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When patients come through the doors at Physicians Regional Healthcare System and our clinical care sites, it is our privilege to provide quality, compassionate medical care to help them get well and live healthier. And we are proud to play an important part in the health of Southwest FL and the larger region with a collective impact in 2024 of approximately $393 million. Steadfast in Crisis This year, our entire region was again impacted by hurricanes and our employees and providers were steadfast in k... ... Read More

(Naples, Fla) - For years, minimally invasive, robotic surgery has offered better outcomes and decreased recovery time for patients, and now Physicians Regional Healthcare System is taking that care to the next level, with a sophisticated new robotic system. “I am so excited to work with this new robot,” says General Surgeon Jonas Mansson, M.D., chief of robotics at Physicians Regional Medical Center Pine Ridge. “The new technology allows for my patients to have minimally invasive, general surgery proce... ... Read More

To help address hunger in the community, and to celebrate National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day on April 2, Physicians Regional Healthcare System has donated 1,767 jars of peanut butter to St. Matthews House a local food pantry through their second Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive. This year’s event benefited the food bank at St. Matthews House. The health system encouraged community members, as well as its employees, medical staff members, and volunteers to donate the protein packed-food over the last s... ... Read More

On National Doctors’ Day, Physicians Regional Healthcare System is making charitable contributions to two local organizations in honor of the physicians on its medical staff. The hospital medical staff voted for and selected the David Lawrence Center and the Immokalee Foundation to receive donations. “Our doctors provide steadfast care to the thousands of patients we treat each year and we’re so grateful for their dedication to our mission,” said Scott Lowe, market chief executive officer. “In honor of ... ... Read More

(Naples, Fla) - Physicians Regional Heart Center has unveiled a new, hybrid operating room, a surgical suite that provides next generation technology and instrumentation for cardiovascular care. The hybrid operating room, our surgeons will have the platform to perform minimally invasive, complex procedures that will support the structural heart, open heart, and vascular service lines. “With a $4 million dollar investment, we continue to elevate our cardiovascular care to meet the growing needs of our co... ... Read More

Naples, FL – The midpoint of the year is a good time to review health insurance policies to ensure you will get the most out of plan benefits, especially if you have already met the annual deductible. Many insurance plans will cover most, if not all, costs for eligible medical procedures and treatments once an individual meets the deductible and out of pocket maximum, making the second half of the year an opportune time to schedule any necessary or elective medical procedures that may have been postpone... ... Read More

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, prostate cancer is now the second most common cancer among men in the United States. The risk of developing prostate cancer progressively increases with age, and while it’s rare before the age of 40, one in seven men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer within their lifetimes. There is some good news as it pertains to the prevention and survival rates related to this particular form of cancer. “While it’s most certainly a serious disease, it... ... Read More

Naples, FL 07/15/24– From time to time, almost everyone will experience a stomachache. Most causes of abdominal pain are nothing to worry about, and will either pass on their own or be easily diagnosed and treated. But sometimes, stomach pain is a sign of a more serious illness. Learn which symptoms to watch out for, and use these tips to prepare for a successful visit with your doctor. “Stomach pain is both quite common and notoriously difficult to diagnose,” says Dr. Afshin Khaiser, gastroenterologist... ... Read More

Physicians Regional encourages Naples to prioritize safety during holiday celebrations Naples, FL, 7/1/24 – As Independence Day approaches, Physicians Regional emphasizes the importance of fireworks safety to prevent injuries and avoid a trip to the emergency department. While fireworks have been an integral part of Fourth of July festivities since 1777, it has not been without risk and should be handled only by experienced pyrotechnicians. “Leave the fireworks to the professionals,” said Dr. Hunter Bro... ... Read More

What was once an open-heart surgery to repair a leaking mitral valve can now be done via a relatively minor procedure, with patients going home the same day. Mitral regurgitation, which occurs when the mitral valve doesn’t close properly and allows a small amount of blood to flow backwards in the heart, is the most common valve disorder in the U.S., says the National Institutes of Health. More than 2 million individuals are affected, and one study suggests that more than 10% of those age 75 and older ex... ... Read More