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IN Community is a publication dedicated to
representing, encouraging and promoting
the Bethel Park area and its comprising
municipalities by focusing on the talents
and gifts of the people who live and work
here. Our goal is to provide readers with
the most informative and professional
regional publication in the Commonwealth
of Pennsylvania.
fall 2019
18 Leading the Way
There are approximately 4,700 cardiothoracic surgeons
in the United States—and less than 4 percent of those
surgeons are women. AHN’s Dr. Mitsuko Takahashi is
one of them.
22 On a Mission to Help Others
Through a documentary and nonprofit organization, liver
transplant survivor hopes to pay it forward.
26 Fall Festival Fever!
As autumn approaches, let the fall fun begin! Pumpkins,
corn mazes, hayrides, applefests and more await.
39 Special Section: Education
Whether it’s choosing a college major, deciding on
a trade school, saving for college or managing post-
college debt, here are some ways to help you navigate
a path through higher education.
54 The Baby Guru
Dottie Barrett’s love for babies shows in her 25 years of
teaching new moms and dads.
departments
4 From the Publisher
8 IN the Loop: What’s News in Bethel Park
12 IN Good Taste: Cheryl Tacka and Dave
Sgro, Co-Owners and Chefs, Slate Bistro
14 IN Person: American Ninja Warrior
Alicia Tavani-Candela
52 Bethel Park School District News
56 IN Focus: Bethel Park at a Glance
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17 Senior Living: Asbury Heights
25 Your Finances: Ameriprise Financial (Jonathan Martin)
35 The Power of Pilates: Phi Pilates
37 Insurance: Bill Flinn Agency
48 Early Education: The Goddard School
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Business Spotlights
46 Creation Labs
51 Trax Farms
55 Beinhauer Cremation & Burial Services
on the cover
Alicia Tavani-Candela gives it her best shot on
Season 112 of “American Ninja Warrior.”
See story on page 14. Photo by NBCUniversal.
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