NCH in the News

NCH, in collaboration with Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, announced a major expansion of women’s and children’s healthcare in Collier County, made possible by a generous gift from the Bill and Julia Van Domelen Foundation. The initiative includes the launch of the Van Domelen Institute for Women and Children and plans for a new four-story pavilion at

Shelia Smith Davis, a former recruitment executive, brings her strategic, systems-driven approach to Naples’ philanthropic community, applying decades of corporate leadership to nonprofit impact. Known for stepping in where help is needed most, Davis volunteers regularly in NCH’s NICU and supports women and children across Collier County. This month she takes on a public leadership

The holiday season is full of cheer, but it can also put extra stress on your heart. Naples Comprehensive Health warns about “holiday heart syndrome,” caused by overindulging in food and alcohol, stress, and overexertion. Simple steps like drinking moderately, eating before parties, staying hydrated, tracking medications, and managing stress can help keep your heart

Every Wednesday, Rufus, a 6-year-old therapy dog, and his owner Molly Webb visit NCH Downtown Baker Hospital in Naples, bringing comfort to patients, families, and staff. From gentle pets to cheerful walks through the halls, Rufus helps ease stress and lift spirits throughout the hospital. His weekly visits are a reminder of the healing power

The NCH Rooney Heart Institute is emerging as a national leader in cardiovascular care, driven by major investments in innovation and an expanding team of world-renowned surgeons. With the arrival of pioneering cardiac surgeon Dr. Joseph Lamelas—creator of the groundbreaking “Miami Method”—NCH continues to elevate minimally invasive heart care for the Southwest Florida community. Explore

The NCH Rooney Heart Institute is leading the way in cardiovascular innovation, becoming the first in Florida to use the Shockwave C2 AERO™ catheter to treat calcified coronary artery disease. This cutting-edge technology gently breaks up calcium buildup in arteries, making procedures safer, faster, and more effective for patients. Read the full article -> NCH

NCH has opened a modern two-story, 24,000-square-foot urgent care center on Marco Island, replacing a 40-year-old facility. The Pat and Scot Kaufman Healthcare Center features 12 private exam rooms, advanced imaging including CT and X-ray, and expanded services such as IV infusions and point-of-care testing. With extended hours from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. daily,

NCH Rooney Heart Institute is pioneering a new era in preventive cardiology with the deployment of CaRi-Plaque and CaRi-Heart, AI-powered imaging technologies from Caristo Diagnostics. Combined with the state-of-the-art Siemens Naeotom Alpha photon-counting CT scanner, this breakthrough allows cardiologists to detect inflammation in blood vessels—an early marker of heart disease—up to 10 years before symptoms

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