RSV in Kids: Symptoms, Risks & When to Worry
Posted in News & Information
Marina Mangie

RSV in Kids: Symptoms, Risks & When to Worry

By FPG Pediatrician Deirdra Myers, MD Viral respiratory infections are on the rise across the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC). And in our own community, we’ve seen an uptick in cases of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) at our First Physicians Group (FPG) practices.

Local ENT Specialists Join SMH’s First Physicians Group
Posted in News & Information
Marina Mangie

Local ENT Specialists Join SMH’s First Physicians Group

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System welcomed the ear, nose and throat specialists of the Silverstein Institute into its First Physician Group (FPG) network today, bringing the institute and all 4 of its locations under the FPG umbrella and within the Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, effective March 15, 2021.

When to Visit a Doctor For Your Sinus Infection: Symptoms to Consider
Posted in News & Information
Marina Mangie

When to Visit a Doctor For Your Sinus Infection: Symptoms to Consider

Sinus infections may be caused by a cold, the flu or allergies, but they can also be triggered by bacteria, including streptococcus pneumonia or staphylococcus aureus. Sometimes it can be difficult for patients to determine if they have a cold or a sinus infection because they share similar symptoms.

How Do I Cure Dizziness?
Posted in News & Information
Marina Mangie

How Do I Cure Dizziness?

Do you suffer from dizziness? The good news is you are not alone. Around 15 million people in the United States suffer from dizziness, which can be caused due to many health issues, including sinus, tinnitus and balance disorders. They go pillar to post in hunt of remedies, medication or even miracles that can rid […]