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Statement on Passing of Arnold Palmer

We are deeply saddened to hear reports that Arnold Palmer has passed away. Mr. Palmer lived an incredible life and accomplished so much on and off the golf course. He built a world-class medical center that has had a tremendous impact on the lives of children and families in this community for more than 27 years. As we wait for an official statement, our thoughts and prayers are with the Palmer family during this difficult time.

Orlando Health outpatient center is the first in Central Florida to offer da Vinci® robotic surgery

In response to continual growth in outpatient surgical activity, Orlando Health’s Ambulatory Care Center (ACC) has become the first outpatient

Level One Trauma Care Saved My Life

In June of 2014, I was trimming trees at a local church, which just happened to be across the street from a hospital. While I was working, a power line arched over to the metal bucket I was standing in and shot 14,000 volts of electricity through my body. (For perspective, a Taser delivers about 1,200 volts to the body.)

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Orlando Health Level One Trauma Team and Orange County Office of the EMS Medical Director launched bleeding control training to help save lives following man-made or natural mass casualty events

The two entities joined to announce their response to a national call to provide special training to first responders and civilian bystanders to help

Bone Health & Osteoporosis Program

The Bone Health and Osteoporosis Program at Orlando Health Women’s Pavilion – Winter Park cares for women with or at risk for developing osteoporosis.

Rachelle Schwartz, DO, FACOG

Dr. Schwartz is a graduate of Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her residency training in obstetrics and gynecology at Bayfront Health St. Petersburg in 2009. While at Bayfront, Dr. Schwartz served as the Chief Education Resident. She also received numerous awards such as the Laparoscopic Surgeon of the Year Award, Resident Academic Achievement Award, and Academic Excellence Award.

Jessica Kennard, DO, FACOOG

Dr. Jessica Kennard is board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. She is board eligible for gynecologic oncology, and completed her fellowship training in gynecologic oncology from AdventHealth Cancer Institute in Orlando, Fla.

Do Natural Remedies Work for Colds?

You have a cold -- a viral infection that medicine can’t cure -- but that doesn’t mean you have to be miserable as your body heals itself. Relief may be as close as your kitchen, where generations of mothers and grandmothers have soothed the sick with chicken soup, lemon juice and honey.

Do You Need Surgery for Hemorrhoids?

Hemorrhoids are simply column-shaped blood vessels lining the inner anal canal that cushion the rectum and anus during bowel movements. They get a bad rap when they become swollen and painful, a common ailment, especially among adults older than 50 and pregnant women.