{ From The Editor }
Of kids' concussions, rotator
cuffs and concierge care
T
hat headline took me too long to write. I'm a sucker for alliteration, sure, but I think my
troubles reflect the fact that the second issue of Greater Hartford Health covers a lot of
ground.
If you're interested in pediatrics, I hope you will find this issue of Greater Hartford
Health to be engaging.
I would typically lead off an editor intro with our lead story, but how oen do you get to
interview a rapping physician? Rarely.
In our Q&A on PG. 12, Dr. David Wang, director of Elite Sports Medicine at Connecticut
Children's Medical Center, discusses youth concussions. It's a topic that's
drawn a lot of attention in youth sports and even in the pros, and it's one
Wang is passionate about. So passionate, in fact, that he booked time at a
professional studio to record a rap track about concussion awareness. Spoiler
alert: It's surprisingly good.
In this issue's cover story, contributing writer Natalie Missakian explores
the growing trend of concierge medicine, which for those who can afford it,
is a way to spend more time and receive more attention from a primary care
physician. For doctors who make the leap, it can offer some relief from the
rigors of dealing with insurance companies and government payers.
In the pediatrics vein, contributing writer Karen Ali tackles a tough topic on PG. 13.
Maybe it's come up at a social gathering or on Facebook, but you've probably noticed at least a
few people expressing some distrust of vaccines. Maybe you're even one of them.
Ali spoke with area doctors about how that distrust plays out in their practices and how they
seek to educate parents and patients about the science of vaccines.
On PG. 18, Ali profiles Dr. Chris Betz, a Bristol Hospital sports surgeon and the official team
physician for the fledgling New Britain Bees independent league baseball team, which is playing
its second season.
On PG. 22, John Stearns interviews SoVita Chiropractic's Karlos Boghosian, whose family
escaped Iran in the wake of the Iranian Revolution. It's a riveting personal tale, but Boghosian
seems even more eager to discuss his growing practice.
Today, his business has five Connecticut locations and just franchised its first location in
another state.
Don't forget to check out our expert columns, lists and other features throughout.
anks for reading.
— Matt Pilon, Health Editor
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