'Life Changing' Solution for Enlarged Prostate

Enlarged prostate is most common prostate problem among men over 50, and nearly 90% of those age 70 to 89 suffer related symptoms. For Sarasota Memorial patient Steve Kliff, those symptoms led to prolonged sleep deprivation and a drop in his quality of life. But Interventional Radiologist Justin Lee, MD, and a minimally invasive, outpatient procedure called PAE (prostate artery embolization) changed all that.

Wednesday, June 24, 2020

Alzheimer’s Disease: Plaque, Tangles & Prevention

More than 5 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, which kills more people in the U.S. than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined. But what causes it and how can we reduce our risk of developing Alzheimer’s? Sarasota Memorial neurologist Alan Grindal, MD, offers his insights in this blog post.

Tuesday, June 16, 2020

Fall Prevention Amid COVID-19

Falls are the most common cause of traumatic brain injury and the main cause of death and disability in our senior population. But falls are preventable, not inevitable. Follow these tips from trauma nurse Susan Williams, RN, for a safe, smart, step-by-step approach to fall prevention in the age of novel coronavirus and COVID-19.

Monday, June 8, 2020

Kawasaki & MIS-C: What Parents Need to Know

Kawasaki Disease started popping up in headlines and newsfeeds last month after clusters of children became sick with Kawasaki-like symptoms after having COVID-19 or being exposed to someone infected with COVID-19. First Physicians Group Pediatrician Jose Tavarez, MD, explains the condition, “Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children,” and the red-flag symptoms parents should look for.

Tuesday, June 2, 2020

DIY First-aid: What You Need & When to Use It

Maintaining a fully stocked first-aid kit is a must for every household — as is knowing when to treat at home, when to head to an urgent care center and when to call 9-1-1. We reached out to Sarasota Memorial’s Trauma Services Injury Prevention Coordinator Susan Williams, RN, BSN, and pediatric hospitalist Jessie L. Hoang, MD, for their take on what a first-aid/emergency kit should include. Check out their recommendations.

Thursday, April 23, 2020