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A Historic 15-Year Streak: Memorial Reduces Tax Rate Again While Expanding Care
September 25, 2025 – In a continued demonstration of strong fiscal responsibility and commitment to the community, the South Broward Hospital District Board of Commissioners has unanimously approved a new millage rate of 0.0805, the lowest in the district’s recorded history. This marks the 15th consecutive year the rate has been reduced.
“Reducing the millage rate reflects our commitment to the community,” said Elizabeth Justen, chair of the South Broward Hospital District Board of Commissioners. “Thanks to Memorial’s strong financial position, we are able to ease the burden on taxpayers while continuing to deliver the exceptional care Memorial is known for.”
Despite ongoing challenges across the healthcare industry and rising operational costs, Memorial Healthcare System’s exceptional financial management has made this historic reduction possible. The newly approved rate represents nearly a 7.4% decrease from last year’s rate of 0.0869.
“This milestone is a testament to our Board, disciplined management and the dedication of our entire Memorial team,” said Shane Strum, Interim CEO of Memorial Healthcare System. “We’re delivering world-class care, expanding access, all while continuing to focus on innovation, efficiency and putting patients first.”
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HCA Florida Mercy Hospital Expands Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility with $14.8 Million Investment
Expansion adds 10 private suites to meet rising demand for acute inpatient rehabilitation in South Florida
Oct. 2, 2025 — HCA Florida Mercy Hospital has completed a $14.8 million expansion of its Inpatient Rehabilitation Center, adding 10 new private suites for a total of 35 private rooms. The project directly responds to the community’s growing need for acute inpatient rehabilitation services, which help patients recover strength, mobility, and independence following stroke, major surgery, illness, or accidents.
“This expansion reflects our commitment to meet our community’s needs with the highest level of rehabilitation services,” said Allyssa Tobitt, chief executive officer of HCA Florida Mercy Hospital. “Our goal is to help patients rebuild strength, restore independence, and reclaim their quality of life—close to home.”
Meeting the Demand for Comprehensive Recovery
HCA Florida Mercy Hospital’s rehabilitation program serves patients facing a wide range of health challenges.
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Holy Cross Health Names Pharmacist Richard Wong the Colleague of the Month for September 2025
October 2, 2025 – Coral Springs resident Richard Wong, PharmD, BCNSP, BCPS has been recognized as Holy Cross Health’s Colleague of the Month for September 2025. As a clinical pharmacist in the critical care setting, Wong optimizes medication use, prevents adverse drug events, and ensures patients receive the most effective and safe medication therapies for their conditions.
A highly skilled pharmacist, Wong carefully reviews patient profiles to identify and prevent potential drug interactions and side effects. He also monitors medication regimens and collaborates with healthcare providers, educating nurses and residents about medications to make sure they understand treatment plans, potential side effects and the importance of adhering to drug administration instructions.
Wong stays up to date with the latest advancements in pharmacotherapy and applies evidence-based practices in his daily work. He is well rounded in his clinical knowledge, always attentive, and participates in the morning intensivist rounds and multi-disciplinary rounds three times a week.
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Delia Constanza Guaqueta, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute as a Breast Hematologist Oncologist
October 1, 2025 –Hematologist oncologist Delia Constanza Guaqueta, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute. She specializes in the treatment of breast cancer at every stage of a patient’s medical journey, from diagnosis through treatment and into remission. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine and medical oncology.
Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. Guaqueta was a breast medical oncologist at Memorial Cancer Institute, part of Memorial Healthcare System. She served as the medical director of Breast Cancer Research and as a member of various leadership committees within the Institute.
“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Guaqueta to our highly skilled team of cancer care specialists dedicated to providing the highest quality care,” said Leonard Kalman, M.D., executive deputy medical director and chief medical officer at Miami Cancer Institute.
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Nicanda Gordon, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Primary Care as a Family Medicine Physician
October 2, 2025 – Family medicine physician Nicanda Gordon, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care. He provides comprehensive healthcare to patients, serving as the primary point of contact for their healthcare needs. He specializes in preventive care and lifestyle medicine and treats a wide range of chronic health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart failure, obesity, COPD, sickle cell, asthma and osteoarthritis as well as issues related to sexual health and smoking cessation.
“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Gordon to our highly skilled team of medical professionals, dedicated to providing the highest quality care to our patients,” said Marcella Gravalese, MBA-HSA, vice president of Baptist Health Medical Group North.
Dr. Gordon earned his medical degree at the University of the West Indies School of Medicine in Jamaica. He completed a family medicine residency at Community Health of South Florida with rotations at Jackson Health System in Miami.
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Memorial Hospital Miramar Earns Prestigious CMS 5-Star Quality Rating
Oct. 3, 2025 – Memorial Hospital Miramar is proud to share that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has awarded the Miramar-based hospital its highest 5-star rating, making it just one of three in all of South Florida and the only in Broward County to receive this prestigious distinction.
This national recognition highlights Memorial Miramar’s exceptional performance in patient safety, outcomes, experience and quality of care and is a direct reflection of the tireless commitment, compassion and professionalism shown by our entire team.
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Florida Blue has Taken Memorial Healthcare System Out of its Provider Network: Here’s What You Should Know
BY: Holly L. Neville, MD
October 2, 2025- As a physician and surgeon at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, I often see kids and families in crisis. Regardless of severity, having an ill child, or one who may need surgery or hospital admission, is incredibly stressful for the entire family. This is especially evident at a facility like Joe DiMaggio where we provide complex medical care to the sickest children in the community. Our focus is always on minimizing suffering and getting kids back to good health, school, and the activities they enjoy, and our record of quality, safety, and outcomes shows we do it extremely well.
Today, a new kind of pain is impacting patients and families at the children’s hospital and throughout Memorial Healthcare System that’s beyond a doctor’s clinical abilities to remedy. It’s the anxiety and dread that comes with having the doctors you know and trust no longer available for your family’s care, the result of Florida Blue’s decision to remove Memorial’s in-network status from the health insurance it provides, and it’s something your friends, neighbors, or maybe even your own family is experiencing right now.
REAL CONSEQUENCES
The choice by Florida Blue places patients at risk of higher costs, disrupted care, and leave families facing an impossible decision: either self-pay the increased costs to stay with the providers that know them best, or start over, often in the middle of a treatment regimen, with a new medical team in a different healthcare system that may require significant travel to access a lesser level of care. All because Florida Blue refuses to provide market-based reimbursement for the services we deliver, an action that prioritizes profits over patients and removes the easy access to care our community depends on.
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Tampa General Hospital Cancer Institute I Cancer Center of South Florida Welcomes Genitourinary Oncologist Dr. Adam J. Kotkiewicz
Specializing in genitourinary cancers and blood disorders, Dr. Kotkiewicz joins
Tampa General’s nationally ranked team in the Palm Beaches and on the Treasure Coast.
October 2, 2025 – Tampa General Hospital (TGH) Cancer Institute | Cancer Center of South Florida (CCSF) welcomes board-certified medical oncologist Dr. Adam J. Kotkiewicz to its practice, effective October 1. He specializes in treating patients with prostate, bladder, kidney, testicular, ureter, and penile cancers. He also practices benign hematology – the diagnosis and management of noncancerous blood disorders.
Kotkiewicz earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, PA, and his fellowship in hematology and oncology at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA. Kotkiewicz most recently practiced with Martin Health Physicians Group, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Jupiter Medical Center, and Lehigh Valley Physicians Group, Lehigh Valley Hospital.
“It’s a privilege to join a nationally respected team of cancer specialists known for their innovation, collaboration, and steadfast commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care,” Kotkiewicz said.
“Adam has many years of experience treating patients in both Palm Beach and Martin counties. He will be a tremendous addition to our expanding practice as we continue to bring revolutionary cancer care to patients across the Palm Beaches and on the Treasure Coast,” said Dr. Abraham Schwarzberg, executive vice president, chief of oncology at Tampa General Hospital and TGH Cancer Institute | CCSF, president, Tampa General Provider Network and co-vice president, clinical and translational research, TGH | USF Health Office of Clinical Research.
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Good Samaritan Medical Center Offers Advanced Treatment for Radiation Fibrosis
October 2, 2025 – Good Samaritan Medical Center now offers advanced treatment for radiation fibrosis, a serious long-term complication of cancer therapy that can greatly impact a patient’s quality of life.
Radiation therapy is an effective treatment for many cancers, but it can sometimes cause the body’s tissue to become scarred, stiff, and less functional over time, a condition known as radiation fibrosis. For patients treated in the head and neck area, this can mean difficulty with swallowing, eating or even opening the jaw.
“Radiation fibrosis is a challenging condition that can affect mobility, comfort, and everyday life for cancer survivors,” said Dr. Anastasia Quimby, head and neck oncology and microvascular reconstruction surgeon at Good Samaritan Medical Center. “At Good Samaritan, we’re using innovative approaches such as NanoFat Therapy to actively reverse tissue damage, restore function, and improve long-term outcomes for our patients.”
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Jupiter Medical Center Designated as Age-Friendly Health System
National recognition for commitment to care of older Adults
September 29, 2025 — Jupiter Medical Center (JMC), the region’s leading independent, not-for-profit hospital, is pleased to announce its designation as an Age-Friendly Health System, joining the national movement to improve care for older adults through evidence-based practices and compassionate, personalized service.
This recognition, awarded by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI), in partnership with The John A. Hartford Foundation, the American Hospital Association, and the Catholic Health Association, affirms JMC’s commitment to implementing the 4Ms Framework—What Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility—in every interaction with older patients.
“Jupiter Medical Center’s designation as an ‘Age-Friendly Health System’ reflects our commitment to delivering exceptional care to every patient, at every stage of life,” said Amit Rastogi, MD, MHCM, President and CEO of Jupiter Medical Center. “By embracing the 4Ms, we ensure that older adult patients receive care that is clinically sound as well as deeply respectful of their values and goals. It’s a testament to our team’s dedication to excellence and innovation in patient-centered care.”
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Palm Beach Health Network Commemorates Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Expanded Mammogram Hours, Events
October 2, 2025 – October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Palm Beach Health Network (PBHN) is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to women across our community. With early detection as your best chance at a good outcome, Palm Beach Health Network has four convenient locations for mammograms. We are committed to ensuring that every woman has access to vital breast health services.
Our mammogram locations include:
Imaging Center Good Samaritan Medical Center
1311 N. Flagler Drive Suite 1000, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Imaging Center Palm Beach Gardens
2529 Burns Rd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Imaging Center Royal Palm Beach
440 N State Rd. 7, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Imaging Center Palm Court (Near Delray Medical Center)
5130 Linton Blvd., Suite i-1, Delray Beach, FL 33484
Comprehensive Breast Center at Good Samaritan Medical Center
1309 N. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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LeadingAge Southeast Celebrates Members Recognized with Governor’s Gold Seal Award for Excellence in Long-Term Care
October 2, 2025- LeadingAge Southeast proudly announces that 16 nursing homes across Florida have been awarded the prestigious Governor’s Gold Seal Award, recognizing sustained excellence in long-term care. Of these honorees, 14 are members of LeadingAge Southeast, underscoring the association’s leadership in advancing quality, innovation, and compassionate care for older adults.
“LeadingAge Southeast members have once again demonstrated their unwavering commitment to excellence in long-term care,” said Steve Bahmer, President & CEO of LeadingAge Southeast. “These communities represent the very best of our field – providing care that is compassionate, innovative, and deeply centered on the dignity and well-being of older adults. We are proud to celebrate their achievement and the positive impact they make every day in the lives of residents and families.”
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Barry University Celebrates Milestone Realignment of its College of Health Professions and Medical Sciences
The university added three new deans and signed landmark healthcare partnerships to address South Florida’s healthcare professional shortages.
Torres, CEO of Larkin Health System; David Rogers, president of Independent Living Systems; and Pablo Ortiz, provost of Barry University, at Barry University’s press conference on Sept. 30, 2025, in Miami Shores, Fla.
Oct. 2, 2025 – Barry University announced at a press conference on Tuesday, the largest realignment of its College of Health Professions and Medical Sciences in more than a decade. The university introduced three new deans to lead its schools of Nursing, Podiatric Medicine, and Mental Health and Social Work, and unveiled strategic partnership agreements with Larkin Health and Independent Living Systems.
These announcements underscore the university’s commitment to prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals and address South Florida’s growing shortage of physicians, nurses, and mental health providers.
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New chief financial officer announced at HCA Florida Northside Hospital
HCA Florida Healthcare has promoted Luis Vazquez to CFO at Northside Hospital, coming from his previous role in Miami.
September 30, 2025 – HCA Florida Northside Hospital announces Luis Vazquez has been named chief financial officer (CFO), effective immediately.
Vazquez brings more than a decade of progressive financial leadership experience in healthcare to his new role. He most recently served as assistant CFO at HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, a 424-bed tertiary care facility and Level I Trauma Center in Miami. He managed multiple departments there and helped drive growth and expanded care to the community.
“Luis brings an incredible energy that will resonate with our team and the community,” said Phil Marchesini, chief executive officer of Northside Hospital. “His financial expertise will position us to continue making strategic investments in care that directly benefit the Pinellas County community.”
Vazquez has also held financial leadership roles at Broward Health and Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.
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NCH Opening Gynecologic Oncology Clinic for Women in Southwest Florida
October 2, 2025 – Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) is launching NCH Southwest Florida Gynecologic Oncology, a new specialty service focused on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancers of the female reproductive system. The program opened Oct. 1, 2025, bringing advanced cancer care closer to home for women in the region.
The service is led by gynecologic oncologists Edward Grendys, MD, and John McBroom, MD, who bring more than 55 years of combined clinical experience. Both are national faculty members and recognized leaders in minimally invasive robotic surgery and HIPEC (heated intraperitoneal chemotherapy perfusion). They are also active in clinical trials that expand access for women, introducing them to new therapies.
Dr. Grendys, faculty appointed at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, has more than 30 years of experience in gynecologic oncology. He previously trained fellows at the National Cancer Institute – Moffitt Cancer and Research Center in Tampa and has practiced in Southwest Florida for many years.
Dr. McBroom, a faculty member at George Washington University, is board-certified in obstetrics / gynecology and gynecologic oncology. Fellowship-trained at the National Cancer Institute and Walter Reed Army Medical Center, he is a former Army physician who performed the first robotic HIPEC procedure in Georgia.
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“Hopetober” Supports Breast Cancer Patients at Lee Health Cancer Institute
Replacing Fear with Hope During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 1, 2025 – October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and at Lee Health Cancer Institute, Hopetober raises awareness and support for breast cancer patients and their families.
Breast cancer remains the most diagnosed cancer among women, impacting 1 in 8 during their lifetime. When these women begin their fight against cancer, they often face battles beyond the cancer itself from the emotional toll to financial strains. Each year, hundreds of patients in Southwest Florida turn to Lee Health for exceptional care, advanced treatments, and critical support services. Donations help provide access to breakthrough technology and treatments, comprehensive support services, and financial assistance.
“Hopetober is about more than pink ribbons. It’s about ensuring our patients receive the best care close to home,” said Patti Chlipala, senior director of development at Lee Health Foundation. “We cannot do this without the generosity of our community. Every gift makes an immediate impact for families fighting breast cancer right here in Southwest Florida.”
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Education Foundation Retains Gabby Rothman to Lead Development
Rothman offers community leadership and business strategies to the growing Foundation
OCOTBER 2, 2025- PORT ST LUCIE, FLORIDA: The Education Foundation of St. Lucie County has retained area business leader Gabby Rothman as its contracted Business Development Executive in response to an exponential increase in growth in St. Lucie County. Rothman, founder and principal of G-Force Strategies, brings decades of public service, marketing expertise, and community engagement experience to help drive the Foundation’s continued growth alongside the A-rated school district.
“Growth in our county, coupled with our District’s A rating have provided us with incredible opportunities to get our message out in St. Lucie County” said Thom Jones, Foundation president. “Gabby’s connections, business acumen, and ability to build lasting partnerships make her an incredible asset. She will help us expand our mission of connecting the community to classrooms and ensuring no one is left behind in advancing public education. We don’t want to leave anyone out in our pursuit of enhancing public education in our District.” Jones further added.
Rothman, a long-time St. Lucie County resident, is eager to begin. “I’m hitting the ground running because I deeply believe in St. Lucie County, public education, and most importantly, children,” Ms. Rothman said. “This is where my family and I are proud to call our home, and I want to ensure every business, civic partner, and education-focused organization knows about the incredible work happening here at the Foundation. Together, we can give teachers and classrooms the resources they need not only to succeed, but to thrive and excel.”
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Renowned Psychologist and Former APA President to Deliver Albizu University Commencement Keynote
October 2, 2025 — Albizu University proudly announces that Jennifer F. Kelly, PhD, ABPP — an internationally recognized psychologist and past president of the American Psychological Association — will deliver the keynote address at the university’s commencement ceremony on October 10 at the James L. Knight Center in Miami.
Dr. Kelly is distinguished for her leadership in advancing psychology’s role in health equity, a priority she championed during her presidency of the APA in 2021. Board Certified in clinical health psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology, she has authored numerous articles on chronic medical conditions, pain management, and the integration of psychology into healthcare. Her work has been especially relevant since the COVID-19 pandemic magnified disparities in access to mental health services across racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups.
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Premier Mobile Health Services to offer Mobile Medical Clinic stops in October
Oct. 2, 2025 – Premier Mobile Health Services, a nonprofit health clinic that brings essential medical care to those in need across Southwest Florida, has announced its Mobile Medical Clinic schedule for the month of October.
Premier Mobile Health Services provides quality health care services to the medically vulnerable and those most at risk of developing and experiencing long-term illnesses and hospitalization.
Services include early-detection health screenings, blood pressure and diabetes checks, drug screenings, basic metabolic profiles, nutrition counseling, basic vaccinations, health education, school and sports physicals for children, as well as acute and chronic disease management.
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Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Heart Institute, ranked #1 in South Florida for Pediatric Cardiology & Heart Surgery by U.S. News & World Report, proudly welcomes Dr. David Kalfa, a world-renowned leader in heart care.
Dr. David Kalfa, chief of Cardiovascular Surgery and professor of surgery and pediatrics at FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, brings advanced minimally invasive techniques that help kids heal faster and live brighter lives.
He joins Dr. Shyam Sathanandam, chief of Cardiovascular Medicine, a pioneer in interventional cardiology who has developed life-saving treatments for children once considered untreatable.
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Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care to Host 2025 Miami Neuroscience Symposium
October 1, 2025 – Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute will host the 2025 Miami Neuroscience Symposium on November 6-7, 2025, at the Hilton Miami Downtown in Miami, Florida. The symposium will bring together national and international leaders in neurology, neurosurgery, neurocritical care, and rehabilitation medicine to explore cutting-edge developments in the diagnosis and treatment of complex neurological disorders.
“This symposium provides a unique opportunity for healthcare professionals to engage with thought leaders across the neurosciences,” said Michael W McDermott, M.D., Chief Medical Executive and Irma and Kalman Bass Endowed Chair in Clinical Neuroscience at Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute, as well as co-director of the symposium. “We’re focused on delivering practical, evidence-based updates that clinicians can apply immediately in their practice, especially in high-stakes areas like stroke care, neurotrauma, epilepsy, and neurodegeneration.”
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Oct. 2, 2025 – Three beachgoers performed CPR this year on a man who collapsed on Peanut Island. A mom saved her then-six-year-old son’s life when a baseball stopped his heart in West Palm Beach last year. Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie counties are filled with heroes who jump from bystander to lifesaver in cardiac emergencies. Nominations are open now for the 2025 Lifesaver Award to celebrate one of those local heroes.
“CPR can save a life, and we know that more than half of U.S. adults don’t feel confident in their ability to perform it in an emergency,” said Stacey Comerford, executive director of the American Heart Association Palm Beach County. “Sharing stories of local lifesavers through this award, along with offering CPR demos at workplaces and at the Heart Walk, are a few ways that we can help everyone build that confidence.”
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