News at MCOR

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month

Many forms of glaucoma have no symptoms in their early stages, which is why glaucoma often is called “the silent thief of sight.” And the only way to accurately diagnose…
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Lecture Series: Prostate Cancer

The Medical Center’s 2022 Lecture Series kicks off with an exploration of the latest advancements in prostate cancer science with the University of Miami Health System’s Dr. Dipen J. Parekh.…
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Testing: 1 … 2 … 3

The Medical Center’s response to COVID-19 has been the focus of 2020, 2021, and the start of 2022. Monroe County reported a 39.1 percent positivity rate in COVID during the…
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Renew in 2022!

“You are never too old to reinvent yourself.” — Comedian Steve Harvey Make a commitment in 2022 to renew your focus on healthy habits. Start with little tweaks that can…
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Vaccinated. Boosted. Now what?

You’ve been vaccinated and had your booster. What’s next? Continue to practice the usual safety precautions like social distancing, appropriate masking, handwashing and testing. If you possibly have been exposed,…
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Cardiology Services at the Medical Center

We are pleased to announce the addition of Cardiologist Benjamin Hurwitz, M.D., to our Visiting Specialists program. He is a Board-certified physician with Cardiovascular Wellness Center located in Homestead, Florida,…
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Special Needs Patients: Hurricane Preparedness

If you are planning on staying longer at your Ocean Reef residence this year or are a full-time resident, the Medical Center encourages you to plan in advance of a…
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Mindfulness

We live in an age of ceaseless information, with a cacophony of distractions. At any given moment the mind is processing too many “to-do” lists in everyday life and we…
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Listen to Your Body

Summertime sports and activities can still be enjoyed safely when taking the proper measures. The best time to play tennis or pickleball in the summer is early morning or late…
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Introducing Dr. Mary Woods

The Medical Center is pleased to announce the addition of Mary Woods, M.D., to its clinical staff of exceptional providers. Dr. Woods is a family medicine physician with a strong…
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