HSS at NCH

02/23/2026

Leadership from HSS at NCH was honored on Thursday night during the Women's Basketball game. They got a special visit from Azul and received a signed jersey from the team! The Eagles pulled out a win over the Eastern Kentucky Colonels, 69-63! We are appreciative of our partnership with Athletics programs.

02/18/2026

Stronger muscles = better hip support.​

Jeffrey Stimac, MD, an adult reconstruction & joint replacement surgeon at HSS at NCH who specializes in hip & knee conditions, explains why strength training is key to managing hip arthritis.​

Dr. Stimac outlines how strength training helps stabilize the joint, reduce pain, and prevent fractures.

02/16/2026

Back pain in young athletes can sometimes be caused by a small stress injury in the lower spine. NCH surgeons are now using a groundbreaking method that pairs robotics with bone grafting to repair these fractures with smaller incisions, less downtime, and faster healing compared to traditional spinal fusion.

Learn more about how HSS at NCH surgeon Dr. Nicholas Clark and Pediatric Orthopedics of Southwest Florida surgeon Dr. Robert Palmer are using this innovative technique to help athletes return to sports sooner by reading the full article here.

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Surgeons at NCH are using a new robotic method to treat pars fractures in young athletes, significantly reducing recovery time.

02/12/2026

Join HSS at NCH, with expertise from HSS, the nation’s #1 in orthopedics. Visit our website to see opportunities. HSS is a service of Naples Comprehensive Health.

02/11/2026

A special night for one of our HSS at NCH families at the FGCU Women's Basketball game. From courtside seats to being named Family of the Night and meeting the players afterward, it was an experience they will never forget. 🔥🏀

FGCU Athletics

02/06/2026

Small nutrition tweaks can make a big difference for joint health. ​

Here are foods that help reduce inflammation, from a webinar hosted by Jeffrey Stimac, MD, an adult reconstruction & joint replacement surgeon at HSS at NCH who specializes in hip & knee conditions.​

The link between processed foods and joint inflammation.

02/05/2026

We had an incredible time seeing our NCH employees tackle the Mission Move x NCH Circuit across our North Naples Campus! This dynamic, mile-long workout took participants through seven different stations designed to challenge the full body.

A huge shoutout to our NCH Rehab and Wellness volunteers who were stationed throughout the campus to provide expert guidance on form and technique. It’s inspiring to see our team prioritize their own health and mobility while supporting one another!



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01/30/2026

Proud to be the Power Behind the Blades! 🏒 Meet the experts keeping the Florida Everblades at the top of their game: Dr. Patrick Smith, Dr. Eric Mancini, and Dr. James Kinderknecht.​

HSS at NCH is proud to serve as the official team physicians for the Florida Everblades, ensuring these elite athletes receive the highest level of orthopedic and sports medicine care. From injury prevention to rapid recovery, our team is dedicated to their success on and off the ice.

01/27/2026

Thank you to all who joined HSS at NCH at The Arlington in Naples for our session on the Multidisciplinary Management of Orthopedic Patients.​

Dr. James Kinderknecht and Dr. Jeffrey Stimac provided practical guidance on pain management, injury prevention, and maintaining long-term mobility with Dr. Stimac touching on innovative technologies in the orthopedic space. It was great to connect with the Naples community and share these resources for orthopedic health.

01/22/2026

Stiffness, groin pain, or trouble with daily movement? Jeffrey Stimac, MD, an adult reconstruction & joint replacement surgeon at HSS at NCH who specializes in hip & knee conditions, explains how these could be signs of hip arthritis.​

Dr. Stimac outlines how hip arthritis presents and what kinds of pain patients feel.

01/15/2026

Join HSS at NCH for a special Mission Move event at Naples Botanical Garden on February 5th. Start your day with a brisk walk and a light, movement-focused workout led by one of our expert Physical Therapists.​

Your free registration includes:​

A guided workout through the beautiful garden landscapes.​

Expert advice on bone, joint, and muscle health.​

Free time to explore the Garden after the event PLUS a complimentary return pass for another day!​

📍 When: Feb 5, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM ​

💧 Details: Water provided. Please wear athletic clothing and proper footwear.​

⚠️ Space is limited! RSVP today to secure your spot: madison.havemeier@nchmd.org​
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01/13/2026

Hip pain that won’t quit? In this quick clip, Jeffrey Stimac, MD, an adult reconstruction & joint replacement surgeon at HSS at NCH who specializes in hip & knee conditions, breaks down what hip arthritis really is.​

Dr. Stimac explains how arthritis causes cartilage loss, bone-on-bone grinding, and pain.