Florida Trust Wealth Management sponsors Shell Point Medical Breakthrough Lecture Series

Florida Trust Wealth Management continues its sponsorship of the Shell Point Medical Breakthrough Lecture Series in 2026, presented by The Legacy Foundation at Shell Point.

This educational series brings nationally recognized health care leaders and researchers to Southwest Florida to share the latest advancements in healthy aging and the prevention and treatment of some of today’s most significant medical challenges.

Each symposium in the series focuses on forward-thinking research and treatment options for conditions that commonly impact older adults, including dementia, Parkinson’s disease, heart disease and cancer. Designed to empower individuals with knowledge and practical insight, the lectures provide valuable opportunities for the community to engage with experts at the forefront of medical innovation.

Florida Trust’s sponsorship reflects the company’s commitment to supporting lifelong well-being through education, planning and community partnerships. The firm regularly works with families navigating complex financial and legacy planning decisions, making this initiative a natural extension of its mission.

“We believe that true wealth planning includes supporting our clients’ quality of life and long-term wellness,” said Al Hanser, founder and chairman of Florida Trust Wealth Management. “The Shell Point Medical Breakthrough Lecture Series offers exceptional access to leading medical experts and groundbreaking research that helps individuals make informed decisions about their health. We are honored to support a program that delivers such meaningful education and community impact.”

Upcoming programs include:

Friday, March 6

• Topic: Latest research, prevention and treatment for melanoma
• 8 a.m.: Cancer Walk
• 10 a.m.: Symposium featuring Moffitt Cancer Center researcher Dr. Peter Kanetsky
• Location: Tribby Arts Center, 17281 On Par Blvd., Fort Myers

Monday, March 30

• Topic: Parkinson’s, essential tremors and dystonia in partnership with Lee Health’s Parkinson’s program
• 1 p.m.: Advances in surgical treatments for movement disorders featuring Lee Health neurosurgeon Dr. George Mandybur
• 2 p.m.: Educational Expo
• 2:30 p.m.: Innovations in diagnosis and medical management of movement disorders featuring Lee Health neurologist Dr. Brett Mercer
• Location: The Village Church at Shell Point, 15100 Shell Point Blvd., Fort Myers

The series is open to the public. Individuals, caregivers and health care advocates are encouraged to attend and learn from leading voices in medical research and treatment innovation.

For upcoming lecture dates and registration information, call 239-433-7936.

About Florida Trust Wealth Management

Florida Trust Wealth Management is an independent state-chartered trust company with more than $5.5 billion in assets under management that provides Family Office and Wealth Management Services, including investment management, trust administration and financial counsel to high-net-worth individuals, families, businesses, foundations and endowments. The firm is focused on wealth management services that are absolute-return oriented, and performance driven. Originally established in 2001, the company operated under its flagship name of The Sanibel Captiva Trust Company for 25 years, including its divisions of The Naples Trust Company and The Tampa Bay Trust Company. Offices in Sanibel-Captiva, Fort Myers, Naples, Marco Island, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Belleair Bluffs and Tarpon Springs. www.floridatrust.com

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