The August 12, 2015 Naples Gulf Shore Sunset Rotary Club meeting was called to order by President Dan Herrington at 7:30am followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation. Guest and visiting Rotarian were introduced followed by our guest speaker Pamela Hughes, D.O.; Functional Medicine Specialist with the Hughes Center. Dr. Hughes discussed the immediate history and the mission of the Hughes Center including the creation of a therepeutic partnership with patients and families to empower the patient to take ownership of their own healing and well-being. With individualized analysis they examine the root of imbalance and then provide patients the tools to restore their health and prevent disease. Dr. Hughes then introduced her associate Carol L. Roberts, M.D.., who discussed the differences between functional medicine, alternative medicine and holistic medicine. Questions were answered and all members enjoyed learning about the Hughes Center. Additional information is available by clicking
here. Also congratulations to Kristen Petry recognized as our clubs Rotarian of the Year for 2014. We appreciate your dedication and value your friendship! Picture below with Past President Anne Towers with Kristen Petry.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 am. Note: Our next meeting will be Thursday August 20, 2015 at Pompano Surf and Turf starting with Happy Hour at 5:30pm and Meeting at 6:00pm. Our speaker will be Karl Williams of the Conservancy of Southwest Florida and members please bring a guest!!
