Medicine

Auld Two gynecologists with Physicians' Primary Care of Southwest Florida have been named among the "Best Doctors in America" for 2008 by Castle Connolly Medical in New York. Heather Auld, M.D., and Mary Yankaskas, M.D., were nominated for the prestigious honor by other doctors. Both physicians also were included in the 2006 list as well. Selections are made through a national survey of physicians and hospital administrators conducted by Castle Connolly Medical, an independent research and information company. After the votes are tallied, Castle Connolly ensures that the physicians meet the company's criteria, which include board certification, years of experience in their specialties, and a clean disciplinary record.

Dr. Daniel Halajcsik recently opened the Halajcsik Chiropractic Clinic to treat patients for low back and neck pain, sciatica, sports injuries, headaches, pain management and full spinal care. Other services offered include x-rays, disc decompression, and massage. Dr. Halajcsik specializes in the Gonstead Chiropractic Technique, an analytical and specific approach, which focuses on treatment of the cause, not the symptom. This technique allows patients to receive more individualized care, attention and time from the doctor.

Yankaskas Halajcsik