Meet & Greet With Julie Danforth

We are proud and incredibly blessed to have been serving as one of the best pharmacies at the Lake of the Ozarks for over nine years, but we didn't get here by accident. We owe our success to the incredible team we have built over the years. We have dedicated some of our previous blogs to helping you get to know some of the people who work at The Lime In The Coconut Specialty Compounding Pharmacy: Owner Sharon Hagan. Pharmacy Technician Cyndie Riffel, and Office Manager Elyse Diefenbach. This week, we're continuing the tradition by introducing you to another one of our outstanding pharmacy techs - Ms. Julie Danforth. 

1. Where Did You Grow Up?
I was born in Chillicothe, Missouri, but moved to St. Charles, Missouri when I was nine years old. I spent most of my life there until we moved to the Lake.

2. Where Did You Attend School?
I graduated high school from Francis Howell School District in 1981.

3. What Brought You To The Lake Of The Ozarks?
My husband's job brought us to the Lake in 2004.

4. Who Is Your Family?
My husband Jeff and I just celebrated our 27th anniversary. I have two beautiful daughters and a wonderful son-in-law. Danielle and Zach currently live in Kansas City, and Rachel attends the University of Central Missouri.

Julie and Jeff Danforth

5. How Did You Get Started In The Compounding Industry?
I have been a patient of the Lime from the beginning. I always thought it would be a wonderful place to work. I was ready for a change of employment and Sharon took a chance on me! I've been here for two years now, and I couldn't be happier.

6. What Is Your Favorite Thing About Your Job?
I love working in the lab compounding different formulas. it feels great knowing that I am helping our patients get better.

7. What Is Something You Wish Everyone Knew About Compounding?
I wish everyone knew that each compound is made specifically for the patient.

8. If You Could Travel Anywhere In The World, Where Would You Go And Why?
I would love to go back to Hawaii and explore all four islands.

9. What Is Your Favorite Thing To Do When You're Not At Work?
I love to read and shop - of course!

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Get To Know Elyse Diefenbach!

In order for a business to be great, it has to have great employees. At the Lime in the Coconut Specialty Compounding Pharmacy, we consider ourselves truly blessed to have such an amazing team. From our pharmacy techs to our customer service representatives, everyone is completely dedicated to helping our customers lead happier, healthier lives. This week, we want to introduce you to one particularly outstanding member of our team: Mrs. Elyse Diefenbach.

1. Where Did You Grow Up?
My family owns a farm in Arrow Rock, MO. I was born there and spent my childhood off and on there; however, we have lived all over the state of Missouri.

2. Where Did You Attend School?
I have attended a multitude of schools, including public and Catholic schools. My mom was actually my first and second grade teacher at a little Catholic school. I graduated high school and Troy Buchanan High in Troy, MO.

3. What Brought You To The Lake Of The Ozarks?
I came to the Lake of the Ozarks because of my husband, Joe. We got engaged our senior year of high school. Before we graduated, his family moved to Tuscumbia. I ended up following him down here. We got married that following August after I graduated.

4. Who Is Your Family?
As I just mentioned, I am married to Joe. He is an absolutely amazing man. We have been married for nine years now. We have a shiatzu poodle named Jagger who has been with us since we got married. I have one sister, and Joe has two brothers and two sisters.

5. How Did You Get Started In The Compounding Industry?
Before working at the Lime, I had prepared a few compounds at other pharmacies. I met Sharon a couple of years ago and she told me about compounding. It sounded like something I would enjoy and a whole new facet of the pharmacy world I could learn.

6. What Is Your Favorite Thing About Your Job?
My favorite thing about my job is getting to help people and come up with new and different solutions for doctors to help our patients.

7. What Is Something You Wish Everyone Knew About Compounding?
I wish everyone could know how amazing compounding is. We like to say we are a "problem-solving pharmacy," and we can personalize medication for our individual patients and get to know them on a more personal level.

8. If You Could Travel Anywhere In The World, Where Would You Go And Why?
If I could travel anywhere in the world, I would go to the United Kingdom - England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland as well. My husband and I both have ancestry linked back to that region, and I love the history of the area - especially the English rulers.

9. What Is Something Very Few People Know About You?
Hmm... I suppose only a few people know that I love to shoot. My husband has always been into guns and he has gotten me into it as well. In fact, we own quite a few different types of guns. I love to go out on my family farm and shoot at various targets we find in the shed.

10. What Is Your Favorite Thing To Do When You're Not At Work?
When I'm not at work, I love to spend time with my family. My husband and I are always going to see our extended family and spend time just hanging out or shooting guns. I also love to read and play video games with my husband.

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PO Box 2145

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Sharon To Serve On The PCCA Advisory Council!

Big news for the Lime in the Coconut! Sharon Hagan RPh., owner and resident compounding pharmacist for the Lime in the Coconut Specialty Compounding Pharmacy, has been asked to serve on the PCCA Advisory Board for the upcoming term. This is a fantastic opportunity for Sharon, and we are super excited for her!

What Is PCCA?

Professional Compounding Centers of America (PCCA) is an organization dedicated to the success of independent compounding pharmacists. PCCA serves as a valuable resource for our compounding pharmacy at the Lake of the Ozarks (and for others all across the United States) for equipment, chemicals, devices, flavors, software, marketing, and continuing education opportunities. The PCCA website has tons of resources and information on a wide variety of different compounded medications, including men and women's health, pain management, dental compounding, veterinary compounding, pediatric compounding, and much more.

What Will Sharon's Role Be?

The Lime in the Coconut Specialty Compounding Pharmacy has been a member of PCCA ever since Sharon first founded the Lime in 2007. After eight and a half years of dedicated membership, Sharon is excited to take her involvement to the next level!

Sharon, along with a select group of other compounding pharmacists in the U.S., will be responsible for representing the diverse needs of the PCCA network for the 2016-2017 term. Because of the unique responsibilities shouldered by PCCA Advisory Council Members Sharon had to meet several requirements in order to be considered for this position. We are so proud of her!

Qualifications For The PCCA Advisory Council

• Knowledge of the history, mission, and goals of PCCA.
• Knowledge of the compounding community.
• The ability to share business ideas with tact, enthusiasm, and commitment.
• The ability to accept responsibility and follow through.
• The ability to work well with people individually and in a group setting.
• U.S. membership with a minimum level of silver Member Reward status.
• A commitment to the diverse needs of our growing membership.
• A positive attitude and interest in the future and well-being of PCCA.

Responsibilities

• Supporting PCCA's mission and vision.
• Attending two Council's meetings per year and actively participating in them.
• Attending telephone meetings as needed throughout the year.
• Sharing her business knowledge and other areas of expertise with PCCA.
• Being an advocate for PCCA.
• Participating in strategic planning activities.
• Partnering with PCCA leadership to accomplish PCCA's mission and vision.

Benefits Of Serving On The Council

• The opportunity to identify needs for, provide support to, and assist PCCA in achieving its goals.
• Enhanced experience in building and working with teams.
• Increased knowledge of PCCA activities and resources.
• The opportunity to help shape PCCA's direction and future.

Sharon is very excited to be able to serve PCCA and, in turn, The Lime and our valued customers. We know she is going to do an absolutely wonderful job, and we can't wait to see everything she does while serving on the Council!

Congratulations, Sharon!

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The Purpose Of Your Primary Sex Hormones

Hormones are an integral part of your body's natural system. These naturally-occurring chemicals serve several important functions and impact multiple different aspects of your physical well-being, including energy levels, muscle and bone tissue, and sexual maturation. This week, the Lime in the Coconut Compounding Pharmacy is here to take a closer look at your primary sex hormones and some of the different purposes they serve.

Estrogen

There are actually three different types of estrogen, and they all serve slightly different functions. In general, estrogen deals primarily with fetal development as well as the development and regulation of women's secondary sex characteristics. Estrogen also plays a significant role in regulating women's menstrual cycles. In men, estrogen helps maintain their libidos and sperm production.

Testosterone

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Contrary to popular belief, testosterone plays an equally important role in women as it does in men. Testosterone impacts the male reproductive development process and men's secondary sex characteristics, but that's not all it does. It also helps dilate arteries in the heart and reinforce the integrity of cell walls in the brain.

Progesterone

Progesterone plays a crucial role in the regulating menstrual cycles and pregnancy. Progesterone is responsible for causing the uterine lining to thicken each month in preparation for a potential fetus and regulating the resulting pregnancy, should it occur. Additionally, progesterone serves to enhance bone mineral density, reduce anxiety levels, improve sleep quality, and balance estrogen levels.

DHEA

Dehydroepiandrosterone (or "DHEA" for short) serves as a precursor to other sex hormones. For example, this means that, given time, DHEA will actually be converted into testosterone. Among many other benefits, DHEA serves to regulate sex drive and improve immune function. Unlike the other sex hormones, DHEA supplements are available without a prescription. Pick up yours at the Lime in the Coconut Specialty Compounding Pharmacy today.

Ask Us How BHRT May Be Able To Help You!

Our hormone levels fluctuate as we age, and our bodies sometimes have difficulty functioning as they did before. Fortunately, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy can help regulate your hormone levels. At our Lake of the Ozarks compounding pharmacy, we specialize in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT). Because they have the same chemical and molecular structure as the body's natural hormones, bioidentical hormones are easier on the body and cause fewer side effects. 

If you would like more information about bioidentical hormone replacement therapy at the Lake of the Ozarks, please contact our Missouri compounding pharmacist. We would be happy to assist you in any way we can!

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Renee Riedel Joins The Lime Team!

The Lime in the Coconut Specialty Compounding Pharmacy is GROWING! We've had something in the works for a long time, and now we can finally make it official - the Lime will have its very own nurse practitioner starting next month! Nurse Practitioner Renee Riedel is founding her own healthcare company, Lake Care & Associates, and it will be housed right here at our Lake of the Ozarks compounding pharmacy. We are thrilled to welcome Renee to our team!

A Nurse Practitioner Who Cares

With twenty-two years of healthcare experience, Renee offers has developed a unique, personal touch with all of her patients. Her dedication to truly getting to know her patients come through in everything she does. Renee understands that her patients' physical well-being is dependent upon several different factors. On the very first appointment, Renee will sit down and discuss her new patient's family history, social history, medical history, and list of current medications in order to gain a complete understanding of their situation.

Renee is originally from Overland Park, Kansas, but she has been here at the Lake of the Ozarks since 2008. She is married and has two daughters: Melissa (a sophomore at Mizzou) and Meghan (a senior at Camdenton High School). 

A Variety Of Services For All Your Wellness Needs

Renee is starting her own practice, Lake Care & Associates, in collaboration with The Lime in the Coconut. An experienced nurse practitioner, Renee has the ability to offer several different services to her patients. As a few general examples, she will be offering...

• General Care
• Acute Care for Ages 3+
• Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy
• General Men & Women's Health Services

Specifically, her patients will be able to receive several different types of care, including...

• Mono Tests
• Pregnancy Tests
• PAP Tests
• Birth Control
• Rapid Strep Tests
• STD Tests
• Sutures
• Laceration Repair
• Labs

Renee can also treat a variety of different health problems, such as...

• Wound Cultures
• Abscesses
• Hypertension
• Infection
• Diabetes

Affordable Healthcare For Everyone

Because Renee believes in offering affordable healthcare to her patients, she is adopting a straight fee-for-service structure that will help to alleviate any financial concerns for her patients. Renee will charge $50 per visit (or $45 for people who want to pay with cash). The only exceptions will be labs and other services that require additional costs on Renee's end.

Call Today To Book Your Appointment!

Renee will be available at the Lime (by appointment only) starting on Thursday, October 1st. To begin, she will be here at the Lime on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. She is already taking appointments! Call our compounding pharmacy at the Lake of the Ozarks to schedule yours today.

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Help For Fido & Felix: Veterinary Compounding

If you've ever had a household pet, you know first-hand how much they truly become part of the family. Even though they may not speak the same language, your dogs and/or cats will likely find their own ways into your heart and before you know it, you won't be able to imagine your life without them.

With such an integral role to play in your family, it only makes sense that your furry friends deserve access to quality medicinal care. As dedicated animal lovers, all of us at the Lime in the Coconut Compounding Pharmacy are thrilled to be able to offer easy and fun solutions for your pets' medicinal needs.

Customizing Dosages To Each Pet

Just like humans, no two animals are alike. We offer compounded medication at the Lake of the Ozarks in order to ensure that each of our patients get the specific dosage they need for their unique situation, and we don't treat our animal patients any differently. Our experienced compounding pharmacist at the Lake of the Ozarks can design customized dosages to meet your pet's needs. 

In some situations, veterinarians prescribe a certain medication for your pet that is on manufacturer backorder and not commercially available. In these situations, our talented pharmacy technicians can mix the active ingredients together to create a prescription for an otherwise unavailable (or discontinued) product.

Making Medication A Tasty Treat

If you have ever tried to feed a pill to your pet, you can probably attest to the fact that most animals hate taking medication. Your pet can't understand the medicinal benefits of the medication; all he knows is that it tastes nasty, and he definitely doesn't want to eat it!

At The Lime in the Coconut, we have found a solution to this age-old problem. Rather than having to hide the pill in cheese or peanut butter to try to sneak it into your pet's mouth, you can simply feed her medication that tastes exactly like one of her favorite treats! We can make your pet's medication taste like...

• Chicken
• Bacon
• Beef
• Shrimp
• Peanut Butter
• Banana
• Fish
• Salmon
• Marshmallow
• Tuna

With your pet's medication cleverly disguised as a tasty treat, feeding it to your dogs and cats will be a breeze.

Ask Us About Veterinary Compounding @ The Lime!

Your pet's health is very important to us, and we take great pride in providing quality medication for cats and dogs to help them lead happier, healthier lives. Just as we can customize the dosage forms for our human patients, we can also customize the dosage form for our veterinary compounds. For example, we can deliver the medication as a transdermal gel, chewable treat, flavored suspension, suppository, or a flavored capsule. 

If you have a fur-baby at home in need of some medicine, give us a call to learn more about veterinary compounding at the Lake of the Ozarks. We would be honored to help you care for your beloved animals!

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Say GOODBYE To Sinus Pain & HELLO To NasoNeb®!

Sinus pain and allergies are some of the most frustrating health issues anyone can experience. They are generally minor enough that victims think they should be able to go about their lives as usual, but severe enough that can make even simple, mundane tasks very challenging. Common symptoms of allergies and sinus pain include:

• Coughing
• Wheezing
• Runny Nose
• Itchy / Watery Eyes
• Nasal Congestion
• Sore Throat
• Stuffy Nose
• Sinus Headaches

Fortunately, you don't have to resign yourself to suffering from these debilitating symptoms! Your friends at The Lime in the Coconut Specialty Compounding Pharmacy are here to help with this fantastic allergy solution.

NasoNeb® Nasal Nebulizer

NasoNeb® Nasal Nebulizer is specifically designed to provide fast, easy relief to patients suffering from chronic allergies. Designed as a penetrating aerosol spray, NasoNeb delivers a high concentration of customized allergy medication to your entire nasal cavity. The droplets created by this spray are especially designed to remain in the nasal cavity. This reduces the likelihood of some of these drops getting transported to the lungs, which in turn reduces the chance of undesirable side effects.

As a few examples, patients suffering from the following types of symptoms and conditions can generally benefit from NasoNeb® treatment:

• Chronic Nasal Crusting & Infection
• Sinus Infections
• Uncooperative Allergic Rhinitis

If you or someone you know is suffering from these types of conditions, we would love the chance to talk to them about how NasoNeb® may be the solution they need.

Rave Reviews For NasoNeb®

"As a patient, the NasoNeb® Nasal Nebulizer has been very helpful to me. It's a genius concept in how effective and easy it is to utilize. I highly recommend the NasoNeb® to anyone with allergy or sinus issues." 

- Chad G.

"My son got a malignant neoblastoma in his sinuses. His ENT gave me a NasoNeb to prevent meningitis. He uses it with tobramycin. This is an excellent product; it delivers the medication perfectly." 

- Jennifer D.

"I have had a MedInvent Nasal Nebulizer for over five years. It is a miracle cure for my chronic sinusitis (which persisted despite two sinus surgeries). I use it twice daily with plain saline, and with steroids during peak allergy seasons." 

- Michael I.

Get Your NasoNeb® Prescription Filled At The Lime!

The NasoNeb® Nasal Nebulizer is only available through the NasoNeb Pharmacy Network of compounding pharmacies. The Lime In The Coconut is proud to be a member of this qualified group of compounding pharmacies dedicated to providing outstanding sinus solutions to our patients. If you know someone who is suffering from chronic nasal infections or allergies, have them stop by our compounding pharmacy at the Lake of the Ozarks to learn more about NasoNeb®!

BONUS:
CranioSacral Therapy has also been known to help relieve chronic sinus pain. If you are interested in learning about non-medical solutions to treat your sinus infection, contact our therapist to learn more about how CranioSacral Therapy might be able to help you.

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