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(CRESTVIEW, FL) (10/3/25) – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to focus on lifestyle and risk factors associated with breast cancer, as well the importance of breast cancer screening. Mammogram screenings are the best way for women to find breast cancer early, when it is easier to treat and before there are symptoms. However, according to the CDC, at least 25% of women ages 50-74 have not been screened for breast cancer in the past two years. North Okaloosa Medical Center is schedu... ... Read More

(CRESTVIEW, FL) – North Okaloosa Medical Center recently wrapped up its “Enjoy the Ride:Navigating a Longer, Healthier Life” email campaign, which included the importance of prevention and addressing other medical needs for overall health and longevity. If you’re one of the millions of Americans who procrastinate when it comes to preventive health screenings and elective medical procedures, now is the time to get it scheduled and checked off the list before the end of the year. From colon cancer screeni... ... Read More

CRESTVIEW, FL – The last several months of the year are often spent enjoying cooler weather, watching football and preparing for the holidays. This is also a great time to review your health plan to determine whether you’ve met or are close to meeting your insurance deductible. If you have a flexible spending account (FSA), it’s time to check the balance for the remainder of the year. Scheduling elective procedures and preventive screenings before the end of the year can help to maximize your healthcare... ... Read More

Crestview, FL (09/16/2025) – North Okaloosa Medical Center is proud to announce the certification of its cardiac rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). This certification is recognition of NOMC’s commitment to improving the quality of life of patients by enhancing standards of care. Cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation programs are designed to help people with cardiovascular problems (e.g., heart attacks, coronary artery bypass ... ... Read More

CRESTVIEW, FL, 9/8/2025 – Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of death from cancer in the U.S. and the statistics on the rates by age have surprised the medical community. Between 2012 and 2021, more colorectal cancer cases have been identified in adults under 50 each year while the rates for adults 50 and older have been going down over the same period. The American Cancer Society estimates about 107,320 new cases of colon cancer and 46,950 new cases of rectal cancer will be found in 2025. Ge... ... Read More

Crestview, FL - August 26, 2025 - North Okaloosa Physician Group is pleased to announce the addition of Pooria Hosseini, M.D., M.Sc., an orthopedic spine surgeon, to its growing team of providers at North Okaloosa Physician Group. Dr. Hosseini brings advanced knowledge in diagnosing and treating a wide range of spine conditions, from herniated discs and spinal stenosis to complex reconstructive procedures. Dr. Hosseini completed medical training at Azad University Tehran School of Medical Sciences in Te... ... Read More

CRESTVIEW, FL (August 21, 2025) – North Okaloosa Medical Center has developed an exciting new initiative designed to empower our community to live longer, healthier lives. Enjoy the Ride: Navigating a Longer, Healthier Life is a FREE 12-day, longevity-focused email series launching on Sept. 15. According to the CDC, Americans’ average lifespan is longer than ever – 74.8 years for men and 80 for women. But Americans’ healthspan – how long a person is healthy and free of disease – is decreasing. Baby Boom... ... Read More

Crestview, FL – August 19, 2025 – North Okaloosa Medical Center has reached an exciting milestone in its emergency room expansion project with the official opening of a new patient care area and a dedicated EMS entrance. This addition is designed to streamline the process for first responders, allowing them to bring patients into care more efficiently and quickly. The first to utilize the new entrance were North Okaloosa Medical Center’s long-standing partners at Okaloosa County EMS. Their dedication an... ... Read More

Crestview, FL - August 14, 2025 - Atrial fibrillation (AFib), which occurs when the heart beats irregularly and often rapidly due to abnormal electrical signals in the upper chambers of the heart, affects about 12.1 million Americans. Those who suffer from AFib are at a higher risk for stroke, heart failure, and other cardiovascular complications. However AFib is treatable, and patients at North Okaloosa Medical Center now have access to new pulsed-field ablation (PFA) technology in catheter ablation pr... ... Read More

Complex processes contribute to health and well-being CRESTVIEW, FL, (08/14/25) – We’re repeatedly told getting a good night’s sleep is important and Myron Faircloth, DNP, FNP-BC, a primary care provider with Gateway Medical Clinic, wants you to know some of the reasons why. Faircloth says your overall health and well-being directly benefit from the complex internal work going on while you sleep. Sleep frees your body and brain to experience important changes and processes that, if not completed, can le... ... Read More