First Neurointerventional Physician Joins FPG
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is welcoming Dr. Eyad Almallouhi, our first Neurointerventional physician to the health system’s First Physicians Group (FPG) network.
New Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon joins FPG in Sarasota
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is welcoming a new plastic and reconstructive surgeon to the health system’s First Physicians Group (FPG) network.
(VIDEO) New Childhood Obesity Guidelines and Prevention Strategies
https://vimeo.com/849107845 In 2023, the American Academy of Pediatrics released new guidelines related to childhood obesity. Pediatrician Susan Mihm, MD, discusses what’s new, why these guidelines are significant, and what prevention strategies families can use to avoid childhood obesity and long-term health concerns.
Sarasota Memorial Welcomes New Colon and Rectal Surgeon to FPG Provider Network
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is welcoming a new colon and rectal surgeon to the health system’s First Physicians Group (FPG) network.
Don’t Forget Yearly Physicals!
It seems like school starts earlier every year. And between running around town looking for school supplies and new clothes, re-arranging schedules for after school athletics, play rehearsals and school clubs, and all the other teacher meetings and parent conferences that make up the back-to-school madness, it can be all-too-easy to let the yearly check-up […]
Sarasota Memorial receives recognition as a Mitral Valve Repair Reference Center
Sarasota Memorial Hospital- Sarasota has received the Mitral Valve Repair Reference Center Award for the third time from the American Heart Association and the Mitral Foundation for a demonstrated record of superior clinical outcomes resulting from evidence-based, guideline-directed degenerative mitral valve repair. “We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our dedication to […]
(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.