Sarasota Memorial HealthCasts

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 strategies. You can also watch the video recording on o...

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 from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memo...

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 on our Vimeo channel here . For more health tips &...

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 for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newslette...

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 watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here ....

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 experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s mont...

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 important. You can also watch the video recording on ou...

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 impacting the community in a positive way. You can...

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 channel here . For more health tips & news you can us...

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 use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota...

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 YouTube channel here . For more health tips & news you...

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 recording on our YouTube channel here . For more health...

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 you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthl...

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 patients. You can also watch the video recording on our Y...

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 community to recover both mentally and physically. Y...

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 recording on our YouTube channel here . For more health...

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 the video recording on our YouTube channel here . F...

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 here . For more health tips & news you can use from e...

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 & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up...

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 here . For more health tips & news you can use from e...

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 recording on our YouTube channel here . For more he...

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 health tips & news you can use from experts you tru...

Weight loss can be of huge importance for overall health, and as many think about New Year's resolutions to get healthy, Roni Marino, PA-C, shares more information about the medical weight loss clinic at Sarasota Memorial and why it's so successful for many patients. You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here . For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust,...

About one in every 60 men, and one in every 140 women is at risk of a HPV-related mouth and throat cancer, but that number could be on the rise if we aren't careful because of how common HPV is. Peter Vosler, MD, a head and neck cancer and microvascular surgeon with First Physician's Group discusses these rare cancers and their prevention and treatment. You can also watch the video recording on ou...

Every individual has a 4% lifetime risk of developing colon cancer regardless of age, gender, lifestyle, etc. Colonoscopies give physicians and patients the opportunity to prevent cancer, or detect it early enough for better outcomes with treatment. Stephen Kucera, MD, discusses the newer guidelines for colonoscopy screenings. You can also watch the video recording on our YouTube channel here . Fo...