As American Heart Month comes to a close this week, Sarasota Memorial’s cardiac team is spotlighting the progress made – the rate of people dying from heart attacks has dropped nearly 90% – but also the work that remains: Despite decades of innovation, heart disease remains the #1 killer of both men and women, but now with arrhythmias, hypertension and heart failure making up the larger share of heart-related deaths.
Monday, February 23, 2026
Medical experts agree: Routine colorectal cancer screening should begin at age 45, not age 50 as guidelines previously advised. Sarasota Memorial gastroenterologist Stephen Kucera, MD, explains why and details screening options in this post.
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
An innovative study at Sarasota Memorial Hospital has found that interactive robotic pets can help hospitalized patients with dementia feel safer, more engaged and improve clinical outcomes. One of the first studies of its kind conducted in a hospital setting, the results highlight the value of using innovative, non-pharmacologic strategies to support dementia care.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
It killed Albert Einstein and Charles de Gaulle, Lucille Ball and John Ritter. And every year, it claims nearly 200,000 more without symptoms or warning. But at Sarasota Memorial, surgeons are saving lives with a homegrown new approach.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System CIO Pamela Ramhofer was one of six leading CIOs in Florida to receive a prestigious ORBIE award for leadership, innovation and industry impact at a statewide ceremony this month.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026