Baptist Health Bethesda Hospital West

08/09/2025

New studies from the American Cancer Society have found a significant rise in colorectal cancer screenings and early-stage diagnoses among U.S. adults aged 45-49. Learn more in our weekly news roundup. https://bit.ly/4ooI41k

08/09/2025

08/08/2025

A big congratulations to the FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine Class of 2029! Your white coats represent a symbol of compassion, integrity, and excellence. Your journey in medicine starts now, and we’re honored to cheer you on every step of the way.

Special thanks to Dr. Geoffrey Young, Baptist Health Cancer Care Chief of Head & Neck Cancer Surgery and FIU’s Chair of Surgical Sciences, for an inspiring keynote that captured the true heart of this calling.

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08/08/2025

“I always thought I was defective,” says Gani Espinoza, reflecting on a lifetime of depression, learning disabilities, and self-destructive habits. Nothing seemed to help, not medication and not therapy, until he met Dr. Rachel Rohaidy at Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute.

Through transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) an innovative, noninvasive therapy for treatment-resistant depression, Gani began to notice a change. His low moods did not last as long. He slept better. He felt more focused at home, at work, and with his kids.

“TMS gave me the extra thing I needed to move forward,” he says. “I do not feel defective anymore.”

Click to read how advanced brain health care helped Gani reclaim his life: https://baptisthealth.net/baptist-health-news/transcranial-magnetic-stimulation-tms-gave-him-his-life-back

08/08/2025

We’re proud to provide quality orthopedic care to the communities we serve.

Baptist Health Orthopedic Care was ranked #1 in South Florida for Orthopedics by U.S. News and World Report, #3 in Florida and #53 nationally, with high-performing ratings in complex orthopedic care, hip fracture treatment, and hip and knee replacement surgeries. We're proud to provide quality care to the communities we serve.

08/07/2025

If you’ve explored cognitive enhancers or anti-aging solutions, you might have come across mentions of methylene blue. While this compound has potential benefits for some, it also comes with significant risks. https://bit.ly/46EFGxc

08/06/2025

Singer Justin Timberlake recently revealed he was diagnosed with Lyme disease after some backlash from fans about his world tour performances. It’s brought up conversations about the disease and, here in South Florida, if it’s a risk we need to watch out for. Here's what you need to know:

🍍“In places in the Northeast, about half the ticks during the summer can be infected with the disease; whereas, in places where there’s not a lot of Lyme disease, like Florida or Arizona, the majority of adult ticks are not infected," says Dr. Andrew Forster, internal medicine physician with Baptist Health Primary Care.

🍍Lyme Disease Symptoms include fatigue, fever, headache, and skin rash. If left untreated, Lyme disease can spread to the heart, joints and nervous system.

🍍When it comes to protecting yourself from ticks and the disease, Dr. Forster advises people to be fully covered when hiking, and to conduct tick checks, especially in areas like under your arm, the back of your knees, and scalp. if you're experiencing symptoms, do consult a healthcare provider.

08/05/2025

A new study from Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute is challenging everything we thought we knew about treating deep brain tumors. See how the gentlest touch sometimes yields the most powerful results. https://bit.ly/3J49WYp

08/04/2025

“It was terrifying,” says Susan, remembering the moment her legs stopped responding in the ocean. That one incident led to a 20-year struggle with unexplained symptoms like falls, memory loss, and personality changes.

Doctors suspected dementia but couldn’t offer a solution — until she came to Marcus Neuroscience Institute at Boca Raton Regional Hospital, part of Baptist Health. There, she was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a reversible brain condition often mistaken for Alzheimer’s.

After surgery to relieve the pressure on her brain, Susan is walking stronger and feeling like herself again.

Tap to read how expert neurological care changed her life: https://baptisthealth.net/baptist-health-news/when-a-mystery-illness-actually-has-a-fix-new-hope-for-patient-with-brain-condition

08/04/2025

Sarcomas are often painless in their early stages so these cancers often go undetected until they’re more advanced, says Harold Huss, M.D., a surgical oncologist at Lynn Cancer Institute, part of Baptist Health. https://bit.ly/3JfaScu

08/03/2025

For 20 years Susan Morfesi struggled with a mystery illness affecting her physical and mental health. She finally found an answer – and a fix – with neurosurgeon Frank Vironis, M.D., at Marcus Neuroscience Institute, part of Baptist Health.
https://bit.ly/4oBvSuz

08/03/2025

Baptist Health Cancer Care specialists are using therapies that deliver new levels of precision and personalization and provide new hope for those diagnosed with lung cancer, the leading cause of U.S. cancer deaths. https://bit.ly/4oj7kpV

03/09/2025

01/20/2025

Today, we honor the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His legacy and universal message of freedom, equality, justice and love lived on as we come together to serve others.

11/04/2024

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07/25/2024

Some mother-daughter experiences create shared moments and happy memories but renal cancer is not one of them. See how Beth Berliant and her mom are now both cancer-free, thanks to Raymond Leveillee, M.D.
https://baptisthealth.net/baptist-health-news/like-mother-like-daughter-fighting-kidney-cancer-with-expert-care

06/05/2024

Learn more about this exciting opportunity at the virtual info sessions linked below! ⬇️🍍🏥

Bethesda College of Health Sciences is hosting 3 virtual open houses via Zoom tomorrow to share more information about the Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) and Associate of Science in Radiography programs. Join the Zoom info sessions linked the link below to learn more about the curriculum and application requirements 🏥 💻

1️⃣ 8:00 a.m. EST: https://baptisthealth.zoom.us/j/98608199507?pwd=R0J2ekw2azRUckZsVStoRDhXa3RFZz09
2️⃣ 11:00 a.m. EST: https://baptisthealth.zoom.us/j/97357560296?pwd=N3h2aWtHSE1oYUpUTDU3UW5MeEdUUT09
3️⃣ 5:00 p.m. EST: https://baptisthealth.zoom.us/j/96426433746?pwd=MEJTU3dKanRmS0NBei8vbE50VU5sZz09

Which session are you joining?

04/05/2024

02/08/2024

This February, we are making it easier to keep your heart beating strong with a non-invasive CT calcium scoring, also known as a coronary artery calcium test, for a special price of $49. Call 833-596-2473 and ask to schedule your appointment, or visit https://bitly.ws/3czab.

02/02/2024

Today we joined South Florida in donning our best reds in honor of National Wear Red Day. Every year we do this to bring awareness to heart and cardiovascular disease, which is still the #1 threat to women. Did you wear your red today?

10/23/2023

Did you know that approximately 25% of adults have arthritis? If you are struggling with the aches and pains of arthritis, we can help. Join us to learn more by registering for this free program at 561-737-7733, ext. 84195.

09/20/2023

The idea of reversing the direction of your blood flow may seem astounding but that’s the concept behind an ingenious treatment being used by vascular surgeons at Bethesda Hospital to prevent strokes. https://bit.ly/451MoJh

09/15/2023

L’Shana Tovah! 🍎🍯 Wishing those who celebrate a happy, healthy, and sweet new year!

09/11/2023

Today, on the 22nd anniversary of 9/11, we remember those who died, those who survived, and those who carry on.

09/04/2023

Celebrating by giving a shoutout to our incredible family, the ones who consistently dedicate themselves to our patients. Your efforts truly shape our community into a healthier and happier space to thrive. We appreciate you and wish you a Happy Labor Day.

08/31/2023

The community is invited to attend an enlightening session of learning about atrial fibrillation and current treatments featuring John N. Bibawy, M.D., FACC, FHRS, Cardiac Electrophysiologist.

Wednesday, September 27 at 4:30 p.m.
Bethesda Hospital West – Education Classrooms
9655 West Boynton Beach Blvd., Boynton Beach
Registration: 561-737-7733, Ext. 84195

For a complete listing of free community programs, visit BaptistHealth.net/CommunityHealth.