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The American Heart Association’s heart health checklist now includes new measures for better cardiovascular health. AHA’s Life’s Essential 8 checklist added healthy sleep as a necessary component of heart health and emphasized the importance of eating whole foods, vegetables, lean protein and more. The checklist also added vaping and exposure to secondhand smoke as risk factors to avoid. Sleep is essential for cardiovascular health, proper brain function and a strong immune system, but 35% of U.S. adult... ... Read More

As a coastal community, the townspeople of Punta Gorda are no strangers to water. The city borders the Charlotte Harbor which leads out to the Gulf of Mexico, making recreational water activities, such as boating and fishing, a favorite pastime of residents. Unfortunately, where there are so many who enjoy being in or on the water, accidents are bound to occur. According to the Florida Department of Health, more than 100 people have died from drowning in the last 10 years in Charlotte County , with even... ... Read More

Punta Gorda, FL — ShorePoint Health Punta Gorda is making the investment to take minimally invasive technology to the next level with the addition of new robotic technologies. The integration of robotics and minimally invasive techniques will allow surgeons to perform more complex procedures while offering many potential benefits to patients. Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) has revolutionized many surgical procedures that formerly involved significant downtime and recovery. The MIS approach has become ... ... Read More

(Port Charlotte, FL – November 30, 2022) -- Board-certified gastroenterologist Sovi Joseph, M.D., has joined the ShorePoint Medical Group, bringing more than 40 years of experience in gastroenterology to ShorePoint Health. “My focus is to understand the whole patient,” said Dr. Joseph. “Having a deeper understanding of their lifestyle will create an environment of trust for patients to better understand their illness, and become fully engaged in treatments.” Dr. Joseph specializes in gastroenterology, i... ... Read More

By: Andy Romine, Chief Executive Officer of ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda As our region continues to recover following Hurricane Ian, the caregivers, employees and leadership of ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda are deeply grateful for the tremendous support we have received from the communities we serve. We appreciate the donations of meals and other resources for our hospital team members. The kindness of our neighbors has helped to keep our caregivers and employees g... ... Read More

Obesity is a preventable medical disease that is becoming more prevalent worldwide. It has the potential to shorten lifespans and is associated with a host of other potentially serious medical conditions like high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, sleep apnea, Type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer. Obese individuals also may suffer from psychosocial effects, including social anxiety and depression. For many, the problem is not one of calories in and calories out. No matter how many weight-loss... ... Read More

VENICE, Fla. – ShorePoint Health has transformed the former ShorePoint Health Venice facility into temporary housing for those in need. In collaboration with the American Red Cross of Central Florida, the shelter is housing more than 130 children, adults and pets displaced by Hurricane Ian. As the region continues to heal from the devastating storm, the shelter provides a safe-haven for families with private rooms, food, water and other necessities. For parents, the shelter also offers a kid zone where ... ... Read More

Thanks to the strength and resilience of our provider team, ShorePoint Health is providing safe, quality healthcare services to residents of Sarasota, Charlotte and Lee counties as they rebuild following Hurricane Ian. Following are the clinical resources available as of Thursday, October 6, 2022. ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte The hospital is open and fully operational, offering emergency, inpatient, and surgical care for local residents. Specialty services include elective cardiac catheterization an... ... Read More

As Hurricane Ian moves toward our area, ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda continue to work closely with the Charlotte County Emergency Management Office, County Commissioners and other community leaders and are prepared to follow their guidance, whether it’s to evacuate or shelter in place. Patient safety will continue to be our first priority. At this time, our hospital system is consolidating clinical operations at ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte. ShorePoint Health Punta Gorda will be ... ... Read More

Seventy-five years ago, on August 17, 1947, ShorePoint Health Punta Gorda first opened its doors. The hospital has an extensive history in the City of Punta Gorda. Although the hospital has grown and changed over the years with Punta Gorda, two things have always remained a constant with the hospital’s principles - quality care and community involvement. “Connecting with patients and our community represents the true history of this hospital,” said Justin Bryant, Interim Chief Administrative Officer for... ... Read More