Brazil and
Eastern Europe. Total strangers in foreign countries see
Griffin on the street and wave as if they were greeting a
trusted friend.
No Billing? No Paperwork? No Waiting?
Concierge Medicine and the Return of the
Old School Doctor
Brentwood's Doctor Raphael Darvish and Concierge Medicine/LA are taking medical care forward into the past. BeverlyHillsPeople interviews Dr. Darvish about his boutique medical practice and how doctors like himself are revolutionizing practical health care by taking the insurance companies out of
the routine doctor-patient relationship. Read the Story
No Smoking in Beverly Hills
It was a unanimous decision Tuesday night following a late night session by the Beverly Hills City Council to approve an ordinance banning smoking in all outdoor city dining areas including hotels. The decision earned the Council cheers and a standing ovation.
The ban has gone into effect on October 1 with evaluation continuing through December.
The ban contains three provisions. . .
1.
Hotels with pool areas where food and or beverages are served must assign up to 25% of contiguous deck area for smoking.
2.
Smoking is prohibited within five feet of open air dining areas except when passing by en route to another destination.
3.
Exempt are private smokers' lounges including the Grand Havana Club on Canon Drive.
What You Need to Know About Arthritis
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Maybach Family Foundation
Ulrich Schmid Maybach great grandson of
Wilhelm Maybach
The Maybach Family Foundation celebrates the opening of the Los Angeles office. In October 2006, the Maybach Family Foundation announced its initiative to launch a new global mentoring program that would enable gifted young people to benefit from one-on-one access to some of the most prominent leaders in their field. READ FULL STORY
Recent Health Breakthroughs That
Just Might Change
Your Life
New Hope for Diabetics
Introduction of New Drugs and Vaccines
Fighting Breast Cancer
Understanding Fat and Nutrition
Treating Heart Disease
Staying Fit: A Checklist
Learn your family health history
Make fitness fun
Get at least 30-minutes of exercise daily
Drink water
Be a role model for children
Take the stairs
Be consistent
Do the math
Eat a healthy breakfast
Involve the whole family
A Birth Control Pill Designed to Eliminate the Monthly Period
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What Your Child's Doctor Wishes
You Knew
By William Sears, M.D./Parenting.com Have you noticed how some doctors appointments go far better than others? Some parents get all their concerns addressed and that's good for the kids while others leave with more questions than they had coming in. Dr. William Sears has some valuable suggestions that could make your trips to
the doctor more productive. HEALTH TIPS
Do you often wonder what your trainer eats and how he or she stays looking so fit? Well I can’t speak for all of them and how they stay fit but I can share with you the day in the life of Monique. READ ARTICLE
L. A.'s fitness trainer Monique Chambers helps you keep your motivation way up toward reaching your fitness goals.
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Silicon Breast Implants: The Latest Info
City of Beverly Hills Faces Off
with Beverly Hills Surgeons
Over Higher Taxes
After decades of collecting lower taxes from doctors than from other businesses,
Beverly Hills wants a bigger cut of the revenue generated from so-called surgery centers, many of which specialize in cosmetic surgery. The city contends the centers become a drain on resources relative to the taxes they pay.
Read the full story.
University Foot and Ankle Institute
BeverlyHillsPeople.com has learned that the University Foot and Ankle Institute is internationally-recognized and a leading organization for the treatment of foot and ankle problems.
Their team of foot and ankle specialists comprehensively treats all foot and ankle problems from simple tendonitis conditions, bunions, heel pain, ankle sprains and fractures to the most complex reconstructive surgery and limb salvage of the foot and ankle.
Their doctors are internationally- recognized for their outstanding leadership and expertise in foot and ankle surgery. We pride ourselves on cutting-edge technology and surgical experience provided in a friendly environment.
University Foot and Ankle Institute is proud to be an affiliate of UCLA Medical Group and an integral part of the UCLA foot and ankle Service.
"So Many Diets. . . So Little Time" or
Finding a Diet
that Works for You
With new diets appearing all the time, it is difficult to know which one will take off the pounds without leaving you starving. Well... Health.com has done the detective work for you by analyzing the basics of 41 diet programs, a checklist to evaluate the details and expert advice on how to safely take the weight off and KEEP it off. FIND YOUR DIET.
Kevin Spacey, Al Pacino, Roseanne Barr, Matt Damon, and Kim Cattrall follow the advice of fitness expert Mike Torchia. You should too if you're over 40 and planning on getting in shape. Mike tells you what to watch out for. Mike Torchia
BEVERLY HILLS PLASTIC SURGERY NEWSLINE
Non-Surgical Facelift. . . Yes, Its for Real
Are you ready for the latest thing in plastic surgery? If your answer is "yes", I'd like to introduce you to the non-surgical Alma Skin Tightening Treatment.
Enter Dr. Kevin Brenner, Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon. Patients flock to his office in Beverly Hills to receive the latest skin tightening treatment in anti-aging.
It uses the heat from a near-infrared light to eliminate wrinkles, lines and crow's feet. By heating up the collagen particles, you can realign and reassemble them to create a "new you".
Dr. Hillel Laks Earns Highest Honor From University of California
Dr. Hillel Laks (Beverly Hills , CA), professor of cardiothoracic surgery at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, was awarded a distinguished UCLA Chancellor’s Professorship on April 30 at a reception in his honor at the Regency Club in Westwood, CA
“Hillel is internationally recognized for his creative and pioneering surgical approaches to complex heart disease and his willingness to undertake the most challenging adult and pediatric cases,” said UCLA Acting Chancellor Norman Abrams. “I am pleased to honor him for his numerous and significant contributions, which have advanced the field of cardiothoracic surgery.” Read the FULL ARTICLE.
Health Warning on Lipstick/Makeup
Past Their Sell Date
According to researchers, women may be at risk to their health by using old/vintage makeup. They are susceptible to infections from old lipstick, mascara and moisturizer.
Studies show women in their late thirties or forties use some makeup that is over five years old. Beauty experts slap health warning on lipsticks past their sell-by date.
Makeup should come with expiration dates. Mascara has a shelf life of about six months. Foundation and lipstick are also easily absorbed into the skin and should be discarded every three to six months. READ MORE
Plastic Surgery Newsline
Kid Friendly: Neil Halfon
Neal Halfon, director of the UCLA Center for Healthier Children, Families & Communities, is internationally recognized for his expertise in child health and human development. Halfon is a professor of pediatrics in the School of Medicine, in the Department of Health Services in the School of Public Health, and in the Department of Public Policy in the School of Public Affairs. But this good doctor is not only a champion of healthy kids. He also produced the hit 1994 documentary Crumb, about the legendary counterculture cartoonist.
Physicians are excited about a new brain imaging method that detects Alzheimer's long before its onset. Radioactive dye is injected into the bloodstream and into the brain where it attaches to plaque deposits of amyloid, a protein believed to cause Alzheimer's. The protein is yellow when observed in a Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan.
Fine hair coloring and extensions have moved in on L. A.'s hipster heartland. A new salon by hair maven Vered Valensi is open for business. Story
Possible Autism Fighting Enzyme
Researchers at MIT claim to have reversed the symptoms of mental retardation and autism in mice. They accomplish this by inhibiting an enzyme that affects the connections between brain cells.
They claim they can undo brain damage in a condition called Fragile X syndrome by inhibiting the PAK, a chemical in the brain.
This could open up a whole new range of treatments.
Autopsies show restored electrical communication between neurons in the brains of mice receiving PAK.
In the United States one woman will be diagnosed with a gynecological cancer every seven minutes- yet a recent poll found that 47% of women can't name any symptoms of gynecologic cancer.
Who is Dr. Jay Gordon?
BeverlyHillsPeople Thinks
You
Should Know
Dr. Jay Gordon covers every subject of children's medicine from allergies to viruses on his "All Topics" page.
Jay Gordon, MD, FAAP, IBCLC - In the middle of his residency training, pediatrician Jay Gordon took an unusual step. Deciding that he needed greater knowledge about nutrition, vitamins, and alternative medicine in order to practice medicine the way he wanted to, Dr. Gordon took a Senior Fellowship in Pediatric Nutrition at Sloan-Kettering Institute in New York City. After his residency at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles, Dr. Gordon joined the teaching attending faculty at UCLA Medical Center and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
He has served on the Professional Advisory Board of La Leche League for twenty years. Dr. Gordon treats patients at Santa Monica, California. In addition, he finds time to participate in the training of medical students and residents, lecture all over the world, write books, and contribute to AOL with the Ask The Pediatrician weekly chat. He writes a monthly column for "Fit Pregnancy" magazine and has recently contributed to "New York Parent," "Parenting" magazine and has been quoted in the L.A. Times, New York Times, London Times . . . and many other times. View his website.
Nordic Walking originated in Finland in 1997 and quickly has become a popular sport around the world. It is an easy way for almost anyone to get year-round exercise.
Nordic Walking uses specially designed poles to engage the upper body. Excel, a sports equipment manufacturer worked with sports medicine researchers to design the carbon composite poles and training techniques and exercise. PLAY VIDEO
Cosmetic Surgery: Are You Ready?
Everyone has thought about a cosmetic procedure or two they would like.
I know I have and if you don't think this is true, look at the "Top 10" results of the most searched cosmetic surgery procedures on AOL Search.
Are You Ready for the "Rodeo Drive
Mommy Makeover"?
What is the latest trend in plastic surgery you ask? You say you're out of shape because you have had three children. You say you want to shift your breasts and stomach back to pre pregnancy days.
Enter Dr. Krieger of the Rodeo Drive Plastic Surgery Group. The good doctor has the only plastic surgery office on Rodeo Drive, a stones throw from Chanel, Dior and Tiffany & Co.You may have seen him featured in Fortune, The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Univision, Access Hollywood and other media. He specializes in women who have lost their shape due to pregnancy.
All surgery is performed in his AAAHC and Medicare accredited operating rooms with fully staffed recovery suites offering the best care available though it looks more like a boutique than a doctor's office. He maintains operating privileges at both U.C.L.A. and Cedars-Sinai medical center. Quotes Dr Krieger, "We designed our center to combine the convenience of storefront shopping with what I call the Four Seasons treatment. "Because cosmetic surgery is elective, people are looking for a first-class experience, and that's what we offer at our center." He includes his popular Rodeo Drive Belly Button procedure with every tummy tuck helping to create an attractive stomach.
Many of his patients are from out of town and want to combine the surgery with a shopping vacation, spa treatments or hairstyle and Dr. Krieger's staff can help make these arrangements.
In an article on lime.com, a Mediterranean diet which includes nut, whole grains, fruit and vegetables may relieve allergy and asthma symptoms.
In a survey of 700 children on the Greek island of Crete, children who followed this diet showed little respiratory problems.
The Mediterranean diet is very high in antioxidants which clean up free radicals and are powerful disease fighters. They are also good for heart disease cancer and asthma.
Customized combinations of alternative therapies including Reiki, Reflexology, Hypnosis, Polarity Therapy, Guided Imagery, and Past Life Regression.
Whether it's chronic pain, stress, anxiety, weight loss, smoking, or phobias, our
unique treatments address health on all levels, thus bringing about deep and long-lasting change. Full Story
Abanara is an absolute treasure located in a quiet little courtyard off Canon Drive where I received one of the most relaxing and enjoyable facial and massage treatments. Read the full story.
