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SMH-Sarasota HealthConnection: How to Communicate with Your Doctor for Optimal Care

Monday, January 19, 2026

Event date: 2/26/2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Export event

Location: 1700 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239 – HealthConnection is located near the B elevators and across from the Gift Shop

Registration: (941) 917-7011 or email Health-Connection@smh.com    RSVP is Required as seating is limited

Join Sarasota Memorial’s physicians and healthcare professionals in HealthConnection. Located on the hospital’s first floor, HealthConnection is a welcoming community space that offers informative health and wellness events.     

 How to Communicate with Your Doctor for Optimal Care

Do you ever leave a doctor’s visit wishing you would have asked more questions? Learn how to confidently communicate with your doctor and make the most of your medical appointments. This session will teach you how to prepare for medical visits, ask meaningful questions, and partner with your healthcare provider in shared decision-making.

All HealthConnection events are free and open to the public. RSVP is Required, as seating is limited.