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  • Prehab and Rehab Care at Orlando Health-Health Central Hospital

    Back or neck pain can permeate every move we make. When pain won’t go away, physical therapy often can bring much-needed relief. Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital Rehabilitation Services helps people before and after surgery regain mobility and strength, with the goal of increasing their level of function and returning to work and sports.

  • Getting Mental Health Care at Orlando Health

    If you or someone you love is struggling with mental illness, know that you’re not alone. Mental illnesses, including addiction are common but very treatable. Orlando Health Behavioral Healthcare is an excellent resource to find comprehensive services to anyone suffering from mental and addictive disorders.

  • Doing It Better: Christina McGuirk, RN, BSN, MSHA, NEA-BC, CENP Chief Nursing Officer, Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital

    When Christina McGuirk was eight years old, she experienced a hospital stay that would shape the rest of her life. The ordeal was a distressing one, and because of an interaction she had with a nurse, she decided then and there that she would one day become an outstanding RN. “I made a vow that under my care, patients would not feel helpless, scared and embarrassed,” she says. 

  • National Health Education at Orlando Health

    This week, we recognize National Health Education Week (NHEW), established in 1995 and celebrated during the third full week of October. It is sponsored by the Society for Public Health Education (SOPHE), with a goal of increasing national awareness of major public health issues and promoting a better understanding of the role of health education.

  • Advances in GERD Treatment: First LINX Procedure in Central Florida Performed at Orlando Health

    About 20 percent of Americans have gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which the contents of the stomach re-enter the esophagus.

  • Bringing Health to Esports: Orlando Health Partners with Magic Gaming

    Whether competing on the court or with a controller, athletes understand the importance of staying physically and mentally healthy so they can perform at their best. Recognizing this, Orlando Health is partnering with Magic Gaming, a collaboration between Orlando Magic and the NBA 2K league, to help players on the electronic gaming team stay in peak condition.

  • Get the ‘Right Care’ at Orlando Health

    At Orlando Health, an initiative called Right Care is helping to standardize hospital processes so the “right” care is delivered to every patient, every time, in every Orlando Health facility.

  • Orlando Health: Extraordinary Doctors. Extraordinary Care.

    At Orlando Health, our team members are truly our most valuable asset. Our doctors are trusted by our patients as well as health professionals around the globe – from U.S. News & World Report and Sirius Radio interviews to the Wall Street Journal and local news stations, the Orlando Health team is busy sharing knowledge and making an impact.

  • Anti-gravity treadmill helps Orlando Health Rehab patients recover faster

    “This system is cutting edge and is usually reserved for professional sports teams,” said Matthew Hixon, PT, CSCS, physical therapist, Outpatient Rehabilitation Services, Orlando Health Rehabilitation Institute. “Having the anti-gravity treadmill provides more treatment options for our patients.”

  • Workplace Safety at Orlando Health

    Orlando Health is leading the charge among local hospitals when it comes to workplace safety. During this Healthcare Security & Safety week, Orlando Health is sharing some of the policies that have earned it strong workplace rankings from The Leapfrog Group, U.S. News & World Report and others.