Up to half of heart surgery patients develop atrial fibrillation (AFib) following heart surgery, a common complication that increases their risk of stroke, heart failure and quality of life. Sarasota Memorial is working to address that challenge, joining 75 research sites in the U.S. and abroad testing a proactive surgical approach designed to prevent AFib from impacting patients after surgery.
Endometriosis is a chronic disease affecting roughly 1 in 10 women, causing symptoms that range from mild discomfort to severe pain and even infertility. Invasive and difficult to diagnose, endometriosis has long been a troubling disease for both patients and physicians.
A newly released report shows 75% of lung cancers in an innovative early detection program at Sarasota Memorial are being diagnosed at the earliest, most treatable stages (I and II) -- greatly surpassing state and national averages.
Each year, more than 100,000 survivors of sexual assault or rape will seek care in an emergency department. Despite this fact, there remains a severe shortage of sexual assault nurse examiners. Sarasota Memorial’s forensic program has more than 40, and they’ve been caring for patients in Sarasota County since 2015.
A lighter twist on a holiday favorite — these deviled eggs deliver all the flavor with a fresh, protein-packed upgrade. Made with Greek yogurt for a creamy, more nourishing spin. Recipe courtesy of the SMH RENEW Program team!
