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HSS at NCH nears completion, bringing world-class orthopedic care to Naples

NCH’s new orthopedic facility at the North Campus in Naples, developed in partnership with the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), is nearing completion and set to open in May 2025. The 80,000-square-foot, $120 million facility will offer comprehensive orthopedic care, including a surgery center, rehabilitation center, and 15 private overnight rooms. HSS, ranked No. 1 […]

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Celebrating life at NCH Neonatal Intensive Care Unit reunion

The NCH NICU recently hosted a heartwarming reunion for former patients and their families. The event allowed families to reconnect with the doctors, nurses, and staff who cared for their fragile newborns during their time in the NICU. Dr. Bridget Buzzella, NICU medical director, described the emotional journey from fear and stress to confidence and

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Naples Man Triumphs Over Cancer, Celebrates with Community

Jace Yawnick’s battle against cancer turned into a story of survival and hope. After a persistent cough led to an X-ray, doctors discovered two fluid-filled masses pressing on his heart. Yawnick endured nearly a year of 100-hour chemotherapy sessions every 14 days, determined to one day ring the bell marking the end of his treatment

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New NCH technology to destroy tumors

NCH is the first hospital in Florida to introduce the Aliya System, an innovative pulsed electric field technology that destroys tumors using energy bursts rather than heat or cold. This groundbreaking treatment offers a safer alternative, particularly for tumors near sensitive tissues, and is already being used for lung cancer patients with multiple tumors. As

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Sydney’s Santa Ride brings gifts and joy to children in the hospital

The ninth annual Sydney’s Santa Ride at NCH brought Christmas joy to children in the hospital, honoring the memory of Sydney, who passed away from leukemia at age seven. Inspired by Sydney’s experience and the generosity of hospital staff who provided toys for young patients, Corporal JJ Snyder and the Collier County Sheriff’s Office began

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NCH offers new process to improve blood flow

The Rooney Heart Institute at NCH is the first in Florida to offer a groundbreaking solution for patients experiencing in-stent restenosis, a condition where scar tissue or plaque causes previously placed stents to narrow again, leading to recurring symptoms. After enduring multiple procedures and persistent issues, patient Richard Parent found relief with a new drug-coated

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NCH expanding cancer services in Southwest Florida

NCH is expanding cancer services in Southwest Florida through a partnership with Northwestern Medicine to provide world-class treatment close to home. Currently, around 40% of Collier County cancer patients seek care outside the region, a trend NCH CEO Paul Hiltz aims to reverse. “This collaboration and the generous support we’ve received will allow more people

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NCH announces cancer services collaboration with Northwestern Medicine

Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) is expanding its oncology services through a new partnership with Northwestern Medicine, one of the nation’s leading cancer facilities. This collaboration, announced on October 28, grants NCH access to Northwestern’s oncology expertise, second-opinion referrals, and advanced clinical trials. NCH CEO Paul Hiltz highlighted that nearly 40% of Collier County cancer patients

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Advanced breast cancer screening at NCH

NCH’s Proscan Women’s Imaging Center plays a vital role in Breast Cancer Awareness Month by providing advanced imaging technologies for early detection of breast cancer. Dr. Sergio Dromi emphasizes that innovations like 3D mammography and specialized MRIs enhance the accuracy of screenings, allowing for earlier diagnosis and less aggressive treatments. The center’s commitment to empowering

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Local man airlifted to NCH for emergency surgery before Hurricane Helene

Hurricane or not, medical emergencies do not wait. A Lee County man learned that after being airlifted before Hurricane Helene to get life-or-death treatment at NCH in Naples. “He was having an elective procedure done to his arteries, to his legs and during the process, he was unlucky enough to have a heart attack during

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