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At The Lakewood Ranch Medical Center Blog you'll find information you can use to improve your overall health and well-being, and stories about our amazing patients and Healthcare Heroes serving our community.
Treatment for GERD at Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
September 18, 2025
Dr. Samuel Yelverton, a board-certified general surgeon, discusses the TIF and cTIF procedures for the treatment of gastroesphageal reflux disease (GERD).
Speech Therapy Isn’t Just for Talking — It Can Help with Swallowing, Too
September 16, 2025
From language and speech disorders to swallowing difficulties and hearing issues, learn how speech therapy can help treat a wide variety of conditions.
These Conditions May Be Mistaken for Breast Cancer
September 15, 2025
Here are some breast conditions that may look or feel similar to breast cancer. While many are harmless, it's important to get anything unusual you see or feel checked out. If it's something serious, catching it early is the best thing you can do for your health.