Neuwirth

Dr. S. Edward Neuwirth

As a means of introduction, perhaps a bit of my professional background might be in order. I am a graduate of New York University, College of Dentistry. Between my junior and senior years, I served as an extern in oral surgery at a major New York City Hospital.

Shortly after graduation, I went out to our fiftieth sate, Hawaii. I had the privilege of organizing the firsts civilian dental internship in Hawaii. I served in this internship at Honolulu's main hospital, The Queen's Hospital. When my internship was completed, I accepted a position with the Department of Health of the State of Hawaii. My specific task was to survey the dental health status and needs of the elementary school children in the Islands. During my years in Hawaii, I came to know, and become very fond of the people and the Islands Themselves. I also became a rather decent surfer as well and earned my private pilot's certificate. It was not without a bit of sadness that I left "my" Islands.

My leaving was necessitated by rather urgent call from my "Uncle Sam". My next two years were spent as an officer in the U.S. Army Dental Corps. My first tour of duty was in Korea. I served as the oral surgeon for the DMZ and later at a hospital in Seoul. While in Korea, I became involved with, and quite adept at sports parachuting. It was a pleasure, and rather rare privilege to work with a very select Korean Army Special Forces Unit. I trained this unit in the skills of sports parachuting (Sky Diving). They became the team that represented Korea in world competition. I was very proud when the Special Forces honored me by awarding me my Airborne Wings.

The second half of my Army tour was spent in New Orleans where I became chief of the base Dental Clinic. The last part of my Army stay was spent with the 101st Airborne (Screaming Eagles) Division at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.

After doing a bit of traveling, sightseeing and visiting with friends, I came back to Florida. I have always believed that each person in our practice deserves individualized care and attention, specific to that person's needs and desires. I believed that we are obligated to maintain, and whenever possible, improve our client's health and well being. My ongoing interest in nutrition stems from this philosophy.

Professionally, I believe it is essential for myself and our entire dental team to constantly upgrade our skills and knowledge in our chosen field. Therefore we are all committed to a busy schedule of continuing education. I have completed a two-year program, " Advance Restorative Dentistry" with the Foundation For Advanced Continuing Education in California. I have also completed a nine-month program in Head, Neck, Face and Temporomandibular (TMJ) Joint Pain.

My interest in education also includes teaching at Nova Southeastern University, College of Dental Medicine as a Clinical Professor. I supervise/teach students in the clinic and preclinical studies as well. It is my desire to provide you with the best levels of caring service in a pleasant, relaxing atmosphere. (Your comments, suggestions and referrals are always appreciated).

On a more personal level, I am the proud father of two young people. My daughter, Dori Lynn is a graduate of Tulane University (New Orleans), having majored in Political Science. She is currently a freelance contractor in the Hospitality and Public Relations field. She resides in Hollywood with her husband, and involves herself in community affairs and charitable organizations.

David graduated from Emory University (Atlanta) with a major in Psychology. He received his master in the same field from Georgia State. He also lives in Hollywood. He is an independent marketer for new record releases, and is a disc jockey traveling throughout Europe and Asia. He is an avid sport fan, and enjoys "working out" which provides a consistent exercise program. He also enjoys playing golf.

As an offshoot of my interest in health, I am a firm believer in the value of routine exercise. Three times a week I'll do resistance training. I swim during the warm months and when it is too cold to get in the pool I row.

I seem to feel a need for being in the wilderness. I feel comfortable there. Perhaps it is the need to revitalize the spirit. I enjoy hiking, backpacking, camping, canoeing, fishing, sky diving and target shooting.

Judy and I continue to backpack a section of the Appalachian Trail each May and September, We are usually out for 3-4 days, camping each night at a different place along the trail. We have covered a good part of the trail in North Carolina and are now working our way north in Tennessee and Virginia.

In September 2006 I canoed the Allagash River in Maine with three friends. This was a self-guided trip. We set up our camps and did all of our own provisioning, cooking and cleaning. It was a wonderful eight-day traveling 96 miles on the river.

In October/ November of 2007 I had the good fortune to trek in Patagonia (Argentina/Chile). The scenery was "other worldly" and magnificent. The weather was a bit "other worldly" also. Although it was spring there, there were constants winds, at times gale force. The temperature was cool to cold. When we arrived to Ushuaia we were met with a blizzard. The snow was blowing horizontally.

From Ushuaia we traveled to Iguassu Falls. These falls are between Argentina and Brazil. They are over two and a half miles wide and are truly amazing. We visited both sides; first by helicopter and then walking. We also took a boat ride up to the base of the fall for yet another view/perspective. All in all, another very memorable trip.

In October/November (2008) saw us back in Asia. We spent 3 days trekking in the jungles of northern Thailand. Then, on to Nepal to trek in the western part of the country in the Annapurna Region. Quite a difference from the hot, humid jungles of Thailand. Always in the presence of magnificent/majestic snow covered mountains. A physically challenging and Spiritual experience. When our trek was completed, we presented a seminar for the Nepal Dental Society and became honorary members of this society. It was a long journey going and coming.

In Ocotber/November (2009) we returned to Nepal for our third trek there. Our trek took us to the northern part of Nepal, sometimes quite near the Tiberian border. We trekked through jungles (nice and cool) as well as higher elevations, getting close to glaciers coming down from the higher mountains of the Himalayas. In addition to the trekking, this was also a cultural exchange. We got to stay in the homes of the Tibetans who live in this area. We also had many of our meals with Tibetan families. These are warm, friendly, gracious and charismatic people who helped make our trip that much more meaningful. As always it was good to get back home.

In September of 2010 we took our fourth trip to Asia. Since we will not be going back to this part of the world for a while, we tried to see as much as possible. After a days stop in Bangkok with my friend and his family, it was off to Cambodia. We spent 2 days here visiting the world heritage site of Angkor Wat and several other Hindu temples in this area.

The Khmer culture was advanced was advance and widespread from Vietnam all the way to Cambodia. We also had a chance to see a Vietnamese village. This entire Village was made up with families living on the water in boats. Fishing was their way of life. The weather in Cambodia was hot and very humid. I have a better understanding now of what it was like in the jungles of Vietnam for our troops fighting there.

From Cambodia it was on to Nepal and a very remote, isolated area: actually an extension of the Tibetan plateau (at 13,000 feet). This area was much like our southwest. The mountains were steep with brown being the dominant color. The weather was dry in the mountains and at time quite windy.

Because of the unexpected rain we were often plagued with avalanches. This area, close to China, in inhabited by Tibetans who retain their Buddhist religion and culture. We visited many temples and also got to see cave dwellings used long ago. The trek here was long and difficult, most days requiring 8-10 hours of hiking.

The last part of our journey took as to Agra, India and the world famous Taj Mahal: truly a wonder to behold. We viewed it in the morning, afternoon and under full moon. We also visited other Muslim and tombs. Altogether, a long hard/demanding trip. It was so good to get back home and be among people I love and care about.

S. ROBERT DAVIDOFF D.M.D.

Dr. Davidoff brings his expertise in Dental Implant Surgery and Reconstruction, Crown and Bridge, Dentures and Partial Dentures and Cosmetic Dentistry to the heart of Palm Beach County. He offers a full complement of dental implants surgical and restorative services from major reconstruction to economic Mini Implant Denture stabilization.

STEPHEN J. MANGAN, D.M.D.

Career Objective: To become a leading medical professional in providing endodontic and dental medical services at the highest standards of professional care to patients in south Florida, to assist other dental professionals in their pursuit of this profession, and to be a civic leader in my community.