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Physicians Regional provides necessary care, resources to patients with heart attack symptoms NAPLES, FL 9/13/21 — The American College of Cardiology has recognized Physicians Regional Collier Blvd campus for its Primary PCI to its current ACC Chest Pain Accreditation. The team has demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain and joins our Pine Ridge campus in receiving the same Accreditation. Physicians Regional was awarded Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI ... ... Read More

NAPLES, FL, 08/03/2021 - With homeschooling and hybrid learning disrupting classroom learning for the past 18 months, it’s easy to forget what preparing for a “normal” school year might look like. In addition to buying new clothes and stocking your child’s backpack with the right supplies, an annual physical and the proper immunizations will start your child’s new school year on a healthy foundation. “Every child is unique and develops differently, so annual checkups give parents the chance to discuss a... ... Read More

Learn Your Risk Factors to Prevent Life-threatening Blood Clots. NAPLES, FL, 07/27/2021– The pandemic has heightened attention to the dangers of blood clots including deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and clot-provoked stroke. According to the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA), blood clots kill 274 Americans each day when they restrict blood flow and cause a medical emergency. While different types of blood clotting are being reported among people affected by COVID-19, particularly those who be... ... Read More

NAPLES, Fla. (March 18, 2021) – On March 17, 2021, the Heart Center at Physicians Regional Pine Ridge, a newly opened center, performed its 100th open heart procedure. The hospital performed their first open heart case in July 2020. “We have created a remarkable program by combining physician, clinician and patient input for an excellent outcome and experience. We built this new cardiac program to provide our community with a facility that provides both high quality cardiac care and patient centered cus... ... Read More

NAPLES, FL, February 22, 2021 – If you’ve put off seeing your doctor for fear of catching or spreading the COVID-19 virus, Physicians Regional Healthcare System wants you to know it’s safe and important to come in. Precautions for your safety include: Entry points are limited so we can screen everyone who comes into the facility. Everyone who comes to our hospital is screened for symptoms before being allowed to enter. Visitor restrictions reduce the number of people in our hospital to enable social dis... ... Read More

Pay attention to the warning signs and don’t let the pandemic stop you NAPLES, FL, February 14, 2021 – We’ve changed habits and actions to protect our health during the pandemic, but one thing still remains the same – we need to take quick action with a possible heart attack or stroke. Life-threatening blockages and arrhythmias need timely detection and treatment to support the best possible outcome. Waiting to get help can increase the damage to heart muscle or brain tissue. Physicians Regional Healthc... ... Read More

Naples, FL, – The thought of having surgery for a nagging injury or lingering pain can make some patients feel uneasy. But, as many experts have said over the last few months, it is extremely important not to neglect medical needs during the pandemic. Patients can feel confident seeking care the medical care they need at Physicians Regional Healthcare System. Numerous steps have been put in place to keep patients safe during their visits, including: Screening all visitors for COVID-19 exposure and sympt... ... Read More

Hospital is now a STEMI receiving facility NAPLES, Fla. (October 5, 2020) – Physicians Regional Collier Blvd campus is now recognized as a 24/7 STEMI receiving facility providing around- the-clock treatment for patients experiencing chest pain and other cardiology emergencies. STEMI stands for ST-elevation myocardial infarction, a severe heart attack caused by clotting in one or more arteries. ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), or heart attack, is a time-dependent, life-threatening condition re... ... Read More

Cardiothoracic surgeon Scot Schultz, M.D., is returning to Southwest Florida to join the medical staff of Physicians Regional Healthcare System and serve as the new medical director of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery at Physicians Regional Pine Ridge. Dr. Schultz is already engaged in the design and development of the open heart surgery program scheduled to open in the summer of 2020. He will begin seeing patients at Physicians Regional in late March. Scott Lowe, market CEO of Physicians Regional He... ... Read More

NAPLES, FL, APRIL 30, 2020 — Physicians Regional Healthcare System is urging our local community to seek emergency care when needed – without delay. If you experience a medical emergency such as stroke symptoms or chest pain that may be a heart attack, a timely response will support the best possible outcome. Even with a limited number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in our community, our hospitals have implemented precautions to protect patients and staff, including screening all patients for symptoms and ... ... Read More