Dr. Heather A. Fagan, M.D., M.S., FAAP, joined us in Lake Nona in 2014 when she was asked to join the staff of Nemours Children’s Hospital. She currently holds several titles at the honorable Medical City hospital: acting pediatrician-in-chief, designated institutional official for graduate medical education, an academic assistant dean for the University of Central Florida … [Read more...]
Felicity Mae Know
Q: “What advice do you have for going vegan?” – Melrose A: Finding a diet and a lifestyle that works for you is wonderful but takes a bit of work to adjust to. Self-discipline, mindfulness, and strength are imperative in adopting a new way of life. I tried going vegan not too long ago as a weight loss tactic, and while it was incredibly effective and made me feel clean and … [Read more...]
The Floridian Response to COVID-19
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Wednesday, April 29, that Florida would begin to reopen its economy in attempts to rebuild the state’s foundation. He outlined a number of phases intended to slowly ease our businesses out of fear and into working order while protecting the vulnerable population. “Now, these steps will be deliberate. It will not be like turning … [Read more...]
Nona Heroes: Nelson Medina
Nelson Medina, a triple-board certified physician in internal medicine, pulmonology, and critical care in his early 40s, is a local who came to us all the way from Puerto Rico, then New Jersey and finally Miami before settling in Lake Nona with his family to contribute his skill to the bustling Medical City. His past five years in pulmonary and critical care … [Read more...]
Felicity Mae Know
Q: “Hi, Felicity, I feel like I never know how to prepare for interviews or what to do when I get there. What are your best tips for job interviews?” – Alejandra A: Great question! I’ve been through my fair share of job interviews and have found that the most valuable traits you can exhibit are confidence and positivity. Greet your interviewer with a big smile, a firm … [Read more...]