SMH research study enrolling patients with advanced skin cancer

Sarasota Memorial’s Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute is part of an international clinical trial that may provide a new treatment option for those with advanced stage squamous cell skin cancer, one of the most common types of skin cancer, often found in areas exposed to the sun, such as the head, neck and arms. The Phase III study is evaluating whether adding an immunotherapy drug before surgery results in better outcomes, especially for those with fast-growing lesions that have a higher rate of recurrence or spreading to other parts of the body.

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Despite 90% Drop in Heart Attack Deaths, Heart Disease Remains # Killer

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

Innovative Trial Using Robotic Pets Enhances Dementia Care, Patient Outcomes at SMH

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

Sarasota Memorial CIO Pam Ramhofer Receives Florida’s Prestigious ORBIE Award

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

Sarasota Memorial Ranked Among Forbes’ “America’s Best Large Employers”

Sarasota Memorial is pleased to share that it has once again been ranked among “America’s Best Employers” by Forbes/Statista.

Tuesday, February 10, 2026