FPG in 2024: Our Year in Review
2024 marks thirty years of service to the community for First Physicians Group. Since its inception in 1994, First Physicians Group (FPG) has grown to become one of the most respected multi-specialty medical group in the community. “From those humble beginnings 30 years ago, FPG has continued to work alongside the health system to meet […]
The Dangers of Untreated Sleep Apnea
with FPG Pulmonologist and Sleep Medicine Specialist, Rabih Loutfi, MD
(VIDEO) Treating Nasal Polyps
Nasal polyps can make patients who develop them really uncomfortable. Allergy and immunology specialist John Trickett, MD, discusses the many treatments available, including new advancements. https://vimeo.com/1012777785?share=copy
Pediatric Survival Tips for the Holiday Season
As the holiday season rolls around, so does cold, flu and RSV season. And with all of these illnesses floating around schools and daycares and playgrounds and playdates, it can be hard to keep the little ones from becoming adorable little disease vectors for your next family gathering.
(VIDEO) Understanding Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) can impact patients of any age, and there can be a wide range of symptoms. FPG gastroenterologist Dustin Albert, MD, explains how IBD is diagnosed, and some of the options for treatment. https://vimeo.com/1012777811?share=copy
FPG Welcomes New Physiatrist to Inpatient Rehabilitation Team
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is proud to welcome back Dr. Emese Simon, MD, FAAPMR.
(VIDEO) Managing Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar – Maternity Series
Gestational Diabetes and preeclampsia are two of the most common conditions which make pregnancies high risk. In the second episode of the three part maternity mini-series, Larry Matsumoto, MD, discusses what these diagnoses mean and how they’re monitored.
New Family Medicine Physician Joins FPG Team in Venice
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is welcoming a new family medicine doctor to the health system’s First Physicians Group (FPG) network this week.
Preventing Osteoporosis Through Diet and Exercise
with FPG Endocrinologist Angela Boldo, MD
(VIDEO) The Importance of Prenatal Care
Establishing with an OB/GYN and getting quality prenatal care can make an enormous difference in the course of a pregnancy. In this first episode of a three part maternity mini-series, FPG OB/GYN Malorie Lipman, MD, discusses what parents can expect throughout the course of prenatal care, and why it’s so important.