NCH in the News

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

Everyday habits can take a toll on your muscles and joints—sometimes without you even realizing it. In a recent SELF article, David J. Backstein, MD, orthopedic surgeon and medical director at the Hospital for Special Surgery at NCH, explains how common routines like sleeping positions and new workout regimens can impact long-term joint health. Dr.

Naples Daily News | Opinion For nonprofit, community-based health systems like NCH, we need your support more than ever Mara Hammond New healthcare funding laws are creating challenges for families and impacting local hospitals. NCH, a non-profit health system, provided over $80 million in community benefits last year, including charity care and unreimbursed Medicaid costs.

Back pain in your 30s is common, affecting more than a third of adults, and is usually driven more by lifestyle factors than aging. Long hours sitting, poor posture, stress, and occasional overexertion can all contribute. Dr. April Fetzer, a board-certified physiatrist at the Hospital for Special Surgery at Naples Comprehensive Health, notes that gentle

As the new school year approaches, parents and students alike are gearing up for a busy and productive year. However, the back-to-school season can also bring a range of health challenges, from germs and illnesses to stress and fatigue. To help families stay healthy and thrive, the community partners at NCH Immediate Care Center in Ave Maria

A revolutionary “wireless” pacemaker, roughly the size of a grain of rice, has given a Naples man his life back after years of struggling with heart failure. His condition was deteriorating rapidly before doctors at Naples Comprehensive Health implanted what the hospital says is the country’s first rice-sized pacemaker of its kind. Read the Fox 4 article here: