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  • Orlando Health hospitals ranked high performing on a national level in six medical specialties by U.S. News & World Report

    Orlando, FL (July 16, 2024) – U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice, has named Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital, Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center and Orlando Health South Seminole Hospital as 2024-2025 High Performing hospitals on a national level in six categories:

  • Orlando Health St. Cloud Hospital names chief nursing officer

    Orlando, FL (July 2, 2024) Orlando Health St. Cloud Hospital has named Stacy Jemtrud, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CENP, CNL as its chief nursing officer.

  • Survey Finds Most Americans Believe Pain and Urinary Leakage is Normal for Women After Having Children

    Orlando, FL (July 15, 2024) – A new national survey by Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute finds most Americans believe it’s normal for women to experience pain, pressure and incontinence after having children. But experts say these are actually signs of pelvic floor issues, and while they are extremely common, affecting about a third of women, they are not normal.

  • Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute Among the First to Offer Innovative Artificial Intelligence for Hip Replacements

    Orlando, FL (December 5, 2023) – After promising a new level of orthopedic care for patients throughout Central Florida and the Southeast when its new downtown complex opened earlier this year, Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute is delivering on that promise, announcing that it is one of the first in the nation to offer artificial intelligence assistance in hip replacement procedures to optimize patient recovery and mobility following surgery.

  • Two Orlando Health Hospitals Receive Highest Recognition For Excellence In Emergency Department Care

    Orlando Health ORMC and Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips are home to two of the 94 emergency departments (ED) across the country to receive this year’s Lantern Award. The Lantern Award showcases the emergency departments’ accomplishments in incorporating evidence-based practice and innovation into emergency care. As part of the application, EDs are encouraged to share stories that highlight a commitment to patient care, as well as the well-being of nursing staff. The award serves as a visible symbol of the organization’s commitment to quality, safety and a healthy work environment.

  • Maggie Bonko named new president of Orlando Health Horizon West Hospital

    Orlando, FL (November 18, 2022) – Orlando Health has tapped one of its own to become the new president of Orlando Health Horizon West Hospital. Maggie Bonko, FACHE will begin her new role December 1. 

  • Elementary School Surrounded by Food Desert Plants Seeds for Healthier Lives

    Orlando, FL (October 14, 2022) – Orange Center Elementary School students spent the day planting herbs and vegetables in their very own teaching garden located on the school’s campus. The students planted seeds for various plants with the help of teachers and Orlando Health team members and will harvest produce as it ripens throughout the school year. The teaching garden, which was sponsored and built by Orlando Health, has been used as a tool to introduce and help develop an appreciation for nutrient-dense fruits and vegetables.

  • Orlando Health announces new president of Dr. P. Phillips Hospital

    Orlando, FL (March 15, 2016) – Orlando Health has named Thibaut van Marcke, senior vice president, Orlando Health and president, Dr. P. Phillips Hospital. Mr. van Marcke most recently served as vice president and chief operating officer for HCA - North Florida Regional Medical Center in Gainesville, a 432-bed tertiary care hospital. In that position, he was responsible for all hospital operations including executive oversight of surgical services, cardiovascular services, and all ancillary and support departments.

  • West Orange Healthcare District and Orlando Health join forces to improve healthcare in West Orange County

    Ocoee, FL (March 22, 2016) – The West Orange Healthcare District (the District) and Orlando Health have joined forces to improve and expand healthcare services for West Orange County residents. The $100 million project, $75 million of which is funded by the District, will help transform Health Central Hospital’s current Ocoee location into a destination medical campus and will bring much needed healthcare services to Horizon West.

  • Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute’s two cardiology groups merge

    ORLANDO, Fla. (April 1, 2016) --- Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute’s two cardiology groups have joined to form one of the largest cardiovascular practices in Florida. Mid-Florida Cardiology Specialists and Orlando Heart Center will begin the merger process on April 1, 2016. Named the Orlando Health Heart & Vascular Institute, the new combined practice consists of 42 physicians, 280 team members and 13 locations throughout Central Florida. For patients and their families, the new practice means diverse expertise, vast experience, greater efficiency and added conveniences.