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• Prescription medications, such as semaglutide and
Tampa General Offers A Safe for patients in Palm Beach tirzepatide, will be prescribed if appropriate, for an
County.
Rothman’s clinical
And Medically Supervised focus is on preventative additional cost
• Monthly body composition evaluation using a Tanita

Weight Loss Program c a r e , we l l n e ss a n d scale
metabolic health for adults The use of medication, along with lifestyle improvements
It’s no secret that the rate of adult obesity in the United States and adolescents age 12 in diet and exercise, results in weight loss that reduces the
continues to rise. Recent figures from the Centers for Disease and up. She pursued board risk of major coronary events, including heart attacks and
Control and Prevention (CDC) report that 41.9 percent of certification in obesity strokes, improves metabolic health and manages blood
Americans are living with obesity, and medical costs associated medicine after recognizing glucose levels.
with the condition totaled nearly $173 billion in 2019. trends among her patients You do not need to be a member of TGH Concierge
According to the Trust for America’s Health, which tracks with hypertension, heart Health to join the weight management program.
obesity rates across the country, 22 states now report rates at disease, osteoarthritis and Dr. Laurie Rothman If you’re diagnosed with a chronic health condition,
or above 35 percent. At 31 percent, Florida’s obesity rate fairs other chronic conditions. or are at risk, commencing a medically supervised weight
slightly better, but there’s still cause for concern. “I wanted to strengthen my training and knowledge in management program offers you peace of mind, knowing
Obesity contributes to chronic health issues such as high prevention and nutrition,” said Rothman. “I started integrating that the program is backed by the world-class care of TGH,
blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol and cardiovascular the concepts into my practice.” Florida’s leading academic health system.
disease. Plus, the noisy marketplace for weight loss remedies is For example, she will review a patient’s overall health TGH Concierge Health, a service of TGH Primary
daunting. How do you know which programs are reputable? If and consider factors such as family history. “We’re looking Care, is part of TGH’s commitment to connecting the
it involves medication, will you need a physician’s input? at total health and well-being to find lifestyle changes that are Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast communities to
For those struggling with losing weight, or their weight sustainable for the long term.” world-class care. TGH Concierge Health patients receive
contributes to a chronic health condition, Tampa General The Weight Management Program is structured as a the highest level of primary care, with after-hours access
Hospital (TGH) Concierge Health offers a medically membership with tiered pricing: and personalized care plans. TGH Concierge Health
supervised, safe and effective weight management program • $300/month for three months includes same-day or next-day appointments, after-hours
available to Palm Beach and Treasure Coast residents. • $280/month for six months communication with the concierge physician or staff, annual
Individuals will work one-on-one with Dr. Laurie Membership includes: executive-level physical examinations and more.
Rothman, who is board certified in family medicine and • Two visits per month with a physician who is board certified For more information about the weight management
obesity medicine, to develop a personalized, goal-oriented in obesity medicine program offered by TGH Concierge Health, please call
weight management strategy that may or may not include • Two visits per month with a registered nurse (561) 739-4TGH (4844) or visit TGH.org/ConciergeHealth.
medication. Rothman has been practicing medicine for • Weight loss strategy, counseling, nutrition support, and
nearly 25 years and has two decades of experience caring psychological and social support

LocaL Government

Martin County Tax Collector The notice serves as a reminder to contact this office or surrendering the title to the property. The payment
immediately for payment if your taxes have not been paid of property taxes provides the county, school board and
Dear Taxpayers of Martin for the 2023 tax roll. municipalities with the revenue to provide necessary
County, April 30 at 4:30 p.m. is the last day to pay taxes to services for Martin County taxpayers. Tax certificates
Tax collectors are ensure you are not listed in the news. assist in funding the government’s expenses in the interim
required to advertise the May 31 at 4:30 p.m. is the last day to pay taxes time taxes are delinquent.
date when tax certificates before a certificate will be sold! The system for collecting delinquent ad valorem
will be sold at auction Current law provides that taxes on these listed property taxes is defined in great detail in the Florida
on all parcels of real properties will be recovered through the sale of tax Statutes, Attorney General’s Opinions and Department of
property upon which taxes certificates. Tax certificates constitute first liens on Revenue’s rules and regulations, per F.S. 197.122, F.S.
are delinquent [Section parcels of real property. They make it possible for the 197.332, F.S. 197.343, F.S. 197.402, F.S. 197.403, F.S.
197.402, F.S.]. owner(s) of real property to allow ad valorem property 197.432. Please help keep your cost and the cost of your
The advertisement must taxes to become delinquent and continue to use their government down by paying your property taxes on time.
appear in the newspaper property for two years (or more) before actually paying the Best Regards and Always at Your Service,
once each week for three consecutive weeks prior to bill (plus interest and costs). During this period, investors Honorable Ruth Pietruszewski,
the date announced for the tax certificate sale. pay the delinquent tax bills at negotiated rates of interest Martin County Tax Collector
This advertised information is required by Florida law lending the delinquent property owners’ money in order
and is not intended to be embarrassing or intimidating. to continue using their property before paying the bill

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