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Letter from the Editor | 4

Inbox | 5

Local Beat | 6

Snapshots | 8

Fitness | 18

Feature | 22

Health Directory | 33

Calendar | 40

Profile | 42

IN EVERY ISSUEfEatURESScout’s Honor | 6Four pediatric medical residents head up Norfolk’s Daisy Troop 396.

A New Flu Season | 10News about the H1N1 flu strain and the seasonal flu virus seems to change daily. Get updated with these solid facts about this year’s flu season.

Public Option 101 | 12Confused about health care reform? You're not alone.Locals offer their opinions on the public option.

Favorite Fitness Tools | 18 Personal Trainer Gayle Pinn reveals her three favorite pieces of fitness equipment and how to use them for a more dynamic workout.

Home for the Holidays | 30Why do we go home for the holidays? Is it for the merriment, or is it just plain masochism? Dr. Sally Hartsfield talks family dynamics and offers tips on surviving the annual family gathering.

What is Healthy Weight Loss? | 42Bariatric physician Dr. Lisa Harris of the Chase Wellness Center discusses the medical community’s changing views on obesity and divulges her passion for singing.

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every day I pause to remind myself of how fortunate Brian and I are to be surrounded by family and friends, whose love and

support guide us through this new phase of life known as parenthood. We’ve found comfort in a circle of fellow first-timers who, from the trenches, offer their advice and reassurance.

one such couple lives just three doors down from us. at first glance, our lives seem on a parallel track. Four busy, thirty-something professionals, all first-time parents with like interests. Jen and I learned last winter that we were both expecting. Coincidentally, we had been given the same due date. Last spring we both delivered healthy babies—they had a boy and we had a girl—two days apart.

But as far as our pregnancies go, the differences were more than just pink versus blue. Jen could pinpoint the exact day she conceived, while I had more of a “guesstimate.” I hid the scale; she kept a spreadsheet of her weight gain and charted the results on a graph. our nursery was ready by Christmas; until last month they had another family living in what is now the nursery. I carried pepper spray in my purse (to quell Brian’s anxiety), while Jen and her husband, on weekends, continued to help Newport News’ homeless through their church’s ministry. Jen asked guests to bring secondhand gifts to her baby shower, whereas I registered at a baby superstore for new, expensive items, many of which now seem superfluous.

other differences lay in our decisions about prenatal care. Jen chose a midwifery center; I chose an obstetrician. She took an active role in her care, seeking second opinions whenever possible and weighing the benefits and risks of every test or treatment. I didn’t follow up on one important test result—assuming all was clear—only to learn that I had been diagnosed with a common bacterium, one that’s harmless to adults but can pose serious risks to an infant during delivery. after arriving at the hospital in labor, I was ordered two doses of intravenous antibiotics right away and advised to stay one extra night for observation. (Following up on test results is just one wise practice that can prevent medical mishaps, as you’ll read in this month’s feature story on page 22.)

Jen also shopped around for the best price on prenatal care. Her consumer-driven health plan (also known as a health care savings account) rewards members for frugality. It provides, as she says, an incentive to conserve health care dollars, whereas many of us who have health insurance seldom question the cost unless it comes directly out of our pockets.

as our adventures in parenthood continue, Jen and I can laugh about our domestic differences—a pet rabbit roams her house; we have a German shepherd. They drive a compact car; our station wagon seats seven. But what keeps us coming back to each other’s door, besides the proximity, is the comfort we find in knowing we are on the same path, experiencing the joys, struggles and milestones, tiny and big, that each new day of parenting brings.

I’ve even taken a few cues from Jen’s modus vivendi, checking out consignment sales and yard sales for good baby buys. She reminds me of the importance of opening up our hearts, and our minds, and of not becoming consumed by “stuff.” Certainly when it comes to the important things in life, we both have more than enough.

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The Scoop on AntioxidantsThe october edition of The Health Journal was, in my opinion, the best so far. The information included [last] month [was] very timely. I would like to commend [features writer] Brenda Welch on her antioxidant piece that was extremely thorough and well thought-out. I am biased but would like to congratulate her on using a registered dietitian as a source. additionally, the color and layout were attractive. I look forward to future issues, and especially those with timely nutrition-related articles. Debra a. Indorato, R.D.,

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Recipe ContestI just read with great delight your article [Letter from the editor, oct. 2009] about family and recipes. as a grandparent of four wonderful little ones, I especially enjoyed your fond memories of your grandmother and her scrumptious Cranberry-apple Casserole. I’m looking forward to reading some of the recipes your readers send in. God Bless!

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Sentara Heart transplant Program Celebrates 20 Years of Excellenceon oct. 19, hundreds of transplant re-cipients gathered at Sentara Heart Hos-pital to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Sentara’s heart transplant program, which is consistently ranked among the nation’s best in U.S. News and World Report. Sentara Heart Hospital’s trans-plant program has transplanted hearts into 293 patients and follows more patients today than at any other time in its history.

Bariatric Program Expands to DePaul Medical CenterBon Secours Surgical Weight loss Cen-ter, established in 2003 at Maryview Medical Center in Portsmouth, has expanded its bariatric surgery program to Bon Secours dePaul Medical Center in norfolk. Bariatric and minimally in-vasive general surgeons gregory adams, M.d., and Elizabeth Salzberg, M.d., both of tidewater Surgical Specialists, will serve as lead surgeons. For more information about the program or to sign up for an educational seminar, call (757) 889-CarE.

New VP of Surgical Service Named at DePaul and MaryviewBon Secours Hampton roads has ap-pointed rebecca Maples as vice presi-dent of surgical service for dePaul and Maryview medical centers. Maples has over 30 years’ experience in health care.

SMG announces New Physicians Joining four area PracticesSentara Medical group welcomes the following new physicians to four of its local practices: dr. Shelagh gleeson has joined Sentara Pulmonary and Critical Care Specialists in norfolk; drs. andrew galbreath, Karen thomas and amelito Benedicto r. Malapira have joined Sen-tara neurology Specialists in Virginia Beach; dr. John B. Malcom has joined urology of Virginia’s Chesapeake office; and dr. tommy Sun has joined Family Medicine at Princess anne, located in Virginia Beach.

Bon Secours Names New Head of Oncology leeanne dalton has been promoted to administrative director of oncology services for Bon Secours Hampton roads. She previously directed oncol-ogy services at Maryview Medical Center and dePaul Medical Center.

“We were nervous,” says Dr. Gary Woods, recalling the first year

he and three other pediatric medical residents at Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters (CHKD)—Drs. Matt McCallister, Sarah Northrop and Kellease Williams—took the helm of Norfolk’s Daisy Troop 396, part of the Girl Scouts of the Colonial Coast. “on our first year, we weren’t sure what our job was, or what our roles would be, so we kind of went in shooting from the hip.”

Woods already knew that emergen-cy room duty is tough. But it was a roomful of healthy girls that really put him and fellow residents to the test. “They’re really smart,” he says. “You put a couple of five-year-old girls

together, and they’re pretty much a mastermind.”

Founded in 1912, the Girl Scouts of america offers scouting opportunities for girls grades kindergarten through 12, with a ranking system that goes like this: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadet, Senior and ambassador. Through field trips, skill-building clinics, craft and community service projects, cultural exchanges and environmental stew-ardships, scouting introduces girls to a character-building environment that offers them the tools for future success and reinforces their leadership skills, values, social conscience and convic-tion about their own potential.

So who better to lead these future leaders than members of our own medical community who are already

dedicated to nurturing, educating and healing society?

Woods and fellow resident Dr. Matt McCallister were recruited by CHKD infectious disease specialist Dr. Laura Sass (whose daughter is a Daisy Scout), who put out the word during inpatient rounds at the hospital that Troop 396 was in desperate need of volunteers.

“We were having trouble getting leaders,” says Sass. “I really didn’t think that anyone would be inter-ested. But Gary and Matt approached me the next day.”

Three out of the four residents who volunteered had no prior experience in scouting, and none were yet par-ents. Still, Sass knew the physicians were committed to children based on their career choices.

Scouting the Road to HealthFour pediatric residents learn valuable life lessons through their leadership roles with Norfolk’s Daisy Troop 396

When her daughter's girl Scout troop was in need of leadership, dr. laura Sass, center, recruited four residents from Children's Hospital of the King's daughters, where she is a pediatrician. drs. Matthew McCallister (left) and gary Woods (right), both graduates of Eastern Virginia Medical School, were among those who stepped up to the plate.

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“and the girls love them,” Sass says. “Including my daughter.”

Woods agrees that Scout leadership of a Daisy troop is a perfect volunteer job for pediatric residents. and not just because, as he jokes, “it gives me an excuse to play with glitter.”

Their volunteer work has given Woods and his fellow physicians a unique perspective: “These little girls have taught us a lot,” he says. “Many of the children we see in the hospital are sick, so you don’t get to see them when they’re in their own environ-ment, when they’re feeling well.”

according to Linda Minner, media and communications coordinator for the City of Virginia Beach and moth-er of a Girl Scout from another troop: “Scouting is wonderful for our youth. especially in the age of electron-ics, where television and comput-ers [often replace] basketball, roller skating and hiking.”

elizabeth Farry, community rela-

tions manager for the Girl Scout Coun-cil of the Colonial Coast (GSCCC), says Scouting is “truly beneficial to a young girl’s growth, both physically and emo-tionally.” She points to a 2006 report, “The New Normal: What Girls Say about Healthy Living,” released by the Girl Scout Research Institute, which reveals that as many as one-third of girls ages eight to 17 years have a distorted perception of their weight, and that 30 percent of normal-weight girls ages 16 to 17 try to lose weight. In response, GSCCC offers the “uniquely Me” program, which helps girls devel-op healthy body images, learn to han-dle peer pressure, and respect them-selves and others.

Physical exercise has always been an integral part of the Girl Scout expe-rience. every summer at Girl Scout camps held nationwide, girls can engage in challenging rope courses, swimming and boating activities as well as learn about nutrition. Sass

reports that the girls are given “activi-ties that move them—camping, exer-cise, walking to put out food-drive flyers—so much more than cookies!”

These programs empower the girls to live healthy lives, but Farry empha-sizes that Girl Scouts couldn’t do this without the “help and support of car-ing adult members,” and notes that “the positive influence of just one car-ing adult on a child will last a lifetime.”

Woods and his fellow troop leaders hope to recruit a few more Daisies this fall. “We don’t have a full troop yet,” he says. “We have eight girls, and 10 to 12 is what we’re looking for.”

until the troop fills up, Woods and colleagues are busy getting to know the girls and “teaching them some of the basics” such as the Girl Scout Promise and Law.

“a recent activity taught them about honesty and fairness,” says Woods. “But we also do fun, holiday-based things, like easter-egg hunts,

and Valentine’s Day crafts.”Lessons in sharing and service

encourage young girls to give back to their community. For example, a Virginia Beach Daisy troop is collect-ing flip-flops for wounded soldiers in area Va hospitals, and another local troop has decided to pick up litter at a nearby park. other troops choose to participate in food and clothing drives.

and of course, there are the cook-ies. Farry points out that this year’s Daisy troops, previously thought to be too young to sell Girl Scout cookies, are joining this time-honored tradition that now teaches communication skills and business planning to Girl Scouts of all levels.

as for Woods and his fellow volun-teers, working with Troop 396 has been a learning experience for them, too. Looking back on the past year, Woods says he has learned one important les-son: “I know it sounds cliché,” he says, “but expect the unexpected.”

for information on opportunities with the Girl Scouts of america, contact the Girl Scout Council

of the Colonial Coast at (757) 547-4405 or visit their

Web site at www.gsccc.org.

Clockwise from top left: Caitlin Cunnion and

Matthew McCallister; Sian Cunnion, Holly Horne and Kellease

Williams; gary Woods, Finley Connors and

Sarah Sass.

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on oct. 4, Sentara Healthcare and optima Health do-nated $100,000 to support the Jt Walk to Benefit alS

and grommet island Park, which will be the first handicapped-acces-sible beach park in the nation. the walk, held at the Virginia Beach oceanfront, was named after Josh thompson, a local resident who was stricken with alS, also known as “lou gehrig’s disease.” (1) team Carol Via Flynn gathers for a group shot. (2) a groundbreaking cer-emony was held for grommet island Park, on which completion is expected in Spring 2010. (3) an arial view of walkers on the Virginia Beach Boardwalk (Sentara Healthcare and optima Health employees wore yellow shirts).

ratoshia Coles, a teacher in Child development resources’ Early Head Start program, reads The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric

Carle to students during the oct. 8 national “read for the record” day, which promoted early childhood literacy by asking teachers across the country to read the same book to children. Cdr’s early literacy program, “1-2-3 rEad!” encourages children, families and caregivers to develop the foundation for a lifelong love of reading and provides training to professionals throughout Virginia.

last month, Susan Chrissley, director of Province Place of Maryview in Portsmouth (a Bon Secours assisted living facility),

accepted the d. a. “Woody” Brown Community involvement award from the Virginia Health Care association and Virginia Center for as-sisted living.

on oct. 22, over 500 people gathered at norfolk’s Wa-terside Marriott for the 14th annual l. d. Britt, M.d.,

Scholarship Fund dinner. the event raised $131,000 for the scholar-ship, which supports minority students at Eastern Virginia Medical School. this year’s Britt Scholar is Hampton roads native lia nicole Whatley. also at the event, three community leaders—Cathy lewis, host of “HearSay with Cathy lewis” on WHro; gary McCollum, se-nior vice president and general manager of Cox Communications; and rabbi Michael Panitz of temple israel in norfolk—received the schol-arship’s Community Service awards. (6) left to right: Keynote speaker rubens J. Pamies, M.d., scholarship recipient nicole Whatley and award winner Cathy lewis join dinner host l. d. Britt, M.d., M.P.H. (7) Pamies and Britt share an earnest conversation (8) Pamies and Britt chat briefly with norfolk Mayor Paul d. Fraim.

dr. lisa Marie Samaha and her team at Port Warwick dental arts (PWda) in newport news raised $6,000 for Children’s Hospital

of the King’s daughters (CHKd). they have chosen the Child abuse Program at CHKd as the recipient of their donation. artwork from the upper gallery, dr. Samaha’s art studio/gallery above her office, will also be donated to help decorate the child abuse treatment center. dr. lisa Marie Samaha (right) presents a check to Sharon Claassen of CHKd during PWda’s recent open House fundraiser for CHKd.

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In an effort to protect hospital patients from the spread of 2009 H1N1 and seasonal flu, 18 Hampton Roads hospitals will pro-hibit minors from entering their facilities unless the children re-

quire medical care. Limited exceptions may be made for expectant and new fathers under the age of 18 and children visiting patients who have a limited life expectancy. exceptions will be allowed at the discretion of a patient’s attending physician and hospital leadership. This visiting policy change will remain in effect during the regular flu season and so long as the prevalence of flu in the region is ex-traordinarily high.

This age restriction reflects the higher prevalence of 2009 H1N1 among children and adolescents, putting them at greater risk of car-rying the virus into health care settings. Medical evidence suggests infected individuals can transmit the virus as much as 24 hours be-fore displaying symptoms. The 2009 H1N1 virus began spreading throughout the region before seasonal flu cases typically arise. State Health Commissioner Karen Remley, M.D., responded to the new policy by saying: “I applaud this regional approach to community safety and infection prevention. every Virginian wants to maximize safety for hospitalized patients.”

any individuals displaying symptoms of influenza-like illness should not enter area hospitals. Symptoms of flu include: fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle aches, chills, and sometimes vomiting and diarrhea.

Hospital leaders say they understand the inconvenience this policy change may cause families. However, they ask the com-munity to understand the critical need to control the spread of the H1N1 flu virus.

Until further notice, the following Hampton Roads hospitals will not permit visitors under the age of 18 un-less special circumstances warrant an exception:

Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center

Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital

Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center

Chesapeake Regional Medical Center

Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth

Riverside Regional Medical Center

Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital

Riverside Tappahannock Hospital

Riverside Walter Reed Hospital

Sentara Bayside Hospital

Sentara CarePlex Hospital

Sentara Heart Hospital

Sentara Leigh Hospital

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

Sentara obici Hospital

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital

Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center

In Wake of Flu Scare, 18 area Hospitals enact Visiting Policy Change for Children2009 H1N1 flu virus continues to spread across nation and within region

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Sore throat, muscle aches, fever, coughs and sneezes. It’s flu season again, and while each year brings a variety of strains and flu out-

breaks, the prevalence of new H1N1 flu is making this year’s flu season even trickier—and more treach-erous—than usual.

Many people do not have immunities to the 2009 H1N1 “swine flu” virus, which has spread so fast that the World Health organization has declared it the first pandemic in almost 40 years. unlike most flu viruses, which peak in January and February, the H1N1 virus caused illness throughout the summer months (when flu viruses are rare) and is now run-ning rampant through our region.

It’s not too late to get vaccinated. Local health departments are offering free H1N1 vaccine clinics, though supplies wax and wane. The state is expecting additional shipments this month, but it is not clear how many of the estimated 6.8 million doses made available in the u.S. will be allocated to Hampton Roads. The CDC has designated Dec. 6–12 National Influenza Vaccination Week to emphasize the impor-tance of continuing flu vaccinations through the months of December and January.

as flu season progresses, review these general facts about the flu as well as specific recommenda-tions relating to the novel H1N1 strain:

1) What are the symptoms of the flu?Cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills

and fatigue are the most common flu symptoms.H1N1 Update—While diarrhea and vomiting

can be associated with the general flu, these symp-toms may be more common in individuals with the H1N1 flu virus.

2) Who is most at risk?anyone can get the flu. Traditionally, however,

infants, pregnant women, the elderly and those with underlying medical conditions are more at risk of serious complications or death.

H1N1 Update—This year’s H1N1 flu has been more prevalent than other flu types among five to 24-year-olds, making this population first in line (behind health care workers, some infants, and preg-nant women) to get the vaccine. unlike with the sea-sonal flu, those 65 and older are not considered high-risk. It is suspected that older individuals may have

developed some immunity to the H1N1 flu strain if they were alive during the 1950s swine flu outbreak.

3) Should I get vaccinated?each year the CDC recommends that seasonal flu

vaccines are the best way to protect against antici-pated flu strains.

H1N1 Update—The seasonal flu vaccine does not protect individuals against the H1N1 flu strain, so a second vaccine specific to the H1N1 flu has been developed and is being offered in clinics across the country. There are two forms of vaccine: a shot and a nasal mist. ask your doctor which form of the vaccine is right for you, as the mist is not recom-mended for everyone. Those who do get the H1N1 vaccine should remember that it takes two weeks to become effective.

4) What do I do if I get the flu?The seasonal flu can be treated with any one of

four antiviral medications. These prescription medi-cations are sometimes used to prevent the flu in cases where a high-risk individual has been in close contact with someone who has the flu. These drugs, if taken early, may lessen the symptoms associated with the flu or possibly prevent serious complications.

H1N1 Update—of the four antiviral medica-tions, only two appear to be effective against the H1N1 flu virus—oseltamivir (TaMIFLu®) and Zanamivir (ReLeNZa®). an antiviral should be administered within 48 hours of the first symptoms for maximum effectiveness.

5) How can I follow news about the flu?When serious flu outbreaks occur, local health

departments may issue warnings or recommenda-tions to the public. School districts may also inform parents of local outbreaks.

H1N1 Update—Due to the concerns about H1N1, websites have cropped up to publicize flu news and reported cases. For instance, the Department of Health and Human Services has set up www.flu.gov for this purpose.

Additional TipsProper hand-washing and vaccines may be a famil-

iar routine for preventing the flu, but this year extra caution is being taken to educate the public and

encourage preventative measures. People carrying the H1N1 virus may be contagious even before they show symptoms. Follow these tips to protect yourself and others from this year’s flu strains.

• Get a seasonal flu vaccine.Talk to your family doctor about the flu vaccine. Certain individuals, such as pregnant women, infants, the elderly and people with underlying medical problems, are more susceptible to seasonal flu and complications from it. The CDC recommends the seasonal flu vaccine as one of the best measures to help people stay healthy.

• Get an H1N1 flu vaccine.While the vaccine may be difficult to get in some areas, those at high risk for infection should get the vaccine as soon as possible. Call your health depart-ment, school district or family doctor for updates about when and where clinics are being held in your community.

• Remember hygiene. Hand-washing remains one of the most effective ways to prevent the spread of influenza. use soap and water to frequently wash your hands, or use hand sanitizers that contain at least 60 percent alcohol. Keep hands away from your eyes, mouth and nose and cover your mouth and nose with your arm when you sneeze.

• Stay home if you are sick.aside from a visit to the doctor, the CDC recom-mends that if you do get the flu, stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone (without the use of fever-reducing medicines) before returning to work, school or social gatherings.

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THE REFORM ISSUE

“i don’t want the government to run my life any more than [it does] now.”

—Cindy S., office administrator

“I am afraid of public-run health care [because it will come] between doctor and patient. I do

not see why the government cannot establish a framework of laws to increase competition in the

private insurance market..”—Joseph S., construction company president

“[My husband] and I both feel strongly in favor of a public option. After all, it’s only an option—folks will still have other choices. —Patty A., home health company director

“We have a free-market system now. Can the government do a better job

than the insurance industry? I don’t know. I fear the government will

become a middleman, creating too much red tape.”

—Jennifer I., NASA physicist

“the only people benefiting from the existing health care system are insurance companies and their stockholders. —Susan B., non-profit director

i believe that every person deserves the right to health care. —Kendra C., 2009 Virginia tech graduate, currently unemployed

“i think the public option is a distraction from the goal of insuring everyone so that there are fewer “free riders” in the health care system. the entire payment structure for health care is based on an inflated set of charges for goods and services that are intended to cover the costs of those who do not pay, and those who do not pay enough to cover their costs.” —Peter M., health care attorney

understanding the Public option

The public option—what is it?The public option, more recently dubbed

the “consumer option,” refers to a government-run health insurance program that would be made available to those not already insured through an employer-sponsored health plan or Medicaid. Those who support a public option argue it would increase competition among pri-vate insurers (who are currently exempt from anti-trust laws) and drive costs down, while opponents say it would drive insurers out of business.

Where does it stand in the House and Senate?

The public option will be at the heart of the Senate and House debates. at press time, the House had merged several preliminary bills into one and expected it to reach the chamber’s floor for debate by the first week of this month. The Senate was to go through the same process with its bill (see box at right). after each bill is debat-ed on its respective floor—a process that could result in a Republican filibuster, a tactic used to kill legislation via unlimited debate—each chamber must vote on its bill. If each chamber passes a bill, both versions will be reconciled into one comprehensive bill and then sent back to each chamber for final vote before the bill is placed on the president’s desk.

What is the “trigger”?Some lawmakers (including Republican

Senator olympia Snowe of Maine, whose vote against party lines allowed a reform bill to pass through the Senate Finance Committee) support a “trigger,” or a clause in legislation that would activate the public option only if the insurance market fails to regulate itself. Democrats say a trigger would only delay or kill real reform; Republicans believe a public option would only pave the way for a single-payer system, or a big-government takeover.

How will the public option be funded?The devil is in the details. President obama

expects any health reform legislation to provide access to care for a majority of the currently 46.3 million uninsured americans (including

one million Virginians) and help them pay for it via government subsidies. The caveat? The proposed legislation must not cost more than $900 billion upfront, remain budget-neutral (i.e., not add to the federal budget deficit) after 10 years and not further tax the middle class. The proposed cost-saving and revenue-gener-ating practices such as taxing top-tier health plans, increasing efficiencies, and establishing malpractice caps (i.e., tort reform) will only offset so much of the cost of insuring millions. Some lawmakers note that the $894-billion price tag on the House’s current bill hinges on an esti-mated 21 percent cut (due in 2010) to already-too-low Medicare reimbursements to physicians, which in some parts of the country are forcing physicians to limit new Medicare patients. The american Medical association is asking Congress to postpone these cuts yet another year, but a motion to end the cuts is an entirely unique bill outside of the scope of reform.

This month both the House and Senate will debate individual versions of sweep-

ing health care reform legislation aimed at reducing costs, expanding coverage for

Americans and regulating the private insurance market. President Barack Obama,

who has made health reform his number-one domestic priority, has set a year-

end deadline for enacting a bill. Here, The Health Journal provides a brief guide to

understanding a pivotal piece of the puzzle—the public option.

A tale of two billsHouse—The current bill would offer coverage to 36 million american citizens by 2019 and reduce the

budget deficit in 10 years. It would require the government to negotiate payment rates with care providers and all but the smallest companies to offer health benefits. Private insurers would not be allowed to deny or quit coverage based on pre-existing health conditions. The bill calls for an insurance mandate, meaning all citizens would be required to obtain coverage either through their employer or independently.

Senate—a bill is still under development and has been sent to the Congressional Budget office for a cost estimate before it hits the Senate floor. The original bill introduced by the Senate Finance Committee (i.e., the “Baucus Bill,” named for committee leader Max Baucus, [D-Mont.]) lacked a public option, but recently Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) included it in the final version, but states may have the ability to “opt out.” The final bill may call for an individual mandate, similar to how people are required to purchase car insurance or face a penalty.

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You may have heard the oft-quoted statistic that autism af-fects one in 150 children in the

united States. Turns out it’s more like one in 91 overall—and about one in 58 boys, according to new figures.

That’s an estimated 673,000 u.S. children—or approximately one per-cent of all u.S. kids, researchers from the u.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in atlanta and Harvard Medical School in Boston report in the journal Pediatrics.

Bob Wright, co-founder of the au-tism advocacy group autism Speaks, told Reuters Health he’s not at all sur-prised by the new figures. “We’ve been screaming about the numbers going up; now there is a relatively complete recognition of it.”

“The statistical aspect of autism is just staggering,” he said, and not enough is being done about it. “If we had one in 58 boys getting swine flu, the country would be crazy.”

autism is a brain disorder character-ized by problems with social interaction, repetitive behavior and other symptoms. People with a mild version called asperg-

er’s syndrome usually function relatively well in society, although they have prob-lems relating to others. People with the most extreme symptoms may be unable to speak and may also suffer severe men-tal illness and retardation.

No one knows what causes autism—it’s generally thought to have genetic and environmental triggers—and there is currently no good treatment.

autism is “an urgent public health concern,” Dr. Ileana arias, deputy direc-tor of CDC, told reporters on a confer-ence call before the data was released to the public in october. The new data, she said, “confirm that a concerted effort and a substantial national response is warranted in addressing the issue.”

on Sept. 30, President Barack obama promised a large infusion of funds into autism research, as part of plans to spend $5 billion on medical and scien-tific research, medical supplies and up-grading laboratory capacity.

The new figures on autism cases stem from a 2007 telephone survey conducted jointly by the Health Resources and Ser-vices administration (HRSa) and CDC.

More than 78,000 parents of children between the ages of three and 17 were asked whether they had ever been told

by a health care provider that their child had autism, asperger’s syndrome, or an-other “autism spectrum disorder” (aSD).

Based on these parent reports, the prevalence of aSD in 2007 was one in 91. The new estimates are far higher than previous estimates of one in 150.

“We are extremely concerned about the apparent increase,” Dr. arias said, but she urged caution in interpreting it. “unfortunately, the information that we currently have doesn’t allow us to give a true account of whether the apparent increase is an actual increase or the result of changes in the way we describe or diagnose aSD,” she explained.

More inclusive survey questions, increased public awareness, and improved screening and diagnosis of autism are all possible rea-sons for the higher num-bers, Dr. Michael D. Kogan of HRSa and colleagues report in Pediatrics. They also report that boys were much more likely than girls to have autism, which has been shown previously, and white children were more likely than black children or multiracial children to have the disorder.

Half of the parents polled who had children with autism described their child’s condition as mild. another third described their child’s condition as moderate, and the remaining parents described it as severe.

approximately 38 percent of chil-dren seemed to have “lost” their autism —their parents said they had once been told that their child had an autistic dis-

order but that their child did not cur-rently have the condition. It’s possible, the researchers say, that autism was initially suspected but subsequently ruled out and never truly diagnosed. The high rate of “lost” cases of autism among very young children (ages 3 to 5) supports this theory.

It’s also possible that some children with developmental issues and learn-ing disabilities may have been initially diagnosed with autism to help the fam-

ily qualify for special education and other services.

Children who had “lost” their autism were more likely to be diagnosed with other developmental or mental health conditions, such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, anxiety prob-lems or behavioral issues.

“We are hopeful,” arias said, “that the new data will raise awareness about [autism], will help improve early iden-tification and intervention, will pro-vide information for policy and service planning, and most importantly, help us meet the growing needs of individ-ual families and communities who are affected by autism and other develop-mental disorders.”

Study Indicates More Kids Have autism than once ThoughtWritten By MeGan BrOOkSnEW YorK (rEutErS HEaltH)

after studying genetic markers in more than 1,000 families, researchers at Massachusetts general Hospital have discov-ered several dna variations that may be linked to autism, including those affecting chromosomes 6 and 20. they expect to find a long list of genes involved in the development of autism spectrum disorder.

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1. HOW TO ENTER: Contest ends on Nov. 25, 2009. To enter, e-mail or mail your recipe, and if possible, a photograph of the recipe fully prepared. Please include your full name, address, telephone number and valid e-mail address. E-mail your recipe to info@thehealthjournals. com or send via mail to The Health Journal, 4808 Courthouse Street, Suite 204, Williamsburg, VA 23188.

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4. JudgiNg: The winner of the contest will be determined by judging all the entrants’ submissions based on the following criteria: healthfulness, originality, presentation and personal story. The Health Journal editors and nutrition experts will judge recipes. One grand Prize winner will be selected.

5. PRizES: The grand Prize winner will receive $100 and will be featured in the december issue of The Health Journal. All prizes will be awarded in full. Staff members and their relatives are not eligible.

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If you are one of the seven million americans on a Medicare advantage (Ma) plan, it’s time to pre-pare for the coming enrollment season, which

will last from Nov. 15 through Dec. 31. Medicare advantage plans are health plan op-

tions offered by private insurance companies and approved by Medi-care. Medicare itself is government-regulated health insurance for people age 65 or older, those under age 65 with certain disabilities and anyone with end-stage renal disease (perma-nent kidney failure re-quiring dialysis or a kidney transplant). Most people automatically receive Medicare benefits upon turn-ing 65; forty-three million americans are now on Medicare.

Medicare advantage (Ma) plans often offer all the coverage of original Medicare and more, with value-added benefits such as vision, hearing, fitness and/or health and wellness programs. Many Ma plans offer lower copayments and cover additional benefits and services not covered by original Medicare. addition-ally, some plans include prescription drug coverage.

Being familiar with your Ma plan helps you maxi-mize your benefits. each year, the six weeks between

Nov. 15 and Dec. 31 comprise Medicare’s annual enrollment Period. This is the time of year when se-niors can elect to stay with their existing Ma plan or enroll with another plan. In addition to this enroll-ment period, there are other opportunities through-

out the year (such as initial enrollment, when a person turns 65; or various other opportu-nities) in which you can join, switch or drop an Ma plan. Savvy Ma plan shoppers should care-fully consider their own situation and needs as well as know the rules of the Ma system. once

you’re enrolled, your coverage begins on Jan. 1 of the following year. The Ma annual enrollment Period is a six-week period in which you must make a decision that will ultimately affect you the entire following year.

So, how do you evaluate an Ma plan? There are five key areas to consider. First is the monthly premium. Many Ma plans require low premiums or none at all, but remember, premium isn’t everything. You want value for your dollar. Second is the network of physi-cians and hospitals. Does the plan offer a strong net-work of providers? are the doctors you need in the health plan’s network? Third is the cost for a physi-

cian visit or other medical services. What will your out-of-pocket expenses be each month? Can you af-ford these costs? Fourth is pharmacy coverage. If you are looking for an Ma plan with this coverage, what drugs are covered that you currently take? Make sure you’re getting the coverage that you need. and finally, the fifth area to consider is the wellness and preventive services programs that an Ma plan offers. These value-added benefits can really add up. Does the plan offer immunizations, such as flu and pneu-monia shots, annual physicals, mammogram and prostate exams, discounts on health clubs and gyms, etc.? These added benefits can truly be a deal breaker as you evaluate various plans.

ultimately, selecting an Ma plan is a personal choice that should be made with careful consider-ation. always work with reputable agents with estab-lished insurance companies to ensure you don’t get duped. They will help you understand all the choices available to you and help you pick the choice that best fits your needs.

Kathy McVey is the manager of Medicare sales at Optima Health, a Virginia-based health plan with more than 415,000 members, na-tionally-recognized for its quality, service and innovative programs.

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The “Masquerade Ball,” a fundraiser for the Hospice alliance of Hampton Roads—a local non-profit that advocates for and

provides assistance to hospice patients and their families—will be held on Sat., Jan. 23, from 6 p.m. to midnight, at the Waterside Marriott. “The Michael Clark Band” (featuring Tracy Clark) will provide live music and guests will be treated to a multitude of food and beverage choices, live and silent auctions, and more. For more information, contact Debra Price at (757) 217-7412.

Hospice is a special approach to care which combines medical expertise and compassion for those with a terminal illness. Paid for in full by Medicare, hospice care focuses on quality of life, comfort and symptom management.

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FITNESS

Favorite Fitness ToolsWritten By Gayle Pinn PhOtOGraPhy By Brian M. freer

The following fitness tools are some of my personal favorites because they are effective, versatile and easy to use. These items are generally available for use at your local fitness facility or can be purchased at a sporting goods store. Try the exercises below for a more dynamic workout.

Medicine Ball A medicine ball is a weighted ball usually made of leather, rubber or vinyl and filled with either gel or sand. These balls range in weight from two to 25 lbs. Athletes use medicine balls to achieve higher fitness levels, and you can use them in your strength-training program, too. These simple tools can help increase your range of motion while improving your core strength and coordination. An added bonus is that you can use them with a workout partner.

try this move: explosive throw-downs This move can be performed while kneeling, seated or standing. Choose a ball that’s about eight to 12 lbs. and filled with gel (so it’ll bounce). Hold the medicine ball in both hands above your head and then throw the ball downwards using as much force as you can, contracting your abdominals continuously. Catch the ball as it bounces back and repeat. Or, if working with a partner, allow him or her to catch the ball, and repeat the exercise. Perform about 15 to 20 reps or until fatigued.

Body Bar A body bar is a long metal bar covered in rubber; they come in various weights from three to 36 lbs. Using the body bar allows you to perform traditional barbell exercises such as the chest press and bicep curl. Personal trainers may also use body bars vertically (like a hiking stick) to aid people who have difficulty balancing while squatting or lunging. Body bars can also be used in group fitness classes because they are versatile and come in a wide range of weights.

try this move: One-legged lungeUse the body bar vertically like a hiking stick by placing one end of the bar on the ground and then grasping the other end. Then, with your right foot on the floor and the left foot behind you on a bench, bend your right knee and lower your body toward the floor. All of your body weight should be pressed into your right heel. Keep your right knee over your right ankle (i.e., don’t let the knee extend beyond your toes). Return to starting position. Perform 10 to 15 repetitions on each leg.

BOSU Personal trainers and physical therapists use the BOSU as a balance-training tool. It resembles a large plastic ball cut in half. Both sides can be used for exercise, but the easiest and most versatile side is the one that looks like a half-ball. Take most any typical exercise—such as bicep curls or bicycle abs—and either sit or stand on the BOSU and voila—you’ve got a core-challenging exercise. When you’re standing on an unstable surface, your core muscles must continuously contract to maintain your balance. This is a great fitness tool if your goal is to improve your balance, strengthen your core or just add a new and interesting element to your training. You can use one or even two BOSUs at a time (e.g., place one foot on each BOSU) depending on the exercise.

try this move: Balance squat and jumpsPlace each foot squarely on top of a BOSU and squat as if you were on level ground. Perform 15 to 20 reps or until fatigued. Once you have mastered the squat, try jumping. Start in a squatting position and jump as high as you feel comfortable before landing back in a squat. Work up to jumping a few inches off each BOSU. If you lose your balance at any time, just step back on the BOSUs and try again. Perform 10 to 20 jumps or until fatigued.

Gayle Pinn is the owner of Results Personal Training Studio. She’s a certified personal trainer and spinning instructor with 12 years of experience in the fitness industry. She specializes in one-on-one personal training for all fitness levels. She can be reached at [email protected].

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eating certain kinds of fats may ac-tually help obese women with dia-betes trim some body fat, a small

study suggests.The study, of 35 older women with

type 2 diabetes, found that supplements containing two types of fats—conjugated linoleic acid (CLa) or safflower oil—led to healthy changes in body composition over four months.

With CLa, the women saw a dip in body mass index (BMI)—a measure of weight in relation to height—and in their total level of body fat.

With safflower oil, the women’s BMI did not change, but they typically shed a couple pounds of fat from the trunk area; they also showed improvements in their blood sugar levels, which signals better diabetes control.

CLa is an unsaturated fatty acid found in beef, lamb and dairy products. animal research has found that CLa can help melt away body fat, and some studies have suggested the same may hold true in humans.

Safflower oil is rich in omega-6 polyunsaturated fats, but exactly how it might affect body fat and blood sugar is unknown, says Dr. Martha Belury, an author of the study and a professor of nutrition at ohio State university in Columbus.

She explained that she and her colleagues were simply using safflower oil as a comparison substance to gauge the effects of CLa. The former, it turned out, had its own unique benefits.

It is too soon to recommend that overweight women with diabetes buy CLa or safflower oil supplements. But they can try to fit more polyunsaturated fats into their diet, Belury told Reuters Health. “Don’t get rid of the healthy fats in your diet when you get rid of the bad ones,” she advises.

The study, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, included

35 obese women with an average age of 60. each took either eight grams of the safflower oil supplement or eight grams of the CLa supplement every day for 16 weeks; after a one-month break, the women then switched to the other supplement.

overall, Belury’s team found, the women showed a small decline in BMI and shed a couple pounds of body fat while on CLa. There was no change in their blood sugar levels or muscle mass.

In contrast, while on safflower oil, the women lost body fat in the trunk

area and gained some muscle mass, while their blood sugar levels showed a general decline.

“These fats seem to work very differently from each other,” Belury said.

More research is needed to understand why that is, according to the researchers. Studies suggest that CLa affects enzymes involved in body-fat storage, which may explain its benefits for body composition—but its potential effects on diabetes are unclear. The supplement did not affect blood-sugar control in this study, and a previous study of diabetic adults found that CLa actually raised blood-sugar levels.

For now, Belury recommended that people try to work polyunsaturated oils into their diets—eating salads with oil-and-vinegar dressing, for instance, or cooking vegetables with the oils instead of butter.

She noted that the amount of safflower oil used in this study was equivalent to just under two teaspoons a day, which is easy to get through food. a number of other oils, like sunflower and corn oils, are also high in omega-6 polyunsaturated fats.

on the other hand, the amount of CLa used in the study would be tough to get through the diet. a liter of full-fat milk, for example, contains only about one gram of CLa.

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The holiday season, ever inch-ing its way closer, is a time of celebration that leads many to

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But joining in on the celebration doesn’t have to spell dietary disaster. If you can’t resist Mom’s Famous Pump-kin Pie or uncle Pete’s Spiced eggnog, you can stop the scale from budging by upping the exercise ante. Here are a few favorite holiday treats matched with how much of a particular exercise it would take to offset the calories you’d consume. The following calculations are based on an individual weighing 150 pounds.

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Here’s a scary statistic: Preventable medical errors occur roughly 15 million times a year, according to

the Institute for Healthcare Improvement. That includes mistakes with prescription medications and in doctors’ offices and hospitals, which can range from minor to deadly.

Luckily, doctors say patients have more control over their safety than they might think. People who educate themselves on the medicines, tests and procedures they need—and ask lots of questions—do better than passive types. “Most doctors appreciate patients who take some responsibility for keeping up with their own health care,” says Dr. Jim Schmidt, a pediatric emergency specialist in Norfolk.

Here are five major mix-ups that occur, and some steps patients can take to protect themselves:

1. MiSSinG teSt reSultSThe results of screening and laboratory

tests don’t always make it to patients. a Weill Cornell Medical College study published earlier this year found that about seven percent of abnormal results never get to patients in primary care practices. Paperwork may get lost in busy labs and offices or mistakenly filed before a doctor sees it. Medical practices also may not have systems to record which patients have gotten their results.

Patients should never assume “no news is good news” but should always call to check, Schmidt urges. “until medicine progresses to a more integrated medical record [system], a system of many stand-alone symptoms makes following results a real challenge,” he says. “I recommend that each patient clearly ask their doctor how or if they should expect to get their results. Patients should not make assumptions but instead ask their doctor after each test if they are uncertain about how results will be shared. In some medical systems, no news is good news; in others, no news means a potential oversight. Some systems ask patients to call for results; others will send them automatically.”

2. PreSCriPtiOn DruG errOrSMore than 3,000 medications have

similar names to other drugs on the market, according to a 2008 report by u.S. Pharmacopeia, a nonprofit that promotes patient safety. There’s Klonopin for seizures and Clonidine for high blood pressure, for example, and Zyrtec for allergies and Zantac for acid reflux. errors can stem from a doctor’s bad handwriting,

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Medical Mix-Upsand how to avoid them


a busy pharmacist grabbing the wrong pills or a patient mispronouncing a needed medication.

Patients should know how to say and spell the name of a drug they’ve been prescribed, as well as the dosage and the reason they’re taking it. They also can talk to a pharmacist when picking up a medication, says Dave Merryfield, director of clinical pharmacy programs for Sentara Healthcare. “Sometimes consumers feel like they’re in too big a hurry,” Merryfield says. “But there’s real value in those conversations, and a lot of mistakes can be caught during them.” It’s also wise for the doctor

to write what a medication is for on a prescription—“for arthritis,” next to Celebrex, say—and for the consumer to ask questions if a refilled medication looks different. “It may simply be a new generic product,” Merryfield notes, “but it’s always smart to check.”

3. neGatiVe DruG interaCtiOnS every medication has the potential to do harm in

combination with another drug, whether by reducing effectiveness or doing dangerous damage. The blood thinner Coumadin, taken with certain over-the-counter painkillers such as aleve and Motrin, for example, can lead to serious gastrointestinal bleeding. Patients need to make sure their pharmacist and all of their doctors have a written list of every medication they take, Merryfield says—not just prescriptions but also over-the-counter pills, vitamins, supplements and herbals.

Filling prescriptions at a single pharmacy helps, Merryfield adds. Pharmacies keep detailed records on each customer and can double-check for potential interactions. “If you go to too many places, sometimes the right hand may not know what the left hand is doing,” he warns. Patients also should read labels carefully to learn about proper dosing, common side effects and instructions on when and how to take a medicine, including the time of day and whether to take it with or without food.

4. in-hOSPital errOrSPreventable infections and medication mistakes are

two of the biggest concerns for hospitalized patients. electronic medical records and bar-coded bracelets—which caregivers must match with medications—are making a big difference, but patients still need to be assertive, says Dr. Gene Burke, vice president and executive medical director for clinical effectiveness at Sentara Healthcare. That includes asking doctors, nurses and visitors if they’ve washed their hands and questioning medications and tests not discussed previously with a doctor. “Don’t feel in the least bit timid,” Burke advises. “a responsible caregiver won’t take it as insulting. They will welcome having a partner in the process.”

Patients and family members also should repeat back instructions from doctors and medical staff to ensure they’re clearly understood. In addition, patients should know the basics of how medical monitors work and, if they have a catheter, intravenous line or ventilator, have a daily conversation with a doctor about the need for that device. Catheters, IVs and ventilators raise the risk of, respectively, urinary tract infections, bloodstream infections and pneumonia. Patients with an IV in their hand or arm should expect to have it changed every two or three days, Burke adds, and catheter bags should never be raised above a patient’s bladder (otherwise, urine can run back

into the body). “For a long time, these infections were taken as a cost of doing business,” he says. “Now we see that if we create an atmosphere of awareness and accountability, most of them are preventable.”

5. SurGiCal errOrSPatients who know their medical history—

medications, allergies and previous surgeries—are great allies for surgeons, says Dr. Marshall Cross, a general surgeon with Riverside Medical Group. He recommends that everyone keep a card with a detailed, up-to-date history in their wallet. “Somebody might say to me, ‘I don’t know, they worked on my stomach,’ ” Cross says. “That could mean so many things. If I’m going back into that abdominal area, [the patient’s accurate knowledge of previous surgeries] could make a difference as to how I approach it.” Similarly, a patient who doesn’t report a history of heart problems is more likely to get into trouble during surgery.

Following preoperative instructions is crucial to avoiding surgical problems. and if an operation is on a body part of which there’s more than one, such as an arm or leg, patients should be awake and aware to ensure the surgeon marks the correct body part with a permanent marker. Patients also can ask if there’s a “time-out” procedure once they’re on the operating table—a moment when the operating team pauses to confirm they have the right patient and are about to do the right procedure. “If patients aren’t sure about what’s going to happen,” Cross says, “absolutely they should ask questions.”

Where MeDiCal errOrS Can haPPen• Hospitals and clinics• outpatient surgery centers• Your doctor’s office• nursing homes• Pharmacies• laboratories• at home

Keep a list of current medications (including over-the-counter meds) and any dietary or herbal supplements (including the dosage of each) and share it with your physician.

Never take a medication without first discussing with your provider the possible side effects (including allergic reactions) or interactions with other medications, food or alcohol. Know the name of each medication prescribed and its intended effect.

Pay attention to warning signs on the labels of prescription and over-the-counter medications.

To reduce pharmacy error, make sure your doctor’s handwriting is legible on any written prescription.

Research the hospital or clinic where you’ll be having a procedure performed and compare its quality of service to other facilities in your area. Visit the facility ahead of time. If having surgery, request to have the surgical site marked on your body with permanent marker.

Appoint a family member or friend to serve as your advocate if you are hospitalized. He or she can take notes, ask questions and alert the staff quickly if you have a reaction to a medication.

Follow up on test results; don’t assume that no news is good news.

Have a solid understanding of any medical conditions you may have as well as of any procedure you may be having.

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I buy store-brand hair conditioner in bulk sizes, preferably in a rich, moisturizing formula—I like Kirkland’s brand, available in a two-pack at Costco—and use it in place of shaving cream. This keeps my skin hydrated—especially my legs, which are prone to dryness—eliminating the need for lotion, even in winter months. Plus, a large bottle of conditioner lasts for several months, while a can of shaving

cream is empty after a few uses.

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I used to buy a $50 organic shea butter body lotion from L’occitane. I would use it throughout the cold winter months for dry skin and after sun exposure in the summer. I wanted to stick with organics to avoid harmful chemicals such as

polyethylene glycol and petrolatum, two common ingredients in most store-bought brands, but I wanted to find a less expensive option.

I began purchasing shea butter and cocoa butter in bulk online, along with essential oils and vitamin e capsules from a local health store, and started making my own lotion. Here’s how: I melt equal parts of shea and cocoa butter in the microwave, puncture two vitamin e capsules and add a few drops of an essential oil (lavender is good for eczema). This recipe also doubles as an overnight deep conditioning treatment for dry, damaged hair.

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I have super-sensitive eyes; if a certain eye makeup irritates them, they water profusely. I always used Christian Dior’s Dior Show mascara, but the $25 price tag became too much. I discovered that Cover Girl’s new line of Lash Blast mascara is identical to my pricey favorite—and at only $6 a pop, my wallet is much happier (so is my husband). Come to find out, Lash Blast is hypoallergenic and suitable for contact lenses. I’m sold.

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These days my purchasing is guided as much by the environment as by the recession, and so when I’m buying cosmetics or other personal hygiene items, I try to read ingredient labels carefully and buy more natural products (such as Burt’s Bees face creams). Some organic products can be a bit

expensive, but on the flip side, when I consider the potentially harmful effects of various synthetic products (such as nail polish), it’s easier than ever to decide I can do without them, which helps to save money. Now seems like a better time than ever to go with a natural approach, minimizing cosmetic purchases and instead, trying other strategies to look my best, like maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly, managing stress, and getting enough rest.

Beauty and the BudgetThe Health Journal’s female staffers and editors share their best recession-friendly health and beauty tips.

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Nearly all of us have the occa-sional headache, but most of us believe we can handle them. We take an over-the-counter pain medication and before we know it, the headache disappears. as universal as headaches are, though, the symptoms are more complicated and unique than you might realize.

What hurts when you have a head-ache? The bones of the skull and tis-sues of the brain don’t because they lack pain-sensitive nerve fibers. Sever-al areas of the head can hurt, however, including the network of nerves that extend over the scalp as well as certain nerves in the face, mouth and throat. also sensitive to pain, because they contain delicate nerve fibers, are the muscles of the head and neck as well as

blood vessels found along the surface and at the base of the brain.

types of headachesHeadache types range from tension

headaches to early symptoms of seri-ous neurological conditions:

• Episodic tension-type headaches occur randomly and are often the result of temporary stress, anxiety, fatigue or anger. They can resemble vice-like aches in your temples, head and neck.

• Chronic tension headaches are those that occur just about every day. The frequency of this type of headache distinguishes it from the episodic one, though each will send you in search of aspirin or other non-prescription med-ications. a long walk, a good night’s sleep and relaxation methods may also bring relief.

• Migraine headaches cause bio-chemical changes in the brain, prompt-ing blood flow to shift and thus triggering pain signals within the head and neck. This prevalent headache disorder has a substantial impact on the individual, the family and society. It can put your life on

hold for a few hours to several days. In the united States, the annual di-

rect cost of treating mi-graine is estimated at more than $1 billion, and the indirect costs are even greater—including the ag-gregate effects of migraine on productivity at work, at home and in other roles. The total cost of lost pro-

duction time in the u.S. workforce due to migraine is $20 billion per year.

Women experience migraine at least three times more often than men, suggesting hormones are in-volved. Since migraine is most preva-lent in women 25 to 55 years of age, the condition can disrupt family life, including relationships with spouses, children and friends.

• Cluster headaches are a rare form of headache notable for their extreme pain and pattern of occurring in “clus-ters,” usually at the same time or times of day for several weeks. Their onset is swift, usually accompanied by excruci-ating pain on one side of the head, of-ten behind or around the eye. The pain usually peaks over a period of five to 10 minutes and continues at the same in-tensity for up to an hour or two before disappearing. Most affected individuals experience one to three episodes a day and two cluster periods a year separated by symptom-free periods. Cluster head-aches usually occur during spring and/or autumn and thus are often incorrect-ly associated with allergies.

More than just a headache?a sudden, severe headache with no

known cause can be an early sign or symptom of stroke. Mild to moderate headaches are associated with tran-sient ischemic attacks (TIas), some-times called “mini-stroke,” which re-sult from a temporary lack of blood supply to the brain. (Symptoms may include temporary weakness, tingling, numbness or paralysis on one side of the body and or impaired speech, vi-sion, cognition or walking.) The head pain occurs near the clot or lesion that is blocking blood flow. Careful man-agement of stroke risks—such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes—through diet, exercise and medication can prevent many stroke-related headaches.

Headaches caused by hunger or occasional muscle tension are easily remedied. But like other types of pain, a headache may signal a more seri-ous underlying disorder. Seek medical care if:

• The headache is severe and unlike any other headache you’ve had;

• The headache is sudden, severe and accompanied by fever or con-vulsion;

• You feel confused or lose con-sciousness;

• The headache produces pain in the eyes and ears;

• You feel a persistent headache yet have no history of headaches. HJ

I get frequent, painful headaches.

How do I know if they are migraines?

If you think you or someone around you is having a stroke, act f.a.S.t:

faCE: ask the person to smile. does one side of the face droop?

aRMS: ask the person to raise both arms. does one arm drift downward?

SPEECH: ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. are the words slurred? Can he/she repeat the sentence correctly?

tIME: if the person shows any of these symptoms, time is important. Call 911 or get to the hospital fast. Brain cells are dying.

SourCE: national StroKE aSSoCiation

Cluster headaches, which are more prevalent in the spring and fall, can be mistaken for seasonal allergies.

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Why do we leave our homes, our jobs and our friends to spend money and time on an ex-hausting trip, sometimes hundreds of miles, to spend a day or so in a town where we may

not have lived for 20 or more years? College students, obvi-ously, go home for Thanksgiving and Christmas to eat, sleep and get their laundry done. But what about the rest of us? Given a choice, wouldn’t we rather be in Vegas or Key West?

The answer lies in our deep need to belong—to be part of some larger group. Wild animals travel in packs, birds in flocks and fish in schools. Regardless of what we may say, we do not want to be left alone, or at least not all the time. Humans do not thrive in isolation, and those who spend a great deal of time alone are prone to anxiety, depression and loneliness. Today nearly one-third of american adults live alone, and the need for contact can be seen in online methods of communication like MySpace and FaceBook.

There may even be a physiological need to be connected

to others. Recent research indicates that physical pain travels the same neural pathways that are stimulated when a person experiences rejection. It does hurt to be left out. and when we are asked to join a group, to participate in a conversation or to visit someone in their home, the brain responds by producing natural opiates, the same “high” we experience with physical pleasures.

But why go home for the holidays instead of a popular vacation spot? Because “home” will never reject us. our family members know us, and we know them—skeletons, warts and all. We share a common history that makes it possible to link up without having to explain too much background. and our relatives’ actions are to a degree predictable, even if not always pleasant. We know that cousin Jimmy will get way too drunk and try to put the moves on anything female. our parents will make a fuss over us, especially if our siblings still live nearby, because the out-of-town child is always the favorite. The food and the con-versation are at least predictable, if not ac-tually enjoyable, as is the fact that the televi-sion will broadcast football all day even if no one’s watching. In brief, we will be accepted to a greater or lesser degree without having to introduce or prove ourselves.

The Thanksgiving holidays are the most traveled time of the year, Christmas a very close second. our culture dictates that these be times for celebration—evident in the expectations to purchase a lot of gifts and bake or buy tons of food. In Colo-nial days people came together for these holidays, too, but they also gathered year-round to share news and strength-en relationships. of course nowadays you can e-mail, send photos and get your gifts there by uPS. You can telephone and wish everyone a happy holiday. But you won’t get the satisfying experience you would have if you were actually there in person. Nor is it the same to spend the holidays with groups other than family, if you have the choice.

So, you might as well give in. Make the plane reserva-tions. or get the car inspected and filled with gas. Squash all those beautifully wrapped presents in plastic bags,

pack a lunch and check that you haven’t left a stove burner or the coffee pot on. The travel is tiring and the trip expen-sive. You may gain a few pounds and lose track of some of your home or work projects while you are gone. and there is always a good chance that you will get your feelings hurt (or hurt someone else’s). But perhaps you’ll get lucky and have a visit that leaves you with many wonderful memo-ries. and if not, you can return home and chuckle with re-lief in splendid isolation. HJ

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as tempting as it is to grab a chocolate bar or a cup of coffee just to stay awake on these late fall afternoons when night

falls so early, are those choices the best? When in need of a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, what types of foods and drinks are beneficial for a boost, and which should you avoid?

Healthy suggestions for an ener-gy jolt include green and black tea, dark chocolate, ginseng, red pep-pers, whole grains and other high-fiber foods, nuts, salmon, leafy greens and citrus fruits.

“It’s also important that you don’t fall victim to the low-carb craze,” cautions Kathryn Mcadoo, a clinical dieti-cian with Riverside Regional Medical Center’s Nu-trition Services. “Complex carbohydrates, like those found in breads, pastas and potatoes, are a vital part of a healthy diet when eaten in moderation and [should be] our body’s main energy source.”

For sustained energy, Mcadoo advises eating five to six small meals a day. “If you are feeling sluggish,” she says, “try snacking on some fruits and veggies. Pack some healthy snacks to keep your energy lev-els high before and after lunch. This is a great way to not only stay awake during the day but to ensure

that you get all your recommended servings of fruits and vegetables.”

Though energy bars and drinks may promise an energy boost, the excessive levels of caffeine and sugar typically found in these products may do more harm than good. Too much caffeine may cause an in-creased heart rate and high blood pressure, while the extra sugar could contribute to weight gain.

Though convenient, “[energy bars and drinks] are not a necessary part of a healthy diet,” Mcadoo warns. “In this budget-conscious economy, they may be nothing more than an added expense.”

Joan Sechrist, a registered dietician and a health educator for Sentara’s Health and Pre-

ventative Services, agrees. “energy drinks can be counterproduc-tive to physical fitness,” she says. “If you

consume these drinks before and dur-ing exercise, the caffeine may make

you nervous, lightheaded or nau-seous. also, caffeine is a diuretic, making it a poor choice as a fluid replacement.”

Drinking water, instead, is vital for optimal energy.

“Make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day to keep your body hydrated,” Mcadoo says.

“Dehydration can make you feel fatigued and weak.”Most important when choosing snacks for energy,

she says, is to remember that “there is no one food that is going to contain a secret ingredient aimed at keeping you awake and energized during the day.” Conversely, eating a “rainbow” of foods throughout the day—such as a wide variety of fruits and vegeta-bles in small meals—will sustain energy and provide all the essential vitamins and minerals you need.

Like Mcadoo, Sechrist promotes a well-rounded diet: “Good nutrition, combined with daily physical activity, is a vital factor in increased energy.”

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crago Family chiropractic center, Pc4224 Holland Rd., Ste. 110Virginia Beach (757) 486-4772

gary r. Detweiler, Dc3529 Virginia Beach Blvd.Virginia Beach (757) 463-0050

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Downing chiropractic center711 W. Washington St. Suffolk (757) 934-8653

East coast clinic of chiropractic1510 Breezeport Way, Ste. 100Suffolk (757) 483-0177

Wayne r. Eiban, Dc5301 Providence Rd., Ste. 50Virginia Beach (757) 495-2228

Family chiropractic & Acupuncture3105 Western Branch Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 686-37161920 Centerville Tpke. Virginia Beach (757) 479-0626

Kim K. Fuller, Dc106 Wimbledon Sq. Chesapeake (757) 436-1037

global Healing therapies2244 Sunstates Ct., Ste. 107Virginia Beach (757) 491-2598

good chiropractic325 First Colonial Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 340-5966

great neck chiropractic, Pc1432 N. Great Neck Rd., Ste. 201Virginia Beach (757) 481-9221

green run chiropractic1190 Lynnhaven Pkwy. Virginia Beach (757) 468-5444

ghent chiropractic821 W. 21st St., Ste. 100Norfolk (757) 622-1222

mithra green, Dc5267 Greenwitch Rd., Ste. 201 Virginia Beach (757) 313-6723

greenbrier Family chiropractic801 Volvo Pkwy., Ste. 118Chesapeake (757) 436-6677

Healing Hands chiropractic center321 Edwin Dr., Ste. 101 Virginia Beach (757) 306-4325

Health links chiropractic clinic5265 Providence Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 557-0010

Hilltop chiropractic & massage center901 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 491-2021

Holistic Healing chiropractic 4652 Haygood Rd., Ste. CVirginia Beach (757) 363-0118

Hollifield chiropractic center2953 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 498-8700

in good Hands chiropracticrosemont chiropractic397 Little Neck Rd., Bldg. 3400, Ste. 108 Virginia Beach (757) 431-2225

island chiropractic2260 Seashore Shoppes Virginia Beach (757) 496-3353

Jarrett chiropractic, Pc537 N. Great Neck Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 463-0193

Virginia l. Jones, Dc1545 E. Bayview Blvd.Norfolk (757) 749-6929

Kempsville chiropractic1932 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 3 Virginia Beach (757) 467-5258

Harold Kornylak, DO1432 E. Bay Shore Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 491-3294

lehew chiropractic & Acupuncture1369 Laskin Rd., Ste. 4 Virginia Beach (757) 498-9000

liebell clinic of specific chiropractic477 Viking Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 631-9799

lifeline Family chiropractic center, Pc613 Butterfly Dr. Chesapeake (757) 549-8802

lightkeeper chiropractic325 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 518-0964

lynnhaven chiropractic clinic228 N. Lynnhaven Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 498-4824

medical Acupuncture clinic840 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 102BVirginia Beach (757) 351-6226

Douglas J. montagna, Dc548 Battlefield Blvd. S. Chesapeake (757) 482-5525

morgan Wellness center3980 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 498-8455

Amanda J. meyers, Dc2004 Sandbridge Rd., Ste. 103 Virginia Beach (757) 510-4977

carl D. nelson, Dc968 S. Oriole Dr., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 422-4536

Dean newman, Dc1139-G Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 464-66693100 London Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 397-4577

newtown chiropractic center152 Newtown Rd., Ste. 116Virginia Beach (757) 490-9717

norfolk Acupuncture819 W. 21st St.Norfolk (757) 622-7145

norfolk chiropractic center2200 Colonial Avenue, Ste. 2Norfolk (757) 622-8777

norview Family & chiropractic6202 N. Military Hwy. Norfolk (757) 855-1099

Ocean lightforce chiropractic210 25th St. Virginia Beach (757) 425-1421

Ocean View chiropractic961 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 588-4000

charles l. O’Dea, Dc416 Market St. Suffolk (757) 539-2244

Olde towne Family chiropractic355 Crawford St. Portsmouth (757) 399-4700

Orchard square chiropractic1528 Volvo Pkwy., Ste. CChesapeake (757) 547-1110

Pembroke chiropractic, Pc4668 Pembroke Blvd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 490-5828

Planet chiropractic1409 Kempsville Rd. Chesapeake (757) 410-2793

Portsmouth chiropractic center3500 Queen St. Portsmouth (757) 399-7300

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Premier Health chiropractic333 Kellam Rd., Ste. 1100Virginia Beach (757) 962-6191

Pro Adjuster chiropractic clinic525 S. Independence Blvd., Ste. 190Virginia Beach (757) 473-9900

Professional chiropractic5350 Kemps River Dr., Ste. 110Virginia Beach (757) 424-2626

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slone chiropractic clinics2469 Pruden Blvd. Suffolk (757) 539-4100111 W. Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk (757) 623-77763208 Stamford Rd. Portsmouth (757) 483-3390

smith chiropractic2468-A E. Little Creek Rd. Norfolk (757) 588-0609

the spine group2416 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 422-2000

barry H. stewart, Dc630-B Cedar Rd. Chesapeake (757) 547-4000

stickell chiropractic936 General Booth Blvd., Ste. CVirginia Beach (757) 422-2232

strawbridge Family chiropractic2105 McComas Way, Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 430-8000

thalia chiropractic center4136 Bonney Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 340-2817

thesier chiropractic240 Mustang Trail Virginia Beach (757) 486-3222

Paul r. thompson, Dc2709 Salem Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 427-0022

tidewater Acupuncture & Wellness837 First Colonial Rd., Ste. AVirginia Beach (757) 428-4286

total Health center1801 Pleasure House Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 363-8571

Vanella chiropractic4667 Haygood Rd., Ste. 503-C Virginia Beach (757) 270-1333

Vella chiropractic center4224 Holland Rd., Ste. 110 Virginia Beach (757) 486-4772

Vohringer & bryant chiropractic4219-A Indian River Rd. Chesapeake (757) 420-8620

Ward’s corner chiropractic7400 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 588-8908

Western branch Family chiropractic center3115 Western Branch Blvd., Ste. 108Chesapeake (757) 483-6000

richard s. Wright, Dc820 Shirley Ave. Norfolk (757) 622-1546

Wynkoop Family chiropractic1092 Laskin Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 518-0960

James yeates, Dc1023 Laskin Rd., Ste. 103Virginia Beach (757) 227-5465 clinicAl rEsEArcHbrighton research group780 Lynnhaven Pkwy., Ste. 285Virginia Beach (757) 368-0672

clinical research Associates of tidewater400 Gresham Dr., Ste. 402Norfolk (757) 627-74462000 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 923-9605

EVms clinical research center601 Colley Ave.Norfolk (757) 446-5808

Foundation for urological research6333 Center Dr.Norfolk (757) 457-5166

independence Family medicineclinical research813 Independence Blvd., Ste. AVirginia Beach (757) 333-7625

institute of Anti-Aging research933 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 113Virginia Beach (757) 417-8300

Professional Place medical group, llc932 Professional Pl., Ste. 201Chesapeake (757) 481-9406

sentara norfolk general cancerresource center600 Gresham Dr.Norfolk (757) 388-4268

Virginia clinical research601 Medical TowerNorfolk (757) 625-0151

DEntistry & OrAl HEAltHPeter Adams, DDs4312 Holland Rd., Ste. 108Virginia Beach (757) 498-6420

Advanced sedation Dentistry616 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 769-7155

Albinder Orthodontics528 Albemarle Dr. Chesapeake (757) 547-21344291 Holland Rd., Ste. 112Virginia Beach (757) 495-7866

Althouse carroll & Alperin3410 County St. Portsmouth (757) 393-2568

J. Wesley Anderson Jr., DDs1658 Pleasure House Rd., Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 464-1964

robert E. Anderson, DDs2490-A Pruden Blvd. Suffolk (757) 934-3000

Artful smiles506 S. Independence Blvd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 227-3401

stephen Asam, DDs632 Cedar Rd., Ste. AChesapeake (757) 436-3595

Associated Dental care814 Newtown Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 490-0419

Azalea Family Dentistry7913 Azalea Garden Rd. Norfolk (757) 587-4433

ted l. bachas, DDs6550 Townpoint Rd., Ste. 105Suffolk (757) 483-6155

robert t. banes, DDs3617 Dam Neck Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 427-3741

John P. baker, DDs1170 Lexan Ave., Ste. 187Norfolk (757) 440-1360

robert K. barbour, DmD2520 Gilmerton Rd. Chesapeake (757) 487-4121

bruce K. barr, DDs Kenneth W. marinak, DDs350 Johnstown Rd., Ste. DChesapeake (757) 548-2553853 Kempsville Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 467-04041369 Laskin Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 422-0005

truman baxter, DDsAdam Hogan, DDs 2021 Pleasure House Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 464-3514

Wolfgang bay, DDs1625 Salem Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 495-6005

bay colony Dentistry32cnd Street & Holly RoadVirginia Beach (757) 321-1300

beach Dental1000 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 104Virginia Beach (757) 496-0993

beach Endodontics1432 N. Great Neck Rd., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 486-7857

Frank beale, DDsmichael maugeri, DDs 3720 Holland Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 340-0446

Jeffrey r. bek, DDs1767 Princess Anne Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 426-6151

Allan l. bergano, DDs256 N. Witchduck Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 497-2988

Paul n. berger, DDs2404 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 106Virginia Beach (757) 498-7878

rashimi bhatt, DDs5660 Indian River Rd., Ste. 114Virginia Beach (757) 523-0898

Frederick t. birsch, DDs3413 South St. Portsmouth (757) 393-9929

bivins Orthodontics220 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Ste. 200Chesapeake (757) 546-3888

John J. blaszcak, DDs3400 Holland Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 427-1301

Phillip A. blythe, DDs3872 Holland Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 463-0740

Edgar H. boggs Jr., DDs 825 Battlefield Blvd. S. Chesapeake (757) 482-2876

travis bohrer, DDs1577 General Booth Blvd., Ste. 107Virginia Beach (757) 428-8282

bonney road Dental3933 Bonney Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 631-97001832 Kempsville Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 479-1610

bonnie, bonnie & Horowitz7400 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 587-7400

Darrell l. boyce, DDs Family Dentistry1711 Parkview Dr. Chesapeake (757) 424-6580

James H. boyd Jr., DDs549 E. Brambleton Ave., Ste. 9Norfolk (757) 623-4820

Anita brabson, DDs3620 County St. Norfolk (757) 397-8877

Dwight J. bradshaw, DDs5501 Bennets Pasture Rd. Suffolk (757) 484-1444

bredologos Family Dentistry1917 Laskin Rd., Ste. 106 Virginia Beach (757) 425-1828

Paul m. brickman, DDs351 Edwin Dr., Ste. 103Virginia Beach (757) 499-9839

Derrick m. broadaway, DDs3325 Taylor Rd., Ste. 112Chesapeake (757) 686-30333809 Princess Anne Rd., Ste. 111Virginia Beach (757) 471-6672

townsend brown Jr., DDs1300 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 5Virginia Beach (757) 467-7797

William E. brown, DDs549 E. Brambleton Ave. Norfolk (757) 622-8884

tanya brown, DmD roxzanne Amos, DmD129 Hanbury Rd., Ste. 101Chesapeake (757) 546-5262

bowman r. browne, DDs5705 Lee Farm Ln., Ste. BSuffolk (757) 484-0600

morton A. brownstein, DDs7909 Bison Ave. Norfolk (757) 588-7673

Oduyelu A. bukola, DDs2125 McComas Way, Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 563-2670

John W. burton iii, DDs108 Western Ave. Suffolk (757) 539-3151

bussey, mayo & Archer1200 Battlefield Blvd N.Chesapeake (757) 436-42272995 Churchland Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 483-2167477 Viking Dr., Ste. 215Virginia Beach (757) 486-5428

roger H. cahoon, DDs3300 High St. Portsmouth (757) 393-1241

robert A. candler, DDs & Associates116 Janaf Office Building Norfolk (757) 461-8173

Jerry caravas, Jr., DDs1539 Amberly Forest Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 471-6020

cecil J. carrol, DDs4310 Indian River Rd., Ste. 1Chesapeake (757) 420-8790

l. H. cash, DDs E. J. Weisberg, DDs801 W. Little Creek Rd., Ste. 103Norfolk (757) 440-0044

Pedro l. casingal, Jr., DDs810 Battlefield Blvd. S. Chesapeake (757) 482-7977

Kenneth J. cavallari, DDs984 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 300Virginia Beach (757) 412-0235505 Independence Pkwy., Ste. 108Chesapeake (757) 412-0235

leon A. cerniway, DmD109 Wimbledon Sq., Ste. H Chesapeake (757) 547-9339

Peggy m. chappell, DmD2303 Pruden Blvd. Suffolk (757) 539-9481

James y. chau, DDs, ms1724 Sir William Osler Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 481-1894

Jack i. cherin, DmD Osama modjadidi, DDs5101 Princess Anne Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 497-8611

children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics905 N. Battlefield Blvd., Ste. 106Chesapeake (757) 548-30304169 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 486-25251368 N. Great Neck Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 496-83001055 Kempsville Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 474-1200

chung Family Dentistry7510 Granby St., Ste. 1Norfolk (757) 587-5955

Jerry c. clarke, DDs2490 Pruden Blvd. Suffolk (757) 539-93981510 Breezeport Way, Ste. 400Suffolk (757) 686-8400

carrie clarkson, DDsgary newell, DDs5333 Indian River Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 420-1507

Dennis cleckner, DDs228 N. Lynnhaven Rd., Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 340-3231

Earnest D. coalter, DDs933 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 104Virginia Beach (757) 491-8075

Howard cobb, DDs, Pc2605 Moses Crandy Trail, Ste. BChesapeake (757) 558-0600

mellanda colson, DDs1021 Sunset Dr. Norfolk (757) 587-1485

sharon y. colvin, DDs113 Gainsborough Sq., Ste. 101Chesapeake (757) 548-5619

trent conelias, DDs6033 Providence Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 424-2672110 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 303Norfolk (757) 489-1511

Kevin c. cooper, DDs3105 Western Branch Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 483-5152

John c. cranham, DDs1207 Volvo ParkwayChesapeake (757) 465-8900

melvin E. cruser iii, DDs1209 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 490-3111

James W. Dale, DDs1453 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 104Virginia Beach (757) 467-9622

Debra A. Davis, DDs1020 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 464-0723

thomas J. Demayo, DDs762 Independence Blvd., Ste. 400Virginia Beach (757) 557-0600

michael s. Denbar, DDs1245 Cedar Rd., Ste. LChesapeake (757) 382-9336

thomas James Dilaura, Jr., DDs9323 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 588-6257

Dodson Endodontics756 MaGuire Place Suffolk (757) 923-90001510 Breezeport Way, Ste. 400Suffolk (757) 638-4500

richard P. Dolenuck, DDs4169 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 463-3834

mary Dooley, DDs401 N. Great Neck Rd., Ste. 122Virginia Beach (757) 486-4880

thomas Dusek, DDs104 American Legion Rd., Ste. AChesapeake (757) 484-9300

East coast center for cosmetic Dentistry3304 Arctic Ave. Virginia Beach (757) 481-3305

Eastern Virginia Family & cosmetic Dentistry3221 Western Branch Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 483-6297

randy Eberly, DDs801 W. Little Creek Rd., Ste. 101Norfolk (757) 423-3029

robert m. Edmonds, DDs2003 Meade Pkwy., Ste. CSuffolk (757) 539-9484

Anthony A. Elgohairy, DmD3115 Western Branch Blvd., Ste. 103Chesapeake (757) 484-4197

marybeth Fasano, DDs984 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 412-2235

michael Fernandez, DDs5121 Greenwich Rd., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 497-4825

Kevin Finnerty, DDs5505 Indian River Rd., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 424-6644

scott Flood, DDs thoedore r. smith Jr., DDs stephanie c. smith, DDs4221 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 486-3919

michael Folck, DDs1385 Laskin Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 428-7440

the Foleck center for cosmetic implant& restorative Dentistry201 College Place, Ste. 111Norfolk (757) 623-0283241 Corporate Blvd., Ste. 200Norfolk (757) 965-7696

Alan Forbes, DDsAlbert soloman, DDs805 Battlefield Blvd. N., Ste. 125Chesapeake (757) 547-2171

ben Foster Jr., DDs3800 Poplar Hill Rd., Ste. FChesapeake (757) 484-8564

David K. Foster, DDs, FAgD609 Lynnhaven Pkwy. Virginia Beach (757) 340-8852

Frank Johnston Family Dentistry1222 Chesapeake Ave. Chesapeake (757) 543-3517

rita Frazier, DDs136 E. Little Creek Rd. Norfolk (757) 587-6399

ronald Fuhrmann, DDs232 Business Park Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 499-8465

catherine Oden Fulton, DDs5660 Indian River Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 424-3794110 Kingsley Ln., Ste. 403Norfolk (757) 489-1331

Ann-marie Funda, DDs1752 Sir William Osler Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 496-3862

randall Furman, DDs len Futermon, DDs, FAgD879 Lynnhaven Pkwy., Ste. 109Virginia Beach (757) 468-4684

ghent Family Dentistry2200 Colonial Ave. Norfolk (757) 626-0633

David gladstone, DDs James salerno, DDs5318 Providence Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 424-3657

Harvey glick, DDs528 Albermarle Dr., Ste. 220Chesapeake (757) 547-5105

stephen goldstein, DDs6263 Portsmouth Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 488-1285

goodove Oral surgery & Dental implants1127 First Colonial Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 412-2002

shantala gowda, DDs397 Little Neck Rd., Bldg. 3400, Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 498-5142

David graham, DDs524 Albermarle Dr., Ste. 9Chesapeake (757) 547-7070

roosevelt green Jr., DDs600 Green St. Portsmouth (757) 399-3752

greenbrier Dental center1059 Eden Way N., Ste. 100Chesapeake (757) 547-2266

Kenneth grindlay, DDs228 Mt. Pleasant Rd. Chesapeake (757) 482-0026

grundy Dental care1805 Laskin Rd. Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 321-1870

Alfred r. guthrie, Jr., DDs 3500 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 400Virginia Beach (757) 340-1465

steve A. gwaltney, DDs2486 Pruden Blvd. Suffolk (757) 539-3021

A. l. Halstead iii, DDs2245 W. Great Neck Rd., Ste. 1Virginia Beach (757) 481-7392

christopher Hamlin, DDs1806 Hampton Blvd. Norfolk (757) 627-7550

Hampton roads center for cosmetic Dentistry984 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 412-1400

Harbour View Dental center5837 Harbour View Blvd.Suffolk (757) 686-3636

Kenneth E. Hardy, DDs1622 Holland Rd. Suffolk (757) 539-2998

berard Harrison, DDs4600 Westgrove Ct. Virginia Beach (757) 460-1222

gary Hartman, DDs, ms, ltD240 Mustang Trail, Ste. 1Virginia Beach (757) 498-5480

Hatcher Orthodontics3253 Taylor Rd., Ste. 100Chesapeake (757) 488-6080

Healthy smiles Dental clinic344 Effingham St. Portsmouth (757) 399-4588

steven P. Hearne, DDs1034 Hill Point Blvd. N. Suffolk (757) 925-0407

A. clayborn Hendricks, DDs737 Little Neck Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 486-4469

Heriford & Heriford2003 Meade Pkwy. Suffolk (757) 539-5239

barry l. Herman, DDsgregory schrumps, DDs1300 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 1Virginia Beach (757) 467-8181

mark J. Hermelin, DDs337 Edwin Dr., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 497-4746

grover c. Hill, Jr. DDs195 S. Rosemont Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 498-6988

David s. Hirschler ii, DDs E. thompson Witte, DDs5900 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 213Norfolk (757) 461-3660

J. matthew Hogendobler, DmD1729 Wildwood Dr., Ste. 104Virginia Beach (757) 481-5454

georgia Holton, DDs5589 Portsmouth Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 488-1421

Kevin F. Honor’e, DDs2370 E. Little Creek Rd. Norfolk (757) 588-8162

Hooper Dentistry840 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 103Virginia Beach (757) 417-7300

thomas u. Hopkins, DDs7923 Halprin Dr. Norfolk (757) 587-0874

Abbey Horowitz, DDs2142 Great Neck Square Virginia Beach (757) 481-3699

Eric A. Hosek, DDs1357 N. Great Neck Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 481-5900

robert J. Howard, DDs308 George Washington Hwy. N. Chesapeake (757) 485-5245

r. leroy Howell, sr., DDsralph l. Howell, Jr., DDs102 Western Ave. Suffolk (757) 539-7695

robert W. Howell, DDs110 Kingsley Ln., Ste. 312Norfolk (757) 423-5894

Douglas John Hughes, DDs, Pc1542 E. Bayview Blvd. Norfolk (757) 583-1212

Joseph c. Hughes, Jr., DDs109 Byron St. Chesapeake (757) 436-4214

robert A. iervolino, DDs, Pc987 Providence Square Sh. Ctr. Virginia Beach (757) 495-2100

Daniel W. ingram, DDs1212 Lake James Dr., Ste. AVirginia Beach (757) 420-4214

thomas J. ishom, DDs Pc3217-C Western Branch Blvd.Chesapeake (757) 484-3729

Arthur rex Jenkins, DDs836 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 428-8747

Harry Jenkins, DDs, Pc1220 Greenbrier Pkwy., Ste. 120Chesapeake (757) 547-9616

Kevin D. Jennings, DDs211 Providence Rd., Ste. 11Chesapeake (757) 523-9002

Kail & cox, DDs5717 Churchland Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 484-1675

David l. Kaiser, DDs5261 Challedon Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 499-2444

marvin Kaplan, DDs113 Byron St. Chesapeake (757) 436-4302

Aspasia Kapsalas, DDs1832 Kempsville Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 479-1610

Allen c. Karp, DDs4676 Princess Anne Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 495-5010

Kempsville Dental care5265 Providence Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 495-3074

robert Kenney, DDs1206 Laskin Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 428-8404

Alan Kessler, DDstiffany Kessler, DDs2404 Potters Rd., Ste. 400 Virginia Beach (757) 340-8805

christopher t. King, DDs4605 Haygood Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 464-6228

Klar & Voorhies Orthodontics1230 Progressive Dr. Chesapeake (757) 549-1919

ronald A. Kondoff, DmD5291 Greenwich Rd., Ste. 2Virginia Beach (757) 493-8100

Konikoff Family Dentistry684 Battlefield Blvd. N., Ste. AChesapeake (757) 548-09571419 Cedar Rd. Chesapeake (757) 410-58782829 Shore Dr., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 333-68662100 Lynnhaven Pkwy., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 416-14007400 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 583-1535

Konikoff Periodontics1230 Progressive Dr., Ste. 104Chesapeake (757) 436-40261510 Breezeport Way, Ste. 500Suffolk (757) 484-1818477 Viking Dr., Ste. 190Virginia Beach (757) 486-8611

Kool smiles2338 E. Little Creek Rd. Norfolk (757) 583-4891

John l. Kordulak, DDs855 Kempsville Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 495-4700

robert P. Korman, DDs1115 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 412-4060

James E. Krochmal, DDs801 W. Little Creek Rd., Ste. 107Norfolk (757) 440-7777

Peter g. Kuenzli, DDs4876 Princess Anne Rd., Ste. 111Virginia Beach (757) 490-9300

neil A. landy, DDs281 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 490-3830

steven l. lang, DDs2836 Meadow Dr. Chesapeake (757) 483-4878

Angela lanier, DDs5589 Portsmouth Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 488-3392

John b. lapetina, Jr. DDs9601 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 588-0276

Jesse W. lee, DDs3720 Holland Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 340-0446

larry l. legum, DDs113 Coastal Way Chesapeake (757) 547-9401

stanley H. legum, DDs4322 Holland Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 340-3318

lawrence leibowitz, DDs1932 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 424-3555

Jeffrey r. leidy, DmD1301 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 362-9660

Francis lesinski, DDs4409 George Washington Hwy. Portsmouth (757) 485-2222

Paul letellier, DDs133 Kempsville Rd. Chesapeake (757) 436-0026

mary H. lewis, DDs328 N. Great Neck Rd., Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 631-9200

charles llewellyn, DDs933 First Colonial Rd., Ste. RVirginia Beach (757) 428-2571

bruce i. longman, DDs 855 Kempsville Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 495-4700

Patricia A. lott, DDs, Pc762 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 499-4707

Evelyn luma, DDs1248 Gunn Hall Dr., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 430-2600

lWss Family Dentistry1230 Progressive Dr., Ste. 103Chesapeake (757) 436-1270904 Kempsville Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 467-6453300 E. Little Creek Rd. Norfolk (757) 587-6453

marshall A. lyall, DDs5291 Greenwich Rd., Ste. 2Virginia Beach (757) 493-8100

ronald D. lynch, DDs, Pc369 Johnstown Rd. Chesapeake (757) 546-0301

Alan W. mahanes, DDs2521 North Landing Virginia Beach (757) 430-9448

lekshmi mahesh, DDs5511 Princess Anne Rd., Ste. 201Virginia Beach (757) 499-7300

Dale l. mallory, DDs4867 Baxter Rd., Ste. AVirginia Beach (757) 499-8139

louis J. marconyak, DDs351 Edwin Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 499-3530


David t. marshall, DDs110 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 203Norfolk (757) 489-4221

robyn K. marshall, DDs1062 Laskin Rd., Ste. 14-AVirginia Beach (757) 428-2121Medical Tower, Ste. 708Norfolk (757) 627-1882

Anthony martin, DDs110 Kingsley Ln., Ste. 105Norfolk (757) 489-1600

Frederick E. martin iii, DDs1709 Colley Ave., Ste. 203Norfolk (757) 627-8303

J. b. martin iV, DDs730 High St., Ste. 200Portsmouth (757) 397-9801

lon meader, DDs5564 Indian River Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 424-1300

robert mealy, DDs2737 Campostella Rd. Chesapeake (757) 543-7973

James meares, DDs5241 Princess Anne Rd., Ste. 108Virginia Beach (757) 497-0450

Darrell meeks, DDs281 Independence Blvd., Bldg. 1Virginia Beach (757) 499-5909

midAtlantic implant & Oral surgery center272 Bendix Rd., Ste. 280 Virginia Beach (757) 340-9146

brian P. midgette, DDs3326 Taylor Rd. Chesapeake (757) 483-4700

William midkiff, DDs2149 Old Greenbrier Rd. Chesapeake (757) 424-5822

Jan milner, DDs1113 Eden Way N. Chesapeake (757) 436-1200

milonas Family Dentistry2865 Lynnhaven Dr., Ste. C-4Virginia Beach (757) 481-3000

marshall morrison, DDs4237 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 340-1243

melvin morrison, DDs1230 Progressive Dr. Chesapeake (757) 549-10491157 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 412-0020904 Kempsville Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 467-8000

John D. mosher, DDs603 Providence Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 424-2672303 Kingsley Ln., Ste. 303Norfolk (757) 489-1511

David P. mueller, DDs968 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 496-80661200 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 202Virginia Beach (757) 496-8066

Alan D. nachman, DDs508 N. Birdneck Rd., Ste. EVirginia Beach (757) 422-8885

nanesmond suffolk Dentistry1005 Commercial Ln. Suffolk (757) 934-8500

gary newell, DDs5333 Indian River Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 420-1507

Arthur A. nido, DDs525 N. Great Neck Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 340-8155

James H. nottingham, DDs142 W. York St. Norfolk (757) 623-9545

Vernon O’berry, Jr., DDs1062 Laskin Rd., Ste. 14-AVirginia Beach (757) 425-8055708 Medical Tower Norfolk (757) 627-1882

Oceana Family Dentistry940 General Booth Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 425-1155

Oceanfront Dentistry501 21st St. Virginia Beach (757) 428-6656

Oceanfront Endodontics1200 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 333-3399

Fred P. Ochave, DmD289 Independence Blvd., Ste. 229Virginia Beach (757) 497-1618

thomas O’Hara, DDs242 Mustang Trail, Ste. 9Virginia Beach (757) 340-1153

tracy Oliver, DDs2484 N. Landing Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 471-5480

charles K. Olson, DDs glen W. Fritz, DDs4037 Taylor Rd., Ste. BChesapeake (757) 484-9441

Edward s. O'Keefe, DDs1232 W. Little Creek Rd.Norfolk (757) 440-7955

Oral & maxillofacial surgeons: reconstructive, Dentoalveolar, & implant surgery3116 Tyre Neck Rd.Portsmouth (757) 483-21102441 Pruden Blvd.Suffolk (757) 934-0767

Owens, Dorfman, Ashby & Dailey4356 Bonney Rd., Ste. 4Virginia Beach (757) 340-70007400 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 583-45181021 Eden Way N. Virginia Beach (757) 547-8700

David m. Pate, DDs Jennifer Waterman, DDs905 Battlefield Blvd. N., Ste. 102Chesapeake (757) 425-2332303 35th St., Ste. 103Virginia Beach (757) 547-2770

robert Pellerin, DDs351 Edwin Dr., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 490-2017

Pembroke Family Dental care4400 Corporation Ln., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 499-3522

louis Peron, DDs ms501 Independence Pkwy. Chesapeake (757) 436-6778641 Lynnhaven Pkwy. Virginia Beach (757) 467-2102

gail Plauka, DDs & Associates350 Johnstown Rd., Ste. CChesapeake (757) 482-4777

robert Pope, DDs1609 Pleasure House Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 464-3321

Paul Prillaman, DDs905 Battlefield Blvd. N., Ste. 101Chesapeake (757) 547-2820

William Pruden, DmD1421 Kempsville Rd., Ste. CChesapeake (757) 549-8077

richard K. Quigg, DDs984 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 300Virginia Beach (757) 496-6690505 Independence Pkwy., Ste. 108Chesapeake (757) 410-7271

r. l. Howell & Associates, Pc102 Western Ave. Suffolk (757) 539-7695

nabeel m. rahman, DDs109 Gainsborough Sq., Ste. NChesapeake (757) 547-2323

Vernon l. rainey, DDs426 W. Washington St. Suffolk (757) 934-0476

James E. reitano, DDs6062 Indian River Rd., Ste. 103Virginia Beach (757) 424-0184

Elizabeth J. resnick, DDs1092 Laskin Rd., Ste. 110Virginia Beach (757) 428-5543

bradley K. reynolds, DDs425 W. 20th St., Ste. 3Norfolk (757) 622-42451307 Airline Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 399-4662

leslie i. richmond, DDs1300 Diamond Springs Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 460-1939

gary A. riggs, Jr., DmD853 Kempsville Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 467-4608

rod rogge, DDs762 Independence Blvd., Ste. 500Virginia Beach (757) 333-7444

John J. ross, DDs621 Lynnhaven Pkwy. Virginia Beach (757) 340-2356

David E. rowe, DDs1555 Laskin Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 428-6000

carl P. roy, DDs684 Battlefield Blvd. N. Chesapeake (757) 549-11152100 Lynnhaven Pkwy. Virginia Beach (757) 471-2900

Wyatt m. ruffin Jr., DDs3940 Airline Blvd., Ste. 114Chesapeake (757) 465-4884

James l. rutledge, DDs2025 Pleasure House Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 464-0271

george J. sabol, DDs829 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 428-11102129 General Booth Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 427-13501609 Pleasure House Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 460-88791300 Kempsville Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 495-3643

James A. salerno, DDs David gladstone, DDs5318 Providence Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 424-3657

laymon A. salyer, DDs3933 Portsmouth Blvd., Ste. 200Chesapeake (757) 488-8853

schrumpf & Herman Family Dentistry1300 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 1Virginia Beach (757) 467-8181

stephanie santos, DDs281 Independence Blvd., Ste. 210Virginia Beach (757) 499-9639

randolf E. savage, DDs James reske, DDs4530 Professional Cir. Virginia Beach (757) 499-0567

schonbrun Dental care4529 E. Honeygrove Rd., Ste. 301Virginia Beach (757) 460-1234

Jerome W. schonfield, DDs5000 Portsmouth Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 488-9000

Jeremy schulman, DDs, ms1301 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 496-8070

robert m. selden, Jr., DDs885 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 302Norfolk (757) 461-1988

Oscar W. self, Jr., DDs3145 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 340-5009

isiah r. sharp, iii, DDs344 Effingham St. Portsmouth (757) 398-0404

michael F. sharrock, DDs1457 Mount Pleasant Rd., Ste. 103Chesapeake (757) 482-1212

shiflet, cox & morgan3145 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 104Virginia Beach (757) 340-7602

shivar, Peluso & Andersen711 Greenbrier Pkwy., Ste. 102Chesapeake (757) 547-70023145 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 340-28816095 Indian River Rd. Chesapeake (757) 420-4035302 E. Little Creek Rd., Ste. 303Norfolk (757) 583-2333

Keith D. simmons, DDs801 Volvo Pkwy., Ste. 113Chesapeake (757) 436-7000

robert A. simmons, DDs2538 Centerville Tpke. S. Chesapeake (757) 421-7181

michael J. sims, DDs2109 McComas Way, Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 427-0695

smile by Design281 Independence Blvd., Ste. 210Virginia Beach (757) 499-9639

the smile center200 Grayson Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 473-8482

solomon, Forbes & lewis805 Battlefield Blvd. N., Ste. 125Chesapeake (757) 547-2171

south beach Dentistry2401 Seaboard Rd., Ste. 106Virginia Beach (757) 427-9449

murray spain, Jr., DmD, Pc1216 Granby St., Ste. 2Norfolk (757) 625-18173634 S. Plaza Trail, Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 498-9510

charles stange, DDs 711 Greenbrier Pkwy., Ste. 101Chesapeake (757) 436-7700

strawbridge Dental Associates2129 General Booth Blvd., Ste. 117Virginia Beach (757) 563-8000

Donald tabor Jr., DDs108 W. 20th St. Norfolk (757) 622-7544

James W. taylor, DDs1432 N. Great Neck Rd., Ste. 104Virginia Beach (757) 481-4323

thomas, thomas & Holwick1300 Cedar Rd. Chesapeake (757) 548-3238

Jayme D. tomchik, DmD4849 Shore Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 460-2250

stanley P. tomkins, DDs5830 Trucker St. Portsmouth (757) 484-8595

town center Family Dentistry4701 Columbus St., Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 473-5706

William tuggle, DDs grace Pentecost, DDs5715 Sellger Dr. Norfolk (757) 466-1700

Alexander Waitkus, DDs, ms, Pc293 Independence Blvd.Pembroke 5, Ste. 108Virginia Beach (757) 340-9020

William H. Walls Jr., DDs1032 Volvo Pkwy., Ste. 3Chesapeake (757) 548-1919

James l. Watson, Jr., DDs703 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk (757) 622-3391

Edward J. Weisberg, DDs801 W. Little Creek Rd., Ste. 103Norfolk (757) 440-0044

Wernick Family Dentistry2004 Sandbridge Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 427-2212

Walter K. Wexel, DDs548 Battlefield Blvd. S. Chesapeake (757) 482-51052140 Great Neck Sq. Virginia Beach (757) 481-2378

carson E. Wiedeman, DDs3720 Holland Rd., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 498-1663

ben Wiggins, DDs James rhodes, DDs111 Mill Creek Pkwy., Ste. 203Chesapeake (757) 487-81111305 Rodman Ave. Portsmouth (757) 397-3296

J. Dewey Willis iii, DDs, Pc801 Greenbrier Pkwy. Chesapeake (757) 547-3003

Jonathan D. Wong, DDs3156 Magic Hollow Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 468-4867

Zaki Orthodontics2029 Lynnhaven Pkwy., Ste. 700Virginia Beach (757) 416-1100

Allan s. Zeno, DDs7316 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 583-4579

Andrew J. Zimmer, DDs1604 Hilltop West Executive Ctr., Ste. 216Virginia Beach (757) 491-5070

DErmAtOlOgy Acne specialists3105 Western Branch Blvd., Ste. 4-AChesapeake (757) 484-4607

Advanced Dermatology Associates885 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 224Norfolk (757) 455-6714

Aesthetic skin care center5589 Greenwich Rd., Ste. 150Virginia Beach (757) 557-0800

Atlantic Dermatology Associates, Pc1101 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 481-1666

chrysm institute & Esthetics317 Office Square Ln., Ste. 102AVirginia Beach (757) 237-5912

EVms Dermatology601 Medical TowerNorfolk (757) 622-6315

reginald Henry, mD850 Kempsville Rd.Norfolk (757) 466-5944

lakeview medical center Dermatology2000 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 934-9444

laser skin and Vein center933 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 114Virginia Beach (757) 437-8900

larry l. legum, mD113 Coastal WayChesapeake (757) 547-9401

mid-Atlantic Dermatology center110 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 410Norfolk (757) 423-2400

michael E. mooreland, mD4041 Taylor Rd., Ste. HChesapeake (757) 483-6800

Joseph W. musgrave, mD707 Gittings St., Ste. 105Suffolk (757) 934-2061

numE laser & Wellness clinic4867 Baxter Rd., Ste. 110Virginia Beach (757) 961-0505

Pariser Dermatology601 Medical TowerNorfolk (757) 622-63156161 Kempsville Circle, Ste. 345Norfolk (757) 461-74951248 Perimeter Pkwy., Ste. 482Virginia Beach (757) 496-5085

charles F. Payne, mD4057 Taylor Rd., Ste. SChesapeake (757) 638-3345

Quarles Dermatology291 Independence Blvd. Bldg. 4, Ste. 522Virginia Beach (757) 490-6635

samuel t. selden, mD200 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 309Chesapeake (757) 547-9241

larry O. sharpe, mD160 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 504Norfolk (757) 489-2273

tompkins Dermatology5249 Providence RdVirginia Beach (757) 467-39001157 First Colonial, Ste. 300Virginia Beach (757) 333-8001

Katherine A. treherne, mD142 West York St., Ste 605 Norfolk (757) 623-9919

Virginia beach Dermatology5320 Providence Rd., Ste. 202Virginia Beach (757) 523-4800

Virginia Dermatology & skin cancer center241 Corporate Blvd., Ste. 215Norfolk (757) 455-5009

Virginia skin clinic241 Corporate Blvd., Ste. 210Norfolk (757) 961-2961 DiAgnOstic imAgingAdvanced imaging center1975 Glenn Mitchell Drive, Suite 100Virginia Beach (757) 507-0100

bon secours Health center at Harbour View5818 Harbour View Blvd.Suffolk (757) 673-5800

bon secours Health center at Virginia beach828 Healthy WayVirginia Beach (757) 889-CARE

Eugene y. chang, mD, FAcs355 Crawford Street, Suite 300Portsmouth (757) 396-6333

chesapeake Diagnostic imaging676 Kingsborough Square, Ste. AChesapeake (757) 547-4155

Diagnostic Health171 Kempsville Rd., Bldg. CNorfolk (757) 671-8500676 Kingsborough Sq., Ste. AChesapeake (757) 547-4155

First colonial Diagnostic center1080 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 395-6464

Hampton roads radiology Associates110 Kingsley Ln., Ste. 305Norfolk (757) 889-5422

lakeview medical center radiology2000 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 539-0251

life Diagnostic imaging1020 Independence Blvd.Virginia Beach (757) 963-6295

medical center radiologists6330 N. Center Dr., Ste. 220, Bldg. 13Norfolk (757) 466-0089

mid-Atlantic imaging centers300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 302Chesapeake (757) 312-8403844 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 210Norfolk (757) 461-61311181 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 201Virginia Beach (757) 228-1600

mri & ct Diagnostics4668 Pembroke Blvd., Ste. 109Virginia Beach (757) 671-11441554 River Birch Run N.Chesapeake(757) 671-1144

Princess Anne Oncology radiology1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 507-0425

radiation therapy at bon secours150 Kingsley Ln. Norfolk (757) 889-5238

radiology at chesapeake regional Hospital736 Battlefield Blvd. N. Chesapeake (757) 312-6124

radiology at maryview medical center3636 High St. Portsmouth (757) 398-2465

sentara Advanced imaging center890 Kempsville Rd.Norfolk (757) 261-0800

sentara belle Harbour3920-A Bridge Rd.Suffolk (800) SENTARA

sentara radiation Oncology600 Gresham Dr.Norfolk (757) 388-3483100 First Colonial Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 395-8610

Virginia beach radiology1821 Old Donation Pkwy., Ste. 9Virginia Beach (757) 481-1175

Wainwright Diagnostic center229 W. Bute St., Ste. 600Norfolk (757) 388-1880

EnDOcrinOlOgyEndocrinology consultants1101 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 496-90201020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 202Virginia Beach (757) 460-6222713 Volvo Parkway, Suite 103Chesapeake (757) 609-3404

Endocrinology & Diabetes center3217 Stamford Rd.Portsmouth (757) 484-7822

streletz Diabetes center855 W. Brambleton Ave.Norfolk (757) 446-5908

FAmily PrActicEAdvantage Family care3105 American Legion Rd., Ste. FChesapeake (757) 686-3999

Atwood Family medical center101 Knell’s Ridge Rd., Ste. 100Chesapeake (757) 436-1234

bayside Family Practice2017 Pleasure House Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 318-6900

bayview medical Associates1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 202Virginia Beach (757) 460-6222

bayview medical center7924 Chesapeake Blvd. Norfolk (757) 587-0157

bennetts creek Family medicine5622 Bennetts Pasture Rd.Suffolk (757) 484-3472

bon secours medcare5615 High St. West, Suite APortsmouth (757) 487-9200

bon secours medical Associates828 Healthy Way, Ste. 220Virginia Beach (757) 305-1797

bon secours Providence medical Associates5301 Providence Road, Ste. 90Virginia Beach (757) 495-6896

boulevard medical center1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 460-3330

cedar road medical Associates1419 Cedar Rd.Chesapeake (757) 549-0222

Anthony c. cetrone, mD4700 George Washington Hwy.Portsmouth (757) 487-9200

cedar road medical Associates1419 Cedar Road, Suite 101Chesapeake (757) 842-6180

chesapeake medical Associates213 Riverwalk Pkwy., Ste. 101 Chesapeake (757) 548-1400

chesport Family medicine301 Goode Way, Ste. 204Portsmouth (757) 397-5301

chimney Hill medical Associates & urgent care3745 Holland Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 962-8720

christian medical Associates4654 Haygood Rd., Ste. BVirginia Beach (757) 363-1000

Deep creek Family Practice2605 Moses Grandy Trail, Ste. DChesapeake (757) 485-3600

DePaul medical Associates100 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 100Norfolk (757) 889-4280

Doctors on call5232 Providence Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 481-0303

Dr rhee & Associates3500 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 303Virginia Beach (757) 340-0962

Eagle Harbor medical Associates13609 Carrolton Blvd., Ste 11Carrollton (757) 238-8751

EVms ghent Family medicine721 Fairfax Ave.Norfolk (757) 446-5955

Executive Health care4867 Baxter Rd. Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 473-9300

Family medical Practicioners1147 Independence Blvd.Virginia Beach (757) 460-1207

Family medicine center1201 Lake James Dr., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 523-0022

Family medicine at Princess Anne1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Ste. 300 Virginia Beach (757) 507-0305

Family medicine Health care5911 Portsmouth Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 488-3333

Family Physicians of chesapeake111 Mill Creek Pkwy., Ste. 300Chesapeake (757) 558-8210

Family Physicians of great bridge308 Cedar Lakes Drive, Suite 105Chesapeake (757) 436-4000

Family Physicians of tidewater110 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 202Norfolk (757) 889-6520

Family Practice specialists & urgent care816 Independence Blvd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 363-6800

First care616 Happy Acres Rd. Chesapeake (757) 485-50274057 Taylor Rd., Ste. PChesapeake (757) 484-30124053 Taylor Rd., Ste. KChesapeake (757) 483-64012595 Victory Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 487-49493706 Winchester Dr., Ste. 102Portsmouth (757) 393-41241105 Halifax Ave. Portsmouth (757) 399-83233235 Academy Ave., Ste. 102Portsmouth (757) 484-7386

Angel galdini, mD3706 Winchester Drive, Ste. 200Portsmouth (757) 393-4124

great neck Family Practice1080 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 395-6630

greenbrier Family medical center801 Volvo Pkwy., Suite 111 Chesapeake (757) 548-0099

greenbrier Family Practice1021 Eden Way N., Ste. 108Chesapeake (757) 547-0999

green run Family Practice center3396 Holland Rd., Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 427-9194

Alesia W. griffin, mD2147 Old Greenbrier Rd., Ste. DChesapeake (757) 366-0692

rafael F. guanzon, mD704 London Blvd., Ste. APortsmouth (757) 399-0513

gregory Haase, mD1856 Colonial Medical Ct., Ste. BVirginia Beach (757) 499-9671

Hague medical Associates400 W. Brambleton Ave., Ste. 201Norfolk (757) 627-6220

Hampton roads Family Practice665 Newtown Rd., Ste. 114Virginia Beach (757) 490-1226

Hanbury Family medicine129 Hanbury Rd. W., Ste. 103Chesapeake (757) 410-4488

Harbour View Family Practice5818 Harbour View Blvd., Ste. B-2Suffolk (757) 673-5890

indian river Family Practice1016 Justis St. Chesapeake (757) 420-8297

integrated medical services1446 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 204AVirginia Beach (757) 474-7460

intracoastal Family Practice633 S. Battlefield Blvd., Ste. 300Chesapeake (757) 233-4743

Kempsville Primary medical center5136 Princess Anne Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 473-0003

Abdur Khan, mD4221 Pleasant Valley Road, Ste. 114Virginia Beach (757) 495-7420

DePaul medical Associates100 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 100Norfolk (757) 889-4280

lakeview medical center Family Practice2000 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 539-02514868 Bridge Rd.Suffolk (757) 483-7900

lifeway Family Physicians1821 Old Donation Pkwy., Ste. 4Virginia Beach (757) 481-3770

little creek medical Associates1326 E. Little Creek Rd. Norfolk (757) 583-6338

little neck medical Associates & urgent care2859 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 340-4901

main street Physicians1417 Battlefield Blvd. N., Ste. 360Chesapeake (757) 925-1866

maryview Foundation Health clinic3600 High St.Portsmouth (757) 213-3100

medical care +6204 N. Military Hwy.Norfolk (757) 855-1900

medical Practicioners1147 Independence Blvd.Virginia Beach (757) 460-1207

mid-Atlantic Family medicine828 Healthy Way, Ste. 350Virginia Beach (757) 705-5265

nansemond suffolk Family Practice2897 Bridge Rd. Suffolk (757) 484-7248

nelson m. Karp medical center460 S. Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 497-3439

nimmo Wellness2125 McComas Way, Ste. 101 Virginia Beach (757) 427-7690

now care medical Associates6632 Indian River Road, Suite 103Virginia Beach (757) 424-4442

Oceanfront Family Practice303 35th St., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 425-1354

Olde towne Family Practice640 North St. Portsmouth (757) 397-1246

Oral surgery of tidewater933 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 205 Virginia Beach (757) 425-57812100 Lynnhaven Pkwy. Virginia Beach (757) 471-70385720 Greenwich Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 499-6886

Partners in Dental Health317 Edwin Dr., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 499-2100


Portlock medical center3906 Bainbridge Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 545-5073

Portsmouth Family Practice600 Crawford St., Ste. 300Portsmouth (757) 397-6344

Portsmouth medical Associates301 Goode Way, Ste. 105Portsmouth (757) 393-5996

Premier Primary care, Plc113 Gainsborough Sq., Ste. 201Chesapeake (757) 410-8745

Primary care Physicians of Hampton roads1200 S Military Hwy., Ste. 101Chesapeake (757) 424-5778

Princess Anne Family Practice1380 Tuscany Dr.Virginia Beach (757) 301-9200

Princess Anne medical Associates1925 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 689-8430

Providence road Family Practice & urgent care5320 Providence Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 413-7900

roosevelt Family Practice2203 E. Little Creek Rd. Norfolk (757) 583-2181

sentara Family medicine Physicians3920 Bridge Road, Suite 207Suffolk (757) 983-2200

skees Family Practice425 W. 20th St., Ste. 1Norfolk (757) 623-8642

suffolk medical Associates2401 Godwin Blvd., Ste. 3Suffolk (757) 923-9660

tidewater Family medical care516 Innovation Dr., Ste. 103 Chesapeake (757) 495-0606

towne center medical Associates4445 Corporation Lane, Ste. 120Virginia Beach (757) 213-6980

Virginia beach Family Practice1024 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 321-4030

Volvo medical Associates713 Volvo Pkwy., Ste. 100Chesapeake (757) 548-0076

Wellspring Family medical center801 Greenbrier Pkwy., Ste. BChesapeake (757) 312-0166

Western branch Family Practice3253 Taylor Rd., Ste. 200Chesapeake (757) 686-5673

Westside medical Associates229 W. Bute St., Ste. 500Norfolk (757) 388-1050

FitnEss & WEigHt mAnAgEmEntAnytime Fitness2406 E. Little Creek Rd., Ste. BNorfolk (757) 383-62981274 N. Great Neck Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 227-94471464 Mount Pleasant Rd.Chesapeake (757) 410-5300

Atc Fitness7401 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 489-1444

bally total Fitness3960 Virginia Beach Blvd.Virginia Beach (757) 340-48001501 Ring Rd.Chesapeake (757) 420-0310

bayside Wellness and Fitness1608 Pleasure House Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 464-3333

beach Weight loss Wellness Fitness spa2720 N. Mall Drive, Ste. 128Virginia Beach (757) 463-6398

big House gym1612 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 422-2620

body and soul Pilates915 Hampton Blvd. Norfolk (757) 216-3361

brute strength gym836 Poplar Hall Dr. Norfolk (757) 893-9111

the center for medical Weight loss110 American Legion Rd.Chesapeake (866) 613-2846

the chase Wellness center1115 Independence Blvd., Ste. 118Virginia Beach (757) 460-4300

classic lines, llc1944 Laskin Rd., Ste. 402Virginia Beach (757) 437-5800

creating Wellness of Virginia2000 General Booth Blvd.Virginia Beach (757) 430-0990

curves4200 Portsmouth Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 405-00704216 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 962-70701115 Independence Blvd., Ste. 201Virginia Beach (757) 222-45955342 Fairfield Shopping Center Virginia Beach (757) 474-20804402 Holland Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 486-89894221 Pleasant Valley Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 474-6680780 W. 20th St. Norfolk (757) 200-5555171 West Ocean View Ave. Norfolk (757) 200-55075776 Churchland Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 638-78833630 Western Branch Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 393-2161

cuts Fitness for men3304 Taylor Rd. Chesapeake (757) 777-69945270 Providence Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 271-9306

Divine Fitness500 Central Dr., Ste. 107-BVirginia Beach (757) 747-9125

Embodied by Pilates3921 Poplar Hill Rd. Chesapeake (757) 638-0084

Esteem Fitness535 N. Birdneck Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 437-7070

Evolutions Pilate studio805 N. Battlefield Blvd.Chesapeake (757) 410-4100

Executive Health and Fitness101 W. Main St., Ste. 1400Norfolk (757) 625-5585

Explore Health with sentara2126 Great Neck Square Virginia Beach (757) 481-7656

Face the Pain2312 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 340-3303

Fitness 24/7397 Little Neck Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 216-5636

Fitness together1408 North Great Neck Rd., #104Virginia Beach (757) 412-07002476 Nimmo Parkway, Ste. 125Virginia Beach (757) 430-1682

Fit company615 Claremont Ave. Norfolk (757) 627-8677

Fleming’s gym305 High St. Portsmouth (757) 399-6633

Flex gym 4020 Bonney Rd., Ste. 112Virginia Beach (757) 631-2445

gold’s gym3809 Princess Anne Rd., Ste. 109 Virginia Beach (757) 471-6900600 Jarman Rd.Chesapeake (757) 424-16001900 Monticello Ave.Norfolk (757) 424-4653

good Fitness235 E. Hanbury Rd., Ste. 1Chesapeake (757) 228-1952

the gym Downtown259 Granby St.Norfolk (757) 321-4963

Hampton roads nutritional therapy287 Independence Blvd., Ste. 322Virginia Beach (757) 456-5053

Hot House yoga1952 Laskin Rd., Ste. 507Virginia Beach (757) 428-0099738 W. 22cnd St., Ste. 12Norfolk (757) 626-0099

Hot yoga, inc.401 N. Great Neck Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 486-5002517 Kempsville Rd.Chesapeake (757) 436-9642

inlet Fitness club2101 W. Great Neck Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 412-0600

inside Out yoga center809 Brandon Ave., Ste. 208Norfolk (757) 622-1213

Jan's gym2865 Lynnhaven Dr., Ste. C-1Virginia Beach (757) 481-1915

Jazzercise5015 Colley Ave. Norfolk (757) 440-2450

Jim White Fitness studios1577 Laskin Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 422-4728

lifestyle center800 Battlefield Blvd. N. Chesapeake (757) 312-6132

lifestyle for Women, inc.1830 Kempsville Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 479-3800

medical nutrition therapiesgroup & Associates156 Newtown Rd., Ste. A-2Virginia Beach (757) 499-2018

metabolic balanceHilltop medical center1788 Republic Rd., Ste. 202Virginia Beach (757) 228-1241

my yoga spirit121 W. 21st St. Norfolk (757) 407- 9618

Passport Health816 Independence Blvd., Ste. 3-AVirginia Beach (757) 363-6770

Pilates central401 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 464-3000

Planet Fitness4324 Holland Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 275-8315

Premier Fitness1033 Champions Way Suffolk (757) 923-9898

Pungo Personal training1776 Princess Anne Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 426-9205

the rock gym5049 Southern Blvd.Virginia Beach (757) 499-8347

rose’s Wellness center 700 Baker Rd., Ste. 115Virginia Beach (757) 497-5589

simon Family Jewish community center5000 Corporate Woods Dr., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 321-2338

south beach gym1736 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 422-1205

southampton Health services5712 Cleveland St. Virginia Beach (757) 671-9094

surf rider sports & coastal Fitness928 Diamond Springs Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 493-2348

the Powerhouse gym7924 Chesapeake Blvd., Ste. FNorfolk (757) 583-5453

the space Above202 W. 22nd St. Norfolk (757) 622-2474

tidewater bariatrics1413 Kempsville Rd. Chesapeake (757) 644-6819

tidewater Weight loss & Wellness center909 Glenrock Rd., Ste. ANorfolk (757) 480-5673

total you crossFit112 Albany Dr. Portsmouth (757) 803-6370

town center Fitness205 Town Center Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 962-3778

Velocity sports Performance1801 Sara Dr., Ste. FChesapeake (757) 361-5850

Wareing’s gym700 19th St. Virginia Beach (757) 491-0700

Wellness One Fitness565 Cedar Rd., Ste. 16Chesapeake (757) 547-2582

Women’s Workout Fitness center1730 E. Little Creek Rd. Norfolk (757) 480-1213

World instructor training schools206 76th St. Virginia Beach (757) 428-4796

ymcA4626 Taylor Rd. Chesapeake (757) 483-8300312 W. Bute St. Norfolk (757) 622-96224900 High St. W. Portsmouth (757) 483-96221013 Effingham St. Portsmouth (757) 399-5511

your Personal trainer615 N. Birdneck Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 428-23421290 Great Neck Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 496-9068

Zen Hot yoga3352 Princess Anne Rd., Ste. 901Virginia Beach (757) 453-6547 gAstrOEntErOlOgycenter for Health & cancer Prevention1301 First Colonial Road, Ste. 201Virginia Beach (757) 412-4919

Digestive & liver Disease specialists885 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 114Norfolk (757) 466-0165

gastroenterology Associates400 Gresham Dr., Ste. 303Norfolk (757) 627-6416113 Gainsborough Sq., Ste. 100Chesapeake (757) 436-3285

gastroenterology Associates of tidewater112 Gainsborough Sq., Ste. 200Chesapeake (757) 547-07985701 Cleveland St., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 547-0798160 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 200Norfolk (757) 889-6800

gastroenterology consultants, ltd.1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 110Virginia Beach (757) 464-16445320 Providence Rd., Ste. 204Virginia Beach (757) 523-9755

gastroenterology limited1101 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 300Virginia Beach (757) 481-4817

gastrointestinal & liver specialists2790 Godwin Blvd., Ste. 210Suffolk (757) 934-37005818 Harbour View Blvd., Ste. 240Suffolk (757) 483-6100

Hampton roads institute of Portsmouth500 Rodman Ave., Ste. 1Portsmouth (757) 393-7993

Hemorrhoid care center of Virginia816 Independence Blvd., Ste. 2DVirginia Beach (757) 460-0002

Joseph b. Hollis, mD1211 Rodman Ave.Portsmouth (757) 397-2493

lakeview medical center gastroenterology2000 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 539-0251

Portsmouth gastroenterology1211 Rodman Ave. Portsmouth (757) 397-2493

snehal Damle, mD3235 Academy Ave., Ste. 100Portsmouth (757) 484-0215

gEnErAl surgEryAirline medical center4725 Portsmouth Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 488-6400bon secours surgery center828 Healthy Way, Ste. 115Virginia Beach (757) 495-8070

bon secours surgical Weight loss center3205 Churchland Blvd.Chesapeake (757) 483-3030

braunstein surgery1016 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 491-6467

breast care specialists, Pc229 W. Bute St., Ste. 845Norfolk (757) 622-8032

coastal surgical specialists1120 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 203Virginia Beach (757) 481-4424

colon-rectal surgery of tidewater3235 Academy Ave., Ste. 200Portsmouth (757) 484-9653

commonwealth surgical Associates3640 High St., Ste. 2-F Portsmouth (757) 397-23832790 Godwin Blvd., Ste. 305Suffolk (757) 539-7824

EVms surgery825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 610Norfolk (757) 446-8960112 E. Washington Ave.Suffolk (757) 934-1003

Express medical care1543 Amberley Forest Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 471-7700

mohib ni ghobrial, mD109 Wimbledon Sq., Ste. CChesapeake (757) 436-3630

charles ives, mDrobert c. Knowles, mD 160 Kingsley Ln., Ste. 400Norfolk (757) 889-6500

lakeview medical center general surgery2000 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 539-0251

norfolk surgical group, ltd.880 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 1000 Norfolk (757) 261-5000600 Gresham Dr.Norfolk (757) 388-61201950 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Ste. 310Virginia Beach (757) 261-5000213 Riverwalk Parkway, Ste. 101AChesapeake (757) 261-5175

raymond g. Pascual, mD 704 London St., Ste. BPortsmouth (757) 397-7122

sentara Obici Ambulatory surgery center2800 Godwin Blvd.Suffolk (757) 934-4040

southeastern surgical Associates113 Gainsborough Sq., Ste. 103Chesapeake (757) 548-1038

southside surgical Associates1080 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 422-2212

southside surgical group1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Ste. 310Virginia Beach (757) 507-0400

Earl c. strayhorn, mD 6160 Kempsville Cir., Ste. 317-BNorfolk (757) 461-4278

the breast care center355 Crawford St., Ste. 102Portsmouth (757) 397-3400

tidewater surgical specialists5818 Harbour View Blvd., Ste. 250 Suffolk (757) 483-3030

Vascular & transplant specialists397 Little Neck Rd., 3300 South Bldg., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 470-5570600 Greshamn Dr.Norfolk (757) 622-2649

Virginia beach Ambulatory surgical center1700 Will-O-Wisp Dr.Virginia Beach (757) 496-6400

Virginia beach surgery1975 Glenn Mitchell Rd., Ste. 302Virginia Beach (757) 481-23131020 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 481-2313

richard O. Wright, mD 1401 Tidewater Dr., Ste. 6Norfolk (757) 628-1599

HAnD surgEryHand Associates, Pc233 Business Park Dr., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 499-6400

Hand center6160 Kempsville Cir., Ste. 102-ANorfolk (757) 461-8300

Orthopaedic surgery centers5838 Harbour View Blvd., Ste. 100Suffolk (757) 673-56802012 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 539-1477 HEAltH cArEErsEastern Virginia medical school721 Fairfax Ave.Norfolk (757) 446-5600 HEAltH DEPArtmEntschesapeake Health Department748 N. Battlefield Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 382-8600

Eastern Virginia medical school721 Fairfax Ave.Norfolk (757) 446-5600

medical careers institute5501 Greenwich Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (866) 708-6175

norfolk Public Health Dept.830 Southhampton Ave., Ste. 200Norfolk (757) 683-2756

norfolk state university700 Park Ave.Norfolk (757) 823-8600

ODu college of Health sciencesNorfolk (757) 683-3685

Portsmouth Health Department1701 High St., Ste. 102Portsmouth (757) 393-8585

sentara school of Health Professions1441 Crossways Blvd., Ste. 105Chesapeake (757) 668-2900

suffolk Health Department135 Hall Ave., Ste. ASuffolk (757) 514-4700

tcc school of Health Professions1428 Cedar Rd.Chesapeake (757) 822-5100300 Granby StreetNorfolk (757) 822-11107000 College Dr.Portsmouth (757) 822-21241700 College CrescentVirginia Beach (757) 822-7100

Virginia beach Department of Public Health4452 Corporation Ln. Virginia Beach (757) 518-2646

HEAltH PrODucts& EQuiPmEntAccredited medical supply4602 Westgrove Court, Ste. BVirginia Beach (757) 631-4455

Apria Healthcare2730 Ayliff Rd., Ste. 102 Norfolk (757) 852-3929

Discount supplements Direct2704 N. Mall Dr., Ste. 104Virginia Beach (757) 631-13343813 Princess Anne Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 416-0234

For your Health & body3330 S. Military Hwy., Ste. 102Chesapeake (757) 558-9995

gnc4200 Portsmouth Blvd., Ste. 744Chesapeake (757) 465-27401628 Laskin Rd., Ste. 720Virginia Beach (757) 437-84312029 Lynnhaven Hwy. Virginia Beach (757) 471-78824554 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 250Virginia Beach (757) 497-04611169 Nemmo Pkwy., Ste. 206Virginia Beach (757) 563-25615020 N. Ferrell Pkwy. Virginia Beach (757) 467-7592

Harvey t’s natural market4208 Monarch Way Norfolk (757) 423-1808

Health Food centers5312 Kemps River Dr., Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 523-89617639 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 489-42421701 Colley Ave. Norfolk (757) 625-6656

Healthy living2301 Colley Ave., Ste. C Norfolk (757) 622-0011

Herbal Farmacy ii5045 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 106 Virginia Beach (757) 552-0060

Heritage Health Foods314 Laskin Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 428-0500

Katy’s D’lites Health Foods116 Chowan Dr. Portsmouth (757) 488-3355

max muscle sports nutrition237 Hanbury Rd. Chesapeake (757) 546-1290

med Emporium2320 E. Little Creek Rd. Norfolk (757) 588-1487701 N. Battlefield Blvd.Chesapeake (757) 312-01331940 Laskin Rd., Ste. 306Virginia Beach (757) 428-0787

medi Home care1220 Executive Blvd., Ste. 106Chesapeake (757) 382-0054

medical Equipment Distributors521 Central Dr., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 498-8225

navan Foods: the Allergy-Free Food shop4312 Holland Rd., Ste. 115Virginia Beach (757) 965-5422

Organic Food Depot4301 Commuter Dr., Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 467-8999

shaklee Food supplements1921 Perrel St. Virginia Beach (757) 460-5542

tycon medical801 Orapax St.Norfolk (757) 640-1709 usAnA Health sciences2565 Pamlico LoopVirginia Beach (757) 553-7517 Virginia garden Organic grocery3640 Dam Neck Rd., Ste. 24Virginia Beach (757) 427-0378

Water Plus5950 Poplar Hall Dr., Ste. 107Norfolk (757) 466-7293 HEAring & AuDiOlOgyAvada Audiology & Hearing care 610 W. Constance Rd. Suffolk (757) 934-8797

EVms Hearing & balance center600 Gresham Dr. Norfolk (757) 388-6250150 Kingsley LaneNorfolk (757) 889-6670933 First Colonial Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 422-9300

lakeview medical center Hearing & Audiology2000 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 934-94154868 Bridge Rd.Suffolk (757) 483-7186

maico Audiological services1021 Eden Way N., Ste. 111Chesapeake (757) 547-3560

sentara Hearing & balance center1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Ste. 310Virginia Beach (757) 507-0360

Virginia Hearing consultants241 Corporate Blvd.Norfolk (757) 412-1253 HEAring AiDsAdvanced Hearing systems5441 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 112Virginia Beach (757) 554-0661

Advanced Hearing technologies, inc.441 S. Independence Blvd., Ste. 2Virginia Beach (757) 456-5003

beach Hearing Aid centers337 Edwin Dr., Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 499-9844801 W. Little Creek Rd.Norfolk (757) 451-0511

beltone Audiology & Hearing Aid center291 Independence Blvd., Ste. 4-132Virginia Beach (757) 497-3900701 N. Battlefield Blvd., Ste. NChesapeake (757) 312-81003105 Western Branch Blvd., Ste. 4Portsmouth (757) 484-71117211 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 497-3900

costco Hearing Aid center850 Glenrock Rd.Norfolk (757) 459-4471

Healthy Hearing now2648 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. AVirginia Beach (757) 431-1999

mid-Atlantic Hearing & balance4868 Bridge RoadSuffolk (757) 483-71862000 Meade ParkwaySuffolk (757) 934-9421

miracle Ear880 N. Military Hwy., Ste. 1086Norfolk (757) 455-88044588 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 687-66434200 Portsmouth Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 465-88221401 Greenbrier Pkwy. Chesapeake (757) 420-8645

moran Hearing Aid center1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 307Virginia Beach (757) 460-1176

Quality Hearing Aid center810 Loudoun Ave. Portsmouth (757) 393-6195

sears Hearing Aid center1401 Greenbrier Pkwy. Chesapeake (757) 420-8645

Virginia Audiology3115 Western Branch Blvd., Ste. 101 Portsmouth (757) 483-02322469 Pruden Blvd. Suffolk (757) 539-46871821 Old Donation Pkwy., Ste. 10Virginia Beach (757) 481-4003231 W. Bute St. Norfolk (757) 625-4333

Virginia beach Hearing center984 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 302Virginia Beach (757) 481-0385

HOsPicE & HOmE cArEA-1 At Home care services101 Plume Street, Ste. 301Norfolk (757) 622-5975

All Heart Home Health Agency410 N. Center Drive, Bldg. 9, Ste. 102Norfolk (757) 961-0049

All star Health care114 W. 20th St. Norfolk (757) 622-3000

Americare Plus2200 Colonial Ave. Norfolk (757) 627-1921

Arcadia Health care762 Independence Blvd., Ste. 100-AVirginia Beach (757) 497-6459

Assisted living at Pritchard road206 Pritchard Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 340-8509

bon secours Home care861 Glenrock Rd., Ste. 155Norfolk (757) 213-7902

bon secours Hospice861 Glenrock Road, Ste. 155Norfolk (757) 889-4663

community Direct services420 N. Center Dr., Ste. 232Norfolk (757) 965-4899

community Personal care, inc.1761 Church St. Norfolk (757) 625-2220

Dailey’s Health care inc.4310 Indian River Rd., Ste. 7AChesapeake (757) 523-5207

Direct Home Health care inc.3100 London Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 405-6320

Doctor’s choice Home Health services2215 High St. Portsmouth (757) 398-0096

Elder care at Home, inc & the caregivers4663 Haygood Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 464-4800

Excel Professional Home Health Agency6320 N. Center Dr., Ste. 202Norfolk (757) 961-9874

genesys Home Health care, inc.6387 Center Dr., Ste. 2Norfolk (757) 961-5243

good shepherd Home Health care, inc.3617 Virginia Beach Blvd.Virginia Beach (757) 306-0800

guardian Homecare228 W. Bute St. Norfolk (757) 624-9999

Hand ‘n Heart 317 Office Square Ln., Ste. 201-A Virginia Beach (757) 490-1223

Heartland Home Health care & Hospice5040 Corporate Woods Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 490-9323

Hear Quick5386 Kemps River Dr., Ste. 112 Virginia Beach (757) 523-0504

Heavenly Home care3707 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 205Virginia Beach (757) 631-1181

Home instead senior care1301 Redgate Ave.Norfolk (757) 228-5832

Homechoice Partners5365 Robin Hood Rd., Ste. 200Norfolk (757) 855-4255

Home HelpersPO Box 9587 Chesapeake (757) 483-8243


Hope in-Home care6325 N. Center Dr., Ste. 120Norfolk (757) 455-0030

Hospice of VirginiaHampton roads(800) 501-0451

HPr Home Health4510 Holland Office Park, Ste. 503Virginia Beach (757) 201-6200

interim Healthcare516 S. Independence Blvd., Ste. 106Virginia Beach (757) 466-1401

intrepid usA Home Health services1025 Executive Blvd., Ste. 111Chesapeake (757) 548-6884

JFs Home Health care260 Grayson Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 489-3111

Kelly Home care services885 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 314Norfolk (757) 827-1221

marvina Home Health & Hospice1403 Greenbrier Pkwy., Ste. 901Chesapeake (757) 413-9095

maxim Healthcare services287 Independence Blvd., Ste. 118Virginia Beach (757) 490-3009

medi Home Health1112 Eden Way N., Ste. 200-BChesapeake (757) 420-7192

med staffing, inc.521 Central Dr., Ste. 101 Virginia Beach (757) 351-1396

Odyssey Healthcare6363 Center Dr., Ste. 201Norfolk (757) 461-0600

Personal touch Home care& Hospice of Virginia, inc.5505 Robin Hood Rd., Ste. 1-CNorfolk (757) 855-1355

Professional Healthcare resources, inc.5900 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 119Norfolk (757) 333-4969

Prosperity Homes5036 Cliffony Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 226-9106

rescare Homecare885 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 314Norfolk (757) 459-2360

senior Helpers900 Commonwealth Place, Ste. 207Virginia Beach (757) 353-6680

senior sit464 Investors Place, Ste. 204-LVirginia Beach (757) 490-4919

seniorcorp, inc.2200 Colonial Ave. Norfolk (757) 640-0557

sentara Home care services154 Burnetts Way, Ste. 102Suffolk (757) 538-9324535 Independence Pkwy., Ste. 200Chesapeake (757) 549-7755

solutions Home care1401 Tidewater Dr., Ste. 4Norfolk (757) 227-9926

stay at Home Personal care890 Poplar Hall Dr. Norfolk (757) 392-1001

tender loving care Health care services885 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 309Norfolk (757) 461-3567 HOsPitAls & clinicsbeach Health clinic3396 Holland Rd., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 428-5601

bon secours DePaul medical center150 Kingsley LaneNorfolk (757) 889-5000

bon secours Health center at Harbour View5818 Harbour View Blvd.Suffolk (757) 673-5800

bon secours Health center at Virginia beach828 Healthy WayVirginia Beach (757) 889-CARE

bon secours maryview medical center3636 High St. Portsmouth (757) 398-2200

chesapeake regional medical center736 Battlefield Blvd. N.Chesapeake (757) 312-8121

children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters601 Children’s Ln. Norfolk (757) 668-7098

chimney Hill medical Associates& urgent care3745 Holland Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 962-8720

DePaul medical center150 Kingsley Ln. Norfolk (757) 889-5000

lakeview medical center urgent care2000 Meade Pkwy. Suffolk (757) 934-93664868 Bridge Rd.Suffolk (757) 483-7100

nDc medical center850 Kempsville Rd.Norfolk (757) 261-5999

nowcare6632 Indian River Rd., Ste. 103Virginia Beach (757) 424-44427924 Chesapeake Blvd.Norfolk (757) 587-01572401 Godwin Blvd., Ste. 2Suffolk (757) 923-9660

Patient First2425 Taylor Rd.Chesapeake (757) 215-18001239 Cedar Rd.Chesapeake (757) 549-9935705 N. Battlefield Blvd.Chesapeake (757) 547-06885486 Indian River Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 424-2490332 Newtown Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 473-84003432 Holland Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 468-18551605 General Booth Blvd.Virginia Beach (757) 721-0512

sentara bayside Hospital800 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 363-6100

sentara belleHarbour3920 Bridge Rd., Ste. ASuffolk (757) 983-2200

sentara Heart Hospital600 Gresham Dr.Norfolk (757) 388-8000

sentara leigh Hospital830 Kempsville Rd. Norfolk (757) 261-6000

sentara norfolk general Hospital600 Gresham Dr. Norfolk (757) 388-3000

sentara Obici Hospital2800 Godwin Blvd. Suffolk (757) 934-4000

sentara Princess Anne1975 Glenn Mitchell Dr.Virginia Beach (757) 507-0000

sentara Virginia beach general Hospital1060 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 395-8000 HyPnOsisbonheur & Associates counseling center, ltd. 5939 Village St. Portsmouth (757) 484-4025

center for clinical Hypnosis3210 Churchland Blvd., Ste. 4Chesapeake (757) 483-3404

center for clinical Hypnosis1709 Colley Ave. Norfolk (757) 483-3404

genesis Hypnosis337 Edwin Dr., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 424-1893

Judy Higdon4101 Granby St., Ste. 302Norfolk (757) 623-8110

Hypnotherapy by lynelle3634 S. Plaza Trail, Ste. 204Virginia Beach (757) 237-1737

Patricia lindgren5215 Colley Ave. Norfolk (757) 440-5009

stephen A. schechner, mD1032 Ducking Point TrailVirginia Beach (757) 460-3322

tidewater Hypnosis2405 Keaton St. Virginia Beach (757) 471-7002 inFEctiOus DisEAsEcenter for comprehensive care of immune Deficiency825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 525Norfolk (757) 446-8999

EVms Department of infectious Diseases825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 410Norfolk (757) 446-8910

infectious Disease consultants6161 Kempsville Cir., Ste. 220Norfolk (757) 455-9036

matthew tignor, mD923 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 1801Virginia Beach (757) 491-3130

norfolk Diagnostic center850 Kempsville Rd.Norfolk (757) 466-5900 intErnAl mEDicinEDavid l. Akins, mD301 Goode Way, Ste. 101 Portsmouth (757) 399-7000

Amelia internal medicine885 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 224Norfolk (757) 455-5545

Anthony t. Amble, mD816 Independence Blvd., Ste. 1-HVirginia Beach (757) 464-2013

Anesthesia specialists138 S. Rosemont Rd., Ste. 215Virginia Beach (757) 431-9551

Atlantic Anesthesia134 Business Park Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 473-0044

battlefield medical Associates675 Battlefield Blvd. N. Chesapeake (757) 436-7888

bayside internal medicine1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 311Virginia Beach (757) 318-3700

Vernis l. beverly, mD3800 Poplar Hill Rd.Chesapeake (757) 484-2001

nihar r. bhowmik, mD301 Goode Way, Ste. 103Portsmouth (757) 399-0701

bon secours Occumed4300 Portsmouth Blvd., Ste. 220Chesapeake (757) 465-4000

r. michael camp, mDrobert F. mann, mDWerner martens, mDWilliam t. naylor, mD902 Graydon Ave. Norfolk (757) 622-1661

chesapeake internists, ltd.113 Gainsborough Sq., Ste. 300Chesapeake (757) 547-9286

chesapeake sleep & internal medicine300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 200Chesapeake (757) 609-3380

chest medicine1821 Old Donation Pkwy., Ste. 11Virginia Beach (757) 481-4163

christian medical Associates4654 Haygood Rd., Ste. BVirginia Beach (757) 363-1000

churchland internal medicine2994 Churchland Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 484-0500

corporation lane internal medicine4460 Corporation Lane Virginia Beach (757) 518-8823

richard l. cullen, Jr., mD828 Healthy Way, Ste. 220 Virginia Beach (757) 455-6368

Don conaway, mD1716 Sir William Osler Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 481-1909

consultants in internal medicine229 W. Bute St.Norfolk (757) 388-1844

Dedicated care center229 W. Bute St., Ste. 910Norfolk (757) 388-1055

manuela m. Delacruz160 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 103 Norfolk (757) 889-6677

Diamond springs medical Associates1270 Diamond Springs Rd., Ste. 110Virginia Beach (757) 464-6944

Desai V. Dirghayu, mD3703 County St. Portsmouth (757) 393-2288

EVms internal medicine Primary care825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 410 Norfolk (757) 446-8920

Executive Evaluation center229 W. Bute St., Ste. 900Norfolk (757) 388-1870

Family & internal medical center2020 S Independence Blvd., Ste. 1Virginia Beach (757) 471-3100

Alfred Fernandez, mD, FAcP512 Albermarle Dr.Chesapeake (757) 547-4747

Joseph Forestiere, mD533 Newtown Rd., Ste. 104Virginia Beach (757) 490-2855

Pamela J. gray, mD6161 Kempsville Circle, Ste. 315Norfolk (757) 461-5400

greater suffolk medical114 N. Main St., Ste. 200Suffolk (757) 934-1003

group for internal medicine229 W. Bute St., Ste. 500Norfolk (757) 388-1020

David s. Haden, mD5505 Indian River Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 420-9573

Hague internal medicine400 W. Brambleton Ave., Ste. 104Norfolk (757) 627-7700

Pedro Hasas, mD1815 E. Little Creek Rd.Norfolk (757) 583-4329

James J. Hatcher, mD840 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 203Virginia Beach (757) 491-2466

sue b. Hudson, mD802 Newtown Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 497-0606

integrated medical services1446 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 204 Virginia Beach (757) 474-7460

internal medicine, Kidney & Hypertension center5700 Lake Wright Dr., Ste. 101Norfolk (757) 502-4840

internal medicine of Portsmouth3300 High St., Ste. 100Portsmouth (757) 622-3251

internal medicine specialists142 W. York St., Ste. 508 Norfolk (757) 622-3260

internists at Western branch4020 Raintree Rd., Ste. BChesapeake (757) 465-84504105 Chesapeak Square Blvd.Chesapeake (757) 405-0050

internists Of churchland4041 Taylor Rd., Ste. GChesapeake (757) 484-5828

robert m. Jurko, mD3101 American Legion Rd.Chesapeake (757) 484-5516

Kempsville road medical Associates6161 Kempsville Circle, Ste. 225Norfolk (757) 455-6368

Kidney and medical specialists7428 Tidewater Dr. Norfolk (757) 588-1100

Herbert Knight, mD4460 Corporation Ln., Ste. 190Virginia Beach (757) 518-8823

lakeview medical center internal medicine2000 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 934-93954868 Bridge Rd.Suffolk (757) 483-7100

Jose D. leoncio, mD1061 George Washington Hwy. N. Chesapeake (757) 485-5371

carolina b. longa, mD700 Independence Cir., Ste. 1-BVirginia Beach (757) 473-2021

norma O. magpoc, mD1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 206Virginia Beach (757) 464-0909

Kouichi matsushige, mD805 Rodman Ave. Portsmouth (757) 399-0137

medical consultants of Virginia255 W. Bute St.Norfolk (757) 627-3790

the medical Practice710 Liberty St. Chesapeake (757) 543-6861

musselmani internal medicine1422 Poindexter St. Chesapeake (757) 543-3557

maryam nowroozi, mD110 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 309Norfolk (757) 889-2006

Patient choice957 W. 21st St., Ste. ENorfolk (757) 622-8358

Portsmouth community Health center664 Lincoln St. Portsmouth (757) 397-0042

D. m. rice, mD3921 Kingman Ave. Portsmouth (757) 399-5000

gordon A. ryan, mD400 Gresham Dr., Ste. 411Norfolk (757) 624-9433

Alessio c. salsano, mD5301 Providence Rd., Ste. 90Virginia Beach (757) 495-6896

James t. saunders, mD301 Goode Way, Ste. 105Portsmouth (757) 399-4028

maureen c. seawell, mD801 W. Little Creek Rd., Ste. 104Norfolk (757) 451-3720

Parimal soni, mD3235 Academy Ave., Ste. 300 Portsmouth (757) 484-3454

Alfredo soriano, mD610 E. Liberty St. Chesapeake (757) 545-3689

barron H. stillman, mD1821 Old Donation Pkwy., Ste. 2Virginia Beach (757) 481-6167

george m. tannous, mD828 Healthy Way, Ste. 220Virginia Beach (757) 889-2273

team Health Hospitalist maryview medical center3636 High StreetPortsmouth (757) 398-2285

tidewater medical clinic111 Coastal Way Chesapeake (757) 549-9671

Virginia beach internal medicine1860 Colonial Medical Ct. Virginia Beach (757) 481-11131100 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 202Virginia Beach (757) 967-8640

Virgnia beach Premier medical1856 Colonial Medical Court Virginia Beach (757) 416-6750

imtiaz Zaman, mD1015 Eden Way N., Ste. EChesapeake (757) 436-2620 mEDicAl trAnsPOrtAtiOn5 star medical transport801 Butler St., Ste. 5Chesapeake (757) 558-4050

Accent transportation services, inc.124 Robert Hall Ct., Ste. 101Chesapeake (757) 605-0605

Eastern medical transport4740 West Norfolk Rd. Portsmouth (757) 483-3186

Hampton roads medical Express1506 Parker Ave. Portsmouth (757) 393-9446

medical transport 5792 Arrowhead Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 671-8911

special Assignment1209 Baker Rd., Ste. 512Virginia Beach (757) 228-5815

We’ll get you there medical transport522 S. Independence Blvd., Ste. 102-BVirginia Beach (757) 499-8111 nEPHrOlOgy & rEnAl HEAltHmosta g. Haque, mD301 Goode Way, Ste. 201Portsmouth (757) 397-0700

Kempsville Dialysis6320 North Center Dr., Ste. 140Norfolk (757) 466-9446

nephrology Associates of tidewater907 Medical TowerNorfolk (757) 622-8181400 Gresham Dr., Ste. 907Norfolk (757) 627-7301

Portsmouth nephrology3235 Academy Ave., Ste. 301Portsmouth (757) 484-9400

suresh K. rijhwani, mD400 Gresham Dr., Ste. 907Norfolk (757) 627-7301

tidewater Kidney specialists400 Gresham Dr., Ste. 301Norfolk (757) 623-00051157 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 628-0005 nEurOlOgy & nEurOsurgEryAtlantic neurosurgical services1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 210Virginia Beach (757) 460-0455

bayside neurology816 Independence Blvd., Ste. 2-HVirginia Beach (757) 363-6610

bon secours neuroscience center3640 High St., Ste. 1-FPortsmouth (757) 215-3565

EVms sleep Disorders center600 Gresham Dr., Norfolk (757) 388-3322

Patrick F. Kilhenny, mD880 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 2500Norfolk (757) 461-00501201 First Colony RoadVirginia Beach (757) 425-5550

robert A. nash, mD5589 Greenwich Rd., Ste. 175Virginia Beach (757) 490-9311

neurosurgical Associates150 Burnetts Way Suffolk (757) 539-2037400 Gresham Dr., Ste. 200Norfolk (757) 622-53251788 Republic Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 496-3487

neurological Associates of Hampton roads300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 212Chesapeake (757) 547-0508

neurological consultants of Virginia beach1008 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 481-1444

neurology & Acupuncture clinic1520 Breezeport Way, Ste. 600Suffolk (757) 638-3316

neurology consultants & sleep Disorders center637 Kingsborough Sq., Ste. EChesapeake (757) 410-2804516 Innovation Dr., Ste. 203Chesapeake (757) 410-28041540 Breezeport Way, Ste. 500Suffolk (757) 686-2800

neurology specialists6161 Kempsville Circle, Ste. 315Norfolk (757) 461-5400

neurosurgical specialists580 E. Main St., Ste. 200 Norfolk (757) 625-4455

neurosurgery at the beach1080 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 400Virginia Beach (757) 395-8720

neil l. Pugach, mD Pc921 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 1715Virginia Beach (757) 226-0603

sentara neurology specialists1950 Glenn Mitchell Drive, Suite 200Virginia Beach (757) 507-06001800 Camelot, Suite H201Virginia Beach (757) 363-6610850 Kemspville Road, 2cnd floor, Suite 5Norfolk (757) 934-4580600 Gresham Dr., Ste. 8630Norfolk (757) 388-61052800 Godwin Blvd., Suite 320Suffolk (757) 934-4580

tidewater neurologists & sleep Disorder specialists3235 Academy Ave., Ste. 305Portsmouth (757) 686-9300200 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 109Chesapeake (757) 549-88004480 Holland Office Park, Ste. 225Virginia Beach (757) 228-5801154 Burnetts Way, Ste. 101Suffolk (757) 934-9200

Virginia beach neurology ltd.968 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 103Virginia Beach (757) 481-3808

nOn-PrOFit OrgAniZAtiOnsAccEss AiDs care222 W. 21st St., Ste. F-308Norfolk (757) 622-29899

Alzheimer’s Association6350 Center Dr., Ste. 102Norfolk (757) 459-2405

American Diabetes Association870 Greenbrier Cir., Ste. 404Chesapeake (757) 424-6662

American Parkinson Disease Association4560 Princess Anne Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 495-3062

American red cross5265 Providence Rd., Ste. 401Virginia Beach (757) 486-1908

the Arthritis Foundation5101 Cleveland St., Ste. 307Virginia Beach (757) 456-1119

AWArE Worldwide, inc.2697 International Pkwy. Virginia Beach (757) 965-8373

cancer care Foundation of tidewater6160 Kempsville Cir.Norfolk (757) 461-8488

catholic charities of Eastern Virginia5361 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. AVirginia Beach (757) 456-2366

citizens’ committee to Protect the Elderly407 Oak Mears Crescent Virginia Beach (757) 518-8500Edmarc Hospice for children516 London St. Portsmouth (757) 967-9251

Endependence center, inc.6300 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk (757) 461-8007

EQui-KiDs therapeutic riding Program1252 Oceana Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 425-8833

Food bank of southeastern Virginia800 Tidewater Drive Norfolk (757) 627-6599

girl scout council of colonial coast912 Cedar RoadChesapeake (757) 547-4405

Help & Emergency response, inc.Portsmouth (757) 485-1445

Hope House Foundation801 Boush St., Ste. 302Norfolk (757) 625-6161

Jewish Family service of tidewater260 Grayson Road Virginia Beach (757) 321-2223

Judeo-christian Outreach center1053 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 491-2846

lee’s Friends: Helping People live with cancer7400 Hampton Blvd., Ste. 201Norfolk (757) 440-7501

lifenet Health1864 Concert Dr.Virginia Beach (757) 464-4761

meals on Wheels 3750 Sentara Way Virginia Beach (757) 306-2721

muscular Dystrophy Association6325 N. Center Dr., Ste. 110Norfolk (757) 461-0177

national ms society760 Lynnhaven Pkwy., Ste. 201Virginia Beach (757) 490-9627

Prime Plus/Adult Day servicesnorfolk senior center7300 Newport Ave., Ste.100Norfolk (757) 625-5857

ronald mcDonald House404 Colley Ave. Norfolk (757) 627-5386

senior services of southeast Virginia6350 Center Dr., Ste. 101Norfolk (757) 461-9481

sentara Health Foundation6015 Poplar Hall Dr.Norfolk (757) 455-7976

southeastern Virginia training center 2100 Steppingstone Square Chesapeake (757) 424-8240

st. mary's Home for Disabled children6171 Kempsville CircleNorfolk (757) 622-2208

Sugar Plum, inc.1353 Laskin Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 422-3913

the up center1805 Airline Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 397-2121222 W. 19th Street Norfolk (757) 622-7017

yWcA of south Hampton roads5215 Colley AvenueNorfolk (757) 625-4248

ObstEtrics & gynEcOlOgyArt & science of Ob/gyn1101 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 481-3366

Associated Obstetricians & gynecologists2147 Old Greenbrier Rd., Ste. DChesapeake (757) 547-0990

Atlantic Obstetrics & gynecology3720 Holland Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 463-1234680-C Kingsborough Sq.Chesapeake (757) 548-0044

beach center For infertility844 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 202Virginia Beach (757) 428-0002

chesapeake Women’s care300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 300Chesapeake (757) 548-3880

churchland Ob/gyn3802 Poplar Hill Rd., Ste. CChesapeake (757) 483-4600

coastal Obstetrics & gynecology1744 Sir William Osler Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 481-4036

Diane l. H. coltrin, mD, Pc6161 Kempsville Cir.Norfolk (757) 227-8675

commonwealth Women’s Healthcare2020 S. Independence Blvd., Ste. 5Virginia Beach (757) 471-6903

complete Women’s care1080 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 300Virginia Beach (757) 481-72221975 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Ste. 202Virginia Beach (757) 481-7222

margie corney, mD FAcOg817 Greenbrier Pkwy., Ste. BChesapeake (757) 548-2800

EVms Obstetrics & gynecology160 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 205Norfolk (757) 625-0557825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 310Norfolk (757) 446-7979

EVms urogynecology825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 310Norfolk (757) 446-7900

Family medical Practitioners1147 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 460-1207

greenbrier Obstetrics713 Volvo Pkwy., Ste. 200Chesapeake (757) 547-4500

the group for Women300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 308Chesapeake (757) 547-5446880 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 2200Norfolk (757) 466-6350250 W. Brambleton Ave., Ste. 202Norfolk (757) 688-3172

gynecology specialists112 Gainsborough Sq., Ste. 100Chesapeake (757) 312-8221

Hampton roads Ob/gyn center150 Kingsley LaneNorfolk (757) 889-6890

Health care For Women, inc321 Edwin Dr.Virginia Beach (757) 671-1112

lakeview medical center Ob/gyn2000 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 539-02514868 Bridge Rd.Suffolk (757) 483-7108

maternal- Fetal medicine825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 310Norfolk (757) 446-79001080 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 305Virginia Beach (757) 395-8900

maryview Foundation Health clinic3636 High St.Portsmouth (757) 215-3100

stephen A. miller, mD1729 Wildwood Dr., Ste. 103Virginia Beach (757) 481-3179


Javaid A. Perwaiz, mD3003 Churchland Blvd.Chesapeake (757) 483-6430109 Wimbledon Sq.Chesapeake (757) 547-9585

Planned Parenthood5441 Virginia Beach Blvd.Virginia Beach (757) 473-8116425 W. 20th St.Norfolk (757) 624-9224

Portsmouth Ob/gyn301 Goode Way, Ste. 206Portsmouth (757) 215-0260

William K. rand, iii 824 Greenbrier Pkwy., Ste. 100Chesapeake (757) 410-7390

reproductive Health care700 Independence Cir., Ste. 2-AVirginia Beach (757) 363-2800

specialists for Women2790 Godwin Blvd., Ste. 360 Suffolk (757) 539-3911

tidewater Physicians for Women844 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 208Norfolk (757) 461-3890828 Healthy Way, Ste. 330Virginia Beach (757) 461-3890

totalcare For Women612 Kingsborough Sq., Ste. 200Chesapeake (757) 436-0167813 Independence Blvd., Ste. DVirginia Beach (757) 497-1400

richard Valentine, mD & Associates700 Independence Cir., Ste. 3-AVirginia Beach (757) 473-2021

Virginia beach Obstetrics & gynecology1181 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 425-16005320 Providence Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 420-1414

Virginia center For Women1101 Madison Plz., Ste. 201Chesapeake (757) 547-2322

richard n. Willard, mD110 Kingslee Ln., Ste. 508Norfolk (757) 489-7331

Western branch center for Women3806 Poplar Hill Rd., Ste. BChesapeake (757) 484-7200

Western branch Ob/gyn3253 Taylor Rd., Ste. 200Chesapeake (757) 686-56734037 Taylor Road, Ste. CChesapeake (757) 484-2272

Womancare centers100 Kingsley Ln., Ste. 400Norfolk (757) 451-0929400 Gresham Dr., Ste. 811Norfolk (757) 623-3845

Women’s Health choice1080 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 403Virginia Beach (757) 496-6537

OccuPAtiOnAl HEAltHi & O medical centers1290 Diamond Springs Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 460-0700

OncOlOgybayside Hematology & Oncology1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 208Virginia Beach (757) 464-6464

cancer specialists of tidewater110 Wimbledon Sq,. Ste. EChesapeake (757) 436-2995

Delta Oncology Associates104 Palmyra Dr. Suffolk (757) 934-2331355 Crawford St., Ste. 102Portsmouth (757) 396-6333612 Kingsborough Sq., Ste. 300Chesapeake (757) 215-0229

EVms surgical Oncology825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 610Norfolk (757) 446-8960

george Kemp, mD1120 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 202Virginia Beach (757) 481-0327

lake Wright radiation Oncology center5900 Lake Wright Dr.Norfolk (757) 213-5770

martha Davis cancer center3640 High St., Ste. 1-EPortsmouth (757) 398-2447

thomas W. montag, mD, Plc109 Wimbledon Sq., Ste. FChesapeake (757) 436-9898

sidney m. Oman cancer center736 Battlefield Blvd. N. Chesapeake (757) 312-6294

soundar rajan, mD, FAcP1015 Eden Way N., Ste. BChesapeake (757) 436-3266

James J. stark, mD5835 Harbour View Blvd.Suffolk (757) 397-4200

Virginia Hematology & Oncology885 Kempsville Rd.Norfolk (757) 466-1800

Virginia Oncology Associates1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 368-04375900 Lake Wright Dr. Norfolk (757) 466-8683300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 314Chesapeake (757) 549-44035818 Harbour View Blvd., Ste. 230Suffolk (757) 686-1042150 Burnett's Way, Ste. 310Suffolk (757) 539-06703235 Academy Ave., Ste. 100Portsmouth (757) 484-0215

OPHtHAlmOlOgyAapecs Eye care279 Indepencence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 552-0800

Atlantic Eye consultants1012 First Colonial Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 481-3800

Atlantic Ophthalmology700 Independence Cir., Ste. 2-DVirginia Beach (757) 497-1987

beach Eye care1201 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 425-5550

William K. blaylock, mD400 Gresham Dr.. Ste. 702Norfolk (757) 533-5437

Eyelid & Oculoplastic consultants1821 Old Donation Pkwy., Ste. 6Virginia Beach (757) 496-4864

Eye specialists, ltd.813 Independence Blvd., Ste. BVirginia Beach (757) 490-9091

First colonial Eye center848 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 428-1005

rey m. Francisco, mD5265 Providence Rd., Ste. 505Virginia Beach (757) 495-9525

glaucoma & laser center160 Kingsley Ln., Ste. 300Norfolk (757) 440-1144828 Healthy Way, Ste. 300Virginia Beach (757) 440-1144

Paul griffey, mD508 Baylor Ct., Ste. CVirginia Beach (757) 410-9500

Hampton roads retina center1230 Progressive Dr., Ste. 100Chesapeake (757) 436-0011828 Healthy Way, Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 436-0011

Allan c. Henry, mD1881 E. Little Creek Rd. Norfolk (757) 480-0111

mandell retina center397 Little Neck Rd., Ste. 202Virginia Beach (757) 227-4300

stephanie marioneaux, mD300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 108Chesapeake (757) 547-5805

mark mccarthy, mD400 Gresham Dr., Ste. 802Norfolk (757) 624-1300

mid-Atlantic Eye care109 Wimbledon Sq., Ste. EChesapeake (757) 547-3249

norfolk Eye Physicians & surgeons1005 May Ave. Norfolk (757) 623-2123

Premier Opthalmology477 Viking Dr., Ste. 110Virginia Beach (757) 340-8383

retina group of tidewater400 Gresham Dr., Ste. 308Norfolk (757) 622-7000

gary sajko, DOcasey napora, mD2463 Pruden Blvd. Suffolk (757) 925-1136

Parbhur singh, mD1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 213-BVirginia Beach (757) 363-1948

southside Eye care3206 Churchland Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 484-0101747 Volvo Parkway, Ste. 102Chesapeake (757) 548-0202

studio Aesthetica1821 Old Donation Pkwy., Ste. 6Virginia Beach (757) 496-4864

tidewater Eye centers3235 Academy Ave., Ste. 101Portsmouth (757) 483-04003603 County St.Portsmouth (757) 397-46661564 Laskin Rd., Ste. 192Virginia Beach (757) 422-4235805 N. Battlefield Blvd.Chesapeake (757) 549-4848

Verdi Eye specialists7312 Granby St., Ste. 1Norfolk (757) 583-5826

Virginia beach Eye center465 North Great Neck Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 481-5555

Virginia Eye consultants241 Corporate Blvd. Norfolk (757) 622-2200

Virginia Opthalmology Associates885 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 101Norfolk (757) 461-1444

Virginia Pediatric Eye center880 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 2500Norfolk (757) 461-0050

Wagner macula & retina center968 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 481-4400

OPtOmEtryAtlantic Eye care4217 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 340-7070

better Vision Eyeglass center3603 County St. Portsmouth (757) 397-46661564 Laskin Rd., Ste. 192Virginia Beach (757) 422-4235

Albert D. bohon, Jr., OD311 Johnstown Rd. Chesapeake (757) 547-2777

marylin borza, OD701 Lynnhaven Parkway, Ste. 1189 Virginia Beach (757) 486-4368

carney retina & macula center4433 Corporation Lane, Ste. 195Virginia Beach (757) 227-6340

Douglas cassidy, OD1170 N. Military Hwy. Norfolk (757) 461-3442

thomas r. cheezum, ODJ. Andrew miller, OD801 Volvo Pkwy., Ste. 133Chesapeake (757) 549-2225

chesapeake Optometrists508 Baylor Ct., Ste. CChesapeake (757) 410-9500

coastal Vision676 N. Battlefield Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 426-20202000 General Booth Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 426-20201729 Wildwood Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 426-2020

mitchell l. corey, OD325 W. 21st St. Norfolk (757) 622-3937

James V. cornetta, OD226 Fort Ln. Portsmouth (757) 393-6131

mark crafford, OD & Associates296 Constitution Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 671-8957

Developmental Vision care1417 N. Battlefield Blvd., Ste. 170Chesapeake (757) 410-3005

Dominion Eye care812 Eden Way Chesapeake (757) 424-41776113 Indian River Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 420-2053125 Janaf Shopping Ctr. Norfolk (757) 461-3101

Enochs Eye care3575 Bridge Rd., Ste. 21Suffolk (757) 638-2015

the Eye specialists 813 Independence Blvd., Ste. BVirginia Beach (757) 490-9091

Family Eyecare2021 Lynnhaven Pkwy. Virginia Beach (757) 471-8400

ghent Eye care1900 Colley Ave. Norfolk (757) 622-5595

gilbert Eyecare1547 Laskin Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 425-0200

Hilltop Eyecare center612 Hilltop West Shopping Center Virginia Beach (757) 491-1977

William c. Holcomb, OD160 Mt. Pleasant Rd. Chesapeake (757) 482-4022

insight Optometrists1401 Greenbrier Pkwy., Ste. 1106Chesapeake (757) 424-0724

m. E. Jackson, OD4642 Haygood Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 464-5842

gregory P. Jellenek, OD & Associates1200 N. Main St. Suffolk (757) 925-04951521 Sam’s Cir. Chesapeake (757) 436-65461170 Amphibious Dr. Norfolk (757) 464-2199

Joyful Eyecare, Pc300 E. Monticello Ave., Ste. 101 Norfolk (757) 625-7400737 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 301-AVirginia Beach (757) 422-4227

Donald b. Kelly, OD880 N. Military Hwy., Ste. 1087Norfolk (757) 466-1574

Kempsville Eye center5308 Providence Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 467-6200

Joanna Kushon, OD3590 Holland Rd., Ste. 104 Virginia Beach (757) 340-9680

steven laderberg, OD5241 Princess Anne Rd., Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 499-2020

Kenneth A. lebow, OD 345 Edwin Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 497-5555

lenscrafters1401 Greenbrier Pkwy., Ste. 2112Chesapeake (757) 420-30324200 Portsmouth Blvd., Ste. 49Chesapeake (757) 465-8787701 Lynnhaven Pkwy., Space B-2Virginia Beach (757) 431-0950296 Constitution Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 499-1375300 E. Monticello Ave., Ste. 160Norfolk (757) 533-5200

marcia K. leverett, OD2701 North Mall Dr., Ste. 111Virginia Beach (757) 486-2015

lifetime Eyecare center1249 Cedar Rd. Chesapeake (757) 436-3937

gregory lohr, OD sylvia lohr, OD300 E. Monticello Ave., Ste. 161Norfolk (757) 533-5120

David A. lotz, OD1238 Holland Rd., Ste. 103Suffolk (757) 539-8716

master Opticians801 Boush St., Ste. A-1Norfolk (757) 622-7804

mark mccarthy, OD400 Gresham Dr., Ste. 308Norfolk (757) 490-1913

Edward millan, OD801 Boush St., Ste. A-2Norfolk (757) 622-7449

Andrew s. miller, OD4000 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 116Virginia Beach (757) 463-6769

Paul g. moershell, iii, OD291 Independence Blvd., Ste. 110Virginia Beach (757) 499-2389

national Optometry1401 Greenbrier Pkwy. S., Ste. 115 Chesapeake (757) 523-20001437 Sam’s Dr., Unit 70Chesapeake (757) 548-45704300 Portsmouth Blvd., Ste. 180Chesapeake (757)465-55552720 N. Mall Dr., Ste. 148Virginia Beach (757) 431-11111255 Fordham Dr., Ste. 114Virginia Beach (757) 523-01615900 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 10Virginia Beach (757) 466-4140

the Optical shoppe3206 Churchland Blvd.Chesapeake (757) 484-0303

Pearle Vision1401 Greenbrier Pkwy. Chesapeake (757) 424-3135737 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 301Virginia Beach (757) 422-4224701 Lynnhaven Pkwy., Ste. 1189Virginia Beach (757) 463-21364554 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 830Virginia Beach (757) 456-9708128 E. Little Creek Rd. Norfolk (757) 480-1134300 E. Monticello Ave. Norfolk (757) 628-9240

george W. Pegram, iii, OD1109 Poindexter St. Chesapeake (757) 545-3930

Earl Pollock, OD3282 Western Branch Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 484-8080

thomas rader, OD5913 Portsmouth Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 488-0192

sears Optical4200 Portsmouth Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 465-4280

selden Optique141 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 627-3937

shoemaker Vision center1608 Pleasure House Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 460-9402

southern Eyecare Associates7525 Tidewater Dr., Ste. 41Norfolk (757) 588-5423

tidewater Eye Associates3235 Academy Ave., Ste. 101Portsmouth (757) 488-9686

William W. townsend, OD4224 Holland Rd., Ste. 108Virginia Beach (757) 463-0000

Virginia beach Eye center465 N. Great Neck Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 481-5555

J. micheal Weil, OD4554 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 660Virginia Beach (757) 497-1724

steven r. Wilkins, OD5386 Kemps River Dr., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 420-2001

michael Xu, OD7530 Tidewater Dr., Ste. ANorfolk (757) 480-5005

Joel Zaba, OD & Associates281 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 497-9575

OrtHOPEDics & sPOrts mEDicinEAtlantic Orthopaedic specialists844 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 101Norfolk (757) 321-33001975 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 321-33001800 Camelot Dr., Ste. 300Virginia Beach (757) 321-3300160 Kingsley Ln., Ste. 405Norfolk (757) 321-33006387 Center Drive, Ste. 101Norfolk (757) 321-3300

chesapeake center4300 Portsmouth Blvd., Ste. 220Chesapeake (757) 465-7651

children's Orthopedic & sports medicine171 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 201Norfolk (757) 668-6550733 Volvo Pkwy., Ste. 100Chesapeake (757) 548-6770

DePaul medsurg150 Kingsley Ln.Norfolk (757) 889-5449

DePaul Outpatient7300 Newport Ave., Ste. 300Norfolk (757) 217-0333

DePaul transitional care center150 Kingsley Ln.Norfolk (757) 889-3278

Eastern Virginia Hand center816 Independence Blvd., Ste. 3-BVirginia Beach (757) 464-5441

Edward W. gold, mD200 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 105Chesapeake (757) 547-0302

Edward D. Habeeb, mD300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 304Chesapeake (757) 547-7856

glasson sports medicine968 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 412-1005

Harbour View5838 Harbour View Blvd., Ste. 130Suffolk (757) 673-5971

Jordan young institute5716 Cleveland St., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 490-4802

lawrence r. morales, mDglenn W. nichols, mD, Pc200 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 111Chesapeake (757) 547-9301

maryview Aru3636 High St.Portsmouth (757) 398-4166

maryview Hospital3636 High St. W.Portsmouth (757) 398-2321

maryview nursing center4775 Bridge Rd.Suffolk (215) 1067

Orthopaedic Associates Of Virginia6275 E. Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 300Norfolk (757) 461-1688

Orthopaedic center for Foot & Ankle reconstruction150 Kingsley Ln. Norfolk (757) 889-6580

Orthopedic surgery centers2012 Meade Pkwy. Suffolk (757) 673-56805838 Harbour View Blvd., Ste. 100Suffolk (757) 673-56803300 High St., Ste. 1Portsmouth (757) 673-5680

Portsmouth rehabcare5553 Portsmouth Blvd.Portsmouth (757) 465-7906

Portsmouth ymcA4900 High St. W.Portsmouth (757) 483-4518

Douglas r. schreiber, mD1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 306Virginia Beach (757) 460-1144

sentara Division of Orthopedic trauma600 Gresham Dr.Norfolk (757) 388-5680

the spine center2012 Meade Pkwy. Suffolk (757) 538-01023640 High St., Ste. 2-APortsmouth (757) 397-6930

sports medicine & Orthopedic center100 Wimbledon Sq., Ste. AChesapeake (757) 547-5145150 Burnetts Way Suffolk (757) 539-9333

Virginia beach rehab care828 Healthy Way, Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 463-2540

Virginia institute for sports medicine1800 Republic Rd., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 422-84761232 Perimeter Pkwy., Ste. 205Virginia Beach (757) 422-8476600 Gresham Dr.Norfolk (757) 422-8476

Wardell Orthopaedics& Harbour sports medicine5818-D Harbour View Blvd., Ste. 150Suffolk (757) 215-1400

PAin mAnAgEmEntAdvanced Pain management & rehabilitation 5665 Lowery Rd., Ste. 100Norfolk (757) 422-2966637 Kingsborough Sq., Ste. GChesapeake (757) 548-5102

center for Pain management, Pc3315 High St. Portsmouth (757) 399-0759

Essential Wellness3500 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. 420Virginia Beach (757) 685-4325

gershon Pain specialists1133 First Colonial Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 496-2050

lakeview medical center Pain management& Physical medicine2000 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 942-9815

smsc of suffolk150 Burnetts Way Suffolk (757) 539-9333

spine & Orthopedic spine center Pc6160 Kempsville Cri., Ste. 303ANorfolk (757) 333-3360113 Gainsborough Sq., Ste. 400Chesapeake (757) 549-2492

tanya Harris, mD400 Gresham Dr., Ste. 712Norfolk (757) 622-8181

PEDiAtricsAdult & Pediatric medical Associates3800 Poplar Hill Rd., Ste. DChesapeake (757) 484-2001

Atlantic Pediatric specialists1080 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 412Virginia Beach (757) 395-6500

bayside Pediatrics1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 105Virginia Beach (757) 460-5521

bermisa & bermisa, mD, Plc110 American Legion Rd. Chesapeake (757) 673-6801

chesapeake Pediatrics inc733 Volvo Pkwy., Ste. 200Chesapeake (757) 547-5558

children's specialty group, Pllc601 Children’s Ln. Norfolk (757) 668-75002021 Concert Dr.Virginia Beach (757) 668-7500

gloria V. De la cruz, mD500 Rodman Ave., Ste. 5Portsmouth (757) 399-6192

Dolly gupta, mD424 N. Main St., Ste. 2Suffolk (757) 934-2200

Jowita Dziatkiewicz, mD109 Wimbledon Sq., Ste. DChesapeake (757) 547-2066

ghazala Khan, mD4221 Pleasant Valley Road, Ste. 114Virginia Beach (757) 495-7420

sung y. Kim, mD3409 South St. Portsmouth (757) 399-0705

lakeview medical center Pediatrics2000 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 934-94224868 Bridge Rd.Suffolk (757) 483-7113413 Market StreetSuffolk (757) 539-6100

nimmo Pediatrics2301 General Booth Blvd., Ste. BVirginia Beach (757) 963-5500

norfolk Pediatrics1529 International Blvd., Ste. 103Norfolk (757) 855-6800

north shore Pediatrics5301 Providence Rd., Ste. 60Virginia Beach (757) 467-8780924 W Little Creek Rd. Norfolk (757) 440-0719

Pediatrics at the beach1800 Camelot Dr., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 491-7337

Pediatric Affiliates of Hampton roads200 Grayson Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 473-3200 1421 Kempsville Rd., Ste. AChesapeake (757) 312-8484

Pediatric Diagnostic center6345 Center Dr., Ste. 14Norfolk (757) 461-4027

Pediatric Health Associates3701 South St.Portsmouth (757) 966-9873

Pediatric Partners of Hampton roads1104 Madison Plaza, Ste. 102Chesapeake (757) 410-3630

Pediatric specialists300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 222Chesapeake (757) 436-1777885 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 200Norfolk (757) 461-6342160 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 305Norfolk (757) 461-6342

Pediatrics of Kempsville1212 Lake James Dr., Ste. CVirginia Beach (757) 523-4589

Portsmouth community Health664 Lincoln St.Portsmouth (757) 393-6363

Princess Anne Pediatrics1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Ste. 304Virginia Beach (757) 507-0255

renaissance Pediatrics4012 Raintree Rd., Ste. 200-AChesapeake (757) 488-2223

tidewater children’s Association601 Innovation Dr., Ste. AChesapeake (757) 668-2650171 Kempsville Rd., Bldg. BNorfolk (757) 668-65005835 Harbour View Rd., Ste. BSuffolk (757) 668-6050449 Dominion Blvd. S., Ste. 3Chesapeake (757) 312-9220

tidewater Pediatric consultants6477 College Park Sq., Ste. 118Virginia Beach (757) 420-6218

tidewater Pediatrics, Pc301 Goode Way, Ste. 203Portsmouth (757) 399-5300

town center Pediatrics100 Constitution Dr., Ste. 217Virginia Beach (757) 499-7442

Virginia beach Pediatric center933 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 112Virginia Beach (757) 226-7330

Vogel Pediatrics 4624 Pembroke Blvd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 490-3331

Westside medical Associates1080 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 412Virginia Beach (757) 388-1050

PHArmAciEsAct Pharmacy1600 Airline Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 393-4290

Angel care Pharmacy240 Corporate Blvd., Suite 101Norfolk (757) 362-9430

Atrium Pharmacy160 Kingsley LaneNorfolk (757) 889-6530

barr’s Pharmacy201 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 428-1211

bayview Plaza Pharmacy7924 Chesapeake Blvd., Ste. ANorfolk (757) 583-7466

bennett’s creek Pharmacy3219 Bridge Rd. Suffolk (757) 483-6966

colley Discount Pharmacy1415 Colley Ave. Norfolk (757) 622-2757

costco Pharmacy850 Glenrock Rd. Norfolk (757) 459-4480

cVsVisit www.CVS.com for local listings.

Drug center Pharmacy912 Airline Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 399-6361600 High St. Portsmouth (757) 393-4039

Farm FreshVisit www.farmfreshsupermarkets.com for local listings.

gray’s Pharmacy4712 Hampton Blvd. Norfolk (757) 489-4848

lakeview compounding Pharmacy4661 Haygood Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 934-0533

lawrence Pharmacy1156 George Washington Hwy. N. Chesapeake (757) 487-3458

macArthur Pharmacy261 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 533-6566

Prescription Place425 W. Washington St. Suffolk (757) 925-2013

rite AidVisit www.riteaid.com for local listings.

rX 4 less948 N. Main St. Suffolk (757) 539-7075

suburban Pharmacy3701 King St. Portsmouth (757) 397-2377

super Drug108 N. Main St. Suffolk (757) 539-6400

target PharmacyVisit www.target.com for local listings.


Walgreens Drug storeVisit www.walgreens.com for local listings.

Wal-martVisit www.walmartpharmacies.com for local listings.

PHysicAl tHErAPy & rEHAbilitAtiOnbattlefield therapy center713 Volvo Pkwy., Ste. 201Chesapeake (757) 282-4015

cHKD Physical medicine & rehabilitation601 Children's LaneNorfolk (757) 668-9915

Dominion Physical therapy500 Rodman Ave., Ste. 4Portsmouth (757) 393-6119

EVms Physical medicine & rehabilitation825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 646 Norfolk (757) 446-5915

Fluidity Physical therapy516 Innovation Dr., Ste. 100Chesapeake (757) 842-6562

Janet gilbert, ms, ccc-slP1380 Baycliff Dr.Virginia Beach (757) 718-2811

great bridge therapy center633 S. Battlefield Blvd.Chesapeake (757) 233-4790

Harbour rehabilitation 5818-D Harbour View Blvd., Ste. 150 Suffolk (757) 638-1800

Haygood Physical therapy1024 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 460-3363

indian river therapy center5660 Indian River Rd., Ste. 121Virginia Beach (757) 961-4974

Jordan young Physcial therapy5716 Cleveland St.Virginia Beach (757) 961-7271

norfolk Physical therapy center839 Poplar Hall Dr.Norfolk (757) 459-2112

north shore sports & Physical therapy7419 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 489-5820200 N. Battlefield Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 547-1215

Orthopedic surgery centers &Occupational therapy2012 Meade Pkwy. Suffolk (757) 673-56805838 Harbour View Blvd., Ste. 100Suffolk (757) 673-56803300 High St., Ste. 1Portsmouth (757) 673-5680

Physical therapy at Osc2012 Meade Pkwy. Suffolk (757) 934-3366

Physical therapy Works, inc.2007 Meade Pkwy. Suffolk (757) 539-6300

Physiotherapy Associates5859 Harbour View Blvd., Ste. 100 Suffolk (757) 686-02052135 General Booth Blvd., Ste. 152Virginia Beach (757) 430-88281400 Fordham Dr.Virginia Beach (757) 361-39516161 Kempsville Circle, Ste. 250Norfolk (757) 893-92103772 Virginia Beach Blvd.Virginia Beach (757) 340-0556175 N. Main St.Suffolk (757) 686-0207

rehabilitation Associates4560 South Blvd., Ste. 310Virginia Beach (757) 490-3223

sentara bayside therapy center816 Independence Blvd., Ste. 3-FVirginia Beach (757) 363-6178

sentara Day rehabilitation600 Gresham Dr.Norfolk (757) 261-0853890 Kempsville Rd.Norfolk (757) 261-0855

sentara Hand therapy center420 N. Center Dr., Ste. 100Norfolk (757) 455-9020

sentara Hilltop therapy center1725 Laskin Rd., Ste. 535Virginia Beach (757) 333-7000

sentara leigh Outpatient therapy center6315 N. Center Dr., Bldg. 20, Ste. 101Norfolk (757) 261-0820

sentara Obici Occupational Health services2800 Godwin Blvd. Suffolk (757) 934-4162

sentara Obici rehab services 2800 Godwin Blvd.Suffolk (757) 934-4653

sentara Princess Anne therapy center1950 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Ste. 210Virginia Beach (757) 507-0390

southeastern Physical therapy680 Kingsborough Sq., Ste. BChesapeake (757) 547-0434905 N. Battlefield Blvd., Ste. 105Chesapeake (757) 410-3157801 W. Little Creek Rd.Norfolk (757) 423-88855301 Providence Rd., Ste. 80Virginia Beach (757) 467-46041157 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 201Virginia Beach (757) 481-00521133 First Colonial Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 427-5505801 Poindexter St., Ste. 219Chesapeake (757) 548-0014

southside Physical therapy108 Knells Ridge, Ste. 200Chesapeake (757) 436-3350

the spine center2012 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 538-01023640 High St., Ste. 2-APortsmouth (757) 397-6930

spine Works Physical therapy5665 N. Lowery Rd., Ste. 200Norfolk (757) 466-7095

therapy concepts, inc.3005 Corporate Ln., Ste. 200Suffolk (757) 923-3207

tidewater Physical therapy2004 Sandbridge Rd., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 301-63166161 Kempsville Cir., Ste. 200Norfolk (757) 965-48904016 Raintree Rd., Ste. 200-AChesapeake (757) 484-4841

PlAstic & cOsmEtic surgEryAssociates in Plastic surgery1037 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 491-3535

Adamn billet, mD FAcs300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 316Chesapeake (757) 547-0047

body by siegel700 Battlefield Blvd. N., Ste. AChesapeake (757) 547-2115

the carney center for cosmetic& Plastic surgery1868 Wildwood Dr. Virginia Beach (757) 481-4455

chesapeake center for cosmetic & Plastic surgery5818 Harbourview Blvd., Ste. 220Suffolk (757) 673-5900

the choe center for Facial Plastic surgery4400 Corporation Lane, Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 389-5850

coastal Plastic surgery 992 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 481-7788

cosmetic surgery center for Women5121 Greenwich Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 497-5400

Anna E. Drzewiecki, mD1856 Colonial Medical Ct. Virginia Beach (757) 481-4969

EVms Plastic & cosmetic surgery5589 Greenwich Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 557-0300

EVms reconstructive Plastic surgery825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 610Norfolk (757) 446-8960

Facial rejuvenation330 W. Brambleton Ave., Ste. 1Norfolk (757) 625-6347

galumbeck Plastic surgery1817 Republic Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 491-3204

tad E. grenga, mD, FAcs5818 Harbour View Blvd. Suffolk (757) 673-5900

Hague cosmetic center400 W. Brambleton Ave., Ste. 300Norfolk (757) 274-4000

Hubbard Plastic surgery329 Philip Ave.Virginia Beach (757) 687-1900

ben Hugo, mD328 Louisa Ave., Ste. 110Virginia Beach (757) 496-4801

J. benjamin Hugo, mD328 Louisa Ave., Ste. 110Virginia Beach (757) 496-4801

guy t. Jones, mD100 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 302Norfolk (757) 423-2166

magee-rosenblum Plastic surgery2829 Shore Dr.Virginia Beach (757) 496-5556400 W. Brambleton Ave., Ste. 301Norfolk (757) 627-6700

J. craig merrell, mD FAcs5818 Harbour View Blvd., Ste. 200Suffolk (757) 673-6000

norfolk Plastic surgery6161 Kempsville Cir., Ste. 300Norfolk (757) 466-1000

Plastic surgery Associates300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 316Chesapeake (757) 547-0047

Plastic surgery center of tidewater5818 Harbour View Blvd., Ste. 200Suffolk (757) 673-6000

Plastic surgery of Virginia beach1815 Colonial Medical Ct. Virginia Beach (757) 496-7373

Denton D. Weiss, mD & Associates272 Bendix Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 490-7545

PODiAtry1 Foot 2 Foot center for Foot & Ankle care171 N. Main St. Suffolk (757) 934-0768

AAl Podiatry Associates, Pc719 Tidewater Dr.Norfolk (757) 625-2962

Adams comprehensive Foot care1035 Champions Way, Ste. 700Suffolk (757) 686-3668

Advanced Podiatry of Hampton roads3300 High St., Ste. 2Portsmouth (757) 673-8562612 Kingsborough Sq., Ste. 202Chesapeake (757) 673-8562

Atlantic Foot & Ankle center1788 Republic Rd., Ste. 300Virginia Beach (757) 481-0898

cho Foot & Ankle specialists1232 Perimeter Pkwy., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 427-7447

coastal Podiatry group6477 College Park Sq., Ste. 108Virginia Beach (757) 523-0414

george H. Evancho, DPm632 Cedar Rd., Ste. BChesapeake (757) 547-0123

Family Footcare centers801 Volvo Pkwy., Ste. 130Chesapeake (757) 547-36684020 Raintree Rd., Ste. DChesapeake (757) 547-3668

Peter r. grinkewitz, DPm3640 High St.Portsmouth (757) 393-1074

Philbert H. Kuo, DPm3212 Churchland Blvd., Ste. 10Chesapeake (757) 483-4126

mckenzie Hastings institute for Foot & Ankle surgery1520 Breezeport Way, Ste. 100Suffolk (757) 638-18232790 Godwin Blvd., Ste. 305Suffolk (757) 638-1823

cory A. negri, DPm5709 Churchland Blvd., Ste. BPortsmouth (757) 484-7412

norfolk Foot & Ankle group4114 Holland Rd., Ste. 106Virginia Beach (757) 498-0202

Podiatric medicine & Foot surgery4224 Holland Rd., Ste. 106Virgina Beach (757) 498-0202

Podiatry, ltd.3511 Western Branch Blvd. Portsmouth (757) 397-3668

A. rossool, mD665 Newtown Rd., Ste. 114Virginia Beach (757) 490-1226

Paul t. spada, DPm533 Rodney LaneVirginia Beach (757) 560-9388

William P. grant, DPm760 Independence Blvd., Ste. 1Virginia Beach (757) 497-7575

tidewater Podiatry group996 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 481-6248Halifax Bldg., Ste. 230Norfolk (757) 481-6248

Virginia Podiatry5253 Providence Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 495-6113

PrEVEntAtiVE mEDicinEAbundant Health & Wellness lifestyles5992 Jake Sears CircleVirginia Beach (240) 354-8784

glennan center for geriatrics825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 201Norfolk (757) 446-7040

Park Place medical center3415 Granby St.Norfolk (757) 533-9108

synergy integrative medicine for Women1036 Volvo Pkwy., Ste. 2Chesapeake (757) 410-5462

nabil t. tadros, mD110 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 411Norfolk (757) 889-6733

PrOstHEtics & OrtHOticsAmerican Orthotic & Prosthetic1521 Technology Dr. Chesapeake (757) 548-5656

bayview Durable medical Equipment7924 Chesapeake Blvd. Norfolk (757) 480-1457

bodden Othhopedic & Prosthetic center, inc.2418 Granby St. Norfolk (757) 627-4191

coastal Prosthetics & Orthotics, llc6320 N. Center Dr. Norfolk (757) 892-5300

Foot solutions1437 Sams Drive, Unit 122Chesapeake (757) 549-3668

Hanger Prosthetics6275 E. Virginia Beach Blvd.Norfolk (757) 461-0671

Progressive Prosthetic & Orthotic services380 Cleveland Pl. Virginia Beach (757) 456-5501

tidewater Prosthetic center4053 Taylor Rd.Chesapeake (757) 686-0200150 Burnetts Way Suffolk (757) 925-48446363 Center Dr., Bldg. 6, Ste. 100Norfolk (757) 623-7001

PsycHiAtry & mEntAl HEAltHAtlantic Psychiatric services780 Lynnhaven Pkwy., Ste. 400Virginia Beach (757) 468-0550

sally A. baker, lcsW2940 N. Lynnhaven Rd., Ste. 110Virginia Beach (757) 287-3048

balance behavioral Health 930 Redgate Ave. Norfolk (757) 626-3733

behavioral neuropsychiatric group1745 Camelot Dr., Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 481-6000

center For Effective change641 Lynnhaven Pkwy., Ste. 204Virginia Beach (757) 306-4232

christian Psychotherapy services281 Independence Blvd., Ste. 326Virginia Beach (757) 490-0377609 Independence Pkwy.Chesapeake (757) 312-80023105 American Legion Rd., Ste. BChesapeake (757) 398-2881142 York St., Ste. 817Norfolk (757) 622-2114

churchland Psychiatric Associates3300 Academy Ave. Portsmouth (757) 483-6404

clinical Associates6320 N. Center Dr., Ste. 101Norfolk (757) 456-0505

the crisis line (757) 622-1309

Depression specialists of tidewater6330 Newtown Rd., Ste. 316Norfolk (757) 461-7571

Dominion Psychiatric Associates2580 Potters Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 498-9391

EVms neuropsychology center825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 564Norfolk (757) 446-8400

EVms Psychiatry & behavioral sciences825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 710Norfolk (757) 446-5888

Faithworks Juvenile service group142 W. York St., Ste. 915Norfolk (757) 470-4539

Finney Psychotherapy Associates420 N. Center Dr., Ste. 141Norfolk (757) 466-0700

First colonial Psychotherapy services921 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 1711Virginia Beach (757) 428-7500

Hampton roads neuropsychology780 Lynnhaven Pkwy., Ste. 340Virginia Beach (757) 498-9585

independence therapy center700 Independence Cir., Ste. 3-DVirginia Beach (757) 473-8533

mulligan & bryan and Associates637 Kingsborough Sq., Ste. HChesapeake (757) 486-0178

norfolk Psychiatric Associates6353 Newtown Rd., Bldg. 8, Ste. 204Norfolk (757) 461-3313

govindan K. Palat, mD1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 302Virginia Beach (757) 363-9353

Parker schlichter & Associates5029 Corporate Woods Dr., Ste. 205Virginia Beach (757) 473-3770

Pyschiatric services1630 Donna Dr., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 425-5050

riley counseling & consulting, Plc4605 Pembroke Lake Circle, Ste. 200Virginia Beach (757) 395-7237

riverpoint Psychiatric Associates110 Kingsley Ln., Ste. 401Norfolk (757) 489-4700

the barry robinson center443 Kempsville Rd. Norfolk (757) 455-6100

spectrum Psychological services4101 Granby St.Norfolk (757) 640-1882

tidewater Psychotherapy services256 N. Witchduck Rd., Ste. GVirginia Beach (757) 497-3670

Virginia beach Psychiatric center1100 First Colonial Rd.Virginia Beach (757) 496-6000

Wellspring2940 N. Lynnhaven Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 486-6515

Eleanora Woloy, mD833 De la Fayette Ct.Virginia Beach (757) 499-4446

Haydeh Esmaili, mD2470 Pruden Blvd. Suffolk (757) 539-1503

main st. Psychiatric center2790 Godwin Blvd. Suffolk (757) 925-1433

PulmOnOlOgyPeter birk, mD1821 Old Donation Pkwy. Virginia Beach (757) 481-2669

chesapeake Pulmonary and critical care 300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 200Chesapeake (757) 609-3380

EVms Pulmonary medicine301 Medical Tower Norfolk (757) 446-5758825 Fairfax Ave., Ste. 410Norfolk (757) 446-8910

James J. Hatcher, mD840 First Colonial Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 491-2466

lakeview medical center Pulmonology2000 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 934-9496

Portsmouth Pulmonary Associates, ltd.4053 Taylor Rd., Ste. NChesapeake (757) 484-5900

Pulmonary Associates of tidewater100 Wimbledon Sq. Chesapeake (757) 436-0466

Pulmonary critical care160 Kingsley Lane Norfolk (757) 889-6677

Pulmonary medicine Of Virginia beach1008 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 103Virginia Beach (757) 481-2515

Pulmonary Physicians of tidewater816 Independence Blvd., Ste. 3-KVirginia Beach (757) 460-9200

Pulmonary & sleep medicine consultants1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 205Virginia Beach (757) 460-6080111 Coastal WayChesapeake (757) 549-7996

sentara Pulmonary & critical care specialists600 Gresham Dr., Ste. 8630Norfolk (757) 388-6115

rEPrODuctiVE mEDicinEbeach center for infertility844 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 202Virginia Beach (757) 428-0002

Jones institute of reproductive medicine601 Colley Ave. Norfolk (757) 446-71001950 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Ste. 208Virginia Beach (757) 689-8139

new Hope center of reproductive medicine1181 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 496-5370

rHEumAtOlOgyArthritis consultants of tidewater933 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 491-7359

center for Arthritis and rheumatic Diseases300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 112Chesapeake (757) 547-18226275 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk (757) 461-3400

lakeview medical center rheumatology2000 Meade Pkwy.Suffolk (757) 934-9457

William W. reed, mD160 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 505 Norfolk (757) 889-6633

Dorris m. rice, mD3921 Kingman Ave. Portsmouth (757) 399-5000

Virginia rheumatology637 Kingsborough Sq. Chesapeake (757) 277-9927

sPAs & mAssAgE02medspa1200 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 204Virginia Beach (757) 351-2002

A massage from John405 S. Parliament Dr., Ste. 107Virginia Beach (757) 714-8505

A.r.E. Health center & spa215 67th St. Virginia Beach (757) 437-7202

Advanced Fuller school of massage therapy195 S. Rosemont Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 340-7132

Aesthetic skin care center5589 Greenwich Rd., Ste. 150Virginia Beach (757) 557-0800

American laser centers1821 Old Donation Pkwy., Ste. 6 Virginia Beach (757) 496-7900

balance therapeutic massage inc.1952 Laskin Rd., Ste. 508Virginia Beach (757) 428-2222

the best body co.700 19th St.Virginia Beach (757) 428-2639

body logic massage2004 Sandbridge Rd., Ste. 103Virginia Beach (757) 427-0355

body Works by gil3601 Mardean Dr. Chesapeake (757) 686-8100

the body Zone145 Burford Ave., Ste. 100Virginia Beach (757) 392-0414

changes city spa710 W. 21st St. Norfolk (757) 625-5300

Day spa 7574425 Shore Dr., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 460-7706

Downtown skin and laser400 W. Brambleton Ave., Ste. 301Norfolk (757) 627-6700

the Elements center for yoga & massage therapy6037 Providence Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 578-3480

the Face institute1821 Old Donation Pkwy., Ste. 6, Virginia Beach (757) 496-4807

Flowering Almond spa 5641 Indian River Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 424-5511

gallery salon & spa1400 Kempsville Rd., Ste. 106Chesapeake (757) 549-0049

genesis medspa401 N. Great Neck Rd., Ste. 121Virginia Beach (757) 306-10801500 Breezeport WaySuffolk (757) 686-9747

golden touch massage & spa1200 N. Battlefield Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 277-9382

Hands With Heart533 N. Great Neck Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 675-3973

inner Harmony center for the Healing Arts505 Cedar Rd., Ste. BChesapeake (757) 547-1100

Jake's Place222 W. 21st StreetNorfolk (757) 627-5235

Kinetic Health2648 Virginia Beach Blvd., Ste. BVirginia Beach (757) 486-5166

Knuckles ‘n’ Knots 3613 Virginia Beach Blvd.Virginia Beach (757) 498-3375

lend a Hand massage therapy287 Independence Blvd., Bld. 2, Ste. 221 Virginia Beach (757) 343-4072

l’e’toile nail & Day spa5950 E. Virginia Beach Blvd. Norfolk (757) 459-2226

the look salon & Day spa1433 Sam’s Dr. Chesapeake (757) 548-6550

the lotus spa279 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 613-9395

massage by larry70 Alwin Rd. Portsmouth (757) 676-4984

massage Envy3352 Princess Anne Rd., Ste. 915Virginia Beach (757) 689-4959

massage from bob1213 Laskin Rd., Ste. 202 Virginia Beach (757) 428-7513

massage resort, inc.2210 Commerce Pkwy. Virginia Beach(757) 431-9111

metamorphosis salon & spa624 Independence Blvd., Ste. 102Virginia Beach (757) 497-6382

mind body & spirit on colley1902 Colley Ave. Norfolk (757) 627-2639

natural Elements spa 717 Eden Way N., Ste. 612 Chesapeake (757) 436-1141

neuromuscular Pain relief & Postural improvement studio700 Baker Rd., Ste. 108Virginia Beach (757) 460-4477

Papillon Hair studio & Day spa2232 W. Great Neck Rd. Virginia Beach (757) 496-0607

Personal touch & therapeutic massage3300 Tyre Neck Rd., Ste. KPortsmouth (757) 686-5585

remedies medi spa 1514 Holland Rd.Suffolk (757) 934-9452

salon Vivace2228 Virginia Beach Blvd. Virginia Beach (757) 463-1231

silvina’s Day spa301 25th St. Virginia Beach (757) 437-9135

skin- A medical spa332 Granby St., Ste. 200Norfolk (757) 228-5100

southern serenity Day spa102 American Legion Rd. Chesapeake (757) 483-4833

the spa & laser center2829 Shore Dr., Ste. 201Virginia Beach (757) 965-7444

therapeutic body Kneads811 Brandon Ave. Norfolk (757) 627-1070

theraputic massage2004 Brickell Ct. Virginia Beach (757) 496-3701

tidewater rolfers236 Mustang Trail, Ste. 202Virginia Beach (757) 463-9252

totally Pampered604.5 High St., Portsmouth(757) 399-1578

tranquilities Day spa & Wellness center9649 1st View St., Norfolk (757) 583-7721

Virginia beach massage therapy389 Edwin Dr., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 473-1116

substAncE AbusE & ADDictiOn24-Hr. Addictions referral network Toll-Free (800) 577-4393

Addiction recovery HelplineToll-Free (800) 582-6066

Al-AnonToll-Free (888) 425-2666

Alcoholics Anonymous(757) 490-3980

Alcohol-Drug treatment referralToll-Free (800) 622-4357

Families AnonymousToll-Free (800) 736-9805

meridian Psychotherapy4616 Westgrove Court, Virginia Beach (757) 460-4655

narcotics Anonymous(757) 459-8467

Pines treatment center825 Crawford Pkwy. Portsmouth (757) 461-4565

urOlOgychenault-Ostroff urological4037 Taylor Rd., Ste. AChesapeake (757) 483-1403

coastal urology1856 Colonial Medical Ct., Ste. BVirginia Beach (757) 481-9009

charles s. Davis Jr., mD4501 Witchduck Rd., Ste. AVirginia Beach (757) 499-4932

ramesh b. Kadakkal, mD1020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 304Virginia Beach (757) 363-1700

Abraham mahini, mD700 Independence Cir., Ste. 2-CVirginia Beach (757) 499-8855

Abu thanader, mD301 Goode Way, Ste. 201 Portsmouth (757) 397-0709

urology of Virginia113 Gainsborough Sq., Ste. 202Chesapeake (757) 457-54806333 Center Dr., Bldg. 16 Norfolk (757) 457-5100400 W. Brambleton Ave., Norfolk (757)457-5170100 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 404Norfolk (757) 489-41111200 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 100-GVirginia Beach (757) 481-35562790 Godwin Blvd.,Ste. 320Suffolk (757) 539-4470110 Kingsley Lane, Ste. 509 Norfolk (757) 489-41111020 Independence Blvd., Ste. 212Virginia Beach (757) 965-44394020 Raintree Rd., Ste. DChesapeake (757) 465-83932000 Meade Pkwy., Suffolk (757) 934-93003105 Western Branch Blvd. Chesapeake (757) 686-1973

steven s. Warden, mD1004 First Colonial Rd., Ste. 101Virginia Beach (757) 481-9402

VAsculAr surgErysentara Vascular & transplant specialists600 Gresham Dr., Ste. 8620Norfolk (757) 622-2649171 N. Main St., Suffolk (757) 539-4770300 Medical Pkwy., Ste. 110Chesapeake (757) 436-10051950 Glenn Mitchell Dr., Ste. 310Virginia Beach (757) 470-5570397 Little Neck Rd.3300 S. Bldg., Ste. 120Virginia Beach (757) 470-5570


CALENDAR

learn how to help children (ages 6 and under) manage their anger and practice self-control in this free seminar, “How Children Manage anger,” starting at 7 p.m. in the sixth-floor conference room at Children’s Hospital of the King’s daughters, 601 Children’s lane in norfolk. register online at www.chkd.org/classes.

the leukemia and lymphoma Society’s annual light the night Walk will begin at 7 p.m. at neptune’s Park, located at 31st Street in Virginia Beach. registration begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by a stage program at 6 p.m. Walkers will enjoy food, festivities and fun. for more information, contact Molly tanner at (757) 723-2676, ext. 203, or by e-mail at [email protected]. Sign up online at www.lightthenight.org/va.

Start off your thanksgiving day with a shotgun start. the annual turkey trot 10K at Mt. trashmore will start at 9 a.m. at the Virginia Beach Convention Center (1000 19th Street, Virginia Beach).Call (757) 495-3551 for more details.

find more health events on our online calendar at www.thehealthjournals.com

at 7:15 p.m. naro Expanded Cinema will host a free viewing of ocean of Pearls, a film about a talented young surgeon who must deal with social, cultural and professional compromises throughout his journey.11th

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aBUSEBattered WomenYoung Women’s Christian association (YWCa) (757) 625-4248

Community Psychological resources249-a W. York St.Mondays, 6 to 7:30 p.m.(757) 622-6794

Help and Emergency response, inc. (HEr)(757) 485-1445

"Woman in Crisis"24-hour hotline:(757) 625-5570

Child abuseFaCtS1st & 3rd thurs., 7:30 p.m.Call for location.(757) 481-9521 or (757) 482-6564

aDDICtIONGamblers anonymous Bon Secours Maryview Medical Centertuesdays, 7 p.m.(757) 889-CarE

Sexaholics anonymousCall or e-mail for info:(757) 872-6537 or [email protected]

Smoking Cessation "Stay Smokeless" Program(800) SEntara

aIDSthe urban league(757) 627-0864

aLCOHOL & DRUG RECOVERYala-anon/alateenMeetings held daily. Visit www.va-al-anon.org

alcoholics anonymousMeetings held daily. Visit www.aa.org.

Narcotics anonymousMeetings held daily. Visit www.na.org

Substance abuseFirst Baptist Church of norfolk, room 306tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.(757) 461-3226

aLzHEIMER’S DISEaSESt. Paul's united Methodist Church, 437 Providence rd.1st Mon., 7 p.m.(757) 543-9091

Shepherd's Village805 Park ave.3rd Wed., 5 p.m.(757) 625-1877

dominion Village2856 Forehand dr.2nd tuesday, 6 p.m.(757) 487-9400

Bay lake retirement4225 Shore drive2nd thurs., 1 p.m.(757) 460-8868

Province Place of dePaul2nd Wednesday, 4 p.m.(757) 889-4999

Pinewood inn1516 Harmon St.4th thursday, 1 p.m.(757) 588-4663

Churchland House4916 W. norfolk rd.3rd thursday, 6 p.m.(757) 483-1780

Province Place of Maryview2nd tuesday, 4 p.m.(757) 686-1900

lake Prince Woods100 anna goode Way3rd Monday, 3 p.m.(757) 923-5531

Kempsville library1st thursday, 12:45 p.m.(757) 543-9091

Church of the Holy Family2nd tuesday, 7 p.m.(757) 481-5702

atlantic Shores3rd tuesday, 11 a.m.(757) 716-2060

our lady of Perpetual Help2nd Monday, noon(757) 495-4211

thalia united Methodist Church3rd Mon., 7 to 9 p.m.(757) 385-0554

Sentara nursing Center2nd Wednesday, 2 p.m. (800) SEntara

Caregivers GroupChesapeake regional Medical Centerthursdays, 6 to 8 p.m.(757) 312-6555

Early Memory Loss"the laughing Pioneers" Chesapeake regionallifestyle Center4th Monday, 10 a.m. (757) 485-3017 or (757) 773-7841

aRtHRItIS Sentara leigh HospitalCall for times/dates.(800) SEntara

attENtION DEfICIt DISORDERadults with aDD/aDHDthe Barry robinson Center2nd thurs., 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. (757) 455-6100

Parents & Professionalsthe Barry robinson Center1st thurs., 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. (866) 633-4871

aUtISM autism Society of tidewaterthe Endependence Centerlast tuesday, 7 to 9 p.m.(757) 461-4474

BEREaVEMENt/GRIEfJewish Family Serviceohef Shalom temple2nd Sunday, 12:30 p.m.(757) 321-2222

Woodlawn Funeral Home6329 Virginia Beach Blvd. n.Wednesdays, 2 p.m.(757) 549-5652

dePaul Medical CenterWednesdays, 1:30 p.m.(757) 889-CarE

Maryview Medical Centerthursdays, 7:30 p.m.(757) 889-CarE

SUPPORT GROUPS

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Children’s Hospital of the King’s daughters (601 Children’s lane in norfolk) will host a free two-hour seminar for parents, “Me, MySpace and i: Parenting the net generation,” starting at 7 p.m. in the Brickhouse auditorium. a similar lecture for educators and health professionals will be held at the same location the following day at 9 a.m. register for either event online at www.chkd.org/classes.

“Veterans’ Benefits: What You need to Know,” will begin at 10 a.m. at Sentara Bayside Hospital in Virginia Beach. register online at www.sentara.com.

Children’s Hospital of the King’s daughters (601 Children’s lane in norfolk) will offer a free “Sibshops for Siblings” recreational workshop, from 10 a.m. to noon, for children ages 6 to 10 years who have a sibling with special health needs. Call Gail Cervarich at (757) 668-7646 for more information or send e-mail to [email protected].

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First Baptist Church of norfolkWednesday, 4:30 p.m.(757) 461-3226

Medi Home Health & Hospice5809 Beach landing Ct.2nd & 4th thurs., 6 to 7:30 p.m.(757) 420-7192

Sentara obici Hospital1st & 3rd thurs.,5:30 p.m.(757) 934-4961

"living with loss"Heartland HospiceMondays, 8 a.m.(757) 490-9323

Children's Group“Peace by Piece”2nd and 4th thurs., 6:15 p.m.Call for location.(757) 967-9251

Child LossBayside Presbyterian Church4th Monday, 7:30 to 9 p.m.(757) 641-2018

"Compassionate Friends"3rd tuesday, 7 p.m.Call for location.(757) 484-8161

Fathers-only groupEdmarc Hospice for Children3rd tues., 6:30 p.m.(757) 967-9251

Mothers-only groupEdmarc Hospicefor Children3rd tues., 6:30 p.m.(757) 967-9251

Miscarriage/Newborn LossChesapeake regional Medical Center4th thurs., 7 to 9 p.m.(757) 312-6776 or (757) 312-6144

Harbour View Medical Center3rd thursday, 7 p.m.(757) 889-CarE

Suicide"S.o.S." (Survivors of Suicide)St. andrew lutheran Church3rd Wed., 7 to 9 p.m.(757) 483-5111

Widow/WidowerChesapeake regional lifestyle CenterFridays, 7 to 9 p.m.(757) 545-4911 or(757) 487-0789

BREaStfEEDING la leche league of tidewaterCall for information.(757) 857-8403

CaNCERSentara VBgH3rd Monday, 6:30 p.m.(757) 395-8685

Sentara obici Hospital2nd Monday, 6:30 p.m.(757) 934-4301

“People Helping People”Sidney M. oman Cancer Center2nd thursday, 10:30 a.m.(757) 312-6460

Maryview Medical Center2nd & 4th tues., 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.(757) 889-CarE

“Wings in Motion”(For women only)2126 great neck SquareWednesdays, 2 p.m.(757) 496-9485

Young adults group (18-35)2nd Wed., bi-monthlyCall for time/location.(800) 866-4483

Brain CancerSentara VBgHCommunity Health resource Center1st tuesday, 7 p.m.(757) 714-6240

Breast Cancer“Breast Friends of Chesapeake”great Bridge united Methodist Church2nd thursday, 7 p.m.(757) 436-7390

Sentara obici Hospital4th tuesday, 6 p.m.(757) 934-4301

Sentara leigh Hospital4th Wed., 7 to 9 p.m.(757) 853-2145

Sentara norfolk general Hospital2nd tuesday, 7 p.m.(757) 388-4268

Sidney M. oman Cancer Center1st thursday, 7 to 8:30 p.m.(757) 436-7390

Sentara VBgH2nd Monday, 6:30 p.m. (757) 395-8685

Young Women's groupSentara leigh Hospital2nd thurs., 7 p.m.(757) 261-0404

Carcinoid CancerSentara VBgH3rd Sunday, 2 p.m.(757) 572-7465

Gynecological CancerCommunity united Methodist Church1st & 3rd Wed., 7 p.m. (757) 486-5333

Leukemia/LymphomaCall for information.(757) 838-9351

“Look Good, feel Better”Sentara norfolk general Hospital3rd Monday, 10 a.m. (757) 388-4268

Sentara obici Hospital2nd Mon., 10 a.m. & 5:30 p.m.Meets bi-monthly.(757) 934-4258

Sentara VBgH1st Mon., 2 p.m.Meets bi-monthly. (757) 395-8686

Lung CancerSentara Heart Hospital1st Floor Conf. room4th thursday, 7 p.m.(757) 388-4268

Multiple MyelomaCatholic Charities4855 Princess anne road3rd Saturday, 10 a.m. (757) 495-8432

Newly DiagnosedVirginia oncology associates5900 lake Wright drive3rd tues., 10 a.m. (757) 395-8685

Oral, Head & Neck Cancer3rd Monday, 7 p.m.Call for location. (757) 388-4268

Pancreatic CancerSentara Princess anne 2nd tuesday, 7 p.m.ezeltmann@ pancanvolunteer.org

Sentara VBgH3rd Wed., 7 p.m.(757) 427-9959

Parents of Children with Cancer CHKd-Call for information.(757) 668-7802

Prostate CancerSentara VBgH3rd thursday, 6:30 to 8 p.m. (757) 395-8685

dePaul Medical Center4th Wednesday, 11 a.m.(757) 889-CarE

Sentara norfolk general Hospital3rd tuesday, 7 p.m.(757) 388-4268

Sentara obici Hospital4th tuesday, 6 to 8 p.m.(757) 934-4301

Maryview Medical CenterFor caregivers only.1st Wednesday, 1 p.m.(757) 398-2200

CaREGIVER SUPPORtdominion Village 2856 Forehand dr.2nd tuesday, 6 p.m.(757) 487-9400

Chesapeake Health dept. 1st Friday, 10 a.m. to noon1st Monday, 6 to 7:30 p.m.(757) 382-2613

Chesapeake general Hospital3 West nursing unit736 Battlefield Blvd. n. thursdays, 6 to 8 p.m.(757) 312-6143

Sentara obici Hospital1st tuesday, 7 to 8:30 p.m.(757) 934-4627

Virginia Beach Central library2nd Wed., 10 a.m. to noon(757) 385-4135

Catholic Charities1802 ashland ave. 1st tuesday, 10 to 11:30 a.m.(757) 533-5217

CELIaC DISEaSEChesapeake regional lifestyle Center 3rd thurs., 6 to 7:30 p.m.(757) 495-9622

Sentara norfolk generala-Wing Conference room3rd tuesday, 7 p.m.(757) 410-5245 or (757) 621-3915

CHRONIC PaINVirginia Beach Central library3rd thurs., Call for time. (757) 496-9614

Sentara obici Hospital1st tues., 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.(800) SEntara

DIaBEtES Maryview Medical CenterCardiac Wellness & rehabPatient Education roomthursdays, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.(757) 398-2094

Sentara Bayside Hospital3rd Wednesday, 7 p.m.(757) 363-6834

Sentara obici Hospital2nd Monday, bi-monthly(800) SEntara

Children's Group“Friends with diabetes”Plaza Elementary Schoollast Monday, 7 to 8:15 p.m. Meets during school year. (757) 431-4129 or (757) 431-4026

Insulin Pump Strelitz diabetes Center3rd tuesday, 7 p.m.(757) 446-8478

DISaBILItIESEndependence Center3rd Wed., noon to 3 p.m.(757) 461-8007, ext. 309

norfolk Senior Center3rd thursday, 2 to 4 p.m.(757) 963-9239

Learning Disabilities Call for information.(757) 424-4113

DIVORCEFirst Baptist Church of norfolk tuesdays, 6 p.m.(757) 461-3226

DIzzINESSnorfolk Fitness and Wellness Center2nd Saturday, bi-monthly10 a.m. to noon(757) 889-CarE

EatING DISORDERSNational association of anorexia Nervosa and associ-ated Disorders (aNaD)1st and 4th thurs., 7:15 p.m.(757) 404-3010 or [email protected]

Compulsive Eaters anonymousMagnolia united MethodistMondays, 7 to 8 p.m.(757) 456-1435

unity renaissance ChurchFridays, 6:45 to 7:45 p.m.(757) 456-1435

Overeaters anonymousCall for information.(757) 689-8930

EMOtIONaL SUPPORtSaint Pius x Catholic ChurchWed., 7 to 8:30 p.m.(757) 464-6715 (Pauline)

First united Methodist Churchtuesdays, 1 to 2:30 p.m.(757) 962-1591 (david)

Virginia Beach Psychiatric CenterSaturdays, 5 to 7 p.m.(757) 560-7889 [email protected]

EPILEPSYCall or e-mail for information.(767) 636-7487 or [email protected]

teen GroupFirst Baptist Church of norfolk, room 3084th tues., 7 to 8:15 p.m.(757) 467-2203

fIBROMYaLGIaProvidence Presbyterian ChurchCall for information. (757) 496-9614

fOOD aLLERGIESCHKd- Call for information.(757) 284-4450

HEaDaCHE Call for information.(757) 721-7781 or (757) 572-7781

HEaRt DISEaSEMaryview Medical CenterCardiac Wellness & rehab4th Monday, 6:30 p.m.(757) 889-CarE

“is it My Heart?”Sentara obici Hospital4th thursday, 1 p.m.(800) SEntara

"Mended Hearts"Sentara norfolk general HospitalCall for times/dates.(757) 560-7753

"Mended Hearts" Sentara VBgHCall for times/dates.(757) 721-7330

INtERStItIaL CYStItISMaryview Medical CenterCardiac Wellness & rehabtuesdays, 6 p.m.(757) 889-CarE

LOU GEHRIG’S DISEaSE (aLS)russell Memorial library3rd Wed., 7 to 9 p.m.(866) 348-3257 or (804) 363-5099

LUNG/RESPIRatORY DISEaSESentara obici Wellness Center2769 godwin Blvd.3rd Monday, 2 p.m.(757) 934-4263

LUPUS Sentara leigh Hospital 3rd Sunday, 2:30 p.m.(757) 490-2793

LYME DISEaSE4560 South Blvd., Ste. 3103rd Sunday, 2 to 4 p.m.(757) 652-5021

MENtaL ILLNESS great Bridge Presbyterian Church3rd thursday, 6:30 p.m.(757) 672-3574

Depression/Bipolar DisorderMaryview Medical CenterFridays, 7 p.m. (757) 889-CarE

Eastern Shore Chapel2020 laskin rd.thursdays, 7 p.m.(757) 340-3820

3143 Magic Hollow dr.Wednesdays, 7 p.m.(757) 287-4945

norfolk CSB2nd tues., Call for times.(757) 623-1929 or [email protected]

MULtIPLE SCLEROSIS Kempsville library 2nd tuesday, 10 a.m.(757) 490-9627

Magnolia united Methodist Church3rd Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.(757) 490-9627

Virginia Beach Public library 4th Wednesday, 3 p.m.(757) 490-9627

Chesapeake regional lifestyle Center 3rd tuesday, 7 to 9 p.m.(757) 482-3247

PaLLIatIVE CaRESentara VBgH - 1st Floor2nd and 4th thursdayCall for time. (757) 395-8144

PaRENtINGCHKdtuesday eveningsCall for information.(757) 668-7941

"the Parent Connection"Mount trashmore YMCatuesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (757) 962-2112

"Parents Without Partners"greenbrier libraryCall for info: (757) 498-2566

“living in Holland”Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church 2nd thursday, 7 to 8:30 p.m.(757) 423-4027

Mothers of MultiplesFamily Focus - Stoneybrooktuesdays, 9:30 a.m.(757) 889-CarE

PaRkINSON’S DISEaSEFirst Baptist Church of norfolkWednesdays, 6 p.m. (757) 461-3226

3rd Wednesday, 1 p.m.Call for location(757) 889-CarE

St. therese's Catholic Church 4137 Portsmouth Blvd.1st or 3rd Sat., 1 p.m.(757) 538-0655

SLEEP DISORDERSCall for information. (757) 395-8507

StROkE/BRaIN INJURYthe Beacon House3803-C Virginia Beach Blvd.2nd Monday, 6:30-8:30(757) 816-1857

dePaul Medical Center2nd & 4th Monday, 4 p.m.(757) 889-CarE

Maryview Medical Center1st Wednesday, 1 p.m.(757) 889-CarE

Chesapeake regional lifestyle Center 1st Mon., 2 to 3:30 p.m.(757) 312-6122

“Heart to Heart”6220 Pardue CourtMondays, 7:30 p.m.(757) 617-2825

Sentara obici Hospital2nd thursday, 11 a.m.(800) SEntara

SURGICaL WEIGHt LOSSChesapeake regional lifestyle Center3rd thurs., 6:30(757) 312-3000

Harbour View Health Center2nd thurs., 5:15 & 7 p.m.(757) 889-CarE

Gastric BypassSentara School of Health Professions2nd thurs., 6:30 p.m.(800) SEntara

Kempsville lakes Clubhouse4th thurs., 6:30 p.m.(800) SEntara

Sentara VBgH1st tues., 6:30 p.m.(800) SEntara

Lap BandSentara School of Health Professions3rd thurs., 6:30 p.m.(800) SEntara

WEIGHt MaNaGEMENttoPS (take off Pounds Sensibly)Benn’s united Methodist Church tuesdays, 6 p.m.(757) 537-5788

aaRP DRIVER SafEtY PROGRaMChesapeake regional lifestyle Center(757) 312-6132

aLzHEIMER’S CaREGIVERS RESPItE PROGRaM

Simon Family Jewish Community CenterMondays, 10 a.m. to noon (757) 312-6132

BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS - fREEMaryview Medical Center, aston PavilionCall for information.(757) 889-CarE

Bon Secours MedCare1st Wednesday, 8 a.m.(757) 889-CarE

PREPaRED CHILDBIRtH CLaSSESChesapeake regional Medical CenterVisit www.chesapeakere-gional.com for a complete list of offerings.

SkIN CaNCER SCREENINGS - fREEChesapeake regional Medical CenterCall for information.(757) 312-6132

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PROFILE

HJ: What are your views on weight-loss surgery (liposuction, Lap Band, gastric bypass, etc.)?LH: I don’t do any type of weight-loss surgery personally, but I have sug-gested the idea to some of my patients because I believe it is an option for some people.

HJ: Have you had any personal experience with struggling to lose weight?LH: I’ve had problems managing my weight since I was in the third grade. I think I initially gained weight because that was at a time when my older sister left home and went away to college. I was very close to her, so eating became

a way to comfort myself. That was the start of a pattern.

In my early adult life, I was focused on my appearance. When I got mar-ried in 1989, I was the smallest I have ever been—a size four. I lost the weight by carefully watching everything I ate, keeping a food journal and exercising daily. over the next year and a half I slowly gained some of the weight back and then leveled off.

Today, I am focused on my health. obesity has a far more broad impact than just on how we look. I try to stress this to all of my patients.

HJ: Consumers are cautioned that weight-loss medications and supplements can sometimes do more harm than good. What is your opinion?LH: I never suggest over-the-counter weight-loss aids because they are not regulated. I do, for some patients, pre-scribe medication because I believe it is a useful tool—just like food diaries and exercise—but not a magic pill. I explain to them that they won’t be taking it every day for the rest of their lives but that it will get their cravings and eating under control.

HJ: How does your business compete with the many other weight-loss options out there?LH: I’m always cost-conscious, so I really worked hard to have programs that fit everyone’s budget. I always

Thanksgiving is a special time of year, especially for people who enjoy eating—and really,

who doesn’t? For some, the tradition-al holiday fare—mashed potatoes and gravy, buttered dinner rolls, stuffing and turkey, not to mention the array of desserts—is an appetizing treat. But for others, the delectable spread isn’t just food; it’s a feast made for self-loathing. For those with a compulsion to over-eat, no matter the time of year, food can seem like both their greatest friend and their worst enemy.

Dr. Lisa Harris understands what it means to have this sort of relation-ship with food. as a weight-loss physician, she’s counseled thou-sands of patients and helped to guide them toward a more balanced life, both physically and emotionally. Harris gained her experience academically at Hahnemann Medical School (now Drexel university College of Medicine) in Philadelphia, Pa., and personally from her own struggle with the scale.

Since opening the Chase Wellness and Research Center in Virginia Beach (www.chasewellnesscenter.com) in 1994, where she and her team of experts treat patients, Harris has seen the medical community as a whole begin to accept the idea that obesity is a complex yet treatable medical con-dition. The Health Journal recently spoke with Harris about what it takes to lose weight, how she and her son stay fit together, and what she’d likely sing if handed a microphone.

HJ: What recent advancements in bariatric medicine are you most excited about?LH: When I started in bariatric medi-cine, obesity was not really considered a medical disease. It was more the belief that people just had to have some willpower to stop eating, or maybe it was a character issue—like they were lazy. Now, especially in the medical community, obesity is seen as a medi-cal disease that needs to be treated. If someone is overweight or obese, it is not just a cosmetic issue. It’s actually a medical problem that can bring about other medical problems.

Changing Lives, one Pound at a Time Written By BrenDa h. WelChPhOtOGraPhy By PaGe BiShOP-freer

age: 49

hometown: Connelly, n.Y.

family: Son, 14; divorced

education: Bachelor’s degree from utica College of Syracuse university, utica, n.Y. ; Medical degree from Hahnemann Medical School (now drexel university College of Medicine) in Philadelphia, Pa.

Professional affiliations: american Medical association, american Society of Bariatric Physicians, american obesity association

Volunteer activities: FoodBank of Southeastern Va., the dwelling Place (an emergency family shelter), norfolk academy

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remind people that being obese or over-weight is expensive. Food costs money. You may have medical problems that have come from being overweight, and it costs money to see physicians and purchase the medications to manage those conditions. If you are gaining weight, then that costs money because you have to buy all new clothes.

HJ: What book is currently on your nightstand?LH: I am always reading parenting books. I am currently reading A Good Son—it’s all about how to raise boys. The second one I am reading is Lord of the Flies. My son is reading it in school, so I thought maybe I’d read it, too, so that we could have discussions.

HJ: Who are your role models?LH: Some of my patients who have lost a tremendous amount of weight. They just never gave up, even though it took them a while to do it. That’s the one quality that I admire in people the most—persistence.

HJ: Childhood obesity is a hot-button issue. Do you talk about weight with your son? LH: I stress healthy eating both at home and when we go out to dinner. I try to get him involved in lacrosse and other sports. So far he has not had an issue with his weight, and I hope he won’t. I think that it really helps when kids cook, because they are more likely to eat what they cook, so I’ve tried to do that with him, too. We also play games on the Wii Fit together, which is a ton of fun, and we both get a good workout.

HJ: Do you have a favorite quote?LH: Yes, it’s by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow: “The heights by great men reached and kept were not obtained by sudden flight, but they, while their companions slept, were toiling upward in the night.”

HJ: Do you have any hidden talents or hobbies that your patients would be surprised to know about? LH: I like to sing, although I can’t sing—so I don’t consider that a talent. I love to sing karaoke at home. If I go out of town, I will karaoke, but I don’t want anyone that knows me to see me. I usu-ally like to sing something by aretha Franklin—she’s spunky and lively.

“Obesity has a far more broad impact than just on how we look. I try to stress this to all of my patients.”

HJ

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