NCH in the News

Naples Comprehensive Health is constructing the $295 million R.M. Schulze Family Heart and Stroke Critical Care Center at its Baker Hospital campus. The five-story, 189,000-square-foot facility is expected to take approximately two years to complete, along with a new four-story parking garage featuring 375 spaces and an open-air top deck. Construction is well underway with […]

After a $20 million renovation, the NCH Marco Island Urgent Care is ready to welcome the community. The new 24,000-sq. ft. facility features 12 private exam rooms, advanced imaging including CAT scans and ultrasound, two negative pressure rooms, and expanded physician offices offering multiple specialties. Join us for the public open house on October 28

The Florida Hospital Association (FHA) has announced its 2025–2026 Board of Trustees, with Randy Haffner, Group President and CEO of AdventHealth Florida and Clinical, elected as Chair. The Board, composed of top healthcare executives statewide—including NCH President Paul Hiltz—will guide FHA’s mission to expand access to patient-centered, innovative care across Florida. Read the full article

Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) welcomes John Morrison to its Board of Trustees. A former Allina Health CEO and longtime Naple’s resident, Morrison brings deep expertise in healthcare leadership and community engagement. Together with his wife Susan, he has supported NCH initiatives including the Morrison Endowed Chair for the Wingard Stroke Institute. Read the full article

Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) recently shared three major milestones: the Rooney Heart Institute earned a Silver Level Achievement Award for outstanding cardiac care; the Hospital for Special Surgery at NCH introduced OrthoGrid AI technology for precise hip replacements; and a new Gynecologic Oncology Clinic opened on Vanderbilt Beach Road, bringing advanced cancer care closer to

Ankle pain can affect balance, mobility, and overall quality of life — and according to Diane Carroll, orthopedic physical therapist at the Hospital for Special Surgery at Naples Comprehensive Health, the key to addressing it lies in understanding where the pain originates. Carroll explains that most ankle pain stems from issues with stability, arch control,

Gulfshore Business recently reported that Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) plans to build a 150-bed hospital in Ave Maria, bringing much-needed medical services to eastern Collier County. The hospital will be developed on 18 acres donated by Barron Collier Companies and Ave Maria Development, with construction expected to begin within the next two years. The multi-phase

Southwest Florida is entering a new era of world-class heart care as the NCH Rooney Heart Institute continues to transform cardiovascular medicine in our region. With major investments in technology, talent, and innovation, NCH is building one of the nation’s most advanced heart programs — offering patients the highest level of care close to home.

Starting October 1, NCH will offer a dedicated division for gynecologic oncology, led by Dr. Edward Grendys, combining expert care with groundbreaking research. The division will also provide access to national clinical trials, so patients can receive cutting-edge treatments close to home. Visit our Gynecologic Oncology department Read the WGCU News article here: NCH to

Falls are a leading cause of injury for older adults, but NCH Marco Island is taking proactive steps to change that. The new Better Balance Program focuses on awareness, prevention, and therapies designed to keep patients steady and safe. With a team of physical, occupational, and speech therapists, the program offers personalized care to address