<![CDATA[Advanced Urgent Care | Key West, Marathon & Key Largo - Blog]]>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:12:11 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[New Primary Care team in Key Largo!]]>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 20:57:57 GMThttps://www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com/blog/advanced-primary-care-launches-in-key-largo
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Advanced Primary Care is pleased to welcome new members to the team. Our Primary Care clinicians can assist patients with:
  • Chronic health conditions that need longterm and in-depth care and attention
  • Annual physical evaluations for work, school, camp, etc.
  • Illness prevention, travel-related needs
  • Complete and all encompassing wellness advising from head to toe
  • Adjusting medications and starting new medications​
  • Specialist referrals and integration with Advanced Urgent Care's diagnostic services including CT, MRI, X-ray, Ultrasound, Lab Work, Lung Cancer Screening, Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring, and more

To learn more about Primary Care in Key Largo, please click here.
]]><![CDATA[Healthcare Costs Rise in 2026]]>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 03:26:21 GMThttps://www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com/blog/healthcare-costs-rise-in-2026Healthcare insurance premiums are expected to rise dramatically this year, affecting a broad range of consumers across the United States. New regulations are contributing to higher costs and reduced services, especially in the Exchange Marketplace and Medicaid programs. Commercial insurance customers are also facing significant premium increases, making healthcare coverage less affordable and more difficult to access.

At Advanced Urgent Care, we are committed to supporting you and your families during this challenging time with KeysKares - our simple, affordable healthcare membership plan designed to put you back in control of your health.

With premiums rising and stricter insurance policies approaching, now is the best time to secure affordable healthcare for you, your family, and your employees. Don’t wait until premium increases or regulatory changes impact your access to care.

Please visit our KeysKares page to learn more about how membership may help you.

]]><![CDATA[Best Upper Keys Doctor!]]>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 20:33:32 GMThttps://www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com/blog/best-upper-keys-doctorCongratulations AUC Key Largo's one and only Dr. Morrison! We're honored to have you as part of our team! Thank you for your compassion, expertise, and dedication to patient care.

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]]><![CDATA[Orthopedics & Sports Medicine]]>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 19:39:02 GMThttps://www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com/blog/orthopedics-sports-medicine
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Advanced Urgent Care is proud to host and partner with Key West Concierge Orthopedics to provide Key West patients with holistic,  non-surgical care that blends orthopedic expertise with specialized injections, lifestyle optimization, and precision diagnostics.

Harnessing the power of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) or corticosteroid injections and targeted pain management techniques,  we accelerate healing and restore function without invasive procedures. Every treatment by our concierge Key West Orthopedics practice can be guided by advanced ultrasound imaging, ensuring accuracy and effectiveness for faster recovery.

Led by Advanced Urgent Care's, Dr. Jason Pirzzolo, his clinical expertise encompasses non-surgical orthopedics, sports medicine, and high-acuity urgent care. He served as Director of Sports Medicine and Trauma at Orlando Hand Surgery Associates (2011–2022) and was an Assistant Clinical Professor at Florida State University College of Medicine (2014–2023).

Common injuries that can be remedied with our services include: arthritis, fractures, back pain, tendonitis, trigger finger, carpal tunnel, tennis elbow, rotator cuff injury, knee pain, elbow pain, and more. 

We proudly offer: PRP (platelet-rich plasma), stem call therapy, painless injections, diet & exercise prescriptions, CT / ultrasound / MRI, genetic testing, customized care, etc. 

Click here to learn more. 
]]><![CDATA[New Year, New Services]]>Sat, 04 Jan 2025 19:27:18 GMThttps://www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com/blog/new-year-new-servicesHappy New Year, everyone!

At Advanced Urgent Care, we are always expanding our services for the community. With so many offerings across three centers, we have created a handy chart for your reference.

As always, feel free to call us with any questions.

Let's go, 2025!
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]]><![CDATA[Primary Care launches in Marathon!]]>Sat, 19 Oct 2024 03:37:02 GMThttps://www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com/blog/primary-care-launches-in-marathon
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On November 4, Advanced Primary Care will be launched in Marathon out of our Advanced Urgent Care facility. 

Please help us welcome Samantha Brendenkamp DPN to the team with John O' Connor MD!

Our Primary Care clinicians can assist patients with:
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  • Chronic health conditions that need longterm and in-depth care and attention
  • Annual physical evaluations for work, school, camp, etc.
  • Illness prevention, travel-related needs
  • Complete and all encompassing wellness advising from head to toe
  • Adjusting medications and starting new medications​
  • Specialist referrals and integration with Advanced Urgent Care's diagnostic services including CT, MRI, X-ray, Ultrasound, Lab Work, Lung Cancer Screening, Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring, and more

To learn more about Primary Care in Marathon, please click here.

]]><![CDATA[Advanced Aesthetic Care Launches]]>Sun, 01 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMThttps://www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com/blog/advanced-aesthetic-care-launches
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At Advanced Urgent Care, we are always thinking of new ways to support our local community with affordable, quality healthcare.

That's why we are pleased to introduce the new Advanced Aesthetic Care in Key Largo and Marathon.

Jami Horvat, APRN leads the team of licensed clinicians who will utilize the latest tools in beauty and aesthetic care to assist patients in achieving their appearance goals. From weight loss to botox, dermal fillers to PRP, we are excited to now help not only your inside at Advanced Urgent Care, but your outside too. 

Check out the new Aesthetics and Beauty page for more information on these services. 
]]><![CDATA[NEW Early Detection Cancer Screening Program]]>Sat, 03 Aug 2024 18:54:55 GMThttps://www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com/blog/new-early-detection-cancer-screening-program
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According to American Cancer Society data, 2 million new cases of cancer and over 600,000 cancer related deaths are projected for 2024. With the increasing incidence of lung, colorectal, brain, and pancreatic cancers, Florida is predicted to have the second highest death rate in the nation.

Early onset cancers in people under 50 years of age has increased globally by an astonishing 79%, which dramatically shifts the demographics of the cancer patient away from the elderly, and toward middle and younger age groups – making early diagnosis critical.

This increased incidence of cancer, coupled with the essential need for early detection, has led Advanced Urgent Care to develop a new program for early cancer screening. It incorporates a dual imaging approach using CT and MRI – both of which are accessible and affordable through Advanced Urgent Care. After initial consultation, patients will be scheduled for the following diagnostic scans:

  • Brain
  • Thyroid
  • Lung
  • Kidney
  • Adrenal
  • Liver
  • Pancreatic
  • Ovary
  • Uterine
  • Prostate

Once testing is complete, patients will have their scans reviewed and analyzed by the physician. Results and potential next steps will be discussed with the patient. 

Acknowledging the critical importance of early cancer screening, and the prohibitive costs of local, competitive providers, Advanced Urgent Care is thrilled to offer this package for a cash price of $2000. This unique program is not covered by insurance.

To learn more about this program, please visit the Cancer Screening page. 
]]><![CDATA[Advanced Urgent Care "Hears Your Voice!"]]>Sun, 12 May 2024 20:47:31 GMThttps://www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com/blog/advanced-urgent-care-hears-your-voiceAt Advanced Urgent Care, we listen to our patients and the community's needs. That's why we are consistently reinvesting in Monroe County by offering new healthcare services across our three centers. Whether it's primary care, MRI, or cardiology, Advanced Urgent Care strives to bring the best and most affordable medical care to the Florida Keys.
]]><![CDATA[Happy National Doctors' Day!]]>Sat, 30 Mar 2024 20:47:37 GMThttps://www.urgentcarefloridakeys.com/blog/happy-national-doctors-dayAdvanced Urgent Care wishes to thank our incredible team of physicians across all three of our locations on National Doctors' Day! :)

Your collective experience, compassion, and dedication to the well being of our patients means the world to our Conch community. Thank you for all you do, and thank you to the nurses, PAs, midlevels, and techs who support their efforts!

Dr. Sundin, Dr. O'Connor, Dr. Wagner, Dr. Boros, Dr. Pirozzolo, Dr. Morrison, Dr. Diaz, and Dr. Mederos. Thank you!

- AUC
March 30, 2024
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