Identify the signs of a communication disorder early...because therapy makes a difference! Jason adds, “A child who ‘sounds’ fine but has the vocabulary and comprehension of a much younger child also needs speech therapy to improve communication. We don’t just deal with oral communication and articulation issues...we also work on comprehension, processing, planning, inferring, as well as all of the rest of the executive functions of the brain.”

How can you recognize the signs of stroke in someone else? Try the FAST test. F=FACE-Does the face droop when the person smiles? A = ARMS When both arms are raised, does one arm drift downward? S = SPEECH When the person repeats a sentence, does the speech sound slurred or strange? T = TIME If you observe any of these signs act fast and call 911!

After years of developing and testing, Trane has introduced the variable speed XV20i air conditioner with TruComfort ™ Technology. So what’s so innovative about the TRANE TruComfort ™ line of systems? Brian says, “TruComfort ™ systems deliver precise comfort by running at the exact speed necessary to keep your home comfortable. By lowering output capacity and operating speed to only what is needed, the system runs quieter and consumes less energy. Quietest A/C on the market, most efficient...and great at removing humidity!

“The design of our bath evolved naturally as we talked with Mark about what we wanted. I knew I wanted granite countertops, so we designed everything around that. We expanded the shower and turned the tub. All the workers were very professional and polite. They made me feel a part of the team. I wanted two sizes of tile in the shower. When we had trouble getting the smaller size I wanted, I asked the tile guys if they could cut the larger tile into fourths...and they did! I was really pleased with the way it turned out when I put my own stamp on things!”

It’s no surprise to learn Dr. Baltazar has won “Patient’s Choice” and “Most Supportive Physician,” and he’s beloved by all the patients he’s helped. He says, “My professional passion is your veins. Providing excellent care to each and every patient is my personal pleasure!

Do you feel self-conscious about your stubborn belly fat, your saddlebags, or that little pooch under your chin or on the back of your arms? Consider a contouring truSculpt treatment. Dr. Desai says, “My clients have been asking for an effective, non-invasive way to lose inches, especially that stubborn fat that just won’t go away with diet and exercise. So I took the time to do the research, examine the clinical trials, and thoroughly evaluate all options. When I decided on truSculpt™, I knew for myself that it was the most gentle, yet effective, technology for non-surgical fat reduction and body sculpting/contouring. Research suggests results are seen between four and twelve weeks, but some of my clients are seeing results as early as 2.5 weeks...and every week brings more success!”

In addition to the standard dental fare, Dr. Cook has the training to perform every treatment...veneers, root canals, orthodontics (braces and Invisalign), implants and restorations, extreme makeover dentures, TMJ treatment, wisdom teeth extraction and more. She’s a Fellow of the International Congress of Implantologists (FICOI) and a Fellow of the Las Vegas Institute of Advanced Dental Studies (LVIF). This past summer she earned the elite Master of the Academy of General Dentistry (MAGD) award, earned by less than two percent of all general dentists.

“When my Ob-gyn told me that all the weight loss in the world wouldn’t change my shape, I looked into getting a tummy tuck. My husband was not enthusiastic. He said, “We’ve been married for twenty-five years and you’ve never heard me complain about your stomach!” I told him, “This is something I’m doing for myself!” One day I saw Dr. Ahmadi in UpClose Magazine...and everything fell into place.”

At Classic Chevy you’ll always find good times with good people...and that’s one reason the Fourth Annual Chili Cook-off was such a success! Did you see Classic Chevrolet’s Community Liaison, Ray Aguilar in the dunk tank? We heard there was plenty of ice in that water! Kids enjoyed face painting, games, and a bounce house and all ages enjoyed the band! Of course, the main attraction was the chili!

Why wouldn’t you choose an emergency room where your needs and comfort come first? Co-founded by Dr. Shannon Orsak and his brother Brian, St. Michael’s offers a luxurious waiting room, designated pediatric treatment rooms, an on-site radiology department and lab, board-certified physicians and dedicated nurses. St. Michael's Emergency Rooms is the first and only free-standing ER in Fort Bend and the surrounding Houston area. St. Michael’s ER is in-network with AETNA and also accepts more than 200 insurance plans, including Cigna, Blue Cross, United, and Humana. You’ll pay the same ER price for concierge service at St. Michael’s as you would pay at a standard ER...and often even less! St. Michael’s offers everything you need from an ER––physicians trained in emergency medicine, X-ray, Ultrasound and CT, and an on-site diagnostic lab––without the wait!