Get expert health and wellness tips, discover the latest medical advances and learn about the health issues impacting our community with HealthCasts podcast, featuring Sarasota Memorial’s award-winning physicians and experienced healthcare professionals. Subscribe, so you never miss an episode, or watch the video versions on our YouTube channel, @SMHCS. Sarasota Memorial is one of the largest public health systems in Florida. Its flagship 897-bed hospital in Sarasota, Fla., has been consiste ...
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Managing Your Medications | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 25
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It can be difficult, especially when transitioning from the hospital to home, to keep track of medications, especially when they're prescribed by more than one provider. Brett Lambert, PharmD, discusses the best ways patients can manage their meds mindfully, while also addressing concerns with prescribers and pharmacists. You can also watch the vid…
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Trauma Prevention and the Holiday Season | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 24
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While the holiday season is often a wonderful time to get together with family and friends, trauma centers like Sarasota Memorial see an uptick in emergencies as well. Casey Howell, RN, discusses what can be done to keep the holidays happy, healthy and safe for you and your loved ones this year. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo c…
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Preparing to Successfully Breastfeed - Maternity Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 23
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The breastfeeding journey can certainly be challenging, and it's important that parents prepare. In this final episode of the maternity mini-series, Leah Brown, RN, a lactation consultant at Sarasota Memorial, explains what can be done before baby is born to get ready, and the importance of finding all available local resources. You can also watch …
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Managing Blood Pressure and Blood Sugar - Maternity Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 22
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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. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more health tips & news…
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The Importance of Prenatal Care - Maternity Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 21
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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. You can also watch the video reco…
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Understanding Mammograms and Breast Health | Healthcasts Season 6, Episode 20
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Breast health services play a crucial role in the early detection and treatment of breast cancer. Diagnostic radiologist Jeffrey Wasserman, DO, discusses the various types of mammograms and additional tests that may be utilized for breast cancer detection in this informative episode from SMH HealthCasts' library. Check out other interviews with SMH…
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Stop the Bleed Training | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 19
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Saving a life can be as easy as taking a training class called "Stop the Bleed," giving someone facing a life-threatening trauma the important time until medical help can arrive. Sarasota Memorial's trauma prevention coordinator, Casey Howell, RN, discusses what the training entails and why it can be so vitally important. You can also watch the vid…
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Participating in Clinical Research | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 18
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There are many types of clinical research, and Sarasota Memorial has a robust program dedicated to such research. Kirk Voelker, MD, explains what patients can expect if they participate in drug and device trials, and what they should know before they sign up. Dr. Voelker also addresses the building of the new Kolschowsky Research and Education Inst…
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Anesthesia and Aging | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 17
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Depending on the type of procedure a patient needs, different kinds of anesthesia may be used to ensure that patient's safety and comfort. Matthew Waldron, MD, Department Chair and Medical Director of Anesthesiology at Sarasota Memorial discusses how age can also impact anesthesia, and what patients can do to prepare themselves for anesthetic as th…
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Changes in Healthcare Delivery and System Strategy | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 16
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In the nearly 100 years since Sarasota Memorial was founded, health care has changed quite a bit, as has the shape of the public healthcare system. Sarasota Memorial Health Care System CEO David Verinder discusses how the hospital has grown with the community and kept up with ever changing technology and patient needs You can also watch the video r…
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Fall and Trauma Prevention | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 15
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One in four older adults fall every year in the U.S., and millions of them require hospital treatment. Casey Howell, RN, Sarasota Memorial's trauma injury prevention coordinator explains why a fall risk assessment can provide some of the most helpful information for a person and their family. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo chan…
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Nutrition for Cardiac Patients - Dietitian Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 14
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Patients at risk of cardiac disease should be aware of how their diet can impact the disease process. Gemady Langfelder, RD, discusses what these patients can do to improve their health in this final part of the HealthCasts Dietitian series. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more health tips & news you can use fr…
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Nutrition for Pre-Diabetes - Dietitian Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 13
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For those diagnosed as pre-diabetic, there is an opportunity to reverse the health impacts. Laura McLeroy, RD, discusses the ways to improve health and prevent the onset of diabetes. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s month…
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Nutrition and Inflammation - Dietitian Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 12
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Inflammation is at the root of so many diseases, and your diet can greatly impact that inflammation. In the second part of a four-part dietitian series, Gemady Langfelder, RD, discusses how food and nutrition can impact inflammation, even eliminating it, and what you should look out for when shopping for foods. You can also watch the video recordin…
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Nutrition and Aging - Dietitian Series | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 11
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Malnutrition and dehydration are extremely common in the aging population, and Sarasota Memorial dietitian Laura McLeroy, RD, says it isn't talked about enough. In this first episode of a four part dietitian series, McLeroy discusses what nutrition information the aging population needs to be healthy. You can also watch the video recording on our V…
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SANE Nursing for Survivors | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 10
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More than half of women and almost one in three men suffer a sexual assault with violence in their lifetimes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Board-certified sexual assault nurse examiners (SANE) help these patients through every step of the process. Sarasota Memorial has a special program to ensure these SANE nurses ar…
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Injuries and Blood Thinners | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 9
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What might not seem like a traumatic injury, can sometimes be incredibly dangerous to people taking blood thinners. Casey Howell, RN, Sarasota Memorial's trauma injury prevention coordinator explains what people should be on the lookout for and how these injuries are treated. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For mor…
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Benefits of Delivering in a Hospital with a NICU | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 8
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There are many options for parents when deciding where to deliver their babies. Pam Beitlich, Executive Director of SMH Women and Children's Services explains the benefits of delivering in a hospital with a NICU, while also allowing parents choices for their birth plan You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more healt…
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Surgical Treatment for Sleep Apnea | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 7
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Patients with sleep apnea are often recommended lifestyle changes, and prescribed at CPAP for sleeping. However, what happens to patients who cannot tolerate the CPAP? Peter Vosler, MD, a head and neck surgeon at Sarasota Memorial discusses a surgical option for these patients. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For m…
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Multidisciplinary Cancer Care for Patients | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 6
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Ensuring patients receive the best possible care, multidisciplinary care conferences at Sarasota Memorial gather dozens of experts to review each patient's diagnosis and treatment plan. Richard Brown, MD, medical director for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute explains what exactly these "tumor boards" are, how they work, and why they improve p…
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Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 5
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Minimally invasive spine surgery isn't right for every patient but when it is used, these procedures are muscle sparing, and often have faster recovery time. Sasha Vaziri, MD, is a neurosurgeon in Sarasota trained in minimally invasive spine surgery, and discusses the advancements made to help patients have great outcomes. You can also watch the vi…
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Advancements in the Treatment of Heart Failure | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 4
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According to the CDC, about 6.2 million adults in the U.S. have heart failure. Thomas Archer, MD, a cardiologist in Sarasota, discusses what the diagnosis means, and how patients are treated. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memoria…
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Surgical Treatments for Shortness of Breath | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 3
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There are numerous causes for shortness of breath, but some require referral to a thoracic surgeon. Blair Marshall, MD, a thoracic surgeon at SMH, discusses what patients come to see her, and what their treatment options are. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more health tips & news you can use from experts you t…
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Swallowing and Speech Issues Related to Cancer | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 2
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Head and neck cancers can impact a patient's speech and swallowing, especially after their treatment. Speech-Language Pathologist Ashley Long is part of the team at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute helping these patients recover. She explains the most common problems for this patient population, and what their rehabilitation looks like. You c…
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Identifying and Treating Osteoporosis | HealthCasts Season 6, Episode 1
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Osteoporosis causes bones to become brittle, and can result in regular breaks and significant pain. Endocrinologist Angela Boldo, MD, explains how osteoporosis is diagnosed, how it's treated, and why some patients need to see a specialist. Check out other interviews with SMH experts at smh.com/podcast, and subscribe on your favorite streaming app. …
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Making Healthy New Year's Resolutions | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 26
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Many people make new year's resolutions which involve their health, but not everyone succeeds. HealthFit certified personal trainer Blanton Rowan explains what people can do to set realistic, attainable goals, and why finding a medically integrated fitness center new you could help! Visit smhfit.com to learn more about HealthFit, and check out othe…
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Stoke Risks and Available Treatments | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 25
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There are a number of risks for strokes, some modifiable. Advancements in treatment have saved countless lives. David Stone, MD, a vascular neurologist at Sarasota Memorial discusses what can be done to prevent strokes and what it means for SMH-Sarasota to be a recognized Comprehensive Stroke Center. You can also watch the video recording on our Vi…
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Lung Cancer Screenings and Early Detection | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 24
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There are many risk factors for lung cancer, and those who are high risk should speak to their doctor and consider lung cancer screening. Amie Miller, APRN, coordinates the lung cancer screening program at Sarasota Memorial, and discusses the importance of early detection. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more h…
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Holiday Blues vs. Depression | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 23
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The holiday blues are very normal, and often leave people feeling down during what they think should be the most wonderful time of the year. Terry Cassidy, the Executive Director of Behavioral Health Services at Sarasota Memorial, explains how to know the difference between the holiday blues or more severe depression, and provides some coping strat…
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Aortic Aneurysms and Treatment Options HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 22
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Aortic aneurysms are often referred to as "silent killers" and can be extremely dangerous, with few symptoms evident. Cardiovascular surgeon Kristen Walker, MD, discusses how they can be diagnosed and the treatment options currently available. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more health tips & news you can use …
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Understanding and Treating Hearing Loss | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 21
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Many people do not seek treatment for hearing loss and that can actually have negative impacts on mental health, according to Jack Wazen, MD, an otolaryngologist at Sarasota Memorial. However, in this episode of HealthCasts, he discusses the numerous treatment options available depending on a patient's needs. You can also watch the video recording …
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Lung Cancer Screening and Surgical Treatment | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 20
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M. Blair Marshall, MD is a thoracic surgeon at Sarasota Memorial, and discusses the need for more lung cancer screening, along with advances in surgical treatment for lung cancer, in this episode of HealthCasts. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up …
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Diabetes Prevention and Management | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 19
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In the US, approximately 37.3 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes, and 96 million more have pre-diabetes. Proper management can help prevent diabetes, and even reverse pre-diabetes. Linh Gordon, a certified diabetes care and education specialist at Sarasota Memorial, talks about the Diabetes Prevention Program at SMH. You can also watc…
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Diagnosing and Treating Epilepsy | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 18
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Brian Wolf, MD, is multi-board certified in both neurology and epilepsy. He sits down in this episode of HealthCasts to discuss how epilepsy is diagnosed and the advancements in treatment options to help patients live a normal life. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more health tips & news you can use from expert…
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Protecting Student Athletes On and Off the Field | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 17
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Cardiac Athletic Screening for Adolescents (CASA), put on by Sarasota Memorial and John's Hopkins All Children's Specialty Physicians, is an opportunity for parents to have their children evaluated for risk of sudden cardiac arrest, free of charge. Miranda Sturgeon, manager of cardiovascular diagnostics at SMH, explains why this program is so impor…
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Nurse-Driven Programs Impacting Patient Care | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 16
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SMH- Sarasota Campus was recently recognized as a Magnet designated hospital for the 5th time. Nurses at Sarasota Memorial work together to develop processes, procedures and programs to improve patient care and patient outcomes, which is part of the Magnet culture. Corinne Brown, one of the Magnet program directors at SMH discusses how nurses are i…
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New Childhood Obesity Guidelines and Prevention Strategies | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 15
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In 2023, the American Academy of Pediatrics released new guidelines related to childhood obesity. Pediatrician Susan Mihm, MD, discusses what's new, why these guidelines are significant, and what prevention strategies families can use to avoid childhood obesity and long-term health concerns. You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube cha…
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Summer Safety and Trauma Prevention | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 14
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While summer is an exciting time for kids, it can also be dangerous. Sarasota Memorial's Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator Casey Howell, RN, discusses some of the best ways parents can ensure their kids are safe and healthy during the summer. You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here. For more health tips & news you can …
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Neuro Rehab and Spasticity Management | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 13
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Neuro rehabilitation specifically helps patients who have suffered from an event like a stroke or other neurological injury. First Physicians Group Physiatrist Ryan Hafner, MD specializes in spasticity management, and explains why seeking Neuro rehab early can help patients get back to their lives. You can also watch the video recording on our YouT…
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Cardiac Rehab and Sternal Precautions | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 12
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Medical director of inpatient rehabilitation at Sarasota Memorial, Alexander Bajorek, MD, discusses the importance of cardiac rehab for patients in need, what that rehab looks like, and new sternal precautions that are having great results nationwide. Learn how and why SMH implemented "Keep Your Move in the Tube." You can also watch the video recor…
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Robotic Surgery and Smart Implants | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 11
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Edward Stolarski, MD, an orthopedic surgeon, performed the first robotic "smart" knee replacement in Florida at Sarasota Memorial in 2022. He has seen these "smart" implants help many of his patients, and explains how they work. You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here. For more health tips & news you can use from experts …
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Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 10
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Bariatric surgery is often referred to as "weight loss surgery" but it is so much more than that, and can have major impacts on other diseases. Joseph Chebli, MD, the medical director for metabolic and bariatric surgery at Sarasota Memorial, discusses the types of bariatric procedures used, and the why this can be a game changer for so many patient…
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Life After a Stroke and Resources Available | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 9
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It's important that someone suffering a stroke is treated quickly to save their lives. Sarasota Memorial is a comprehensive stroke center to provide the most advanced interventions for patients, and after surviving a stroke, Wanda Jackson, outpatient care coordinator at SMH, helps to connect patients and families with the resources needed in the co…
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Recruitment and Retention in Healthcare | HealthCasts Season 5, Episode 8
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The COVID-19 pandemic helped to shine a light on a nationwide shortage of healthcare workers, and also exacerbated it. Laurie Bennett, Vice President of Human Resources for Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, discusses what SMH is doing to recruit and retain top talent, and achieve top-quality care for patients. You can also watch the video recor…
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Improving Nursing Careers and Patient Outcomes | Healthcasts Season 5, Episode 7
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Amidst a nationwide shortage in healthcare workers, Sarasota Memorial is utilizing its nurse residency program to help with recruitment of new nurses, retention of those nurses, and improved professional development for them. Program coordinator Leah Robinson, DNP, says that ultimately, this also results in better patient care. You can also watch t…
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Minimally Invasive Colorectal Surgery | Healthcasts Season 5, Episode 6
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Treatment for colon and rectal cancer has vastly improved in the past decade or so, according the FPG Medical Director of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Samir Agarwal, MD. Learn more about the risks of colorectal cancers and the benefits of the new, minimally-invasive surgical techniques. You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel her…
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Complex Valve Disorders and Treatments | Healthcasts Season 5, Episode 5
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Interventional cardiologist Ricardo Yaryura, MD, discusses the structural heart clinic at SMH and the multi-disciplinary team dedicated to helping patients with complex valve disorders. He also focuses on procedures like TAVR, TMVR, and the WATCHMAN implant. You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here. For more health tips & …
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Child Development and Family Resources | Healthcasts Season 5, Ep. 4
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First 1,000 Days Suncoast helps families during pregnancy and their child’s first 1,000 days of life, when 80 percent of child brain development occurs. Chelsea Arnold, DNP, APRN, discusses the importance of collaboration amongst community partners for the best outcomes for families. You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel her…
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Resources for Parkinson's Patients and Caregivers | Healthcasts Season 5, Ep. 3
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While Parkinson's disease is a difficult diagnosis, there is still plenty of life to be lived for patient's and their caregivers. Wanda Jackson, the outpatient care coordinator at SMH, shares some of the many resources available in the Sarasota community, and discusses why helping these patients is so personal to her. You can also watch the video r…
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Diagnosing, Treating and Understanding ADHD | Healthcasts Season 5, Ep. 2
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Children diagnosed with ADHD have many pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic options for treatment, and it's important their parents and caregivers understand the diagnosis. Pediatrician Azima Khan, MD, explains how ADHD is diagnosed and what it really means for families. You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here. For more he…
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