NCH engage
Connecting our community to better health through education, partnership, and impactful engagement — your central hub for everything NCH.
Find an expert
Request a speaker or specialist
Browse NCH’s roster of physicians, surgeons, and leaders — then request them for your next event, panel, or presentation by filling out the Engagement Request Form below.
Executive Director, Wingard Stroke Institute, NCH
Interventional radiology, stroke intervention, endovascular therapy, vascular diagnostics, clinical research & patient education
Medical Director, HSS at NCH
Complex joint replacement, hip & knee arthroplasty, lower extremity reconstruction, orthopedic surgical education, clinical research
Vice President, HSS at NCH
Musculoskeletal service line leadership, orthopedic operations, HSS partnership development, ambulatory surgery, healthcare administration
OB/GYN Department Chair & Chief Medical Officer, NCH
High-risk obstetrics, gynecology, bioidentical hormones, women’s health leadership, Van Domelen Pavilion development
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeon, HSS at NCH
Minimally invasive spine surgery, motion preserving spine surgery, cervical & lumbar disorders, thoracic spine, patient-centered surgical care
President, NCH Rooney Heart Institute
Interventional & structural cardiology, transcatheter valve procedures, TAVR, Watchman & PFO closure, congenital heart conditions
Request an expert
Engagement Request Form
Let's work together
Whether you are looking for an expert speaker on a topic, have interest in touring a facility, or are requesting we attend your upcoming community event, we look forward to working with you!
Partner with us
Building a healthier SWFL — together
NCH is proud to collaborate with organizations across Southwest Florida. We believe our greatest impact happens when we work alongside others who share our mission of helping everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life.
American Heart Association
Through a partnership with the American Heart Association, NCH brings expert physicians to share vital heart health tips with underserved communities across Southwest Florida. These educational sessions empower residents to take control of their cardiovascular health and make lasting, positive changes in their lives.
Arthrex
NCH partners with Arthrex to bring advanced surgical technology and innovative procedures to Southwest Florida patients. Together, we enhance patient care through cutting-edge imaging systems and collaborate on community initiatives that promote health and wellness throughout our region.
Florida Everblades Hockey Team
HSS at NCH and NCH physicians are the sole providers of medical care for the Florida Everblades Hockey Team, and partner together to cheer on our players. #GoBlades!
Florida Gulf Coast University
NCH partners with FGCU to support athletics and community engagement. Through exclusive experiences, sponsorships, and specialized orthopedic care with HSS at NCH, we connect with fans and students, and the broader community in meaningful ways.
Moorings Park
NCH partners with Moorings Park to support resident wellness through education and engagement. Our physicians and experts share health insights, tips, and guidance to empower residents to live healthier, more informed lives.
Naples Botanical Garden
In partnership with Naples Botanical Gardens, NCH engages employees and the community through experiences that celebrate nature, wellness, and collection. Our Mission Move events offer a chance to stay active and enjoy the gardens.
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
NCH and Nicklaus Children’s Hospital partner together to advance pediatric care and community health services. Together, we collaborate on programs and initiatives that support children’s wellness, access to care, and healthier futures for families.
The Naples Players
NCH partners with The Naples Players through a program called “ArtRx” to enrich patient experiences through the arts. Together, we create programs that inspire healing, creativity, and connection for those in our care. TNP also provides actors to assist with real-life simulations in conjunction with the NCH Simulation Center.
NCH Wingard Stroke Institute: Stroke Warriors Survivor Group
The NCH Stroke Warriors Program is a support group for stroke survivors and caregivers, sponsored by the Rehabilitation Neurology Team. These quarterly meetings offer an opportunity for peer-to-peer engagement, advice from experts and survivors, and resources for stroke prevention & post-stroke recovery.
Sign up here to join the next meeting: RSVP
Apply for funding
NCH is proud to sponsor impactful initiatives in our community. Grant requests are reviewed annually by our Executive Team. Submit your grant request below.
Application window
May 1 – June 30
Decisions sent by
September 1
Payments sent after
October 1
COMMUNITY GRANTS
Grant Request Form
Explore events
Upcoming community events
Join us at NCH-hosted and community events across Southwest Florida. For questions about a specific event, contact events@nchmd.org.
Mission Move x Nurses Week 2026 – NCH Employees Only
11190 Health Park Blvd Building 2, Naples, FL 34110
NCH Stroke Warriors – Stroke Survivor Group
NCH North Hospital, 11190 Health Park Blvd, Naples, FL 34110
NCH x HEAL – Hands-On Human Trafficking Course
NCH Business Center – Naples Business Center, 1100 Immokalee Rd, Naples, FL 34110
Have a community event to share?
Submit your public event and our team will review and add it to this list within the first week of each month. All submissions must be open to the public and aligned with NCH’s mission.
About us
Meet the NCHengage team
Our Ambassadors are department champions across NCH — here to help you navigate partnerships, events, and expert requests.
NCHengage Ambassadors
Each Ambassador is a recognized champion in their service line, ready to help you find the right program, expert, or event. Full profiles and the Ambassador Program details are coming soon.