Blanca Commercial Real Estate Promotes Christie Grays Chambers to Lead Growing Healthcare Practice
Chambers Expands Blanca CRE’s Healthcare Leasing Portfolio to 1.6 Million Square Feet Across Miami-Dade and Broward Counties
August 27, 2024 – Blanca Commercial Real Estate is proud to announce the promotion of Christie Grays Chambers to Vice President, Lead of Healthcare Practice and Lead of Culture and Inclusion. With over 25 years of experience in commercial real estate and healthcare, Chambers has been instrumental in expanding Blanca CRE’s healthcare leasing portfolio by 1M square feet since joining the firm in 2021.
Under Chambers’ leadership, the firm’s healthcare portfolio has grown from one client with five medical office buildings to nine clients with 25 medical office buildings, totaling 1.6 million square feet across Miami-Dade and Broward counties. In her three years at Blanca CRE, Chambers has successfully negotiated numerous new lease agreements with hospital systems, healthcare practices and independent physicians. Additionally, she has played a pivotal role in renewing a significant percentage of existing tenants, leading to improved occupancy across the firm’s client assets.
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| Baptist Health Announces Jenny R. Waltzer as Chief Operating Officer of Baptist Health Cancer Care
August 26, 2024 — Baptist Health is proud to announce the appointment of Jenny R. Waltzer as chief operating officer of Baptist Health Cancer Care, comprised of both Miami Cancer Institute and The Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute. Effective immediately, Ms. Waltzer brings over 17 years of experience in oncology and healthcare administration, most recently serving as vice president, Hematology and Oncology, Infusion and Surgical Oncology Service Line at The Mount Sinai Health System in New York.
“We are thrilled to welcome Jenny R. Waltzer to Baptist Health and sunny South Florida,” shared Dr. Michael Zinner, CEO and Executive Medical Director of Miami Cancer Institute and Baptist Health Cancer Care. “Her extensive experience in oncology services and proven track record of operational excellence will be invaluable as we continue to provide world-class care to our patients at both Institutes.”
Throughout her impressive career at Mount Sinai, Waltzer demonstrated exceptional leadership in overseeing the surgical services, infusion and other oncology services across the system’s eight hospitals.
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NHL Forward Vladimir Tarasenko Celebrates with Pediatric Patients and Broward Health Staff, Donating $10,000
AUGUST 27, 2024- THE STANLEY CUP MADE A HUGE SURPRISE VISIT TO BROWARD HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER — THANKS TO 2024 STANLEY CUP CHAMPION VLADIMIR TARASENKO AND HIS FAMILY.
THE TARASENKOS WERE WARMLY WELCOMED BY BROWARD HEALTH EMPLOYEES WHO CHEERED THEM ON AS THEY ENTERED THE HOSPITAL.
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VLADIMIR FIRST VISITED PEDIATRIC PATIENTS FOR SOME FUN ACTIVITIES, WHO ENJOYED AUTOGRAPH SIGNINGS, COLORING AND TAKING PLENTY OF PHOTOS WITH THE CUP… EVEN GETTING TO LIFT IT UP HIGH FOR EVERYONE TO SEE.
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Wellington Regional Medical Center Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Treatment of Heart Attack Patients
American College of Cardiology NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award recognizes sustained, high level performance in quality of care
August 27, 2024 – Wellington Regional Medical Center has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2024. Wellington Regional Medical Center is one of only 259 hospitals nationwide to receive the honor.
The award recognizes Wellington Regional Medical Center’s commitment and success in implementing a higher standard of care for heart attack patients and signifies that Wellington Regional Medical Center has reached an aggressive goal of treating these patients to standard levels of care as outlined by the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association clinical guidelines and recommendations.
To receive the Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award, [HOSPITAL NAME] has demonstrated sustained achievement in the Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry for two consecutive years (2022 and 2023) and performed at the highest level for specific performance measures. Full participation in the registry engages hospitals in a robust quality improvement process using data to drive improvements in adherence to guideline recommendations and overall quality of care provided to heart attack patients.
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Tampa General Hospital and USF Health Enter New Era of Academic Medicine with Increased Investments, Greater Integration, More Exceptional Care
Tampa General and University of South Florida Announce Agreement to Strengthen Affiliation, with Greater Investments in Talent, GME Programs, Academics and Research.
August 27, 2024 – Tampa General Hospital (TGH) and the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine (USF Health) at the University of South Florida (USF) announced today a historic investment in academic medicine, strengthening integration across the two organizations and deepening their commitment to excellence in quality health care. Tampa General will direct more than $162 million in 2025 to USF Health, roughly $100 million more than what TGH invested in its university affiliate just over 5 years ago. The extraordinary investment supports a shared vision between the two affiliated organizations to increase integration, recruit best-in-class providers and advance research initiatives while continuing to grow the region’s economy and create jobs.
“Through our collaborative efforts at Tampa General and USF Health, we are transforming the health care landscape. Together, we have expanded our world-class teams, launched new cutting-edge initiatives, adopted innovative technologies and disrupted old care delivery models,” said John Couris, president and CEO and Tampa General Hospital. “We’re setting the standard for the future of health care, and now is the time to strengthen our investments and integrations across the academic health system so that we can have an even more meaningful impact on our patients and the health care industry across our state and the country.”
“The University of South Florida’s long-standing partnership with Tampa General Hospital has provided significant benefits to our students and our region, and today’s approval propels us even further along in our collaboration,” said USF President Rhea Law. “At the core of this agreement lies our commitment to delivering world-class patient care, expanding our state’s health care workforce and advancing research — three goals that play a vital role in the future of our university and our communities.”
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Local Business Leader Returns To Chair Lung Association’s Leadership Board
Hernan Millan, of Amerant Bank, will drive the Lung Association’s efforts to improve lung health and prevent lung disease in Florida and beyond
August 28, 2024 – Today, the American Lung Association in Florida named Hernan Millan Chair of the South Florida Leadership Board. Millan, who has been involved with the Lung Association for more than a decade, previously served as chair from 2019 to 2021. The Amerant Bank executive takes the helm from Mark Hauser, MD. As chair, Millan will continue driving the Lung Association’s lifesaving efforts, advocating for lung health and increasing resources to fund programs and services.
“I’d like to thank my fellow board members for entrusting me with this position once again—it is an honor,” said Millan. “I am committed to serving our communities and am energized by this new opportunity to further our mission of creating a world free of lung cancer and lung disease.”
Millan is a leader with nearly two decades of experience in South Florida’s banking industry. He currently serves as First Vice President, Business Liaison Leader at Amerant Bank. He holds a law degree and a master’s in international economics business law. Additionally, he attended the Pacific Coast Banking School in Seattle, Washington with a focus on management of financial institutions and studied credit analysis and financial accounting with The Risk Management Association.
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Wellington Regional Medical Center awarded Total Hip & Knee Accreditation from The Joint Commission
August 26, 2024 – Wellington Regional Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Total Hip & Knee Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a health care organization’s commitment to providing safe and quality patient care.
Wellington Regional Medical Center underwent a rigorous, unannounced onsite review. During the visit, a team of Joint Commission reviewers evaluated compliance with Total Hip & Knee standards spanning several areas including emergency management, environment of care, infection prevention and control, leadership, medication management, and rights and responsibilities of the individual.
The Joint Commission’s standards are developed in consultation with health care experts and providers, measurement experts and patients. They are informed by scientific literature and expert consensus to help health care organizations measure, assess and improve performance. The surveyors also conducted onsite observations and interviews.
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Mourad Abouelleil, MD, Joins Palm Beach Health Network Physician Group
August 26, 2024 – Board-certified urologist Mourad Abouelleil, MD, joins the Palm Beach Health Network urology team. He is a member of the medical staff at both Good Samaritan Medical Center in West Palm Beach and Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center.
Dr. Abouelleil specializes in performing the following urological procedures: UroLift, transurethral resection of the prostate, robotic radical or partial nephrectomy, transurethral resection of bladder tumors, orchiectomy/scrotal surgery, prostate biopsy, high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) prostate cancer ablation, robotic radical prostatectomy, lithotripsy, robotic, radical and partial nephrectomy, and percutaneous nephrolithotomy.
He also treats such conditions as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), bladder cancer, kidney cancer, prostate cancer, testicle cancer, hematuria, hydrocele, hydronephrosis, hypogonadism, and kidney stones.
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Florida Blue Foundation awards $2.4 million in grant funding to seven organizations to support mental well-being initiatives
The latest announcement brings the total investment in mental well-being support to $18.9 million over the last five years
MIAMI, Fla. Aug. 26, 2024 – Florida Blue Foundation, the philanthropic affiliate of the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield plan, is pleased to announce $2.4 million in funding to seven nonprofit organizations across the state to help increase access to mental well-being services and support.
The grants will assist nonprofits with programs aimed at:
Addressing youth mental health challenges; and/or
Increasing the pipeline of mental health professionals
The big picture: The alarming rise in mental health disorders in recent years underscores the need to expand access to mental health resources and support, which can have a transformative impact on overall health and well-being.
“At Florida Blue, we believe there is no health without mental health, and we’re supporting solutions that help individuals and families thrive,” said Pat Geraghty, President and CEO of Florida Blue. “These grants will help address critical gaps in mental health services, particularly for youth and communities that are under resourced. We’re proud to partner with these outstanding organizations to make a meaningful difference.”
Geraghty made the announcement in Central Florida at Special Hearts Farm, one of the seven nonprofits receiving a grant from the Florida Blue Foundation.
“We’re thrilled to support these seven organizations that are dedicated to improving mental well-being in Florida,” said Susan Towler, Executive Director of the Florida Blue Foundation. “By providing funding for proven programs and approaches, we ensure more individuals and families have the tools they need to prioritize their mental health.”
The nonprofit organizations selected for 2024 grants serve primarily underserved, underinsured, and low-income individuals from rural communities.
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Therapy dogs bring joy to staff at HCA Florida Highlands Hospital during quarterly training
August 26, 2024 – HCA Florida Highlands Hospital, a 126-bed facility, and part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the largest healthcare system in the state, recently partnered with Highlands County Sheriff’s Office to host a therapy dog training at the facility. Therapy dogs and their sheriff’s office K-9 teams from counties across the state of Florida gather on a quarterly basis to stay up-to-date on their ‘Paws and Stripes’ certification, run by the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office. This particular get-together included 15 therapy dogs.
“Today we focused on hospital familiarization, so that’s different sights and sounds, and it’s preparing the teams to help victims should they come here on a call,” said Liz Fischer, therapy dog handler at Highlands County Sheriff’s Office. “It’s acclimating dogs to different exposures and experiences.”
Kimberly Goddard, the manager of the medical/surgical/telemetry/orthopedics unit at HCA Florida Highlands Hospital, was the main facilitator of bringing the dogs to the facility. She had often encountered Liz in her previous unit, the emergency room, and once asked if the dogs could come to the hospital.
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Premier Eye Care Welcomes Dr. Candace Ellis to Leadership Team
August 26, 2024 — Premier Eye Care, a Health Network One company, is pleased to announce the addition of Candace Ellis, O.D., FAAO, to its growing clinical leadership team. Dr. Ellis joins Health Network One with a wealth of experience in ocular disease management, further enhancing the company’s commitment to managed eye care services as it expands across the U.S.
“We are thrilled to have Dr. Ellis join our team,” said Health Network One’s Eye Care Division President Lorna Taylor. “Her dedication to patient-centered care and her broad range of clinical expertise make her an invaluable asset as we continue to expand our services and uphold the highest standards of eye care.”
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NCH Advocates for Fair Reimbursement & Patient Access to Local Care in Florida Blue Negotiation
Naples, FL., August 27, 2024 Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) continues to proactively negotiate with Florida Blue Cross Blue Shield (Florida Blue) in an effort to come to a resolution regarding contract terms with the insurance company. Following on-going financial challenges stemming from inflation and external economic factors, the system is seeking fair payment from the insurance company to cover the rising cost of patient care and preserve local access to doctors and vital services for families across Southwest Florida.
Florida Blue is the third most profitable Blue Cross program in the nation yet pays NCH a lower rate than other insurers that the community hospital is contracted with, meaning NCH is reimbursed less than other hospitals in the region for the exact same services, even though the cost to provide patient care is similar. NCH is asking Florida Blue to be accountable partners and pay fair rates that keep pace with inflation and prioritize the best interests of patients.
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Brandon Hospital adds ECHO’s Closet to provide access to clothing
Clothing essentials will be accessible for men, women and pediatric patients in need.
AUGUST 22, 2024- HCA Florida Brandon Hospital has partnered with Emergency Care Help Organization (ECHO) to provide clothing essentials to patients in need. They may have had their clothing damaged in emergency care, homeless and/or need support from the community.
Brandon Hospital has ECHO’s Closet now located in the emergency department. It provides clothing of all sizes for men, women and children.
“At ECHO, we are bridging the gap between crisis and stability every day. Creating a patient clothing closet at Brandon Hospital is simply one more way for ECHO to show the community our heart. We feel grateful that Brandon Hospital has joined our cause to give patients access to much needed clothing. After emergency care, people face many challenges to recover and return to their daily lives. We feel that we have a partner in Brandon Hospital in this process,” said Annmarie Macaluso, ECHO Store Manager.
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Molina Healthcare of Florida Helps Dade County Families Get Ready for the First Day of School
August 26, 2024 – Molina Healthcare of Florida employees worked together with Borinquen Medical Centers help South Floridians get ready for school. Borinquen’s pediatric centers were busy with families in need of well-child visits, school physicals and vaccines before the start of classes.
Molina donated back-to-school bags for its members visiting the centers. Each bag contained pencils, erasers, notepads, lunch bags, first aid kids and water bottle.
“We truly appreciate the support Molina was able to provide to us and the patients we serve,” said a representative from Borinquen Medical Centers. “Participants across all sites were ecstatic to receive back-to-school materials.
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New America’s Health Rankings data brief highlights maternal and infant health disparities
Healthy women and children are the foundation of communities across the country; understanding the disparities they face is critical.
August 27, 2024 – The America’s Health Rankings® 2024 Maternal and Infant Health Disparities Data Brief, released by the United Health Foundation, sheds light on the breadth, depth and persistence of disparities, outcomes and drivers of health for the approximately 61 million women of reproductive age (18-44) and 4 million infants in the United States.
This new analysis builds on the 2023 Health of Women and Children Report by analyzing up to five years of data to offer a more detailed look into disparities by race/ethnicity, education and income across 14 measures of maternal and infant health — both at the national level and through State Profiles that offer a localized understanding of where action is needed to address disparities.
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Biden-Harris Administration Awards $100 Million to Navigators Who Will Help Millions of Americans — Especially in Underserved Communities — Sign Up for Health Coverage
Longer grant periods will allow more Navigators to reach consumers where they are, building on the Affordable Care Act’s historic health coverage gains
August 26, 2024 – The Biden-Harris Administration today continued its historic investment in health care coverage and the Affordable Care Act (ACA) by awarding a new round of $100 million to organizations vital to helping underserved communities, consumers, and small businesses find and enroll in quality, affordable health coverage through HealthCare.gov, the Health Insurance Marketplace®. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is awarding the grants, in advance of this year’s Marketplace Open Enrollment (which begins November 1, 2024) to 44 Navigator grantees in states using HealthCare.gov. The grants are part of a commitment of up to $500 million over five years — the longest grant period and financial commitment to date, and a critical boost for recruiting trusted local organizations to better connect with those who often face barriers to obtaining health care coverage.
“The Biden-Harris Administration believes that health care should be a right. We are committed to ensuring that all communities and individuals are connected to affordable, high-quality health coverage. And to help make that possible, we are making the single largest investment ever in the history of the Navigator program,” said HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra. “Under President Biden and Vice President Harris, Navigators have helped educate and enroll millions in quality coverage, contributing to the lowest uninsurance rate in our nation’s history, including record enrollments in communities often left behind. HHS will continue to double down on our efforts so we can reach people where they are, increase coverage, and save lives.
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Appeal: WHO outlines its financial need for mpox response
August 27, 2024 – Following the declaration of a global emergency on 14 August, WHO needs US$ 87.4 million over 6 months, from September 2025 to February 2025, to work with countries, partners and other stakeholders to stop and contain the current outbreak of mpox.
These funds will be used by WHO to implement critical activities outlined in the global strategic preparedness and response plan (SPRP) released yesterday, on 26 August 2024. The SPRP is a comprehensive framework developed by WHO to guide the global response to mpox, emphasizing surveillance, research, equitable access to medical countermeasures, and community empowerment.
The required funds will be used across WHO headquarters, regional and country offices, to enable coordination of the response, provide technical assistance, run operations and deliver medical supplies.
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Low-intensity’ blood stem cell transplants for sickle cell appear safe for lung health
NIH study finds lung function remained stable or improved in adults after transplant.
August 27, 2024 – So-called low-intensity blood stem cell transplants, which use milder conditioning agents than standard stem cell transplants, do not appear to damage the lungs and may help improve lung function in some patients with sickle cell disease (SCD), according to a three-year study of adults who underwent the procedure at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Damage to lung tissue and worsened lung function is a major complication and leading cause of death in people with sickle cell disease, a debilitating blood disorder. The new study, published today in the Annals of the American Thoracic Society, helps answer whether less intensive types of transplants, which tend to be better tolerated by many adults, by themselves either cause or promote further harm to the lungs.
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Florida Blue Foundation Now Accepting Applications for 2024 Maternal Health Grant Funding
August 7, 2024 – The Florida Blue Foundation is now accepting grant applications from Florida-based nonprofit organizations across the state who are dedicated to advancing maternal health.
The Foundation seeks to fund community-inspired, evidence-based, and sustainable initiatives that support innovative and actionable solutions to improve maternal health outcomes, bridge health disparities, and secure equitable access to quality maternal health care services across the state of Florida. The aim is to transform Florida into a state where maternal health is safer, and under-resourced or marginalized communities are supported, embodying a commitment to the health and well-being of all mothers and babies.
If your organization is passionate about creating positive change for mothers and babies in Florida, you are encouraged to apply. Eligible applicants must complete and submit an online application by Thursday, September 12, 2024, 3:00 p.m. (Eastern Time). All applicants will be notified of their status between December 2024 – January 2025.
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Aug. 22, 2024 — Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida, in partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Southwest Florida, offers a free monthly autism spectrum disorder screening for toddlers 18 months to five years of age.
The next screening will be held on Sept. 20, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Pediatric Specialist Office, 15901 Bass Road, Suite 102, Fort Myers.
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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:
•An Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System and Medical Cannabis
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Aug 02 2024- 884,941 Jul 26 2024- 885,196 Jul 19 2024- 884,844
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Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 343,526,510
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 3,114,727
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