Spreading its Wings
“As long as you treat your patients like a member of your own family, you can’t go wrong.” Although it has been many years since Dr. Vishal Gupta first received this bit of advice, it has served him well and is a big part of the reason he believes Gastroenterology of Greater Orlando is such a success. “We’ve tried to instill that motto in all of our practice, where we... Read More
All the World’s a Stage
Guy Quigley is a Renaissance man who has lived and worked around the world—everywhere from Africa and London to Pennsylvania. Indie-film producer, screenwriter, author, inventor, cattle rancher, entrepreneur and devoted family man, Quigley has done it all, and put his heart and soul into every venture. Raised in Dublin, Ireland, Quigley came from a family of thespians who made... Read More
Helping Heroes
The men and women who risk their lives for our country are an integral part of the community. Veterans face many challenges when they return home from service, and showing them support is essential to help them reintegrate into civilian life. In Central Florida, several local nonprofit organizations help veterans to reacclimate, as well as to celebrate their heroism during and... Read More
Finer Fairways
Orlando, FL / USA – January 08, 2018: Shingle Creek Golf Club on a clear blue sky day surrounded with palm trees. A round of golf can be both exhilarating and frustrating at the same time. And that’s the beauty of this game that you’ll never quite master, but will spend countless days on the course trying to exactly do just that. With golf season in full... Read More
Prevention is the Best Protection
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Those words famously pronounced by historical icon Benjamin Franklin all those years ago still ring true today in so many ways, especially when it comes to proper skin care. With Florida’s year-round abundant sunshine drawing more folks outside to soak up the rays, it’s become more important than ever to protect... Read More
Become Part of the Family
Living just three miles away from Foundation Academy (FA) for the past 20 years, Liefke Meyers has long been an admirer of one of the premier private schools in Central Florida, which offers students from preschool through high school a Christ-centered education in a warm and welcoming environment. Through her involvement in the community, she had become aware of Foundation’s... Read More
Out & About
A look at upcoming events around the Greater Orlando area Now-Aug. 6 Dreamgirls, Garden Theatre, Winter Garden, times vary July 24-30 American Tennis Association National Championships, USTA National Campus, Orlando, times vary July 26 Kaleidoscope Artisan Market, Celery City Craft, Sanford, 5-10 p.m. Sam Smith: GLORIA the Tour, Amway Center, Orlando, 8 p.m. July... Read More
Still in Demand
Even as the real estate market cools off a bit, Central Florida remains a lucrative investment opportunity amidst sunshine and growth. Florida, affectionately known as the “Sunshine State,” not only attracts tourists with its theme parks, sandy beaches and vibrant lifestyle but also entices investors with a thriving real estate market. Boasting a combination of favorable factors,... Read More
An Open Book
Bestselling horror writer Chuck Wendig has had many writing jobs in his time, including storytelling for role-playing games, comics, television and film. On one writing job—his very first, in fact—he wrecked a van … but more on that later. Wendig has written fiction since 1997, but his reputation as a novelist reached a new height in 2019 with his pandemic thriller novel Wanderers.... Read More
IVF Innovators
The journey through infertility can be emotionally daunting to both individuals and couples alike. For the past 20 years, The IVF Center has been providing top-notch reproductive healthcare through its team of dedicated, empathetic, and empowering physicians and staff. Founder and Director Dr. Mark Trolice is highly regarded among his medical colleagues and patients. Dr. Trolice’s... Read More
Health Care with a Heart
Scott Cook Photography; From left: Melissa Singh, Board Member; Jerry Kassab, Board Member; Lewis Kellom, founding Board Member; Sister Ann Kendrick, Founder; Dr. Debra Andree, current President and Chief Executive Officer; and Timothy McKinney, Board Member. For over 50 years, Community Health Centers has been committed to delivering exceptional and affordable care throughout Central... Read More
Falling Short
There have been a lot of headlines made recently about the struggles school districts across the country are faced with as they grapple with a nationwide shortage of teachers. Closer to home, it’s certainly a cause for great concern and so Florida has taken measures to address the growing problem. But is it enough? The answer to that pressing question depends on who you ask. Clinton... Read More
In Perfect Harmony
Ever since Gloria Estefan was a young child she claims she “saw” or “knew” things that were going to come to pass at some point in the future. And as time went on and this happened frequently enough, she began to rely more and more on these instinctive feelings whenever they arose. So it should come as no surprise that after first meeting her now-husband Emilio and joining... Read More
Education Resource Directory
CENTRAL REGION CHARTER SCHOOLS Lake Eola Charter School 135 North Magnolia Ave., Orlando (407) 246-0900 | LECS.org Lake Eola Charter School provides instruction using best practices to develop the 5 C’s (Computation, Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Character, and Community Engagement) in our family of learners. Orange County Preparatory Academy 10250 University Blvd., Orlando (407)... Read More
Senior Living Resource Directory
55 PLUS COMMUNITY Overture Dr. Phillips 6410 Sand Lake Sound Rd., Orlando (407) 775-4731 | OvertureDrPhillips.com Overture Hamlin 5795 Citrus Village Blvd., Winter Garden (407) 573-6014 | OvertureHamlin.com Experience carefree, maintenance-free 55+ living at Overture! Our active adult communities offer resort-inspired amenities, modern floor plans, and lively social calendars to... Read More
Special Needs Resource Directory
CENTRAL REGION ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS Digital Arts for Autism 3107 Edgewater Dr., Suite 3, Orlando (407) 459-7959 | DigitalArtsforAutism.org Digital Arts for Autism is a 501© nonprofit organization that specializes in preparing high functioning PRE/POST High School Students by training them in digital media and animation. PRIVATE SCHOOLS (Special Needs) Center Academy Maitland:... Read More
Health and Wellness Resource Directory
HEALTH & WELLNESS (CENTRAL) DENTAL Christine Nguyen, DDS 1330 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park (407) 629-4077 ChristineNguyenDDS.com Dr. Christine Nguyen provides comprehensive general dentistry for adults and children including annual preventive care, oral cancer screening, Invisalign, veneers, six-month smiles, Zoom!... Read More
An Eye on the Future
As president of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, Katherine Ramsberger is invested in helping Orlando’s arts and culture scene reach new heights. It’s no secret that Orlando has a vibrant and continuously evolving arts scene that caters to a wide variety of audiences from across the region and beyond. Yet, in some ways, it feels like the city is only just starting... Read More
The Preferred Choice
With a dedicated team of agents and a proven track record of putting clients first, Preferred Real Estate Brokers has become a leader in the field. Preferred Real Estate Brokers is Florida’s premier real estate brokerage, dedicated to providing exceptional services in this dynamic and ever-evolving real estate market. Preferred Real Estate Brokers is ranked a Top 10 brokerage... Read More
Just One Question
Summertime certainly means fun in Orlando. But with the summer heat upon us, it is important to stay cool and enjoy the next several weeks of the sizzling season. So, we wanted to know: “What is your favorite way to beat the Orlando summer heat?” We asked these Central Floridians and here’s what they had to say. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer “There is no better way to beat the... Read More
The Perfect Matches
Jewish Matchmaking on Netflix is Changing Modern-Day Dating Rituals So how did a nice Jewish woman from Pennsylvania become the host of the global hit Jewish Matchmaking, a new reality dating show from Netflix that is helping us reevaluate and recalibrate our dating and mating rituals? Well, it appears that much like finding the right date or mate, Aleeza Ben Shalom, a matchmaker... Read More
