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Florida Hospital As A Seven-Campus System
For nearly 100 years, Florida Hospital has been providing care to the Central Florida community. The mission of Florida Hospital is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ through a commitment to the physical, mental and spiritual well being of patients, employees and friends. With seven hospitals and 14 Centra Care walk-in medical centers, Florida Hospital is one of the largest hospital systems in the country, caring for almost one million patients every year.
FLORIDA HOSPITAL FACTS:
- ONE OF THE LARGEST HOSPITALS IN AMERICA. Ranked first in the country for number of inpatient admissions by the American Hospital Association - caring for almost 1 million patients a year.
- AMERICA’S HEART HOSPITAL. Named America’s Heart Hospital by MSNBC. Perform nearly 17,000 complex cardiac procedures each year. The first hospital in the state to be recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center by The Society of Chest Pain Centers and Providers. (2003)
- HOSPITAL OF THE FUTURE. The Wall Street Journal named Florida Hospital the “Hospital of the Future”. (1999)
- ONE OF AMERICA’S BEST HOSPITALS. Recognized five years in a row (1999-2003) by U.S. News & World Report as “One of America’s Best Hospitals” for clinical specialties including:
- MEDICARE LEADER. Largest provider of Medicare services in the nation.
- HOSPITAL OF THE 21ST CENTURY. Florida Hospital Celebration Health awarded Premier Patient Services Innovator Award as “The Model for Healthcare Delivery in the 21st Century”.
- TOP BIRTHING CENTER. Fit Pregnancy magazine named Florida Hospital one of the “Top 10 Best Places in the Country to have a Baby”. (2002)
- TOP REPLACEMENT CENTER. The AARP’s Modern Maturity magazine named Florida Hospital on of the “Top 10 Hospitals for Knee and Hip Replacements”. (2001)
- TOP WOMEN’S CENTER. Self magazine named Florida Hospital one of America's “Top 10 Hospitals for Women”. (1997)
- TOP ORTHOPEDIC CENTER. Orthopedic Network News ranked the Florida Hospital Orthopedics program 6th in the country for hip and knee replacement procedures. (2001)
- TOP CARDIAC CENTER. Modern Healthcare magazine named Florida Hospital one of the “Top 100 Hospitals for Cardiac Care”. (2002)
- QUALITY LEADER AWARD. The National Research Corporation awarded Florida Hospital the “Quality Leader Award”. (1996-1999)
- CONSUMER CHOICE AWARD WINNER. Florida Hospital has received the Consumer Choice Award from the National Research Corporation every year from 1996 to the present.
- LEADING FAMILY PRACTICE RESIDENCY PROGRAM. Largest family practice residency program in the state of Florida.
- TOP CANCER PROGRAM. The Florida Hospital Cancer Institute is the largest, most comprehensive cancer program in the state of Florida and treats more cancer patients than any other program in Florida.
Florida Hospital. The Skill to Heal. The Spirit to Care.
Florida Hospital Expands Global Initiatives with European Partnership
Friday March 14, 2008 - Medical News
At a press conference in Berlin, Germany today, Florida Hospital and German hospital Krankenhaus Waldfriede announced a partnership to exchange research and expertise.
Florida Hospital Comprises 12.2 Percent of Local Economy, According to Financial Impact Assessment
Thursday December 13, 2007 - Medical News
A recently completed financial impact assessment shows that Florida Hospital is one of the major contributors to the Central Florida economy.
Three Local Health Systems Unite to Plant Seeds of Health in Orlando
Wednesday November 7, 2007 - Medical News
On the steps of City Hall Wednesday morning, three of Central Florida’s major healthcare systems came together to make an announcement that will help create a healthier community.
Florida Hospital Doctors Trade Medical Instruments for Musical Instruments at Third Annual Physicians In Concert
Thursday October 25, 2007 - Medical News
Being a physician is a very important and rewarding job. However, it can also be intense, stressful, and demanding at times. To help its physicians unwind, connect, and let loose, Florida Hospital Physician Support Services has planned the third annual Physicians in Concert, an evening of fun and inspiring music for physicians and their families, performed by fellow physicians.
Florida Hospital Home Care Services Therapists Receive Highest Level of Lymphedema Certification Available in North America
Wednesday October 24, 2007 - Medical News
Florida Hospital Home Care Services (FHHCS) therapists Beth Harkins, PT/CLT-LANA, and Dawn Brinkman, OTR/L, CLT-LANA, recently completed their LANA Certification, the highest level of certification offered by the Lymphedema Association of North America.
Florida Hospital Wins Top Diversity Awards
Wednesday September 26, 2007 - Medical News
Florida Hospital wins highest corporate award and Florida Hospital executive wins highest individual award
Disney and Florida Hospital to Make Historic Announcement Impacting the Future of Health Care
Tuesday September 18, 2007 - Medical News
Disney is known throughout the world for creating magical and memorable experiences for children and families. Florida Hospital has been caring for the health of children and families in Central Florida and beyond for nearly 100 years. Now the “place where dreams come true” and the hospital that exists to heal the mind, body, and spirit of its patients are joining forces for an unprecedented announcement.
Florida Hospital Named Top Choice for Consumers in the Orlando Area
Thursday September 6, 2007 - Medical News
For the 12th year in a row, Florida Hospital has earned the prestigious National Research Corporation (NRC) Consumer Choice Award for its high quality and image.
Florida Hospital Names Chief Academic Officer
Friday August 17, 2007 - Medical News
Florida Hospital has appointed Joseph Portoghese, M.D., Chief Academic Officer of Florida Hospital. Dr. Portoghese will lead Florida Hospital’s Graduate Medical Education programs on its seven Central Florida campuses, overseeing the academic quality, structure and performance of the residency programs and fellowships.
Florida Hospital Recognized as One of The Orlando Sentinel’s Top 100 Companies for Working Families
Thursday August 9, 2007 - Medical News
A combination of good benefits and a great work environment make Florida Hospital one of the best places for working families, according to The Orlando Sentinel’s 2007 Top 100 Companies for Working Families.
Florida Hospital Donates School Supplies for Central Florida’s Students
Monday July 30, 2007 - Medical News
Florida Hospital Nurses, Doctors, Employees Fill Backpacks for Needy Children for the Annual Backpacks for Kids Campaign
Florida Hospital and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida
Thursday April 5, 2007 - Medical News
Adventist Health System’s Florida Hospital Division and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida (BCBSF) have reached a new two-year agreement that will expand their current contract to include the BlueOptions (NetworkBlue) and BlueCare (HMO) plans at Florida Hospital’s 17 hospitals, 16 Centra Care Urgent Care Centers and other ancillary providers in the 9-county central Florida region.
Florida Hospital, University of Central Florida Debut First Issue of National Lifestyle Medicine Journal
Tuesday January 16, 2007 - Medical News
The journal is the official journal of the American Lifestyle Medicine Association.
Florida Hospital Named Orlando’s Most Preferred Hospital
Wednesday November 8, 2006 - Medical News
For the 11th consecutive year, the National Research Corporation has named Florida Hospital as one of the nation's top hospitals in its list of 2006-07 Consumer Choice Award winners.
Florida Hospital, University of Central Florida Announce New Era of Lifestyle Medicine
Monday November 6, 2006 - Medical News
Recognizing the dramatic impact of lifestyle medicine on health, UCF and Florida Hospital have formed a strategic alliance to advance research and model best practices in the emerging field of lifestyle medicine.
Florida Hospital Receives AHA NOVA Award For Improving Community Health Through Effective Collaborative Projects
Friday September 8, 2006 - Medical News
Florida Hospital was awarded the prestigious AHA NOVA Award from the America Hospital Association.
Florida Hospital Receives Prestigious Teaching Hospital Designation
Friday July 28, 2006 - Medical News
The Administrative Board of the Council of Teaching Hospitals and Health Systems (COTH) unanimously endorsed Florida Hospital for full COTH membership, distinguishing it as one of the nation’s teaching hospitals.
You’ve Got Mail!
Monday July 17, 2006 - Medical News
Florida Hospital’s Health-e Sends Personalized Health Information To Your Inbox
Three Florida Hospital Campuses Receive Prestigious Quality Award
Wednesday June 28, 2006 - Medical News
Premier Award for Quality recognizes high-quality care and operational efficiency
Florida Hospital Recognizes Excellence in Nursing
Friday June 23, 2006 - Medical News
Florida Hospital celebrated our outstanding nurses at the annual Florida Hospital Nursing Awards Luncheon at the Buena Vista Palace in Lake Buena Vista.
Florida Hospital is Calling All Health Heroes
Thursday April 27, 2006 - Medical News
Contest honors women who live full lives in spite of illness.
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences Opens New Campus Center
Tuesday April 18, 2006 - Medical News
The Campus Center will help meet growing enrollment demands.
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences
Friday April 7, 2006 - Medical News
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences (FHCHS) commemorated the past and celebrated the future in a special ceremony.
Central Florida Is Shrinking
Friday April 7, 2006 - Medical News
Florida Hospital Reveals Results of SuperFit Family Challenge and Announces Major Central Florida Theme Park is Joining the Effort
"Blast From the Past" Sends Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences Into the Future
Thursday April 6, 2006 - Medical News
Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences (FHCHS) is getting ready to commemorate the past with a "blast" and celebrate the future!
Florida Hospital President Lars Houmann Names New Executive Team
Friday March 3, 2006 - Medical News
With the election of Don Jernigan to President and Chief Executive Officer of Adventist Health System, and the appointment of Lars Houmann to President and Chief Executive Officer of Florida Hospital, Florida Hospital is now appointing three key executives.
New President Appointed for Florida Hospital – the Nation’s Largest Medicare Provider
Tuesday February 28, 2006 - Medical News
Lars Houmann Tapped for the Top Job at One of Central Florida’s Largest Employers
Florida Hospital President Don Jernigan Named Adventist Health System President/CEO
Thursday February 23, 2006 - Medical News
Donald L. Jernigan, Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer of Florida Hospital, was elected today by the Board of Directors of Adventist Health System to serve as President and Chief Executive Officer of Adventist Health System.
More than 200 Families Team Up to Take on the Battle of the Bulge
Friday January 13, 2006 - Medical News
Florida Hospital Super Fit Family Challenge Tips Off with Giant Pep Rally
Disabled Dachshund Dishes Out Therapy to Florida Hospital Patients
Tuesday December 6, 2005 - Medical News
Priceless Picture -- tape with B-roll and raw interviews available
Florida Hospital Sounds the Alarm on Childhood Obesity
Tuesday August 23, 2005 - Medical News
New Book Aims to Arm Families with Plans for Healthier Lives
Florida Hospital Named One of America's Best Hospitals by U.S.News & World Report
Friday July 8, 2005 - Medical News
Florida Hospital is the only Central Florida hospital to be named to the list
Florida Hospital Announces Partnership with University of Puerto Rico
Thursday June 23, 2005 - Medical News
Medical students to come to Florida Hospital for clinical rotations
Florida Hospital Announces Partnership with University of Puerto Rico
Thursday June 23, 2005 - Medical News
Medical interns to come to Florida Hospital for clinical rotations
Florida Hospital Holds Casting Call for Supersized Kids Nutritional Program
Wednesday June 8, 2005 - Medical News
Florida Hospital Addresses Childhood Obesity
For Achy Backs, Relief With CHARITE Artificial Disk
Friday April 15, 2005 - Medical News
Florida Hospital Offers Revolutionary Artificial Disk Giving Patients a New Way to Treat Low Back Pain
New Helicopter Takes Off From Florida Hospital
Tuesday April 12, 2005 - Medical News
New helicopter is one of five in the country
Holiday Story Ideas
Wednesday December 22, 2004 - Medical News
More than 1600 patients will be spending their holidays in one of Florida Hospital's seven campuses. Find out how these patients are celebrating the holidays.
Free Pedometers from the Central Florida YMCA and Florida Hospital Centra Care
Friday December 10, 2004 - Medical News
Florida Hospital Centra Cares are giving away free pedometers and one-week gift certificates to the YMCA
Get Healthy Florida May Gain Guinness Book Recognition
Tuesday November 30, 2004 - Medical News
December 3 Event Features Guinness Attempt, Houston Astros to Encourage Youngsters
Florida Hospital Sponsors Crucial Confrontations Seminar
Thursday November 18, 2004 - Medical News
Best-selling author shares steps to resolve conflict and achieve results
Florida Hospital Healthcare Systems Helps Central Floridians Rebuild After Hurricanes
Tuesday September 14, 2004 - Medical News
Two Central Floridians lost their homes and everything in it, but thanks to Florida Hospital Healthcare Systems and Pfizer employees they are getting some much needed help.
Anticipating Hurricane Ivan
Friday September 10, 2004 - Medical News
As Hurricane Ivan churns in the Carribbean, Florida Hospital administration continues to closely monitor the storm.
Florida Hospital Dispatches "Caravan of Hope" to Help Hurricane Victims
Thursday September 9, 2004 - Medical News
Florida Hospital Centra Care mobilized a medical van to provide medical assistance to hurricane victims
Florida Hospital and Varian Medical Systems Team Up To Provide State-of-the Art Training Site for Radiation Therapy Professionals
Monday August 30, 2004 - Medical News
Varian will also serve as major provider of radiation therapy technology for the Florida Hospital System
Florida Hospital Prepares for Hurricane Charley
Thursday August 12, 2004 - Medical News
Windscreens, sandbags, and walkie talkies are just the beginning of hospital preparation.
BlueCross BlueShield Terminates Contract With More Than 100 Physicians
Friday July 30, 2004 - Medical News
Thousands of patients will have to find new doctors, or pay much higher out-of-pocket expenses if they carry BlueCross BlueShield insurance
Backpacks for Kids
Tuesday July 27, 2004 - Medical News
Florida Hospital nurses, doctors, and employees fill backpacks for needy kids.
Florida Hospital Named One of America's Best Hospitals by U.S.News & World Report
Thursday July 1, 2004 - Medical News
Florida Hospital is the only Central Florida Hospital named on three lists.
Florida Hospital Named Busiest Community Hospital Emergency Department In The Country
Thursday July 1, 2004 - Medical News
New American Hospital Association Survey reveals busiest ERs.
"Employee Health Challenge" Urges Florida Hospital Employees To Get Healthy
Saturday May 1, 2004 - Medical News
Just because they work at a hospital doesn't mean they have healthy lifestyles. New program gets them back on the right track.
Florida Hospital Announces Unprecedented Expansion Plans
Wednesday February 11, 2004 - Medical News
Expansion will impact all seven Central Florida campuses.
Florida Hospital First In State To Adopt New MedMined Patient Safety Technology
Thursday January 16, 2003 - Medical News
New System Acts As "Biological Smoke Alarm" To Prevent Infection Outbreaks
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