Palms West Hospital Raises The Bar In Obstetrics
The new Hospitalist program at Palms West Hospital is raising the bar for obstetrics, providing the continuous presence of an obstetrician on site. “The Hospitalist is there until the patient’s physician arrives,” Director of Women’s Services Toni Ahern explained. “This is so important, especially with high-risk pregnancies.” By Deborah Welky
Dr. Bill Stechschulte Continues A Medical Tradition
36 Dr. William M. Stechschulte calls himself a product of his environment. The son of a doctor and a nurse, “Dr. Bill” grew up in Wellington. As a child, he tagged along on hospital rounds with his father, Dr. William J. Stechschulte. Today, he is upholding his family’s three generations of medical traditions. By Deborah Welky
The Merrell Family Is On A Mission To Help Others
The Merrell family has been part of the Wellington community since 1979 and has seen more than its fair share of tragedies. Today, however, the Merrells are using their experiences — and the lessons learned from them — to better their lives and those of others through Ultima Fitness and the Wellness Center at Ultima Fitness. By Julie Unger
Transform Your World Through The Study Of Yoga
Genevieve Rivera transformed her world by incorporating yoga into her life. Today, she is a licensed massage therapist and registered yoga teacher, sharing her passion with others to help them do the same. In this month’s Yoga Health feature, learn some basic yoga poses and find out if yoga is right for you.
Cyber Knife: An Amazing Cancer Fighting Treatment
The Cyber Knife robotic radiosurgery system — available at South Florida Radiation Oncology in Wellington — has been used to remove cancerous lesions for some time, but new, innovative procedures that have evolved from the technology continue to revolutionize cancer treatment. By Ron Bukley
This month, Wellington Table visits Edible Arrangements. For nearly a decade, the “fresh fruit fanatics” at the Edible Arrangements store in Wellington have been creating unique fresh fruit and berry arrangements for local residents celebrating occasions of all sorts, and the store is about to get a major upgrade. By Chris Felker
Wellington Home visits a large residence in Olympia’s Cooper Village neighborhood that features a light and airy design style. Part of the high-end Palazzo Collection, the home sits on a 10,000-square-foot lot. It features five bedrooms and four-and-a-half baths, offering plenty of space for family and guests. By Deborah Welky
Riding Is A Way Of Life For Future Equestrian Stars
Many young girls dream of having a pony, but for many in the equestrian world, horses and riding are a way of life. For Riley Ganzi, Farah Rizvi and Ella Bostwick, a life without horses is unimaginable. These talented young equestrians are hard-working and driven, taking aim at the top levels of their chosen sports.
Marti Hohmann Joins Her Love For Dressage & Dogs
Expert dog trainer Marti Hohmann found the perfect niche community in Wellington, where equestrians and dog lovers come together. This allows her to combine her passion for dog training with her love of dressage. She has also discovered a love for competitive dog obedience, and offers classes for dogs that must live around horses.
Posh Pet Hotel Caters To The Needs Of Pampered Pups
The new Posh Pet Hotel in West Palm Beach caters to pampered pets, offering a menu of services that puts many people-oriented hotels to shame. It’s the brainchild of Wellington resident Lincoln Baker, co-owner with his wife, Stacey. It is cage-free with more than 100 rooms, 65 TVs and a long list of extra sevices.