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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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Posted: Jun 3, 2025

A Hundred Years of Heart

Historic highlights in cardiac surgery and the rise of cutting-edge care in Sarasota.

For the majority of human history, conventional wisdom told physicians and surgeons that operating on the human heart was impossible. We've come a long way.

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Posted: May 22, 2025

Sarasota Memorial Hospital: A Living Memorial Dedicated to the “Greatest Generation”

This Memorial Day, as Sarasota Memorial Hospital reflects on its past, it honors the U.S. military men and women whose service and sacrifice inspired its name.

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