Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2018 i Indianapolis Monthly

The family practitioner of my 1970s and ’80s childhood was Dr. J.P. Salb, a man from central casting. I don’t know if in the passage of time I’ve conflated him with Robert Young from Marcus Welby, M.D., but the Dr. Salb of my memory was blessed with the TV looks, compassionate demeanor, and authoritative voice that was no act. Having lived an accomplished and honorable life, he passed away last year at 88. Before then, Dr. Salb had been an Eagle Scout, high school basketball standout, father, and husband of more than 50 years. Lesser achievements included stitching me up at least three times: wrist (sharp stick mishap), forearm (Coke-bottle catastrophe), and upper lip (shovel to the face). Early in my career, when I was a sports writer, I had…

Romeo Langford ASSEMBLY HALL HAS HOSTED SOME FANTASTIC FRESHMEN. In his first year, Isiah Thomas scored 14.6 points per game. (“From the minute he walked onto the court,” one of his teammates later recalled, “he became our heart, our soul, our leader.”) Steve Alford averaged 15.5, Calbert Cheaney hit 17.1, and Eric Gordon went for 20.9. And Zeller? He scored 15.6 points per game. THE SCOUTS WILL TELL YOU ROMEO MEASURES UP. He’s a long-armed 6-foot-6, with smooth moves around the basket and a sweet jumper. He might not have Victor Oladipo’s athleticism, but Romeo will be able to score from day one—just like he did at New Albany High School, where he nearly broke the state’s record for career points. Top-10 recruits play much better than anyone else. “It’s…

“Indiana contains just about every type of sedimentary rock related to the rise and fall in sea level,” says geologist Todd Thompson, the conference chair. But we dig one type the most: limestone. And we’re not running low. Indiana Limestone Company, which extracts 6 million cubic feet annually, used the same quarry that produced the Empire State Building material to furnish the rock for New York’s new 15 Central Park West.…

STEPPING into the perfectly appointed J. McLaughlin on a chic stretch of Illinois Street is like teleporting to New York City’s tony Upper East Side. And with good reason, as that’s where the first shop opened its doors in 1977. But the aesthetic is decidedly more approachable than stuff y—with a wink and a sense of humor, too. From luxe cashmere sweaters to animal-print accessories, each piece exudes understated elegance. (It’s easy to see why Indiana’s First Lady, Janet Holcomb, is a regular at the shop.) You’ll also find classic butt on-downs, belts with a classic preppy twist (hello, sailboats!), and colorful socks for the men (too bad the online-only marijuana-leaf print isn’t in stock). A section in the back is dedicated to seriously adorable mini replicas for mommy-and-me ensembles,…

INDULGE A gleaming croissant machine is the latest addition to the custom options and carryout sweets at Luxury Cakes (1). It’s also the home of the “freak cake”—a three-layer confection topped with cookies, pastries, candies, or whatever is readily available. 254 Veterans Way, 317-603-9772, luxurycakes.net CRUISE Pedego Electric Bikes (2) offers rentals by the hour or by the day for those who want to blaze their own trails. Other options: Loop tour options of City Center (8 miles), Cool Creek (16.5 miles), and White River (19 miles). It also sells the motorized two-wheelers. 254 1st Ave. SW, 317-708-1070, pedegoelectricbikes.com EAT A cocktail lounge with a food court? That’s sort of the concept at Sun King Spirits (3), where the libations come from the popular brew company’s new venture into liquor,…

Cheers HAVING LIVED FOR more than 120 years as a drugstore, landmark jazz venue, and, until 1995, storied watering hole Mustang Sally’s, the storefront Alec Hill and partner Hilary Powers plan to bring to life this fall as Mayfair Taproom was more than just a piece of real estate. Like most addresses along East 10th Street, it oozed with history. That’s the true draw of this full-service spot with local taps and a menu with such creations as Sloppy Sheps, Hill’s twist on the classic Sloppy Joe, piled with traditional shepherd’s pie filling and topped with fries. Pair one with a hand-pulled pint of Extra Special Bitter from Broad Ripple Brewpub, Hill’s parents’ bar, where he started making pizzas at age 14. Browse the lending library in the back hallway…

Lucky Lou Seafood Restaurant 3623 Commercial Dr., 317-293-8888 A bamboo steamer of pillowy meat-stuffed bao is among the bountiful dim sum offerings at this bright, Cantonese owned restaurant. Ukiyo 4907 N. College Ave., 317-384-1048, ukiyoindy.com The steamed-bun selection at Neal Brown’s Japanese-inspired sushi bar rotates seasonally, with these oversized hot chicken-karaage starters a constant standout. Rook 501 Virginia Ave., 317-737-2293, rookindy.com The “Bun” section of the menu offers a rotating cast of folded savory snacks, but the delightfully squishy avocado with scallion mayo, pickled jalapeño, and pickled onion is a perennial favorite. Asian Snack 3605 Commercial Dr., 317-297-1072, asiansnackindianapolis.com Order a plate of traditional pork-centered buns at this walk-up window inside Saraga market before exploring the aisles of international treasures. Tinker Street 402 E. 16th St., 317-925-5000, tinkerstreetindy.com Reminiscent of…

PATIENTS HAVE no patience for inferior care. That's why we assemble our annual guide to the city's best physicians, listed alphabetically by speciality. This year we also asked a few of them to weigh in on controversial subjects, such as medical marijuana (p .74), and to document their hectic schedules (begining on p .63). Time for a checkup. MORE TOP DOCTORS THAN EVER BEFORE 900+SPECIALISTS METHODOLOGY SOME DOCTORS work very long days. Just ask Franciscan Health’s William Berg, one of the MDs who kept a record of a typical shift for us (p. 70). As Dr. Berg and his colleagues will tell you, serving the public makes the extended hours worthwhile. That’s the way we feel about publishing this list of the best local physicians in the business. Indianapolis Monthly’s annual…

There’s this debate about whether faith improves medical outcomes. I think it has a big impact for a lot of people. It may not result in physical healing, but it absolutely changes their perspective on their health and treatment. I’ve seen that happen. Years ago, I had a patient who had a horrible accident and a severe head injury, who did not survive. But her parents’ faith carried them through that horrible time. It doesn’t make the grief go away, but it helps people handle it differently. What people pray for varies a lot. Sure, some people pray for healing, because ultimately that’s what we all want. But I also think they know that sometimes the answer is no—that the medical condition isn’t going to improve. So they pray for…

For doctors, the number of anti-vaxxing stories you hear varies by location, and by the population you serve. I work at Eskenazi, and most of my patients are eager to get vaccinated. Many come from other countries, and they’ve seen what happens if you don’t. Witnessing these diseases in action really changes one’s outlook. In a similar vein, a couple of years ago, the American Academy of Pediatrics asked older physicians who had been around before the influenza vaccine, and who went through the polio scare and actually saw measles, to help educate younger pediatricians. Because of vaccines, many of them—just like their patients—have never seen firsthand the damage these ailments can do to the unprotected. The main resistance we have within our own practice is to the flu vaccine…

Probably 30 percent of my patients ask about the potential benefits of medical marijuana. I tell them that right now I can’t give them an answer as to whether it’s safe or effective against their cancer. It’s not FDA- or DEA-recognized. In fact, the cannabis plant is still a Schedule 1 drug. But we do have the compound CBD. It comes from hemp oil, and it’s the non-psychoactive element that’s found in cannabis—one of the two major elements the plant contains. The other is THC, which is the psychoactive component. CBD may be effective in seizure disorders. It may also be effective in limiting brain damage from acute trauma or concussions. Those things are currently being studied. There are other possible uses. The human body’s endocannabinoid system includes two protein…

GLISTEN HERE! The holidays are near, and Diamonds Direct is ready to fulfill your gift-buying needs. No matter who’s on your shopping list this season, fine jewelry is timeless and versatile and complements any loved one’s preferred style. From stud earrings to gemstone pendants, Diamonds Direct offers countless options for presents that can be purchased, gift wrapped, and taken home the same day. Stop by the showroom November 16-18 for the Holiday Trunk Show, where shoppers will have access to special savings and 12 of the nation’s most prestigious designers. 8557 N. River Rd., 317-575-8555, diamondsdirect.com MODEL CITIZEN Westfield’s Chatham Hills addition is growing and expanding with custom homes, including a brand-new model by McKenzie Collection. The four-bedroom house is designed for entertaining, with an open floor plan centered around…

Dr. Mark M. Hamilton is a double board certified Facial Plastic Surgeon. He specializes solely in facial cosmetic and reconstructive surgery and maintains two offices in Indianapolis. Dr. Hamilton has authored multiple publications and lectured globally on all aspects of facial plastic surgery. His peers have selected him as one of Indianapolis Monthly’s “Top Docs” for the past six years. As a highly recognized and respected physician, Dr. Hamilton’s top priority is providing the highest level of care and the very best results for his patients. 170 W. 106th St. • Carmel, IN 46290 533 E. County Line Rd., Ste. 104 • Greenwood, IN 46143 317-859-3810 | 800-597-3223 • www.hamiltonfps.com…

Dr. C. William Hanke and staff provide world-class skin cancer treatment and surveillance through Mohs micrographic surgery and other alternative treatments. The additional mastery of laser/cosmetic treatments, body sculpting, and aesthetics services distinguish our practice from the rest. In addition to providing high-quality care and results to our patients, our practice participates in clinical trials in our accredited facility, where we tested and reported on Botox Cosmetic, Kybella, and other medical and cosmetic dermatology treatments. Dr. Hanke lectures to other doctors every year nationally and internationally and has authored or coauthored over 400 articles and books in medical literature. LASER AND SKIN SURGERY CENTER OF INDIANA 13400 N. Meridian St., Suite 290 • Carmel, IN 46032 317-660-4900 • www.thelassi.com…

At Southside OBGYN, our practice specializes in high risk obstetrics and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery utilizing the daVinci® robotic surgery equipment. Our office is the only practice on the southside of Indianapolis that offers the MonaLisa Touch® laser light therapy. A treatment option for vaginal atrophy and dryness in post-menopausal women for patients that cannot tolerate or have not seen the benefits of hormone therapy. Southside OBGYN would like to congratulate two of our physicians, Dr. James Dunlop & Dr. Jonathan Lupton, for being recognized as 2018 Indianapolis Monthly Top Doctors. Southside OBGYN 317-865-3600 | Fax: 317-885-3850 • southsideobgyn.com Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-4:30pm; Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm…

DOWNTOWN INCLUDES Fletcher Place, Fountain Square, Mass Ave, Mile Square 1913 Restaurant UPSCALE COMFORT Farm-to-table standards get a glossy do-over at this hotel restaurant tucked just off of the polished marble lobby of the Omni Severin. The dining room, all dark lacquer and leathery browns, feels a bit stuffy, but diners easily warm up to a menu that includes a root beer–cured pork chop topped with bacon marmalade, and half a chicken roasted to a juicy, rosy hue and plated with succotash and a little pan of sweet-corn “milk” for dipping. The sides—such as macaroni-and-cheese pie and sautéed brussels sprouts—get passed around the table. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. 40 W. Jackson Pl., 317-634-6664, omnihotels.com Ali’i Poke POKE Follow the IUPUI students to this delightfully fresh fast-food spot just off…

Lili Wright Freelance writer Lili Wright wants a dog. Maybe. So long as it doesn’t yap or jump or bite like some canines she has met. Curious about what disciplining a dog entailed, she contacted local trainer Bruce McNabb (p. 50). “He has a confidence you want to bottle,” she says. “The dogs sense this. They want to please and perform. But, really, he’s training the owners as much as the dogs.“ Katie Grieze Freelance writer Katie Grieze considers herself crafty, so she pounced on the chance to write about Sand Creek Wood Shop (p. 32). “I remember seeing their photos on Etsy and thinking, I’ll never need a vegetable peeler that pretty, but I sure would like one,” she says. Now in her final year at Ball State University,…

The entry times have increased to every half-hour. Google a sunset calendar before buying tickets. Borrow someone’s 3-D glasses if you didn’t hear about this new option. They transform lights into snowflakes. But you have to buy them online in advance. Dress warmer than you think you need to if the temperature will be in the single digits. Charge your phone first. No sneaking into Lilly House through the back door. Or through the front with a beverage. Buy a toasty drink inside. The lines are longer outdoors. While rubber-necking at the Tree of Toys, remember the name Karl Unnasch. He’s the sculptor who builds it. Hit the gift shop at the end to avoid schlepping around a Robert Indiana coffee-table book. Best photo: Snowflake Bridge.…

THIS MONTH, Bloomington’s WTIU debuts The Music Makers of Gennett Records, a documentary by director Todd Gould about the tiny Richmond recording company and its oversized influence on American music. Back in the 1920s, while most record companies served up symphonies, Gennett recorded popular tunes. That’s why the most widely known country, jazz, and blues acts found themselves in its cramped studios. Stars like these: Louis Armstrong “His first recorded solos were done there when he was 23 years old,” Gould says. “He came from Chicago with his band, and that was their first recording contract.” Gene Autry Back in the day, hillbilly country of the type Autry peddled was considered low-class and gauche. But Gennett wasn’t afraid to feature Autry in all his yodeling glory on such songs as…

GOING OUT ON A LIMB HERE—IS ORANGE YOUR FAVORITE COLOR? For over 20 years. My Instagram handle is even @thingfororange. People have recognized me from it. HOORAY FOR JUMPSUITS! IS THIS A FAVORITE? I’ve been obsessed with jumpsuits since my 20s. I’m so happy this trend keeps returning. LOVING YOUR MIX OF PRINTS AND PATTERNS. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE? I am all about comfort. But no matter what, texture, patterns, and contrasting colors are a must. FAVORITE SHOP FOR UNIQUE FINDS? Can I have two? The Toggery and Anthropologie. YOU ARE A WORLD TRAVELER. BEST PLACE FOR STREET STYLE? Caffè Gilli in Florence.…

Revisit In uncertain times, it’s comforting to report that two things remain unchanged: dinner entrées at The Old Spaghetti Factory still come with soup or salad and spumoni ice cream, and the trolley car is the toughest seat in the house to get. It was that way when I waited tables at The Old Spaghetti Factory downtown as a college student, and remained so when I took my own children to check out the new location in Carmel (No. 44 for the Oregon-based chain). The dark wood, the cushy seats, the antique lighting—it’s all there. Along with the endless loaves of French bread with butter, diners eat up the house white clam sauce (which has inspired loads of copycat recipes you can find online), and the signature spaghetti with brown…

YOU MAY HAVE NOTICED Lawrence Scully’s Pi Indy food truck rolling around town—the one with the stunning glass wall gleaming down one side, lending a chic “loft on wheels” look. But a new brick-and-mortar location inside Sun King Spirits in Carmel has him so busy, he rarely has time to take that sweet ride out anymore. Most days, swift business keeps him in Carmel, where he oversees an operation turning out perfectly charred thin crusts and unexpected topping combinations like his crowd-favorite Figgy Piggy, crowned with fig jam, prosciutto, goat cheese, and arugula. “Sweet-and-salty flavors go great with beer,” says the restaurant veteran who fell in love with food at the age of 6 in his grandmother’s backyard garden in Michigan City. “We picked garbage bags of peas in the…

THIS MONTH will bring with it my 57th Thanksgiving, each one lodged in my memory, including my first, when I sat on my mother’s lap at the age of 10 months and was spoon-fed mashed potatoes. How is it, you might ask, that a man can remember what he ate when he was 10 months old? You have obviously never eaten my mother’s mashed potatoes with turkey gravy. Mom is gone, and her gravy with her, but my wife had the good sense to ask her for the recipe while my mother lay dying. “And for God’s sake, no giblets,” Mom said, then slipped away to glory, her earthly mission done. In my early years, my father cooked the Thanksgiving turkey on a Weber grill in our barn, a deeply…

ADDICTION PSYCHIATRY ROBERT ANDREW CHAMBERS, MD Eskenazi Health Midtown Community Mental Health, 3171 N. Meridian St., 317-941-5003 ⃗ Eskenazi Special Expertise addiction/substance abuse, dual diagnosis ADOLESCENT MEDICINE LANETTE C. BROWN-JONES, MD St. Vincent Adolescent Medicine, 8414 Naab Rd., 317-338-6606 ⃗ Peyton Manning, St. Vincent MARY A. OTT, MD IU Pediatric Adolescent Medicine, 1633 N. Capitol Ave., 317-962-8067 ⃗ Riley, IU Health North Special Expertise adolescent gynecology, sexually transmitted diseases THERESA ROHRKIRCHGRABER, MD Eskenazi Health Center of Excellence, 720 Eskenazi Ave., 317-880-6050 ⃗ Eskenazi, Riley Special Expertise preventive medicine, chronic illness MARCIA SHEW, MD IU Health Physicians Adolescent Medicine, 11590 N. Meridian St., Carmel, 317-274-8812 ⃗ Riley, IU Health Methodist Special Expertise cancer prevention, HPV REBEKAH L. WILLIAMS, MD IU Health Physicians Adolescent Medicine, 705 Riley Hospital Dr., 317-274-8812 ⃗ Riley,…

I totally understand women’s concern over this issue. But the facts are more nuanced than simply saying that chemotherapy isn’t effective against breast cancer. I think that, in general, the public sees this disease as a single entity. Well, we now know that breast cancer is at least 15 to 20 different kinds of cancer, each with a different MO. So comparing one woman’s breast cancer to another’s is almost like comparing apples to oranges. One of the most important variables is how these different cancer types respond to chemotherapy. Some, indeed, don’t respond very much. But for other forms, chemo can be effective. The trick is knowing which is which. Traditionally, the way we approached breast cancer was based on the size of the tumor and whether or not…

6:30 A.M. Immediately upon arriving at the hospital, I meet with my colleague who worked the night shift to get an update on any patients who came in overnight. I like to come in early to check my inbox and read through medical records of patients I’ll see today. 7:25 A.M. A patient came into the ER yesterday afternoon after collapsing from a heart attack and sustaining a serious head injury from the fall. Unfortunately, the brain bleed worsened and the patient died this morning. Another colleague and I give the sad news to the family. 7:45 A.M. I talk to our discharge nurses about a couple of patients I am sending home, emphasizing what needs to be done before and after that happens. 8:10 A.M. In the lab, I…

Celebrating over thirty years in business Indiana Health Group is one of the premier outpatient behavioral healthcare private practice organizations in the Midwest. With more than fifty highly trained multidisciplinary professionals, IHG is able to provide a team approach for the treatment of almost all mental health & substance abuse issues in children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. If you or someone you know could benefit from mental health or substance abuse treatment, Indiana Health Group can help! • Medication Management• Addictions: Individual Treatment & Family Support• Individual, Couples & Family Counseling• Psychological & Neuropsychological Testing / Evaluations• Art Therapy• EMDR• Career Counseling• Equine Assisted Therapy INDIANA HEALTH GROUP 703 Pro-Med Lane Carmel, IN 46032 317-843-9922 | Fax: 317-581-3918 www.indianahealthgroup.com…

Board-certified plastic surgeons: Dr. William Sando and Dr. John Aker of My Plastic Surgery Group offer more than 50 years of combined experience and expertise in providing the best surgical care, an excellent safety record, and beautiful, natural results with unparalleled warmth and compassion. My Plastic Surgery Group introduced the hidden-scar breast augmentation through the underarm to Indiana and has continued to perfect and lead in this advanced technique, as well as the development of a nationally recognized approach to augment and lift the breasts in one operation. Body contouring is another area in which My Plastic Surgery Group has been a cutting-edge pioneer. Utilizing the specialized drainless surgical technique for procedures, such as tummy tuck, minimizes the risk of infection and pain, including uncomfortable drain removal. My Plastic Surgery…

D r. Jan Turkle is a board-certified plastic surgeon and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. She specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the breast, body and face. Frequently called upon to speak about reconstructive, plastic and cosmetic surgery, she is proud to have been selected by her peers as a “Top Doc” for 16 years. Dr. Turkle believes that a good skin care program is essential to anti-aging. Her on-site skin care facility, Phases™ Skin Care and Laser Center, is dedicated to providing non-surgical treatments and products. Call today if you’d like to schedule a consultation with Dr. Turkle to discuss surgery of the breast, body or face or to schedule a consultation with Phases Skin Care and Laser Center. JANET TURKLE, M.D. 11455 North…

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“BUT THOSE TREES! Those trees! Those Truffula trees! All my life I’d been searching for trees such as these.” Indiana’s state forests may be heavier on oaks and poplars than Technicolor Truffulas, but this tree-hugging salvo from Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax could as easily refer to the woodlands of Brown County as the setting of kiddie lit’s most famous environmentalist story. Like the Truffulas, Indiana’s hill-country trees are stately—and in danger from loggers. Timber-harvesting in Indiana state forests has increased by 400 percent since 2005, when a Department of Natural Resources strategic plan called for increased logging to help fill its coffers. The policy has led to dramatic clear cuts in Morgan-Monroe and other state forests and, most recently, to a controversial November 2017 timber sale in Brown County’s Yellowwood…

Wanted Outer Beauty Romantic poufed sleeves and a moto-style collar give the quilted “Red Rock” jacket from Etcetera saucy panache. What you don’t see is just as alluring. “It won’t add bulk. You won’t look like a puffy fire hydrant,” says Debbie Mikulla, a local rep and stylist for the line sold only through seasonal trunk shows. When you stroke Etcetera’s separates and dresses, the richness and attention to detail—particularly fit, with smart seaming and tucking—jump off the rack. The 150-piece winter collection, including this water-resistant statement piece, is available to shop by appointment with Mikulla through November 29. $378. 317-201-9509, debbiemikulla.etcetera.com…

THE IDEA BEHIND Tyler and Theresa Groth’s family business began with an overpriced pizza cutter. They had splurged on one from a well-known brand, so they expected it to last. But it only took a few months for the tool to fall apart. So the Elizabethtown couple decided to start creating their own kitchen products. After family members got a glimpse of the sleek chef’s knives and chrome-finished bottle openers and asked to buy their own, the Groths launched Sand Creek Wood Shop online in 2016. From behind the lathe, Tyler creates most of the turned items, like the Damascus steel chef’s knives ($145–$250) and heavy-duty pizza cutters ($44–$64). Indy’s Metazoa Brewing Company now fills glasses using Sand Creek’s tap handles. The custom cutting boards are where Theresa’s creativity shines.…

From the pig-shaped “Open” sign to the dispensers of hairnets and beard covers behind the counter, you can tell right away that Turchetti’s Salumeria is not your average sandwich shop. It should come as no surprise, given that George Turkette, Indy’s whole-animal butchering boy wonder, is behind the Friday and Saturday spot that debuted in late August. His hot links, salamis, and cold-smoked bacon have found a following among local chefs and shopkeepers over the last few years. Now, you can go right to the source for sandwiches featuring Turkette’s complex sausages and deli meats. 1106 Prospect St., 317-426-3048, turchettis.com…

ZOMBIE ATTACK We’ll drink a Painkiller to this: Ed Rudisell’s long-awaited tiki hideaway, The Inferno Room, opened in September. REBOOT Duke’s Indy is stepping up its honky-tonk revival on the near-south side with a monthly karaoke night. NEW KITCHEN ON THE BLOCK Actors Mark and Donnie Wahlberg are bringing their Wahlburgers chain to Indiana. BUZZ FEED Café Mansión coffeehouse opened on the Central State grounds. Check out the weekly Swoon List at Indianapolis Monthly.com…

HOW ARE YOUR steaks?” “Are you enjoying your steaks?” “Did your steaks come out exactly as you wanted them this evening?” We had barely sliced into dinner, and no fewer than four immaculately dark-suited employees of Anthony’s Chophouse had stopped by our table, on four different occasions, to gauge our approval. “Do you love your steaks? Can I bring you anything else?” They were, for the record, very good steaks. An 18-ounce cowgirl ribeye—cooked bone-in with the fat cap neatly trimmed away to form a giant meat lollipop—looked utterly gorgeous on the plate. Seared in a dark outer crust, the deeply marbled, loose-grained meat sheared off in floppy, juicy slices and melted in the mouth, a rich and beefy glamour steak. The other cut, an 8-ounce filet with a lobster…

HERE IN ALBANY, Indiana, a town of roughly 2,000 just a few miles from Muncie, the roads are flanked by fields of genetically modified corn and soybeans. Albany isn’t unique in this regard. More than 90 percent of the corn and soybeans in America are GMO commodities. However, one farm in Albany stands out. In fact, there’s no other agricultural operation in America like it. AquaBounty Farms of Indiana is a land-based fish farm designed to raise the revolutionary AquAdvantage salmon. Scientists created the fish in the 1980s by inserting a Chinook salmon growth-hormone gene into an Atlantic salmon, adding a DNA sequence from an eel-like ocean pout to activate it. The result is an Atlantic salmon that grows to market size twice as fast as a conventional one. After…

6 A.M. I wake for an early tumor-board meeting, so my teenage son needs to be up, too. We have less than an hour to get him to school by 6:45 a.m. and me to the meeting by 7:15 a.m. I bribe him with pizza for dinner. 7:15 A.M. Tumor board this week focuses on patients with metastatic neuroendocrine cancers. There’s a new FDA-approved peptide-based receptor radionuclide therapy (PRRT) for that group of diseases. Most of the discussion this morning revolves around what this will mean for them and us in coming months. 8:30 A.M. I meet a patient in the pre-op area to discuss the liver surgery he’s about to undergo as part of his cancer treatment. After answering a few questions and escorting him to the operating room,…

6 A.M. As soon as I wake, I log on to my laptop and check the hospital census to see who’s currently admitted. I’ll be covering not only my own patients today, but some of my partners’. 7:30 A.M. At the hospital, I confer with one of my partners who was on call the previous night. The most pressing case is a woman in early labor with a pregnancy complicated by gestational diabetes. The second most pressing issue is a patient who is 15 weeks pregnant with a severe headache and fever. We’re trying to rule out meningitis, so we order a spinal tap. 8 A.M. I examine my laboring patient and break her water. She’s currently dilated to 3 centimeters. 8:10 A.M. Heading to another ward, I check on…

6:45 A.M. My twin boys are out the door to meet the bus, and my oldest son and I soon follow. 7:30 A.M. I arrive at the office in time to review a few lab reports and check messages before my first patient. 7:45 A.M. The morning starts with follow-up visits for hypertension, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia. I review labs with patients, answer their questions, and make sure their medication lists are up to date. 9:05 A.M. Several physicals follow. I see some of my patients only once yearly, so I enjoy catching up with them and learning what’s going on in their lives. 10 A.M. A patient comes in for a procedure to have a cyst removed from her back. It goes smoothly, and she’s out the door with instructions…

Since beginning his orthopaedic practice in 1982 and the Shelbourne Knee Center in 2004, Dr. Shelbourne has steadily risen to the forefront of knee care. His ACL rehabilitation protocols are utilized around the world, and he’s performed more than 6,000 ACL reconstructions to date. Dr. Benner realized his passion for knee care in 2003, while studying with Dr. Shelbourne. After completing his fellowship on comprehensive knee specialties, Dr. Benner returned home to Indiana. Today, both doctors work together to treat knee problems without surgery, unless absolutely necessary, and patients couldn’t be happier. SHELBOURNE KNEE CENTER 1500 N Ritter Ave., Ste.500 Indianapolis, IN 46219 317-924-8636 or 888-FIX-KNEE fixknee.com…