Dr. Richard Murray

06/02/2020

04/15/2020

Dear Patients and Friends,

I am excited to announce that effective June 1, 2020; I will be joining Premier Women’s Care of Southwest Florida.

Over the years, I have worked with many of their physicians and entrusted them with my obstetric patients. Rest assured, you will still receive the same great care and timely responses you have come to expect over the years.

With this change, I will have even more accessible hours for appointments. As part of the group I will offer telemedicine visits, in-office mammography and online scheduling to save you valuable time. Your medical records will easily transfer for continuity of care.

The office is conveniently located nearby at 9021 Park Royal Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33908. The new office phone number is (239) 432-5858. The direct number to schedule an appointment is (239) 256-1446. The new website will be www.pwcswfl.com.

I look forward to seeing you at the new office.
Dr. Richard Murray

03/31/2020

We have added Telehealth today using ZOOM, with audio/video conferencing, to solve issues not necessarily requiring an exam.

Due to Corona virus pandemic we have limited office hours. We are available in office for urgent issues such as abnormal bleeding, breast masses, abscesses, post menopausal bleeding, urinary tract infections, or vaginal infections not responding to standard treatments. Our goal is to keep you out of urgent care center or emergency room.

Please use our web portal to directly contact me swfobgyn.com

Stay well,
Richard D Murray, MD

01/16/2020

2020 Now accepting Tricare. Thank you for your service to our country. 🇺🇸

11/28/2019

Thousands of patients over 16 years, one AWESOME nurse practitioner! Misty, we will miss you. Best of luck in your new research endeavor.

10/29/2019

Two desserts in one week! I have the best patients. Thank you Sandra for the delicious coconut cream pie. Dr. M

10/26/2019

Great 9 years working with Mandy. Thanks for all your hard work! Dr. M

10/24/2019

Happy FALL! Thank you Ardis for this wonderful pumpkin cheesecake.

10/16/2019

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. One out of 8 women are diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. No prescription is needed for a screening mammogram. If you have a strong family history of breast or ovarian cancer, consider genetic testing, it is affordable. If you have any additional questions, please call the office to set up an appointment, 239-275-4300.

09/26/2019

September is Ovarian Cancer awareness month

This year, we honored my sister-in-law Shannon McNeilI, when we walked in the ONE STEP CLOSER TO THE CURE walk-a-thon in St. Petersburg,Fl.
Shannon fought this cancer for ten years and she truly believed in some day having a cure. For now, early detection is important and being aware of the signs and symptoms.

Below are some signs to be aware of with ovarian cancer. If you have any of these symptoms and would like to come in and get checked out, please call to make an appointment, 239-275-4300.

Early-stage ovarian cancer rarely causes any symptoms. Advanced-stage ovarian cancer may cause few and nonspecific symptoms that are often mistaken for more common benign conditions.

Signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer may include:

Abdominal bloating or swelling
Quickly feeling full when eating
Weight loss
Discomfort in the pelvis area
Changes in bowel habits, such as constipation
A frequent need to urinate

When to see a doctor:

Make an appointment with your doctor if you have any signs or symptoms that worry you.

If you have a family history of ovarian cancer or breast cancer, talk to your doctor about your risk of ovarian cancer and Brca testing.

08/22/2019

More women should be assessed for harmful mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes that can increase risk of certain cancers, according to new recommendations.
Previously, it was recommended for women who have a family history of breast, ovarian, tubal or peritoneal cancer to be assessed for harmful BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations.
Now the USPSTF is updating its recommendation for this risk assessment to include women who personally have been diagnosed with breast, ovarian or tubal cancer in the past but completed treatment and are considered "cancer free," and those who have certain ancestries associated with BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutations, such as being of Ashkenazi Jewish descent.

Women with positive results on the primary care risk assessment are then recommended to receive genetic counseling and possibly genetic testing for the mutations.

We offer the simple saliva test in the office, which is now affordable. Call 239-275-4300 to set up an appointment.
Richard D Murray, MD

08/05/2019

BACK TO SCHOOL TEACHERS!
If you need your annual check, we have dedicated openings and extended hours, 7:45am to 4:30pm, this week. We can get you in before school begins. Call us at 239-275-4300.

07/18/2019

Phones are back up and running today. Again, we apologize for any inconvenience.

Dr. M

07/17/2019

We apologize for any inconvenience with trying to contact us today. Our phones and internet were inadvertently cut due to construction near by. Centurylink assured us we would be up and running sometime today.

Thank you for your understanding!

Dr. M

06/29/2019

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention now recommends the HPV vaccine for people up to age 45. Cervical cancer is preventable. The vaccine is also showing benefits for several other cancers including those in head & neck, re**al, and a**l cancers.

Richard D Murray, MD

05/14/2019

Today we celebrate Dr. Georgios Papanikolaou, the Greek cytopathologist who worked with his wife to develop the life-saving medical test known as the Pap smear.

Every minute, 1 woman is diagnosed with . Each year, more than 300 000 women die of cervical cancer. Most of these women are not diagnosed early enough, and lack access to life-saving treatment. Cervical can be prevented with early treatment.

Still used today, the simple, low-cost “Pap smear” makes early detection of cervical cancer in women possible, drastically reducing fatalities.

Cervical cancer can be prevented, get your pap smear and get vaccinated with the HPV vaccine.

Richard D Murray, MD

05/12/2019

Wishing all the moms a
Happy Mother's Day!

02/06/2019

01/21/2019

01/21/2019

NEW YEAR, NEW HOURS!

You spoke and we have listened. We are now offering early morning and lunch appointments.
Please see new hours below:

APPOINTMENT HOURS
Monday-Thursday
7:45am - 11:30am and
12:30pm - 4:00pm
Friday 7:45am-1:00pm

PHONE HOURS
Monday - Thursday
8:00am - 12:00pm
12:30pm - 4:30pm
Friday - 8:00am - 1:00pm

12/19/2018

It is with a heavy heart that I inform you of the passing of my sister-in-law, Shannon McNeill. She courageously fought ovarian cancer for over 9 years and was a CHAMPION in every aspect. Thank you for the outpouring of support and love throughout the years.

12/09/2018

Office Christmas party 2018
Katie, Angela Penland Fisher, Misty DeSomma, Claudia and Mandy.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy Holiday!

11/16/2018

2018 UF College of Medicine Reunion.
F. Lee Howington M.D. Class of 1963 and
Richard Murray M.D. Class of 1993

Dr. Howington is one of the best physicians I have ever met and the reason why I moved to Fort Myers.

10/26/2018

Congratulations to Mandy who has been with me 8 years!
She is loyal and is extremely dedicated. Our patients love her. She works hard and brings great joy to the office. Thank you for your years of commitment and I look forward to many more.

10/25/2018

Another great photo of Trudy celebrating her 100th Birthday with her daughter and staff. She is amazing!

10/25/2018

Happy birthday to our favorite Centenarian

10/23/2018

1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime and early detection saves lives. Monthly self breast exams, annual clinical breast exams, and annual mammograms are recommended.
Please get a screening mammogram. No prescription or order is needed.
If you have pain, feel a lump, or have a family history of breast cancer, please get a breast exam first and then more than a screening mammogram may be needed.

10/05/2018

Happy Birthday Dr. Murray!