NCH in the News

NCH has become the first in the U.S. to perform a new catheter-based mitral valve replacement procedure, offering a less invasive option for high-risk heart patients. Using the FDA-approved SAPIEN M3 valve, NCH doctors replaced a failing mitral valve through a catheter inserted in the groin, avoiding open-heart surgery. The procedure provided a faster recovery

Una paciente puertorriqueña fue sometida en NCH a una compleja reconstrucción del corazón mediante una pequeña incisión, un procedimiento que permite reducir el trauma y acelerar la recuperación. Read the full article → Cirugía cardíaca menos invasiva transforma recuperación en Naples

After receiving a double lung transplant in 2024, Naples resident Oscar Escobar has dedicated his second chance at life to supporting others living with chronic lung disease. Diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis, Escobar spent four years waiting for a transplant while participating in pulmonary rehabilitation. Today, he helps lead the Naples Pulmonary Rehab Club at NCH,

NCH physician Dr. Adrian Zamora encourages parents to introduce eggs and peanuts to infants earlier, reflecting updated guidance aimed at reducing food allergies. Research shows that early introduction may lower the risk of developing allergies, while children at higher risk should consult their doctor before trying these foods. Read the full article → NCH physician urges

NCH surgeons are pioneering the use of a single-port robotic system for complex hernia repairs. The technology allows surgeons to perform procedures through one small incision, potentially reducing pain, infection risk, and recovery time. NCH is among the first hospitals in the country to offer the technology, which is also approved for several other procedures.

The Artemis Circle, a group of 12 women community leaders, was created to advocate for and support the Van Domelen Institute & Pavilion for Women & Children at NCH. The planned facility aims to expand women’s and children’s healthcare in Southwest Florida, including maternal care, a Level III NICU, pediatric specialties, and advanced women’s services.

NAPLES, Fla. — A major new women’s and children’s health facility could be coming to Southwest Florida, but there’s a big funding goal to hit first. NCH needs $275 million in philanthropic commitments before construction can begin. Read the full article → 12 Naples women unite to raise $275M for new NCH health facility

Surgeons at NCH Rooney Heart Institute are using new technology that makes blood appear green during heart bypass surgery, allowing them to visualize blood flow in real time. The process combines a harmless dye with the Arthrex Synergy Exoscope to confirm that bypass grafts are functioning while the patient is still in surgery. NCH is

Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) has opened the NCH Robotic Surgery Institute, a dedicated outpatient surgery center designed primarily for minimally invasive robotic procedures. Located next to NCH Baker Hospital, the facility features the latest da Vinci robotic systems and brings together independent community physicians and NCH-employed surgeons in a specialized setting. The institute supports robotic-assisted

This opinion piece highlights how philanthropy has helped shape Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) over the past 70 years, supporting investments in facilities, technology, research and caregiver recruitment. While NCH continues to expand services and earn national recognition for clinical performance, the organization says rising health care costs and reimbursement challenges make unrestricted donations increasingly important