This month we would like to introduce Tara Hepler, our Medical Aesthetician. We threw a quick round of questions at her to give you the opportunity to get to know her! How long have you been a Medical Aesthetician? “I have been in practice for 19 years.” What […]
Read MoreQ & A: Setting Financial Goals for 2018
Fiscal Health can be just as important as physical health. Our friend, Regina Beatty CFP®, CBEC®, CRPC®, a private wealth strategist with Mosaic Wealth Consulting, shares her thoughts as we begin 2018. More than three quarters of Americans say they are likely to set financial goals in 2018 A Lincoln Financial Group study […]
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Q & A: What is the difference between micro-needling and a laser treatment?
This question has been asked to us on numerous occasions, so we felt it needed to be addressed this month as part of our Q & A. What is the difference between micro-needling and a laser treatment? Both treatments are effective in treating aging skin. Micro-needling is a minimally invasive treatment used to rejuvenate the […]
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Do I need to keep my heart rate up at all times during exercise?
Our Q & A this month comes from our wonderful friends at FASTER: Fitness And Sports Training Enhanced Results. Their team members are experienced, knowledgeable and passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Training Myths: I need to keep my heart rate up at ALL TIMES during exercise Answer: Many people believe […]
Read MoreWhat are some of the classic signs of breast cancer?
Since October is Breast Cancer Awareness month, we ask Dr. Antimarino: What are some of the classic signs of breast cancer? Are breast self-exams still considered an important part of maintaining breast health? Dr. Antimarino responds: According to statistics, 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer over the course of their lifetime. A woman’s risk […]
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Are laser hair removal treatments really effective at taking care of unwanted hair?
A.S. FROM PITTSBURGH ASKS: Some of my friends have had laser hair removal in the past and yet still have hairs that will reappear. Are laser hair removal treatments really effective at taking care of unwanted hair? Is it something you must maintain over time or do some people simply have more successful results? DR. […]
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How can I achieve a fresh and well-rested look without surgery?
L.V. from Pittsburgh asks: I feel like I am beginning to look as old as I feel. I am not ready for surgery and truthfully, not even sure how I feel about it. I would like to soften my look but I worry that my face will look different or everyone will know I had […]
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How do UV rays affect your eyes?
Dr. Antimarino has invited Dr. Alicia Telega of Shadyside Eye Associates to share her thoughts on sun protection. Finally, blue skies and baseball and music festivals and days at the park… I have been waiting for this forever! Or since last year. And if you are a current patient of mine, you know that everyone […]
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Will implants make me look top-heavy?
Question and Answer: TH of Monroeville asks: I have been considering a breast augmentation but I have large, heavy breasts and I am concerned that I will look “fat” with an implant in place. I have always felt that having large breasts tended to make me look heavier. I am looking to achieve more volume […]
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How can I find the right surgeon?
HB of Pittsburgh asks: After months of research I have recently made the decision to have a tummy tuck. Now I am ready to move forward with choosing my surgeon but I am overwhelmed with all of the information available through various websites. How would you recommend I find the right surgeon to perform my operation? Dr. Antimarino: […]
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