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Confronting Health Disparities and Owning Your Health
February 11, 2022
In my 26 years of practice, I have seen too many people outsource their health and health decisions to someone else, mainly the physicians and providers who they turn to for care. I try to empower patients to take control of their health.
Read MoreA Birthday Miracle: A New Heart Gives One Florida Man A Second Chance at Life
February 9, 2022
“When Harold arrived at the hospital, he was experiencing shortness of breath, and we quickly discovered he was in cardiogenic shock, which means his heart could not pump enough blood through his body,” Dr. Phancao said.
Read MoreSouth Florida Father Saved at the Miami Burn Center after Suffering Life-Threatening Burns
February 8, 2022
John suffered life-threatening injuries at work after more than 4,000 volts of electricity entered through the top of his head and exited out of the back of his neck. The father of two was rushed to a nearby trauma center.
Read MoreWoman Undergoes Robotic Hysterectomy as a Safe Alternative
February 4, 2022
For years, Daniela de Majilat experienced irregularities and discomfort during her menstruation, but it wasn’t until last February that her symptoms intensified. She immediately reached out to her Jackson Medical Group gynecologist for help.
Read MoreJackson South Medical Center Uses the Latest Robotic Technology in Knee Replacement Procedures
January 19, 2022
The system provides live, 3-D models that help surgeons plan and perform knee replacement procedures with more precision because it allows them to personalize everything.
Read MoreCutler Bay Man Back on his Feet After Traumatic Brain Injury
January 19, 2022
Pedro Grillo and his wife were working out when he started to suffer from a severe headache and extreme exhaustion. Grillo, who was confused at his sudden exhaustion, sat on the floor to regain his energy when he lost consciousness.
Read MoreWeight-Loss Surgery Helped One South Florida Woman Regain her Health, Energy, Confidence and Start a New Business
January 14, 2022
On January 24, 2018, Dunn had gastric sleeve surgery, a weight-loss procedure where part of the stomach is removed.
Read MoreHow bariatric surgery takes courage and brings hope
January 12, 2022
The time had come for Mike Llanes to courageously take his life back. He wanted to wear a pant size less than 68, fit into sneakers again, and stand without pain deep in his bones. Llanes, 28, wanted to live again, have people see him and not his weight.
Read MoreA Miracle on 170th Street: Baby Left Abandoned in NICU at Jackson North Medical Center fatefully finds his forever family
December 20, 2021
In December, the Feliz Family received an unforgettable call from a foster case manager.
Read MoreRead This Before you Get Behind the Wheel this Holiday Season
December 17, 2021
This should be the most wonderful time of the year. Yet, as a trauma surgeon and the medical director of Ryder Trauma Center, I know firsthand that this holiday season will be the last for many victims of car accidents involving drugs and alcohol.
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