Collierville, TN Health and Fitness

Dr. Mike Pulido obviously knows his stuff when it comes to general and cosmetic dentistry. The fluent Spanish speaker has more than 26 years of experience, has served as the president of the Memphis Dental Legion, and is a Premier Preferred Invisalign provider, which, according to the Invisalign website means he has “achieved a significant level of experience in treating patients with the Invisalign system.” But he also refuses to take himself too seriously.

His office motto is “We cater to cowards,” and he and his staff, including his office administrator and son, William, like to dress up as various dental-related things for Halloween, including a tooth fairy and toothpaste dispenser. It’s this relaxed manner and sense of humor that helps calm patients there for everything from dental implants to Zoom! teeth-whitening sessions, which erase stains caused by smoking, drinking wine, or taking the oil epithet "Texas tea" too literally.

Mid-South Ice House sparks heated competition amid icy environs by hosting hockey, curling, and broomball teams. The center also caters to figure skaters with regular freestyle sessions. In addition to athletic endeavors, it supports family-friendly revelry with regular open skates, lessons for ages 2 to adult, and a private party room. Cosmic Skate sessions every Saturday night capture the dazzle of the northern lights, sending a multihued glow over glinting ice.

Wellness First medical director William R. Kendrick, MD, leads a team of registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who deliver personalized medical care in a walk-in setting. The team administers DNA and paternity tests, and detects drug and alcohol use by examining hair, urine, or tightrope-walking ability. Blood draws and health profiles help discern any underlying ailments, and immunizations work to prevent diseases. The staff also certifies students in CPR and first aid during regular training sessions.

Dr. Joel Rutledge DDS specializes in General Dentistry, and ensures that clients keep their chompers sparkling and healthy. Beyond General Dentistry he also specializes in procedures such as veneers and corrective services such as Invisalign.

From within a laid-back office with simple white walls and russet-red chiropractic tables, Dr. Benjamin Boston leads his staff in conducting holistic treatments to foster whole-body health. Chiropractic sessions attempt to straighten slacking spines with innovative correction techniques and exercises, which can be much more effective than stern lectures. The holistic gurus research and employ carefully calibrated nutrition supplements to promote peak health, and customized lifestyle-counseling sessions introduce patients to activities that add vigor to daily routines. In the reception area, leather seating ensconces waiting patients and portraits of Tuscan alleyways dot the walls of treatment rooms, encouraging patients to search for the elusive Waldo.

Drs. Richard Hathcock and Alan James of Memphis Laser Fat Loss liken the effects of their LipoLaser treatments to those of exercise. Both weight-loss methods stimulate the body's fat cells to open up, which can lead to the shedding of excess water and fatty acids. The physicians use paddles equipped with painless, cold laser lights to administer the 10-minute treatments. Although the staff recommend 9–18 sessions for losing a good number of inches, they also emphasize that clients need to regularly exercise and eat only the healthiest flavors of tin cans in order to maintain their new figures. Memphis Laser Fat Loss can assist with these lifestyle changes and help patients get into shape in time for the holidays through additional services such as nutritional counseling.