Archive for Body, Mind and Spirit

Bettendorf mom beats colon cancer.

Posted by on March 6, 2012 with 1 Comments

Meet 45 year-old, Gina Bubon of Bettendorf. A mother of two teenagers, she learned she had colon cancer at age 39. Her inspirational story is one more example of power to the patient.

Back on the road

Posted by on October 13, 2011 with 0 Comments

PV Junior High Social Studies Teacher Jeff Paul shares his love for history and athletics with his students, but an Achilles tendon injury almost derailed a dream. Learn how a QC orthopaedist performed triathlon career-saving surgery for this professional triathlete. “Physical fitness is a celebration of life,” says Jeff.

Cleared for take-off

Posted by on September 20, 2011 with 0 Comments

After years of flying radio-controlled planes, Dennis Gooch of Coal Valley was grounded by a flat foot. Thanks to Dr. Tuvi Mendel of Davenport-based Orthopaedic Specialists, Dennis is back behind the controls and flying high.

Meet the Eon Mini – the world’s smallest neurostimulator

Posted by on July 8, 2011 with 0 Comments

Slightly larger than the circumference of a U.S. silver dollar, the Eon Mini neurostimulator’s small size allows for a smaller incision, which gives makes it less visible and more comfortable for patients.