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What makes pediatric emergency care different from adult emergency care? Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s pediatric emergency care coordinators from both the Sarasota and Venice campuses discuss how specialized teams prepare to care for children of all ages, from newborns to adolescents. Learn about pediatric readiness, dedicated child-friendly emergency spaces, 24/7 pediatric physician…
Epilepsy treatment is advancing with innovative options for patients whose seizures are not controlled by medication. Kenneth Vives, MD, a neurosurgeon with Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s First Physicians Group, discusses the latest advancements in epilepsy care, including responsive neurostimulation (RNS) and the NeuroPace device. Learn how these technologies can help monitor brain…
Are GLP-1 medications right for you? Karen Hamad, MD, Associate Chief Medical Officer of SMH First Physicians Group's Primary Care, and Mikka Ipri, RDN, the RENEW program coordinator, discuss how today's prescription weight loss medications work, who may benefit and why long-term success depends on more than the medication alone. Learn how nutrition, exercise, lifestyle changes and ongoing support…
At Sarasota Memorial's Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute, a multi-disciplinary team approach is used to treat every patient and every cancer. Ryan Leahy, DO, Medical Director of Interventional Radiology at SMH-Sarasota, explains the current use of minimally invasive procedures to directly target cancer, and the future of this exciting field. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo…
Strong primary care relationships improve prevention, help manage chronic conditions and provide continuity of care through every stage of life—especially in today's rapidly changing healthcare landscape. Karen Hamad, MD, Associate Chief Medical Officer for SMH's First Physicians Group Primary Care, explains why having a primary care physician is one of the most important investments you can make…
SMH’s Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute is enrolling patients in a research study evaluating LINFU (Low-Intensity Non-Focused Ultrasound), an emerging screening technology designed to help doctors identify precancerous changes in people at high risk for pancreatic cancer, but who have no signs or symptoms of the disease. Kenneth Meredith, MD, chief of gastrointestinal oncology at SMH’s…
Low dose radiation therapy (LDRT) is a short, safe and effective outpatient treatment option which can enhance functionality and alleviate pain associated with many benign conditions. Kunal Saigal, MD, Medical Director of Radiation Oncology at Sarasota Memorial’s Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute discusses misconceptions surrounding radiation treatment, and why LDRT is a good alternative for…
Colorectal cancer is making headlines — and increasingly, it’s affecting younger adults. Stephen Kucera, MD, Medical Director of Gastroenterology and Endoscopic Oncology, explains why diagnoses are rising in people under 55, what may be driving the trend, and the warning signs no one should ignore. He also shares the lifesaving steps everyone can take to reduce their risk, including when to get…
No matter the sleep disorder a person may be experiencing, getting an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment is essential, as quality sleep plays a critical role in overall health. Rabih Loutfi, MD, Medical Director of Sarasota Memorial’s Sleep Disorder Center, explains how sleep impacts overall well-being and highlights the comprehensive diagnostic services available to identify and treat…
Endometriosis can be incredibly painful, and while it doesn't have a cure, it can be managed with hormone therapy or surgery. Gynecologist Kyle Garner, MD, discusses misconceptions about endometriosis, and what patients can do to advocate for themselves. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for…
