(VIDEO) Development of Premature Babies

Development of Premature Babies

A premature baby’s developmental curve in the first few months can be different than a full term babies. First Physicians Group’s Ronald Laracuente, MD, discusses how the family can work with their pediatrician to understand where their child is, and what they need moving forward.

New Gastroenterology Physicians Join FPG

Mark Radetic, MD and Michael Slater, DO

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is welcoming two new gastroenterology physicians to the health system’s First Physicians Group (FPG) network this month.

(VIDEO) Anesthesia and Aging

SMH Healthcasts with Dr. Matthew Waldron

Depending on the type of procedure a patient needs, different kinds of anesthesia may be used to ensure that patient’s safety and comfort. Matthew Waldron, MD, Department Chair and Medical Director of Anesthesiology at Sarasota Memorial discusses how age can also impact anesthesia, and what patients can do to prepare themselves for anesthetic as they […]

SMH Recognized for Mitral Valve

Mitral Valve Repair Reference Center Award 2024

Sarasota Memorial Hospital- Sarasota has been honored with the Mitral Valve Repair Reference Center Award for the fourth time by the American Heart Association and the Mitral Foundation. It is the only center recognized in the region, and one of only two in the state of Florida. The recognition underscores the heart team’s exceptional and […]