NCH in the News

Nearly 70 years ago, grassroots generosity laid the foundation for healthcare in Collier County—a tradition that continues today through Naples Comprehensive Health. From the Mackle brothers’ early vision to the opening of the new Urgent Care at the Pat and Scot Kaufman Healthcare Center, Marco Island’s story is one of progress powered by philanthropy. With […]

NCH Rooney Heart Institute is pioneering a groundbreaking use of artificial intelligence in cardiac care. By combining two advanced AI systems—CaRi-Plaque and CaRi-Heart—NCH can now detect inflammation and plaque buildup in arteries up to 10 years before a heart attack might occur. This technology, developed by Caristo Diagnostics in Oxford, allows physicians to see heart

NCH Rooney Heart Institute has made history as the first hospital in the U.S. to use Caristo Diagnostics’ groundbreaking AI technologies, CaRi-Plaque™ and CaRi-Heart®, which can identify early signs of heart disease and predict a patient’s heart attack risk up to 10 years before symptoms appear. This collaboration positions NCH at the forefront of preventive

At NCH, the arts play a vital role in advancing healthcare training and patient care. In conjunction with The Naples Players, the Judith and Marvin Herb Family Simulation Center brings realism to medical simulations, helping staff strengthen communication, empathy, and teamwork. This collaboration highlights how creativity and compassion intersect to improve outcomes for patients and

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,