SMH Welcomes the First Baby of 2021

Sarasota Memorial celebrated the start of a new year, welcoming the first baby of 2021 at 1:39 a.m. on Jan. 1. Born to new parents Jordan Sawmiller and Quay Mays from Bradenton, Fla., New Year Baby Messiah Mays entered the world at 7 pounds, 12 ounces.

Friday, January 1, 2021

SMH Begins COVID-19 Vaccinations for Staff

After receiving 9,600 doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine this morning, Sarasota Memorial Hospital began vaccinating its healthcare workers by mid-day, and by 4 pm, more than 400 team members had received the vaccine, designed to prevent COVID-19 infection.

Tuesday, December 22, 2020

New GYN Cancer Specialist Joins FPG Team

Sarasota Memorial recently welcomed a new gynecologic oncologist to its First Physicians Group’s network of medical specialists. Beverly Long, MD, is now treating patients at the FPG Gynecologic Oncology Practice (1888 Hillview St., Sarasota).

Friday, December 18, 2020

SMH 1st in Region to Earn TAVR Certification from ACC

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Sarasota Memorial and its Structural Heart Team for expertise in TAVR (transcatheter valve replacement procedures ). According to the ACC, Sarasota Memorial is the first hospital in Southwest Florida to be awarded Transcatheter Valve Certification.

Thursday, December 17, 2020

SMH Continues Straight-A Streak in Fall 2020 Hospital Safety Report Card

Sarasota Memorial Hospital again earned an A for patient safety in The Leapfrog Group's Fall 2020 hospital report cards report.

Monday, December 14, 2020