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dedicated to the treatment of the body’s arteries and veins.

• Peripheral Arterial Disease

• Stenting and Angioplasty

• Deep Vein Thrombosis

• Varicose and Spider Veins

• Creation and Management of Dialysis Access

• Venous Insufficiency

• Aneurysms

• Carotid Artery Disease

• Stroke Prevention

Charles S. Thompson, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Jon M. Wesley, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Adam B. Levitt, M.D., R.V.T., F.A.C.S.

Michael J. Muehlberger, M.D.

Richard R. Teed, M.D.

Aubrey Harman, APRN

Christina Cruz, PA-C

Main Phone:

407.648.4323

407.648.4323

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SOUTH LAKE MEDICAL DIRECTORY .................................................... 4

MATTER OF HEALTH ........................................................................... 7

Four Telehealth Myths Debunked


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Health Center

Community Health Centers Inc.

2140 N. Don Wickham Drive, Clermont • 352-314-7400

509 Cagan View Rd., Clermont • 352-314-7400

11296 W. Broad Street, Groveland • 352-314-7400

www.chcfl.org.

Community Health Centers Inc. is a one-stop shop for medical and dental care for families. With

14 centers throughout Central Florida, CHC provides quality and compassionate health care services

for children and adults. Its centers offer pediatrics, family medicine, obstetrics/gynecology, optometry,

internal medicine, dental services for children and adults, behavioral health, a pharmacy and an on-site

lab. Services vary by location, so visit www.chcfl.org for a list of services by center, hours of operation,

provider bios and driving directions. CHC offers expanded hours Monday and Tuesday evenings

and even offers Saturday hours at its Apopka and Winter Garden centers. CHC accepts Medicaid,

Medicare and most private insurance plans. A sliding discount program, based on family size and

income, is available for those with or without insurance. Community Health Centers is proud to be a

Federally Qualified Health Center organization that began its operations in 1972 in Apopka. CHC has

achieved accreditation as a medical and dental home by the prestigious Accreditation Association for

Ambulatory Health Care.

Hospital

Orlando Health South Lake Hospital

1900 Don Wickham Drive, Clermont • 352-394-4071

16966 Cagan Ridge Blvd., Clermont • 352-536-8821

22316 U.S. Highway 27, Leesburg • 352-536-8831

Since 1947, Orlando Health South Lake Hospital has been serving the needs of Lake County residents

with quality health care. Today, the hospital offers a full continuum of care, with state-of-the-art facilities, advanced

treatments and highly qualified staff. The 180-acre health, wellness and education campus, located

in Clermont, includes a 140-bed acute care hospital delivering comprehensive medical services, including

orthopedics, minimally invasive surgery, urology and cardiac care; the Center for Women’s Health, providing

care for women from maternity to maturity; and the National Training Center, offering community wellness memberships

and attracting elite athletes and sports teams from around the world. The campus is also home to the

SkyTop View Rehabilitation Center, a 30-bed, postsurgical rehabilitation center caring for patients recovering

from orthopedic and general surgical procedures. Orlando Health South Lake Hospital is the only hospital in

Lake County to be recognized as a 2019 Top Hospital by The Leapfrog Group and earning a four-star quality

rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reflecting the commitment to providing the highest

level of safe, quality care. To best serve the needs of the community, the hospital expanded the emergency room

in 2018, nearly doubling the size of the ER. The enhanced emergency department features private treatment

rooms with advanced, on-site diagnostics to quickly assess injuries and illnesses. The renovation included an

expanded flex-care area, which helps fast-track less serious emergencies, reducing wait times and increasing

patient comfort. The entire hospital team is committed to providing comprehensive emergency care quickly,

safely and compassionately for the entire family. South Lake’s ER team is also specially trained in pediatric

emergencies, and the hospital provides round-the-clock physician coverage for obstetrics and gynecology. To

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expand access to emergency and health care services for Lake County residents, the hospital recently added

two freestanding emergency rooms and medical pavilions: The Orlando Health South Lake Hospital Emergency

Room and Medical Pavilion — Blue Cedar serves patients in south Leesburg, and the Orlando Health South

Lake Hospital Joe H. & Loretta Scott Emergency Room and Medical Pavilion serves the Four Corners area. Both

facilities also operate around the clock and are staffed by board-certified physicians, registered nurses and a

full support staff. Each site includes 12 treatment rooms; a specialized resuscitation room for infants, children

and adults; diagnostic imaging such as ultrasound, X-ray and computed tomography (CT); laboratory services

and a helipad for air-care transfers to and from the facility if needed. At Blue Cedar in south Leesburg, physician

offices are located next door to the facility and include outpatient rehabilitation and other specialties. As

the largest health system in south Lake County, Orlando Health South Lake Hospital is proud to serve the needs

of the entire community and looks forward to continued excellence in care and service for many years to come.

Vascular Surgery

Christina “Chrisel” Cruz, PA-C

Vascular Specialists of Central Florida Inc.

2080 Oakley Seaver Drive, Suite 100, Clermont • 352-241-7585

www.arteryandvein.com

Christina “Chrisel” Cruz, PA-C, graduated from the University of Florida in 2013 with a Bachelor of

Science in biology. She went on to earn her Master of Science in physician assistant studies at South

University in 2017. She received training in a variety of clinical settings, including surgery, cardiology,

emergency medicine, internal medicine, women’s health, primary care, behavioral health and pediatrics.

Cruz is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. She has certifications

from the American Health Association in basic life support and advanced cardiac life support.

She is a member of the American Association of Physician Assistants.

Aubrey Harman, APRN


80 W. Michigan St., Orlando • 407-648-4323


Aubrey Harman, APRN, graduated from Florida State University in 1997 with a bachelor’s in nursing. She

worked as a registered nurse and educator at Florida Hospital, now AdventHealth Orlando, for five years. In

2001, she enrolled at the University of Central Florida. There she was awarded a Provost Fellowship and the

Graduate Research Award. She graduated at the top of her class with a master’s degree in nursing in 2003

and obtained her board certification as an adult nurse practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing

Center. She is a member of the Society for Vascular Nursing and has worked for Vascular Specialists of Central

Florida Inc. since 2004. She performs sclerotherapy for the practice. She was awarded “Best New Presenter”

for her sclerotherapy presentation at the Society for Vascular Nursing national conference in July 2013. She

also was awarded the 2017 Clinical Excellence in Vascular Nursing by the Society for Vascular Nursing.

Adam B. Levitt, M.D., FACS, RVT, RPVI


7460 Docs Grove Circle, Orlando • 407-648-4323



Adam B. Levitt, M.D., FACS, RVT, RPVI, graduated magna cum laude from the University of Maryland

and Tufts University School of Medicine. He did his general surgery residency at Washington Hospital

Center in Washington, D.C. He then pursued his vascular fellowship at Atlanta Medical Center and

did a one-year fellowship at the American Cardiovascular Research Institute. He is board-certified

in vascular and general surgery, and affiliated with Dr. P. Phillips Hospital, Health Central Hospital,

Orlando Regional Medical Center, and South Lake Hospital.

Michael J. Muehlberger, M.D., RPVI





Michael J. Muehlberger, M.D., RPVI, graduated summa cum laude from Austin Peay State University. He

obtained his medical degree from The University of Tennessee in 2004 and completed his general surgery

training at the University of Florida Health Science Center in Jacksonville. He then completed a vascular

fellowship at the University of Virginia. He is board-certified in vascular surgery and affiliated with Dr. P.

Phillips Hospital, Health Central Hospital, Orlando Regional Medical Center, and South Lake Hospital.

Richard R. Teed, M.D.



8400 Red Bug Lake Road, Suite 2090, Oviedo • 407-648-4323


Richard R. Teed, M.D., attended the University of Florida, where he earned a Bachelor of Science

in microbiology and cell science with a minor in classical studies. He then graduated with honors from

Ross University School of Medicine. He completed his general surgery residency at Carilion Clinic in

Roanoke, Virginia, followed by vascular surgery fellowship training at Carolinas HealthCare System

in Charlotte, North Carolina. He is fellowship-trained and board-certified in vascular surgery by the

American Board of Surgery. Dr. Teed’s specialties include the treatment of peripheral arterial disease

(PAD); limb salvage; dialysis access; wound care; aortic surgery, including aneurysms and dissections;

carotid artery surgery for stroke prevention; and the treatment of all aspects of venous disease.

Charles S. Thompson, M.D., FACS, RPVI





Charles S. Thompson, M.D., FACS, RPVI, is a graduate of the University of Florida. He received his medical

degree from the University of Miami and performed his general surgery and vascular surgery training at the

Medical Center of Louisiana at New Orleans. He pursued specialty training in endovascular procedures at the

Arizona Heart Institute and is board-certified in general and vascular surgery. Dr. Thompson was instrumental

in creating the endovascular surgery program at Orlando Regional Medical Center. He is affiliated with Dr.

P. Phillips Hospital, Health Central Hospital, Orlando Regional Medical Center, and South Lake Hospital.

Jon M. Wesley, M.D., FACS, RPVI





Jon M. Wesley, M.D., FACS, RPVI, received his medical degree from the University of Miami and

completed his general surgery residency at Howard University Hospital in Washington, D.C., with

two years dedicated to intensive research at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland.

Dr. Wesley went on to complete specialty training in vascular surgery at the University of Wisconsin

Hospital. He is board-certified in vascular and general surgery. Dr. Wesley is affiliated with Dr. P. Phillips

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Following the outbreak of the

COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S., the

adoption of telehealth services has

been on the rise, and people are

turning to digital technology more

than ever to address their personal

health care needs without having to

leave their homes. However, while

many have begun to embrace telehealth

offerings as a new way to

connect to care and address their

personal health needs, myths surrounding

what telehealth services

are intended for and how they compare

to in-office visits continue to

prevail.

To help determine how digital care

can best meet health care needs during

quarantine and beyond, here

are the facts behind four common

misconceptions about telehealth:

• Myth No. 1: Telehealth is only

for basic or urgent care needs.

Fact: Telehealth can often be the

first stop for preventive, primary care

and other health and wellness needs.

Patients can connect with a doctor

or nurse practitioner to receive care

for a range of acute, preventive and

chronic care needs, including illness

and injury, mental health services

and management of conditions like

asthma, diabetes and more. Whether

patients live in a rural area or simply

want an easier way to manage their

health, telehealth can adapt to their

needs.

• Myth No. 2: There aren’t any

telehealth providers in the area.

Fact: Many trusted local and national

health care systems provide

telehealth services across the nation.

Today, more than one-half of

providers in the U.S. currently offer

some form of telehealth service,

according to the April 22, 2020,

Merritt Hawkins survey “Physician

Practice Patterns Changing as a

Result of COVID-19.” Additionally,

recent governmental, health system

and reimbursement policy changes

have improved patient access to

telehealth services and are encouraging

use as a safe way to access

care during the pandemic.

In fact, locating telehealth providers

is easier than ever before

with platforms like walgreens.com/

findcareservices, which helps patients

access care when and how they need

it from providers they know and trust.

Patients can choose from more than

30 telehealth providers treating more

than 100 conditions in one place,

while searching from the comfort of

their own homes. Available through

an app and online, the platform

makes it easy to find and compare

available providers by location, preference,

insurance coverage, services

and price.

• Myth No. 3: Virtual care isn’t as

good as in-person care.

Fact: Telehealth services can offer

high-quality, convenient access to

care. Much like face-to-face office

visits, telehealth visits can facilitate a

trusting, open dialogue with a doctor

or nurse practitioner. Most providers

have a web-based interface or mobile

app, making it easy to log onto

to use secure, quality video for consultations

and to visually help communicate

about injuries or conditions.

Telehealth also reduces time spent

in waiting rooms and commuting to

appointments, putting more power in

the hands of patients. It can be particularly

valuable for enabling remote

monitoring and regular check-ins for

patients with chronic conditions.

While telehealth can be a convenient

alternative to in-person

care, there are still instances where

MATTER OF HEALTH

Four Telehealth Myths Debunked


Telehealth — the

remote diagnosis

and treatment

of patients

by means of

telecommunications

technology — is a

sign of the times.

in-person appointments are recommended,

such as in the case of a

medical emergency. To consider the

best option for care needs, check

with a doctor.

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• Myth No. 4: Telehealth is too

expensive.

Fact: Telehealth and other services

can help save money while

expanding access to care. When

looking for a telehealth provider, it

can prove cost-effective to compare

options based on pricing, insurance

coverage, preferences and services

provided. Look for telehealth

options that list transparent pricing

information to help guide the

search.

If a consultation requires a prescription,

Walgreens also has 24/7 pharmacy-chat

capabilities through its app

and walgreens.com/saveonrx with

discounted pricing to help save money

on a wide range of medications.

Telehealth is more accessible than

ever as more providers evolve and

adapt technologies to meet patient

needs at a safe distance. And, even

as social-distancing constrictions lift,

digital wellness offerings will present

greater flexibility and convenience

in meeting individual health care

needs.

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