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Peninsula Health Center: A public health hub for the community

WEBPeninsula Health Center staff, left to right, front: Linda Vincent, Audra Kennedy; back: Brenda Hill, Toni Chapman, Suzanne Burns, Tes La Dieu.

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Hampton Roads Eye Associates–Hidenwood: High tech, …

WEBLeft to right: Matthew Reed, Nadia Shockley, Robert Nochimson and Stephen Spellman in one of their examination rooms. (photo by Cathy Welch) “ W e provide personalized, compassionate care, which improves the quality of life of our patients in a comfortable, [unhurried] environment,” Dr. Stephen Spellman of Hampton Roads Eye …

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Biral S. Amin, M.D., MBA – Riverside Oncology: Together we are …

WEBBiral S. Amin, M.D., MBA, Oncology Service Line Chief, Riverside Health System in his office at Riverside Cancer Center. Photo by Cathy Welch

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EVMS, Jones Institute for Reproductive Medicine: Fulfilling dreams …

WEBKaren Eure Wilson is a mother, an evangelist, entrepreneur, print journalist, author, speaker and broadcast producer. She entered the world of journalism as a mass media major at Hampton University and honed those skills as a public affairs specialist at Fort Eustis and Langley AFB.

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Pointe Wellness Center: Working toward a holistic self

WEBAlice McAdory, e-RYT-500 and administrative support, leads a Gentle Yoga class. “ P ointe Wellness Center is based on the premise that focusing on the whole person — mind, body and spirit — is how true wellness is achieved. Our services align with this belief, and it is our mission to provide a space where clients can meet their full wellness …

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Newport News Pediatrics of Children’s Hospital of the King’s …

WEBNancy was a devoted writer and friend of Oyster Pointer for more than 25 years. She wrote more than 250 features during those years. She always said she met some fascinating people during her many interviews.

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Recovery Operations Center, City of Newport News: A …

WEBDaniel Baxter on the job (Photo by Anna Dorl) D own Atkinson Boulevard in Newport News, residents drive all the way to the end of the winding road to reach the front gates of an environmental essentiality. Right in their own backyard — hidden behind trees, hills, buildings and an overpass — is the Recovery Operations Center (ROC) of the City …

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Peninsula Agency on Aging: Helping people cope with aging

WEBWilliam Massey has been at the helm of the Peninsula Agency on Aging for 35 years. (Photo by Kelli Caplan) G rowing old is not easy. It’s a process that often requires a lot of attention, planning and care.

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The Vein Center of Virginia: Setting the standard for …

WEBDr. C. Scott McEnroe of the Vein Center of Virginia . A fter a career path that led to his commitment as a surgeon focused on building a strong veinous practice, Dr. C. Scott McEnroe, MD, FACS, is now medical director of The Vein Center of Virginia, with four offices in Newport News, Suffolk, Virginia Beach and Williamsburg.. Growing up on a …

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Dominion Pediatric Therapy & Associates: The friendly choice for

WEBCathy Welch is a Hampton Roads-based writer, photographer and book editor. She says her life is an eclectic mix of career and FAMILY. She earned our Bachelors degree in business administration at Christopher Newport University, minoring in Spanish.

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Lighthouse Direct Primary Care: The future of medicine

WEBDr. Tinsley and wife/RN/boss Mollie “ L ighthouse Direct Primary Care (Lighthouse DPC) is a concierge service and is the first one on the Virginia Peninsula. We are a monthly payment plan service which does not bill insurance,” says Dr. James Tinsley, who is the Lighthouse Direct Primary Care’s owner and physician.

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PT Now: Increased wellness, movement and freedom

WEBKaren Eure Wilson is a mother, an evangelist, entrepreneur, print journalist, author, speaker and broadcast producer. She entered the world of journalism as a mass media major at Hampton University and honed those skills as a public affairs specialist at Fort Eustis and Langley AFB.

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Adler Therapy Group (ATG): Therapy with a personal touch

WEBJosh Adler and the team of therapists at ATG help clients of all ages to meet their individual goals. T o create an experience for clients, patients or consumers requires attention to detail — details about what makes people feel welcome, details about how to build and maintain relationships, details about people’s wants, needs and desires, …

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Coastal Prosthetics and Orthotics: A practice focused on restoring

WEBSteve Siverd works on a prosthetic in his office. (Photo by Kelli Caplan) M aking people whole again. It’s what Steve Siverd has strived to do for the past 32 years. Siverd is president of Coastal Prosthetics and Orthotics. He works with adults and children who have lost limbs due to injury or disease or those who have conditions that require …

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Center for Hormone Health and Wellness: Where patients feel better

WEBDr. Clark reviews Pellet and Hormone Replacement Procedure with patient. (Courtesy of CFHHW) “ I t’s really fascinating to observe someone truly see his or her life change over a few weeks,” says Dr. Thomas Clark, owner of the Center for Hormone Health and Wellness. He expresses how rewarding it is to watch the quality of life …

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Kreative Milestones Behavioral Healthcare Services: Helping the

WEBCameo Harris, left, and Tina Washington are co-owners of Kreative Milestones. “ K reative Milestones Behavioral Healthcare Services, LLC (KMBHS) exists to assist emotional individuals, families and communities reach their full potential by fortifying their mental and physical being through exploring creative ways to face challenging …

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ivWatch, LLC: Improving Patient Safety with New Standard of Care

WEBGary Warren, president and CEO of ivWatch, in the company’s manufacturing space on the first floor. (Photo by Cathy Welch) G rowing up in rural Michigan, Gary Warren’s best entrepreneurial influence were his parents. “Mom and Dad opened a waterfront family restaurant when I was 11,” he says.

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Mother Earth Herbal Apothecary: Educating the region on holistic …

WEBJenneane William at Mother Earth Herbal Apothecary (Photo by Cathy Welch) I f you were asked to describe the diverse aspects of Newport News, what would you say? Would you mention military bases, firmly rooted locals and a thriving shipyard?

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Four Oaks Day Services and Training Center: Changing lives …

WEB2023 Pinwheels for Prevention Ceremony for Child Abuse Prevention Month. T he Four Oaks Day Services and Training Center is a facility within the Newport News Department of Human Services (NNDHS) that strives to encourage hope in the lives of those experiencing homelessness as well as to help struggling individuals transition …

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Peninsula Sports Club: Keeping your eye on the ball for 75 years

WEBSonny Seay, director of the Peninsula Sports Club, at a Milestone Night in January 2023. (Photo by Amy Jackson) S ports are, perhaps, one of the few things in life to which most can relate. Whether it’s a famous football movie like The Blind Side, a breathtaking play by a renowned athlete like Kobe Bryant or a self-made tennis legend …

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Zenya Yoga and Massage Studio: Balancing life – Oyster Pointer

WEBCortney Cunningham demonstrates tree pose in front of her studio wall that she created from reclaimed pallet wood. (Photo by Cathy Welch) Z enya Yoga and Massage Studio offers a relaxing escape from reality that feels new, special and different.. Cortney Cunningham, owner and founder of Zenya Yoga and Massage Studio, says she …

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Solsys Medical: Rising as the new wound care division of Misonix

WEBKaren Eure Wilson is a mother, an evangelist, entrepreneur, print journalist, author, speaker and broadcast producer. She entered the world of journalism as a mass media major at Hampton University and honed those skills as a public affairs specialist at Fort Eustis and Langley AFB.

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