Moving Fertility Forward
A leader in cutting-edge research with a network of providers around the globe, Reproductive Medicine Associates prioritizes the patient experience, offering customized treatment plans and supportive care with success rates well above the national average. When patients are facing infertility, it’s not always easy to figure out a way forward. Reproductive Medicine Associates... Read More
Compassionate Care
Winter Park Veterinary Hospital prioritizes a personalized approach to better care for our beloved pets and build lasting relationships with clients. In the more than seven decades since Winter Park Veterinary Hospital opened its doors in 1955, the world of veterinary medicine has made tremendous strides when it comes to caring for patients. While these advancements have helped... Read More
Building Bright Futures
At Children’s Lighthouse in Winter Garden, research-based curriculum and a family environment give children the tools to succeed for years to come. As the Center Director of Children’s Lighthouse in Winter Garden, Shanna Wolfenden gets to witness the noticeable impact that the faith-based early learning school has on helping young minds develop and grow. By championing its... Read More
Spiritual Growth and Academic Excellence
For families across the country looking for faith-forward, flexible education for their children, Fortress Christian School gives them an affordable online schooling option. Flexibility can be hard to come by, especially when it comes to K-12 education for those hoping to raise their children under the teachings of the Bible. During these formative years of a child’s life, Christian... Read More
Awesome Attorneys 2026
Trying to navigate your way through a legal situation, no matter how routine or complex, is certainly made easier with a trusted attorney by your side. The right legal professional will not only work diligently for you, but also with you to ensure that your best interests are priority No. 1. That is why each year we ask the region’s law firms and our readers to nominate those... Read More
When Learning Takes Flight
Vision of Flight summer aviation camps offer students a chance to spread their wings in a nontraditional classroom setting—and literally take to the skies. When U.S. Navy veteran and general aviation pilot saw students shy from social interaction as technology and computer usage grew in the classroom, he became concerned. “I wanted to get something going to get kids... Read More
Fun for the Whole Family
The Central Florida Fair is ready to celebrate its 114th year with a blend of exciting new experiences and traditional favorites that guests of all ages will love. To many moms and dads, one of the best parts about being a parent is getting to introduce their children to the activities and traditions that meant so much to them while growing up, and then seeing the wonder... Read More
A Reason to Smile
New technological advancements in dentistry and orthodontics may not be coming out every day or even every week, but it often seems that way to the Central Florida professionals whose jobs require them to rely on their years of experience while also being open to the latest developments to impact the field. Like in all branches of medicine, there have been significant changes over... Read More
Top Dentists 2026
In our September issue, Orlando Family Magazine will honor Greater Orlando’s best dentists. As part of that coverage, we’d like to hear from you, our readers, about the dentists who make sure your oral health is in good hands! Nominations must be received by February 20th. Top Dentists 2026 Endodontics General... Read More
Top Physicians 2026
In our August issue, Orlando Family Magazine will honor Greater Orlando’s best physicians. As part of that coverage, we’d like to hear from you, our readers, about the physicians who make sure their patients’ health come first! Nominations must be received by February 20th. Top Physicians 2026 Allergy... Read More
Making an Impact
A spotlight on area nonprofits and philanthropists helping our communities change for the better. Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida This holiday season, celebrating the spirit of giving means supporting the nonprofits and philanthropists shaping our community. Every act of kindness—whether volunteering your time, making a donation or spreading awareness—can have a... Read More
The More the Merrier
Our annual guide to the plethora of holiday festivities around the region. Gaylord Palms Light Show Everyone celebrates differently, and Central Florida is a destination for an abundance of diverse events to carry on traditions or to try something new. Whether taking part in community happenings, expressing creativity by making meaningful gifts, taking in the arts or engaging in... Read More
Prioritizing Pet Health
As 21st-century pets have enjoyed a rise in status as bona-fide family members, Central Florida’s veterinary professionals care for their animal patients with that same loving compassion. Long gone are the days when cats were exclusively outdoor animals and dogs spent their nights in bare-bones outdoor accommodations. Today’s animal companions are lovingly spoiled with stuffed-full... Read More
A Foundation of Excellence
At Montverde Academy, students succeed in academics and develop a strong moral compass to ready them for life beyond school. Montverde Academy is preparing students for the future both in and out of the classroom. “Our community is a network of students, families and faculty working together. In this environment, students feel safe to take appropriate risks, try new activities... Read More
Beyond the Eye Chart
What’s new in retina care, why it matters and how Florida Retina Institute can help. What if the most important part of your eye exam isn’t the chart you read, but the questions you ask and the technology behind the scenes? In today’s rapidly evolving field of retina care, science is transforming how we detect, treat and even prevent vision loss. From gene therapy and long-lasting... Read More
A Focus on Family
Lake Eola Charter School’s cohesive, family-like learning environment brings students, parents and faculty together for success. “We’re a family.” This sentiment is what Lake Eola Charter School (LECS) Director Joey Parrish says drives everything they do at the tuition-free public school located in the heart of Orlando. It’s a standard they not only hold their students... Read More
Extreme Makeover
Foundation Academy continues to make significant updates and additions to its three campuses while staying true to the Christ-centered and values-based education for which it has long been known. Every January, Foundation Academy (FA)—one of the premier private, Christian schools in Florida—brings the staff and families from all three of its campuses together for a special... Read More
One Team, Countless Successful Outcomes
By combining talent, technology and a culture of teamwork, Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida advances its goal of remaining a leader in pediatric neurology and neurosurgical care that proactively pioneers new treatments and diagnostic methods. Before becoming the newest neurosurgeon at Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando, Myron Rolle, MD, played football both at Florida... Read More
Seeing the Big Picture
Proper eye health starts with routine exams and recognizing issues before symptoms arise. It would seem obvious that having good vision is imperative for our daily routines and living a high quality of life, yet too often proper eye health is an afterthought. With an aging population leading to an increase in vision loss and eye diseases, routine screenings have perhaps never... Read More
Ahead of the Curve
Headlands Research Orlando specializes in diverse clinical trials and programs to help those affected by memory loss. With the upcoming holiday season presenting opportunities for extended families to connect, it is the best time to collaborate with one another on how to best support a loved one experiencing cognitive changes. Early signs of a neurodegenerative disease may be subtle... Read More
A Quick Study: The 2025 Private High School Report Card
With another school year upon us and children back in the classroom, it’s time for Orlando Family Magazine to take a closer look at how some of the region’s leading private high schools are preparing students for academic success. We worked directly with the schools to obtain key information in areas like average SAT scores, tuition rates, student-to-teacher ratios and more.... Read More
