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OCTOBER 10, 2024 South Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
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Tampa General Hospital Implements Comprehensive Mitigation Plan to Prepare for Hurricane Milton
Tampa, FL – October 8, 2024 – Tampa General Hospital has opened the incident command center and activated its hurricane preparedness plan in advance of Hurricane Milton. The health and safety of patients, team members and community are top priority.
“We have a proactive and comprehensive plan in place to protect our locations against severe weather so we can continue to provide the exceptional care for which our patients turn to Tampa General,” said Erinn Skiba, Assistant Director of Public Safety, Tampa General Hospital. “Our fence around the Davis Islands campus is up, supplies are stocked at all hospital locations, and the teams stand ready to provide care through Hurricane Milton.”
Tampa General leadership and team members engage in emergency management training with government and community partners several times throughout the year to plan for and practice response to various emergencies, such as severe weather events.
As the region’s only Level I Trauma Center, the academic health system stands ready to meet the needs of patients throughout the state who require care after the storm has passed.
Details on preparations at Tampa General Hospital on Davis Islands include:
On-Site Energy Source – Tampa General completed construction in 2022 on a 16,000-square-foot Central Energy Plant. Located 33 feet above sea level, this energy plant provides a reliable, protected power supply in the event of power disruption. It is built to withstand the impact and flooding of a Category 5 hurricane. The plant houses generators and boilers that can create steam and hot water.
On-Site Water Source – In the rare event that water service is disrupted, a well is available to supply water needs. In addition, more than 5,000 gallons of water was moved on site to support patients and team members.
AquaFence – Tampa General has completed assembly of the AquaFence to protect vulnerable areas of the campus against storm surge and flooding. The AquaFence is a water-impermeable barrier that can withstand storm surge up to 15 feet above sea level.
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| DOH-Miami-Dade Urges Residents to Follow Flood Safety Tips
October 8, 2024 – Miami, Fla. — The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County (DOH-Miami-Dade) urges residents to be aware of the health risks associated with flooding. Skin contact with flood waters does not, by itself, pose a serious health risk. However, health hazards are a concern when waters are or become contaminated with bacteria or contain dangerous debris.
DOH-Miami-Dade recommends the following to prevent illness or injury from flood waters:
Basic hygiene is critical. If you are under a boil water notice, use commercially bottled water for mixing baby formula. Wash your hands with soap and either disinfected or boiled and cooled water, especially before preparing or eating food, after toilet use, after handling a soiled diaper, after participating in flood cleanup activities, and after handling objects contaminated with flood water or sewage.
Avoid eating for drinking anything that has been contaminated with flood waters.
Avoid contact with flood waters, especially if you have open cuts or sores.
If you have any open cuts or sores and come in contact with flood waters, wash the area well with soap to prevent infection. If a wound develops redness, swelling, or drainage, seek immediate medical attention.
Residents who sustain lacerations and/or puncture wounds are encouraged to contact their primary health care provider to make sure they are current on their tetanus vaccine and possibly get a booster.
Risk Factors: Individuals who have compromised immune systems, liver disease, or open wounds are at higher risk for Vibrio vulnificus. Symptoms: Symptoms may include diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, fever, chills, fast or high heart rate, confusion, or disorientation. When to Seek Medical Attention: Seek medical attention immediately if you experience symptoms associated with Vibrio vulnificus, especially after exposure to floodwaters.
If on a septic system and your plumbing is functioning slowly: Conserve water as much as possible; the less water used the less sewage the septic tank must process. Minimize use of your washing machine.
Do not have the septic tank pumped. Exceptionally high-water tables might crush a septic tank that was pumped dry. If the basic problem is high ground water, pumping the tank does nothing to solve that problem.
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Bethesda Hospital East, part of Baptist Health, Unveils State-of-the-Art Cardiac Catheterization Lab
BOYNTON BEACH, FL – October 8, 2024 – Bethesda Hospital East, part of Baptist Health, has opened a new Cardiac Catheterization Lab in Boynton Beach, Florida, expanding its comprehensive cardiac services to allow our interventional, electrophysiologists and structural heart cardiologists to provide the most advanced cardiac procedures to our community.
Jared Smith, CEO of Bethesda Hospital, welcomed community members and medical professionals to the official ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 1, 2024. “Bethesda Hospital has proudly served this community for 65 years,” said Smith. “The opening of an additional Cath Lab is a continuation of our commitment to delivering world-class healthcare close to home. It represents a substantial investment in the health and well-being of Boynton Beach residents.”
The new Cath Lab is equipped with the cutting-edge Philips Azurion 7 system, one of the most advanced technologies available for cardiac procedures. The 580-square-foot Class II Imaging suite, supported by a 215-square-foot control room and a 125-square-foot equipment room, positions Bethesda Hospital East at the forefront of cardiac care. It’s designed not only to serve patients but also to attract top interventional cardiologists, further enhancing the quality of care available in the region.
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Nicklaus Children’s Health System Appoints Debbie Hill-Rodriguez as Assistant Chief Nursing Officer
October 7, 2024 –Nicklaus Children’s Health System has announced that 30-year Nicklaus Children’s nursing leader, Debbie Hill-Rodriguez, has been appointed to the position of Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) for South Florida’s only free-standing hospital exclusively for children.
Hill-Rodriguez started her career as a clinical nurse and served in many key nursing leadership roles throughout her tenure. She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Executive Nurse leadership and is certified as a nurse executive through the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
“I cannot think of a better ACNO,” says Shannon Odell, vice president and chief nursing officer of Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. “Debbie is the pinnacle of excellence in nursing. She brings together the best in nursing practice, leadership and most importantly, commitment to our patients and nurses. She understands what it is to work at the bedside and to lead the most dedicated team of nurses in the industry — the Nicklaus Children’s nursing team. I’m thrilled to be working more closely with her and to work alongside such a dedicated nurse, leader and member of the Nicklaus Children’s family.”
In her role as ACNO, Hill-Rodriguez will support Odell by providing executive level management, assist with strategic planning and help develop policies and procedures that will help advance nursing practice for patients and nurses. Together, Odell, Hill-Rodriguez and the more than 1,200 nurses on staff at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital will continue to lead and shape the best in pediatric care for tens of thousands of children across South Florida and around the globe.
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JOE DIMAGGIO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL ONCE AGAIN RECOGNIZED AMONG BEST CHILDREN’S HOSPITALS BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
The highest-ranked in Florida for Orthopedics, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital also ranked for Neonatology and Pediatric & Adolescent Behavioral Health, earning spots on the prestigious Best Children’s Hospitals list.
October 8, 2024 – Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital has been named a 2024-2025 Best Children’s Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital is the highest-ranked in Florida for Orthopedics and has been recognized an impressive 11 times. Additionally, this year the hospital ranked #25 in the nation for Neonatology ranked and among the top 50 for Pediatric & Adolescent Behavioral Health.
“This is a historic moment for us. It’s the first time Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital ranked this high in so many specialties and we have more on the horizon. Our star is certainly on the rise,” said Caitlin Stella, MPH, Chief Executive Officer. “U.S. News & World Report rankings highlight the expertise and dedication of our team in delivering a high-level of compassionate care for children. This recognition follows our recent Magnet designation, which is a prestigious achievement furthering our commitment to exceptional outcomes and the unwavering commitment of our entire team to children in our community. We are so proud.”
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ImageFIRST Celebrates Dedication of New Houston Facility
Largest Healthcare Linen Provider Expands Operations and Strengthens Community Engagement in Houston
October 8, 2024 — ImageFIRST®, the largest and fastest-growing national provider of healthcare linen and laundry services, proudly celebrated the grand opening and dedication of its new state-of-the-art facility in Houston, TX. This event marks ImageFIRST’s relocation to its larger facility in Stafford, Texas, formerly operating as Imperial Linen Services, and expanding their commitment to serving the healthcare community in the Houston market. The location is the 37th ImageFIRST processing plant in the United States.
The dedication ceremony, held on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, was led by ImageFIRST CEO Edward H. Orzetti, alongside Houston General Manager Dario Becerra and the Houston Service Team. More than 70 guests, including valued customers and community members were in attendance.
Guests had the opportunity to tour the 55,000-square-foot facility, where they explored the advanced technologies and processes that enable ImageFIRST to deliver exceptional service to healthcare providers. Equipped with cutting-edge systems, the new facility is designed to meet the evolving needs of Houston’s healthcare market, offering enhanced support to local medical facilities.
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Family Medicine Physician Teresa Colón-Asumu Joins Holy Cross Medical Group
Pompano Beach, Florida – October 9, 2024 – Family medicine physician Teresa Colón-Asumu, M.D., MPH has joined Holy Cross Medical Group, a multi-specialty physician employed group of more than 130 physicians providing services throughout Broward County.
Dr. Colón-Asumu’s focus areas include adult medicine, women’s health, preventative healthcare, chronic disease management, pre-operative evaluations, school and work physicals, hospital discharge follow-up and adolescent health. She recently completed her family medicine residency program at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. There, she provided a full spectrum of care to patients of all ages from newborns to geriatric patients. She also gained experience with contraception management, skin biopsies, colposcopies, endometrial biopsies and joint injections. Passionate about women’s health, during her residency, she co-chaired the wellness committee to help encourage people to live healthy lifestyles by organizing art therapy classes, wellness walks and fitness challenges.
The board-eligible family medicine physician was previously a medical assistant at Southeast Orthopedics in Jacksonville, health assessment coach at Health Designs in Tampa and Jacksonville, team coach and outcome evaluation researcher at Girls on the Run in Tampa, and student research coordinator and supervisor at Women’s Health Project in Tampa. She also interned at Judeo Christian Clinic in Tampa, Florida during her public health program. She also served as an emergency department scribe in Orlando and Zephryhills, Florida.
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Baptist Health Foundation Launches Historic $600 Million Fundraising Campaign
CORAL GABLES, FL – October 7, 2024 – Baptist Health Foundation today officially launched the largest fundraising campaign in the nearly 65-year history of Baptist Health, the largest not-for-profit healthcare organization in South Florida. The initiative, named Power Extraordinary: The Campaign for Baptist Health, was revealed at the Foundation’s Grand Gala on Saturday, October 5. It aims to raise a record $600 million in philanthropic donations as an investment in the communities Baptist Health serves.
“This is a significant moment in the trajectory of our organization,” said Bo Boulenger, president and CEO of Baptist Health. “The exceptional generosity of our donors has always powered our progress. Today, as we look to raise the bar by advancing healthcare for South Florida and beyond, we know our philanthropic community will continue to stand with us.”
The Power Extraordinary campaign will support Baptist Health’s vision of providing world-class, compassionate health services by pursuing a reimagined approach to patient care, a new era in research and clinical trials, a hub for the best minds in medicine and a globally recognized center for innovation.
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Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Ranked Amongst Best Children’s Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report
Five specialty programs ranked in the top 50 for each of their respective areas
MIAMI — October 8, 2024— Nicklaus Children’s Hospital once again ranked among the nation’s best by U.S. News & World Report in its 2024-25 “Best Children’s Hospitals” survey results.
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital was recognized as follows:
Neurology & Neurosurgery, #22 (No other program in Florida is ranked higher.)
Orthopedics, #25
Pulmonology, #33 (Only ranked program in South Florida.)
Neonatology, #43
Cardiology & Heart Surgery, #45 (Only ranked program in South Florida.)
“It is an absolute honor to see Nicklaus Children’s Hospital ranked once again among the best in the nation on the U.S. News & World Report Best Children’s Hospital results,” said Matthew A. Love, president and CEO of Nicklaus Children’s Health System. “The five specialty programs included in the rankings are examples of the expert quality care we offer our patients and their families. Providing this level of service and personalized care is what makes us the hospital where your child matters most ™.”
Since 2008, numerous Nicklaus Children’s specialty programs have been annually ranked among the nation’s best by U.S. News.
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Louis V. Gerstner, Jr. family donates $25 million to establish Gerstner Scholars Program in AI Translation at Mayo Clinic
OCTOBER 8, 2024 – ROCHESTER, Minn. — A $25 million gift from the Louis V. Gerstner, Jr. family will establish the Gerstner Scholars Program in AI Translation at Mayo Clinic. Through this program, junior and early-career clinicians and clinician-investigators will collaborate with leading experts in artificial intelligence (AI), data science and informatics to drive breakthrough cures for patients.
“We are deeply grateful to Lou and Robin Gerstner for their long-standing friendship and support,” says Gianrico Farrugia, M.D., Mayo Clinic’s president and CEO. “Lou’s remarkable generosity over many years has been instrumental in pushing the boundaries of innovation, allowing us to deliver the best care to our patients. This gift further empowers our clinicians to lead practice-changing advancements in healthcare through the strategic and ethical application of AI.”
Mr. Gerstner’s philanthropy to Mayo Clinic is driven by his commitment to fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, bold thinking and cutting-edge research to benefit patients. As the former chairman and CEO of IBM, Mr. Gerstner understands the power of investing in talented and motivated professionals amid a technical revolution.
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Caregivers from Missouri and Wisconsin Selected as Recipients of Scion Health’s 2024 Monarch Caring and Community Award
LOUISVILLE, KY – October 7, 2024 – At the company’s annual Caregiver Summit on Thursday, October 3, ScionHealth announced the two recipients of its 2024 Monarch Caring and Community Award, the highest honor ScionHealth bestows upon its healthcare professionals. The annual award recognizes the company’s most exceptional caregivers working in its network of 92 community and specialty hospitals who consistently go above and beyond to deliver excellent care, elevate the patient experience, and support their colleagues and communities.
ScionHealth’s 2024 Monarch Award recipients are:
Chante Edwards, a nursing assistant at Kindred Hospital Northland (Kansas City, Missouri), a 50-bed specialty, long-term acute care hospital; and
Christine Kelsey, a medsurg nurse at Watertown (Wisconsin) Regional Medical Center, a 95-bed community hospital.
“Our 2024 Monarch Award recipients are exceptional caregivers, first and foremost, treating their patients with exemplary skill and compassion,” said Rob Jay, CEO of ScionHealth. “But they also inspire others and brighten the days of everyone they interact with. They lead by example and make their hospitals a better place for patients and team members alike. We are incredibly appreciative of their passion for their work and positive influence on others, and we are honored to have them on our team.”
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Palm Health Foundation Appoints New Community Investment Committee Members
Palm Beach County leaders will guide foundation’s grantmaking initiatives to help residents thrive and reach their full health potential
OCTOBER 8, 2024 – Palm Health Foundation announced today the appointments of three Palm Beach County leaders to its Community Investment Committee. The new committee members will guide the foundation’s grantmaking initiatives to inspire and fund solutions for better health in Palm Beach County through community collaboration across three strategic priority areas: building a culture of health through community-led solutions; advancing brain health; and strengthening the healthcare workforce. The foundation’s Community Investment Committee’s investments have averaged $2.4 million a year and totaled over $93 million since 2001.
The new Palm Health Foundation Community Investment Committee members are:
- Elisa Cramer, Director of the Palm Beach County Youth Services Department and West Palm Beach resident
- Jyothi Gunta MD, MPH, Director of the Florida Department of Health-Palm Beach County, Palm Health Foundation trustee, and Village of Wellington resident
- Lisa Kirk Wiese, Ph.D., associate professor at Florida Atlantic University’s Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, Palm Health Foundation trustee, and Boca Raton resident
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HCA Florida Putnam Hospital Announces New Chief Financial Officer
OCTOBER 7, 2024- Palatka, Fla. – HCA Florida Putnam Hospital has named Collin Pruitt chief financial officer effective Oct. 14.
Pruitt brings extensive and diverse leadership experience to his new role. He most recently served as the assistant chief financial officer at HCA Florida North Florida Hospital in Gainesville. Additionally, he served as the hospital’s co-chief staffing officer and co-ethics and compliance officer. While there, he created and chaired a capital projects committee and worked closely with department leaders to optimize staffing.
Previously, Pruitt spent six years in accounting leadership positions at hospitals in HCA Florida Healthcare’s West Florida Division and also in leadership at the West Florida Division office.
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Biden-Harris Administration Takes Next Step on Proposed Model to Lower Prescription Drug Costs for People with Medicare
CMS Seeks Feedback on Medicare $2 Drug List Model, Sample $2 Drug List, and Outreach
October 9, 2024 – Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), released a Request for Information (RFI) and a sample list of prescription drugs that the agency preliminarily intends to include under the proposed Medicare $2 Drug List Model, which was developed in accordance with President Biden’s Executive Order 14087, “Lowering Prescription Drug Costs for Americans”. Under the model, people enrolled in a participating Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D) plan would have access to these drugs for a low, fixed copayment of no more than $2 for a month’s supply per drug. The model would provide individuals more certainty about the out-of-pocket costs for these generic covered Part D drugs that would target common conditions, such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure. CMS issued this RFI to support continued development of the model.
“We want generic drugs for common chronic conditions to be affordable for people on Medicare. Reliably low copayments for essential generic drugs make it more likely that seniors and people with disabilities can afford the drugs they need to stay healthy,” said HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra. “This is the latest action taken by President Biden and Vice President Harris to lower drug costs. This Administration has already capped the cost of insulin, made vaccines available at no cost for people with Medicare, and now is, for the first time in history, ensuring Medicare has the power to negotiate lower prescription drug costs for seniors – and we will continue to do everything we can to make health care more affordable and accessible for everyone.”
“CMS is using every lever at its disposal to ensure people with Medicare have access to lower-cost prescriptions,” said CMS Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure. “The Medicare $2 Drug List Model will aim to help improve access to and affordability of low-cost generic drugs for people with Medicare prescription drug coverage, and we encourage the public to provide feedback on the model.”
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LeadingAge Southeast Joins State Affiliates & Attorneys General in Lawsuit to Overturn CMS Staffing Mandate
October 9, 2024 – TALLAHASSEE—A total of 19 LeadingAge state affiliates, membership associations that represent hundreds of mission-driven aging services providers across the country, have joined a lawsuit with 20 Attorneys General to overturn the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services’ (CMS) staffing mandate. Filed by the Attorneys General from Iowa, Kansas, and South Carolina on behalf of LeadingAge Iowa, LeadingAge Kansas, and LeadingAge South Carolina, and other state affiliates, in the United States District Court’s Northern District of Iowa, the complaint intends to overturn the mandate itself and vacate certain of the more onerous requirements in the rule.
“LeadingAge Southeast is joining other state affiliates and attorneys general in this lawsuit to overturn the CMS Staffing Mandate because it imposes harmful and unsustainable mandates on our members and nursing homes nationwide,” said Steve Bahmer, LeadingAge Southeast President & CEO. “While we share CMS’s goal of ensuring that all nursing home residents receive quality care, we believe that the staffing mandate misses the mark. CMS has overreached its authority with this rule and would place an undue financial burden on states and providers. Our members are dedicated to delivering high-quality care, and this mandate threatens their ability to do so by introducing onerous requirements that jeopardize the very services residents rely on. We are committed to advocating for solutions that work for both residents and providers without undermining the viability of care.”
In April, CMS released the Nursing Home Minimum Staffing Standards final rule to the Federal Register. The rule requires all federally funded nursing homes to produce a revised facility assessment and changes the minimum number of hours per resident day (HPRD). All providers must provide 3.48 hours of direct nursing care per patient, per day and staff a registered nurse 24 hours a day. These specific breakdowns also require 0.55 RN and 2.45 certified nurse aide (CNA) coverage per patient, per day.
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The 8th Florida Medical Cannabis Conference & Exhibition (FMCCE 2025) will be held May 30- June 1, 2025, at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando, Florida. This conference is a networking and educational forum on the subject of medical cannabis.
This conference is designed for attendees who are active or interested in the medical cannabis industry.
For medical professionals and entrepreneurs, the conference will cover a range of topics, all relevant to the medical cannabis industry, as it pertains to the State of Florida, including but not limited to:
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“Education is the key to raising awareness of the clinical uses for medical cannabis.” said Eugene Jones, Executive Director of Can-Ed, Inc. “This conference will provide a forum for industry leaders to expand their social capital, and healthcare professionals to expand their knowledge about medical benefits and applications.”
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BY THE NUMBERS Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card)
Oct 04 2024- 886,063 Sept 27 2024- 883,503 Sept 20 2024- 886,915
Sept 13 2024- 886,825 Sept 6 2024- 886,232 Aug 30 2024- 885,373
Aug 23 2024- 885,409
Patients Added Last Week: 2,560 Qualified Ordering Physicians:
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New Doctors added Last Week: 6
Reporting Period: Sept 27 - Oct 3 2024
Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 322,542,231
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 2,876,478
-Amount of Marijuana in a Form for Smoking (oz) 118,069.776 Approved Dispensing Locations: 683 Added Last Week: 4 COOKIES - PENSACOLA
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