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Santa Rosa Medical Center encourages the residents of Santa Rosa County to prioritize safety during holiday celebrations MILTON, Fla, July 1, 2024 – As Independence Day approaches, Santa Rosa Medical Center emphasizes the importance of fireworks safety to prevent injuries and avoid a trip to the emergency department. While fireworks have been an integral part of Fourth of July festivities since 1777, it has not been without risk and should be handled only by experienced pyrotechnicians. “Leave the firew... ... Read More
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MILTON, Fla, June 24, 2024 – Summer 2024 is predicted to bring on the heat which can put extra stress on your heart. For every degree body temperature rises, the heart beats approximately 10 beats per minute faster, according to the National Institute of Health. That’s why in hot temperatures it becomes harder for the body to cool off, especially for those with chronic health conditions like heart disease, high cholesterol or atrial fibrillation (AFib). "Heat can cause dehydration, which can lead to low... ... Read More
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MILTON, FL - To help address hunger in the community, and to celebrate National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day on April 2, Santa Rosa Medical Center (SRMC) has donated 1,326 jars of peanut butter to two local food agencies through their second Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive. This year’s event benefited FoodRaising Friends, Inc. and Feeding the Gulf Coast. The hospital encouraged community members, as well as its employees, medical staff members, and volunteers to donate the protein packed-food over the l... ... Read More
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MILTON, Fla., (April 1) - On National Doctors’ Day, Santa Rosa Medical Center is making charitable contributions to two local organizations in honor of the physicians on its medical staff. The hospital medical staff voted for and selected Santa Rosa Kids House and the Early Learning Coalition of Santa Rosa County to receive donations. “Our doctors provide steadfast care to the thousands of patients we treat each year and we’re so grateful for their dedication to our mission,” said Justin Serrano, chief ... ... Read More
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Jeanne Penton-Molina, a registered nurse at Santa Rosa Medical Center (SRMC) for more than two decades, has received a national 2023 Nursing Excellence Award. Penton-Molina is one of ten national winners selected across all hospitals affiliated with Community Health Systems, one of the leading operators of general acute-care hospitals and outpatient care centers in communities across the United States. The organization’s affiliates include Santa Rosa Medical Center and 70 other hospitals in 15 states. P... ... Read More
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Last year, our Santa Rosa Medical Center team played a vital role at more than 278,000 patient encounters where we helped people get well and live healthier. Around the clock, every day of the year, regardless of holidays, weather or other disruptions – we are here for our community. The skills, talents and energy of our employees and physicians are the force powering all that we do and I am grateful for their steady focus on delivering safe, quality and compassionate care for patients. We care deeply a... ... Read More
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MILTON, FL, (March 19) - The Joint Commission’s Maternal Levels of Care (MLC) Verification program, offered in collaboration with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), has named Santa Rosa Medical Center as a Level I maternal care verified facility. Santa Rosa Medical Center (SRMC) underwent a comprehensive on-site review on March 5 to verify and evaluate its capabilities related to maternity care; along with reviewing the hospital’s policies and procedures. “Our hospital has a... ... Read More
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Tonnette Hoffman, APRN, joins Santa Rosa Medical Group - Navarre Primary Care. MILTON, Fla. - Santa Rosa Medical Group (SRMG) is expanding its Navarre Family Medicine care team with the addition of Tonnette Hoffman, APRN, a board-certified family nurse practitioner (FNP-C). Tonnette begins March 5 in the Navarre Primary Care office, joining Danielle Ostrowski, APRN, and Joan Mosher, APRN. “This area has a diverse population of the military, growing families and those exploring new life chapters,” Hoffma... ... Read More
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Women’s Health leaders and emergency personnel aim to identify unique patients' needs to leverage easier access to care MILTON, Fla., (Feb. 1) - Santa Rosa Medical Center is teaming up with local hospitals and emergency response teams spanning from Escambia County to Walton County, FL, for a postpartum initiative aimed at helping moms get better access to care in an emergency. More than two-thirds (69%) of women reported experiencing at least one physical health problem in the 9-12 months since giving, ... ... Read More
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Rick Mohammed, D.O., and the Santa Rosa Surgical Services team have performed more than 250 bariatric weight loss surgeries using a surgical robot. MILTON, Fla., (Jan 31) - Santa Rosa Medical Group surgeon Rick Mohammed recently marked a major milestone - he has helped improve the lives of more than 250 patients through weight-loss surgery utilizing robotic-assisted technology. Robotic-assisted surgery is minimally invasive, utilizing a few small incisions for a camera and tiny instruments that are cont... ... Read More
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