New Hospital Coming To Minneola: AdventHealth Breaks Ground

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AdventHealth broke ground last week on AdventHealth Minneola, an 80-bed hospital that will bring inpatient care to the growing population of south Lake County. Leaders and community members came together to mark the start of construction.

The four-story hospital will be located on Hancock Road at Florida’s Turnpike, off the Minneola interchange.

The facility will be approximately 204,000 square feet and includes an emergency department; full-service imaging; five operating suites; endoscopy services; outpatient laboratory; heart catheterization labs; 40 critical care patient rooms and 40 general medical or surgical rooms. These new services will meet a significant need in south Lake County which has seen a shortage of physicians in nearly every specialty.

As part of AdventHealth’s $271 million investment in the community’s health care infrastructure, AdventHealth Minneola will serve as a beacon of hope and healing. A recent study by Sg2, a health care consulting agency, estimates the population of Minneola will increase by 13% in the next five years, making the provision of high-quality acute care services critical.

“We are committed to providing convenient, whole-person care close to home, wherever consumers live in Central Florida,” said Kari Vargas, CEO of AdventHealth’s Northwest Market. “With a fast-growing population and a community need for additional access to primary and specialty care, we look forward to offering the residents of South Lake a complete range of exceptional, compassionate care.”

The Agency for Healthcare Administration (ACHA) reports that over 45% of residents of this community leave the county to receive inpatient services.

“In many cases, we know that the best medical care is care that is close to home,” said Dr. Nicholas McAlister, director of emergency medicine at AdventHealth Clermont and Winter Garden. “For many residents of this community, that care hasn’t been available, which leads them to leave the area if they need hospital services. This facility will allow more of those people to receive world-class care closer to home.”

The Minneola campus joins AdventHealth’s growing network of inpatient and outpatient services in the South Lake and West Orange communities. The hospital will be located in a new and up-and-coming development, as well as within walking distance of shopping, entertainment, housing, and green space.

“It is an honor for me and my fellow City Council members to welcome AdventHealth to Minneola,” said Mayor Pat Kelley. “The presence of AdventHealth in our community will further accelerate the development of our economic development zone. AdventHealth Minneola hospital will not only offer residents a health care provider to proud of, but also bring good high-paying health care jobs to our community.”

Upon completion, the hospital will bring 500 jobs to the community.

The architect is ESa and the general contractor is Brasfield & Gorrie. AdventHealth Minneola is scheduled to open in late 2025.

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eMerge Americas Partners With Jackson Health System And UHealth-University Of Miami Health System To Debut Healthtech Innovation Hub

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eMerge Americas, the premier technology conference and expo shaping the future of tech, announced its partnership with Jackson Health System and UHealth – University of Miami Health System on the launch of the Healthtech Innovation Hub.

The highly-anticipated Healthtech experience will make its debut at the eMerge Americas 2024 Conference and Expo, which takes place on April 18 + 19, 2024 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Jackson Health System and UHealth on the Healthtech Innovation Hub debuting at eMerge Americas 2024. Given the massive acceleration and growth that we have seen in the healthtech sector over the last several years coupled with Jackson and UHealth as innovative leaders in this space, we are certain that this new partnership and initiative will offer an important perspective on the future of healthcare and the important role technology plays in it,” said Melissa Medina, CEO and President of eMerge Americas. “To say we are excited to work together on something like this is an understatement!”

Powered by Jackson Health System and UHealth – University of Miami Health System, this expansive pavilion will highlight the extraordinary intersection of technology and medicine, bringing life to the Patient Experience. Interactive exhibits and thought-provoking content will connect healthcare providers, healthtech companies and investors fueling the advancement of health technology to deliver better patient outcomes. The program will feature an exclusive Executive Track for healthcare senior leaders and the Health Hub Theater dedicated to providing expert insights and revolutionary ideas aiming to improve the patient journey.

“Healthcare is one of the industries most impacted by rapidly evolving technology, with Jackson Health System and our partners at the University of Miami Health System leading the way in redefining how innovative health care is delivered to our patients,” said Carlos A. Migoya, president and CEO of Jackson Health System. “By collaborating with the tech industry giants at eMerge Americas to create the new Healthtech Innovation Hub, we will bring together healthcare leaders, innovators, and change makers to tackle some of the industry’s greatest challenges and opportunities to continue improving the patient experience.”

 

“We are excited to be collaborating with our long-time partners, Jackson Health System, in presenting the Healthtech Innovation Hub at eMerge Americas,” said Dipen J. Parekh, M.D., chief operating officer at UHealth and founding director of the Desai Sethi Urology Institute. “It’s a natural extension of our ongoing focus to lead the incorporation of technology that can benefit our patients. Healthcare is one of the sectors where high-tech and high touch can come together. We look forward to demonstrating that concept.”

The Patient Experience is at the center of the Healthtech Innovation Hub. It aims to examine and explore the intricate journey of a patient, breaking it down into seven core segments. This distinctive approach provides an inclusive platform for individuals across the healthcare spectrum. Participants will gain tangible takeaways and insights to make a lasting impact on the care and wellbeing of our communities. The Patient Experience at eMerge will explore at-home wellness, outpatient/ambulatory care, pharmacy, lab/diagnostic imaging, acute care, hospital at-home and inpatient/outpatient rehab using the latest advancements in technology like telehealth & remote monitoring; AI-driven patient engagement, personalized medicine, smart rooms and more.

 

Source:  South Florida Hospital News

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Tampa General Hospital Reveals Plan For State-of-the-Art Pavilion As Part Of The Tampa Medical & Research District

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Tampa General Hospital (TGH) presented plans for the new TGH Surgical, Neuroscience & Transplant Pavilion at the Tampa City Council meeting and received unanimous approval to rezone land, paving the way for construction.

“The new building will not just transform Tampa General’s campus, it will be pivotal in our efforts to transform the health care landscape,” said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital. “The TGH Surgical, Neuroscience & Transplant Pavilion will be an intersection of technology and human ingenuity, where patients can access best-in-class providers, modern equipment and state-of-the-art facilities. This is one example of how we’re continuing to invest in Tampa General’s high acuity service lines and strengthening one of the nation’s top 10 transplant programs. We are grateful to Mayor Jane Castor and the members of the city council for their unwavering support for this initiative and our ongoing efforts to expand access to world-class care.”

The new pavilion will be home to Tampa General’s surgical, neuroscience and transplant services. The 13-story, 565,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art medical building will provide 144 patient beds, 32 operating suites and increased intensive care unit (ICU) capacity. In addition, there will be space for education and training, emergency response and sterile processing, along with two floors reserved for future growth. This building is the flagship of Tampa General’s $550 million Master Facility Plan, which was designed to meet the growing need for care in the region and across the state of Florida.

The TGH Surgical, Neuroscience & Transplant Pavilion will be a pillar in the burgeoning Tampa Medical and Research District, anchored by Tampa General and USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, where world-class clinical care, academics, research and biotechnology intersect in the heart of Tampa. It will be a symbol of the growing health care ecosystem that is attracting talent, creating jobs and transforming our state’s health care landscape.

“The new TGH Surgical, Neuroscience & Transplant Pavilion will be more than a building – it will provide a seamless coordination of care, education and research,” said Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM, executive vice president of USF Health and dean of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. “This environment will enhance the abilities of our physicians to provide patients with the highest quality care while also educating the next generation of health providers and pursuing research discoveries to both benefit our patients and improve health care.”

The TGH Surgical, Neuroscience & Transplant Pavilion will be located adjacent to the hospital’s main building on Davis Islands. Public access around the building will be preserved, so that residents and visitors can walk the perimeter of the Tampa General campus on the island and enjoy the beauty of the new structure and space. Construction on the new TGH Surgical, Neuroscience & Transplant Pavilion will begin in 2024 and is expected to be completed within three years.

“We’re grateful for the support of the community, and we’re ready to get a jump-start on construction of the new TGH Surgical, Neuroscience & Transplant Pavilion,” said Drew Graham, chair of the board of directors at Tampa General Hospital. “This building marks an important milestone in our efforts to expand access to world-class care and grow the Tampa Medical & Research District as one of the nation’s leading destinations for innovation in health care.”

The reveal of the TGH Surgical, Neuroscience & Transplant Pavilion comes on the heels of other major announcements by Tampa General in recent weeks. TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track opened two new state-of-the-art urgent care clinics this week, adding to its 16 previous locations throughout Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco counties.

On December 1, Tampa General announced the completion of its acquisition of the Bravera Health network. The hospitals, clinical operations, services, providers and team members that were previously owned and operated by certain subsidiaries of Community Health Systems, Inc., in Citrus and Hernando counties are now TGH North.

Last month, TGH and Kitson & Partners announced an agreement to bring Tampa General’s world-class care to Babcock Ranch, America’s first solar-powered town located in Charlotte and Lee counties. A new 6,500-square-foot facility is planned that will serve approximately 8,000 residents who currently live in Babcock Ranch, as well as the residents in the surrounding communities. This partnership extends TGH’s geographic footprint to Southwest Florida.

Tampa General’s academic health system now encompasses six hospitals, more than 150 care locations and nearly 14,000 team members and providers. The system provides the highest level of complex care to treat the most severe illnesses and conditions for patients from 23 counties across Florida. The system is recognized as one of the nation’s best hospitals, according to U.S. News & World Report, with six specialties ranking among the best programs in the United States. Tampa General is committed to clinical excellence, patient safety, innovation, research, education, and patient satisfaction.

 

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AdventHealth Planning New Medical Campus In Poinciana

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AdventHealth has filed plans with Osceola County to build a new medical campus in Poinciana across from Liberty High School.

The healthcare company applied for rezoning for four parcels on Pleasant Hill Road currently occupied by the Johnston Springs RV Park and Campground. The assemblage spans nearly 57 acres, but the proposed Planned Development would only cover 8.6 acres, according to the application.

The campus would be developed in two phases and would mirror the development program established by the company’s other HealthPark projects, like the ones in Clermont and at U.S. 192 at Partin Settlement Road.

The proposal calls for a 17,585-square-foot Free Standing Emergency Department in the phase 1, followed by a 4-story, 48,000-square-foot medical/dental office building in phase 2. The application The PD would also allow an outpatient surgery center, a helipad, rehabilitation center and complementary commercial uses, such as daycare, pharmacy or eyeglass provider.

The application also notes that there would be a 10-foot-wide vegetative buffer between any medical use and existing RV sites.

 

Source:  GrowthSpotter

 

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Tampa General Hospital, Kitson & Partners Announce Partnership To Offer World-Class Care To Babcock Ranch Community

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Tampa General Hospital (TGH) and Kitson & Partners announced an agreement to bring Tampa General’s world-class care to Babcock Ranch, America’s first solar-powered town. This partnership connects Babcock Ranch’s innovative and growing community with Tampa General Hospital, one of the nation’s leading academic health systems.

“This agreement represents a partnership between two visionary organizations that are committed to leveraging technology and innovation to better care for our communities,” said Stacey Brandt, executive vice president and chief administrative officer at Tampa General Hospital. “Soon, residents of Babcock Ranch will have access to the world-class care we offer at TGH, rooted in technology and innovation just like their state-of-the-art community.” 

Ranked as the nation’s 5th best-selling master planned community in 2022 and encompassing 18,000 acres, Babcock Ranch is planned for 19,500 residences and 6,000,000 square feet of commercial space. Created by Kitson & Partners with the philosophy that smart growth and sustainability work hand in hand, half of Babcock Ranch’s footprint is set aside as greenways, parks and expansive lakes, providing recreation and scenic backdrops for Babcock Ranch’s homes and the Founder’s Square downtown district.

“Health and wellness is an integral part of Babcock Ranch, so this expansion of health care offerings will now give our residents access to best-in-class care,” said Tom Hoban, president and chief investment officer of Kitson & Partners. “In addition to the Lee Memorial Physician Group and WellWay services available in Founder’s Square, there will be a robust care team available to meet all the needs of our growing community including preventative, routine and urgent care. We know access to quality care is critically important and the TGH partnership will undoubtedly deliver that to our residents.”

As a first step, Tampa General will construct a TGH Urgent Care Powered by Fast Track at the main entrance of Babcock Ranch in The Shoppes at Yellow Pine on Cypress Parkway. It is expected to be a 6,500-square-foot facility that will serve approximately 8,000 residents who currently live in Babcock Ranch, as well as the residents in the surrounding communities.

The rapid growth of Babcock Ranch has accelerated the demand for local access to quality health care. With the planned TGH Urgent Care Powered by Fast Track, residents will soon have access to immediate care from world-class providers for common illnesses and injuries. With the help of care navigators, they will also gain more efficient and timely access to the specialists and experts across the academic health system.

The 6,500-square-foot facility includes 2,500 square feet for TGH to provide more health care services to the community. TGH will weave in care navigation to facilitate appointments, respond to specific care needs and help access community resources and support. TGH plans to engage directly with the residents of Babcock Ranch through outreach and focus groups to gauge their health care needs. With this information, Tampa General will work with stakeholders to develop innovative solutions that can evolve and grow to meet the needs of the community over time.

TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track offers efficient, high-quality urgent care performed by board-certified primary care providers in a patient-friendly environment. TGH Urgent Care is accredited through the Urgent Care Association (UCA), the highest level of distinction for urgent care centers, which sets standards and criteria for quality of patient care, safety and scope of services.

“With the new TGH Urgent Care Powered by Fast Track planned in Babcock Ranch, we’re bringing world-class care to Southwest Florida,” said Tampa General Hospital executive vice president and chief ambulatory care officer, Adam Smith. “Area residents will have access to care for common illnesses and injuries in a convenient location. Should a patient need further care, we can help connect them with the services of our nationally recognized academic health system, with best-in-class providers located across the state.”

The new clinic, which will be open seven days a week, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., will treat common illnesses and injuries. Common tests, check-ups and procedures offered at TGH Urgent Care powered by Fast Track include school and sports physicals, X-rays and certain laboratory tests. This new clinic also will offer testing for infectious conditions, including COVID-19 and the flu. Occupational health services are also available and include pre-employment screenings, employment physicals, workers’ compensation injuries and vaccinations.

 

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