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Naples, Florida – It’s no secret that menopause can come with disruptive symptoms that affect a woman’s daily living, long-term health and overall well-being. New insights are helping reshape the conversation around hormone replacement therapy (HRT), dispelling outdated fears and helping women make more informed decisions about their health. Hormone replacement therapy is designed to supplement declining levels of estrogen and progesterone during perimenopause and menopause. As hormone levels drop, wome... ... Read More

Naples, FL, 5/11/26 – With an estimated 700,000 to one million knee-specific operations performed in the United States each year, arthroscopic knee surgery has transformed the treatment of joint injuries, providing patients with a minimally invasive option that supports faster recovery and improved outcomes. This advanced surgical technique allows orthopedic specialists, including those at Physicians Regional, to diagnose and treat a wide range of knee conditions with precision, while minimizing disrupt... ... Read More

Naples, FL, 5/1/26 – Hernias continue to represent one of the most prevalent medical conditions in the United States, affecting an estimated five million Americans living with the condition. Hernia repair is one of the most frequently performed surgeries nationwide. A hernia occurs when tissue or an organ pushes past muscle and pops out, creating a bulge. Hernias usually happen in the abdominal area or groin. The bulge can appear when a person’s body is in certain positions or when they’re doing certain... ... Read More

More than 460,000 times last year, we were privileged to provide quality healthcare for our Southwest Florida neighbors. As we care for you and the place we all call home, our impact is deep, contributing more than $213 million to the region through charity/uncompensated care, reinvestment in services, employee payroll, charitable projects and payment of more than $17 million in taxes that support area schools and infrastructure. Through more than $7 million in capital projects in 2025, patients now hav... ... Read More

Address Social Isolation and Loneliness to Improve Health and Well-Being Naples, Florida – Within the first few months of 2026, most people have made and broken at least one New Year’s resolution. More often than not, those resolutions involve health improvement. However, one step that every individual can take to improve their health and prevent chronic disease doesn’t involve diet, exercise or major lifestyle changes. Research indicates that maintaining positive social connections can help people live... ... Read More

What to know about the most common gynecologic surgery Naples, Florida – Deeply personal, a hysterectomy, or surgery to remove a woman’s uterus, is the most common gynecologic surgery in the U.S. Approximately 1/3 of all women will have one by age 60. Removal of the uterus ends a woman’s ability to carry a pregnancy but can also bring much-needed relief from bleeding, pain and discomfort of women’s health conditions. The most common reason for the surgery is treatment of uterine fibroids, but it is also... ... Read More

Quick action to call 9-1-1 can save a life Naples, Florida – Your heart is one of the most important organs as it continually pumps oxygen and nutrient-rich blood around your body and any disruption can be life threatening. Blood flow blockages within the heart are the cause of heart attacks, and knowing five key symptoms can help you take quick action to save your life or someone else’s in an emergency. Chest pain or discomfort, especially in the center or on the left side of the chest, is a sign that ... ... Read More

Naples, Florida - Physicians Regional Healthcare System has named Justin Serrano as the new chief executive officer of its Collier Boulevard campus, effective April 13th. Serrano brings more than a decade of healthcare experience to the position. Serrano was most recently chief executive officer of Crestwood Medical Center in Huntsville, AL. During his tenure there, Justin led several initiatives that strengthened the hospital’s growth, access to care and quality outcomes. Under his leadership, the orga... ... Read More

Naples, Florida, (3/9/26) – Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of death from cancer in the U.S. and the statistics on the rates by age have surprised the medical community. Between 2012 and 2021, more colorectal cancer cases have been identified in adults under 50 each year while the rates for adults 50 and older have been going down over the same period. The American Cancer Society estimates about 107,320 new cases of colon cancer and 46,950 new cases of rectal cancer will be found in 2025. ... ... Read More

Naples, Florida 12/9/25 – When health emergencies happen, patients and their family members often turn to the emergency department for prompt medical attention. With thousands of patient encounters in the ER annually, Physicians Regional not only delivers medically necessary, life-saving patient care, it prioritizes short wait times, with a goal to connect every patient with a medical professional for timely assessment and treatment. ER wait times can be an indicator of hospital efficiency and patient e... ... Read More