The holiday season is full of cheer, but it can also put extra stress on your heart. Naples Comprehensive Health warns about “holiday heart syndrome,” caused by overindulging in food and alcohol, stress, and overexertion. Simple steps like drinking moderately, eating before parties, staying hydrated, tracking medications, and managing stress can help keep your heart […]
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Every Wednesday, Rufus, a 6-year-old therapy dog, and his owner Molly Webb visit NCH Downtown Baker Hospital in Naples, bringing comfort to patients, families, and staff. From gentle pets to cheerful walks through the halls, Rufus helps ease stress and lift spirits throughout the hospital. His weekly visits are a reminder of the healing power
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Naples, FL., December 3, 2025 – The NCH Rooney Heart Institute has installed the Siemens NAEOTOM Alpha.Peak photon-counting CT scanner, bringing one of the most advanced cardiac imaging technologies in the world to Southwest Florida and placing NCH among a select group of U.S. centers offering next-generation CT imaging. The FDA-cleared NAEOTOM Alpha.Peak scanner is
Naples, FL., December 2, 2025 – Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) announced that its new Gynecologic Oncology program now offers HIPEC (hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy), bringing one of the nation’s most advanced and specialized cancer therapies to Collier County. The treatment is usually only available at select cancer centers, but with the first successful case performed by
The NCH Rooney Heart Institute is emerging as a national leader in cardiovascular care, driven by major investments in innovation and an expanding team of world-renowned surgeons. With the arrival of pioneering cardiac surgeon Dr. Joseph Lamelas—creator of the groundbreaking “Miami Method”—NCH continues to elevate minimally invasive heart care for the Southwest Florida community. Explore
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The NCH Rooney Heart Institute is leading the way in cardiovascular innovation, becoming the first in Florida to use the Shockwave C2 AERO™ catheter to treat calcified coronary artery disease. This cutting-edge technology gently breaks up calcium buildup in arteries, making procedures safer, faster, and more effective for patients. Read the full article -> NCH
NCH has opened a modern two-story, 24,000-square-foot urgent care center on Marco Island, replacing a 40-year-old facility. The Pat and Scot Kaufman Healthcare Center features 12 private exam rooms, advanced imaging including CT and X-ray, and expanded services such as IV infusions and point-of-care testing. With extended hours from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. daily,
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NCH Rooney Heart Institute is pioneering a new era in preventive cardiology with the deployment of CaRi-Plaque and CaRi-Heart, AI-powered imaging technologies from Caristo Diagnostics. Combined with the state-of-the-art Siemens Naeotom Alpha photon-counting CT scanner, this breakthrough allows cardiologists to detect inflammation in blood vessels—an early marker of heart disease—up to 10 years before symptoms
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Nearly 70 years ago, grassroots generosity laid the foundation for healthcare in Collier County—a tradition that continues today through Naples Comprehensive Health. From the Mackle brothers’ early vision to the opening of the new Urgent Care at the Pat and Scot Kaufman Healthcare Center, Marco Island’s story is one of progress powered by philanthropy. With
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Home Dear NCH Wellness Member, At NCH, we are committed to helping you live your healthiest life, and we’re grateful that you’ve chosen the NCH Wellness Center to be part of your journey. Every visit, every workout, and every step you take toward better health helps strengthen the well-being of our entire community. You’re taking
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