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Posted: Nov 5, 2025

Celebrating a Century of Care

Three physician-leaders reflect on past milestones, future possibilities, and what sets Sarasota Memorial apart.

Reflecting on a century of care, three physician-leaders share their thoughts on the moments that make a legacy, the work yet to be done, and that special something that makes Sarasota Memorial stand out.

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Posted: Oct 30, 2025

A Century of Caring

Sarasota Memorial celebrates its 100th Anniversary

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System marked a century of service with a special reception held today in the courtyard of its flagship Sarasota hospital.

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Posted: Oct 7, 2025

The Return of the Leech

From Medieval Myth to Modern Medicine

Insects and arachnids and bugs of all sorts have been part of traditional medicine for millennia but very few are considered modern medicine in the Western tradition. One, however, made a comeback in the late 20th century and remains, shall we say, firmly latched since.

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Posted: Aug 6, 2025

The History of Breastfeeding

Mothers helping mothers, from Ancient Egypt to the Industrial Revolution

Between latch problems, low supply, late-night feedings, and more, breastfeeding can present its challenges. So who did struggling mothers turn to before the days of public hospitals? Each other..

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Posted: Jul 8, 2025

The Surprising Beginning to Brain Surgery

This modern miracle holds ancient origins—and the answers for tomorrow.

Ask a neurosurgeon, sometimes, a hole in the head is exactly what you need. Take a look at the surprising history of brain surgery from the ancient world to today.

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