BROWARD HEALTH CELEBRATES $500,000 GIFT TO ENHANCE NEWLY RENAMED BROWARD HEALTH FOUNDATION SIMULATION AND LEARNING CENTER
June 30, 2025- Broward Health celebrated a significant update to its simulation and learning center at Broward Health North that was made possible by a $500,000 gift from the Broward Health Foundation.
Funds were used to upgrade patient simulators known as manikins and technology used to replicate real-world medical scenarios in a controlled, risk-free setting, allowing healthcare professionals to refine their skills, ultimately improving patient care and outcomes. The center is now equipped with three adult, one pediatric and one neonatal manikin.
“We are grateful to our donors whose generous investments in these vital programs strengthen our entire healthcare system, ultimately making a lasting difference in the well-being of our community,” said Don Eachus, president of the Broward Health Foundation.
The Broward Health Foundation Simulation and Learning Center provides targeted training and ongoing education for nurses and healthcare professionals across the entire Broward Health system, including Broward Health’s four regional hospitals, ambulatory clinics and Broward Health Physician Group practices.
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ACHE of South Florida Member Spotlight: Jorge Quintero
Jorge Quintero lives in South Florida, but his work for The Goodman Group takes him all over the country. Based in Minnesota, The Goodman Group has three sectors: healthcare, residential, and commercial, and Quintero is national vice president of Operations and Business Development for the healthcare sector. Quintero said the company has hospitals and healthcare facilities throughout the nation, but he is responsible for two hospitals, and neither is close to home.
“I oversee Bitterroot Hospital in Hamilton, Montana, a very small, 25-bed acute care facility, and the second hospital is Flagstaff Medical Center in Flagstaff, Arizona. It’s the only hospital in Flagstaff so it has 268 beds.” He also oversees seven post acute care facilities, which include rehabilitation centers and skilled nursing facilities. Some of these post acute care facilities are located on the Gulf Coast of Florida, but “otherwise,” Quintero said, “I live in the airport.”
Quintero described his responsibilities for all of the facilities, saying, “I do the day-to-day operations, so I handle processing and quality improvements, and I oversee the facilities and construction.” Included in this is oversight of new investments, renovations, procurement, budget, and cost control, and resource optimization. “I also collaborate with HR regarding talent acquisition, and I oversee customer satisfaction for the entire enterprise.”
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First Cohort of FIU-Baptist Health Residents Begin Training
On July 1 2025 Baptist Health South Florida and Florida International University’s Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine officially welcomed the first cohort of physician residents to begin clinical training under their recently-expanded academic affiliation. These newly minted doctors – many of them FIU alumni – are now stepping into roles that serve the very communities they call home.
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CLEVELAND CLINIC WESTON HOSPITAL JOINS BRONCHIECTASIS AND NTM CARE CENTER NETWORK
Weston Hospital, which received a national designation by the Bronchiectasis and NTM Association, is the only center in Florida to earn this distinction
July 1, 2025 – Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital has been designated as a Bronchiectasis and NTM Care Center Network (CCN) site by the Bronchiectasis and NTM Association. The designation is active as of March 2025.
“Patient-centered care is at the heart of our mission,” says Carla McWilliams, MD, chief of Infectious Disease, Quality and Safety at Cleveland Clinic in Florida. “This recognition reflects our commitment to providing the highest level of care for patients in the South Florida community living with bronchiectasis and nontuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease.”
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Holy Cross Health Honors 81 “Healing Heroes”
Exceptional healthcare workers and support staff recognized by grateful patients
June 27, 2025 – Since launching the Healing Heroes program earlier this spring, Holy Cross Health has received an outpouring of thank you letters and donations from patients and families in recognition of physicians, nurses, caregivers and staff who’ve made a lasting impact on their lives.
“Grateful patients and their families now have a way to continue to express their appreciation for the caregivers who have made a difference in their life, not just with words, but through meaningful philanthropic support, giving back to their hospital,” said Laura Denoux, vice president and chief development officer at Holy Cross Health. “The dedication, compassion and excellence of the Holy Cross team inspires gratitude and hope in the lives of those we serve. The relationship between a patient and caregiver is powerful. When gratitude turns into giving, it creates a ripple effect. It is a powerful circle of care that begins at the bedside and extends throughout our hospital.”
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Jackson Heart Institute Recognized by Society of Thoracic Surgeons Among Top Cardiac Programs in the Nation
JUNE 30, 2025 – Jackson Heart Institute’s adult heart surgery program has earned the coveted 3-star rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG) and Multi-procedural (overall cardiac surgical performance) across all analyzed Jackson Heart Institute procedures in the STS data-base. This prestigious recognition places Jackson Heart Institute among the top-performing cardiac surgery programs in the nation.
The STS star rating system represents the gold standard for measuring cardiac surgery quality and patient outcomes. Programs that earn three stars demonstrate “better than expected” outcomes based on a comprehensive analysis of patient risk factors and surgical results.
“This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional cardiac care to our patients and community,” said Hari Mallidi, MD, Jackson’s chief of cardiac surgery and director of Jackson Heart Institute. “Our dedication to clinical excellence, combined with our multidisciplinary team, state-of-the-art facilities, and evidence-based practices has resulted in superior patient outcomes that we’re incredibly proud of.”
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Sarcoma Awareness Month: The “Forgotten Cancer”
Palm Beach Gardens man survives deadly, 28-pound tumor found in abdomen. Tampa General surgeon performs nearly nine hours of surgery to remove rare sarcoma tumor.
June 30, 2025 – July is Sarcoma Awareness Month. Known as the “forgotten cancer,” sarcoma is a rare and complex disease that forms tumors in either the bones or soft tissues.
According to the Sarcoma Foundation of America, approximately 17,000 people are diagnosed with sarcoma each year in the United States, about 4,000 with bone sarcomas and 13,000 with soft tissue sarcomas. Currently, more than 50,000 patients and their families are struggling with sarcoma.
Palm Beach Gardens resident Carl Feldman is one of the lucky survivors.
In 2023, Feldman had a 28-pound sarcoma tumor removed from his abdomen by surgeons at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) during a nine-hour surgery. Feldman learned about his massive, beach ball-sized tumor in the fall of 2022 at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) Cancer Institute in Palm Beach Gardens. Dr. Vijay Narendran, medical oncologist at the TGH Cancer Institute, confirmed the tumor was liposarcoma, a rare type of malignant soft tissue tumor. Liposarcoma develops in fat tissue and is most often found in the abdominal cavity or extremities.
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Dressed to Grill: NICU Babies Celebrate the 4th of July
July 1, 2025 – Just in time for the 4th of July, the NICU at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital in Memorial Hospital Miramar brought the backyard BBQ indoors—with a tiny, adorable twist. Nurses and staff dressed their smallest patients as summertime favorites like hamburgers, french fries, ketchup & mustard, and watermelon, all “served” by pint-sized chefs. These lighthearted moments may seem small, but they mean the world to families who can’t be home for holidays and milestones. The festive photos offer a heartwarming reminder that even in the NICU, there’s room for a little fun—and a lot of love.
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FORT LAUDERDALE OFFICIALS HOST FIREWORKS SAFETY DEMONSTRATIONS AHEAD OF FOURTH OF JULY HOLIDAY
July 1, 2025- In preparation for the Fourth of July holiday, Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue and Broward Health joined forces to educate the community about the dangers of fireworks. They provided safety tips and discussed common injuries typically seen during the holiday.
“The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a professional display. These are conducted under controlled conditions by trained experts,” Battalion Chief Christopher Davis-Partridge, Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue said. “The City of Fort Lauderdale throws an annual 4th of July Spectacular at Las Olas Oceanside Park featuring a professional fireworks display.”
“Improper use of fireworks can easily ignite grass, brush, or rooftops, especially during dry conditions. A single firework landing in the wrong place can put homes and lives at risk,” Battalion Chief Davis-Partridge said. “Please avoid using fireworks near buildings, trees, or dry vegetation. Make sure all fireworks are fully extinguished before discarding.”
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NCH Rooney Heart Institute Earns Prestigious 3-Star Ratings for Excellence in Cardiac Surgery
July 1, 2025 – The NCH Rooney Heart Institute is proud to announce its outstanding outcomes in cardiac surgery, reaffirming its place among the top cardiovascular programs in the country. The Institute earned three-star ratings – the highest possible denomination – from the prestigious Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) in several major categories, including Isolated Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG), Aortic Valve Replacement (AVR), and the new category Multiprocedural Composite Quality Ranking. Only approximately one-quarter of hospitals nationwide received this top designation in the new category.
The cardiac surgery program at NCH performs over 400 cardiac surgical cases a year. For more than 25 years, since the first coronary bypass surgery at NCH in November 1995, the NCH cardiac surgery team has maintained a consistent focus on patient outcomes, data-driven improvement, and clinical excellence. The STS star ratings, which are based on a rolling three-year evaluation, are among the most respected measures in cardiac surgery and position NCH in the highest performing quartile for heart surgery with exceptionally lower rates of 30-day morbidity and mortality, and favorable observed-to-expected (O/E) outcome ratios across the board. With this year’s recognition, the Rooney Heart Institute has now received three stars for isolated CABG for over a decade.
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Optum Rx removes reauthorization requirements for an additional 60-plus drugs
June 30, 2025 – Effective July 1, Optum Rx will eliminate reauthorization requirements for an additional 60-plus drugs treating chronic conditions, improving access for patients.
The update builds on Optum Rx’s recently announced commitment to eliminate certain reauthorizations to make prescription drugs more accessible and support better health outcomes. So far this year, Optum Rx has eliminated reauthorization requirements for more than 140 chronic disease medications.
“Chronic conditions affect about 60% of Americans and are the leading cause of death in the United States,” said Sumit Dutta, M.D., chief medical officer, Optum Rx. “Eliminating reauthorization requirements for established and effective treatments underscores our commitment to make these needed drugs more accessible, which also supports better health outcomes.”
The newly added medications include treatments for seven chronic conditions, like behavioral health, HIV, dry eye disease, high cholesterol and hypertension.
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United Way of Broward County’s MISSION UNITED Launches Backpack Broward Drive to Support Children of Military Families
Staff from the office of Congressman Jared Moskowitz with volunteers and staff from United Way of Broward County
June 30, 2025 – United Way of Broward County’s MISSION UNITED is calling on the community to support local military and veteran families by donating school supplies for children in need. The items will be distributed in brand-new backpacks to school-aged children of veterans and active-duty service members just in time for the new school year.
Now through July 23, community members can participate in two impactful ways:
-Make a financial gift – A $75 donation pays for a fully stocked backpack filled with essential school supplies and hygiene items.
-Donate filled backpacks – Individuals and organizations are encouraged to purchase and fill backpacks with supplies and drop them off at United Way of Broward County’s Ansin Building, located at 1300 South Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316.
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Healthier Glades Brings Chair Yoga to Local Residents Through Let’s Move 365 Initiative
Classes scheduled to resume August 5, 2025
July 1, 2025 — Healthier Glades, a Palm Health Foundation Healthier Together initiative, has been helping residents stretch their bodies and their wellness goals through a successful chair yoga program that is part of the Let’s Move 365 initiative and funded by a Healthier Glades mini-grant. From January 28, 2025, through June 26, 2025, community members gathered every Tuesday and Thursday for one-hour sessions designed to support physical activity, relaxation, and overall well-being. Held at St. John First Missionary Baptist Church in Belle Glade, FL, the classes attracted a wide range of participants, ages 18 to 80, many of whom were seeking a gentle and accessible way to improve their health.
The initiative began in 2022, when BeWellPBC awarded Bettye Lawson of Glades Faith Health Educators a mini-grant to create a chair yoga program for improving the brain health of older adults. After the grant ended, Healthier Glades continued to support the program, facilitated by class instructor and mini-grant recipient Milton Olen. Olen focuses on enhancing Glades residents’ mobility, strength, and mental well-being while encouraging storytelling among participants to build a supportive community atmosphere.
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CENTENE CORPORATION WITHDRAWS 2025 GUIDANCE
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ST. LOUIS, July 1, 2025 — Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC) (Centene, the Company) is withdrawing its previous 2025 GAAP and adjusted diluted earnings per share (EPS) guidance, including the underlying guidance elements.
Marketplace 2025 Risk Adjustment Update
The Company recently received and analyzed its first view of 2025 industry Health Insurance Marketplace (Marketplace) data from Wakely, an independent actuarial firm, covering 22 of Centene’s 29 Marketplace states, and representing approximately 72% of the Company’s Marketplace membership. This data is submitted to Wakely by most Marketplace insurance carriers.
Based upon the Company’s preliminary interpretation of the data and discussions with Wakely, the overall market growth in the 22 states is lower than expected and the implied aggregate market morbidity in those states is significantly higher than, and materially inconsistent with, the Company’s assumptions for risk adjustment revenue transfer used in the preparation of its previous 2025 consolidated guidance.
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LeadingAge Southeast Names Joey Mookerjee as Chief Operating Officer
July 1, 2025 – —LeadingAge Southeast, the premier association representing mission-driven senior living providers across Florida, Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi, is pleased to announce that Joey Mookerjee will join the organization as Chief Operating Officer, effective July 7, 2025.
Mookerjee brings more than 15 years of operational leadership in senior living to the role, with deep experience in community management, strategic planning, and organizational performance.
“We are excited to welcome Joey to LeadingAge Southeast,” said Steve Bahmer, President & CEO of LeadingAge Southeast. “Joey’s extensive experience in operations and his commitment to excellence make him the ideal leader to help us continue to strengthen our association and support our members. His expertise will be instrumental as we navigate the evolving needs of the senior living field and ensure that LeadingAge Southeast remains a powerful advocate and resource for our members.”
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Florida PACE Providers Association hosts inaugural conference
Secretary Shevaun Harris delivered keynote address at the single-day event
July 1, 2025 – Florida PACE Providers Association (FPPA) hosted its inaugural, in-person conference on Tuesday, June 17, welcoming more than 100 guests dedicated to ensuring that every senior in Florida has access to quality health care.
FPPA is a nonprofit, 501(c)(6) organization dedicated to unifying all PACE providers in Florida under a united purpose: to grow and advance the PACE model of care statewide. FPPA is committed to improving the overall health and quality of life of Florida’s seniors while ensuring that they are safely receiving the care they need while living at home.
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CMS Launches New Model to Target Wasteful, Inappropriate Services in Original Medicare
Model will leverage enhanced technologies to protect Medicare beneficiaries, federal taxpayers from unnecessary services, fraud, waste, and abuse
June 27, 2025 – The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is announcing a new Innovation Center model aimed at helping ensure people with Original Medicare receive safe, effective, and necessary care. Through the Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction (WISeR) Model, CMS will partner with companies specializing in enhanced technologies to test ways to provide an improved and expedited prior authorization process relative to Original Medicare’s existing processes, helping patients and providers avoid unnecessary or inappropriate care and safeguarding federal taxpayer dollars. This model builds on other changes being made to prior authorization as announced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and CMS on Monday.
“CMS is committed to crushing fraud, waste, and abuse, and the WISeR Model will help root out waste in Original Medicare,” said CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz. “Combining the speed of technology and the experienced clinicians, this new model helps bring Medicare into the 21st century by testing a streamlined prior authorization process, while protecting Medicare beneficiaries from being given unnecessary and often costly procedures.”
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CMS Publishes Program Year 2024 Open Payments Data
June 30 ,2025 – Today, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published Open Payments Program Year 2024 data, along with newly submitted and updated payment records for Program Years 2018 – 2023. The data is accessible on the Open Payments Search Tool.
Open Payments is a national disclosure program that promotes transparency and accountability by making information about the financial relationships between certain pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers and distributors and certain health care providers available to the public.
Through Open Payments, the American public has much more insight into payments and other transfers of value their healthcare providers receive from pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
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Breast cancer risk in younger women may be influenced by hormone therapy
NIH study could help to guide clinical recommendations for hormone therapy use among women under 55 years old.
June 30 2025 – Scientists at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have found that two common types of hormone therapy may alter breast cancer risk in women before age 55. Researchers discovered that women treated with unopposed estrogen hormone therapy (E-HT) were less likely to develop the disease than those who did not use hormone therapy. They also found that women treated with estrogen plus progestin hormone therapy (EP-HT) were more likely to develop breast cancer than women who did not use hormone therapy. Together, these results could help to guide clinical recommendations for hormone therapy use among younger women.
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Below you will find a list of the events we have available this month to support your rehabilitation process and ensure you have the resources and activities you need to reconnect and/or live a full life with limb loss/difference. These AMPOWER/Hanger Clinic events are also open to your families and loved ones! Healthcare professionals are also invited and encouraged to join us to celebrate our accomplishments as we are moving forward together and embracing life! Please mark your calendars now and RSVP by replying to this email or texting me at 954-594-2060 to know which events you will be attending to make plans accordingly:
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Baptist Health Announces 42nd Annual Echocardiography and Structural Heart Symposium
June 16, 2025 – Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, part of Baptist Health South Florida, will be hosting its the 42nd Annual Echocardiography and Structural Heart Symposium on September 26-27, 2025, at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel in Coral Gables, Florida. This premier educational event convenes leading experts in cardiovascular care to explore the latest advancements in imaging technologies and minimally invasive treatments for valvular and structural heart diseases.
“As valvular heart disease and structural heart treatments become increasingly integral within cardiology, the symposium focuses on building the fundamental tools of echocardiography,” said Elliott J. Elias, M.D., director of cardiac and structural imaging at Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute and co-director of the symposium. “It is tailored to both beginners and those with advanced skills, ensuring a comprehensive understanding from the perspective of the sonographer scanning the patient to the reader, be it a cardiologist or medical professional, taking care of the patient.”
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Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce to Honor Benjamin León with 2025 Sand In My Shoes® Award
June 26, 2025 – The Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce proudly announces that Benjamin León, Cuban-American businessman, healthcare pioneer, and philanthropist, and recently appointed U.S. Ambassador to Spain, will be honored with the 2025 Sand in My Shoes® Award, one of South Florida’s most prestigious community leadership accolades.
The award will be presented during a celebratory dinner on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at Jungle Island from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
As the founder of Leon Medical Centers, Mr. León has transformed healthcare access for Miami’s elderly population while consistently giving back through philanthropic initiatives focused on education, cultural preservation, and health equity. His life’s work is a testament to unwavering dedication, resilience, and a profound love for Greater Miami.
Established in 1981, the Sand in My Shoes® Award recognizes exceptional individuals who have made lasting contributions to the South Florida region, reflecting a commitment to making Miami the best possible place to live, work, and play. Mr. Leon joins an elite group of past honorees, including Trish & Dan Bell, Alberto Ibargüen, Manuel “Manny” Medina, David Lawrence, Jr., Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Penny Shaffer, and Antonio “Tony” Argiz—all of whom have shaped the community through visionary leadership and civic engagement.
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