A new patient undergoes a CO2 laser skin rejuvenation treatment utilizing one of the most advanced lasers available after an extensive, private consultation with Dr. Beloso. Have you ever felt dissatisfied with the way that insurance companies operate or the manner that doctors typically rush patients in and out of their offices? Dr. Ismael Beloso and the dedicated staff at Changes Medical & Wellness Spa did - and they did something about it in 2008, opening their own office that successfully blends health care, total body wellness and spa services in a patient-centered environment. The team... Read more
When choosing what dentist you and your family will visit, what factors come into your mind? Sure, you want to feel comfortable. You want to feel like the doctors and staff really care and they are highly skilled - but have you ever thought about factoring in the practice’s green initiatives? By creating a patient-first practice combined with environmentally sound programs, Dentila, formerly The Right Smile, offers the best of both worlds at their new location, opening this month. Dr. Axel Castro explains some of the many green features built into the new Dentila office, including solar panels... Read more
Have you ever experienced a moment in time when everything just felt “right” - a time when there was nothing you’d rather be doing? That feeling, that natural high, is exactly what Frank and Joann Nardolillo experience every time they walk into their newly purchased business, Davis Bakery & Co. in Avalon Park. “It’s crazy stuff, but I always wanted to own a bakery,” says Frank, a former account. After spending decades in the accounting field, he and wife decided it was time to pursue their dream. They decided to invest in themselves, and in a business they... Read more
Beauty & the Beast. Annie. Oliver. The Wizard of Oz. Grease! The Sound of Music. Arguably some of the most timeless, classic musicals of all time, wouldn’t you agree? And now you can see them, as well as many other timeless musicals, just down the street for only a few dollars. Too good to be true? No, it’s Magic. In an effort to provide a creative outlet for East Orlando, one nonprofit group has dedicated themselves to putting on shows and events that really strive to bring the magic of the theater home - literally. Beginning life as an afterschool drama club at Sunrise Elementary... Read more
Dr. Conte and the staff of Total Foot and Ankle Center, Lake Nona, work closely together to ensure every patient receives the same fair, friendly treatment. There’s no denying that small businesses conduct themselves differently than their larger cousins in the big business world. Small businesses typically place added emphasis on customer service and personal attention; they never rush you in or out the door; their smiles seem genuine; and the business owner is usually hands-on in the day-to-day operations of the location. What if that same small business approach to doing business was taken... Read more
