In This Issue
Upcoming Events
Take Advantage of Social Media
Health & Wellness Lecture Series
Fosamax and Fractures
Better Health Blog
Integrative Medicine Packages
The Healthy Weigh
Upcoming Events
 
Diabetes Classes with Jan Kellogg, certified diabetes educator


 January 9
On the Road to Better Managing your Diabetes

January 16
Diabetes and Healthy Eating

Diabetes classes are held on Saturdays from
10 AM - Noon at the offices of Lisa Larkin MD & Associates.

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Taking Charge of Our Health: A Healthy Living Discussion Series
by Dr. Josefa Rangel

January 20
Movie: "The New Medicine"
7 PM

February 11
Book Discussion:
"The End of Overeating: Taking Control of the Insatiable American Appetite,"
by David Kessler, MD

7 PM

Installments of the Discussion Series takes place at the offices of Lisa Larkin MD & Associates. Please visit our website or call 513.271.5111 for more information.


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Urgent Walk-in Appointments Available
Mon. - Fri., from  9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Call our office at 513.271.5111 if you have any doubt as to whether your issue qualifies as an urgent (but non-complicated) walk-in appointment.


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Flu Shots Still Available

Our walk-in flu shot clinic is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Thursday. You also
can call our office at 513.271.5111 to schedule a flu shot appointment.

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Patient NewsletterDecember 2010
Lisa Larkin, M.D.
Take Advantage of Social Media
One of our goals as your health care provider is to keep you up-to-date with the latest information that can benefit your health. Our social media presence gives you convenient access to that information, and gives you a place to voice your opinions and concerns. Keep up to date on health topics, recent blog posts, upcoming events and more! We want to be a part of your daily routine!

  Health & Wellness Lecture Series December Topics:
IBS and Hormone Therapy

Be sure to attend the upcoming installment of the Health & Wellness Lecture Series on Tuesday, December 14.

Dr. Norman H. Gilinksy, gastroenterologist, will open the evening at 6:30 p.m. with "Diagnosing, Treating and Managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome."

The second lecture will begin at 7:30 p.m. -  "Sorting through the Hype: The Truth  about Bioidentical Compounded Hormone Therapy," by Dr. Lisa Larkin, NCMP, certified menopause practitioner.


Installments of the Health & Wellness Lecture Series are held on Tuesday evening at the Cincinnati Sports Club (CSC). Call our office at 513.271.5111 or the CSC at 513.527.4000 to sign up.

Dr. Larkin's Perspective on Fosamax and Fractures 
The New York Times recently published an article detailing the negative effects the osteoporosis drug Fosamax has had on some patients, leading some to even resort to legal action. The full article can be read here.

"The bottom line is that these drugs benefit far more patients than they harm," says Dr. Lisa Larkin. "Patient selection is important and use of the medication should be reserved for patients at the highest risk of fracture. Patients should not panic and should not stop their medication without speaking to their physician. If you have concerns, schedule a visit in the office to review your bone density and the need for these medications."

Better Health Blog 
The Better Health Blog has been recently updated with two new guest posts!

Dentist Dr. Stephen Pick discusses the connection between gum disease and heart disease. Gum disease can lead to coronary artery disease, and even exacerbate existing heart conditions. Read the full post here.

Rodger Miller of Synergy HomeCare reminds us that the holiday season is a time to be thankful for our loved ones, especially our parents, who have provided constant love and support throughout our lives. As our parents age, we have the chance to assume the role of caretaker and reciprocate by providing that same level of care and support they shared. Read his full post here.


Carespring Integrative Medicine Offering
Holiday Wellness Packages
Logo for Integrative Medicine Carespring Integrative Medicine is offering the gift of health this holiday season! Indulge your loved one with these unique holiday health packages from Dr. Josefa Rangel, and enjoy a 25% off discount on these gifts that keep on giving:

Package 1: 'Tis the Season for Wellness
Four consults for the four seasons: a physician consult,
nutrition assessment, fitness evaluation and stress management analysis.
Customized plan included.
Price $525

*A savings of $160


Package 2: Wellness Sampler
Think of it as a gift basket of therapeutic goodies! An integrative medicine
physician will offer a consultation and help you or your loved one select 12 sessions over the course of three months. Give Lifestyle, Touch, Movement or Healing therapies a try!
Price $825

*A savings of $260


Package 3: 365 Days of Wellness
Take the 'Tis the Season for Wellness package and add 11 additional monthly follow-up consults with an integrative medicine specialist, nutritionist, stress management specialist and fitness instructor and you've got an entire year's worth of wellness! As a bonus, all additional therapies are offered at a 25% discount.
Price $3,000

*A savings of $985


Carespring Integrative Medicine, an initiative of Carespring Health Care Management, is directed by Dr. Larkin and integrative medicine specialist Dr. Josefa Rangel. Integrative medicine combines the best of conventional and alternative medicine to promote whole-person wellness and self-healing.

 

To learn more or to schedule a consultation, including a comprehensive lifestyle assessment, please call 513.561.0109 or visit the website.



New Healthy Weigh Classes Begin in January
Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD, of Sound Bites Nutrition, LLC, offers individual and group weight loss classes through her Healthy Weigh program. The six-week program is designed to give you the skills to make healthier choices for weight loss and optimal health.
Lisa Andrews
A new six-week group session begins Wednesday, January 19 and concludes on Wednesday, February 23.

The six-week group session includes:
- A sample meal plan
- Weekly weigh-ins
- Latest topics and trends in weight loss
- Group support

Cost is $175 for the six-week package.

The Healthy Weigh group classes are held at the offices of Lisa Larkin MD & Associates and begin at 6:30 p.m. on the specified dates. For more information or to sign up for a group or individual session of The Healthy Weigh, please call 513.271.5111 or email lisa@soundbitesnutrition.com

Thank you again for the opportunity to participate in your healthcare. We hope you will take advantage of the many resources available to you, and we look forward to serving you in the New Year!
 
As always, we place great value on open communication with you. If you ever have any questions or comments, please don't hesitate to contact us at 513.271.5111 or officeinfo@lisalarkinmd.com.

 
Sincerely,
 
Lisa Larkin, MD, NCMP

Lisa Joliat, MD, NCMP
Maria Wright, MD, NCMP
Kim L. Miller, MD, NCMP
Susan Stegman, MD
Anna Fox, CNP
Sondra Lyness, PA-C
Cindy Dellinger, MD, FACOG, NCMP