Jellison Cancer Institute Appoints Chief of Surgical Oncology

As Sarasota Memorial prepares to open its new oncology tower next month, its Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute has appointed a leading GI oncologist to serve as its chief of surgical oncology: Kenneth Meredith, MD, a world leader in robotic surgery and the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers.

Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Help Stop Drug Abuse, Overdose Deaths

In 2020, fatal overdoses of prescription and illicit drugs reached a record high, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. You can help reverse this disturbing trend and public health crisis by keeping your medications out of a potential abuser’s hands. Find out how.

Tuesday, October 12, 2021

CHIME Names SMH One of World’s ‘Most Wired’ Hospitals

Sarasota Memorial Hospital has been recognized among the world’s “Most Wired” hospitals in 2021. Of 2,286 acute-care facilities participating nationwide, SMH was among the 5 Florida hospitals and fewer than 100 to achieve the highest certification.

Wednesday, October 6, 2021

Dementia, Caregiving & Communicating

As Alzheimer’s disease or related dementia progresses, communication becomes more and more challenging. What can caregivers do to improve communication and be more understanding of the dementia experience? Sarasota Memorial Geriatrics Program Coordinator Tanya Hofmann offers guidance.

Tuesday, October 5, 2021

Sarasota Memorial Appoints New Leaders

As Sarasota Memorial continues its evolution into a regional health system with multiple campuses and facilities, we are pleased to announce that Critical Care Pulmonologist Joseph Seaman, MD, and Obstetrician-gynecologist Kyle Garner, MD, have been named associate chief medical officers for the SMH-Sarasota and SMH-Venice campuses, respectively.

Monday, October 4, 2021