JOSEPH MCGINN III, M.D., JOINS BAPTIST HEALTH AS A CARDIOVASCULAR SURGEON
September 7, 2023 – Joseph McGinn III, M.D., joins Baptist Health as a cardiovascular surgeon, specializing in adult cardiac surgery.
“It’s an honor to welcome Dr. McGinn to our Baptist Health team,” said Dr. Marc Gibber, M.D., medical director and chief of cardiothoracic surgery at Bethesda Hospital East. “Dedicated to providing safe, efficacious cardiac procedures, he will offer our patients compassionate care with a focus on creating lifelong partnerships based on shared, informed decision-making.”
Prior to joining Baptist Heath, Dr. McGinn completed his cardiothoracic surgery fellowship at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. He earned his medical degree at The Commonwealth Medical College and completed his general surgery residency at the Hofstra Northwell School of Medicine.
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UNDERSTANDING THE TWO MOST COMMON THYROID DISEASES
Elys Perez, M.D.
Learn About Hyperthyroidism and Hypothyroidism
September 6, 2023 – The thyroid gland may be small, but it is essential to the human body. According to the American Thyroid Association, the hormones produced by the thyroid gland impact the tissues, cells and organs in our body.
The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck that controls many aspects of the body’s metabolism. It produces hormones that regulate the body’s metabolic rate controlling heart, muscle and digestive function, brain development and bone maintenance.
Hyperthyroidism is a condition that occurs when the thyroid gland produces too much hormone. Unexpected weight loss, bouts of energy that eventually lead to fatigue and exhaustion, increased heart rate, hand tremors, and anxiety are some of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism.
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CLEVELAND CLINIC SURVEY EXAMINES THE CURRENT STATE OF MEN’S HEALTH NATIONALLY AND IN FLORIDA
September 7, 2023 – A new survey by Cleveland Clinic highlights a disconnect between men’s perception of their health and their actual health habits. The survey, which was taken earlier this year by a national sample consisting of 1,000 U.S. males, 18 years of age and older, was issued as part of Cleveland Clinic’s eighth annual educational campaign, MENtion It®.
This year, the survey included a sample of men in Florida. The campaign aims to address the fact that men often do not mention health issues or take steps to prevent them.
In the survey, 85% of men in Florida said they believe they are leading a healthy lifestyle. However, the survey results show the habits and behaviors of many men tell a different story.
Almost half of men in Florida (43%) do not get a yearly physical
42% do not take care of their mental health
Only half of men said they keep a healthy diet (50%)
83% have experienced stress in the last six months
Half (51%) of men declare spending between 1-2h/day on social platforms, and 17% say they scroll through social media for more than 5h daily.
The survey findings point to stress being a common factor among men. However, 60% of men in Florida said they are hesitant to seek professional help for mental health concerns such as stress, anxiety and depression. Like national findings, Money/Finances is the #1 top stress factor affecting men in Florida, indicated by 38%.
The survey also indicates that about one in three men living in Florida admit to experiencing issues having sex, but many do not seek professional help. Stress is the most mentioned factor that can impact sexual health (68%). Excessive weight (59%) and age (58%) follow.
Social media habits may also contribute to stress with almost one fifth (17%) of men in Florida saying they spend five hours per day on average scrolling through social media.
“Through this campaign, we hope to encourage men to be proactive with regular screenings,” said Matthew Goldman, MD, Family Health Physician at Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital. “Unfortunately, many men do not make their health a priority until they have a health scare or a major issue. Preventative screenings allow us to identify problems during the early stages when treatment is likely to result in positive outcomes.”
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MANUEL OZAMBELA JR MD JOINS BAPTIST HEALTH MIAMI CANCER INSTITUTE AS UROLOGIC SURGICAL ONCOLOGIST
September 6, 2023– Manuel Ozambela, Jr., M.D., joins Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute as a specialist in treating urinary and reproductive system cancers, including kidney, bladder, prostate, testicular and penile cancers. He is fluent in English and Spanish.
“We are honored to welcoe Dr. Ozambela to Miami Cancer Institute,” said Leonard Kalman, M.D., executive deputy director and chief medical officer at Miami Cancer Institute. “His outstanding clinic experience and educational background, combined with his compassionate care, will benefit our patients greatly.”
Prior to joining Miami Cancer Institute, Dr. Ozambela completed his fellowship in urologic oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. During the fellowship, he worked with a multidisciplinary group of investigators to study rare and aggressive kidney tumors and identify novel treatment ptions.
In addition, he has authored multiple scientific abstracts, manuscripts and book chapters on various urologic oncology topics. Through his research, he strives to identify new diagnostic and treatment options for genitourinary cancers, improve patient recovery after surgery and enhance patients’ quality of life.
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UHEALTH IT RECEIVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION IN CYBERSECURITY AND REVENUE OPTIMIZATION
By: Joey Garcia
Becker’s Hospital Review recently recognized two members of the IT team at UHealth – University of Miami Health System for their innovative work in cybersecurity and revenue optimization.
September 6, 2023 – Mauricio Angee, D.B.A., chief information security officer for UHealth, was selected as one of Becker’s 60 hospital and health system CISOs and CPOs to know. James Lindgren, executive director of revenue cycle optimization, was chosen as one of Becker’s 30 health IT and revenue cycle up-and-comers.
“Working with Mauricio and James has been an incredible journey,” said David Reis, Ph.D., vice president of IT and chief information officer at UHealth. “Their commitment to excellence and their forward-thinking approaches continue to drive positive transformation within our team and UHealth as a whole.”
CONTRIBUTIONS TO CYBERSECURITY
As technology advances, protecting patients’ data becomes more vital, and UHealth has led the way in this protection thanks to Angee. Becker’sacknowledged him on their list of 60 individuals executing vital cybersecurity initiatives and integrating innovative technologies to protect patient privacy.
Angee credits his early experience in IT to the programming he used to do on his first computer. Soon after that, he began working in a computer integrator repair shop, started his computer business and landed his lifelong dream job at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center as an IT security specialist.
In his CISO role at UHealth and the University of Miami, Angee oversees the implementation of security solutions to help strengthen the institution’s cybersecurity posture while bolstering the network infrastructure against cyber threats. Additionally, he oversees the management of security technologies and leads incident response efforts, while collaborating with leadership and other departments to integrate security measures and promote a culture of security across the institution.
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USF RECEIVES $25M GIFT FROM TAMPA GENERAL HOSPITAL TO SUPPORT USF ATHLETICS DISTRICT
Investment will name the USF Athletics District and the Tampa General Hospital Center for Athletic Excellence which will feature key space for clinical behavioral health services.
September 7, 2023 – The University of South Florida (USF) and Tampa General Hospital (TGH) announced today a $25 million gift from TGH to name the Center for Athletic Excellence, an operations facility that will be included as part of USF’s new on-campus stadium project and will feature dedicated clinical space for TGH. The gift will also name the university’s athletics district.
“We are incredibly grateful to Tampa General Hospital for this historic gift and for their phenomenal partnership with USF that goes back decades,” said USF President Rhea Law. “This investment in our students, our university and our community will have far-reaching positive impacts for generations to come.”
The Tampa General Hospital Center for Athletic Excellence will be located adjacent to the stadium and feature clinical space, where TGH will provide behavioral health services, including assessments, treatment, therapies, career mentoring and more. The clinical space will benefit from research conducted in partnership with USF Health, and the services offered at the new location will be uniquely geared to support the needs of both the USF community and the broader Tampa Bay region.
“As one of the nation’s leading academic and research health systems, we are committed to strengthening our community,” said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital. “We recognize the growing demand for behavioral health services in our region, and particularly around the USF campus. That’s why we’re doubling down on our partnership with the University of South Florida to expand access to care and support.”
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NCH BEGINS PHASED ROLL-OUT OF NEW BRAND FOR THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
September 7, 2023 – NCH is proud to announce the commencement of a phased brand transition. As the system rolls out the new brand over the next year, visitors to NCH campuses will start to see the new logo and branding appear in facilities and communications.
As an independent, nonprofit, NCH has been a trusted community pillar since its founding in 1956. In the last few years, NCH has experienced rapid business transformation in becoming an Advanced Community Healthcare System™ that is nationally recognized for clinical excellence.
The bold new brand will deliver on the existing reputation of NCH’s commitment to quality, compassion, and innovation, while reflecting its position as a premier organization delivering world-class healthcare.
In addition to being named among the top 100 hospitals in the nation for two years running and rated a CMS 4 Star for six consecutive years, NCH most recently received accreditation as a Geriatric Emergency Department by the American College of Emergency Physicians – the only one in SWFL. NCH was also awarded an “A” grade for the Newborn Screening Program from the Florida Department of Health. Additionally, the American College of Cardiology awarded accreditation to NCH for achieving the highest quality performance standards in transcatheter valve therapies.
These recent examples showcase NCH’s commitment to be at the forefront of leading-edge quality care. Over the past few years everything from NCH’s GME program, dozens of clinical trials and advancements in technology innovation, recruitment of top-notch clinicians and world-class collaborations have transformed a local brand into a nationally recognized healthcare organization.
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PHILIPS REACHES RESOLUTION OF US ECONOMIC LOSS LITIGATION
September 7, 2023 – Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) announced today that the company and certain of its US subsidiaries, including Philips Respironics, have reached an agreement to resolve all economic loss claims in the US Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) related to Philips Respironics’ voluntary recall of certain sleep and respiratory care devices. This settlement, which is expected to be submitted to the US District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania later today, does not include or constitute any admission of liability, wrongdoing, or fault by any of the Philips parties.
The agreement, which is subject to approval by the court, will provide predefined cash awards to all eligible participants in the US depending on the type of device, extended warranties on all replacement devices, and an additional cash award if they return the recalled device to Philips Respironics. The settlement will further compensate certain individuals who acquired replacement devices post-recall.
The final cost of the settlement may vary based on, among other things, how many patients participate in the settlement and what the Court awards for the professional fees relating to the resolutions. Philips Respironics has recorded a provision for an amount of EUR 575 million in the first quarter of 2023 to cover for the estimated costs of the final settlement.
Subject to final Court approval, payments to class members under the settlement are not expected to begin until the first quarter of 2024 at the earliest.
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VALUE-BASED PRIMARY CARE NETWORK FROM FLORIDA BLUE AND ALEDADE SHOWS SIGNIFICANT HEALTH CARE QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS
In first two years, practices improved care for over 41,000 patients, resulting in nearly $14 million in shared savings.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 — Florida Blue, the state’s Blue Cross Blue Shield plan, and Aledade, the largest network of independent primary care providers in the country, today announced that their collaboration on a value-based care network in Florida helped improve the quality of care and patient outcomes for tens of thousands of commercially-insured members over two years of partnership. Led by Florida physicians, the collaboration resulted in nearly $14 million in shared savings earned by this network of nearly 60 primary care practices, federally qualified health centers, rural health clinics and multi-specialty clinics.
Value-based care networks, or Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), are groups of providers that share financial responsibility for delivering high-quality, better-coordinated patient care. Results from the Aledade-Florida Blue ACO show the 59 primary care practices that participated in 2022 outperformed the market in rates of control of diabetes, as well as screening rates for breast cancer, colorectal cancer and cervical cancer. The practices also increased their rates of patient outreach through workflow management powered by the Aledade App, connecting with 3 out of every 4 patients following an inpatient visit. This follow-up is a critical way to enhance the relationship between these practices and the more than 41,000 patients served under this collaboration.
Additionally, between year one and year two, these practices reduced hospitalizations by twice as much as other practices in their region (a 15 percent reduction compared to 7 percent) and visits to the Emergency Department (a 1.8 percent reduction compared to 0.8 percent).
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HCA FLORIDA LAWNWOOD HOSPITAL WELCOMES FIRST PATIENT TO NEW LEVEL III NICU
September 7, 2023 – HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital, a 435-bed full-service acute care facility and part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the largest healthcare system in the state, today welcomed the first patient to its recently opened Level III NICU.
At just under one-month-old, patient Luka Ramos was transported to suite 9 in the newly renovated and expanded Level III NICU. The process took less than five minutes and included multiple care team members, including nursing staff and a medical coordinator.
“The NICU renovation project has been underway for nearly a year,” said HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital director of children’s services Marissa O’Dowd. “We are thrilled to move our first patient into our top of the line expanded NICU. In the newly renovated unit, our tiniest patients will receive the highest level of care and have access to the latest neonatal technology.”
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BAPTIST HEALTH SOUTH FLORIDA SELECTED AS ONE OF THE 2023 BEST WORKPLACES IN HEALTH CARE BY FORTUNE AND GREAT PLACE TO WORK
September 7, 2023 – Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine have selected Baptist Health South Florida for the 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care™ List. This year, Baptist Health ranked #2 in the large companies category and is the highest-ranked healthcare system in Florida.
“Without a doubt, our dedicated employees are the key among many factors that go into having a great workplace,” said Adriene McCoy, Senior Vice President and Chief People Officer for Baptist Health. “We’re proud of our mission-driven work every day, and that starts with taking excellent care of our skilled and compassionate staff so that we can provide the best care to our community.”
The Best Workplaces in Health Care award is based on analysis of survey responses from over 208,000 employees from Great Place To Work Certified™ companies in the health care industry. Great Place To Work, the global authority on workplace culture, determines its lists using its proprietary For All™ Methodology to evaluate and certify thousands of organizations in America’s largest ongoing annual workforce study, based on over 1.3 million survey responses and data from companies representing more than 7.5 million employees this year alone. Read the full methodology.
Survey responses reflect a comprehensive picture of the workplace experience. Honorees were selected based on their ability to offer positive outcomes for employees regardless of job role, race, gender, sexual orientation, work status, or other demographic identifier.
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CLINICAL TRIAL SHOWS DRUG DEVELOPED TO TREAT UNCONTROLLED HYPERTENSION SIGNIFICANTLY LOWERS BLOOD PRESSURE
Lorundrostat studied in 200 patients
SEPTEMBER 10. 2023 – Findings from a clinical trial led by a Cleveland Clinic cardiologist showed that lorundrostat – a new type of blood pressure medication — safely decreased blood pressure in patients with uncontrolled hypertension.
Findings were presented today during a late breaking science session at the American Heart Association’s annual Hypertension Scientific Sessions in Boston and simultaneously published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is when the force of blood pushing against your artery walls is consistently too high. This damages your arteries over time and can lead to serious complications like heart attack or stroke. Uncontrolled or resistant hypertension is when your blood pressure remains high or unmanaged, despite taking medications. People with hard-to-treat, resistant hypertension have an even higher risk of stroke, kidney disease and heart failure than those whose high blood pressure is regulated.
Lorundrostat was developed to address abnormally elevated aldosterone, a hormone your adrenal glands release that regulates blood pressure by managing the levels of sodium and potassium in your blood. Aldosterone synthase inhibitors are a novel class of blood pressure-lowering medication that decrease the body’s production of aldosterone. Medicines currently available for patients block the receptor for aldosterone, but aldosterone can still be circulating and have a negative impact on patients. Up to 25 percent of all people with hypertension exhibit abnormal aldosterone levels.
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MAYO CLINIC STUDY REVEALS PROTON BEAM THERAPY MAY SHORTEN BREAST CANCER TREATMENT
SEPTEMEBR 9, 2023 – In a randomized trial, published in The Lancet Oncology, Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers uncover evidence supporting a shorter treatment time for breast cancer patients. The study compared two separate dosing schedules of pencil-beam scanning proton therapy, the most advanced type of proton therapy known for its precision in targeting cancer cells while preserving healthy tissue to reduce the risk of side effects.
Survival rates for breast cancer continue to improve due to advances in diagnosis and treatment, leading to increasing emphasis on reducing the long-term toxicity of cancer treatment, including radiotherapy.
Prior to this study, all patients treated with proton postmastectomy radiotherapy (PMRT) had received a conventional 25- to 30-day course delivered five days per week over five to six weeks. The researchers hoped to demonstrate that condensing the course of proton beam therapy, a form of particle therapy that could spare the heart and lungs from radiation damage, may result in a similar side effect profile.
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FLORIDA STUDENTS START SCHOOL WITH SUPPLIES THANK TO MONTHLONG COLLECTION
Carol Champion, Progressive Care Unit manager at HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, helped ready the grounds at C. Robert Markham Elementary School in Margate. Colleagues from HCA Healthcare’s East Florida Division also assisted with painting, power washing, and campus clean up.
September 7, 2023 – Thousands of Florida students are back at school with new back packs, notebooks, binders, pens, pencils and other much-needed supplies, thanks to the caregivers of HCA Florida Healthcare and its statewide We Show Up for Our Schools month of service.
Throughout July, nurses, technicians and others donated supplies and children’s books, stuffed backpacks, volunteered for campus beautification projects and collected cash donations to purchase supplies for school districts.
All told, HCA Florida Healthcare caregivers collected more than 130,000 individual items. They also donated 2,500 fully-supplied backpacks, more than 500 children’s books with personal messages inside, and close to $25,000 in cash and gift cards. HCA Florida Healthcare-affiliated hospitals also collected more than 275 pairs of new children’s shoes and 500 pairs of children’s underwear.
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PALM BEACH HEALTH NETWORK HOSTS TWO INFLATABLE PROSTATE EVENTS
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 – The Palm Beach Health Network recently hosted two informative inflatable prostate events, one at Good Samaritan Medical Center and the other at Delray Medical Center. These events were designed to raise awareness and provide valuable information about prostate health to the public. They were particularly timely, taking place in September, which is recognized as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
At these events, attendees had the opportunity to gain a better understanding of prostate health through interactive and educational exhibits. Knowledgeable physicians were on hand to answer questions and provide insights into various aspects of prostate health, including warning signs, symptoms, and available treatments.
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CMA AND AMA URGE COURT TO PROTECT PATIENT SAFETY AND UPHOLD LONG-STANDING PROHIBITION AGAINST NON-PHYSICIANS’ USE OF “DOCTOR” TITLE
September 7, 2023 – Sacramento – The California Medical Association (CMA) and the American Medical Association (AMA) have filed a joint amicus curiae brief in support of California’s long-standing law that prohibits the use of the term “doctor” or the prefix “Dr.” by anyone other than California-licensed allopathic and osteopathic physicians.
In this case, Palmer v. Bonta, et. al., three nurse practitioners with Doctorate of Nursing degrees are suing state officials to block California Business and Professions Code section 2054, so the nurses can call themselves doctors. The nurses claim they are not misleading patients because they use “doctor” and the title “Dr.” in conjunction with their nursing degrees. Such usage, they admit, is not permitted under the law. The lawsuit seeks to invalidate the law on the basis that it violates the nurses’ First Amendment speech rights.
In the brief, CMA and AMA emphasized that courts have repeatedly found a legitimate government interest in California’s 86-year-old statutory rule designed to protect Californians who interface with the health care delivery system.
“[The] courts have consistently relied upon a readily discernible goal of the Legislature to prevent confusion and potential harm to members of the public who may be misled into believing they are dealing with physicians whenever those terms are used by non-physicians,” the brief said. “The original purpose of [this law] remains as relevant and vital today as in 1937 when [it] was enacted.”
Physicians are educated and trained differently and more deeply and robustly than any other professional health care practitioner; and industry practice and the law continue to place physicians at the center of medical care. As it was in the early part of the last century, the public continues to view physicians as the pillar of health care and closely associates the term “doctor” or “Dr.” with physicians and surgeons.
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AMA RELEASES THE CPT 2024 CODE SET
Consumer-friendly Spanish language descriptors of medical procedures and services added to code set
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 – To bridge language barriers and make health care more inclusive and transparent for patients who speak Spanish, the American Medical Association (AMA) now offers Spanish language descriptors for more than 11,000 medical procedures and services. The consumer-friendly descriptors in Spanish were added to the newly released Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) 2024 code set, the nation’s leading data-sharing terminology for medical procedures and services.
The consumer-friendly descriptors are an important resource that many hospitals, health plans, medical offices and other CPT users already incorporate into English-language medical documents, insurance forms, price sheets, and patient portals. Including CPT consumer-friendly descriptors in Spanish that are clear and straightforward will help CPT users better engage and assist many in the Latinx community.
“Navigating medical care and paperwork can be especially challenging for Latinx patients who do not speak English or speak English as a second language,” said AMA Senior Vice President of Health Solutions Lori Prestesater. “Providing approximately 41 million Spanish speaking individuals in the United States with an easy-to-understand description of medical procedures and services can help build a more inclusive health care environment, where language is no longer a barrier and patients can actively engage in their own care.”
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1.5 FACE TO FACE CREDITS
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Join healthcare (pharma/medtech) and life sciences experts as well as governmental agencies such as the FDA and hospital/healthcare buyers for this year’s special sessions organized by the Life Sciences Industrial Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Symposium at the 8th Annual Florida International Trade and Cultural Expo (FITCE) dedicated to Life Sciences, Innovation & Technology - October 4 & 5, 2023 at the Broward County Convention Center. For more information, please visit FITCExpo.com or email: pisaac@broward.org.
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For more than two decades, the Guardian Angels have hosted this special event benefiting Holtz Children’s Hospital surrounded by those who embrace their mission. This year, the luncheon will feature an exclusive fashion show presented by Saks Fifth Avenue and a chance drawing, and will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the naming of Holtz Children’s Hospital.
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THE 2000S ARE BACK, AND THEY’RE BETTER THAN EVER! HANDY TO HOST Y2K THEMED FUNDRAISER ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23RD
The 2000s are Back, and They’re Better Than Ever! Handy to Host Y2K Themed Fundraiser on Saturday, September 23rd
WHAT: Handy to host its annual Homecoming event on Saturday, September 23rd at The Venue in Wilton Manors.
WHEN: Saturday, September 23, 2023 – 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Venue – 2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors, FL 33305
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Over 844,000 Patients in Florida are using Cannabis as their Medicine FOR LATEST OMMU REPORTS FROM OFFICE OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA USE IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA HERE Highlights from SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 PDF OF REPORT
BY THE NUMBERS Qualified Patients: (Active ID Card):
Sept 8 2023- 844,148 Sept 1 2023- 842,512
Aug 25 2023- 841,580 Aug 18 2023- 840,041
Aug 11 2023- 838,470 Aug 4 2023- 837,122
Patients Added Last Week: 1,636
Qualified Ordering Physicians: 2,640
New Doctors added Last Week: 7 Reporting Period:
Sept 1 - Sept 7 2023 Amount of Medical Marijuana Dispensed - (mgs THC) 321,045,534
Amount of Low-THC Cannabis Dispensed - (mgs CBD ) 3,046,579 Amount of Marijuana in a Form for Smoking (oz) 107,364.370 Approved Dispensing Locations: 589 Added Last Week: 2
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