Sarasota Memorial Healthcasts

No matter the sleep disorder a person may be experiencing, getting an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment is essential, as quality sleep plays a critical role in overall health. Rabih Loutfi, MD, Medical Director of Sarasota Memorial’s Sleep Disorder Center, explains how sleep impacts overall well-being and highlights the comprehensive diagnostic services available to identify and treat sleep disorders. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Endometriosis can be incredibly painful, and while it doesn't have a cure, it can be managed with hormone therapy or surgery. Gynecologist Kyle Garner, MD, discusses misconceptions about endometriosis, and what patients can do to advocate for themselves. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Concussions are actually a type of traumatic brain injuries, and should be treated as such. Casey Howell, RN, SMH's Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator, explains the signs and symptoms of concussions, and why people often aren't treating them appropriately. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Diagnosing hypertension, known as a "silent killer," is incredibly important. Interventional cardiologists Ricardo Yaryura, MD, Jeffrey Rossi, MD and Daniel Molloy, MD, explain the diagnosis, traditional treatments and a newer option for uncontrolled blood pressure. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS) is one of the techniques used by cardiac surgeons to repair or replace valves, including the mitral valve. While the procedure has a shorter recovery time than the traditional sternotomy, it is still an open heart operation, and not the same as the minimally invasive techniques used by interventional cardiologists. SMH Chief of Cardiovascular Surgery Jonathan Hoffberger, DO, explains the different options, and how the heart team approach helps to pair the right patient with the right procedure. You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here. For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Simulation has transformed the way healthcare providers learn, practice and deliver care. Jessica DePaulo, DNP, RN, the Advance Practice Program Coordinator for Simulation in the Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute discusses the critical role simulation plays in medical training at SMH, and how immersive learning environments are improving patient safety, building confidence, strengthening communication and shaping the future of healthcare education.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

When battling illness or injury, and looking to get help as soon as possible, it can be difficult for people to decide if they need an emergency room for care, or can go to the nearest urgent care center. Emergency medicine physician and medical director of the SMH ER at Lakewood Ranch, Tara Wendt, MD, is breaking down the difference between the options, and how you can make that decision.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Cancer is among the leading causes of death among firefighters. By reducing firefighters’ exposure risks, encouraging regular cancer screenings and providing education, navigation and support, the Firefighters Cancer Collaborative aims to change that and save more lives. Richard Brown, MD, Medical Director for the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at SMH, and Town of Longboat Key Fire Chief Paul Dezzi, explain the collaborative's mission and discuss the successes so far.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

While the word "trauma" is often thrown around flippantly, it has big meaning when it comes to mental health. Stephanie Iacopelli, LMHC, Manager of Behavioral Health Services for the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion at Sarasota Memorial, explains what trauma really is and how it can be treated.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Senior mental health deserves real attention—and real conversations. In this continuation of the behavioral health mini-series, Jacqueline Carlson, MSN, APRN, Director of Nursing at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion discusses the emotional, psychological, and social well-being of older adults, and what challenges are most commonly faced by this patient population.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

External stressors can have a major impact on mental health. David Stone, LMHC, Clinical Supervisor of the SMH Behavioral Health Intervention Team, discusses what trends are being seen at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion, and how current events can impact patients and families.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Because young people go through a variety of hormonal and developmental changes, it can be difficult to spot mental health challenges. For the first episode of a HealthCasts behavioral health mini-series, Conor Malloy, MD, shares insights from his work at the Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion at SMH with teens and families. He discusses the growing challenges young people face in an age of social media and constant pressure, and offers practical advice for parents and caregivers.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Sarasota Memorial’s RENEW program highlights how balanced nutrition and regular fitness are essential pillars for achieving long-term health and wellness goals. Mikka Ipri, RDN, and Kara Saunders discuss how expert guidance and sustainable lifestyle changes can make a lasting impact on overall well-being. Visit smhrenew.com to learn more about the program.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Whether a patient is undergoing a mastectomy due to breast cancer or as a preventive measure, understanding their options is an important part of the journey. Plastic surgeon Jerette Schultz, MD, discusses the different types of breast reconstruction, and helping patients at Sarasota Memorial's Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute make informed decisions.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) impacts many men at some point as they age. Ramsay Kuo, MD, discusses why treatment is so important, and the growing number of options men have to improve quality of life and prevent irreversible bladder damage.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

At Sarasota Memorial, the multi-disciplinary cancer care team provides prostate screening and diagnostic biopsy services, along with comprehensive care. Kunal Saigal, MD, Medical Director of Radiation Oncology at the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute, discusses the latest advancements in prostate cancer treatment, including the use of Pluvicto.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

From heartburn and IBS to more serious gastrointestinal issues like IBD and GERD, First Physicians Group gastroenterologist Mark Radetic, MD, breaks down symptoms, causes, and the latest treatment options.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Pediatric asthma is the leading cause of emergency room visits and hospitalizations in children. SMH First Physicians Group pediatrician Azima Khan, MD, discusses how asthma is diagnosed in children, how it's treated, and why it's vitally important that families are educated about asthma.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

Congenital heart defects are the most common birth defects, affecting nearly 1 in 100 babies. Jeffrey Sell, MD, Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Sarasota Memorial, explains how these conditions are diagnosed, treated, and managed across a patient’s lifetime.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.

A national shortage of providers for pregnant patients is cause for concern, but Sarasota Memorial is joining a team of partners helping to address this complex issue. Abby Olsen, RN, Director of Women's and Children's Services at SMH, discusses the Pregnancy Care Team and how this initiative is helping patients get the prenatal care they need.You can also watch the video recording on our Vimeo channel here.For more health tips & news you can use from experts you trust, sign up for Sarasota Memorial’s monthly digital newsletter, Healthe-Matters.