We Have a Physiatrist! (What’s a Physiatrist?)
The Medical Center is pleased to announce the addition of board-certified physiatrist, Ronald Tolchin, D.O., to our Visiting Specialists program. A physiatrist (pronounced fi-zahy-uh-trist) specializes in spine care and physical…
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You Are What You Eat!
Overindulging during the holidays, or coming down with a virus or the flu, can wreak havoc on anyone’s system. Today there is a lot of emphasis on probiotics as a…
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Lecture Series: “Heart Talk” Gets 2019 Series Beating
Baptist Health South Florida and the Ocean Reef Medical Center Foundation are pleased to present “Heart Talk,” the first installment in this season’s Medical Center Lecture Series, with Drs. Mario…
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Rick Baxley, M.D., Chosen to Lead Private Medicine Plus+
St. Augustine native Dr. Rick Baxley will join the Medical Center team to lead the Private Medicine Plus+ program. Dr. Baxley’s 18 years at his Baxley Center for Executive Health…
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Did You Really Wash Them?
National Handwashing Awareness Week is Dec. 4-10 and is certainly timely with the upcoming flu season. It’s a good reminder of how important it is to wash your hands properly…
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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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Establishing Healthy Sleep Patterns
Having a hard time falling asleep, experiencing frequent sleep disturbances and suffering daytime sleepiness are the most telling signs of poor sleep habits. This overall lack of consistency in sleep…
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Off-Season Medication Reminders
Here are a few important reminders for members who may be preparing to leave Ocean Reef for the season. Medication Disposal Standard medications can be brought to the Medical Center…
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Spotlight on Chiropractic Services
The Medical Center’s Visiting Specialist program has a well-rounded list of specialty physicians. Along with the 20-plus traditional M.D. specialists, there are chiropractic services including practitioners David F. Coppola, DC;…
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The Importance of Foot Care
With every step, your feet take a pounding equivalent of up to 2.5 times your body weight. After decades of wear and tear, it’s no wonder foot woes start to…
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