Over the last seventeen years, Dr. Anh Doan has seen patients preparing for their first day of school, leaving for college, trying contact lenses before their wedding day, selecting the perfect frames for a new job, and even bringing their own children in for a first eye exam. She says, “I love practicing optometry, getting to know my patients and caring for their sight!”

We’ve all seen them...the veins that seem a little too big, a little too dark. We’ve all had them...legs that are tired and achy. But are they a fact of life, a cosmetic issue, or something worse? Dr. Ulises Baltazar says, “Varicose veins look like bulging, bluish cords beneath the surface of your skin. If left untreated, varicose veins can progress to chronic venous insufficiency, a more serious venous disease. Be aware of the warning signs of varicose veins...and come see me for a range of treatment options.”

You don’t have to renew your passport or pack your bags to experience the healing magic of Thai Massage. Leave your shoes by the door, inhale the scent of jasmine and lemongrass, listen to the soothing fountain, slip into a pair of slippers, and let all your stress go...right here in Fort Bend. At Therapeutic Thai Massage Theo and Mona have created a personal oasis that improves your health and rejuvenates your spirit.

Does your bathroom need a re-do or your outdoor kitchen need a do-over? You don’t have to start the process of calling friends, asking for recommendations, getting in different contractors for quotes...only to feel stuck with the first one you pick. Call the Re-Modelista, Teri Gilberg, the “Get-it-done Diva.” She’ll meet you, talk about your contracting needs, and match you with the right team for the job. All you’ll need to do is watch the magic happen!

Not only does Jan-Michael Jenkins make his living in the world of fitness, he’s always active in his free time, too. He says, “Through Legacy Fitness I offer corporate and individual fitness in both group and personal training settings. You can see everything we offer on our website at www.LegacyFitnessOne.com. After work I like to push myself hard, so I hurt myself from time to time...and that brings me to St. Michael’s Emergency Rooms.”

Rachel Hosea’s been dancing since she was just a little girl in Sugar Land. She says, “I went to TCU and majored in Ballet. After graduation I knew that professional dance wasn’t my life’s path, instead I wanted to share my love of fitness and grace. I continued my education and earned my Pilates certification. I met the owner of a Barre Studio...and the concept really resonated with me. I began teaching Barre and Pilates for her and completely fell in love. I knew Sugar Land needed access to this kind of transformative workout...so I moved back home and opened Reformed Body Studio.”

Keeping a clean home plays a key part in keeping your family healthy. Through the hustle and bustle of everyday life you don’t have the time to stop and clean up. Germs and dust that accumulate over time can have a harsh effect on our bodies. Luckily, Professional Maid Service dedicates their time to keeping your home clean for you and your family.

Fortune tellers read your life in the lines on your palms, cardiologists study the lines of your EKG, but chiropractors understand your most important lifeline...the spinal cord and its protective covering, the spine. Over the last decade Dr. Scott Payne, his wife Dr. Gina Zummo-Payne, and Dr. Kevin Daude have spent their lives finding the best ways to protect your wellness!

If your tub has you avoiding the bathroom...take heart. Jonee and Paul Barnett, owners of Miracle Method Surface Refinishing, say, “You don’t have to live with a tub that looks dated or ugly...and you shouldn’t live with a tub that’s unsafe. We can completely transform not only the look of your tub, but the way it works, too. Whether you want a new look or a walk-in tub conversion, we make it easy to enjoy a bath again!”

“I’d spent hours preparing for this day. Madelynn had the perfect dress, her brother Bo’s hair was combed, my husband’s new suit dapper and my manicure from spectrum nails was flawless. But when we arrived, my boss didn’t even notice the new clothes and hairdos...instead she said, “Judy, your entire family has the most beautiful smiles!” I had to smile myself. Chalk up another win to our favorite dentist, Dr. Thomas Lomonte, D.D.S. in Stafford!