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Do You Need ○ Smoking the equivalent of 20 or more pack-years “Hopefully this will lead to a cure. We couldn’t be more happy
Lung Cancer Screening (e.g., one pack a day for 20 years; two packs a day that this is part of Lenny’s legacy.”
Dr. Szentirmai is grateful for the trust they have placed
for 10 years)
If You Quit Smoking? ○ Being 50 to 80 years old in the research at Cleveland Clinic Martin Health. “Without
○ Smoking for any portion of the past 15 years their support, we could not have made the progress we have
Ac c ordi ng t o t he • Lung cancer screening is not recommended if your risk in learning more about this disease.”
American Cancer Society, of lung cancer is low, because the harms of screening may The Lenny Schelin Jr. Memorial Tournament is an annual
smoking contributes to 80 outweigh its benefits. fundraising effort in its second year. Martin Health Executive
and 90 percent of lung cancer • Screening is worthwhile only if you are healthy enough Director of Philanthropy Delesa Morris is thankful for their
deaths in women and men, to tolerate the evaluation and treatment of any lung nodules continued support.
respectively. or lung cancers that are found. “This event is helping to provide hope for the future by
But what if you quit If your doctor recommends screening, look for a program funding research into this deadly disease,” she said.
smoking? Quitting has some where experts take the time to discuss its risks and benefits About Cleveland Clinic Florida Region
health benefits that start right with you, and are experienced in lung cancer evaluation and The Cleveland Clinic Florida region is a nonprofit,
away and others that can treatment. multispecialty healthcare provider that integrates clinical
lead to improved health over Meanwhile, tell your doctor right away if you have any and hospital care with research and education. The Florida
many years. of these worrisome symptoms, because you may need testing region now includes Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital,
The risk of having lung to confirm or rule out the presence of lung cancer: Cleveland Clinic Martin Health, and Cleveland Clinic Weston
cancer or other smoking- Corbin Hodder, D.O. • A new, persistent cough, or coughing up blood Hospital, with five hospitals and numerous outpatient centers
related illnesses decreases • Unexplained shortness of breath or chest pain in Broward, Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie counties.
after you stop smoking • Unintentional weight loss The Florida region is an integral part of Cleveland Clinic in
and continues to decrease Be proactive – call (844) 811-LUNG (5864) to find out if Ohio, where providing outstanding patient care is based upon
the longer you go without a low-dose CT lung cancer screening is right for you. the principles of cooperation, compassion and innovation.
smoking, though your risk Physicians at Cleveland Clinic are experts in the treatment
will never be as low as Cleveland Clinic Martin Health of complex conditions that are difficult to diagnose. For
that of someone who never Foundation Receives A $50,000 more information about Cleveland Clinic Florida, visit www.
smoked. clevelandclinicflorida.org. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.
So, if you’ve successfully Gift To Continue Glioblastoma About Cleveland Clinic Martin Health
kicked the habit and are now Cleveland Clinic Martin Health is part of the Cleveland
a former smoker, do you still Research Clinic Florida region. It features three hospitals with 521
need to think about having a total beds, a free-standing emergency center, and numerous
lung cancer screening? Family and friends of Lenny Schelin Jr. recently presented outpatient centers and clinics across Martin and St. Lucie
Pulmonologists Corbin Cleveland Clinic Martin Health with a gift in the amount of counties on Florida’s east coast. Cleveland Clinic Martin
Hodder, D.O., and Michael Michael Marsh, M.D. $50,000. The funds will continue to help support research into Health offers preventive, primary and acute hospital care, as
Marsh, M.D., who see glioblastoma, an aggressive form of malignant brain tumor. well as cancer care, a heart center, wellness and rehabilitation
patients at the Cleveland Clinic Martin Health Family Schelin Jr. passed away in 2018 at the age of 33 from services, and much more. Learn more at clevelandclinic.org/
Health Center in Stuart, offer advice on this topic: glioblastoma. An avid fisherman, The Lenny Schelin Jr. martinhealth.
• Talk to your doctor if you’re concerned about your risk Memorial Tournament helps keep
for lung cancer. Lung cancer screening is recommended for his legacy alive.
those meeting all the criteria for high risk including: “Lenny always wanted to be
remembered and I can’t think of a
better way than to provide relief and
art Happenings hope for the ones that are afflicted
with this horrible disease,” said his
mother, Debbie Johnston.
Following a check presentation at
Martin Artisans Guild Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital,
To Present November/ neurosurgeon Oszkar Szentirmai,
M.D., provided an update on the
December Show glioblastoma research taking place,
including new cellular research.
By Jackie Holfelder “This is a big stride in treatment
The Martin Artisan Guild has a very happenin’ exhibit and finding opportunities to lengthen
from Nov. 3 to Dec. 31 at its smashing new Palm Room the life of so many,” Johnston said.
Art Gallery and Artisans Boutique, located at 3746 S.E.
Ocean Blvd. in Harbour Bay Plaza.
Participating artists in the November/December exhibit
include:
• Carla Cope • Kim Beltrame
• Diana Rell Dean • Laura Kay Darvill Whiticar
• Dot Galfond • Lynn Morgan
• Jacquelyn Roesch-Sanchez • Mark Stall
• James J. DeMartis • Torenzo Gann
• Jeanine Baum
They will be on hand to chat with you at the opening
reception.
The Palm Room Art Gallery and Artisans Boutique
is open from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday (except
holidays).
It’s the perfect place to bring your holiday guests:
You can all enjoy the new art and artists in the guild’s
permanent gallery. Revel in the beauty and support the
visual arts of Martin County.
For information, visit www.martinartisansguild.org.
Photo by Martin Artisans Guild
Photographer Mark Stall is one of the exhibiters in
the November/December show.