A Brief History of Anesthesiology

Perhaps the biggest miracle of modern surgery is that you get to sleep through it. This wasn’t always the case. Let’s look back at this winding path of weird ideas and medical invention—and be glad we’ve come so far.

Tuesday, January 7, 2025

SMH Expands Emergency Care in Rapidly Growing Lakewood Ranch

Sarasota Memorial is pleased to announce that its new ER at Lakewood Ranch opened today. It is a full-service ER that will be staffed 24/7 year-round by SMH’s board-certified emergency medicine physicians.

Tuesday, January 7, 2025

SMH Kicks Off Centennial Year

While the New Year is typically a time to look forward with hope and optimism, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is encouraging community members to step back in time and reflect on the hospital’s storied history.

Monday, January 6, 2025

SMH Welcomes First Baby of 2025

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System welcomed its first baby of 2025 early Wednesday morning and 17 total babies born during a Rockin’ New Year’s Eve

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

What The Grinch Can Teach Us About Heart Health

In the cartoon world of Dr. Seuss, a heart suddenly growing three sizes in a day might be cause for celebration. But in this world, it’s a serious medical condition—and if Mr. Grinch is going to be around to steal next year’s Christmas, he’ll have to get proactive about his heart health.

Monday, December 23, 2024