Author: Dorron Blumberg

Coffee and Health Conversations

Broward Health North will host its next monthly Coffee and Health Conversations on Wednesday, October 31. Stop by for a free health checkup and a cup of coffee. Event starts at 9 a.m. and will be held at Broward Health...

Read More

University of Miami Miller Miller School of Medicine Experts Offer More Clarity on Managing Common Ankle Fractures

Although fairly common, management of an isolated lateral malleolus ankle fracture remains challenging for orthopaedic surgeons. A central question remains on determining whether surgery or a non-surgical approach is indicated for a particular patient. 
 
A lot rides on whether the ankle is stable or not. However, no clinical examination or imaging strategy stands out as clearly superior for determining ankle stability after such an injury, said Amiethab A. Aiyer, M.D., an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle care at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

Read More

COMMUNITY CARE PLAN PROMOTES JESSICA LERNER TO PRESIDENT & CEO AS FORMER CEO, JOHN A. BENZ, ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT

South Florida-based Community Care Plan (CCP), the health plan with a heart, is pleased to announce the promotion of Jessica Lerner to President and Chief Executive Officer of the company, as the former Chief Executive Officer, John A. Benz, announces his retirement. Lerner, who will take over the leadership role immediately, previously served as the company’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. Benz will transition to the role of President Emeritus and Chief Strategic Officer of the organization.

Read More

Interactive Map Shows Miami-Dade County Voter Turnout By Precinct in Last Midterm Election

Have you ever wondered how many of your neighbors vote? This map, developed by Health Foundation of South Florida, shows how many of your neighbors cast a ballot in the last midterm election. With only days left until Election Day, and with early voting already in effect, it’s anticipated be one of the highest turnouts for a midterm election – especially among young voters.

Read More

BAPTIST HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP WELCOMES FAMILY MEDICINE PHYSICIAN KAITLIN ROSS, M.D., TO ITS PRIMARY CARE TEAM

Family medicine physician Kaitlin Ross, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Medical Group, a network of primary care doctors and specialists who provide high-quality medical care to patients of all ages, as part of Baptist Health Primary Care. Dr. Ross specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of health issues, including simple and complex health conditions, chronic disease management, minor emergencies, urgent care and the coordination of specialty care. She also focuses on wellness and prevention to help patients avoid disease, decrease disability and maintain good health. 

Read More