September 2011
Sarasota Memorial and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida (BCBSF) have expanded their insurance agreement, making Sarasota Memorial’s three urgent care centers an in-network option for members effective Sept. 15, 2011. The expanded agreement builds off the existing inpatient, outpatient and physician services that Sarasota Memorial has been providing to BCBSF members living in Sarasota and the surrounding region for almost 20 years, and adds a valuable new service for those who want to avoid the higher cost of an emergency care.
For locations or more information about Sarasota Memorial’s urgent care centers, visit smh.com/urgentcare or call our HealthLine at (941) 917-7777.
Sarasota/Manatee Heart Walk
The local chapter of the American Heart Association will host its annual Heart Walk at 9 am Sept. 24 at Payne Park, 2050 Adams Lane, Sarasota. Activities begin at 7:30 am. Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome! If you are interested in joining Sarasota Memorial’s team, call Jeanne Bonsall at (941) 917-2399, or visit AHA’s website: sarasotamanateeheartwalk.org
Back to Top
The Digital Dilemma – What’s a Parent to Do?
Forty Carrots Family Center will host its 9th annual free community education event on Monday, Sept. 26, at the Hyatt Regency Sarasota, 1000 Blvd of the Arts. This year’s speaker is Harvard professor, pediatrician and director of the Center on Media and Child Health, Michael Rich, MD, who will present practical & science-based solutions to help manage your family’s media concerns in a rapidly evolving technological age. Two presentations will be held (5:30 pm – focus on children birth to 11 yrs; and 7:30 pm – focus on youth 12-18). The event is sponsored in part by Sarasota Memorial and endorsed by the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County. Seating is limited. Please RSVP: fortycarrots.org or call (941) 365-7716.
Back to Top
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
This year’s 2-mile walk takes place Saturday, Oct. 1, at Payne Park, Sarasota. Pre-walk activities begin at 8 am, with the walk beginning at 9 am. Strollers and friendly dogs (on leashes) are welcome. Information: (941) 365-8883 or mcclatchyk@alzflgulf.org
Back to Top
School Sports Physicals - Just $20
Sarasota Memorial is offering $20 school sports physicals at its three urgent care centers through Oct. 31: Heritage Harbour, 1040 River Heritage Blvd., Bradenton (941-917-6440), University Parkway, 2401 University Parkway (941-917-1234) and Stickney Point, 6331 S. Tamiami Trail (941-917-5678). No appointments necessary.
Back to Top
Florida Brain Tumor Association
Starting this month, meetings of the FBTA will take place 6:30-8 pm the second Tuesday of each month at Sarasota Memorial’s Institute for Advanced Medicine, 5880 Rand Blvd., Sarasota. The support group is free, professionally facilitated, and open to the community. The group offers support and information to survivors, caregivers, friends and families of brain tumor patients to help them cope with challenges associated with the condition. For information, email: sposin@FBTA.info
Back to Top
Understanding Memory Loss
Learn how memory works, what changes normally occur as we age and things you can do to maintain a healthy brain. Sarasota Memorial’s Memory Disorder Clinic provides free monthly screenings for memory disorders and free informative group presentations. Information: (941) 917-7197.
Back to Top
Have you had an experience with Sarasota Memorial that you’d like to share with others?
Share Your Story
Follow Us on Our Social Media Sites
