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      Cleveland Clinic Martin Health                    are radiation therapists, physicists, dosimetrists, and nurse     radiation therapy can diminish the treatment time, thereby
                                                                                                             “In the appropriately selected patient, stereotactic
                                                        practitioners.
      Expands Cancer Services                              “We dedicate ourselves to providing evidence-based care that   removing the time toxicity of cancer care and improving
                                                        is individualized to the patient,” says Dr. Lizaso. “Our treatment   quality of life,” says Lizaso.
         Cleveland Clinic Martin                        plans are based on cutting edge science and compassion.”     A variety of radiation oncology services are available in Port
      Health’s ongoing mission is                          The radiation oncology department uses leading edge   St. Lucie and Stuart. New and state-of-the-art equipment allow
      to provide the most advanced                      technologies to offer the latest in radiation therapy, including   the physicians to use such techniques as surface guidance, 4-D
      cancer care available to the                      stereotactic ablative radiotherapy (SABR or SBRT) and   CT scanning, and hypofractionated therapy for more precise
      Treasure Coast community.                         stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS). SABR/SBRT and SRS are   targeting of tumors that spares the surrounding tissues while
      That care is even more                            radiation techniques that use state-of-the-art equipment to   sometimes decreasing the number of treatments required.
      accessible as the Robert                          deliver highly focused high-dose radiation. The precision with      The radiation oncology team at Martin Health provides
      and Carol Weissman Cancer                         which the radiation is delivered allows for the treatment of   exceptional patient-centered cancer care. Patients are provided
      Center at Martin Health adds                      tumors without overexposure to nearby healthy tissue. Because   with a thorough overview of treatment options and informed
      caregivers and expands its                        of the higher dosages, patients need fewer treatments – between   with recommendations while being guided through every step
      services.                                         one and five, compared to traditional 25 to 35 – and experience   of treatment.
         Mel Lizaso, M.D., is one  Mel Lizaso, M.D.     fewer side effects.                                   “We take into account the whole patient when designing our
      of three radiation oncology                          The Robert and Carol Weissman Cancer Center offers SRS for   treatment plans,” says Lizaso. “It is individualized and considers
      physicians at the cancer center. Also included on the staff   brain and SABR/SBRT for lung, bone, and other sites of cancer.  the goals and best interests of each patient.”
                                                                                                              To make an appointment with Dr. Lizaso or another specialist
        The Singles Scene Column                               ©                                           at Cleveland Clinic Martin Health, call (877) 463-2010 or visit
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        Special Holiday Edition by: Kelly Leary, M.S. & Miranda  state of mind. In dating and relationships, a healthy mindset   Good works
        Capparelli, The Real Matchmakers                means knowing that opportunities are endless, and the best
                                                        is yet to come.
        Do December. Do LOVE.                                                                              Bring Joy Home: Humane
        And just like that, we find                     Shift your focus this December from what’s missing to what
        ourselves in the magical                        you have and you will have even more because you are   Society Seeks Families To
        month of December. So,                          grateful. Celebrate the little victories: a great conversation,
        did you love more in 2024?                      a kind gesture, or even the courage to put yourself out there.   Foster Shelter Pets During
        If you fell short of your                       When you view the world through the lens of gratitude and
        personal goals this year,                       possibility, you naturally attract more of the same.  The Holidays
        here are Four Secret Santa
        Tips destined to increase                       At Revolution Dating, we see time and again how an      Most people do not want
        the odds of wrapping up                         abundant mindset transforms our clients’ love lives. Those   to spend the holidays alone
        December with a big red                         who believe in their worth and trust the journey tend to   and the shelter animals at
        bow. Now is the time to                         experience greater success—not because they’re lucky, but   the Humane Society of the
        bask in all of your hard                        because they’re open to receiving the love and joy they   Treasure Coast (HSTC) are
        work invested in family, friends, and business in 2024. This   deserve. They are open to our guidance and faith in them.   no different. That’s why the
        is the perfect time to show some extra love to yourself. If   We only want the best for our clients--and usually they only   HSTC is reaching out to caring
        your circle is authentic, they will adore this ramping up in   want the best for themselves. Add a dash of realism to that   individuals and families to
        you--and therein lies a gift to the people you love. Ready to   recipe and you are on your way to a delicious December.   participate in its annual “Home
        rock December with us? Simply cut this article out and read it                                     for the Holidays” program.
        often all month long and do share this with your single family   At Revolution Dating, we believe the final chapter of
        and friends too. Thank us later.                the year should be the best part of the year and it will   Sponsored  by Wilmington
                                                        help you to create an even better 2025. The predictions   Trust, the goal is for all its
        1. Splurge on YOU.                              are in: We are all about to walk into one of the best   shelter pets to be fostered
                                                        years of our lives. So, let’s set ourselves up for some
        Giving yourself gifts of love and attention will automatically   extra love in our personal lives. Whether you’re single,   starting December 5, and
        trigger your brain to say “I am worth it!” Parents,   dating, or married, this month is a marker for good   continuing through January 3,
        grandparents, and over-nurturers can get stuck in a path   moves and action.                       2025, when the animals must
        of thinking solely about others. As matchmakers, we urge                                           either be returned or adopted.
        you to put yourself first. This is a gift of acknowledging   So, as you deck the halls                Pet pickups must be done
        how hard you have worked this year. Spoil yourself with   and countdown to midnight,               during the following business
        a gift that keeps on giving --I.E. better connections and   remember: your December                hours: Monday to Saturday from
        better relationships. Your loved ones will appreciate the   can be filled with excellence,         10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday
        newfound smile on your face. NOW, that’s a GIFT.   laughter, and abundance.                        from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The
                                                        And who knows? It might                            HSTC’s main campus is 4100
        At Revolution Dating, we see this principle come to life   just be the month that                  S.W. Leighton Farm Ave., Palm
        every day with clients of all ages. Clients who are confident,   changes everything. Fall
        successful, and self-aware tend to attract partners who reflect   into Romance this holiday        City. The HSTC’s two Stuart
        those same qualities. This December, prioritize YOU. We   season with the help from                thrift stores, 3302 S.E. Federal  The Humane Society of the
        have clients enroll on December 30th--and guess what--they   The Pros!                             Highway and 1099 N.W. 21st  Treasure Coast is reaching out
        are guaranteed to have a secret glow on New Year’s Eve                                             St., will also have cats available  to caring individuals
        2025--even if they don’t have their dating portfolio ready   Thank you so much for following us for so many years.   to be  fostered. To view the  to foster one of its pets,
        yet. Hope is an inevitable aphrodisiac and it is contagious.    We appreciate your loyalty and love. Wishing you and   available pets, go online to www. like these, as part of its
                                                        yours a very Happy Holiday Season 2024! Stay tuned for   hstc1.org/Adopt.   “Home for the
        2. Let Romantic LOVE be Your North Star.        more love.                                            “This special program gives  Holidays” program.
        Love comes in many forms—look for it everywhere--                                                  our shelter pets a chance to  Photos by Sarah Fisher
        because it is all around you. Enjoy all forms of love from  Xoxo - Kelly & Miranda                 spend the holidays out of the
        platonic to romantic to familial to self-love. The holiday                                         shelter kennels and in warm and loving homes,” said HSTC
        season is an ideal time to reconnect with those who matter  #LoveOffline     #MatchmakingRoyalty     #TellYourFriends         Communications Manager Sarah Fisher. “Ultimately, we hope
        most to you. Notice love. Notice your need for love.   #OneOnOneMatchmaking      #YouHaveArrived   this seasonal fostering program will help find permanent homes
                                                                                                           for our shelter pets. This is a great opportunity for a ‘test run’ with
        For singles, this is an excellent time to meet someone new.  Kelly Leary© has 33 years in the dating industry and a   your family and other pets to see if you can provide a forever
        There is a certain openness this time of year--only found  master’s degree in clinical psychology. She has also been
        in December--and especially at Revolution Dating which  written about in Modern Luxury Magazine Palm Beach   home for your foster.”
        happens to be the Corporate Headquarters of Love, est. 2014.  and Modern Luxury Manhattan, The Palm Beach      Fisher also encourages participants to introduce their fosters to
                                                        Post, PalmBeacher Magazine, Stuart News, Jupiter   their friends, family, and neighbors to help facilitate an adoption.
        3. End with the Lesson of JOY                   Magazine, and many more. Revolution Dating members      For those who choose to adopt the pet they foster, adoption
        Have you taken yourself or others too seriously this past  are pre-screened in person including background checks.   fees for dogs and cats over 1 year old will be waived, thanks to
        year? December highlights celebration, compassion, and  Professional photos are taken by the staff. Revolution   the generosity of Wilmington Trust. For all others, the adoption
        laughter--and that is all.                      Dating is NOT online dating or blind dating. In addition   fees are $175 for dogs under 1 year old; $75 for cats under 1 year
                                                        to providing matchmaking services that make singles   old; $25 for rabbits; and $10 for Guinea pigs and other critters.
        If you’re single, loosen up and elevate your mindset.  A  “UN-single” through their exclusive club memberships,      The HSTC prefers that participants provide food bowls,
        shared laugh can turn a good experience into a great one.  Kelly and her Team also provide feedback from your   bedding and toys for their foster pet but the shelter will assist if
        Create memories that linger long after the holidays.   dates when appropriate. Mock Dates are available by   needed. Any pets not adopted by their fosters or otherwise finding
                                                        request. Single Coaching Sessions and Evaluations are   a forever home during the program will need to be returned to
        Joy is the best feeling on Earth. It makes it all worthwhile.  also available by request for non-members or as an add-  the shelter by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, January 3, 2025.
        Could you use more joy in your life? Follow us for more...joy.  on to some memberships. *All inquiries are confidential
                                                        *Specializing in representing jet-setting clients with a      For more information, email customerservice@hstc1.org, call
        4. It is NEVER too late!                        second home in the North East. Call the main hotline   (772) 223-8822, or visit https://hstc1.org/Home-for-the-Holidays.
                                                                                                             Follow the HSTC on Facebook at https://www.facebook.

        Start at 40. Start at 70. Start in December. Start at 5:00pm.   at 561-630-9696 (XOXO) or scan the QR code below to
        Just start. Abundance isn’t just about material wealth; it’s a   hold your place in the club.      com/humanesocietyTC and Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/
                                                                                                           hstc1. For more information, visit https://www.hstc1.org or call
                                                                                                           (772) 223-8822.
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