Construction to begin on new SMH Cancer Pavilion

Just 6 months after opening a new oncology tower for hospitalized cancer patients, Sarasota Memorial advances plans for a new cancer pavilion offering comprehensive outpatient services under one roof.

Wednesday, May 18, 2022

Awesome News, Baby!

After 7 months of chemotherapy, legendary ESPN broadcaster Dick Vitale is in remission. Flanked by his doctors and nurses and buoyed by the good news, the college basketball announcer rang the victory bell in a special ceremony at Sarasota Memorial Hospital’s Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute.

Friday, April 15, 2022

Prominent Colon and Rectal Robotic Surgeon Joins SMH First Physicians Group

In a continuing effort to recruit new physicians and fill the gaps in primary and specialty care in our community, Sarasota Memorial is pleased to welcome a new, triple board-certified and fellowship-trained colon and rectal robotic surgeon to the Suncoast

Wednesday, March 2, 2022

Jellison Cancer Institute Appoints Chief of Surgical Oncology

As Sarasota Memorial prepares to open its new oncology tower next month, its Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute has appointed a leading GI oncologist to serve as its chief of surgical oncology: Kenneth Meredith, MD, a world leader in robotic surgery and the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers.

Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Surface Guided Radiation Safer for Breast Cancer Patients

Radiation can be a powerful treatment for breast cancer, but because it is so close to the heart and lungs, radiation oncology specialists at Sarasota Memorial’s Radiation Oncology Center are using advanced technology to make sure the treatment does not lead to other health issues in the future. Called Surface Guided Radiation Therapy (SGRT), the technology can be used to treat nearly every cancer type, but is especially useful when treating patients with breast cancer.

Monday, September 20, 2021