Category Archives: Past Patients Blog

Final Numbers of 2012

Posted on January 3, 2013 by admin

2013 is upon us, and with its arrival come our final counts over the past year.  Tallying up the numbers, we had a total of 56 new patients in 2012 including 8 transfers.  Considering the average annual intake is 70 … Continue reading →

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Washback Hatchlings Released!

Posted on November 15, 2012 by admin

Five hatchlings rescued from marinas in the month of November were released yesterday into a weedline in the Gulf Stream.  It seems every time we think we’re done with hatchlings, another arrives!  (So, I won’t go as far as to … Continue reading →

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Fiesta’s Release is Well-Attended

Posted on October 27, 2012 by admin

Members of The Turtle Hospital staff weren’t the only ones present at Fiesta’s release last Saturday from Higg’s Beach in Key West.  More than 100 well-wishers attended the public release.  Fiesta was lowered into the water by local politician Mario … Continue reading →

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“Good Hope” the Sea Turtle Dies

Posted on October 2, 2012 by admin

The Turtle Hospital is sad to report the passing away of our sea turtle patient, ”Good Hope,” a pregnant hawksbill airlifted for treatment from St. Croix exactly one month ago. Good Hope’s passing came as a surprise to hospital staff.  She was … Continue reading →

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Record Breaking Tumor!

Posted on September 21, 2012 by admin

Jimbo’s jumbo pap was removed today after an endoscope (click to view footage!) revealed healthy internal organs–and, surprise!, he’s a boy!  The tumor weighed more than 3 pounds! Previously, the largest tumor The Turtle Hospital had ever removed weighed 535 grams.  … Continue reading →

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