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Book a laser hair removal procedure and get your first treatment for free.
All Saltzer Med Spa services are provided by board certified physicians.
For more information go to www.saltzermedspa.com, or call 884-2950
I had been going to a chiropractor for 20 years for an injury I received in a car accident, but upon meeting Dr. Kristyn Schelhaas I was inspired to try something different, Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT).
I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, but was hopeful for positive results, and was thrilled to find, unlike chiropractic care, it was covered by my insurance.
The first thing Dr. Schelhaas did was pull my feet to be sure my body was straight. She then felt my neck and spine to feel where I was carrying my tension. It only took her a moment to discover all of my tension was in my shoulders. This was followed by lying on my stomach so that she could work on my upper back. Then I rolled over and this is when I realized this treatment was very different from any chiropractic treatment I had ever received. She stretched my muscles and used resistance from the muscles in my neck and shoulders to “straighten me out” My neck and spine aligned naturally because of the work she had done on my muscles. When she was finished I felt better than I had felt in years. She sent me home with daily stretches that were appropriate for my condition, and when I do them regularly I feel great!
When talking to Dr. Schelhaas she explained that every patient’s treatment is different, she says that depending on their pain, prior injuries and where they carry their tension she can personalize their plan to maximize each individuals relief.
Just like chiropractic, this is not a one time fix. There is a need to make return visits for on-going relief. Those time frames are different for each individual. I normally go between six and eight weeks between sessions.
Kristyn Schelhaas, D.O. is a Family Practice physician. She practices primary care from pediatrics to geriatrics, including Obstetrics. As a D.O. she is a licensed physician that is able to provide a full spectrum of medical services. So, you may ask, what is the difference between a D.O. and an M.D.? So here is the answer, in some ways very little, in other ways there is an obvious difference.
Both M.D.s and D.O.s complete four years of basic medical education and after medical school complete internships and residencies. This training typically lasts three to six years and prepares D.O.s and M.D.s to practice a specific specialty such as family practice, OB/GYN, surgery or pediatrics. Of the 67,000 D.O.s currently practicing in the United States, 64% practice as primary care physicians.
Licensing examinations for both M.D. and D.O. are comparable and both practice in fully accredited and licensed health care facilities.
So, there are the similarities, what about the differences?
D.O.s are trained to treat “the whole person”. They learn that all systems interact and influence each other with emphasis on the musculoskeletal system.
They also believe that the body is often capable of healing itself and often look for the underlying cause of injury or disease. OMT is one way of assisting our bodies to heal themselves but there are often conversations regarding lifestyle, stress, nutrition and other possible causes.
Of course D.O.s utilize the most current medical diagnostic equipment available, such as lab and imaging services to diagnose a disease or injury, however when there is no explanation for pain or illness, OMT can often offer relief. It has been known to relieve asthma, sinus conditions, migraines and many other physical ailments.
When searching for a physician that best fits your needs consider what a D.O. has to offer. If you have ongoing chronic pain that cannot be explained consider visiting a D.O. for an OMT (Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment). Most D.O.s will allow you to make an appointment for OMT even if you have a different primary care physician. Trust me, if you have ongoing pain this treatment may provide you with the relief you have been looking for.
Kristyn Schelhaas, D.O. is a family practice physician at Saltzer Medical Group in Nampa. To schedule an appointment please call 468-5910.
Long Time Saltzer Physician, Gary Botimer, MD, Named Chair of Orthopedics Department at Loma Linda Medical University, Loma Linda, California
After 24 years serving the Canyon County community at Saltzer Medical Group, Dr. Gary Botimer is taking time to serve the medical school that gave him the start to his career. Several months ago Dr. Botimer was approached by the school to return to his Alma Mater and head the joint replacement department. Soon after accepting the position he was offered the honor of chairing the entire orthopedic department.
Dr. Botimer specializes in total joint replacements and is well known for his international research and development activities. Dr. Botimer was the first surgeon in the U.S. to perform surgery utilizing the Galileo Computer Assisted technology which was designed to assist physicians to create perfect alignment during knee replacement surgeries.
Regarding this choice, Dr. Botimer commented. “I feel strongly regarding the mission of Loma Linda to train physicians in a Christian environment, and after much prayer and deliberation, my wife and I have accepted the position. Although I am finding it very difficult to leave 24 years of friends, patients and colleagues, I feel this is what the Lord has asked me to do at this time, and hope you will understand.”
Dr. Botimer does plan to return to Nampa in a few years after completing his teaching commitment.
Please watch this video of Dr. Botimer recently completed by the Idaho Press Tribune. Botimer Video
Saltzer Medical Group, department of Family Practice is pleased to welcome Dr. Kristyn Schelhaas. Dr. Schelhaas will see patients at Saltzer’s main location located at 215 E. Hawaii Ave, Nampa.
Dr. Schelhaas is originally from Twin Falls. She received her B.S. degree from College of Idaho in Caldwell before attending medical school at De Moines University – College of Osteopathic Medicine, De Moines, Iowa and completing her residencey at Iowa Lutheran Family Medicine Residency also in De Moines, Iowa.
Dr. Schelhaas will practice a full scope of family medicine, including obstetrics. She has a special interest in women’s health and pediatrics.
She is accepting new patients, including Medicare and Medicaid. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Schelhaas please call (208) 468-5910
Saltzer Medical Group, department of pediatrics is proud to welcome Travis Criddle, D.O. to the group.
Dr. Criddle attended medical school at Pikeville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Pikeville Kentucky, and completed his Internship and Residency at Children’s Hospital of Illinois at OSF St. Francis Medical Center, University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria IL.
Dr. Criddle will see patients at Saltzer Medical Group’s newest location at 3277 E. Louise Dr., Meridian (next to St. Luke’s Meridian Medical Center).
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Criddle, call (208) 884-2910
ABOUT US
Dr. Page and his staff have been providing outpatient gastrointestinal endoscopy services at Saltzer Medical Group for 20 years. They have successfully performed over 12,000 procedures and continue to do approximately 1,500 exams per year.
Endoscopy exams are done in a specialized suite, equipped with up-to-date equipment and all appropriate monitoring to ensure patient safety. Patients are routinely administered IV medication for sedation.
Dr. Page and his staff go out of their way to make sure you are comfortable and understand the procedure completely before beginning the exam. (more…)
Congratulations to Dr. Deanna Andrews and her patient Garrett on their recent second place win in a photo contest promoted by Contemporary Pediatrics, an national pediatrics journal. The photos had to include patient care, or patients participating in an activity. You can see Dr. Andrews and the other photo entries at this link.
I’m going to present at this years Paul Scherer Invitational Adult Soccer Tournament and it’s going to be a great day of sports action and community fun. If you’re interested in participating, or just want some more information, see the details below or visit their website to register.
Tournament Dates: June 5-7, 2009
Location: Ann Morrison Park, Boise, Idaho
Adult Age Divisions*:
Men’s Premier (8 team max.)
Div I
Div II
Over 30
Women’s Premier
Div I
Div II/Over 30
Register between April 16th and May 18th: $400** per Team
Registration between May 19th and 29th: $475**
Event Details:
3 game min.
35 min. halves
20 player roster (max)
Certified Referees
T-shirts for Registered players
Final Games are 45 min halves
Vendors on site
Cash Prize will be awarded to First place Men’s and Women’s Premier.
Championship Team trophies to First and Second place teams in each division.
*The SISL reserves the right to combine teams into divisions as seen fit.
Teams are qualified and accepted based upon rules set up be the SISL and the Tournament Committee.
**All players must be registered with an affiliated USASA League.
Non League affiliated teams must contact Tournament Director for prices.
Please contact Patty Daniels at
208.631.2552 or better
TourneyDirector09@msn.com
Dr. David Martin will return to Saltzer Medical Group beginning Monday, December 1, 2008. He will be continuing in family practice as well as providing flight physicals. To make an appointment with Dr. Martin call 468-5910.
Paying for medications can be difficult. This is especially true if you are on several medicines, have no prescription coverage, or currently fall in the Medicare Part D coverage gap or “donut hole”. There are several types of programs that might help.
Patient assistance programs are a good place to start. They can provide a comprehensive look at your needs based on income, insurance, specific medication and pharmaceutical manufacturer, diseases and geographical location.
Discount medication cards provide discounts on generic and brand name medications usually for those without prescription insurance.
Low-cost generic medication programs are offered by Express Scripts and local retailers including Wal-Mart, Target, Walgreens and Safeway. These medications can cost as low as $4 per 30-day and $10 to $20 per 90-day supply.
For specific plan details and links, please visit www.integratedhealingmd.com.
