Monoclonal Antibody Therapy for High Risk COVID-19 Outpatients

Monoclonal Antibody Therapy for High Risk COVID-19 Outpatients

Sarasota Memorial is among a number of hospitals that have been allocated a limited supply of monoclonal antibody therapy for non-hospitalized patients who have been diagnosed with a mild-to-moderate case of COVID-19 and have a high risk for severe disease or hospitalization. SMH has received a limited supply of the Eli Lilly drug (bamlanivimab) and expects to receive shipments of Regeneron’s experimental antibody treatment (a combination of casirivimab and imdevimab), in the coming weeks/months, as supplies are available.

Thursday, December 3, 2020
Giving Thanks is Good Medicine

Giving Thanks is Good Medicine

While it can be hard to feel grateful — especially amid a pandemic, an economic downturn and the other curveballs 2020 has thrown at us — it’s more important than ever that we make time for gratitude and that we actively appreciate what brightens our days. Use these gratitude shortcuts to squeeze a little thanks-giving into your everyday.

Tuesday, November 24, 2020
Sarasota Memorial CEO Named Chair of Safety Net Hospital Alliance Board

Sarasota Memorial CEO Named Chair of Safety Net Hospital Alliance Board

David Verinder, president and CEO of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, has been named chair of the Safety Net Hospital Alliance of Florida’s board of directors. The alliance advocates for the state’s 14 flagship safety net health care systems, which play a crucial role in caring for Florida’s most vulnerable citizens.

Monday, November 23, 2020
Hospital Board Installs 2020-2021 Officers

Hospital Board Installs 2020-2021 Officers

The Sarasota County Public Hospital Board, which governs Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, installed its 2020-2021 slate of officers. Jim Meister, who has represented Seat 1 in the Northern District since 2015, was re-elected chairman. 

Wednesday, November 18, 2020
SMH Ranks Among America’s 50 Best Heart Hospitals

SMH Ranks Among America’s 50 Best Heart Hospitals

Watson Health today announced its 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals list, naming Sarasota Memorial among the top-performing U.S. hospitals for inpatient cardiovascular services. SMH was the only Suncoast hospital that made the 2021 list.

Tuesday, November 17, 2020
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