(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.
(VIDEO) 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

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