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ACHE OF SOUTH FLORIDA MEMBER SPOTLIGHT JULY 2023: PETER CHRISTIAANS
Peter Christiaans is quick to point out that ACHE – the American College of Healthcare Executives – is not what one might expect by looking at its name. “As you look at the broad membership, you’ll see that it is not just all hospital administrators; it’s quite diverse. It extends to vendors, suppliers and other industries that have touchpoints in healthcare and have an interest professionally to improve the field.” To realize the truth of that statement, one just has to examine Christiaans’ professional background.
Christiaans is a director at Huron Consulting Group, a management consulting firm that offers services to multiple industries, including healthcare, life sciences, commercial, and higher education. “I’ve been consulting since college,” he said, commenting that his previous experience included working at the Big Four: Arthur Andersen, KPMG, and Deloitte. Christiaans stated that all of it had been consulting work in different industries doing different tasks, “but the commonality that ties them all together is that I’ve been in what’s called the ERP – or enterprise resource planning – state. What that means is that for most of my career I’ve worked with different clients to implement software for their human capital, their financials, and their supply chain.”
With consulting as his background, why was Christiaans interested in joining ACHE? He explained that when he was in college, he completed his MBA in healthcare administration at the University of Miami. “I did a fair amount of work while I was going through graduate school in different departments at the University of Miami’s Medical Campus. The administrator for the Mailman Center for Child Development where I was working at the time was a member of ACHE. He was a fellow and he introduced me to the organization.”
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CARMEL BARRAU, MD, TAKES THE HELM AS DADE COUNTY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT
Newly installed president of DCMA, Carmel Barrau M.D., FACP, first Haitian-American to be appointed to the Board of Medicine of Florida, is a strong proponent of organized medicine. He explains why.
“As physicians we are trained and practice within the clinical quality guidelines of patient care delivery. However, we need to be participating members in medical associations in order to confer among peers, keep abreast of technology, learn about the business side of medicine (finance, legal, AI, practice models and other pragmatic decisions to weigh) and be proactive in political issues relating to health care,” he said.
Dr. Barrau is Co-founder of the Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine at Florida International University, where he also chairs the Dean’s Advisory Council for the College and also is a board member of the FIU Foundation. He earned his undergraduate and medical degrees from State University School of Medicine Port-au-Prince, Haiti. He completed his internship and residency at the University of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital, and received numerous commendations throughout his career. He has been an active voice in the Miami Mecca of health care for the past 30 years serving as a leader and advisor in patient care, peer review, and medical education.
As he assumes his role he said, “As active DCMA members we have opportunities to expand our skills and advocacy for our profession, our specialties and ultimately provide the best health care for our patients.”
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ALEXANDER FERNANDEZ: TRANSFORMING FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT IN HOSPICE CARE
Alexander Fernandez, the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of VITAS Healthcare, brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to the field of end-of-life care. With a strong background in healthcare financial management, Fernandez has taken on the challenge of optimizing financial performance and ensuring financial compliance at VITAS, one of the oldest and leading hospice providers in South Florida.
Fernandez’s decision to join VITAS earlier this year was driven by his passion for learning and embracing new challenges.
“I have always been a person who enjoys learning and new challenges,” Fernandez says. “When VITAS COO Joel Wherley approached me regarding the role, I began researching the organization and end-of-life care.”
Impressed by VITAS’ commitment to compassionate patient and family-centered care, Fernandez made the decision to transition from the acute care setting to the hospice industry. He recognized the exciting time in the industry with changes in alternative payment models, value-based care, and the projected growth of the hospice sector in the coming years.
Drawing on his extensive experience in healthcare financial management, Fernandez is poised to optimize VITAS’ financial performance and support its growth.
“Regardless of what aspect of healthcare I am managing, my overall approach has remained relatively consistent and ultimately led to successful outcomes,” Fernandez explains.
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HCA FLORIDA JFK HOSPITAL EXPANDS SERVICES WITH THE OPENING OF THE INPATIENT PHYSICAL REHABILITATION CENTER
June 30, 2023 – HCA Florida JFK Hospital, is pleased to announce the opening of its new state-of-the-art inpatient Physical Rehabilitation Center.
The 42-bed unit is designed to offer specialized care for individuals recovering from various medical conditions such as orthopedic injuries, acute cardiac conditions, neurological disorders, stroke and spinal cord injuries. Our multidisciplinary team includes physicians specializing in rehabilitation, specially trained rehabilitation nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, dieticians, and a diabetic educator.
The new unit features private rooms, a therapy gym and a home care therapy area, specially designed to create a healing and supportive environment. Patients have access to a wide range of therapeutic services aimed at maximizing their recovery and restoring their independence.
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TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL NAMED ONE OF AMERICAS TOP CANCER HOSPITALS BY NEWSWEEK
Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute is ranked among the best cancer hospitals nationally.
June 28, 2023 – Tampa General Hospital (TGH) is in the top 3% of cancer hospitals in the United States, according to Newsweek and Statista. Listed in the news magazine’s new America’s Best Cancer Hospitals 2023 rankings, Tampa General is also ranked in the top 10 Florida cancer facilities that appear on Newsweek’s list.
“This recognition is a testament to the incredible oncology team that leads the TGH Cancer Institute to deliver world-class, cutting-edge and compassionate cancer care,” said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General. “The team is continually focused on strengthening our expertise in cancer prevention, treatment, research, education and clinical investigations.”
According to Newsweek and Statista, inclusion on this list is symbolic of patient and employee trust in the organization, Tampa General’s leadership, and outcomes performance in the delivery of cancer care.
“Our multidisciplinary team understands that cancer care is not only incredibly complex but deeply personal to every patient and the people who care about them,” said Dr. Eduardo M. Sotomayor, director of Tampa General’s Cancer Institute. “We are dedicated to the relentless pursuit of excellence and extending and improving the quality of life for our patients through the delivery of highly-individualized, personalized care that addresses all facets of their health, not just their cancer.
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SFHHA NEWSLINE – JULY 2023 – THE RAPIDLY CHANGING HEALTHCARE PARADIGM
In today’s Modern Healthcare, Caroline Hudson wrote that, “Healthcare research firm Chilmark released a report earlier this month projecting hospital-at-home to grow into a $300 billion industry by 2028, with much of that growth propelled by third-party companies offering turnkey services.”
Her article caused me to remember something that Wael Barsoum, M.D., and then CEO of Cleveland Clinic Florida said many years ago at the groundbreaking ceremony for what was then their new patient tower. When he talked about the configuration of the new tower, he shared that Cleveland Clinic saw the time of the one-day admission going away, wow was he right! With the speed of light, innovators are figuring out how to align with hospitals, or not, to manage this patient cohort at home.
Hospital-at-home, an innovative approach to healthcare delivery, holds great promise and has the potential to revolutionize the traditional hospital system. By allowing patients to receive hospital-level care in the comfort of their own homes, this concept aims to improve patient outcomes, enhance patient satisfaction, and reduce healthcare costs.
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LAKESIDE MEDICAL CENTER GRADUATES 11TH CLASS OF FAMILY MEDICINE RESIDENTS
June 30, 2023 – The Health Care District of Palm Beach County’s teaching hospital, Lakeside Medical Center, recently graduated five new physicians. The hospital’s 11th class of family medicine residents completed three years of rigorous training, the first of which was during the height of the pandemic in the underserved, rural Glades communities that were considered a hot spot.
“This resident class was thrust onto the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic, facing some of the toughest challenges that our hospital in Belle Glade has ever encountered,” Darcy J. Davis, Health Care District CEO stated in her remarks to residents, family, friends and faculty attending the graduation ceremony on June 22nd. “Not only did they embrace the responsibilities of patient care, they also rose to the occasion by rapidly acquiring knowledge about a deadly pandemic and helped save lives.”
Giselle Falconi, MD; Jennifer Hua, DO; Nzingha Saunders, DO; Heden Presendieu, MD; and Anthony Hernandez, MD completed rotations in emergency medicine, critical care, women’s health, psychiatry, general surgery, inpatient, outpatient and community medicine, sports medicine, cardiology, geriatrics, and pediatrics. As part of the residency program, the residents treated patients at the Health Care District’s C.L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics’ Belle Glade Clinic, which shares space with the hospital. One of the program’s goals is to cultivate physicians to practice locally. To that end, Dr. Hua and Dr. Hernandez plan to continue their careers in Palm Beach County.
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UHEALTH EARNS TOP RECOGNITION AMONG NATIONAL HEALTH CARE BRANDS
June 30, 2023 – University of Miami Health System is among the top health care brands in the nation for employment (No. 1), humanistic branding (No. 8) and most trusted brands (No. 14), according to Monigle, one of the country’s largest independent brand consultancies.
For the past six years, Monigle has analyzed health care data, producing an annual report that provides various insights into how brands and their audiences interact. This year’s report, “Humanizing Brand Experience Volume 6: Healthcare Edition,” shows Miami as the top city in the nation for health engagement with an index of 126, followed by Gainesville and Charleston, South Carolina, with indices of 123 and 122, respectively.
National Excellence in Employment, Humanism and Trust
To merit the top rank in health care brand for staffing, UHealth makes sure its nearly 15,000 employees — made up of physicians, nurses and other support staff— are valued and engaged within the health system. Programs such as work flexibility, promotional opportunities and recognition have allowed significant retention of employees while attracting many world-renowned physicians and researchers who are considered among the best in their field.
“These top national rankings are a testament to the amazing community we continue to build at UHealth,” said Alison Mincey, J.D., Chief Human Resources Officer for the University of Miami, UHealth and the Miller School of Medicine. “From setting the standard in employment to raising the bar of what an academic medical system should be, UHealth is constantly at the forefront of medical excellence with even more to come.”
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TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL RECOGNIZED AS A TOP 20 ‘BEST EMPLOYER FOR NEW GRADUATES’ BY FORBES
The academic health system was ranked #1 in Florida and is the only organization in Forbes’ health care and social category to be named.
June 29, 2023 – Tampa General Hospital (TGH) — the primary teaching hospital for the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine — is among the top 20 employers for new graduates according to Forbes’ 2023 “Best Employers for New Graduates” list of 300 companies. The academic health system was ranked #1 in Florida and is the only organization in Forbes’ health care and social category to be named. Tampa General’s inclusion on Forbes’ list attests to its commitment to putting team members first and supporting personal and career growth at all levels of the organization.
“At Tampa General, we continue to prioritize the needs and growth of our team members by implementing training and offering professional development opportunities across all levels. As we continue to innovate and advance world-class care, we recognize the importance of seeding new talent and believe wholeheartedly in the value and new perspectives recent graduates can bring to the table,” said John D. Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General. “Team members can do their best work when they feel supported by the organization and secure in their career development, and this is especially true for recent graduates who are entering the professional workforce for the first time. I am proud that we have been recognized for creating a workplace where new graduates are able to flourish.”
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MD NOW OPENS FOURTH LOCATION IN BOYNTON BEACH WITH NEW SOUTH BOYNTON BEACH CLINIC
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida – July 3, 2023 – MD Now continues to expand high-quality healthcare in the Palm Beach market, where MD Now opened its first clinic over 15 years ago, and continues to operate its corporate headquarters. The South Boynton Beach clinic is MD Now’s fourth location in Boynton Beach.
MD Now is the largest urgent care operator in Florida, with 85+ state-of-the-art clinics across the state—and more to come soon. The new clinic in South Boynton Beach is conveniently located on the east side of Military Trail, off Village Market in the Shoppes at Village of Golf:
MD Now – South Boynton Beach
11800 S Military Trail, Ste. 105
Golf, FL 33436
Like all MD Now clinics, no appointment is necessary, and walk-ins are welcome. MD Now also offers online Web Check-In® as an added layer of convenience. Patients can select their clinic of choice and choose when they want to come in. They’ll receive a text message when it’s time for their visit, so they can wait wherever is convenient for them.
“We’re proud to expand in legacy markets like Palm Beach where MD Now already has solid brand awareness and patients who visit us regularly,” said Tina Miller, Chief Operating Officer of MD Now. “We continue to strive to make high-quality healthcare even more convenient by growing our footprint where it all began.”
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TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL NAMED TO BECKERS HOSPITAL REVIEW GREAT HOSPITALS IN AMERICA LIST
Tampa General is recognized as a national leader and the only hospital in the Tampa Bay region recognized for clinical excellence and leadership.
June 30, 2023 – Tampa General Hospital (TGH) has been named one of the greatest hospitals in the U.S., according to the 2023 Becker’s Hospital Review “Great Hospitals in America” list.
Tampa General is one of 86 hospitals nationwide, one of only two hospitals in Florida and the only hospital in the Tampa Bay region to receive recognition on Becker’s list.
“As one of the nation’s leading academic health systems, we are keenly focused on leveraging brilliant minds and harnessing resources to ignite and spur discovery, develop next-generation therapeutics and life-saving treatments, improve patient outcomes, expand world-class care and advance 21st-century medical education,” said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General. “This recognition is a testament to the meaningful progress we have made to drive innovation in care delivery, leading-edge research, and academic training.”
According to Becker’s, Tampa General’s inclusion on the list underscores the academic health system’s commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, innovation efforts, research, education, and patient satisfaction. Hospitals on the list are leaders who contribute to breakthroughs and discoveries that impact the future of medicine, benefitting both the communities they serve and the health care field as a whole.
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AMA: SCOTUS AFFIRMATIVE ACTION RULING “BAD FOR HEALTH CARE, BAD FOR MEDICINE, AND UNDERMINES THE HEALTH OF OUR NATION”
“Today’s decision by the U.S. Supreme Court undermines decades of progress centered on the educational value of diversity, and will reverse gains made in the battle against health inequities. This ruling restricts medical schools from considering race and ethnicity among the multiple factors in admissions policies and will translate into a less diverse physician workforce. Diversity is vital to health care, and this court ruling deals a serious blow to our goal of increasing medical career opportunities for historically marginalized and minoritized people.
“While our country grows more diverse, historically marginalized communities have been left behind on nearly every health indicator. A physician workforce that reflects the diversity of the nation is key to eliminating racial inequities. There is convincing evidence that racially diverse care teams produce measurably positive health outcomes for patients in historically marginalized populations. The goal is not racially segregated care, but rather a health care workforce in which racial and ethnic representation is a more common aspect of care teams.
“Recently established AMA policy reinforces our stance that medical schools must continue to make progress toward enrolling talented and highly qualified medical students in racial and ethnic groups that have been traditionally underrepresented in medicine. Eliminating health inequity requires more commitment to, investment in and support for Black, Latinx and Native American and Indigenous communities, and LGBTQ+ people. Yet, today’s ruling undermines policy that was producing positive results and improving the health of our patients, as well as making all physicians better practitioners. This ruling is bad for health care, bad for medicine, and undermines the health of our nation.”
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SCIENTISTS DISCOVER CLUES TO AGING AND HEALING FROM A SQUISHY SEA CREATURE
A relative of jellyfish and corals regrows its entire body with help from “aging” cells.
Insights into healing and aging were discovered by National Institutes of Health researchers and their collaborators, who studied how a tiny sea creature regenerates an entire new body from only its mouth. The researchers sequenced RNA from Hydractinia symbiolongicarpus, a small, tube-shaped animal that lives on the shells of hermit crabs. Just as the Hydractinia were beginning to regenerate new bodies, the researchers detected a molecular signature associated with the biological process of aging, also known as senescence. According to the study published in Cell Reports, Hydractinia demonstrates that the fundamental biological processes of healing and aging are intertwined, providing new perspective on how aging evolved.
“Studies like this that explore the biology of unusual organisms reveal both how universal many biological processes are and how much we have yet to understand about their functions, relationships and evolution,” said Charles Rotimi, Ph.D., director of the Intramural Research Program at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of NIH. “Such findings have great potential for providing novel insights into human biology.”
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Overview: The primary care practitioner has the special and important responsibility to diagnose and manage patients with every category of ailment, injury and disease. This symposium will provide practical, evidence-based strategies to strengthen healthcare competencies. Expert faculty will explain recent advances in diagnosis, management and treatment and address compelling issues as they relate to sleep disorders, diabetes treatment, stroke, pain management, chronic kidney disease, human trafficking and orthopedic examinations in the primary care setting.
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TRULIEVE COMMEMORATES MARYLAND RECREATIONAL LAUNCH WITH FIRST ONLINE ORDER
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., July 1, 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 it commemorated Maryland’s recreational cannabis launch by registering its first online order that will be picked up at the Rockville location which opens at 8AM today.
“We are thrilled to launch recreational sales and see Marylanders immediately taking advantage of the freedom to use cannabis for personal consumption,” said Trulieve’s Chief Executive Officer Kim Rivers. “We appreciate all the support, particularly from our medical patients who have been with us since we entered the state in 2017, and have a great celebration lined up where we look forward to serving adult use customers across the state.”
Our first customer, Jacquie Cohen Roth, purchased Trulieve’s own brands Roll One flower and Sweet Talk edibles in her online order.
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CRESCO LABS AND COLUMBIA CARE PROVIDE UPDATE ON TRANSACTION
CHICAGO — Cresco Labs (CSE:CL) (OTCQX:CRLBF) (“Cresco” or “the Company), and Columbia Care (NEO:CCHW) (CSE:CCHW) (OTCQX:CCHWF) (“Columbia Care”), today announced that they will not be able to complete the divestitures necessary to secure all necessary regulatory approvals to close the pending transaction by the outside date of June 30, 2023 that is specified in the arrangement agreement dated March 23, 2022 and amended on February 27, 2023. At this stage, Cresco and Columbia Care are working amicably with respect to the next steps in relation to the transaction and will provide further updates in the near future.
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Patients Added Last Week: 1631
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Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 3,500,670 Amount of Marijuana in a Form for Smoking (oz) 110,771.191 Approved Dispensing Locations: 579 Added Last Week: 1
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