What To Do About Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease

Hand foot and mouth disease (HMFD) is a very common childhood illness. It is not typically serious, but it is very contagious and can become serious if untreated. Read more from FPG Pediatrician Dr. Myers about how to spot, treat, and prevent HMFD in your family.

Monday, July 24, 2023

SMH Joins International Study of Novel Heart Failure Treatment

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System has joined a global study of an investigational cardiac implant bringing a new treatment option and hope to people living with life-threatening symptoms of heart failure. Led by Hakim Morsli, MD, medical director of cardiac rehab at Sarasota Memorial, the study is open to qualifying patients whose symptoms cannot be controlled by current therapies

Thursday, July 20, 2023

Sarasota Memorial Recognized as Role Model for Best Practices and Life-Saving Care

Each year the American Heart Association recognizes hospitals as role models for best practices resulting in life-saving care. SMH is pleased to announce that both its Sarasota and Venice campus hospitals received awards with multiple honors in AHA’s 2023 annual review

Tuesday, July 11, 2023

Sarasota Memorial Celebrates Two Milestones in Maternity and Newborn Care

SMH-Sarasota has earned the Level III Maternal Care Verification from the Joint Commission and has renewed its Baby-Friendly Hospital designation. These two major milestones in maternity care reflect Sarasota Memorial’s commitment to provide the best possible care to mothers and babies in the community.

Thursday, July 6, 2023

Dr. Claw’s Handbook For Firework Safety: Ear Protection Edition

While fireworks are wonderful to look at, that big thumping bang can be louder than an ambulance siren in your ear and can cause serious permanent damage. Here are some simple Rules of Thumb to protect your hearing this Independence Day weekend.

Friday, June 30, 2023