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Early detection and treatment supports the best possible outcomes MILTON, Fla. – Breast cancer and other medical illnesses remain a risk for women - even amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, due to concerns about the virus, many women have postponed their annual screening mammograms, increasing their risk of undetected cancer. Santa Rosa Medical Center is encouraging women who may have delayed their mammograms to schedule the screening now because when breast cancer is detected early, life-saving ... ... Read More

MILTON, Fla., - As the need for primary care providers grows in Santa Rosa County, Santa Rosa Medical Group(SRMG) is proud to announce Merlandie Houston, APRN, is now accepting new patients in Milton. Houston specializes in care for young adults to geriatric patients with a focus on managing chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes and COPD. “As a family practice nurse practitioner, I feel so lucky to be able to help families manage their health,” Houston said. “Patients sometimes feel o... ... Read More

Learn your risk factors to prevent life-threatening blood clots. MILTON, Fla., – The pandemic has heightened the attention to the dangers of blood clots including deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and clot-provoked stroke. According to the National Blood Clot Alliance (NBCA), blood clots kill 274 Americans each day when they restrict blood flow and cause a medical emergency. While different types of blood clotting are being reported among people affected by COVID-19, particularly those who become... ... Read More

Carrie Anderson, M.D., joins Santa Rosa Medical Group Family Medicine in Navarre. MILTON, Fla., - Santa Rosa Medical Group (SRMG) is expanding its care team with the addition of Carrie Anderson, M.D., a board-certified Family Medicine physician. Dr. Anderson begins August 9 in the Navarre Primary Care office, joining Charles Windfelder, DMSc, PA-C. “This area is filled with a diverse population of the military, growing families and those exploring new life chapters,” Anderson said. “I am eager to get to... ... Read More

MILTON, Fla. – With homeschooling and hybrid learning disrupting classroom learning for the past 18 months, it's easy to forget what preparing for a “normal” school year might look like. In addition to buying new clothes and stocking your child’s backpack with the right supplies, an annual physical and the proper immunizations will start your child’s new school year on a healthy foundation. “Annual wellness appointments allow a physician to monitor your child’s development from year to year,” says Veron... ... Read More

Stay on schedule with a full night of sleep for your best physical and mental health MILTON, Fla., - Sleepless nights can lead to daytime tiredness and lack of clarity, but it can also mean more when it comes to your heart. The American College of Cardiology Foundation had a study published last year that found sleep schedule inconsistencies is a risk factor for heart disease. Veronica Holbrook, M.D., a board-certified family medicine physician with Santa Rosa Medical Group, is urging patients to unders... ... Read More

Study finds average weight gains of 1.5 pounds a month during pandemic MILTON, Fla., - As summer in Northwest Florida gets underway, a local healthcare provider is encouraging his patients to take the steps needed to reverse the extra pounds they may have added during the pandemic. Charles Windfelder Jr., a family medicine PA with Santa Rosa Medical Group, says it’s a great time to get back on track with healthy habits and shed that extra weight. “The pandemic was extremely difficult for a lot of people... ... Read More

MILTON, Fla., - The onset of spring in Northwest Florida brings sunshine, storms and longer days. While many people dread this season for the sinus pressure, headaches, itchy eyes and respiratory problems it brings, a Santa Rosa Medical Group physician says allergies in this area are bad all year round. More than 50 million people suffer from nasal allergies; half of those also have seasonal pollen allergies, according to The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), which recently released a lis... ... Read More

MILTON, Fla., -Santa Rosa Medical Center (SRMC) and Santa Rosa Medical Group (SRMG) teamed up during hospital week to help support a local food pantry. Through an eight-team competition, employees and staff donated hundreds of non-perishable items between May 10-14 for Feeding the Gulf Coast food bank. SRMC’s hospital week theme “Not All Heroes Wear Capes,” incorporated several superheroes and superhero-themed items. On Monday, May 17, Feeding the Gulf Coast collected over 1,550 pounds of donated food f... ... Read More

MILTON, Fla., – The thought of having surgery for a nagging injury or lingering pain can make some patients feel uneasy. But, as many experts have said over the last few months, it is extremely important not to neglect medical needs during the pandemic. Patients can feel confident seeking the medical care they need at Santa Rosa Medical Center (SRMC). Numerous steps have been put in place to keep patients safe during their visits, including: All visitors are screened for COVID-19 before they are allowed... ... Read More