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Primary care physician Jorge Cabrera, M.D., now seeing patients in Venice Venice residents have a new option when it comes to family medicine providers with the addition of Jorge Cabrera, M.D., to ShorePoint Primary Care. Carbrera recently celebrated the opening of his new office at 1221 Jacaranda Blvd. in Venice HealthPark with the Venice Chamber of Commerce, colleagues and community members. Cabrera is board certified in family medicine and has served Southwest Florida since 2013. He specializes in pr... ... Read More

Cardiologist/electro-physiologist specializing in heart rhythms opens new office in North Port. Accepting new patients. (July 26, 2024) Those in North Port now have a new option when it comes to cardiology care with the opening of ShorePoint Medical Group Cardiology at 18659 Tamiami Trail. Porur Somasundaram M.D., (Dr. Som), is practicing at the location and recently celebrated the opening with the North Port Chamber of Commerce, colleagues and community members. Som is board certified in internal medic... ... Read More

Port Charlotte, Florida – ShorePoint Health invites community members to join the hospital's efforts to fight hunger by participating in the second annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive benefiting the Charlotte County Homeless Coalition. Peanut butter is a sought after item for food banks because of its high nutritional value and long shelf life. Yet, it is one of the least donated items. The Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive kicks off on March 5 and will run through March 25. “We recognize the impact ... ... Read More

Punta Gorda, Florida – February 13, 2024 – ShorePoint Health Punta Gorda proudly announces the grand opening of its new behavioral health center on February 29 at 5:30 p.m. Located within the ShorePoint Health kospital building, this new location marks a transformative milestone in delivering mental health care services to our community. Following the devastation of Hurricane Ian, which severely damaged our longstanding facility that had been serving our community since the 1980s, ShorePoint Health Punt... ... Read More

ShorePoint Health is adjusting services for its location at 2521 Del Prado Blvd North, Cape Coral, FL 33909. Effective February 14, 2024, the location will discontinue offering urgent care services and exclusively offer emergency room (ER) services. This change will enable ShorePoint Health to concentrate its efforts and resources on delivering prompt and high-quality emergency medical care to the Cape Coral community. For emergency medical situations, individuals should continue to utilize the FSED for... ... Read More

ShorePoint Health is proud to announce that it has been honored with the 2024 Community Leaders Awards Shining Star Award by the Gulf Coast Partnership. This recognition underscores ShorePoint Health's exceptional dedication to healthcare excellence and community service, particularly demonstrated during the challenging times of COVID-19 and Hurricane Ian. The Gulf Coast Partnership, a prominent organization committed to fostering community development, praised ShorePoint Health's outstanding contributi... ... Read More

Charlotte County, FL – It’s a leap year, and that means we all can look forward to an extra day in February – an extra day to enjoy life, be well, and pursue the things that make us happy. And, while an extra day is nice, what if you could add more years to your life? Caring for your heart is one of the best ways to increase longevity. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States, responsible for one in five adult deaths in the U.S each year. The CDC (Centers for Disease Control a... ... Read More

Check your deductible status and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) balance to see if there’s money to be saved or used. Most consumers pay significant premiums for their health insurance, but not everyone takes full advantage of the benefits of insurance coverage, especially once the annual deductible has been reached. Using your health plan benefits for medical visits, screenings and procedures is the best way to support your overall health. And, as the current plan year comes to an end, right now may be... ... Read More

Punta Gorda, FL– ShorePoint Health Punta Gorda, a cornerstone of exceptional healthcare in the City of Punta Gorda, proudly announces the completion of renovations that will enhance the patient experience and expand its comprehensive care offerings. The newly renovated lobby, patient registration area, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and outpatient services suites are the result of a significant investment in both patient comfort and healthcare technology. These updates represent a pivotal moment in the hosp... ... Read More

Obstetrician and gynecologist Scott Hankinson, M.D., has joined ShorePoint Medical Group, the affiliated medical group of ShorePoint Health Port Charlotte and Punta Gorda. Dr. Hankinson graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He completed residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Medical Center of Delaware (now Christiana Care) in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Hankinson is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Hankinson’s areas of specia... ... Read More