Medicine & Medical Care   

If you have any of the following conditions: sharp pains in the back of the leg, lower back pain, herniated/bulging discs, numbness in your arms or legs, shooting hip or thigh pain, muscle spasms, sprains and strains, you may have "Sciatica."

Sciatica is a compression of the sciatic nerve, usually by L4 or L5 disc herniations. Sciatica can be a very painful problem, even crippling at times. Spinal decompression has a high success rate with helping disc herniations, sciatica and back pain. This could mean that in a few weeks you could be back on the golf course, traveling or doing whatever it is that you have not been able to enjoy. Come hear Dr. Pedro A. Orta, D.C., discuss this technology.

Health care provides valuable services to patients. However, many issues create health and financial risk.  This four part course, outlined below, will help you to understand these issues, develop strategies to lower these risks and maximize the benefits of your health care experience.   
1. Insurance - Both public (Medicare, Medicaid) and private insurance options are reviewed. Major financial risks such as receiving out of network care, enrollment penalties etc. are discussed.
2. Selecting Quality Providers - Learn how to evaluate physicians, hospitals, nursing homes, etc. using information now found on leading websites.
3. Patient Safety - Find out about medical errors and tips to avoid them. Learn practical ways to keep you or a family member safe when receiving care.
4. Researching Medical Conditions - A list of leading health care websites covering cancer, heart disease and many other conditions will be provided and explained. This knowledge will allow you to have more informed discussions with your medical provider.

 

Insomnia is a common and often chronic complaint in clinical settings. The National Sleep Foundation estimates that 69 million Americans report chronic insomnia and 150 million report occasional insomnia in any given year. Many resort to drugs that are often habit forming and have detrimental side effects, but this is not necessary. There are many natural therapies that can relieve insomnia and/or correct the underlying cause so that you can get a good night's rest again. Come listen to Dr. Pedro A. Orta ,a holistic Chiropractic Physician, lecture on this most important topic.

Do you take thyroid hormones, yet still suffer from fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, depression, or other hypothyroid symptoms? Are your symptoms steadily worsening while your blood tests stay the same? Do your symptoms go untreated because your lab tests are normal? Come hear Dr Pedro A Orta, D.C. share on this disease and how to help you understand what your body is going through and how to help to feel better.

Prescription drugs have become highly politicized and regulated over the past decade; however, we have seen some remarkable trends in the pharmaceutical industry during the pandemic. Join Dr. Parker as he walks through the science that was used to create the vaccines in record time and how he sees the pharmaceutical industry evolving as we navigate a pandemic.

Have you ever had IBS type symptoms like gas, bloating, burping and intestinal discomfort? Is it IBS, IBD, Food allergies or Leaky Gut (intestinal permeability)? We will discuss natural treatments, elimination diets, eating habits and if a detox is right for you. So many people experience GI disturbances - but we usually keep the symptoms to ourselves. Don't let the symptoms disrupt your activities any longer. This is the opportunity to learn more about various root causes of your symptoms. You will receive tips and ideas to try at home.

Plantar faciitis is a common cause of heel and foot pain in adults. The classic symptoms include heel pain that is usually most severe first thing in the morning. This condition is characterized by inflammation at the insertion point of the plantar fascia on the heel bone. Come learn more about symptoms and solutions for pain with Dr. Pedro Orta.

Plantar faciitis is a common cause of heel and foot pain in adults. The classic symptoms include heel pain that is usually most severe first thing in the morning. This condition is characterized by inflammation at the insertion point of the plantar fascia on the heel bone. Come learn more about symptoms and solutions for pain with Dr. Pedro Orta.

More than 20 million Americans suffer from peripheral neuropathy, a problem caused by damage to the nerves that supply your arms and legs.

This painful condition interferes with your body's ability to transmit messages to your muscles, skin, joints, or internal organs. If left ignored or mistreated, neuropathy can lead to irreversible health conditions.

More than 20 million Americans suffer from peripheral neuropathy, a problem caused by damage to the nerves that supply your arms and legs.

This painful condition interferes with your body's ability to transmit messages to your muscles, skin, joints, or internal organs. If left ignored or mistreated, neuropathy can lead to irreversible health conditions.

Knee pain can keep you from enjoying some of your favorite activities. Playing with grand kids may become more difficult as will walking short distances or playing golf. If you have arthritis, cartilage damage, "bone on bone" tendinitis, bursitis, or hear crunching and popping sounds, a new treatment may eliminate your knee pain and help restore normal function. Come hear Dr. Orta, D.C., speak on this technology.

Many people report being tired and stressed. Could it be Adrenal Fatigue/Adrenal Dysfunction? Learn more about how Adrenal Dysfunction is more than just being tired. We will discuss what makes the brain & body stressed; how to test for Adrenal Dysfunction; stages; and how we can treat naturally so you feel well again.

Learn how supportive care can help relieve pain and suffering from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness allowing you to feel better and live better. This presentation will engage, inform and empower you. It's your healthcare, your option and your choice.

For centuries, we've known that the health of the brain and body are connected. Science is now able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about the effects of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement. Hands-on planning tool provided.

If you are over the age of 30 and have rotator cuff problems, frozen shoulder or arthritis, there could be hope. Low level laser therapy, or cold laser, has helped patients increase shoulder strength, improve motion and eliminate shoulder pain. Cold laser therapy has been tested for 40 years, and has been shown to aid in damaged tissue regeneration, decrease inflammation, relieve pain and boost the immune system. Dr. Pedro A. Orta, D.C., will discuss this technology and how it may help you.

Learn about the aging foot and what you can do to help. Review common feet issues with aging and what a podiatrist can do to help. Problems include diabetes, arthritis, bunions, hammertoes, fungus, ulcers, etc.

A healthy heart is essential to your overall health. Join Julie Paradiso, RN, BSN, CHFN and Korey Hines, RN, MSN from AdventHealth Ocala to learn about lifestyle modification, early heart attack care, cardiovascular disease prevention and heart failure.

Do you suffer from Arthritis? Arthritis is a degenerative joint disease that causes swelling and pain that can range from mild to excruciating. Although more than two hundred diseases are classified under the name "arthritis" most arthritic conditions fall into one of two categories: osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

The pain and inflammation occur when the cartilage that protects the bones from rubbing against each other wears down. Some of the symptoms are morning stiffness, painful, swollen joints fatigue, weakness and so many more. Come hear Dr Pedro Orta, D.C. discuss these diseases. Learn the root causes and natural treatments so you can start feeling better.

Do you suffer from Arthritis? Arthritis is a degenerative joint disease that causes swelling and pain that can range from mild to excruciating. Although more than two hundred diseases are classified under the name "arthritis" most arthritic conditions fall into one of two categories: osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

The pain and inflammation occur when the cartilage that protects the bones from rubbing against each other wears down. Some of the symptoms are morning stiffness, painful, swollen joints fatigue, weakness and so many more. Come hear Dr Pedro Orta, D.C. discuss these diseases. Learn the root causes and natural treatments so you can start feeling better.

Many people have a thyroid that is not working properly. We will review symptoms of overactive as well as underactive thyroid & review the different types of Thyroid dysfunctions. We will also review what thyroid tests should be done & the various treatment options that are available.

Headaches can be extremely debilitating if you suffer from them. There is no such thing as a normal headache. Come find out causes and holistic, natural treatments to eliminate or alleviate them

Please join UF College of Pharmacy students for a new drug update. Topics to be covered include: the top 10 new drugs of 2020; the drug approval process; where to find information about clinical trials.

In this course, the Pharmacology team will describe osteoporosis, discuss over the counter and prescription drug options to treat osteoporosis, and outline ways to prevent osteoporosis.

Pharmacology students will discuss osteoarthritis, over the counter and prescription drug options to treat osteoarthritis, and outline ways to prevent arthritis.

Join the University of Florida's Pharmacology Doctoral Candidates as they explore the history of heart failure management. In addition to learning about the dietary and non-drug options for the management of heart failure, you will also learn some new medications used to treat heart failure.

University of Florida's Pharmacology Doctoral Candidates present a history of diabetes management, followed by a discussion of dietary and non-drug options for the management of diabetes. Students will also learn about new medications that are available and how they are used to treat diabetes.

Join UF College of Pharmacy faculty and students to discuss traveling with medication. The following topics will be covered:
-How to obtain enough medication for vacation
-How to pack medication according to the TSA rules
-What to do if you need a prescription while you are away from home.

In this course, Pharmacology students will describe safe medication practices when it comes to taking medications, disposing medications, and finding out information about medications on the internet.