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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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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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Telemundo 49 presentó al Dr. Roberto Cubeddu para su serie del Mes de la Herencia Hispana. Leer mas > Telemundo cubre al Dr. Roberto Cubeddu en la serie de la Herencia Hispana.
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Ross Varacelli, a healthy father of four, was suddenly struck by Guillain-Barré syndrome, leaving him paralyzed and dependent on breathing and feeding tubes. The rare condition, often triggered by an overactive immune response after an infection, caused his rapid deterioration. While his brain remains unaffected, his recovery will be long, requiring extensive rehabilitation. His family
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State Senate President Kathleen Passidomo and her staff donated blood at the Community Blood Center in Naples to raise awareness about the importance of blood donations. This effort follows a recent cyber attack on the OneBlood network, causing a statewide blood shortage. Passidomo emphasized the urgency, stating, “The fact that there is a lack of
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Thanks to Collier County Community & Human Services Division and the U.S. Department of the Treasury, NCH received a grant through the American Rescue Plan to reimburse NCH for expenses related to treating patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. During the pandemic, NCH, like many health care providers, experienced significantly higher costs related to staffing. The
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Breast cancer is much easier to treat when it’s caught early. But more and more women were missing that opportunity because of the recommended age for screening. Now, that is changing. Read More > WINK covers new mammography guidelines.
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Jace Yawnick, a 25-year-old battling Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, turned to social media, notably Instagram, to chronicle his journey and offer encouragement to individuals nationwide. Initially misdiagnosed, he began sharing day-in-the-life videos on @JaceBeatsCancer after discovering three masses around his heart. Despite facing chemotherapy treatments at NCH Baker Hospital Downtown, he remains committed to his mantra of
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In the midst of a well-deserved night off, Dr. Jose Valle Giler found himself thrust into a life-or-death situation at a Naples bar. Responding to a call for medical assistance, he discovered a man in cardiac arrest, amidst dim lights and booming music. Despite the challenging environment, Dr. Valle Giler commenced CPR and utilized a
‘No Pulse’: An MD’s First Night Off in 2 Weeks Turns Grave Read More »
Neurosurgeon Dr. Mark B. Gerber, MD, known for saving lives at NCH Healthcare, showcases another talent on weekends: metal art. Bonding with his son during the pandemic, they learned welding. Dr. Gerber’s meticulous process, akin to surgery, yields intricate creatures. Notably, “Teddy the Bear,” a massive metal sculpture crafted from hospital equipment, stood out. It
NCH Neurosurgeon brings “Teddy the Bear” to life with Metal, for pediatric care Read More »
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