Dallas County Living Well Magazine Winter 2015 | Page 6

FROM THE PUBLISHER DALLAS COUNTY “You Saved My Life!” JennieJamesPhotography.com P erhaps the biggest and most meaningful compliment a doctor can receive is, “You saved my life.” Neurosurgeon Jean Louis Benae hears it on a regular basis from his patients, many of whom come to him with severe, debilitating pain. Being in pain can be scary, but not knowing why is even more disturbing, which is where Dr. Benae comes in. As a top neurosurgeon in the area, Dr. Benae doesn’t just operate on the brain and spine in the traditional sense, he incorporates cuttingedge techniques and procedures and combines them with his extensive medical knowledge to address difficult cases. The end result: miraculous results that offer his patients a new outlook on a pain-free life. It’s this type of dedication to his patients that has them proclaiming, “You saved my life.” Read more about Dr. Benae and his work inside. Speaking of bold statements, this issue’s celebrity cover star, 73-yearold Harrison Ford, is set to make the most anticipated return to a film franchise––ever! How’s that for a bold statement? Of course, Ford never thought he’d step back into Han Solo’s iconic boots. But that’s just what he’ll be doing when he returns to the big screen in the long awaited Star Wars: The Force Awakens on Dec. 18. While Ford has appeared in other hugely popular movies, including the Indiana Jones films, Witness, Patriot Games, Air Force One, and countless others, it’s his portrayal of pilot Han Solo that many consider his most dynamic role. Ford fans can now rejoice, as he’s back to reprise the character that helped to make him a beloved mega star. Before going to see the film, check out our feature on this ageless actor with timeless appeal. Meanwhile, in this issue, you’ll also find a host of educational articles from top local professionals to help you live each day––and beyond––to the fullest. Our hope is that their knowledgeable advice on their specific areas of expertise will give you the tools to be happy and healthy for years to come. May the force be with you! Best regards, Sam and Spring Houston Congrats to Julie Williams, who won our last copy of LIVING WELL Magazine’s spring issue featuring Rick Springfield. 4 DALLAS COUNTY Living Well Magazine | WINTER 2015 President & CEO Sam Houston Vice president & CFO Spring Houston Feature Writer, copy editor & social media director Sondra Barr Art Director, layout, Production & website design Lewis Schucart Advertising/Sales Texas | Denton County, Dallas County, Collin County Texas & Oklahoma | Texoma WRITE TO US. Tell us who you would like to see featured on the cover, or what subjects you would like covered in upcoming editions of LIVING WELL Magazine at [email protected] Subscriptions/Customer inquiries LIVING WELL Magazine PO Box 261278 Plano, Texas 75026 www.LivingWellmag.com Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] LIVING WELL Magazine is a source for quality educational articles on living a healthy, vibrant life. Our focus is on connecting our readers with the latest information on a host of topics relevant to their evolving life. From cutting edge medical news and procedures to top-tier financial, legal and lifestyle information. Connecting readers to leading medical and business professionals in their community in Texas and Oklahoma. ‘LIKE us' Facebook.com/LivingWellmag 'FOLLOW us' @LivingWellmags All advertisements in this Magazine are placed by third parties. We do not control or endorse either the advertisements or their content. Further, we do not manufacture, sell, distribute or provide any of the goods or services advertised herein. We hereby expressly disclaim any liability with respect to the information or goods and services contained herein. We further disclaim any and all warranties or representations, express or implied, with respect to such information, goods or services, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose (it being understood that we do not acknowledge that any such warranty exists). We are not liable or responsible for any loss, injury, damage, or harm that you may suffer as a result of the information contained in any advertisement or goods or services contained herein. “We” refers to the name of this Magazine, and all versions of Living Well Magazine, Senior Magazine, as well as Houstons of Dallas Publishing, Inc.