(VIDEO) Neuro Rehab and Spasticity Management

Neuro rehabilitation specifically helps patients who have suffered from an event like a stroke or other neurological injury. First Physicians Group Physiatrist Ryan Hafner, MD specializes in spasticity management, and explains why seeking Neuro rehab early can help patients get back to their lives.
(VIDEO) Cardiac Rehab and Sternal Precautions

Medical director of inpatient rehabilitation at Sarasota Memorial and FPG Physiatrist Alexander Bajorek, MD, discusses the importance of cardiac rehab for patients in need, what that rehab looks like, and new sternal precautions that are having great results nationwide. Learn how and why SMH implemented “Keep Your Move in the Tube.”
Survival Tips For First-Time Fathers: How To Support Your Partner Through Pregnancy & Delivery

Pregnancy is a partnership, but the experience sure depends on your perspective.
Counterfeit Car Seats: How to Spot Them and Report Them

While the switch to online shopping has done wonders in terms of convenience, it has also unfortunately opened the door for many scam artists and counterfeiters looking to take advantage of the relative anonymity provided by the internet.
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Less Invasive Laser Treatment Option Now Available at SMH Thyroid and Parathyroid Center

SARASOTA, Fla. – Sarasota Memorial is now offering a full range of minimally invasive ablative therapies to treat thyroid nodules.
FPG Welcomes New Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician to Sarasota Team

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is proud to welcome a new physician to the health system’s First Physicians Group (FPG) network of physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians.
Sarasota Memorial Welcomes New General Surgeon to FPG’s Venice Team

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is welcoming a new general surgeon to the health system’s First Physicians Group (FPG) network.
To Meet Community’s Growing Surgical Needs, SMH Opens In-House Anesthesiology Practice

SARASOTA, Fla. (April 17, 2023) – Sarasota Memorial Health Care System opened its own anesthesiology practice today, expanding its First Physician Group (FPG) network to support the increasing medical needs of community members and surgeons.
The Connection Between HPV and Throat Cancer

With FPG Head & Neck Surgeon and Cancer Specialist Peter Vosler, MD, PhD, FACS