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‘I Am Not Dying on the Couch.’ Orlando Man Loses 800 Pounds
Ted Dombrowski spent his 50th birthday on the sofa, nearly immobile. Although down to 800 pounds from a peak of 1,060, he was still so heavy that his stomach drooped to his knees. One of those knees was so painful, even while seated, that 800 milligrams of ibuprofen every six hours barely helped.
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Orlando Health St. Cloud Hospital expands patient care with upcoming cardiac catheterization lab, ICU unit
Orlando, FL (April 16, 2025) Orlando Health St. Cloud Hospital is expanding its ability and capacity to care for patients with the addition of two state-of-the-art cardiac catheterization laboratory procedure rooms, plus a new 10-bed intensive care unit.
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Physicians Tour New Hospital Taking Shape in Lakeland
Lakeland, Fl – (July 22, 2025) – Orlando Health welcomed Watson Clinic physicians for an early look at Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital this month, underscoring the strength of the collaboration behind the project. The new facility will bring together the resources of both organizations to deliver innovative, patient-centered care to Polk County.
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Physicians Tour New Hospital Taking Shape in Lakeland
Lakeland, Fl – (July 22, 2025) – Orlando Health welcomed Watson Clinic physicians for an early look at Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital this month, underscoring the strength of the collaboration behind the project. The new facility will bring together the resources of both organizations to deliver innovative, patient-centered care to Polk County.
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U.S. News & World Report Ranks Orlando Health Among Nation’s Best Pediatric Hospitals
For the 16th consecutive year, Orlando Health hospitals were recognized among the nation’s “Best Children's Hospitals" for 2025-2026 by U.S. News and World Report with the most Top-50 pediatric programs in Orlando.
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Bodybuilder Shows the Way to Post-Ostomy Life
Take a peek at Jim McCarty’s Instagram, and the man makes a big first impression. Followers and visitors alike will find weightlifting videos that showcase his 6’2”, 260-pound frame. McCarty didn’t always look – or feel – that big.
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Orlando Health Expands Rehabilitation Programs in West Orange County
Orlando, FL (October 21, 2025) – Orlando Health is proud to announce the opening of its newest pediatric rehabilitation location at the Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute in Ocoee — marking the organization’s first venture into West Orange County for pediatric rehabilitation services. In addition, Orlando Health LabWorks recently opened inside the facility for diagnostic testing and outpatient adult neurological rehabilitation will become available in early 2026.
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Orlando Health and Watson Clinic Combine Efforts to Improve Healthcare in Polk County and Beyond
Lakeland, FL (March 11, 2025) – Orlando Health, one of the highest quality hospital systems in the southeastern United States, and Watson Clinic, one of the nation’s most respected physician-led practices, have joined forces to provide exceptional care for the community. The collaboration will be actualized in June 2026 with the opening of the Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital.
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We’ve Got a Gold Seal from GuideStar!
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Orlando Health Launches Groundbreaking Children’s Neuroscience Institute
Orlando, Fl (January 15th, 2025) — Orlando Health is proud to announce the launch of the Orlando Health Children’s Neuroscience Institute supported by the Leon Pediatric Neuroscience Fund, which is dedicated to advancing neurological care for children across Central Florida and beyond. The institute underscores Orlando Health’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and compassionate care, building on its reputation as a leader in Central Florida for groundbreaking medical treatments
