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08/06/2025

Feeling dizzy or off balance? At UF Health, our rehab team uses advanced testing technology to uncover the root cause and help you take steady steps toward renewed confidence. Discover how this technology could support your recovery and more in our latest Health Matters blog:

Dizziness and balance issues can interfere with nearly every aspect of life — from walking and standing, to sitting, bending or simply turning your head.…

08/05/2025

After shattering his tibia and fibula during a Yulee High School football game last Fall, T.J. Williamson thought his dreams of a future football career were over. Now, 9 months later, TJ is sprinting, catching passes and scoring touchdowns, all thanks to the expert care of UF Health Orthopaedic Trauma team. Read our latest blog post all about TJ’s journey from injury to recovery.

High school star athlete quickly back to top form

08/05/2025

At UF Health Jacksonville, Dr. Gundale is dedicated to helping patients facing cancerous and non-cancerous conditions of the head and neck including oral cancers to skin cancers of the face and neck. He not only performs life-saving surgeries, but also uses advanced reconstructive techniques to restore function, comfort, and confidence after treatment.

Meet UF Health Jacksonville otolaryngologist, Abhijit Gundale, MD. Dr. Gundale is an ear, nose and throat physician, as well as a head and neck surgeon, who ...

08/04/2025

When you or your loved one are faced with a neurological condition, it’s not just the treatment that matters. At UF Health, our expert neurosurgeons combine compassion, innovation and a team-based approach to provide excellent care to help patients reclaim their lives. We combine leading-edge technology with heartfelt care that provides healing and hope for what’s next.

Learn more here: https://ufhealthjax.org/specialties/neurosurgery

07/30/2025

We’re proud to share that UF Health Jacksonville has been recognized by the American Heart Association with its 2025 Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Award which highlights our advanced care for stroke therapy and diabetes.

When patients come through our doors with a stroke, our team delivers life-saving treatment quickly, following the latest research-based guidelines to give our patients the best chance at recovery and independence.

Learn more about other AHA awards we received for 2025 and what this means for the care we provide everyday: https://ufhealthjax.org/news/2025/uf-health-honored-for-stroke-and-diabetes-care-by-aha

07/29/2025

This spring, The Bethel Church turned generosity into joy during its 6th annual Autism Toy Drive. Members of the congregation came together and were able to collect more than 350 toys and clothing items for children with autism and related disabilities served by UF Health Neurodevelopmental Pediatrics and CARD.

These thoughtful gifts will be shared with more than 50 families at the Seasons of Hope Dinner in December, reminding them they’re not alone and that their community cares.

We are deeply grateful to The Bethel Church for continuing to brighten lives and support the children and families we serve. 💙

07/28/2025

Ready to launch your leadership journey in one of Florida’s premier academic health centers? The UF Health Jacksonville Administrative Fellowship is a dynamic, one-year experience designed for emerging healthcare leaders. Fellows gain hands-on exposure to executive strategy, operational rotations, and high-impact projects that shape patient care and innovation across our health system.
Learn more at: https://ufhealthjax.org/administrative-fellowship

07/22/2025

While returning from international travels, Rita Jay was diagnosed with life-threatening aortic dissection, and then three months later diagnosed with aortic aneurysm. Her diagnosis changed everything. She knew she needed expert care she could trust and turned to UF Health Jacksonville.

With the skill and compassion of Dr. Thomas Zeyl and Dr. Erol Belli, Rita's complex case was met with urgency, precision and compassion. From diagnosis to surgery and recovery, her journey is a powerful reminder that expert care can truly save lives.

Today, Rita is back to enjoying retirement life—and grateful that UF Health Jacksonville was her lifeline in the most critical moments. Be sure to read Rita's full story on our blog, Health Matters:

“I’m so grateful to be here today,” Rita Jay said. “Dr. Zeyl and Dr. Belli saved my life twice. I know how lucky I am, and I’m amazed by their skill and the…

07/18/2025

Are You Getting Enough Sleep? Here's What a Sleep Expert Wants You to Know 😴
If you or your family are struggling with sleep, you’re not alone. Millions of adults and children face sleep challenges that can affect their overall health.

Dr. Mariam Louis, director of the UF Health Sleep Program, explains what healthy sleep habits should look like and provides science-backed tips to improve sleep for both kids and adults.

Watch the full segment featured on Action News Jax:

The 2025 results of a poll conducted by the National Sleep Foundation found 6 out of 10 adults don’t get enough sleep, 4 in 10 have trouble falling asleep during the week, and almost half have trouble staying asleep.

07/18/2025

Have you saved your seat yet? Join us Tuesday, July 22 for an empowering evening event: "Navigating Menopause: Strategies for a Vibrant, Healthy Life." This is a FREE health series presented by UF Health Jacksonville experts.

Discover real, practical solutions for managing menopause and enhancing your well-being from a team of trusted specialists:
🔹 Andrew M. Kaunitz, MD, FACOG – Obstetrician-Gynecologist
🔹 Ruchira Singh, MD, FACOG – Urogynecologist & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgeon

A light dinner will be provided. The event is free, but seating is limited.
Don’t miss this opportunity to take charge of your health with guidance from leading professionals. Click the link for more event details and to register:
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07/11/2025

For nearly two decades, Keri lived with chronic back pain that slowly took away the life she loved — from horseback riding and yoga to simple everyday movements.
But one decision changed everything.

After choosing spine surgery at UF Health Jacksonville, Keri got her life back. Today, she’s active again, doing what she loves and proving that healing and new beginnings are possible with the right care.

Keri’s story is a reminder that sometimes, the first step toward healing is choosing where to begin.

Read her full journey and discover how expert care helped her reclaim her life: https://ufhealthjax.org/stories/2025/keri-beats-unbearable-back-pain-with-complex-spine-surgery-at-uf-health-jacksonville

07/09/2025

Can small changes really improve your health long-term?
In Part 2 of our Transform Your Health with Lifestyle Medicine series, Dr. Karina Doucet breaks down common lifestyle medicine myths and shares how simple, sustainable changes in your daily routine can lead to better health, more energy, and a longer life.

Lifestyle medicine misconceptions, a physician’s approach to care and making simple lifestyle changes today. (This blog is part two of a two-part series on…