Archive for March, 2010

Health Care Reform Roadmap

It’s true the healthcare system is large, complex, and fractured – making reform a daunting task. However, couldn’t we start the process with a few smaller steps, and then build upon the framework instead of trying to change it all in one fell swoop?

Dr. Pete: Invest In Yourself

More Americans are overweight and out of shape than ever before. Their sedentary, high-calorie lifestyles are causing an epidemic of obesity, high blood pressure, heart disease and degenerative arthritis among other preventable conditions.

Arts In Medicine Promotes Healing

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – In the darkest hour of her life, Patti Donahue saw the light in the most unexpected of places. Because the arts have been proven effective in promoting comfort and relaxation in patients, caregivers and family members, programs similar to Health First’s are becoming standard practice in hospital systems across the country.

ANGEL FLIGHT: Modern Day Pony Express

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Dr. Richard Gayles is truly an angel. The Merritt Island, Florida physician is part of Angel Flight, a national network of pilots who volunteer their time ferrying patients to treatment locations far from their homes.

Radio Show To Discuss Impact of Health Care Bill

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – The SpaceCoastMedicine.com Radio Show will broadcast this Saturday live from the Cumulus Broadcasting studios located in Melbourne, Florida.

Run For the Gecko Benefits Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA –Running Zone will host the “Run for the Gecko Hawaiian Luau 5k” on Saturday, May 8.

Dr. Badolato Installed As Brevard County Medical Society President

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Stephen K. Badolato, MD, was installed as the 96th President of the Brevard County Medical Society during the organization’s 2010 Installation Dinner at the Suntree Country Club.

$62,000 Grant Awarded To Cancer Care Foundation

Susan G. Komen For the Cure, Central Florida Affiliate, awarded a $62,000.00 grant to the Cancer Care Centers of Brevard Foundation to assist local breast cancer patients.

It’s A New World For Girls

“It’s a girl.” We hear these words after nine months of waiting and finally delivering our baby, and all the world changes for us.

Dr. Pecoraro Honored For Outstanding Cancer Care

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Al Pecoraro, Jr., MD, FACS, was among 36 physicians nationwide recognized by the Commission on Cancer for his outstanding work in support of cancer care.