As president and founder of The Healing
Continuum, I’ve brought together a group of
leading physicians and experts in fitness, mental
health, mind/body medicine, nutrition and parenting
who are committed to a holistic approach to
wellness—they are the advisors and writers who are
the core of The Healing Continuum team.
In addition to articles, self-tests and our
database, the National Training Center will offer
Healing Continuum subscribers
tutorials on staying fit.
The Healing Continuum Team
Board Advisors and Contributors
Jannette H. Rivera, M.D. a
pediatrician
Kirti M. Kalidas, M.D., N.D.
Internist and Naturopathic Physician
Deborah Cort, RN, MSN, a hospital
administrator
Leah K. Dearman, PT, MS, a licensed
physical therapist
Brabara Entsuah, MD a family
practioner
Pradip Jamnadas, M.D., a
cardiologist
Kamy Kemp, MD, a breast surgeon
Tammy McCarus, M.D., a gynecologist
Robert Posniak, MD, a radiologist
Dot Richardson, M.D., an orthopedic
surgeon
Gale Sargeant, Ph.D, a clinical
psychologist
Clinton Sims, Psy.D clinical
psychologist
Dick Tibbits, Ph.D., a psychologist
Rukhsana Shanbhag, MS., RD., a
registered dietician and nutritionist
Aileen Caceres, MD, MPH., a
Gyenecologist
Mission
The Healing Continuum is a
consumer-focused health information service designed
to give you the tools to maintain optimum mind–body
health. Our resources will help you take greater
control over your mental and physical well-being
through improved relationships, personal care and
awareness of how to lower your disease risks.
In addition to new articles each month on mind/body
medicine, healing, emotional intimacy and
relationships, our subscribers
will have access to a unique resource not readily
found on the Web. A broad range of psychological
self tests and questionnaires provided by Western
Psychological Services and approved by the American
Psychological Association. Each subscriber will have
an opportunity to learn about the role anxiety,
depression, anger and other critical psychological
issues may play in their personal lives.
Our "ask a medical professional" service will give
subscribers online access to our team of registered
nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants
and physicians who will answer general questions
about health. The National Training Center of
Clermont, FL will offer our subscribers a full range
of personal training advice using MPEGs (digital
video files) to enhance the online training
experience. The Healing Continuum’s
additional resources will include a medical library
of basic information and answers to frequently asked
questions (FAQ's) on common health problems.
Medical Advisory Board and
Contributors
Jannette
H. Rivera, M.D.
Jannette Rivera is a board certified pediatrician in
a very busy private practice in Clermont, FL.
Dr. Rivera's passion for the overall well being of
children is illustrated by her annual mission trips
to Central America to provide health care to under
privileged children. Dr. Rivera's undergrad and
graduate degree are in the nutritional sciences
which she puts to good use every day when it comes
to coaching parents on helping their children to
develop healthy eating habits while they are young.
Dr. Rivera is a graduate of the University of
Wisconsin Medical School.
Kirti M.
Kalidas, M.D., N.D.
Kirti M. Kalidas M.D., N.D. is a Board Certified
Physician in Internal Medicine. Dr. Kalidas spent
an additional two years broadening his medical
knowledge at the National College of Naturopathic
Medicine. He is now one of few physicians in the
country to hold dual doctorate degrees, and is thus
uniquely positioned to truly integrate both
disciplines to optimize wellness. Dr. Kalidas
prefers safe, effective, non-invasive and supportive
therapies to treat a patient as a whole person to
restore their natural balance. Dr. Kalidas is a
graduate of the National College of Natural Medicine
in Portland, Oregon.
Deborah Cort, RN, MSN, CRRN
Deborah Cort is a registered nurse with 19 years of
clinical and healthcare management experience. She
is a graduate of Indiana University and Loyola
University in Chicago. She is chief nursing officer
at South Lake Hospital in Central Florida where she
directs and evaluates all aspects of patient care.
Leah K. Dearman, PT, MS
Leah Dearman is an accomplished triathlete whose
passion for helping people regain their lives after
illness or injury spans two decades. She credits her
favorable outcomes to addressing all aspects of her
client's health, mind, body and relationships.
Brabara Entsuah, MD
Barbara Entsuah is a board certified Family Medicine
physician with over 20 years experience.
Dr Entsuah believes each individual is made up of
body, soul and spirit and all three aspects have to
be nurtured in order to achieve total health. She
therefore encourages her patients to pay close
attention to all three areas in day to day living.
Dr. Entsuah is passionate about conducting medical
missions overseas and is a graduate of Ghana
medical school. Dr. Entsuah is in private practice
in Groveland, FL.
Pradip Jamnadas, M.D.
Pradip Jamnadas is a board certified cardiologist,
clinician and researcher who has a busy practice in
Orlando, Fla. Named one of Orlando’s top doctors two
years in a row, he is trained in all areas of
invasive and noninvasive cardiology, as well as the
area of sleep disorders as they pertain to
cardiovascular health. Dr. Jamandas is also an
advocate for the use of integrative medicine in
heart disease prevention and treatment. Dr. Jamnadas
is a graduate of University College, London Medical
School.
Kamy Kemp, MD
Kamy Kemp is a board certified Breast Surgeon and
certified mamographer in private practice in Winter
Park, Florida. Dr. Kemp focuses her practice on
providing all the of the diagnostic and surgical
services for breat cancer patients. Dr. Kemp is a
graduate of West Virginia University, School of
Medicine in Morgantown, West Virginia. Dr. Kemp
prides her success on treating each patient as
though they are a family member.
Tammy McCarus, M.D.
Tammy McCarus is a gynecologist, obstetrician and
graduate of the University of Miami School of
Medicine. She is currently in private practice. Dr.
McCarus is the president of the Florida ObGyn
Society and is an advocate for women and children’s’
health issues.
Robert Posniak, MD
Robrt Posniak is a board certified radiologist with
special emphasis on mammography and interventioal
radiology. Dr. Posniak's 20 years of experience
include former faculty member at the University of
Miami School of Medicine and is currently Chairman
of Radiology at Osceola Regional Medical Center in
Central Florida. Dr. Posniak's sensitivity and
attention to the detail of the human spirit is
touted as what makes him the favorite of Central
florida patients and physicians.
Dot
Richardson, M.D.
Dot Richardson is an orthopedic surgeon. Dr.
Richardson is not only the medical director for the
world renowned National Training Center in Clermont,
FL, she is also a two time (1999, 2000) Olympic gold
medalist in softball. Dr. Richardson is a graduate
of the University of Louisville School of Medicine.
Gale Sargeant, Ph.D
Gale Sargeant is an Associate Professor of
Psychology at The Chicago School of Professional
Psychology. For over ten years Dr. Sargeant worked
extensively in HIV mental health and research. Dr.
Sargeant's passion for empowering people is evident
in her leadership roles held at both the CORE Center
for Infectious Disease and te National Institute for
Mental Health. Dr. Sargeant tkes great pride in
preparing the next generation of mental health
professionals.
Clinton Eugene Sims, Psy.D
Clinton Sims is a licensed clinical psychologist in
private practice in Elizabeth, NJ. He is a graduate
of Rutgers University and received his degree Psy.D
from Pace University in New York. Sims works closely
with families, young children, adolescents and
adults and is committed to taking a spiritual and
holistic approach to therapy.
Dick Tibbits, Ph.D.
Dick Tibbits is a psychologist who has worked in the
field of behavioral and spiritual health for more
than 30 years. He is also a licensed professional
mental health counselor, best-selling author and
motivational speaker. A certified clinical pastor
education supervisor (ACPE), Tibbits has trained at
the Harvard University Mind–Body–Spirit Institute.
Tibbits is a sought after speaker on the topic of
spirituality and health. He is a graduate of Andrews
University Theological Seminar and Andover Newton
University in Boston, Mass.
Rukhsana
Shanbhag, MS, RD, CDE, LD/N, CCN
Rukhsana Shanbhag is a registered dietitian,
certified diabetes educator and certified clinical
nutritionist who teaches consumers about creating
healthier lifestyles through improved nutrition and
behavior modification. She is a graduate of New York
Medical College. She conducts workshops around the
country on weight management, diabetes management,
nutrition for cardiac rehabilitation, nutrition for
seniors and nutrition for addiction rehabilitation.
Aileen Caceres, MD, MPH
Aileen Caceres is a fellowship trained gynecologic surgeon specializing in minimimally invasive procedures for women. She currently practices at the Center for Pelvic Health at the Florida Hospital at Celebration. Dr. Caceres' passion is addressing the health care needs of women from all backgrounds by encompassing sensitivity and care in the whole woman. Her passion for treating the whole woman is also reflected in her dedication to public health by helping women embrace health promotion and disease prevention. She has focused on initiatives around health disparities by traveling aboard and completing medical missions throughout Latin America. She hopes to provide a forum for women where women can collectively express their views about health issues facing them and those they love.
Sean Cort
Publisher
Sean Cort, MTS
Sean Cort is the author of The Power of Perspective,
the insightful and personal achievement tool that is
changing this nation one mind at a time. Sean is a
former radio and television personality,
motivational speaker and marketing executive with
more than 20 years of experience. He developed an
interest in mind/body medicine when he created the
national media platform for the country's busiest
health–care system. Sean received his masters in
Theological Studies from Vision University in Ramona
California and was a Nouthetic Counselor for over 10
years. His driving consciousness is connecting with
the healing power of the human spirit and elevating
our connectivity with each other on a daily basis.
The result is The Healing Continuum.
The Healing Continuum.com (THC)™,
is a one-of-a kind health information resource
designed to give you greater control over your
health, relationships and life. Our holistic
approach to health is based on the premise that
beneficial relationships with our friends, family,
environment and even our health–care providers
contribute greatly to lower disease risks, better
clinical outcomes and greater longevity.
Increasingly, we live as if health and wellness can
be maintained through vigilant medical testing,
exercise and diet alone. Of course, these factors
are an important part of the equation, but The Healing Continuum explores the other
critical element—the role human connection plays in
staying well and getting the most out of life.
At least five large studies, including recent
research from the University of Chicago Institute
for Mind and Biology, report a solid connection
between loneliness and cardiovascular disease,
cancer and a host of other illnesses. Yet at a time
when Americans are more concerned than ever about
good health, we are failing to maintain the bonds
that sustain us. A recently released study examining
social isolation in America, over a period of 20
years, conducted at the University of Arizona and
Duke University, found the number of Americans who
speak to people who are not their relatives declined
from 80.1 percent to 57.2 percent. That is a drop of
28.5 percent between 1985 and 2004. A 2001 study,
conducted at New York University, found North
Americans scored higher than their Spanish
counterparts on five factors related to the
experience of loneliness, including feelings of
social inadequacy, alienation, interpersonal
There’s no doubt we need each other, just as much as
we need access to quality medical care, a clean
environment and careful self care to stay healthy.
That is why The Healing Continuum's combination of expert advice on disease risks,
exercise, nutrition and mental health, along with
professional psychological self-assessment tools is
designed to help you create a revolution from
within. We will give you an opportunity to explore
complex emotional issues and answer your personal
questions about depression, anxiety, social phobias,
love relationships as well as other topics and learn
how to have the best possible relationships with
your family, your friends and most importantly,
yourself. If you want to delve deeper, you can use
our library of medical and mental health topics
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