VITAS® HEALTHCARE EXPANDS INPATIENT HOSPICE CARE AT BROWARD HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER
The 12-bed end-of-life care unit expects to serve 550+ patients annually.
October 24, 2023 — Broward County residents now have easier access to quality end-of-life care with the expansion of the VITAS Healthcare Inpatient Hospice Unit (IPU) at Broward Health Medical Center in Fort Lauderdale. The nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care completed construction in October 2023, increasing its capacity from eight to 12 patient beds to provide high-acuity care to patients with serious illness. The new VITAS hospice wing expects to serve approximately 550 patients each year.
“At Broward Health Medical Center, we remain steadfast in our commitment to comprehensive healthcare, encompassing the crucial aspects of medical treatment and the invaluable comfort of palliative and end-of-life care,” said Aurelio Fernandez III, interim president and CEO of Broward Health. “Through the expansion of this VITAS hospice floor, we’re better equipped to extend compassionate services to more patients, ensuring smoother transitions to the specialized care they deserve.”
The Miami-based hospice provider began serving patients at the Broward Health Medical Center in February 2022 in an eight-bed IPU.
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SCOTT ARNOLD AND RACHEL FEINMAN OF TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL NAMED ‘HOSPITAL AND HEALTH SYSTEM CHIEF INNOVATION OFFICERS TO KNOW’
The academic health system’s EVP and Chief Digital and Innovation Officer, and VP of Innovation and Managing Director of TGH Innoventures are recognized for their efforts to drive innovation.
October 25, 2023 – Tampa General Hospital (TGH) announced that Scott Arnold, the academic health system’s executive vice president and chief digital and innovation officer, and Rachel Feinman, vice president of Innovation and managing director of TGH Innoventures, have been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2023 list of “Hospital and Health System Chief Innovation Officers to Know.” With this recognition, Arnold and Feinman join just 33 other leaders recognized nationally for fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and open-mindedness, leading to novel technologies, enhanced patient care models and new partnerships.
“As Tampa General continues on its growth trajectory, innovation at all levels will remain at the forefront of our systemwide strategy,” said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital. “Scott and Rachel have done a remarkable job laying a rock-solid foundation for the transformational work ahead of us and we’re proud to see them earn national recognition for their efforts to infuse innovation into the fabric of our organizational culture.”
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BAPTIST HEALTH FOUNDATION CELEBRATES ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND WELCOMES THE FUTURE AT THE 2023 GRAND GALA
$4.8 Million Raised will Benefit Baptist Health’s Hospitals and Institutes
MIAMI, FL – October 26, 2023 – Baptist Health Foundation held its 2023 Grand Gala Saturday, October 21 the Miami Beach Convention Center. The event united community leaders, healthcare professionals, donors and corporate philanthropy partners to support Baptist Health’s hospitals, institutes, other entities and programs in Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.
With the theme “Welcoming Tomorrow,” the gala highlighted Baptist Health’s many visionary goals made possible by philanthropy, from revolutionizing patient care and recruiting world-renowned physicians to pioneering cutting-edge research and promoting a culture of advanced academics. Speakers included Baptist Health President and CEO and Gala co-chairs Bo Boulenger and Elizabeth Boulenger; Baptist Health Board of Trustees Chair and Gala co-chair Jay Hershoff; Baptist Health Foundation Board Chair and Gala co-chair Lani Kahn Drody; and Baptist Health Foundation CEO, Alex Villoch.
“As Baptist Health continues to expand access to world-class care in South Florida, our donors are essential in propelling our progress,” said Bo Boulenger. “The Grand Gala is a celebration of hope, vision and the power of generosity, which makes a profound impact on the lives of patients and families who rely on the care and services Baptist Health provides.”
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ROCHELLE SAMARASEKERA, D.O. JOINS HOLY CROSS HEALTH FAMILY MEDICINE PRACTICE
October 25, 2023 – Rochelle Samarasekera, D.O. has joined the Holy Cross Health Medical Group, a multi-specialty physician employed group of more than 130 physicians providing services throughout Broward County.
A family medicine physician, Dr. Samarasekera focuses on adult medicine, annual wellness visits, preventive care, care management, pre-operative evaluation and school and work physicals.
Prior to joining Holy Cross, Dr. Samarasekera worked as a family medicine physician at Osceola Medical Center in Osceola, Wisconsin, where she provided outpatient adult and pediatric care and gained valuable experience as a hospitalist and in obstetrics. During her time there, she served on multiple committees including medical/surgical hospital, diabetes, clinic, obstetrics and quality metrics.
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THE TGH FOUNDATION LAUNCHES TRANSFORMATIVE FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN FOR TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL
“Elevating Excellence” is a five-year campaign with a $100 million goal.
Tampa, FL October 27, 2023 – The Tampa General Hospital Foundation officially kicked off an ambitious five-year capital campaign at their annual gala this past Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023.
Elevating Excellence has a goal of $100 million to support Tampa General Hospital (TGH) as the health system transitions from foundational to transformational work. TGH has experienced explosive growth in facilities, innovations and team members in just the past four years. This new campaign will fund the expansion, technologies and programs dedicated to the betterment of the Tampa Bay community, region and state.
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HCA FLORIDA ST. LUCIE HOSPITAL RECEIVES PRESITGIOUS PATHWAY TO EXCELLENCE DESIGNATION
Jodi LoDolce, Chief Nursing Officer
October 25, 2023 – HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital is proud to announce its recent achievement of the Pathway to Excellence designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This distinguished recognition signifies the hospital’s commitment to fostering a supportive and empowering work environment for its nursing staff. HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital is honored to join a select group of healthcare organizations around the world that have earned this prestigious designation.
The Pathway to Excellence program is renowned for its rigorous evaluation process, focusing on areas such as shared decision-making, leadership, safety, quality, well-being, and professional development. It underscores the importance of nurses’ active involvement in various aspects of the hospital, leading to enhanced patient outcomes, increased safety, higher job satisfaction, and reduced turnover.
“Pathway to excellence is such a great recognition that highlights our positive practice environment,” said Jodi LoDolce, Chief Nursing Officer at HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital. “It not only supports our team through the six standards but helps us drive safe patient quality care.”
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ENCOMPASS HEALTH REPORTS RESULTS FOR THIRD QUARTER 2023
BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Oct. 26, 2023 – Encompass Health Corporation (NYSE: EHC), the largest owner and operator of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals in the United States, today reported its results of operations for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023.
“We are very pleased with our third quarter performance,” said President and Chief Executive Officer of Encompass Health Mark Tarr. “Revenue growth of 10.8% driven primarily by strong discharge growth combined with year-over-year improvement in labor costs resulting in Adjusted EBITDA growth of 21.6%. Our value proposition and operating strategy continue to be validated and we remain highly optimistic about the long-term prospects of our business. We are updating our 2023 guidance to reflect our third quarter results and expectations for the balance of the year.”
Revenue growth of 10.8% resulted primarily from discharge growth of 7.3%, including same-store growth of 4.3%. Net revenue per discharge grew 3.3%.
Cash flows provided by operating activities increased 207.0% over the prior year to $215.2 million, due to lower working capital and an increase in net income.
The 21.6% increase in Adjusted EBITDA primarily resulted from increased revenue and a decrease in contract labor expense and sign-on and shift bonuses.
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TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL RECEIVES TOP HONORS IN NEWSWEEK’S INAUGURAL AMERICA’S BEST-IN-STATE HOSPITALS
TGH and its ambulatory surgery centers are recognized nationally as among the best in Florida and the U.S. by Newsweek and Statista.
Tampa, FL October 26, 2023 – Tampa General Hospital (TGH) is proud to announce its recognition in the inaugural year of Newsweek and Statista’s America’s Best-in-State Hospitals, ranking as Florida’s #2 Best-in-State Hospital, and as the #1 hospital in Tampa and Central and Western Florida. Additionally, for the third consecutive year, both of Tampa General’s ambulatory surgery centers (ASC) have been recognized as the state and nation’s best ASCs, with The Surgery Center at TGH Outpatient Center (formerly TGH Brandon Healthplex) ranked #2 in the state and #25 in the nation and the TGH Surgery Center at Morsani ranked #6 in Florida.
“Over the past few years, our organization has been on a journey of transformation — growing and evolving into a leading academic health system with some of the best medical training and research capabilities both in Florida and nationally,” said John Couris, president and chief executive officer of Tampa General Hospital/Florida Health Sciences Center. “This national recognition is a meaningful validation of our team’s growth mindset and collective dedication to providing access and delivering world-class care to our patients at every level and at every location we serve.”
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HEALTHGRADES NAMES HCA FLORIDA JFK HOSPITAL ONE OF AMERICA’S 50 BEST FOR CARDIAC SURGERY AND AMERICA’S 100 BEST FOR CARDIAC CARE, ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY, AND SPINE SURGERY
October 25, 2023 – HCA Florida JFK Hospital today announced that it is one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for cardiac surgery, AND America’s 100 Best Hospitals for cardiac care, orthopedic surgery, and spine surgery, according to new research released by Healthgrades, the leading marketplace connecting doctors and patients. This achievement reflects JFK Hospital’s outstanding clinical outcomes for cardiac surgery and puts JFK Hospital in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for cardiac surgery, and in the top 10% hospitals nationwide for cardiac care, orthopedic surgery, and spine surgery.
“We are immensely proud to announce that JFK Hospital has been recognized as one of America’s top 50 best for cardiac surgery and 100 best for cardiac care, orthopedic surgery, and spine surgery”, said Ken West CEO of JFK Hospital. West also said, “This achievement reflects our commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare and the dedication of our exceptional medical team.”
Healthgrades evaluated patient mortality and complication rates for 31 of the most common conditions and procedures at nearly 4,500 hospitals across the country to identify the top-performing hospitals for specialty care.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO LYNN REHABILITATION CENTER – RANKED TOP IN THE NATION BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT
October 26, 2023 – Just three years since opening its doors, Christine E. Lynn Rehabilitation Center for The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis at UHealth/Jackson Memorial is nationally ranked among the top 5 percent of hospitals in the nation as a premier rehab facility in the prestigious “Best Hospitals for Rehabilitation” list for 2023-2024. The team at Lynn Rehabilitation Center is honored to have achieved this esteemed ranking – a testament to the exceptional expertise in care for patients recovering from stroke, spinal cord injuries, and more. Around the world, Jackson is known for saving lives. At the state-of-the-art rehabilitation center, they go further: they give patients back their lives.
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NEWEST GUIDANCE FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS AND THEIR PATIENTS: THE URGENT NEED FOR VACCINATION WITH THE NEWEST COVID-19 VACCINE
FAU Schmidt College of Medicine Researchers and Collaborators Publish Commentary in ‘American Journal of Medicine’
October 26, 2023 – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recently recommended vaccination with the COVID-19 vaccines that had been granted Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Sept. 11. These EUAs were issued to Moderna and Pfizer for their new and updated mRNA COVID-19 vaccines to combat the increasingly prevalent new variant for which prior natural or acquired immunity does not confer protection.
In a commentary published in the American Journal of Medicine, researchers from Florida Atlantic University’s Schmidt College of Medicine and collaborators provide the most updated guidance to health care providers.
“The war on COVID-19 continues to be fought valiantly and selflessly by health care professionals in communities and hospitals across the nation.,” said Allison H. Ferris, M.D., senior author, chair of the Department of Medicine, and program director of the internal medicine residency program, FAU Schmidt College of Medicine. “As competent and compassionate physicians, we must redouble our efforts to promote evidence-based clinical and public health practices, including vaccination of all eligible U.S. adults and children with the new vaccine.
A large body of reliable randomized evidence indicates that the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination on mortality and hospitalizations vastly outweigh the risk for all individuals aged 6 years and older. Moreover, vaccination of children eligible to receive the new COVID-19 vaccine will have major clinical and public health impacts by reducing their hospitalizations and deaths as well as those of their parents, grandparents, childcare providers and schoolteachers. While the absolute risks of severe COVID-19 are low in youths, the benefit to risk ratio is favorable toward vaccination.
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USF HEALTH, TAMPA GENERAL AGAIN EXPAND MEDICAL TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES TO STRENGTHEN PIPELINE OF HEALTH CARE WORKFORCE
New anesthesiology residency program will train future physicians in crucial specialty
October 25, 2023 – USF Health Morsani College of Medicine and Tampa General Hospital today announced the launch of a new medical residency training program in anesthesiology.
The new anesthesiology residency program is based in the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine (MCOM) at the University of South Florida and is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. Residents in the four-year program will work at Tampa General Hospital and other TGH locations throughout the Tampa Bay region and be trained by USF Health faculty. Recruitment for applicants to the inaugural class has already begun.
The anesthesiology residents will add to the training positions already in place in MCOM’s Graduate Medical Education (GME) program. As the new anesthesiology residency positions fill to 48 physicians – with 12 residents in each of the four years of training – USF Health’s GME program will expand to support more than 780 residents and fellows in nearly 70 specialty programs.
“Our new anesthesiology residency program will help us address a national shortage of both anesthesiologists and residency positions to train future physicians in this crucial specialty,” said Charles J. Lockwood, MD, MHCM, executive vice president of USF Health and dean of the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. “We are delighted that Tampa General Hospital is collaborating with us to further expand our GME programs across a wide variety of specialties to ensure the most advanced care to the next generation of Floridians.”
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HEALTHGRADES RECOGNIZES HCA EAST FLORIDA DIVISION HOSPITALS
October 27, 2023 – HCA East Florida Division is happy to share that several of its hospitals have been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for several key service lines including, Orthopedic Surgery, Joint Replacement, Spine Surgery, Stroke and Cardiac Care, to name a few. This announcement comes on the heels of new research released by Healthgrades, the leading marketplace connecting doctors and patients. This achievement reflects HCA East Florida Division’s outstanding clinical outcomes.
HCA Florida JFK Hospital
Healthgrades America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery™ (2024)
Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care™ (2022-2024)
Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery™ (2021-2024)
Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery™ (2022-2024)
HCA Florida Kendall Hospital
Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care™ in (2023-2024)
Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery™ (2024)
Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery ™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
HCA Florida Aventura Hospital
Healthgrades America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Care™ in 2024
Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery™ (2024)
Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery™ (2024)
Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care™ (2024)
Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgeries™ (2024)
Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgeries™ (2024)
Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Critical Care™ (2024)
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LEE HEALTH REMINDS THE SOUTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY THAT PEDIATRIC ELECTROCARDIOGRAMS ARE AN IMPORTANT PREVENTIVE MEASURE
October 24, 2023 — As children and teenagers gear up for fall sports, Lee Health wants to remind the Southwest Florida community that pediatric electrocardiograms (EKG) are an easy and painless test to measure the electrical activity of children’s and teenager’s hearts.
An EKG records the electrical signal from the heart to check for different heart conditions, listens to the rhythm of the heartbeat, the size of the chambers of the heart and the amount of blood going to the heart muscle itself.
“All children and teenagers benefit from getting an EKG that helps identify any potential problem that warrants a follow-up with a cardiac specialist,” said pediatric cardiologist, Dr. Eric Eason. “Preventive medicine and peace of mind can help save lives and enable our children and loved ones to live full and happy lives.”
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2010, one in 250 to one in 59 children and teenagers were living with a congenital heart defect in certain areas of the United States.
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2023 NEW HORIZONS ANNUAL RACE FOR RECOVERY
Sponsors and participants raise funds and awareness in the Community
October 26, 2023 – The adults and children served by New Horizons were the overall winners of the 2023 Annual Race for Recovery 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk! The annual event is held in September coincides with recovery awareness and suicide prevention month activities around the nation. With the perennial support of presenting sponsor HealthCite Pharmacy, community members around the Treasure Coast and Okeechobee learn about and raise funds for these services.
“We are always so energized by this event, and this year was no different. Coming in the middle of recovery month and suicide awareness month, we know how important it is to not only raise these needed funds but to also remind our community that we’re here and we’re available to you. If we can’t help you, we will find help for you. It’s that simple.” said William Wims, New Horizon’s CEO.
The overall Race Winner was Sara Aube. The male Masters winner was David Blanchard. The female Masters winner was Donna May. Participants of all ages ranging from 7 to 80 years old laced up and helped the agency continue to support its community members. Sponsors included Harry and Bulah Shaw, Hoskins, Turco, Lloyd & Lloyd, Sea Coast Air Conditioning, Insurance Office of America, Midway Family Dental Center, Grimes Heating and Air Conditioning, Park’s Rentals, Nelson Family Farms, Natalie’s, Southern Eagle Distributing, Inc., Orangetheory Fitness, Fleet Feet, Ekonomy Enterprises, Inc. AKA Dunkin Donuts Airoso Blvd., Gene Zweben, Debbie Hawley, Pat Austin, Judy Overdorf, and Carl and Kathryn Hensley.
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AMERIHEALTH CARITAS FLORIDA DONATION SUPPORTS NEW IRSC SCHOOL OF NURSING
OCTOBER 26, 2023- Indian River State College (IRSC) has named an educational space in its new School of Nursing in recognition of a recent contribution from AmeriHealth Caritas Florida. The donation underscores the Medicaid managed care plan’s mission to help people get care, stay well, and build healthy communities by helping to strengthen the state’s health care workforce.
IRSC recently revealed the transformation of more than 50,521 square feet over two buildings on its Pruitt Campus into high-tech nursing classrooms and simulated clinical settings. The project doubles the capacity of the IRSC nursing program, improving access to nursing careers for students and addressing local and state health care staffing needs. IRSC School of Nursing students began the fall 2023 semester in these immersive learning environments.
AmeriHealth Caritas Florida proudly joined IRSC, along with State Senator Gayle Harrell and other state and local elected officials as well as community and business leaders at the facility’s grand opening.
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BIDEN-HARRIS ADMINISTRATION LAUNCHES WINDOW-SHOPPING AHEAD OF 11TH ACA MARKETPLACE OPEN ENROLLMENT PERIOD
Consumers continue to have more choices and stable premiums
OCTOBER 25, 2023 – The Biden-Harris Administration believes health coverage is a right, not a privilege, and is committed to investing in a robust Marketplace Open Enrollment campaign so everyone who needs health coverage can easily sign up for it. Starting today, HealthCare.gov consumers can preview their health care coverage options and see detailed information about 2024 health insurance plans and prices offered in their area ahead of the Open Enrollment period that begins November 1.
As we begin the 11th Open Enrollment period, the Marketplace is stronger than ever with lower out-of-pocket premiums thanks to the continuation of enhanced financial assistance under the Inflation Reduction Act. Thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, nearly 15 million Americans are saving an average of $800 a year on their health insurance premiums.
“Millions of Americans have obtained affordable, high quality health care coverage through the Marketplaces, and I encourage all who are eligible to look at the information available at HealthCare.gov and learn about plans that meet their needs, said U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra. “The Biden-Harris Administration has made it a priority to continue to strengthen the ACA and build on its progress by reducing premiums for the millions of Americans enrolled in Marketplace coverage.”
“The ACA Marketplaces have continued to grow and strengthen in recent years. This year, consumers continue to have access to affordable health care coverage that is vital for families,” said CMS Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure. “We encourage consumers to visit HealthCare.gov and their State-based Marketplaces to preview plans and premiums now so that they are prepared to make selections that fit their needs when Open Enrollment begins on November 1.”
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HIGHER INCOME AND LONGER WORKING YEARS ARE LINKED TO BETTER MOBILITY
Longitudinal study suggests enhanced musculoskeletal health can prolong working years and is associated with higher income.
OCTOBER 25, 2023 – A new study on the relationship between mobility and income has shown that better mobility was strongly associated with higher income and longer working years in adults. The findings, from researchers at the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS), part of the National Institutes of Health, also suggest that maintaining mobility was linked to greater earnings over time. The study was published in Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research.
“We have long understood that greater mobility is an important indicator of good health,” said NIAMS Director Lindsey A. Criswell, M.D., M.P.H. “The notion that mobility can have economic rewards further extends the evidence for the benefits of exercise and maintaining an active lifestyle.”
Timothy Bhattacharyya, M.D., head of the NIAMS Clinical and Investigative Orthopaedics Surgery Unit, led the study. Bhattacharyya and colleagues analyzed data from the federally supported Health and Retirement Study (HERS), the largest representative longitudinal study of Americans over age 50, which explores the challenges associated with aging on work, health, social, psychological, family, and economic status.
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At Integrate, we are at the forefront of the industry, showcasing the latest technology and solutions from tech giants to nimble start-ups. With highly vetted sessions from industry leaders, renowned keynote speakers, and innovation specialty programming, you won't want to miss a single moment. Join CIOs, senior executives, providers, IT professionals, government officials, consultants, and market suppliers, as we come together to accelerate professional goals and forge valuable business relationships.
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For more than two decades, the Guardian Angels have hosted this special event benefiting Holtz Children’s Hospital surrounded by those who embrace their mission. This year, the luncheon will feature an exclusive fashion show presented by Saks Fifth Avenue and a chance drawing, and will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the naming of Holtz Children’s Hospital.
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TRULIEVE OPENING MEDICAL CANNABIS DISPENSARY IN MARIANNA, FLORIDA
Company celebrates grand opening, improves patient access in Florida’s north panhandle
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Oct. 27, 2023 — Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF) (“Trulieve” or “the Company”), a leading and top-performing cannabis company in the United States, today announced the opening of a new medical dispensary located at 4256 Lafayette Street in Marianna, Florida.
On Saturday, October 28, Trulieve will host a grand opening celebration beginning at 9 a.m. featuring partner giveaways, music, specials, discounts, and opportunities to register for upcoming patient education sessions.
“We are constantly looking for new ways to engage with customers and expand access to cannabis,” said Trulieve’s Chief Executive Officer Kim Rivers. “This new location makes it easier for patients in the Marianna community to enjoy our superior customer service and top-quality products.”
Located along U.S. Highway 90 and less than five miles from Interstate 10, the new Marianna dispensary offers greater convenience to Florida patients and caregivers in Jackson, Washington, and Calhoun counties.
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VERANO OPENS MÜV™ SATELLITE BEACH, ELEVATING THE COMPANY’S RETAIL FOOTPRINT TO 72 FLORIDA DISPENSARIES AND 135 LOCATIONS NATIONWIDE
Located at 106 Florida Highway A1A, MÜV Satellite Beach bolsters the Company’s retail presence in Brevard County, an area with more than 606,000 residents
MÜV Satellite Beach joins nearby MÜV dispensaries in Titusville, Merritt Island and West Melbourne
Verano’s active operations span 13 states, comprised of 135 dispensaries and 14 cultivation and processing facilities with more than 1 million square feet of cultivation capacity
CHICAGO, October 27, 2023 — Verano Holdings Corp. (NEO: VRNO) (OTCQX: VRNOF) (“Verano” or the “Company”), a leading multi-state cannabis company, today announced the opening of MÜV Satellite Beach on Friday, October 27, the Company’s 72nd Florida dispensary and 135th location nationwide. MÜV Satellite Beach, located on 106 Florida Highway A1A, will be open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., local time.
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Over 854,000 Patients in Florida are using Cannabis as their Medicine FOR LATEST OMMU REPORTS FROM OFFICE OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA USE IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA HERE Highlights from OCTOBER 27, 2023 PDF OF REPORT
BY THE NUMBERS Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card):
Oct 27 2023- 854,178 Oct 20 2023 - 853,986 Oct 13 2023- 853,150 Oct 06 2023- 851,475 Sept 29 2023- 848,942 Sept 22 2023- 846,585 Patients Added Last Week: 1,028 Qualified Ordering Physicians: 2,703 New Doctors added Last Week: +1 Reporting Period: Oct 20 - Oct 26 2023 Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 314,752,069
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 3,279,347 Amount of Marijuana in a Form for Smoking (oz) 104,022.004 Approved Dispensing Locations: 599 Added Last Week: 4
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