Tesha Simpson, Seasoned Healthcare Executive, to Serve as Chief Executive Officer, Effective January 2025 Clay Richards, Executive Chairman, to Continue to Serve as Interim Chief Executive Officer to Ensure a Smooth Transition Fort Myers, Fla., October 15, 2024 – Millennium Physician Group (“MPG” or the “Company”), a value-based physician group with more than 900 healthcare […]
As we approach the peak of hurricane season, it’s important to take a moment to make sure you’re prepared for the next severe weather event that may head our way. Including your medications in your planning is a critical step in staying safe before, during, and after a storm. What to Pack These items should [...]
Mosaic Health Introduced as a National Primary Care Delivery Platform Mosaic Health will accelerate innovation in comprehensive primary care, enhance the healthcare experience, and improve health outcomes NASHVILLE, TN – August 14, 2024 – Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (“CD&R”) and Elevance Health announced today the introduction of Mosaic Health, a national care delivery platform bringing […]
Physicians will be able to better support and care for patients in any healthcare setting, including post-acute facilities and the home. OVERLAND PARK, Kan., and FORT MYERS, Fla. - March 5, 2024 - WellSky, a leading health and community care technology company, and Millennium Physician Group, a value-based physician group with more than 800 healthcare [...]
Value-based organizations collaborate to deliver high quality, affordable care to Florida patients managing complex chronic conditions. NASHVILLE, Tenn., and Fort Myers, Fl. (Dec. 1, 2023) - Monogram Health, the nation's leading value-based provider of in-home, evidence-based care and benefit management services for patients living with chronic kidney (CKD) and end stage kidney disease (ESKD), and [...]
In honor of National Caregivers Appreciation Month, we recognize caregivers' essential role and how we can better support them. The role of caregivers cannot be overstated. These are the unsung heroes, the invisible workforce that tirelessly works behind the scenes to ensure the health and well-being of our most vulnerable members. The Importance of Caregivers [...]
Alejandro Perez-Trepichio, MD Chief Medical Officer, Millennium Physician Group President, Collier County Medical Society As we welcome the new fall-winter season, it's inevitable that vaccinations, particularly flu shots, become a topic of discussion for many. This 2023-2024 season introduces us to new options, including the first-ever respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine and the novel COVID-19 [...]
How a Simple Test Can Help People With Diabetes Avoid Serious Complications If you’re one of the millions with diabetes or you’re one of the millions more who are considered pre-diabetic, knowing and understanding your A1C is vital. A valuable screening tool, measuring your A1C isn’t just for people already diagnosed with diabetes. Millennium Physician [...]
Better Hearing = Better Brain Health Scientists estimate hearing loss may be the biggest potentially treatable risk factor for dementia. In fact, a one study found a significant connection between hearing loss and cognitive decline. Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist Matthew Connor explains how you can improve what you hear and protect how you think. [...]
Early screening for memory issues is clinically important in diagnosing conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. There are some useful outpatient screenings healthcare providers as well as psychiatrists often use in their office practices. The One-Minute Naming Test is a simple one you can try at home if you think you or someone you love [...]
Find Out If You Can Still Make Changes to Your 2023 Medicare Coverage Due to the exceptional circumstances brought on during the 2022 hurricane season, Medicare established a special enrollment opportunity for qualifying Floridians. The Hurricane Ian Special Enrollment Period (SEP) related to Tropical Storm Nicole runs until July 31. Who's Eligible? The Tropical Storm [...]
Health Advice for Men and the People Who Love Them According to the Men’s Health Network, men are less healthy and have shorter life expectancies than women. June is Men’s Health Month and the perfect time to discuss how men can help beat the odds by taking better care of themselves and taking charge of [...]
You Can Still Make Changes to Your 2023 Medicare Coverage Due to the exceptional circumstances brought on during the 2022 hurricane season, Medicare established a special enrollment opportunity for qualifying Floridians. The Hurricane Ian Special Enrollment Period (SEP) related to Tropical Storm Nicole runs until July 31. Who's Eligible The Tropical Storm Nicole disaster SEP [...]
An Important Hurricane Checklist for Your Health We all know how to prepare our homes for hurricane season, but what about our health? Being medically prepared when a hurricane or tropical storm approaches could save your life. Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Eilene Weibley, MD, says medical preparedness is often overlooked when hurricanes are [...]
Attend a local or virtual Medicare answers meeting Due to the exceptional circumstances brought on during the 2022 hurricane season, Medicare established a special enrollment opportunity for qualifying Floridians. The Hurricane Ian Special Enrollment Period (SEP) is expiring on May 31, but there is also an SEP related to Tropical Storm Nicole that goes until [...]
Take This At-Home Hearing Test Think about the last time you were in a social or group setting. Maybe dinner with friends, your weekly card night, or a pickleball playoff. Now, think about this morning at home. Did you catch the local news on TV or take a surprise phone call from your grandkids? Now, [...]
How Good Mental Health Improves Your Quality of Life It's just as important to take care of your mental health as it is to take care of your physical health. Medicare covers a number of services to support you, including outpatient mental health services like depression screening, individual and group psychotherapy, and family counseling. You [...]
One of the Least Embarrassing Things You Should Talk to Your Doctor About by Ryan Baker, MD, FAAFP Primary-care physicians often find themselves on the frontline of recognizing and diagnosing mental health issues in their patients, especially depression. In fact, according to the National Institutes of Health, more and more patients, especially patients with depression, [...]
National Minority Health Month is observed the entire month of April. Family Medicine Physician Chantel Jacobs explains why the color of your skin shouldn’t affect the quality of your care. All Americans should have equal opportunities to pursue a healthy lifestyle, but research reveals that’s not always the case. Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician [...]
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment Is a Hands-On Approach to Relieve Joint and Back Pain Back and joint pain are common conditions that your primary-care provider might refer you to a specialist for. This may lead you to consider a technique called osteopathic manipulative treatment - or OMT. Millennium Physician Group Sports Medicine Physician Reginald Pinder, DO, [...]
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What You Need to Know About Aging In to Medicare Most people look forward to becoming eligible for Medicare, but “aging in” to the program can be intimidating. There’s a lot to learn! We hit the streets to find out what some Medicare-age folks really think of the whole process. Rebecca knows the basics, “I [...]
Attend a Local or Virtual Medicare Answers Meeting During this meeting, our partners at HealthShare360 will cover: How pharmacy benefits work under Medicare Additional benefits Medicare can cover you may not be aware of How to find the best plan for you that includes your doctors and preferred hospital Call 844.878.5012 or click to see [...]
April 1 - 7 Was National Medication Safety Week It’s important to learn how to use your medicines safely to avoid unwanted side effects and interactions - especially as you age. The older you get, the more likely you are to be taking additional medicines (prescription and over-the-counter) which can increase your chance of having [...]
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month By Erin Wolf, APRN “Have you had your colonoscopy?” This is a question your primary-care provider may ask you during your annual visit. You might dread the question (and the procedure), but it’s an important part of preventing colorectal cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is [...]
A Letter to Patients from Millennium’s Director of Value-Based Pharmacy Dear Valued Patients, Taking your medications as prescribed is an important step in preventing complications from your chronic health conditions. Complications from diseases such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol can be severe and may even increase your risk of hospitalization and poor [...]
The Importance of Medication Adherence If you’ve been diagnosed with high cholesterol your doctor may prescribe you a statin medication to help manage it. But getting that prescription is just half the battle. Millennium Physician Group Clinical Pharmacist Brittany Orr explains how to harness the full power of your prescription. “When you think about statins, [...]
You May Have More Time to Enroll! According to our trusted HealthShare360 Medicare experts, if you live in an area that was impacted by Hurricane Ian and this prevented you from taking action, such as enrolling in a plan or making changes to your current plan, over the Annual Enrollment Period (Oct 15 – Dec [...]
Sadia Khanani, MD, FSBI Naples Imaging Specialist Sadia Khanani, MD, FSBI is fellowship trained in breast imaging from Harvard Medical School/Massachusetts General Hospital and was most recently an Associate Professor of Radiology at Mayo Clinic. She brings her years of expertise from top-ranked medical centers and her strong clinical and research background to provide you [...]
Spring Clean Your Sleep Routine A good night’s sleep sure seems to put a little pep in our step. But can you really sleep your way to better health? Benjamin Franklin said, “Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise,” and more recently Beyonce was quoted in an article [...]
by Erin Wolf, APRN It’s not too late to take a step in the right direction this month - literally! February is American Heart Month, and while Americans suffer more than 1.5 million heart attacks and strokes every year, heart disease is largely preventable. The leading causes of heart disease are high blood pressure, high [...]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jenny Parrish Marketing & Communications Coordinator jenny@swflinc.com Millennium Physician Group Opens New Location in Bonita Springs Bonita Springs, Fla. (January 13, 2023) – Millennium Physician Group Internal Medicine Physicians Jason Triana, MD, and Alberto Concepcion, MD, recently celebrated the grand opening of their new location in Bonita Springs. The office is located at 9520 [...]
WellCare Medicare Advantage Update January 20, 2023 Millennium Physician Group will be ending its participation in WellCare Medicare Advantage HMO and PPO Plans by issuing a notice of termination to WellCare of Florida, Inc. and WellCare Health Insurance of Arizona, Inc. (“WellCare”) for the WellCare Medicare Advantage HMO and PPO products, which also includes termination [...]
Millennium Physician Group and Florida Blue Remain Close Partners Despite Adjustments to Two Florida Plans (October 19, 2022) Patients assigned to Millennium Physician Group’s Primary Care Physicians have received letters from Florida Blue about the status of their health plan. While Millennium Physician Group will no longer be a participating provider in Florida Blue’s Medicare [...]
Hurricanes can affect our health for months even years after the storm - often in surprising ways. Research shows extreme storms can have long-term effects on not only our physical health but our mental health as well. “When we're talking about the health effects that come after a hurricane, we have to recognize there are [...]
Mark your calendars! Millennium Physician Group shares some upcoming senior events to help keep you healthy! Active After 50 Senior Expo February 11, from 10am – 2pm St. Johns County Convention Center, 500 S Legacy Trail, St. Augustine, FL 32092 Preparing for Aging Symposium March 2, from 9am – 3pm 5632 Sunrise Dr, Fort Myers, […]
Tis the season to make those New Year’s resolutions for a healthier 2023. Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Thomas R. Mitchell, MD, has some advice for making and keeping those promises to improve your health. Start in the Bedroom “If you're going to make a New Year's resolution, why not make one that's going [...]
Note: Information in this article was accurate at the time of original publication. Information about COVID-19 changes rapidly, so we encourage you to visit the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO), as well as your state and local government for the latest information. COVID-19 numbers are creeping up, flu cases […]
Millennium Physician Group and Florida Blue Remain Close Partners Despite Adjustments to Two Florida Plans (October 19, 2022) Some patients assigned to Millennium Physician Group’s Primary Care Physicians have begun receiving letters from Florida Blue about the status of their health plan. While Millennium Physician Group will no longer be a participating provider in Florida [...]
Medicare’s privacy policy prevents personal information from being released to anyone other than the covered beneficiary. This protects the individual but may make it hard for a caregiver who needs the information to help a loved one enroll in or manage their Medicare coverage. By law, Medicare must have written permission (an “authorization”) to use […]
When and How to Sign Up Whether you’re aging into Medicare, or you’ve been covered for years, you have options when it comes to coverage, and the Medicare Open Enrollment Period (which runs from October 15 to December 7) is your opportunity to assess your healthcare needs for the coming year. Learn what new plans [...]
More User-Friendly Medicare Website Unveiled The recently unveiled new Medicare.gov consumer website makes it easier to compare, choose, and understand Medicare coverage. Based on public feedback, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) unveiled several updates to the Medicare.gov website that make it easier for the millions of people who use it to navigate [...]
A Warning Men Don’t Want To Miss Listen up men and the people who love them. If you have COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), you’re at a higher risk for another condition that can affect your love life. Older men with COPD could develop erectile dysfunction - or ED. It’s a subject that can be [...]
Medicare’s Annual Wellness Visit Puts Prevention First Getting older has a lot of advantages, and if you’re enrolled in Medicare, an Annual Wellness Visit is one you might be overlooking. This no-cost, yearly check-in with your primary-care provider puts prevention at the top of your to-do list. “The Medicare Annual Wellness Visit is a unique [...]
Find Out if You’re At Risk for a Fall Grab a chair and a stopwatch and take thirty seconds for a simple test that can help reduce your risk of falling. Falls are pretty common in adults 65 and older. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Geriatric Society [...]
Could a blueberry a day keep forgetfulness away? Well, sort of. A new research study has found that blueberries can benefit your brain. Specifically, the equivalent of a half-cup of fresh blueberries per day (consumed as freeze-dried blueberry powder) was found to protect at-risk, middle-aged people from cognitive decline when implemented early. “It is an [...]
Living Your Healthiest Life at Every Age The best way to stay healthy is to live a healthy lifestyle and prevent disease. Sounds simple enough. And if you’re 65 or turning 65 soon, Medicare can help. You might not realize Medicare covers many preventive services to keep you healthy, including exams, shots, lab tests, and [...]
by Patrick Murray, MD, Millennium Physician Group Getting older doesn’t have to mean giving up the activities you love. In fact, today's seniors are more active than ever before. But for some older adults, more activity also means an increased risk of injury. Activity level as you age does not have to decrease, but it [...]
Diet and Exercise Choices Should Change as You Age Your golden years are the perfect time to focus on better health. Getting older doesn’t mean you’ve earned a free pass when it comes to making healthy choices. Millennium Physician Group Family and Sports Medicine Physician Patrick Murray, MD, says the right diet and exercise choices [...]
If You’re Over 50, COVID Can Increase Your Shingles Risk Even if you’ve had COVID-19 and recovered, you may not be completely in the clear. If you’re 50 or older and have had COVID-19, you’re at a greater risk for shingles. Millennium Physician Group Internal Medicine Physician Alejandro Perez-Trepichio explains the connection and what you [...]
Harnessing the Full Power of Your Prescriptions If you’re one of the millions of Americans prescribed medication for a chronic health condition, you might be doing something wrong. You visit your doctor and get a prescription, but do you actually fill it and finish taking it? Turns out, getting that prescription from your doctor is [...]
When to Enroll in Medicare to Avoid Paying Penalties If you’re turning 65 soon, you’ve hopefully started your personal Medicare journey. There’s a lot of information, and it can be confusing. A valuable service by Millennium Physician Group is our Millennium Medicare Connect program. It delivers access to programs, network, and doctors that give you [...]
To nap or not to nap, that’s the question. The answer is … well, it depends. Statistics show one-third of Americans nap every day. And it’s been shown that a nap is more effective than caffeine for beating midafternoon sleepiness. Millennium Physician Group Sleep Medicine Specialist Fariha Abbasi-Feinberg, MD, says that when it comes to [...]
We are excited to announce that your lab results are now released to your patient portal as soon as they become available. Because results are released to you immediately, you may see them before your doctor or advanced provider does. If you have an upcoming appointment, your doctor or advanced provider can fully explain and [...]
June is National Men’s Health Month As men age, their risk for prostate cancer increases, and the American Cancer Society (ACS) recommends that men make an informed decision with their healthcare provider about being screened. After discussing the uncertainties, risks, and potential benefits of prostate cancer screening, men who want to be screened should get [...]
No Gym Required For These At-Home Regular physical activity and exercise are important for healthy aging and can help with chronic disease management. What if you could get a prescription for exercise from your doctor? One you can do at home. Millennium Physician Group Sports Medicine Physician Reginald Pinder weighs in on these workouts. “I [...]
A Make It or Break It Screening You Don't Want to Miss Everyone’s risk for osteoporosis-related fractures increases with age. But no bones about it, if you’re a woman 65 or older, the American Academy of Family Physicians recommends you get screened for osteoporosis. Without this important screening, a broken bone could just be the [...]
We’ve all forgotten someone’s name, misplaced our phone, or forgotten where we parked the car. But when do these little memory issues become signs of a bigger issue? June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, and after family members, primary-care physicians are often the first to notice the signs in a patient. “This is a [...]
by Andres Santayana, MD, Family Medicine On average, men are less healthy and have shorter life expectancies than women, according to the Men’s Health Network. They report that this is partly because men are more likely to go long periods without seeing a healthcare provider and they’re less likely to practice preventive health measures. June [...]
Prevent Knee Injuries Sooner Rather Than Later Family and Sports Medicine Physician Patrick Murray, MD, was featured on a special fitness edition of WFLA’s Bloom co-hosted by fitness celebrity Tony Little. Dr. Murray discussed common causes of knee pain and how to prevent and treat it. FULL TRANSCRIPT: Gayle Guyardo: I don't know about you, [...]
Get the Tissues, It's Allergy Season Grab the tissues, it’s allergy season, and May kicks off Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. Millennium Physician Group Allergy and Immunology Specialist Usha Chandrahasa, M.D., offers advice for snuffing out those seasonal sniffles, explaining that diagnosing and treating common allergies can lead to more than just better breathing … [...]
by Patrick Murray, MD, Millennium Physician Group Your risk for many health conditions increases as you age, and stroke is near the top. Stroke occurs in all age groups, but studies show the risk of stroke doubles for each decade between the ages of 55 and 85. A stroke can be devastating, robbing you of [...]
Don't Let Your Health Take a Backseat While You Travel It looks like the travel industry is beginning to recover post pandemic, with people anxious to enjoy loosened restrictions and making spring and summer vacation plans. But whatever trip you’re taking, whether across the state or across the globe, don’t let your health take a [...]
Don’t skip a beat when it comes to heart health Don’t skip a beat when it comes to heart health. If you feel a funny flutter it could be a condition called atrial fibrillation, or AFib. “If you feel palpitations, or you feel fast beats, or if you check your heart rate and it's a [...]
How these cholesterol-lowering pills work and who's a candidate Statins are a proven and popular prescription medication choice for people hoping to lower their cholesterol and they’ve been shown to help successfully manage your cholesterol and lower your risk of heart disease. But how do they do it? Millennium Physician Group Cardiologist Brian Taschner, MD, [...]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month More than half of people older than 65 believe it’s normal to get depressed as they age. Not true! Millennium Physician Group Internal Medicine Physician Bruce Lipschutz, DO, says beating the blues can be as easy as adding your mental health to the list of things you discuss with [...]
Treating Pain Without Surgery With age comes wisdom, but also some aches and pains. If you’re having back or joint pain, your primary-care provider might refer you to a sports medicine physician for non-surgical options. Sports Medicine Physician Reginald Pinder II, D.O., explains why sports medicine isn’t just for athletes. “It has aspects of family [...]
It Might Be Your Thyroid Two years into the COVID-19 pandemic and it’s taking its toll on us all in many ways, not the least of which is our waistlines. In fact, 61% of American adults have reported undesired weight changes since the COVID-19 outbreak. Packing on a few extra pounds isn’t always just a [...]
Listening to Your Gut Can Help You Avoid IBS Discomfort Listening to your gut, literally, can help you avoid the discomfort of a common condition. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) can be uncomfortable, even painful, and it’s on the rise, affecting more people. It’s is a relatively common problem, but Millennium Physician Group Gastroenterologist Julian Sison, [...]
Live Your Best Life With Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Karen de Souza Ferreira Hunt, M.D. Dedicated and compassionate, Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Karen de Souza Ferreira Hunt, M.D., helps her patients live their best lives by always bringing her best to the (exam) table. “I want to be the best doctor [...]
March was National Nutrition Month, and Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Nektarios Demetrious, D.O., serves up some common sense advice for making healthier food choices. FULL TRANSCRIPTION: Farron Hipp: It's National Nutrition Month, which serves as a good reminder to prioritize our food choices, to practice those healthy eating habits. Here to talk more [...]
Farron Hipp: Sleep apnea is a common disorder that we typically associate with loud snoring, but our next guest says it involves much more than that. So here to discuss the symptoms and treatment options is Dr. Nektarios Demetriou with Millennium Physician Group. Thank you for being with us again today, doctor. Dr. Nektarios Demetriou: [...]
What You Need to Know About Aging In to Medicare Most people look forward to becoming eligible for Medicare, but “aging in” to the program can be intimidating. There’s a lot to learn! We hit the streets to find out what some Medicare-age folks really think of the whole process. Rebecca knows the basics, “I [...]
Who: Allison Koss, D.O., Family Medicine I strive to empower my patients and help them understand the role they play in achieving their own best health. I work with my patients to identify how choices and lifestyle modifications impact their health. What sets you apart? I offer a compassionate and caring approach, and I focus [...]
An important deadline is looming if you’re a senior on a Medicare Advantage plan. The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period ends March 31, and now’s the time to evaluate your options. More and more retirees are choosing Medicare Advantage, and the federal government wants to make sure you’re happy in your plan. That’s why you [...]
“We’re becoming more aware how to avoid colorectal cancer,” says Millennium Physician Group Family and Sports Medicine Physician Patrick Murray, M.D. “There are things we can’t control, like family history and genetics, but let’s address the things we can control and nip it in the bud early.” Certain foods are better than others when it [...]
Recommendations to start screening colonoscopies even younger than 50 are so new that they may not be covered by your insurance provider. Millennium Physician Group Gastroenterologist Julian Sison, D.O., explains the benefits of screening earlier and why the recommendations changed. “We've been seeing a lot more patients younger and younger get diagnosed with either large [...]
We’re bombarded with all sorts of facts and stats about heart disease and a common misconception is people think if they don’t have a family history of heart disease they’re not at risk. Millennium Physician Group Interventional Cardiologist Terence Connelly, M.D., says family history’s not even in his top three risk factors. “The family history [...]
According to the American Heart Association, now's the perfect time to “Reclaim Your Rhythm” by creating or rebuilding healthy habits. There’s one simple and easy thing you can do to take charge of your heart health. “High blood pressure - or hypertension - is the most common cause or heart disease and even heart failure,” [...]
FULL TRANSCRIPTION: Maggie Rodriguez: Many forms of heart disease can be treated and prevented by living a healthy lifestyle and one leading risk factor that's important to keep an eye on is high blood pressure. Joining us now with more on this is Dr. Nektarios Demetriou from Millennium Physician Group. Welcome back, Doctor. Dr. Nektarios [...]
We’ve all heard of someone having a nose job to look better, but could it help you sleep better? Turns out, rhinoplasty could be just the solution to help you have sweet dreams. “As an ear, nose, and throat doctor, I am able to address the nose with concern not only for the shape of [...]
We've got you covered, Sarasota County!From your doctor's office to the hospital, we're here for you every step of the way.We’re teaming up to better coordinate healthcare across the area, offering a seamless patient experience that’s in step with your primary-care doctor’s established care plan. Our hospital care team works from the same medical record [...]
“The number of cases of colorectal cancer in people younger than 50 is increasing in the US.,” he explains. “If you’re at average risk, it’s now recommended you have a conversation with your healthcare provider about starting screening at age 45.” For years, patients were told to wait until they were 50 to worry about [...]
You know your blood pressure affects your heart, but do you know when and why? Many factors contribute to heart disease, but Interventional Cardiologist Terence Connelly, M.D., explains that there’s one thing you can easily target to take charge of your heart health. “Blood pressure is one of the most important risk factors that we [...]
February is American Heart Month and cardiovascular health is at the … well … heart of so many health and wellness issues. Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Nektarious Demetriou, D.O., was interviewed for Tampa’s Daytime about preventing heart disease as well as catching it as early as possible. -------------- FULL TRANSCRIPTION Maggie Rodriguez: February [...]
Millennium Physician Group and ShorePoint Health Venice Align to Enhance Care Across Southwest Florida Millennium Physician Group and ShorePoint Health Venice have formed a strategic alliance to further enhance patient care for residents across Southwest Florida. “Millennium has high consumer confidence across Southwest Florida, and we are excited to work together to strengthen care coordination, [...]
Silencing a Sound That Causes Stress and Anxiety Ringing in your ears can be more than a temporary nuisance. For some, it’s a permanent affliction that can really affect their overall health. It’s called tinnitus and it affects about 50 million Americans. “Tinnitus sufferers can experience tremendous stress and anxiety as a result of their [...]
Those few extra post-holiday pounds could be a sign of a more serious issue than just overindulgence. It could be a symptom of thyroid issues. But the good news is a simple blood test can let you know for sure. Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Nektarious Demetriou, D.O., was featured on WFLA’s Daytime to [...]
An aspirin a day has been said to keep the doctor away by helping to prevent heart attack and stroke, but that advice is changing. “I have a lot of patients coming in who have been taking a baby aspirin for maybe 30 years,” says Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine and Non-Surgical Orthopedics Physician Nicholas [...]
Awareness Is the Best Prevention The good news is the overall occurrence of colorectal cancer has dropped each year since the mid-1980s. The not-so-good news is the incidence has been rising among younger adults. In fact, since the 1990s, the American Cancer Society reports the rate of colorectal cancer has more than doubled among adults [...]
Where Connection and Innovation Meet Technology is teaming up with medicine to give doctors more time to talk to patients, and this “Office of the Future” is where connection and innovation meet. While technology is advancing by leaps and bounds in the healthcare industry, some say it’s replacing that personal touch. Not so, says Millennium [...]
Primary care Specialty care Walk-in centers Radiology centers Lab services Pharmacy services Physical therapy Hospital care Gnanambal Manivel, M.D. Internal Medicine Ehab Michael, M.D. Internal Medicine Pareena Bilkoo, M.D. Interventional Cardiology, Cardiology Y. Emmy Satya, M.D. Cardiology John Jacob, M.D. Family Medicine John Schloff, M.D. Family Medicine Alka Nair, M.D. Internal Medicine Mark Drew Fristschle, [...]
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Millennium Physician Group’s newest location has opened in Fernandina Beach. This office, located at 22439 Flora Parke Crossing, is extra special because it’s the first northeast region building built from the ground up! Nassau County is now home to four Millennium locations with 16 providers. At this newest location, Family Medicine Physician Kedra Williams, M.D., and […]
We are proud and excited to announce that Millennium Physician Group has been selected as a 2022 Edison Award Nominee! Millennium is being recognized for our use of innovation during the COVID-19 Pandemic, specifically our deployment of the MPG Connect telehealth platform. A project of that scale would typically take six months to a year to accomplish. [...]
Peter Schreiber, D.O. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Fort Myers Philosophy of Care: “I am committed to improving your quality of life. My mission is to provide personalized, high-quality care while treating the whole person, not just your symptoms. Aneeta Samuel, M.D. Hospitalist Fort Myers Ivonne Hernandez Puente, APRN Family Medicine Fort Myers
COVID-19 continues to spread rapidly across the U.S. meaning more people are being exposed to and testing positive for COVID-19. If you’re one of them, what should you do next? The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its isolation and quarantine recommendations. CLICK HERE for the full recommendations. Additional setting-specific […]
No bones about it, you may not have to see a specialist to get some much-needed relief from joint pain. Nearly half of adults with arthritis have persistent pain, and connecting with your primary-care provider may be able to start you on a pain-free path. “Your primary-care provider, especially one with sports medicine training, […]
If you’re about to turn 65 and qualify for Medicare, this is called your “Medicare Age-In” and it’s an important milestone. You probably already know the whole process can be confusing. Medicare options, deadlines, and terminology can be a lot to figure out, but you have options, and Millennium Medicare Connect has your […]
Getting older has its advantages and becoming eligible for Medicare is one of them. If you’re turning 65 soon, you probably already know the whole process can be confusing, but you have options, and Millennium Medicare Connect has your answers. If you’re about to turn 65 and qualify for Medicare, this is called your […]
It’s shaping up to be an aggressive flu season, with more cases predicted than in recent years. Don’t spend the holidays sick in bed. Timing could be everything when it comes to staying flu-free. Dr. Alejandro Perez-Trepichio has advice to help prepare us to fight the flu. “Flu or influenza did not go away […]
Telehealth is evolving beyond just virtual doctor visits. Imagine having your health monitored without having to leave your home. It’s called remote patient monitoring and the technology is already saving lives. “The goal is to detect problems before they become issues,” explains Millennium Physician Group RN Case Manager and Triage Nurse David Jones. “Being […]
BMI (body mass index) isn’t the only calculation you should consider when evaluating if you’re overweight. Your BMI is a simple calculation, but is it a true picture of your overall health? Millennium Physician Group Cardiologist Brian Taschner, M.D., explains health and wellness come down to more than just your height and weight. “The […]
Promising to eat better and exercise more in the new year sounds simple enough, right? But how can you start and stick to changes and have a healthier ‘22? Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Aschanti Abarca Selva inspires us to do and feel better. “You have to balance what you put in and […]
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month The only sure way to find out if you have cervical cancer is to get a screening test. As women age, the recommendations for cervical cancer screenings change, and they’ve changed over the last decade. “Screening for cervical cancer is very important, and that’s what Pap smears have […]
Millennium Physician Group (239) 344-7767 Liza.fernandez@mpgus.com (December 6, 2021) Two hometown healthcare providers Millennium Physician Group and Charlotte Heart and Vascular Institute join forces to collaboratively care for the ‘Heart of Charlotte.’ “Millennium is honored to partner with the highly-regarded Charlotte Heart and Vascular Institute who has pioneered specialty care in Charlotte County,” said Millennium […]
Wow, what a year 2021 has been for Millennium Physician Group! Since our founding in Port Charlotte, FL in 2008 by a small group of doctors, our mission has resonated with physicians and doctors alike. Today, headquartered in Fort Myers, Millennium has become a nation-leading independent physician group with more than 635 healthcare providers. […]
Don’t use the holidays as an excuse to overindulge and put off healthy choices until the New Year. Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Nektarios Demetriou, D.O., says unhealthy choices now can lead to bigger consequences down the road. FULL TRANSCRIPTION: Maggie Rodriguez: It’s the season for overindulging, but we can make healthy choices […]
by Ryan Baker, MD, FAAFP ‘Tis the season for questionable health choices. Between travel, houseguests, parties, and potlucks we tend to put good health on the back burner this time of year. Those poor health choices can lead to anxiety, stress, weight gain, illness, injury, and even trips to the emergency room. Most […]
By Brian Zelis, M.D. Family Medicine Physician Remember all those healthy things you resolved to do eleven or so months ago? Now’s the time to make good on them. 2021 may be almost over, but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to check some last-minute items off your healthcare checklist. Go ahead and schedule […]
This holiday season, why not give yourself the gift of good health, and start by lowering your cholesterol. Ninety-three million Americans have high cholesterol, and if you’re one of them, you’re probably on the lookout to lower your numbers. Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Nektarios Demetriou, D.O., shares tips from some of the […]
When it comes to treating and preventing illnesses, could what you eat really make a difference? Millennium Physician Group Cardiologist Brian Taschner, M.D., explains that when it comes to better health, food really can be medicine. “Things that we eat in the typical American diet tend not to be great for the immune system,” […]
Tick, tock. You’re running out of time to nail down your New Year’s resolutions for 2022. If you’re like the majority of Americans, you’ll be resolving to exercise more to get in better shape. In fact, a recent poll found that almost twenty percent of Americans make this end-of-year promise. But you have to […]
Based on the early evidence, the World Health Organization is warning the global risk from the newest variant of the COVID-19 virus is very high. It predicts the omicron variant could lead to new surges, with unknown consequences. “The next six to eight weeks are going to be important in learning critical facts about […]
The airlines have it right. In an emergency, there’s a reason they tell passengers to put on their own oxygen masks first before helping anyone else. If you don’t take care of yourself, you won’t be able to take care of your loved ones. In fact, those times when you feel like you can’t […]
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On many levels, your primary-care provider is one of the people who knows you best. Not just what’s in your file, like lab results and prescription refills, the provider you’re (hopefully) seeing regularly is often the first to notice changes in your mental health and cognitive ability. “I see a lot of patients who […]
Mental health might not be at the top of your list of issues to discuss with your primary-care provider during your next appointment, but that could be a big mistake. Successful treatment for emotional conditions and mental health issues often begins in the primary-care provider’s office and leads to the most successful outcomes. “It’s […]
by Ryan Baker, MD, FAAFP If you’re 65 or turning 65, you might be missing out on important health benefits, and now’s the perfect time to evaluate your healthcare needs with your primary-care provider. Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period, also referred to as the Annual Enrollment Period runs through December 7. This means you can […]
The end of Daylight Saving Time means an extra hour of sleep … but is it a quality hour of sleep? Sleep apnea could be affecting your sleep and your health, but diagnosing and treating it is easier than ever before. “In sleep apnea, when you fall asleep, the muscles in the back of […]
If your sniffle becomes more than a nuisance, you could be one of almost 30 million Americans with sinusitis. Millennium Physician Group Ear, Nose and Throat Specialist Matthew Connor, M.D., says there’s a less invasive surgical solution that can help you breathe easier. “Patients who struggle with chronic sinusitis have a very difficult quality of [...]
More People Eligible for COVID-19 Boosters There are now COVID-19 booster recommendations for all three available COVID-19 vaccines in the United States. According to the CDC, if you received a Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, the following groups are now eligible for a booster shot six months or more after being fully vaccinated (two […]
Normal daily activities shouldn’t cause you pain. If you are experiencing pain that keeps you from enjoying life, it’s time to see your primary-care provider. “As a family and sports medicine physician, I specialize in the body mechanics needed for pain-free movement,” explains Millennium Physician Group’s Patrick Murray, M.D. “But I’m interested in everything […]
By Brian Zelis, M.D. Family Medicine Physician This time of year means good food and family gatherings, but add a dash of holiday stress, and you have a recipe for a side of digestive discomfort. One of the most common digestive disorders is GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), and research has found seasonal trends for […]
By: Elizabeth Sanders, D.O. Let’s rejoice in the season of gathering! Cooler weather arrives, and we start planning for the holidays. We make our grocery lists, stockpile ingredients, and order the turkey. My family also gets a smoked ham from Ward’s Supermarket. Thanksgiving’s my favorite holiday. Every November I survey my patients with this […]
Open Enrollment Are you ready for some benefits? Medicare Open Enrollment Period (also referred to as the Annual Enrollment Period) runs from October 15 through December 7, but you’ll start feeling the excitement a couple of weeks earlier. The pre-game show started October 1, and you probably noticed because your e-mail and snail mailboxes, TV and […]
By the Numbers As of October 14, the CDC reports about 218 million people, or 65.6 percent of the total U.S. population, have received at least one dose of vaccine. About 188.3 million people, or 56.7 percent of the total U.S. population, have been fully vaccinated. Vaccinating the Unvaccinated As COVID-19 booster dose recommendations continue […]
If you’re one of the more than 4 and a half million Floridians enrolled in Medicare, starting October 15 you can review your options and make some changes. It’s the Medicare Annual Enrollment period, and Millennium Physician Group Primary-Care Provider Rick Waks, D.O., warns there’s one thing that’s non-negotiable. “They want to make sure that […]
VIDEO INTRO Preventing an illness or disease is always better than having to treat one, and that’s why it’s important to see a primary-care physician regularly. The team at Millennium Physician Group believes this is vital to better health. Millennium Family Medicine Physician Nektarios Demetriou, D.O., was recently interviewed an WFLA’s Daytime to share more […]
by Ryan Baker, MD, FAAFP Mammograms are the gold standard for breast cancer screening, and often a woman is starting her regular mammograms at a stage of life when she may not be seeing her gynecologist once a year. Ideally, your primary-care provider is already seeing you at least annually for a physical already, […]
Most cancers are first detected in primary-care settings, and primary-care physicians often spearhead the process in the early phase. This can be especially true when it comes to breast cancer. “From a primary-care standpoint, not every woman has a gynecologist whom they see regularly,” admits Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Nektarios Demetriou, D.O. […]
COVID-19 isn’t the only vaccine you should be talking to your doctor about. With so much focus on the COVID-19 vaccine, you may be overlooking your annual flu shot. Last year, the incidence of flu went way down, thanks to all the COVID precautions we were taking. But as Family Medicine Physician Nektarios Demetriou, D.O., […]
If you have hearing loss you know how frustrating it can be. But did you know hearing better can lead to feeling better? More than just an inconvenience, hearing loss can affect your mental and physical well-being. Millennium Physician Group Ear Nose and Throat Specialist Matthew Connor, M.D., says you don’t have to suffer in […]
Americans are living longer, but how can they live healthier? Life expectancies are increasing and that means doing everything we can to stay healthier longer. “As someone ages, they have to age gracefully,” says Millennium Physician Group internal Medicine Physician Bruce Lipschutz, D.O. “And that means staying as fit as you can.” He adds staying […]
By Brian Zelis, M.D. Family Medicine Physician Go ahead … take a deep breath … now imagine if you couldn’t. October is Healthy Lung Month, and if you’re a current or former smoker, it’s the perfect time to speak with your primary-care provider about possibly being screened for lung cancer. Research has shown that […]
September 20, 2021 — COVID-19 Third Dose Clarifications Many of our patients have questions about who should receive a third COVID-19 dose and when. At this time, the ONLY official recommendation is: If you are immunocompromised and have received both doses of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine, you need to wait at least 28 […]
Watch Now! Physicians report hearing all sorts of excuses from their patients who don’t want to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Continuing our special series, In part two of our special series, we help separate fact from fiction when it comes to the COVID-19 vaccine. Myth You can catch COVID-19 from the COVID-19 Vaccine. “It […]
Click Here to Watch! No more excuses, experts say vaccines are the key to ending the Pandemic. Millennium Chief Medical Officer Alejandro Perez-Trepichio busts more of the top COVID-19 vaccine myths, in part three of our special series. Myth I can still taste and smell, so I must not have COVID. “Among the symptoms […]
By Brian Zelis, M.D. Family Medicine Physician HDL… LDL… Triglycerides… so many letters and numbers! September is National Cholesterol Education Month and the CDC reports about 38 percent of American adults have high cholesterol. Having high cholesterol puts you at risk for heart disease and stroke, two leading causes of death in the United […]
If you’re one of the ninety-three million Americans with high cholesterol, you’re probably always on the lookout for tricks to achieve healthy cholesterol levels. “It’s not about lowering your cholesterol to a number, it’s about sustaining low cholesterol throughout a lifetime,” says Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Nektarios Demetriou, D.O. Dr. Demetriou cites […]
Americans are living longer, but how can they live healthier? Family Medicine Physician Dantuluri P. Raju, M.D., has almost 50 years of medical experience and has been practicing in the Ocala area since 1980. He specializes in geriatric issues and says longer life expectancies mean you need to do everything you can to stay […]
Watch Now The Pandemic has caused many of us to pack on a few extra pounds, but which fad diets are worth the hype? Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Aschanti Abarca Selva explains, when it comes to the pound-dropping promises of the latest fad diets, don’t fall for it. “Will you lose weight […]
Click Here to watch! More than 160 million Americans enjoyed a cookout over Labor Day weekend… BBQs and warm temperatures can lead to a rise in food poisoning cases. But how do you know if it’s food poisoning or a stomach virus? And does it matter? Millennium Physician Group Internal Medicine Physician Yvonne Braver, […]
by Ryan Baker, MD, FAAFP Your skin is the largest organ in your body, but people don’t think of it as another system that needs to be maintained and cared for. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, and early detection of serious skin conditions like melanoma is crucial. For […]
Who Am I? Name: Jeffrey Nelson, DHA Title and Company: Chief Innovation Officer, Millennium Physician Group Years with the Company: 12 Years in Southwest Florida or Years in County: 21 Nature of Business: Full-service physician group Education: Doctor of Health Administration Hometown: San Diego, CA What do you typically tell people when they ask […]
We’re pleased to welcome FamilyMedicine and SportsMedicine physician Patrick Murray, M.D. His focuses include Non-operative Orthopedics, Sports-Related Concussions, and Exercise and Nutrition. He looks forward to meeting all your primarycare and sports medicine needs! Click here to learn more!
We’re happy to welcome Family Medicine physician Jomil Villasmil, M.D., to Brandon, Florida. Dr. Villasmil practices with a focus on preventive medicine and welcomes Spanish-speaking patients. Click here to learn more about Dr. Villasmil.
We’re pleased to welcome Internal Medicine physician Leon Yasay, M.D., to Orange Park. Dr. Yasay focuses on wellness and prevention and he welcomes Tagalog speaking patients. Click here to learn more!
We’re happy to announce the expansion of our Endocrinology team in Cape Coral with the addition of Shayhira Suazo Herrera, M.D. Dr. Herrera’s clinical interests include Diabetes, Obesity, Thyroid disease, Adrenal glad diseases, Autoimmune Diseases, Adrenal Gland Diseases, lipid abnormalities, metabolic bone disease, calcium disorders, prevention and management. Click here to learn more!
Francisco De Jesus Paulino, M.D., has joined our Fort Myers Pulmonary team! Dr. Paulino focuses on wellness and prevention, and welcomes Spanish-speaking patients. Click here to learn more!
We are happy to welcome Cardiologists Yemuna Emmy Satya, M.D., and Pareena Bilkoo, M.D., to Sarasota! Click below to learn more about our new doctors! Pareena Bilkoo, M.D. Y. Emmy Satya MD, FACC
Family and Sports Medicine physician Nicholas Heathscott, M.D., has joined us in Tampa! Dr. Heathscott’s clinical interests include orthopedic conditions and chronic disease management. Click here to learn more!
We Are Here for You As new COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations continue to rise, rest assured all Millennium offices and services remain available to you during this COVID-19 resurgence. Millennium locations continue to maintain all precautions to provide a safe environment during your visit. Vaccination Remains the Best Defense Against Hospitalization Florida Health officials have […]
UPDATED AS OF AUGUST 4, 2021 — Delta Dominance The highly contagious delta variant of the COVID-19 virus now accounts for the majority of COVID-19 infections and is fueling a nationwide increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. This is especially true in Florida. Some counties in Millennium’s service areas have been particularly impacted, including […]
Watch Now COVID-19 cases are ramping up, and while the numbers of vaccinations are increasing, hoaxes and misinformation are showing no signs of slowing down. Millennium Physician Group Chief Medical Officer Alejandro Perez-Trepechio sets the record straight. MYTH: I had COVID-19, so I don’t need a vaccine. “The question that we often get is […]
Watch Now If taking a deep breath is a challenge, you could be one of millions with the undiagnosed condition COPD. COPD is a common condition and it can’t be cured, but you can easily diagnose and treat this chronic lung disease. “Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a disease of the lungs where different […]
Watch Now Click Here to watch this Millennium Medical Report Even for the most seasoned Floridian, some summer days can be intolerable, and as the summertime temperatures rise here in Southwest Florida, heat-related illnesses become a real risk. Internal Medicine Physician Yvonne Braver, M.D., has tips so a hot day doesn’t turn into a trip […]
Watch Now Most of us don’t even think twice about grabbing the sunblock, but our skin is not the only body part that needs protection. Our eyes also need some shade to protect them from permanent sun damage. “Not protecting your eyes from the sun can lead to a lot of issues,” says Family […]
By Brian Zelis, M.D. Family Medicine Physician The CDC has cleared COVID-19 vaccinated Americans to travel again, and travel confidence is on the rise. TripAdvisor reports more than 67 percent of Americans are planning to travel this summer. If you’re hitting the road, or skies or rails, COVID-19 shouldn’t be your only concern. Vaccinated? […]
It’s probably too early to say if the COVID-19 Pandemic will affect flu vaccination rates this year. For the coming flu season, the CDC recommends everyone older than six months without a conflicting health condition should get a flu vaccine to protect them and the people around them and to help reduce the strain […]
Millions of people get the flu every year, several thousand are hospitalized, and manythousands die from flu-related issues. Getting your flu vaccination can help keep you safe from this potentially-serious virus. But people still find excuses to not get the shot. “In today’s environment, with so much access to information, people believe everything they […]
August 2, 2021– Collier County Medical Society’s outgoing board president Rebekah Bernard, M.D., passed the gavel to Millennium Physician Group’s Chief Medical Officer Alejandro Perez-Trepichio, M.D. Dr. Perez-Trepechio began his one-year term as the 64th CCMS board president at the virtual meeting on July 24th. “I am very grateful to my colleagues for electing […]
We’re happy to announce the expansion of our radiology team in Port Charlotte with the addition of Paul Ratcliff, D.O.
We’re pleased to welcome Kate Lops, M.D., to our Crestview office! Her clinical interests include wellness, prevention, and integrative medicine. Click here to learn more.
We are happy to welcome Endocrinologist Arpeta Gupta, M.D., to our Jacksonville Baymeadows office! Dr. Gupta focuses on diabetes and metabolism. Click here to learn more about Dr. Gupta!
We’re happy to announce Bhavika Babaria, M.D., will be joining our Internal Medicine team in North Port. She practices with a focus on diabetes and hypertension management. Click here to learn more!
With all the focus on COVID, many have been neglecting their healthcare, but for those 65 and over, the Annual Wellness Visit is the perfect chance to check in with their doctor. “An Annual Wellness Visit’s an exam for seniors over 65,” explains Dr. Rick Waks. “Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans both let you have […]
When you sign up for Medicare, you’re eligible for a valuable free benefit, but the clock is ticking. The first 12 months you have the plan, you’re entitled to a “Welcome to Medicare” preventive visit. Millennium Physician Group Family Medicine Physician Rick Waks, D.O., says it’s important to take advantage of this valuable Medicare […]
Con artists may try to get your Medicare Number or personal information so they can steal your identity to commit Medicare fraud. Medicare fraud results in higher health care costs and taxes for everyone. Guard your Medicare card like it’s a credit card. Remember: Medicare will never contact you for your Medicare Number or other […]
Please welcome Dave Knudtson, M.D., internal medicine physician, to Naples! Dr. Knudtson focuses on wellness and prevention. To learn more about Dr. Knudtson, click here.
We are happy to welcome Allison Koss, D.O., to our family medicine team in Port Charlotte! Click here to learn more about Dr. Koss!
We are happy to announce Reginald Pinder II, D.O., will be joining us in Fort Myers! Dr. Pinder focuses sports medicine, non-operative orthopedics, and more! Click here to learn more.
Nearly half of adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure, putting them at risk for heart disease and stroke, but what you don’t know about hypertension might surprise you. Odds are, you may have high blood pressure and not even know it, that’s a serious mistake. Less worries more positive moments. Close up view […]
Don’t let diabetes steal your sight. If you’re one of the millions of Americans living with diabetes, you already know how important it is to schedule regular doctors’ exams and lab work. You may not realize how important it is to get regular eye exams as well. Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is the most common form […]
The A1C test is one of the most valuable tools your primary-care physician can use to manage your diabetes. It can identify prediabetes; it can be used to diagnose diabetes, and it monitors how well your diabetes treatment is working. “Especially coming out of COVID, many people have been sedentary and not eating as well, […]
UPDATED July 19, 2021 — According to CDC data, the delta variant accounts for nearly 60 percent of new COVID cases in U.S. The CDC also reports the seven-day average of new COVID-19 cases rose 70 percent, with hospitalizations up 36 percent and deaths up 26 percent. U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has reported […]
by Brian Zelis, M.D., Family Medicine Some say Southwest Florida has two seasons – hot and hotter. But the summertime rise in temperatures can really turn up the heat on a sun-related health issue. Protect Your Largest Organ: Your skin is the largest organ in your body, it’s living, breathing and constantly changing, so it’s […]
Just because nurses retire, it doesn’t mean they stop caring. In fact, the Pandemic has brought a small group of nurses out of retirement to lend a hand when it was needed most. “There was a large group of nurses in Lee County who, with the Pandemic, wanted to help out,” explains Millennium Physician Group […]
Due to depletion of our supplies, Millennium Physician Group is no longer administering the Moderna vaccine (this includes administration of the second dose.) The Johnson & Johnson/Janssen one-dose vaccine is available in limited quantities to patients through a select number of our COVID-19 vaccine sites. Millennium locations administering the J&J vaccine can be viewed here. […]
When is an emergency really an emergency? And when can your medical issue be taken care of by your primary-care provider? Family Physician Manuel Garcia, M.D., says the answer is just a phone call away. “Most people should have a primary-care physician who knows them medically, who they can call and consult, it’s very […]
You don’t only get sick during regular business hours. Virtual visits are moving out of the 9-5 to give patients the care they want when they need it. Millennium Physician Group is advancing the technology, creating a virtual care clinic to meet patients’ needs whenever they need care. “One of the things that we want […]
We are excited to announce Robert Ashley, M.D. has joined our Gainesville team. He specializes in family medicine with a focus on prevention and management of chronic conditions. Address: 6800 NW 9th Blvd., Suite 4 Gainesville, FL 32605 Click Here to learn more about Dr. Ashley!
Dana Ferrara-Planer, D.O., and her team are relocating to a new Millennium office in Port Charlotte. The new office is conveniently located less than six miles from our current location and included in the details below. Dr. Planer’s office will be located above Dr. David McAtee’s office, The Medical Office of the Future. If you […]
We are excited to announce the expansion of our Rheumatology Team with the addition of Melissa Blom, M.D. Connect with Dr. Blom and let us help you manage your autoimmune and inflammatory disease! 14171 Metropolis Ave, Suite 101, Fort Myers, FL 33912 (239) 320-8140 Click Here to learn more about Dr. Blom!
We are pleased to announce the addition of Ivana Paz, M.D., in Naples. Dr. Paz speaks English, Serbian, Bosnian, Croatian and Spanish. Her clinical interests include prevention and wellness. Address: 6635 Hillway Circle, Suite 400 Naples, Florida 34112 (239) 455-9550 Learn more about Dr. Paz here!
#MIllenniumWelcome We are pleased to announce Kedra Williams, M.D., joining us at our 1st location in Yulee! Address: 463386 E State Road 200 Yulee, Florida 32097 (904) 648-8081 https://millenniumphysician.com/doctor/kedra-williams-m-d/
#MIllenniumWelcome We are pleased to announce Angel Polidoro, D.O., who is joining one of our Port Charlotte locations! Address: 19531 Cochran Blvd. Port Charlotte, FL 33948 (941) 255-3535 https://millenniumphysician.com/doctor/angelique-polidoro-d-o/
#MIllenniumWelcome We are pleased to announce Thomas R. Mitchell, M.D., who is joining one of our Cape Coral locations! Address: 126 Del Prado Blvd N, Suite 102 Cape Coral, FL 33909 (239) 772-8900 https://millenniumphysician.com/doctor/thomas-r-mitchell-m-d/
#MillenniumWelcome We are pleased to announce Frank A. Sirchia, M.D., our 1st location in Riverview! Address: 6037 Winthrop Commerce Avenue, Suite 210 Riverview, FL 33578 (813) 423-7123 https://millenniumphysician.com/doctor/frank-a-sirchia-m-d/
#MillenniumWelcome We are pleased to announce Edward Tribuzio, M.D., Matthew Thornton, APRN, and Susan Llarena, PA who joined us at a NEW location in Fernandina Beach! Address: 1340 S. 18th Street, Suite 204 Fernandina Beach, FL 32034 Connect Today! (904) 261-0643 […]
The One Appointment You Should Schedule with Your Doctor This Year “When you see a doctor regularly, your health improves.” Why is prevention so important? I firmly believe that when you see a doctor regularly, your health improves. An annual wellness exam is all about preventing illness. Seeing your doctor once a year gives the […]
#MillenniumWelcome We are pleased to announce Nektarios Demetriou, D.O., who is joining us at our 1st location in Wesley Chapel! Addresses: 2649 Windguard Circle, Suite #101 Wesley Chapel, FL 33544 (813) 723-1303 https://millenniumphysician.com/doctor/nektarios-demetriou-d-o/
#MillenniumMoves Effective immediately, Barrie McCrimmon, APRN is relocating to another Millennium office in Port Charlotte. She looks forward to seeing you at her new location! Learn more about Barrie: ► Experience: Experienced Practitioner specializing in both chronic care needs and acute visits ► Education: Master of Nursing Science, Nationally Board-certified Advanced Nurse Practitioner ► Focus: […]
HEALTH & WELLNESS: Preventing Heart Disease Health & Wellness by Ryan Baker, M.D. No Excuses When it Comes to Preventing Heart Disease February is American Heart Month, so I’ll take this opportunity to remind you that prevention really is the key to heart health. From a primary care perspective, I like to say that the […]
Anxiety robbing your sleep? A weighted blanket may help These five tips will help you sleep better (CNN) After my sister gave me a weighted blanket for Christmas, it became the gift that I didn’t know I needed. It’s one of the best things ever to happen to me. As someone with anxiety, I’ve struggled […]
Healthy Choices for 2021; How the Pandemic Has Affected People’s Diet and Exercise Plans “Eating modern ultra-processed foods in excess will increase your risk of modern diseases. Eat real foods, the ones your great-great-great-grandparents ate.” Presented by Millennium Physician Group – Juan Carlos Torres-Urrutia, M.D. “Eating modern ultra-processed foods in excess will increase your risk […]
Paradise Magazine featured our very own, Ryan L. Baker, M.D. in St. Petersburg. We are truly blessed to have Dr. Baker and all his efforts for his patients and community!
COVID-19 NEWS WITH MILLENNIUM’S CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER DR. ALEJANDRO PEREZ-TREPICHIO IN THIS EDITION: > A Happy, Healthy Thanksgiving > When and How to Test > Continued Precautions Urged A Happy, Healthy Thanksgiving Many patients are asking, “What’s the safest way to celebrate Thanksgiving 2020?” Considering the steady increase in COVID-19 cases, the Centers for Disease […]
Our Sarasota office we will be relocating to another office in Sarasota just down the street from our current location. We are very excited to provide care to our patients at the new office. Included below is the new office information, please note that all upcoming appointments beginning November 16th will be at the new […]
Fort Myers-based Millennium Physician Group Wins Top Healthcare Award for Second Year in a Row Fort Myers, Florida, October 13, 2020: The state’s largest independent physician group, Millennium Physician Group, is proud to announce it’s been recognized with the Press Ganey “Pinnacle of Excellence” Award for consistently high levels of physician engagement for the years 2018, […]
Patient Update October 2020 COVID-19 News with Millennium’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Alejandro Perez-Trepichio In This Edition: > Phase 3 Reopening – Masks Still Required at Millennium Locations > CDC Reverses Controversial Testing Guidance > The Added Importance of Flu Shots This Year Phase 3 Reopening – Masks Still Required at Millennium […]
Read the full article in SWFL Health and Wellness as Kellen Gower, MD, discusses orthopedics and sports medicine. Dr Gower elaborates on his work and approach to treating patients.
Ryan Baker, M.D., FAAFP Education: Doctor of Medicine, Florida State University Residency: General Surgery, University of Illinois-Chicago/Metropolitan Hospitals and Family Medicine, Florida Hospital Specialty: Family Medicine Focus: Preventative care, disease management, and wellness Hobbies: Boating, fishing, and spending time at the beach with his wife and children Office: 2299 9th Ave N, Suite 1A, St. Petersburg, […]
In an effort to support our patients and the communities we serve during the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re pleased to introduce: Millennium’s Telehealth Service See YOUR physician in the comfort of YOUR own home through the convenience of YOUR smartphone or tablet. Call us to book your next appointment – or change an existing one – […]
There’s another alternative to the ER for patients in the Lee County area. We are pleased to announce that the San Carlos Boulevard Walk-in Medical Center is now open and treating patients. With two walk-in options now in Fort Myers our patients have access to more care during the evening and weekends. At the new […]
Millennium Physician Group is proud to expand across many communities in Florida with a brand-new market launching this week, February 10th. We are pleased to welcome James Wilson, M.D. of Fort Walton Beach and Charles Barniv, M.D., of Destin to our team in the Northwest Florida region. With two new locations in the Panhandle, we […]
The Medical Office of the Future is Here! PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla., (December 16, 2019) — Millennium Physician Group is thrilled to announce the opening of The Medical Office of the Future – a doctor’s office that leverages technology to the benefit of the patient in a way that’s never been done before. Not in Southwest […]
Millennium Physician Group is proud to continue to grow in Northeast Florida. On Monday, November 11th, we welcomed our newest physicians, advanced providers and team members in Fernandina Beach. Give a big Millennium welcome to this highly qualified internal medicine team! Office Location:1250 South 18th Street, Ste 202Fernandina Beach, FL 32034(904) 277-4690
Millennium’s Englewood Medical Center opened for business Monday, November 4. The state-of-the-art, 20,000 square foot building at 3000 McCall Road is the first we designed and built from the ground up and with our patients in mind. Drs. Jack Baron, Todd Chace, Ramon De Leon,David Gooding, Lynette Llerena, and Rhoniel Perdigon call this new facility […]
Millennium Physician Group is proud to welcome our newest physicians, advanced providers and team members in Cape Coral. We are pleased to welcome this highly qualified internal medicine and pediatrician teams. Pediatrics: Ananthalakshmi Krishnan, M.D. Heather Close, APRN Internal Medicine: Ramiah Krishnan, M.D. Candace Wooley, APRN Office Location: 126 Del Prado Blvd. N, Suite 102 Cape […]
We are excited and proud to welcome our newest physician, in Fort Myers, and she is relocating from her practice in Bonita Springs! Please give a big Millennium welcome to Anjana Chaudhari, M.D. Now Accepting New Patients! Office Location: 13691 Metro Pkwy #330 Fort Myers, FL 33912 (239) 310-5301
The 2019-2020 flu vaccine is anticipated to arrive three to four weeks later than its usual delivery date in early August. This delay is no cause for alarm, nor should it result in a vaccine shortage. The delay should, however, drive home the importance of working with your primary-care provider when it comes optimizing your health. Millennium is working closely with vaccine […]
Move alert! Gina Lombardo Paz, M.D. is moving from Port Charlotte to Venice Bypass location on August 19th, 2019! Meet Dr. Paz: Gina Lombardo Paz, M.D., family medicine physician, earned her degree at St. George’s University School of Medicine in St. George, Grenada and completed her residency at Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg, […]
We are excited and proud to welcome our newest providers, team members and patients in Sun City Center! Give a big Millennium welcome to our newest location with Benjamin Marquez, M.D., Tanika Williams, APRN and Melissa Garrison, APRN. Office Location: SUN CITY CENTER 953 Del Webb Blvd. Sun City Center, FL 33573 […]
We are excited and proud to welcome our newest primary-care provider, team members and patients to Millennium Physician Group! We now have 8 primary-care locations in Jacksonville ready to serve you! Please give a big Millennium welcome to our newest primary-care provider Anthony Capasso, MD. Education: Doctor of Medicine, Ohio State University, Columbus Ohio Residency: […]
Millennium is pleased to announce we have expanded our primary care services in Jacksonville, Florida! Join us in welcoming two new primary-care healthcare providers, Ernst Michel, M.D., Josmine Bernadin, APRN, and their team to Millennium Physician Group. We’d also like to extend a warm welcome to our newest Millennium Physician Group patients. Please take some time […]
Have you been experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath or dizziness, have high cholesterol or high blood pressure? It may be time to see a Cardiologist. Several Millennium Cardiologists are available and accepting new patients at our Fort Myers office located on 13813 Metro Parkway. Brian Craig Taschner, M.D., Robert M. Grohowski, M.D., and Steven […]
Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce the expansion of our primary-care services in Jacksonville, Florida! Join us in welcoming Victor Micolucci, MD, Zhi Yu, MD, PhD, Diana Medina, PA, Samantha Adessa, PA, Courtney Waters, PA, Courtney Griffin, PA, and their care teams to Millennium! Their knowledge of healthcare and years of experience in the community is [...]
Millennium is pleased to announce the expansion of Gastroenterology team in Port Charlotte, Florida! Join us in welcoming the office of Gastroenterologist, James S. Amontree, MD, FACP to Millennium! James S. Amontree M.D., FACP Dr. Amontree earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. He obtained his Doctor […]
We are excited to announce that Millennium is continuing to grow in Fort Myers, Florida. Join us in welcoming our newest physicians, advanced practitioners and care team members to our family! Their knowledge and years of experience in the community is of great value to our organization. Learn more about Joseph Howard M.D., Jeffrey Williams M.D., Ann […]
We are excited to announce that Millennium is continuing to grow in North Florida. Join us in welcoming our newest physicians, advanced practitioner and care team members to our family! Learn more about Eric Norenberg, M.D., family practice physician, Razvan Balotescu, M.D., internal medicine physician and Nancy Stark, PA-C below. We would also like to […]
We are pleased to announce that Millennium continues to grow in the specialty department! Join us in welcoming cardiologists Robert Grohowski, M.D., and Brian Taschner, M.D. Their knowledge of healthcare and years of experience is of great value to our organization. Don’t forget to spread the news with your friends and family in the Fort Myers […]
Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce an addition to our Sanibel and Cape Coral practice. Join us in welcoming family care physician Trevor Cox, D.O. His knowledge of health care and years of experience is of great value to our organization. He is now accepting new patients at both locations! Call 239-312-4544 for an appointment […]
Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce we are growing in the cardiology department in Fort Myers. Join us in welcoming Dr. Steven Lee! His knowledge of healthcare and years of experience is of great value to our organization. Steven Lee, M.D., FACC, FSCAI, cardiologist, earned his Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from the University […]
Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce an addition to our Fort Myers primary care team! Join us in welcoming Angela Tapia, M.D., and Juleidis Quintana M.D., both internal medicine providers. Their knowledge of healthcare and years of experience is of great value to our organization. If you are interested in our new providers, book […]
Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce an addition to our Punta Gorda primary care. We are excited to see our team grow as we welcome Nancy Hundt, M.D., and staff to our organization. Their knowledge of healthcare and years of experience in the community is of great value to Millennium. For more information about our newest […]
We are excited to announce two additional team members have joined our Port Charlotte practice! On Monday, August 13, Millennium gained two new Neurologists located in our 2315 Aaron St, Port Charlotte location. Their years of experience in health care is of great value to our organization. Join us in welcoming Jason Nazar, DO, and [...]
We are pleased to announce the addition of two primary-care physicians to our Fort Myers network of physicians. Join us as welcome Allen Jacobs MD, Brian Martin DO, Irit Hemed MD, and staff to Millennium Physician Group! For more information about our newest members, see below. Allen T. Jacobs, MD Dr. Jacobs, internal medicine provider, earned […]
Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce Binh Truong, M.D., has joined our team! We are excited to welcome her on board and watch our health care family continue to grow. Read below to learn more about our newest team members. Binh Truong, MD, Internal Medicine Dr. Truong earned her Bachelor of Science from Yale […]
Millennium Physician Group and Internal Medicine Associates Join Forces as One Organization Highly Skilled Providers. Exceptional Patient Experience. Now One Healthcare Team. July 2, 2018 – Fort Myers, Florida – Millennium Physician Group (Millennium) and Internal Medicine Associates (IMA) have become one organization as of July 1, 2018. “Millennium and IMA are dedicated to […]
Opioid Pain Medication Legislation Effective on July 1st, 2018, the state of Florida enacted new legislation regarding the prescribing of opioid pain medication to help reduce the amount of unnecessary opioid prescriptions and to assist in the recovery efforts of patients with addiction to opioid pills. Millennium Physician Group is here to help you understand […]
Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce the addition of two new Venice primary-care providers. Ana C. Ciszek, M.D., and Roberto Lopez, M.D., internal medicine providers, have decided to join our practice. Their years of knowledge is of great value to our organization. For more information read on! Ana Cecilia Ciszek, M.D., internal medicine physician, […]
Our Palm Beach Boulevard Lab is pleased to announce that our lab is officially moving to a new location February 5, 2018 Millennium’s Palm …
Millennium Physician Group is beyond excited to announce that we have expanded to North Florida. We have two wonderful offices that have decided to join our team in Jacksonville and MacClenny, Florida. Traveling North? Millennium has got you covered. Please join us in welcoming our Jacksonville team: Zwinda S. Roldan, M.D., Oscar E. Rodas, M.D., […]
Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce we have expanded into Sanibel! We welcome Scott Dunavant, M.D., Diane St. Pierre, ARNP, and staff and are very excited that they have decided to join our team. Their knowledge of health care, as well as their years of experience in the community, is of great value to our […]
Millennium Physician Group is pleased to announce we have officially opened our Fort Myers Walk-in Medical Center. Our new office is located on Metro Parkway in Fort Myers. With seven locations throughout Southwest Florida the staff at our Walk-in Medical Centers know that when you are ill, you want to feel better quickly and without […]