Celebrating Heroes in Medicine: Vivien Thomas

Celebrating Heroes in Medicine: Vivien Thomas

A decade before the Civil Rights Movement began, a young black man named Vivien Thomas made history at Johns Hopkins, helping to save countless lives. To those in the field today, he's a legend. But it would be decades before his full story was told-and even more before he received the full credit he deserved.

Tuesday, February 4, 2025
A Brief History of Anesthesiology

A Brief History of Anesthesiology

Perhaps the biggest miracle of modern surgery is that you get to sleep through it. This wasn't always the case. Let's look back at this winding path of weird ideas and medical invention-and be glad we've come so far.

Tuesday, January 7, 2025
SMH Kicks Off Centennial Year

SMH Kicks Off Centennial Year

While the New Year is typically a time to look forward with hope and optimism, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is encouraging community members to step back in time and reflect on the hospital’s storied history.

Monday, January 6, 2025
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