AdventHealth Medical Group - West Florida

10/30/2025

We are excited to welcome Marilou Folk, APRN to Primary Care Venice.

Marilou is an advanced practice registered nurse who sees patients 5 and up. She has over 20 years of nursing experience and felt called to the field by her need to help others. In her free time, she enjoys kayaking, hiking and spending time with her two German Shepards. She is currently accepting new patients and would be happy to care for you.

For more information or to book an appointment, please visit bit.ly/479AWj3

10/29/2025

Optimal heart health starts with compassionate, preventive care ❤️. With Toriquic Dunkley, DNP, APRN, AGPCNP-C, joining AdventHealth Medical Group Heart Care at North Dale Mabry, patients ages 13 and older now have access to expert, whole-person cardiovascular care close to home.

Toriquic is a board-certified primary care nurse practitioner specializing in cardiology. He felt called to medicine through his deep commitment to improving people’s quality of life and bridging the gap between prevention and treatment by empowering his patients to take control of their health.

Toriquic earned his master’s degree from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University and his Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University of South Florida. He also holds various professional certifications and licenses. He is dedicated to our mission of Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ by taking a compassionate, respectful, and a supportive approach to care 🌟.

In his free time, Toriquic enjoys fitness training, traveling, trying new cuisines, and engaging in personal growth activities. He is especially passionate about nutrition, metabolic health, and helping others reach their physical potential 💪.

Learn more about the care Toriquic brings to cardiology. He is now accepting new patients. For more information or to book an appointment, please visit https://bit.ly/42T6Hu9

10/28/2025

We are excited to welcome Dr. Mary Lilko to Primary Care Punta Gorda and Primary Care Venice.

Dr. Lilko is a highly skilled physician who cares for patients ages 12 and up. Dr. Lilko is passionate about going the extra mile for her patients to ensure they receive the best care possible. In her free time, she enjoys volunteering at the Humane Society, playing pickleball and cheering on OSU football. She is currently accepting new patients and would be happy to care for you.

For more information and to book an appointment, visit bit.ly/4o1ojwl

10/27/2025

Whole-person care starts with a healthy mind and brain 🧠. With Caralynn Li, DO, joining AdventHealth Medical Group Neuroscience at Tampa, patients ages 18 and older now have access to compassionate, expert care for a wide range of neurological conditions — with a special focus on epilepsy.

Dr. Li is a board-certified neurologist fluent in English and Chinese. She felt called to medicine because of her passion for connecting with others on a deeper level to bring healing and hope. She finds joy in making a meaningful difference in her patients’ health and wellness.

Dr. Li earned her medical degree from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her neurology residency at the University of South Florida. She then pursued both a clinical neurophysiology fellowship and an epilepsy fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Dr. Li believes in treating the whole person — body, mind, and spirit 💙. She is committed to our mission of Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ and empowers her patients to take an active role in their neurological health.

In her free time, Dr. Li enjoys running, biking, hiking, and playing tennis 🏃‍♀️.

Learn more about the care Dr. Li brings to neurology. She is now accepting new patients. For more information or to book an appointment, please visit https://bit.ly/47ASa8Y.

10/25/2025

Trust that His plans are greater, His timing perfect and His love unfailing.

10/24/2025

AdventHealth Lab Zephyrhills is now open! 💙

Get lab work on your schedule, close to home at our new Zephyrhills lab. Offering evening and weekend hours, walk in or book your visit today for expert care: bit.ly/3WGdqnP

Visit us at:
38030 Medical Center Avenue
Zephyrhills, FL 35540

10/23/2025

Join us this October as we shine a light on breast cancer. 🩷

For our Light Your Porch Pink movement, we’re providing our community with special light bulbs to light porches pink.

To receive your pink light bulb, visit one of our AdventHealth Imaging Centers! PinkPorchFL.com

10/23/2025

Heart health matters at every stage of life. ❤️ With Harini Lakshman, MD, joining AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiology at Sun N Lake, patients ages 18 and up now have expanded access to compassionate, expert cardiovascular care close to home.

Dr. Lakshman is a board-certified cardiologist specializing in cardiovascular disease. She provides patient-centered care for heart and vascular conditions with a focus on prevention and early detection. 🩺 As a former patient herself, Dr. Lakshman is committed to always putting her patients first and being their strongest advocate.

She believes everyone deserves compassionate and personalized cardiovascular care and empowers her patients to live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Dr. Lakshman is board-certified in numerous specialties by several American boards and is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Lakshman enjoys gardening, traveling, and spending time with her family. 👨‍👩‍👧

Learn more about the heart Dr. Lakshman brings to cardiology. She is now accepting new patients. For more information or to book an appointment, please visit https://bit.ly/3JhHiDB.

10/22/2025

We are excited to welcome Gilbert Hernandez, APRN to Primary Care at Zephyrhills.

Gilbert is an advanced practice registered nurse who sees patients ages 12 and up. He has over 25 years of health care experience and treats every patient like they are his family. In his free time, he enjoys gardening, traveling with his family and watching football. Gilbert is also bilingual and speaks both Spanish and English.

For more information or to book an appointment, please visit https://bit.ly/4oph0ON

10/21/2025

Pelvic health is an important part of overall wellness and we’re here to help you feel comfortable and supported every step of the way.

Discover how Dr. Santa-Cruz treats pelvic floor prolapse and erectile dysfunction through innovative IPP therapy:

Learn more about how Dr. Santa-Cruz treats women with pelvic floor prolapse and men with erectile dysfunction through inflatable pe**le prosthesis (IPP).

10/21/2025

Colore**al cancer often starts silently, but a colonoscopy can stop it before it starts.

Abdallah A. Abdallah, MD, an AdventHealth gastroenterologist, is here to help by sharing how a colonoscopy can affect your whole health, and why early detection can save lives.

Read more in our latest blog:

Abdallah A. Abdallah, MD, an AdventHealth gastroenterologist, shares how a colonoscopy can affect your whole health, and why early detection can save lives.

10/20/2025

Over 50? At risk for osteoporosis?

This might be your sign to talk to your doctor about a DEXA scan. A quick, and painless test that checks your bone density.

10/07/2025

We see you. We grieve with you. You are deeply held in our hearts, today and always. 🩷🩵

10/04/2025

In Him, we find peace, purpose and protection.

10/02/2025

Every baby deserves a healthy start. In Nepal, the AdventHealth Global Missions team partnered with local medical professionals, sharing tools and resources to help lower infant mortality rates for generations to come.

10/01/2025

Parenting is tough. Parenting with ADHD while raising a child with ADHD? That’s a double challenge, and it calls for extra grace and support.

Learn ways to help you and your child thrive together: https://bit.ly/4mT767L

09/30/2025

Dads, your mental health matters too.

Learn more about the signs, stressors and support options available to new dads: https://bit.ly/44P0twK

09/29/2025

This , Dr. Derbas is here to remind you that any activity that gets your body moving can support your heart health. What's your favorite way to stay heart healthy? ❤️

09/27/2025

Let this be your reminder today:

Pray with purpose.
Believe with confidence.
Receive with gratitude.

09/25/2025

If your baby is having trouble sleeping, talk to your pediatrician. They can help you navigate sleep changes and offer guidance tailored to your baby's needs.

Have a sleep tip you think new parents should know? Share it in the comments. ⬇️

09/24/2025

September is 🩸 Let’s come together to support those impacted, and help others better understand the risks. Share to spread awareness.

09/22/2025

Early detection saves lives. Routine screenings like the PSA blood test and digital re**al exam (DRE) can catch prostate cancer early, when treatment is most effective.

Talk to your doctor about prostate cancer risk factors and screening options.

09/21/2025

When a loved one has Alzheimer’s, every word, smile and moment matters.

09/20/2025

His love is the remedy for every wound.