Dr. Claw’s Handbook for Firework Safety: Ear Protection Edition

While fireworks are wonderful to look at, that big thumping bang can be louder than an emergency siren and cause permanent damage to unprotected ears. Here are some simple Rules of Thumb to protect your hearing this Independence Day weekend.

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

SMH Orthopedic Team Using Mixed Reality Technology to Optimize Hip Replacement Surgery

SMH and Dr. Stolarksi are pioneering a new mixed reality surgical system that overlays 3D holograms of a patient's pelvis onto the hip during surgery. Cleared by the FDA in 2024, HipInsight’s 2.0 is the latest intra-operative guidance system developed to help orthopedic surgeons customize hip implant placement, verify accuracy during surgery, and anticipate and safeguard against potential complications.

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

SMH Recognized for Ongoing Excellence in Heart Valve Repair and Reconstruction

Recognition as a Mitral Valve Repair Reference Center from the Mitral Foundation shows commitment to best practices, high-quality care for degenerative mitral valve surgery

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

5 Reasons Why: Never Skip Yearly Physicals

As school starts and schedules get busier and busier, don’t forget to make the time for your child’s annual check-up. From toddler to teenager, the yearly doctor visit is an important part of monitoring your child’s growth and development—and keeping them healthy in the long-term.

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Newer Brain Scans Helping Doctors Detect, Treat Different Types of Dementia Earlier

For a person dealing with dementia or cognitive impairment, specialized brain imaging used at Sarasota Memorial can help detect different types of dementia and lead to more targeted treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s dementia and other causes of cognitive decline.

Thursday, June 19, 2025