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Seriously, there is one fantastic quote here from Steve Jobs that he replied to someone who *dared* to criticize him:
what have you done that's so great? Do you create anything, or just criticize others work and belittle their motivations?
What a complete asshole who thinks he's so much better than everyone else.
So do you create anything either? Sounds like it just stung because most people don't.
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And you thought loud cell-phone conversations were annoying.
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It'd be like an episode of the 300 Stooges. Can't wait.
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Looks exactly like the phone Gizmodo got their hands on, except this one has a SIM slot on the right. I tend to believe these are the real deal.
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I had a beneli lift done with Dr. Lane Smith and he cut too much skin off my right breast which caused my nipple to loose circulation. After surgery my nipple was purple and wouldn't return to it's natural color so he had to cut the incisions back open and leave my nipple hanging with my flesh exposed for a month. Within that month I had 3 infections and when he did stitch me back up but the infection was so bad my incision ripped open twice! I was a very understanding patient and followed all of his instuctions. He had to send me for hyperbaric treatment which is for intense healing. It did help but because of his mistake I now have to indure painful scar tissue that makes my right breast hard, my nipples don't react to cold at the same time and I will not be able to breast feed out of my right breast. He also does not keep his word. He told me I could come back in a year after I've healed and he would redo my breasts for free. When I went back I was charged a $100 consultation fee and they wanted to charge me full price again after everything I endured. So if you are considering him for a breast augmentation or reconstruction I would keep looking for another doctor that actual keeps his word and is more perfected in his craft.
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The staff in Dr. Smith's office is very rude to his patience. I'm sorry that I recommended this office. Once they take your money, they treated you like you are a welfare care. They don't realize that we are their bread and butter. Wonder if Dr. Smith knows how his staff treats his patience. would never recommend his office again.
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I saw several doctors in Las Vegas and even started considering California before seeing Dr. Smith. I was blown away with Dr. Smith's concepts and understanding in comparison with other doctors. Other doctors in the area were more about getting you in and out. A lot also tried to force their own ideas of how big is better and made you question your own thoughts. Dr. Smith provided support and knows that plastic surgery is not only a science but an art form. His experience helps in determining what kind of implant and what kind of placement is right for the patient. Not only is his compassion, experience, and vision what makes him stand out from the rest but his on-site surgical center is a huge bonus. Not only does this feature eliminate operating room costs that most surgeons in the area are charging 1500-2000 for on top of the surgery but this is a huge relief when it comes to those day-of-surgery-nerves. His staff is outstanding as well. Each visit they have provided me with not only their knowledge from experience but genuine compassion. They understand that surgery is a big decision and do the best they can to make you feel comfortable through a sincere relationship with the patient. Not only was my experience great and a relief as to what I hear about other surgeons, but my results have exceeded expectations. The entire process was more than I could have expected and I can't wait to bring in my friends whom have been on the fence about pulling that plastic surgery trigger just as I was!! I love love love everything Dr. Smith and his staff has done for me and it could not have been better money spent!!
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My wife and I came in from Vancouver, Canada for a consultation.....she for her first breast augmentation and myself for the new less evasive hair restoration called NEOGRAFT. As a optimal aging doctor myself, I knew the value of doing proper research, so before we decided for my wife, we did a lot of scrapping, battling, negotiating about size, type, doctor for several months. We first looked at the expertise of numerous local cosmetic surgeons, interviewed any friends we had with augmentation work, then did countless hours of internet searches and with Dr. Smith qualifications, his beautiful "before and afters" we decided to venture out of Canada and book a consultation.
Experiencing first hand Dr. Smith's warmth, confidence, desire to help and genuine honest enthusiasm, along with his amazing and helpful staff, such as Jessica, Rose (aka Constance the hugger), Shannon and Desiree, all had such positive, friendly energy that gave that extra "piece of peace"', this along with the fact that several times during our Las Vegas stay we did even more research and asked entertainment staff, servers, hotel employees that appeared to have great augmentation work, we soon realized how many highly recommended Dr. Lane Smith or knew a friend that had work done by Dr. Smith, all had nothing but good things to say. With this we felt very confident and booked to come back two weeks later of December 4th, to start the procedures. (A little tip - stay over the weekend, find a hotel close or one with a kitchenette for ice (bring ice pack), prearrange your rides and expect some solid recouping time.)
When we got home, the research did not stop we read additional reviews for various doctors, compared more "before and afters" and gained even more self assurance of our Dr. Smith decision. On this rating site, we did notice some rare comments around "waiting", which we feel compelled to address, especially after meeting Dr. Lane and his staff. In all our appointments (four in total) we did not notice or observe any excessive wait time and any time we did have was made easier by just bringing a IPAD. The simple fact is, Dr. Smith is very much in demand because he is extremely good at what he does, when needed (or in our case when we had so many questions) he takes the extra time for his patients, and seeing comments like this actually made our choice even clearer.....if there is a wait, it does not mean anything more than he is compassionate and cares "big time" and takes the time to do the best work possible, especially on the surgery day!
On the actual surgery day (December 4th) we both had a new type of nervousness, (especially since it was my wife's first experience with any type of surgery or being "put under"), it's was again very helpful to have a third party to help ease any fears, no matter how close you are to your spouse, it's always nice to have outside confident, warm and experienced reassurance. This type of cosmetic "stage fright" was calmed with the help of of Dr. Smith and his amazing staff, also having a call from the anesthesiologist Dr. Crowley (aka Dr. Feel Good) the night before, and a "positive pep talk", just before surgery, and another phone call the night after the surgery as well as again three days after, all to check-in and ensure no complications, was extremely helpful, a special thanks also goes to Dr. Crowley.
At four days post surgery we went back for another checkin and were personally given specific instructions for our case, a week later now back home all is going well, things are a little tender as to be expected, but getting better every day. We have just sent in our "1 week after" pictures and have received a quick response giving us personalized instructions.
All in all the final view is "they care", and they are "great at what they do". Dr. Smith with his team are artists and the results so far have been AMAZING. This was a very positive, comfortable and satisfying experience that even made us closer as a couple. Thanks to everyone for all you do, you are a truly amazing team and we are forever grateful. Sincerely Dr. Martin & Priti , Canada
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The first appointment I made with Dr. Smith I waited in the waiting room just to be seen for over two hours, I had other appointments that day that I had to push back because I was so late and I was just about to leave when they finally called me back. I was very agitated that they were so inconsiderate of my time so I didn't have the most positive experience. I finally decided that Dr. Lane Smith was my guy only because of his extensive experience and qualifications. The day of surgery Dr. Smith's staff advised me to be in the office at 11am, the anesthesiologist wanted me to arrive at 10am, again I waited for an hour to be taken back which was very nerve-racking as it was hours before I was to go into surgery. Everyone made me feel safe and comfortable and the surgery went well. My main complaint though is my aftercare. I was literally shoved into a wheelchair and forcefully wheeled out of the office wondering what the heck was going on. I was pissed that I was just woken up and pretty much forced to leave without so much as anyone asking if I felt I was okay to go, my jaw was chattering from coming off the drugs and I cried and screamed the whole way home because I was so angry. I thought that maybe the reason I thought this was because I was still coming off the drugs and I wasn't totally coherent and aware of how long I was awake for but no, my boyfriend told me the nurses called him right after I came out of surgery to say everything went successfully and I needed to rest before I was able to leave---15 minutes later the after care nurse called him and told him I was ready to go.
I have had surgery before and never felt such lack of care from the surgeon or nurses.
I am only 20 days post op and love my results so far so hopefully everything heals and turns out exactly as expected. Despite my aftercare, I would consider Dr. Smith again.
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Dr. Smith and his team are amazing! I flew in from Canada to have a breast augmentation procedure and everything from my first email until now (I'm only 5 days post op) has been exactly what I needed. Before arriving the patient coordinators Eden and Jessica answered every question I had and made getting all my paperwork and payments beyond easy. I had my consultation the day before my surgery and have never felt more comfortable and accommodated by both Dr. Smith and the staff. He understood exactly the look I wanted to achieve and let me pick not only the incision I wanted but the size of implant as well. His explanations of how the implants are placed helped so much with making my decisions and the process so much easier. The day of surgery the anaesthesiologist Dr. Crowley, who had also called before my trip to reassure me about everything and has called after to check in to make sure I'm doing ok, was comforting and helped keep me relaxed and kept my mind off the surgery before going to sleep. Between both Dr. Smith's amazing work, Dr. Crowley for being so attentive to my needs and both Shannon and Desiree in the office, I don't know if I would ever want to go to anywhere else. Everyone from the entire team treated both myself and my boyfriend with the utmost care and were beyond friendly and helpful throughout my whole process, we're both beyond impressed.
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I had breast augmentation with Dr. Lane Smith and I couldn't be happier!
I was and am 100% confident in Dr. Smith. He is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and patient. He takes pride in his work and is a perfectionist. It has only been a couple weeks since my surgery but I am extremely happy with the results and love going to my appointments. Dr. Smith is the best cosmetic surgeon and his staff is so friendly and helpful! I wouldn't go anywhere else!
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Bad aftercare and horrendous attitude! I paid $9500 and simply asked about fixing some bumps on my lip that were causing me to have a slight lisp during my stage act. Instead of having me make a new appointment to come take care of it sooner than my existing one, he said to me, "I love how you focus only on the minor negative aspects of your surgery rather than the overall result." Well, if I created music tracks for a film and the producer loved it except for one bad chord, I'd just fix the bad chord! I wouldn't tell him that he's focusing just on the one bad chord instead of looking at the overall piece of music!
My face, speech and singing are part of my work! If I were only focusing on the negative, I would have complained about the hematoma he didn't treat for a week because his staff didn't tell him, my two earlobes that are different shapes, and the fact that my neck is messed up from that hematoma. I just asked about helping me to better do my job.
I am now going to find another Dr, to help me since Dr. Lane obviously has some ill-placed anger issues. He even blocked me from Facebook like I'm a stalker or over-the-top complainer! Very strange behavior for a professional who is supposed to be servicing a patient.
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You have 4 follow up appointments that he has you do. He is very entailed and a perfectionist about his work. His facility is gorgeous clean with all procedures done on site. You have to be realistic when you chose to have some personals enhancements done in other words, myself being a male, I had things I wanted done but realized I wasn't expecting to become the next Bradley Cooper or Americas Next Top Model.....but the results I have gotten have been wonderful, what I imagined and Dr. Smith is to thank for that!!! WL
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DR. Lane SMITH is a RUDE surgeon. I had some concerns about my breast augmentation results with him and he denied my concerns and feelings.. He acted childish concerning my scars, he never told me to massage them in order to thin them out and on my last post op appointment with him, he blamed me by yelling at me saying I'm not doing any good about that.. It came from nowhere! I was telling him how my left breast feels hard and uncomfortable when the right breast feels soft and like my own. I told him also that the two breasts have noticeable different shapes and sizes and he kept denying it.. At the end of the consult he was impatient with me and said you should go bigger on the right one (when I told him the right one wasn't the issue) and he left the room unexpectedly and left me there half naked wondering if it was time for me to get the f*** out! Never saw him again never will never would recommend him!
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The Aam Aadmi Party has begun the process of selecting candidates from Uttar Pradesh for the Lok Sabha elections and staged interviews of applicants on Friday. The party, which will contest all 80 seats in the State, is expected to release the first list of candidates next week after February 15.
More than 800 applicants are in the race for AAP ticket in UP. The applicants include retired bureaucrats, former judges, social workers, retired army personnel, defectors from other parties and professionals.
The AAP, which is gunning for seats held by political bigwigs, has already made it clear that poet-turned-politician Kumar Vishwas would fight from Amethi, Congress vice-president Rahul Gandhi's seat. AAP national executive member Prem Singh Pahadi is likely to contest from the Phulpur seat in Allahabad. Two-time MP from UP Ilyas Azmi is also likely to run from a seat in the State. Additional District and Sessions from Judge Arun Kumar Tripathi, who took voluntary retirement and joined the AAP, expects to contest from Deoria in eastern UP.
Other possible candidates include retired medical practitioner A.K. Srivastava and railway union leader Shiv Gopal Mishra.
The party is likely to field prominent candidates against Congress president Sonia Gandhi (Rae Bareli), BJP president Rajnath Singh (Ghaziabad) and Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh (Mainpuri) and Bahujan Samaj Party supremo Mayawati.
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Coal Minister Sri Prakash Jaiswal (Kanpur), External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid (Farukkhabad) and Unnao MP Anu Tandon figure in Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's most corrupt list.
Incidentally, the maximum applications received by the AAP are for the Lucknow, Rae Bareli, Mainpuri, Shravasti, Kanpur, Qaiserganj, Jaunpur and Kannauj seats. Kannuaj is held by UP CM AKhilesh Yadav's wife Dimple Yadav. Alleged mafia don-turned-politician and former Phulpur MP Atiq Ahmed has got the SP ticket from Shravasti, while Azamgarh is held by BJP leader Ramakant Yadav, also a don-turned politician.
The party could also field a prominent candidate from Sultanpur, from where Varun Gandhi is likely to contest. AAP national spokesperson Sanjay Singh hails from Sultanpur.
The second bunch of candidates will be interviewed starting Sunday, said Aruna Singh, AAP Awadh coordinator. The selection list will be submitted to the district working committee, which will then transfer it to the zonal screening committee. The report will be submitted to the party's Political Affairs Committee (PAC) which will take the final call on the candidates. The short listing will be done on the parameters set by the party leadership, Ms. Singh said.
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Hopefully spring is just around the corner, and with that the start of a new season of running, training, and racing! If you are still dealing with an injury from last fall, developing a new ache or pain, or just want to refine your running form, now is the time to address it and start this season off right.
Sign up today for an appointment at the Meriter–UnityPoint Health Sports Medicine Running clinic. You will meet one on one with one of our sports medicine therapists who will screen your flexibility, strength and running mechanics and help you with some tips on how to improve any limitations. We will have access to our video analysis system to help identify problem areas within your running mechanics.
Date and Time: March 5, 2015 from 6:00, 6:30 or 7:00 PM
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Cost: $35
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Additional running clinics are tentatively scheduled for May 7, July 9, and September 10.
Healthy Habits for the New Year
By: Dr. Luke Fortney, Family Medicine at Meriter McKee
The Holy Grail of medicine has been and continues to be healthy lifestyle change. Basically this means 1) identifying something in our daily routine that adds significant risk to our ability to live a long and happy life (e.g. smoking, eating too much of the wrong kinds of foods, not getting enough exercise, too much stress, etc.); 2) weighing the pros and cons associated with doing x, y, or z on a regular basis, and; 3) committing to the idea that it is possible to be well and feel good. Just by entertaining the possibility that something different is possible, we open ourselves to more opportunities and likelihood for success.
There are 3 main pillars to health: 1) how we move—or don't move—the body, 2) what we put into the body, and 3) how we address stress and the mind-body connection. What each of us does specifically in each of these three main areas may be different from one person to the next.
No matter the person, every human being is dealing with, working through, and experiencing some kind of health issue. For example, even seemingly perfect healthy people will catch a cold from time to time or occasionally experience some kind of ache or pain. What's more, no matter our background or station in life, everybody knows what it is like to have a restless night of sleep due to stress or feel fatigued from being pulled in a million different directions.
The point is we're all working on some aspect of our health, ultimately toward the same general goal: I want to live more fully and feel well over a long lifespan. Nonetheless, the basic blueprint will always be the same: move more, eat better, stress less.
Two Basic Aspects to Lifestyle Changes
The first step toward healthy happy living is easier than we think, and should give us encouragement: pick something—anything—that we know with certainty poses a health risk. Gandhi once said that, "it doesn't matter where you start, because all steps toward self-improvement lead to the same place." These proverbial "first steps" are crucial toward making positive change because they set the stage and become the focus for the next crucial stage of behavior change: to keep going!
No matter where we start, or what our goal is, it is important to remain patient and persistent in our daily efforts. For example, it might be something simple like, drinking a full glass of water before each meal, or committing to eating at least one healthy meal a day. Other simple ideas might be doing some kind of physical activity over lunch breaks when possible, or beginning to think about quitting smoking everyday. It might even mean getting out of a stressful or bad situation. There are literally millions of options that can be available to us if we step back and consider our lives from the perspective of long-standing wellbeing.
Be Inquisitive and Have an Open Mind
Try new kinds of physical activity or recipes. Just like investments and the stock market, think long term. Be resilient and flexible when challenges present. And if there is any secret to healthy living, it's simply this: it actually feels really good to be healthy and can help avoid future disasters. There are a lot of beautiful places to go, people to meet, experiences to have with a body and mind that allow these opportunities to actually happen. Just ask a patient who, after a knee replacement, lost weight, became stronger and more agile, and got to experience the awe and wonderment of a sunrise on a hiking trip through Yellowstone National Park. Or another who—plagued by acid reflux, sleep apnea, and daily fatigue started to feel more energetic and alert after cutting out soda from his diet. Another found a way to minimize her Seasonal Affective Disorder and depression by getting outdoors in show shoes and capturing breathtaking wilderness scenes with her new camera.
Why make change?
This is the best question. Why consider any of this? It shouldn't be a leap of faith to simply believe that healthier lifestyle habits—in addition to improving risk of death and injury significantly—can also make us feel great. Over my years of clinical practice, I have had the wonderful opportunity to be present and witness the exciting process of healthy lifestyle change. Real change happening in people who say yes to this process is the most inspiring and rewarding aspect of my job, hands down. Even though every person's way of doing this may be different and unique, the general theme has and always will be the same: keen awareness of one's situation, paying attention and considering all possibilities, and being patient and persistent with the process. Perhaps most importantly, we too often forget to be kind and compassionate toward ourselves as we progress through the process of change.
With this in mind we encourage you to take these points into consideration:
- Pick something, anything
- Think about it a little bit everyday
- Commit to a healthy habit no matter how big or small
- Seek information and get help if you get stuck
- Be open, honest, patient, and persistent with the process
- Be flexible and adapt as you go along
- Relax, do what you can, and keep going
Recipe: How to Pack the Perfect Salad In a Jar
By: Susie Brueggemann, Clinical Dietitian
Makes 1 salad
1-2 tablespoons salad dressing
Mix of raw and cooked vegetables, fresh and dried fruit, nuts, cheese, and other salad ingredients
Salad greens
Wide-mouth canning jars with tight-fitting lids:
Pint jars for side salads, quart jars for individual meal-sized salads, 2-quart jars (or larger) for multiple servings
Large bowl, to serve
- Salad Dressing: Pour 1 to 2 tablespoons of your favorite salad dressing in the bottom of the jar. Adjust the amount of dressing depending on the size of the salad you are making and your personal preference.
- Hard Vegetables: Next, add any hard chopped vegetables you're including in your salad, like carrots, cucumbers, red and green peppers, cooked beets, and fennel.
- Beans, Grains, and Pasta: Next, add any beans, grains, and/or pasta, like chickpeas, black beans, cooked barley, cooked rice, and pasta corkscrews.
- Cheese and Proteins (optional): If you'll be eating the salad within the day, add a layer of diced or crumbled cheese and proteins like tuna fish, diced (cooked) chicken, hard-boiled eggs, or cubed tofu. If you're making salads ahead to eat throughout the week, wait to add these ingredients until the day you're planning to eat the salad and add them on top of the jar.
- Softer Vegetables and Fruits (optional): Next, add any soft vegetables or fruits, like avocados, tomatoes, diced strawberries, or dried apricots. If you're making salads ahead to eat throughout the week, wait to add these ingredients until the day you're planning to eat the salad and add them to the top of the jar.
- Nuts, Seeds, and Lighter Grains: Next, add any nuts or seeds, like almonds, walnuts, and sunflower seeds. If you're making a salad with lighter, more absorbent grains like quinoa or millet, add them in this layer instead of with the beans.
- Salad Greens: Last but not least, fill the rest of the jar with salad greens. Use your hands to tear them into bite-sized pieces. It's fine to pack them into the jar fairly compactly.
- Storing the salad: Screw the lid on the jar and refrigerate for up to 5 days. If you're including any cheese, proteins, or soft fruits and vegetables, add these to the top of the jar the morning you plan to eat your salad.
- Tossing and eating the salad: When ready to eat, unscrew the lid and shake the salad into the bowl. The action of shaking the salad into the bowl is usually enough to mix the salad with the dressing. If not, toss gently with a fork until coated.
Try these recipes for a spin on your usual salad! Layer all ingredients as follows in a wide mouth Mason Jar.
Recipe #1: Asian Salad in a Jar
2Tbsp. Light Sesame Ginger Dressing
1 Tbsp. Peapods
2 Tbsp. Carrot/Cabbage Shreds
1 Tbsp. Water Chestnuts
1 Tbsp. Edamame
1 Tbsp. Quinoa
1 Tbsp. Slivered Almonds
Lettuce/Fresh Spinach
Recipe #2: Classic Salad Bar in a Jar
2 Tbsp. of favorite dressing
1 Tbsp. Broccoli/Cauliflower or Zucchini/Squash
1 Tbsp. Carrot/Celery
4-5 Grape Tomatoes
1 Tbsp. Chopped peppers/cucumbers
1-2 Tbsp. corn, pas or legumes of choices
1-2 Tbsp. nuts or seeds of choice
Lettuce/Fresh Spinach of choice
Recipe #3: Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Pasta, Basil & Spinach
2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar dressing
4-5 grape tomatoes
1 oz. or 5-6 fresh mozzarella pearls
1/3 – ½ cup whole grain pasta, cooked
Fresh Basil and Spinach
Recipe #4: Chopped Black Bean & Corn Salad
5 wide mouth quart size mason jars
1 ¼ cup salsa
6 oz. container plain Greek Yogurt
1 quart cherry tomatoes, halved
1 red onion, chopped
2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
12 oz. package frozen corn
2 avocados peeled and chopped
5 ounce block pepper jack cheese, cut into small cubes
4-5 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
¼ cup or more chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions: In each of the Mason Jars, pour ¼ cup of salsa. Then divide the Greek yogurt evenly among the jars. This will equal about 1.5 Tbsp. of Greek yogurt per jar. Next divide and layer the rest of the ingredients evenly between the 5 mason jars starting with tomatoes then following with onions, black beans, corn, avocado, cheese, and ending with Romaine and Cilantro. When ready to eat pour into a brown, mix together and enjoy! This can be made up to 5 days ahead of time.
Recipe #5: Mason Jar Greek Salad- Serves 5
5 Quart size wide mouth Mason jars
10 Tbsp. Newman's Own Olive Oil & Vinegar Dressing
1 quart cherry tomatoes, halved
5 mini cucumbers, sliced
1 cup pitted Greek olives, sliced or chopped
¾ c. crumbled Feta Cheese
2 c. chopped or shredded Rotisserie Chicken
5 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
Instructions: Divide and layer all ingredients into Mason Jars. Start with salad dressing, then tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, cheese, chicken and end with lettuce. Put Mason jar top on and store in refrigerator.
Meriter-UnityPoint Health & UW Health to Expand Partnership
New agreement allows for more coordinated care
UW Health and Meriter-UnityPoint Health have signed a joint operating agreement for obstetrics and neonatal services.
The new agreement, recently approved by the members' respective boards, went into effect Jan. 1, 2015, strengthening a long tradition of partnership around women's health.
The joint operating agreement will cover "mother-baby services" with a plan to operate as if a single entity, offering both patients and referring physicians unified access to care and a more seamless experience.
"We value the opportunity to join with Meriter-UnityPoint Health and combine the strengths of UW Health's academic medicine and patient- and family-centered care within a community hospital and a nationally ranked children's hospital," said Jeff Poltawsky, senior vice president of American Family Children's Hospital. "This will allow us to achieve a future vision for coordinated care of women and infants. In addition to better care, this arrangement helps avoid duplication of services in the community—an important goal as we enhance quality, service and access while becoming more efficient in the delivery of care."
The partnership will be governed by a 10-member board with equal representation from UW Health and Meriter and includes representation of both independent and UW Health physicians. While each party will maintain complete ownership of its current assets, the new board will monitor quality and service performance, review and approve annual budgets, strategic plans and policies and procedures.
"Under this agreement, Meriter-UnityPoint Health will strengthen maternal and newborn care and also build upon our tradition of partnering with the community to coordinate care around the needs of our patients, truly putting them at the center of all we do," said Meriter Chief Nursing Officer Pat Grunwald. "Families will benefit from peace of mind in knowing that they will receive the most technically advanced obstetrical, prenatal and newborn care through the collaborative sharing of top-notch resources in both Meriter and UW's facilities."
Meriter has the busiest birthing center in the state and a Level III neonatal intensive-care unit (NICU) that can provide life support to extremely high-risk newborns. UW Health's American Family Children's Hospital opened a 14-bed Level IV NICU in May; it offers a full range of pediatric medical and surgical specialists and can provide care for infants with highly complex conditions.
Meriter and UW Health already partner in providing care in the Meriter Birthing Center and NICU, Center for Perinatal Care, OB/GYN care in Meriter clinics and Generations Fertility Care.
Preventing Post-Surgical Infections – Steps to a Successful Procedure
By: Diane Dohm, Infection Prevention Program
A surgical site infection occurs after surgery in the part of the body where surgery took place. Most patients who have surgery do not develop an infection. However, infections develop in about 1-3 of every 100 persons who have surgery.
What can you do to help prevent surgical infections?
Before your surgery, discuss your medical conditions with your doctor. Health problems such as diabetes, allergies and obesity can affect your outcome:
- If you smoke, try to quit. Smoking increases your risk of infection as well as pneumonia after surgery.
- Walk or exercise daily if possible to improve your lung function.
- Do not shave the area near the surgical site the night before surgery or the morning of surgery. This may also include your legs and under your arms. Shaving can cause skin irritation and small nicks in your skin which may make it easier to develop an infection.
- Your doctor may test you for Staph, a kind of germ, by swabbing your nose.
- The night before surgery or the morning of surgery, clean your body and the site of surgery with a special product (soap or wipes) to reduce the number of germs on your body. Your doctor will instruct you on what to use and how to use it. Once you arrive at the hospital, your healthcare providers will clean your skin again.
- After using the soap or wipes, put on clean, freshly laundered clothing. If possible, place clean sheets on your bed.
After your surgery, there are also things you can do to help prevent infections:
- All health care providers, family and friends should clean their hands with alcohol gel or soap and water before and after visiting you. If you do not see them do this, it is ok to ask them to clean their hands.
- Avoid touching your wound. Always clean your hands before and after caring for your wound and changing dressings as instructed by your doctor.
- Your doctor will provide guidelines for your activity. Deep breathing and increasing your activity as allowed will decrease risk for pneumonia and blood clots.
After discharge from the hospital, follow the instructions given to you by your doctor. If you develop any signs of an infection, such as redness and pain at the surgical site, drainage, or fever, call your doctor.
Your doctor, nurses, and other healthcare professionals also do many things to prevent infections after surgery. Some of the things they do include:
- Cleansing their hands and arms with special soaps just prior to surgery.
- Wearing special hair covers, masks, gowns and gloves during surgery to keep the surgery area clean.
- Cleansing the skin at the site of surgery with special antiseptics.
- Antibiotics may be given prior, during, or after surgery as needed.
Working together as a team will help insure a successful recovery.
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What You Should Know About Botox and Juvéderm
By: Dr. Jeffrey Larson, Plastic Surgery
Botox and Juvéderm are cosmetic medical treatments referred to as "injectables" because both treatments are injected with a needle and syringe in an office setting. Botox works by paralyzing muscles in the face that cause wrinkles, while Juvéderm is a biologic chemical that restores volume to areas of the face that have been affected by aging.
Although these treatments have been demonstrated to be extremely safe when performed by an experienced practitioner, they can have disadvantages, especially when they are used excessively or improperly. With Botox, one of the problems that can be seen on patients who are overtreated is described as a "frozen face." Because Botox works by paralyzing muscles, if it is overused, it may cause an unnatural, expressionless appearance. Juvéderm works by restoring volume to areas of the face that have lost volume. Overinjection of Juvéderm can lead to an overcorrected appearance and unnatural contours.
The best way to avoid these complications is to prevent them. It is essential to make sure your provider is experienced with the injectable he or she is using. Your provider should be well-trained in cosmetic medicine; these practitioners include plastic surgeons, facial plastic surgeons, dermatologists, and nurses who have specialized training in these areas. Before beginning your treatment, be as specific as you can regarding your own personal goals. Clear communication is key to obtaining the result you are seeking.
If you do have a result that is unsatisfactory, start by contacting the practitioner who performed the service. They will be able to counsel you regarding recovery or improvement. If you are not comfortable with the response, seek an opinion from a different, experienced provider. In some cases, additional injections may be able to correct the problem you are having. In any event, with both Botox and Juvéderm, the effects are temporary and will gradually improve with time. The goal with any injectable treatment is a result that is natural, refreshed, and meets the expectations you have for improvement.
To learn about the non-surgical treatment options offered at Meriter, visit meriter.com/cosmetic.
Join us at Polar Dash – Jan. 24
It may be cold outside, but winter doesn't mean healthy living needs to hibernate. We want kids to stay active and healthy all year round.
Join us for a fun-filled morning at Polar Dash!
• Race around an outdoor course pulling a stuffed bear in a sled
• Enjoy outdoor hula hooping and bean bag toss
• Warm up inside with treats
• Visit the Bear Clinic: Bring your favorite bear (or stuffed animal) from home for a head-to-toe check-up by Meriter doctors.
• Compete in fun games inside!
Polar Dash is free and open to the public. Bring a friend!
Recommended for Kids 12 and under. All are welcome.
Date: Saturday, January 24
Time: 10 am to noon
Location: Meriter Monona, 6408 Copps Avenue
Cost: FREE
10 Top Baby Names of 2014
Are you wondering what the top baby names were for 2014 in the Madison area? As the busiest birthing center in the state of Wisconsin, we compiled a list of the most common first names of the more than 3,800 babies born at Meriter Hospital in 2014.
Did your favorite name make the list? Let us know in the comments below!
1. Charlotte
1. Evelyn
1. Isabel/Isabelle
4. Nora
5. Sophia
6. Emma
6. Stella
8. Ava
9. Aubree/Aubrey
9. Harper
1. William
2. Henry
2. Jackson/Jaxson
4. Mason
5. Benjamin
6. Owen
6. Samuel
8. Alexander
9. Dillon/Dylan
9. Michael
9. Miles
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Meriter – UnityPoint Health Appoints CEO
The Board of Directors of Meriter – UnityPoint Health, with the support of our partners at UnityPoint Health, has named Arthur Nizza, DSW, as President and CEO, effective February 16, 2015.
"We interviewed talented candidates from around the nation and Art was truly the right fit for our patients, our community, our physicians and our employees," said Virginia Graves, Chair of the Meriter – UnityPoint Health Board of Directors. "We are confident Art will help Meriter thrive in the changing health care world, allowing us to continue our mission of patient-focused, community-minded care for years to come."
Bill Leaver, President and CEO of UnityPoint Health said, "Art's experience, knowledge of the health care world and business savvy make him an outstanding choice to lead Meriter. We welcome him to the organization and know he will bring Meriter to an even higher level of excellence."
Nizza is currently the President of MidHudson Regional of Westchester Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, NY where he successfully orchestrated the transition from a standalone entity to the regional hospital of an Academic Medical Center. His focus has been on building collaborative relationships with community physicians, other local providers and faculty to further patient-centered care.
Prior to MidHudson, Nizza was President and CEO of Stellaris Health Network, a clinically integrated network of community hospitals in a very competitive market near New York City. Nizza has considerable expertise in transitioning organizations to compete on value over market share.
Nizza has held previous executive leadership roles at academic medical centers like Mount Sinai and NYU in New York and his experience includes direct patient care as a social worker and expertise with information technology in clinical practice. Nizza earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Long Island University and holds masters and doctoral degrees from Adelphi University in social welfare.
Nizza replaces Jim Woodward, who served as Meriter's President and CEO for eight years. Peter Thoreen and Dr. Geoff Priest have respectfully served as Interim CEO and Interim President since July.
Symptoms and Triggers of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
By: Dr. Luke Fortney, Family Medicine at Meriter McKee
Is irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) real? Yes! Irritable bowel syndrome (also called spastic colon and sometimes referred to as abdominal migraine) is a complex disorder that affects as many as 20 percent of people at different times of their lives. Although there is no single cause for IBS, it is characterized by abnormal gut contractions and digestion, unbalanced gut bacteria, low-grade chronic inflammation, gut hypersensitivity and disruption of the gut-brain communication.
Common symptoms include chronic abdominal discomfort and altered bowel habits including constipation, diarrhea, bloating, fatigue, and abdominal pain. If you experience any of these symptoms several times each month, you may have IBS. Individuals with IBS report a variety of triggers for their symptoms, but the following are the most common.
- Certain foods and beverages: Some sufferers find it helpful to keep a food diary to track how their diet affects their condition. Foods and beverages affect each person differently, but foods that are most likely to cause problems include raw fruit and vegetables, wheat (gluten), sweeteners (real and artificial), caffeine, alcohol, soda, foods high in fat, highly processed foods, fast food, and most dairy.
- Medicines or supplements: It's important to review your drug and supplement regimen with your doctor. Never stop taking a medication without talking to your doctor first. Also keep in mind that many supplements are upsetting to the gut.
- Stress in any form: Because IBS is a functional bowel disorder, it can be triggered and worsened by stress and anxiety.
Research suggests that individually tailored treatments such as improved nutrition, regular exercise, stress reduction, health psychology coping skills, and appropriate medications and supplements can be helpful for many people with IBS.
Altering gut flora (bacteria levels) also seems to be helpful. A recent analysis of multiple research studies reported that most probiotic strains appear to improve gas and bloating compared with placebo. Two additional studies concluded that probiotics, in general, improve overall IBS symptoms for most patients.
If you are experiencing any of the symptoms generally associated with IBS several times each month, call us! Meriter-UnityPoint Health's dedicated IBS Program can apply proven techniques to help you successfully manage IBS.
Core Conditioning: It's Not Just About the Abs
By: Lori Parmenter, Clinical Exercise Physiologist with Women's HeartCare
Many people compare "core" with their abdominal muscles. However, it is much more than your abs. Traditional stomach crunches or sit-ups target just a few muscles. The core is made up of the many muscles that run up and down the spine — in the front, back, and sides — that help you bend, stand, twist, lift, move and more. Strong core muscles make it easier to do everything from swinging a golf club to getting a glass from the top shelf or bending down to tie your shoes. Weak core muscles leave you susceptible to poor posture, lower back pain and muscle injuries. Weak or inflexible core muscles can impair how well your arms and legs function-and can sap power from many of the moves you make. So, properly building up your core cranks up the power.
A strong core increases balance and stability. It can help prevent falls and injuries during sports and other activities. A strong, flexible core helps with everything including:
- Everyday activities—Bending to pick up a package, turning to look behind you or standing in line at a store are just a few of the many everyday actions that depend on your core and you might not think about it until it is too difficult or painful.
- On-the-job tasks—Jobs that involve lifting, twisting and standing all depend on core muscles. Even sitting at your desk for hours depend on your core. Phone calls, typing and computer use can make your back muscles stiff and sore, especially if you're not strong enough to practice good posture and aren't taking sufficient breaks.
To be safe and effective, core muscle strengthening exercises require proper alignment and progression from one type of exercise to another—adjusted to your body and fitness level. Also, consult a clinician before starting any fitness program if you haven't been physically active, have back problems or some other medical condition.
Exercises for Strengthening Your Core
You can start by learning how to "squeeze in," gently but firmly tighten the abdominal muscles, squeezing the navel in toward the small of the back. The tailbone should be slightly tucked. Practice holding this position for 10 seconds at a time while breathing normally. Once you get the hang of this, you can start doing some core exercises.
A bridge is a classic core exercise. Lie on your back with your knees bent. Keep your back in a neutral position, not arched and not pressed into the floor. Tighten your abdominal muscles. Raise your hips off the floor until your hips are aligned with your knees and shoulders. Hold the position as long as you can without breaking your form.
Exercises that strengthen abdominal and other core muscles should be part of an overall fitness plan that includes regular moderate-intensity aerobic exercise, such as brisk walking, 30 minutes per day, most days of the week. It is recommended to get 20-30 minutes of strength training two to three times a week, and that is a good time to fit in a few exercises designed to work the core. Having a strong core will not only make you look better by changing your posture, it will help you move better and keep you protected during many of life's daily activities.
Meriter – UnityPoint Health Named Top Employer in Madison
Meriter – UnityPoint Health is proud to announce that it has been named the top place to work in Madison by In Business magazine.
Meriter received the magazine's top score for offering our employees a robust benefits package, continuing education opportunities and community support.
"People who work in health care generally are highly motivated to be of service to others," said Interim President and Chief Medical Officer Dr. Geoff Priest in an interview with the magazine. "And I would say that seems to be true across my whole career, from when I went into health care through today."
In addition to an interview with Dr. Priest, employees at the Meriter Monona clinic are featured on the cover of the December issue of In Business. Our partners at Turville Bay MRI & Radiation Oncology Center are also featured as a top employer in the issue.
You can read the full article here. Not a Meriter employee? Browse available openings on our career page.
Thank You to our Heart Walkers!
Thank you to all who participated in the American Heart Association® Heart Walk® on October 18. It was inspiring to see so many Meriter blue shirts despite the frigid temperatures. The totals have come in, and Meriter's Heart & Vascular team raised just over $4,000, leading Meriter's contribution total to reach more than $9,000!
It was a great event this year, and we are looking forward to an even bigger presence next year as we continue to support the AHA's mission of education and advocacy. Thank you to all of our super heroes at Meriter!
How to Avoid Common Prescription Drug Mistakes
By: Nick Gnadt, Ambulatory Pharmacy Manager
Medicines have the power to heal and cure, but sometimes mistakes and errors can happen. When not used properly, they can be ineffective or even harmful. Here are some tips for making sure your medications are just what the doctor ordered.
Choose Quality over Convenience
No pharmacy wants to make you wait for your prescriptions, but safely filling your prescription is more than just counting pills. A good pharmacist will not just check the prescriptions you are filling but will also review all of your prescription records to look for interactions, check for other medications that may need filling, and even look for medications that could either be stopped or started to ensure you are only taking medications that make sense for you.
Some pharmacies make guarantees about how quickly they will fill your prescriptions and may sometimes skip these steps to ensure they meet that guarantee. A report from the Institute for Safe Medication Practices found that many pharmacists working in pharmacies with time guarantees reported that pressure to meet these guarantees led to dispensing errors. Make sure you choose a pharmacy that commits to doing the right thing rather than just doing the fastest thing.
Use Two Identifiers When Picking Up Your Prescriptions
While every person is a unique individual, your name may not be. Make sure that your pharmacy checks not just your name but also a second identifier like your address or date of birth. This simple step can ensure that you are getting YOUR medications and not someone else's.
Participate in Show and Tell
Every time you pick up your medications, have your pharmacist show you the pills and tell you their names and what they are for. Seeing the pills before you leave the pharmacy gives you a chance to identify any that look different. Many generic medications come in different shapes and sizes so changes may not be a problem, but looking at them before you leave the pharmacy lets the pharmacist double check the stock bottle if there is any question about it being the right medicine.
Use Trustworthy Sources on the Internet
The Internet has given us access to information that we never had before, but not all of it is completely accurate. When looking up information on medicines, make sure you have a trustworthy site. For instance, MedlinePlus is a good site that is maintained by the National Institutes of Health. It has information on medicines, natural products, and even education on diseases. ConsumerMedSafety.org is another good site with more tips on how to avoid medication errors.
Keep Drug Information in Context
When looking up medication information on your own, remember that your pharmacist, doctors and other members of your health care team are available if you have questions or concerns. Most medicines have long lists of possible side effects that make the drugs sound scary. With extensive education in biology, physiology and chemistry, your pharmacist can help give you the background information to put the warnings in context. Oftentimes, the side effects are very rare and you can take steps to help reduce the risk of experiencing them.
Six Ways to Manage Stress Around the Holidays
By: Dr. Gretchen Diem, Health Psychology
Although holidays are supposed to be a joyful time, they can also feel overwhelming and stressful. There is often a dizzying array of demands – parties, shopping, baking, cleaning, family get-togethers, to name just a few and not enough time to do it all. For some, the holidays are especially hard as they are reminded that they are alone or of loved ones who are gone.
Here are some ideas that may ring true for you this year as you try to embrace all that the season has to offer.
- Have realistic expectations. No holiday celebration is ever perfect and it doesn't have to be just like last year. As life changes and families grow, traditions and rituals often shift as well. Choose a few to hold onto, and be open to creating new ones.
- Keep things in perspective. Try to view inevitable mishaps as opportunities to find humor, and demonstrate flexibility and resilience. Burning the cookies, arriving late to a party, or coming down with a winter cold will not ruin the holidays. Instead it might just create a notable family memory.
- Honor your feelings. Just as it is a season of celebrating the many gifts in our lives, the holidays also can be a time that calls to mind what pains us. Remember that many people struggle with some loneliness or loss. Giving yourself and others some grace can make it easier to be present in the moment and to not be overwhelmed with the full spectrum of emotions that life has to offer.
- Give to those in need. The holidays are usually a time when everyone is focused on gift giving for families and friends; however, it is also a great time to consider giving to others. Helping those less fortunate is a wonderful way to teach children about the value of helping others and has the added benefit of making the "giver" feel good too.
- Do less. As hard as it is, give yourself permission to say no to requests that are going to add to your level of stress. You cannot be present for yourself or others if you feel resentful or over-burdened. Ask yourself, is this really necessary? Will this bring me or my family more joy or will it just add more pressure. Prioritize activities that are most meaningful.
- Focus on what really matters. The barrage of holiday advertising can make us overlook the true meaning of the season. The holidays are a time to reconnect with people we care about, give thanks, and celebrate. Take time to reflect on all the people, experiences, and things we have in our lives for which to be grateful. This can really shift our perspectives in a positive way.
Take time to stop, breath, reflect and enjoy – here's to a wonderful holiday season and a Happy and Healthy New Year!
How Can You Become Tobacco-Free?
By: Dr. Luke Fortney, Family Medicine
When someone mentions the Great American Smokeout on November 20, do you feel inspired, annoyed, anxious, guilty or something else? If truth be told, many people who smoke have mixed emotions about smoking and quitting. The whole point of the Great American Smokeout isn't to set unrealistic expectations. Quite the opposite! Here at Meriter – UnityPoint Health, we encourage you to look at this day as the starting point toward optimal wellbeing for the long-run.
According to WIPHL (Wisconsin Initiative to Promote Healthy Lifestyles), 40% of all deaths in Wisconsin every year are directly attributed to tobacco and alcohol. That's a big number and a lot of unfortunate and unnecessary loss. However, it's never too late to turn things around. This November, we encourage you to use the Great American Smokeout as a day to start thinking about, preparing for, and making plans for tobacco cessation at a time that is best for your schedule and your life.
The Great American Smokeout is just the starting point for you to become tobacco-free. Rather than quit cold-turkey on November 20th, we encourage you to begin preparing for a tobacco-free life. There are many ways to do this, and many tools to support you. Perhaps the Wisconsin Tobacco Quit Line or using OTC nicotine replacement will help you stay on track. You may even be drawn to our flagship Mindfulness Training for Smokers (MTS) class, which is a once-a-week, 7-weeks-long, group program combining medications and training in mindfulness to help manage cravings, withdrawl symptoms, smoking triggers, and stress. Whatever approach you choose, we will be here for you every step of the way, which also includes our monthly smoking cessation check-in group.
How does mindfulness help us break free from addiction? First of all, mindfulness is a psychology technique and practice that means paying attention in a particular way, on purpose, in the present moment, and without judgment. It provides us with a whole new skill set for dealing with triggers, urges, strong emotions, and stressors – whatever leads us to smoke. At the same time, it helps retrain certain dopamine mediated neuro-pathways so that cravings aren't nearly as intense as they may have been during previous quit attempts. Learning to practice mindfulness in meaningful, everyday, and practical ways teaches us to pay attention to our experience so that we are able to thoughtfully respond to circumstances rather than automatically react. This awareness provides a pause or break in old habitual patterns, creating a chance to decide not to reach for that cigarette or chew.
If you're having a hard time deciding where to start, we can help! This isn't about trying the same old approach over and over again. The Great American Smokeout can serve as an opportunity for you to 1) begin thinking about, 2) prepare for and 3) empower yourself to finally be free of tobacco. We encourage you to take this opportunity to commit to a tobacco-free life, and most importantly enjoy the rewards of accomplishing something you may not have thought possible.
Give us a call at 608-417-7848 (QUIT). Together, we'll help you come up with a plan for your success. What's your starting point?
Healthy Comfort Food Recipes
By: Michelle Miller, Manager of Greenbush Garden Bistro
Fall and winter are all about comfort foods for most of us, so I have included some healthy alternatives to our everyday idea of what comfort food is. Now, these recipes will require slightly more prep time, but the benefits are worth it! The first one I will share with you is a twist on lasagna and pasta dishes.
I love using zucchini as a noodle base, and I love my Vegetti (the tool used to make thin spaghetti noodles). Here is one of my favorite recipes for zucchini lasagna; of course you can add/remove veggies as you wish.
Zucchini Veggie Lasagna
2 large zucchini
1 tablespoon salt
1 pound ground beef or turkey
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
1 small green bell pepper, diced
1 tablespoon fresh garlic
1 onion, diced
1 cup tomato paste
1 (16 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/4 cup red wine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
Hot water as needed
1 egg
1 (15 ounce) container low-fat ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
8 ounces grated Parmesan cheese
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a deep 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Slice zucchini lengthwise into very thin slices. Sprinkle slices lightly with salt; set aside to drain in a colander. This prevents the dish from getting too much liquid.
- To prepare the meat sauce, cook and stir ground beef and black pepper in a large skillet over medium high heat for 5 minutes. Add in green pepper, garlic and onion; cook and stir until meat is no longer pink. Stir in tomato paste, tomato sauce, wine, basil, and oregano, adding a small amount of hot water if sauce is too thick. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer sauce for about 20 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Meanwhile, stir egg, ricotta and parsley together in a bowl until well combined.
- To assemble lasagna, spread 1/2 of the meat sauce into the bottom of prepared pan. Then layer 1/2 the zucchini slices, 1/2 the ricotta mixture, all of the spinach, followed by all of the mushrooms, then 1/2 the mozzarella cheese. Repeat by layering the remaining meat sauce, zucchini slices, ricotta mixture, and mozzarella. Spread Parmesan cheese evenly over the top; cover with foil.
- Bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil; raise oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake an additional 15 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Another favorite of mine is a basic zucchini noodle topped with marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce or any other sauce you would like to incorporate. This can be topped with meat or strictly veggies. This recipe is very flexible! It can be served warm or cold. My favorite is sautéed lightly and then topped with a sauce of your choice. I would add feta cheese and chicken with this pesto zucchini recipe! Yum!
Simple Pesto Zucchini Noodles
Yield: 2 large bowls
2 large zucchini
Drizzle olive oil
1 carrot, shredded
Handful of your favorite mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons Basil Pesto (recipe below)
A pinch of sea salt
A pinch of freshly ground black pepper
Using a spiralizer, vegetable peeler or vegetti, cut zucchini into angel hair-like pasta and place in a bowl. Drizzle with a very small amount of olive oil, add carrot and mushrooms, and toss with Basil Pesto (homemade recipe is included). Season with sea salt and black pepper and serve.
Basil Pesto Recipe
1/2 cups pine nuts
1/2 cup fresh basil
1 clove garlic
1/4 tsp. sea salt, or to taste
1 teaspoon olive oil
In a food processor, combine pine nuts, basil, garlic, and sea salt. While mixing, drizzle olive oil into the food processor. Add more oil as needed to blend into a creamy paste. Season with additional sea salt as needed.
I love zucchini noodles for the sheer fact that it feels like comfort food and tastes like it too, but you reap the benefits of veggies in the cold and almost snowy weather when most of us slow down on our consumption. Once you make the noodles you can do a variety of different dishes with them. The dishes included are my personal favorites! Happy Cooking!
Meriter-UnityPoint Health Wins 2014 eHealthcare Leadership Awards
Meriter-UnityPoint Health is proud to announce that is has again been honored with three national eHealthcare Leadership Awards, presented by eHealthcare Strategy & Trends.
Meriter received the 2014 Silver eHealthcare Leadership Award for Best Doctor Directory, the 2014 Silver eHealthcare Leadership Award for Best Intranet and Meriter Foundation was awarded the Distinction award for Best Overall Internet Site.
Meriter's physician directory conveniently allows patients the option to meet a Meriter physician online by viewing a physician's photo, video and medical philosophy. Patients also have the option of conveniently requesting an appointment online with a Meriter physician.
Meriter's intranet site was judge based on the organization's use of internal networking to enhance employee productivity and satisfaction as well as reducing administrative costs.


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5-star luxury guesthouse in Marrakech with a full-service spa
Situated in Marrakech, this luxury guesthouse is in the same area as La Plage Rouge, Agdal Gardens, and Bahia Palace. Area attractions also include Cinema Megarama and Museum Palmeraie.
Property Features
In addition to a restaurant, L Mansion Guest Palace features an outdoor tennis court. Other amenities include a full-service spa and a coffee shop/café.
Room Amenities
Flat-screen televisions include premium cable channels. Guestrooms also feature refrigerators and bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and designer toiletries.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us!
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Hotel Amenities
In addition to a full-service spa, L Mansion Guest Palace features an outdoor tennis court and an indoor pool. The guesthouse offers a restaurant and a coffee shop/café. A complimentary breakfast is offered. High-speed wireless Internet access is complimentary.
This luxury guesthouse also offers an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center. Onsite self parking is complimentary.
L Mansion Guest Palace is a smoke-free property.
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Free airport transportation
- Barbecue grill(s)
- Coffee shop or café
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Express check-in
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- Fitness facilities
- Full-service spa
- Turkish bath/Hammam
- Hair salon
- Free WiFi
- Total number of rooms - 10
- Laundry facilities
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Number of floors - 2
- Multilingual staff
- Restaurant
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Tennis on site
- Outdoor tennis court
- Free self parking
- Sauna
- Smoke-free property
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Spa tub
- Steam room
- Supervised childcare/activities
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor pool
- Television in lobby
- Wedding services
- Free breakfast
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Free self parking
Room Amenities
- Premium TV channels
- DVD player
- Premium bedding
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Patio
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- Air conditioning
- Phone
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- Refrigerator
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Free bottled water
- Daily housekeeping
- Turndown service
- Designer toiletries
- Private bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Hair dryer
- Bidet
- In-room massage available
- Slippers
- Shower/tub combination
- Cable TV service
- In-room safe
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Flat-panel TV
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Room service (24 hours)
Where to Eat
A complimentary breakfast is offered.
The Moroccan - This poolside restaurant specializes in Moroccan cuisine. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.
Nearby Things to Do
An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a sauna, a steam room, and a fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
- Snowboarding nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
Spa Services
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the guesthouse's full-service spa. Services include massages, facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
- Sauna in spa
- Body scrubs
- Aromatherapy treatments
- Massages
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- Accessible path of travel
- Accessible bathroom
- Accessible parking
- In-room accessibility
- Braille or raised signage
Hotel Policies
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Check-out time is noon
Payment types
Pets allowed
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- A city/local tax will be charged
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The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.


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