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CEREAL CREDENTIALS
When picking out morn-
ing breakfast cereals,
look for ones that have
2.5 grams or more of
dietary ber per serv-
ing. Fiber helps with
digestion.
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
PUMP FOR POWER
Adults lose approxi-
mately 4 to 6 pounds of
muscle a decade, one
reason why weight train-
ing is crucial as we age.
It improves muscles,
strength, balance and
bones.
American Council on Exercise
SPREADING OUT
Tired
of plain old peanut
butter? Try sun ower
seed butter or almond
butter. Both are lower
in saturated fat than
peanut butter. Enjoy
them on sandwiches,
whole-grain crackers or
raw vegetables.
U.S. Department of Agriculture
I
t felt like home.” A place doesn’t get a higher compliment from someone who has lived in, well, lots
of places. But that’s how urologist Elisa Brantly, MD, feels about Shannon and San Angelo.
A er
medical school and residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, Dr.
Brantly was looking for a hospital that shared her vision for patient care. Her father, Bob, said, “You
need to consider San Angelo. is community has a big heart.” He knows this rsthand as director
of Rust Street Ministries, a source of food, clothing and household items for needy families.
NEVER WALK ALONE
Shannon Care Coordination
ensures personalized
assistance for patients
throughout San Angelo.
SEE PAGE 4
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SHANNON
MEDICAL CENTER
120 E. Harris Ave.
San Angelo, TX 76903
Dr. Brantly fell in love with
San Angelo and Shannon. It is
a great place for her and her
husband, Chad, to raise their
daughter surrounded by family
and friends. Shannon gives her
the opportunity to practice the
compassionate medicine she
envisioned upon leaving medi-
cal school.
As a supporter of Rust
Street Ministries, Dr. Brantly
is able to give back to those in
need in her new hometown.
Plus she’s a natural at driving
a forkli .
We are proud to share the
stories of our doctors and sta ,
who deliver exceptional, quality
care and are a vital part of the
community of San Angelo. To
learn about the people who care
for you at Shannon, visit
shannonstories.com
.
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DELIVERING
COMPASSION
AND CARE
WHY DR. BRANTLY
LOVES SHANNON
Elisa Brantly, MD, gives back to the community by
serving at Rust Street Ministries. Do you feel called
to help too? Visit
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