The LASIK procedure represents the latest technology in refractive surgery to correct refractive errors. It utilizes the precision of the computerized excimer laser delivery system to customize a change in corneal curvature to bring light into proper focus; and by reshaping the cornea under a precision made flap, the comfort level and return to normal activities generally happens extremely quickly.
Gerald B Walman, MD, our medical director and surgeon, has been providing medical surgical eye care and laser eye surgery, to his following in Arizona for close to three decades. His international background, and meticulous and reassuring attention to individual patient concerns and needs has restored and maintained excellent results to thousands. Many of the staff have continued with the team for years as a result of this comfort level with patient interaction.

This 3D medical animation shows the anatomy of the female reproductive system and roles of estrogen and progesterone in the menstrual cycle. Displaying both hormonal and copper intrauterine devices, and explains how they prevent pregnancy.

About 2500 years ago, deep in the mountains of Northern China, Taoist priests practiced Qi gong- meditative movement revealing and cultivating the vital life force. They believed this force, qi (pronounced ‘chi’ in China, ‘ki’ in Japan), was inseparable from life itself. They discovered that qi animated not only body and earth, but was the energetic force of the entire universe. Traditional Chinese medicine is a philosophy of preserving health, and is based first and foremost on an understanding of the ultimate power of qi. In contrast to much of Western medicine, traditional Chinese medicine is a preventative practice, strengthening the immune system to ward off disease.
In traditional Chinese medicine, qi is manifested both as yin (cold, dark and ‘interior’), and yang (warm, light and ‘exterior’). In fact, qi is present in all the opposites we experience, such as night and day, hot and cold, growth and decay. And although yin and yang may be perceived as opposites, they are actually inseparable. The recognition of one is essential to the recognition of the other. The balance between them is like the motion of night and day; at the instant darkness reaches it zenith at midnight, the cycle has begun to flow steadily towards dawn. At noon, the zenith of light, the day begins slowly to turn towards the darkness of night. All the internal organs of the body are subject to this nocturnal – diurnal swing of the universe.

This world view further holds that qi, manifesting as yin / yang, makes up the universe in the form of five elements: wood, fire, earth, metal and water. These five elements also represent our bodily constitution as human beings, making us one with the universe. Qi flows into our bodies, up from the earth in its yin form and down from the heavens in its yang form. The energy channels in our bodies through which it moves are called ‘meridians’.

These meridians do not directly correspond to any anatomical component recognized by Western medicine. The best way to understand the flow of qi through the meridians is to compare it to the flow of blood in our veins and arteries. If our blood does not reach out toes, they become dead. If out blood does not flow freely, we have high or low blood pressure. If our blood clots, we have an embolism or a stroke. Similarly, unbalanced or stagnant qi can cause many diseases and ailments. In fact, traditional Chinese medicine is based on the principle that every illness, ailment and discomfort in the body can be explained in terms of an imbalance of qi.

Each meridian is related to one of the five elements. For example, the heart meridian is related to the element fire, the kidney and bladder to water. Along the meridians are pressure points, or ‘gateways’, special places where qi can become blocked. With the help of a trained practitioner, its flow can be freed and balance restored

Scientists have confirmed the one thing nature lovers have always known – walking in nature is healthy! So called Shinrin-Yoku Forest Medicin, is a standard preventative medicine in Japan. It is proven that walking in the forest strengthens the immune system, and most important- it prevents cancer.

In Japan, forest therapy is very common, and they also call it “Forest Bathing”. It is all about allowing your mind and body to peacefully enjoy the calmness of the woods.

What is Actually Happening?

When scientist tested people before and after a two hour walk in the woods, they found 50% more of leukocytes, and also lower blood pressure, calmness and mind clearness among the subjects.

Why Is This Happening?

Well, people and trees have one thing in common; they both don’t like bacteria and fungus. So, trees are transmitting antimicrobial allelochemic volatile organic compounds derived from plants called phytoncide which are in charge of getting rid of bacteria and fungus. If you walk half an hour through the forest you will breathe those compounds and it will improve your health. This effect can last up to two months.

When we walk through the forest, we bath in the natural immune system. We actually dive in “Phytochemicals” immune system of the woods.