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  • Orlando Health hospitals add additional safety measures for patients undergoing procedures or giving birth

    Orlando, FL (April 30, 2020) – As the number of patients hospitalized with COVID-19 continues to decline across the Orlando Health network, and officials begin easing elective surgery restrictions, the organization is encouraging patients in need of care for non-coronavirus related conditions to seek treatment.

  • Orlando Health announces new name for cardiovascular services – Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute

    ORLANDO, Fla. (October 1, 2020) --- Orlando Health cardiovascular services have a new name - Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute (from Orlando Health Heart Institute). The new name reflects the multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, heart surgeons, vascular surgeons and cardiovascular professionals, and the comprehensive care provided to patients throughout the state. The renaming is effective October 1, 2020.

  • Bayfront Health St. Petersburg Joins the Orlando Health Family

    St. Petersburg, FL (October 1, 2020) – Bayfront Health St. Petersburg is now officially part of Orlando Health Inc. Orlando Health, a private, not-for-profit healthcare organization headquartered in Central Florida, officially closed on the hospital purchase from Community Health Systems (CHS) on Wednesday, September 30. The City of St. Petersburg, which owns the land that the hospital sits on, approved transferring the lease to Orlando Health in July. 

  • Baring Your Sole

    Florida’s balmy breezes, sandy beaches and relaxed vibe are an invitation to bare our feet. But slipping off our shoes to join the unshod masses has its pros and cons.

  • More Fiber for Less Inflammation

    When it comes to fighting inflammation, nutrients like Omega 3 fatty acids and vitamins A and C need to make room for a newcomer. Dietary fiber, a crucial component for chronic disease prevention and overall wellness, is gaining recognition for its anti-inflammatory benefits, too. 

  • Safely Providing the Care You Need

    With Central Florida’s only Level One Trauma Center and safety net hospital, Orlando Health has the experts and the experience to deal with any situation. That has continued despite the threat posed by COVID-19. Our clinical workforces are well-prepared and highly skilled at caring for both routine and extreme cases of any type, including COVID-19. They can do this without compromising the safety of other patients, physicians, team members or visitors.

  • Orlando Health infuses first Covid-19 patient with convalescent plasma

    Orlando, FL (April 10, 2020) – Doctors at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center infused their first COVID-19 patient with convalescent plasma Wednesday, April 8. Fifty-two-year-old Michael “Kevin” Rathel received the investigational therapy around midnight; a mere 12 hours after compatible blood was donated.

  • AdventHealth, Orlando Health partner with School District of Osceola County to address food insecurity

    KISSIMMEE, Fla., Nov. 19, 2020 — AdventHealth and Orlando Health today announced a partnership with the School District of Osceola County (SDOC) to address food insecurity in the region by expanding the county’s SMART Bus initiative.

  • ‘Pink’ event commemorates Breast Cancer Awareness Month

    Orlando, FL (October 7, 2020) – Orlando Health Cancer Institute – Dr. Phillips, Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital, Orange County Sheriff’s Office and Orange County Fire Rescue recently joined forces to host a ‘Pink’ event to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

  • Orlando Health and UCF Athletics Join Forces

    Orlando, FL (November 4, 2020) – UCF Athletics and Orlando Health are coming together for a transformational long-term partnership that delivers all the resources of the area’s most comprehensive healthcare network for the Knights’ athletic teams and student-athletes – designating Orlando Health as the official medical provider for UCF Athletics.