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Baptist Health Foundation Celebrates Accomplishments and Philanthropic Support at The Grand Gala 2025
$5 Million Raised will Benefit Baptist Health’s Hospitals and Institutes
November 12, 2025 – Baptist Health Foundation held its 2025 Grand Gala Saturday, November 8 the Miami Beach Convention Center Grand Ballroom. The event brought together community leaders, healthcare professionals, donors and corporate philanthropy partners to support Baptist Health’s hospitals, institutes, services and programs in Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.
The Grand Gala was hosted by South Florida TV personality Laurie Jennings and featured a celebrity performance generously donated by Latin GRAMMY®-winning international superstar Luis Fonsi. The event’s 1,300 guests enjoyed a cocktail reception and silent auction followed by a formal seated dinner, with entertainment provided by the Danny Beck Party Band. Speakers included Baptist Health President and CEO and Gala co-chair, Bo Boulenger and Baptist Health Foundation CEO, Alex Villoch.
In total, the Grand Gala raised $5 million. Donors selected their area of support, benefiting patient and caregiver services, research and clinical trials, education and training for medical staff, state-of-the-art technology, community outreach programs and more.
“An incredible transformation is taking place across our system — not just in bricks and mortar, but in the way we’re delivering care, the talent we’re attracting, the research we’re advancing and the global reputation we’re building,” said Mr. Boulenger. “Philanthropy is at the heart of this momentum, accelerating projects and programs that would simply not be possible without the support of our generous donors.”
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Broward County Medical Association Receives “Community Catalyst” Award
November 11, 2025 – The Broward County Medical Association (BCMA) is proud to announce it has been awarded the Community Catalyst Award at the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce’s annual Excellence in Healthcare Awards, celebrating organizations that exemplify leadership, collaboration, and impact in advancing community health.
Established in 1926, the BCMA stands as one of the most enduring and unifying forces in Broward County’s healthcare landscape. As the association prepares to celebrate its 100-year anniversary in 2026, this recognition highlights nearly a century of physician-led advocacy, innovation, collaboration, and community service.
For decades, BCMA has worked to protect and strengthen the physician-patient relationship, elevate standards of care, and champion policies that support public health, access to care, physician wellness, and the development of the healthcare workforce. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the BCMA played a pivotal role in education, coordination, and outreach, serving as a trusted resource for accurate clinical information and as a vital community bridge at a time of unprecedented uncertainty.
“Receiving the Community Catalyst Award is an honor that reflects the collective commitment of our physician leaders and members who have dedicated their careers to treating patients and strengthening the health of the entire Broward community,” said Dr. Kayvan Amini, President of the Broward County Medical Association, who accepted the award on behalf of the organization.
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Srishti Srivastava, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care as an Interventional Pain Management Physician
November 10, 2025 – Board-certified interventional pain management physician Srishti Srivastava, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care. She specializes in integrating interventional procedures with complementary medicine to treat pain holistically.
Dr. Srivastava treats a variety of chronic pain diagnoses, including degenerative spine disorders, headache disorders, craniofacial pain, pelvic pain, musculoskeletal pain and neuropathic pain. She has expertise in pain management techniques, including medication management, functional rehabilitation, injection-based procedural management, peripheral nerve stimulation and minimally invasive spine techniques such as spinal cord stimulation and intrathecal pump management.
Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. Srivastava practiced at Pain Treatment Centers of America, White River Health Pain Management in Batesville, Arkansas.
“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Srivastava to our multidisciplinary team of nonsurgical spine care and pain management experts, dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care to support patients and their journey toward a pain-free life,” said Ronald Tolchin, D.O., chair of nonsurgical spine care and rehabilitation and the Kalman Bass endowed chair in pain and rehabilitative medicine at Miami Neuroscience Institute.
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MEMORIAL NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE ADDS SPECIALISTS
November 10, 2025 – Memorial Neuroscience Institute has added three fellowship-trained physicians to its roster of clinicians.
Hisham Alhajala, MD is a vascular interventional neurologist that completed fellowship training in vascular neurology at the University of Toledo.
Michael Kader, MD is a neurosurgeon with fellowship training in spine surgery, including endoscopic, and brain tumor care that focuses primarily on degenerative spine conditions, primary brain tumors, metastatic disease, and pituitary tumors. A graduate of New York University Medical School, Dr. Kader’s internship and residency were completed in the University of Miami/Jackson Health System.
Casey Young, MD is a neurologist and specialist in movement disorders and deep brain stimulation that received advance training at Mount Sinai (NY) Health System. Dr. Young was a resident and intern before that in the Columbia University (NY) system.
Memorial Neuroscience Institute (www.mhs.net/services/neuroscience) offers advanced diagnoses, comprehensive treatment, compassionate care, and rehabilitation for complex neurological conditions. Few centers can match the depth of its neurological expertise or the wide range of available services.
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TGH Rehabilitation Hospital Is Recognized by Newsweek as One of the Nation’s Top Physical Rehabilitation Centers
The academic health system’s freestanding rehabilitation hospital is ranked among the top five physical rehabilitation centers in Tampa Bay and among the top 20 in Florida.
November 10, 2025 –Tampa General Hospital’s Rehabilitation Hospital was recognized on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers 2025. This list is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The academic health system’s freestanding rehabilitation hospital is ranked among the top five physical rehabilitation centers in the Tampa Bay region and among the top 20 in Florida.
“Being named among America’s Best Physical Rehabilitation Centers reinforces the strength of Tampa General’s integrated, academic-based approach to care, as well as the unmatched expertise and compassion of our team members and physicians,” said John Couris. “Our rehabilitation hospital plays a vital role in helping patients achieve the best possible outcomes and quality of life, and we’re proud of how it has enabled us to expand access to world-class care within our community.”
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Tampa General Hospital Celebrates American Veterans With Special Visit From Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins, Decorated Army Special Forces Combat Veteran and Green Beret
November 11, 2025 — Tampa General Hospital (TGH) welcomed Florida’s Lt. Governor Jay Collins to TGH’s main campus this afternoon as part of a systemwide celebration of American veterans, active military and their families.
“American veterans embody selflessness and sacrifice. They protect and defend our country so that we may live free. This tribute to our veterans is just a small token of our appreciation for those who answered the call to duty. I am so proud to have many veterans, active military and military families as part of our TGH team,” said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General. “We’re especially grateful to Lt. Governor Jay Collins for joining us on this Veterans Day and for his patriotism.”
Lt. Governor Collins was a first sergeant in the U.S. Army who served in the Special Forces unit. He sustained debilitating injuries during combat that led to the amputation of his leg. After the loss of his leg, Lt. Governor Collins requalified as a Green Beret and served for an additional five years. His military awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit, Soldier’s Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Master Parachutist Badge, Military Freefall Parachutist Badge and numerous other personal, unit and service awards. He is also a recipient of the U.S. Army Special Operations Command’s Major General John K. Singlaub/Jedburgh Award.
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HCA Healthcare Commits $150,000 in Support of Veterans and Their Families in Honor of Veterans Day
Recognized as a Military Friendly employer by VIQTORY for 15 consecutive years
HCA Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:HCA), one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, today announced it will give $150,000 to multiple veteran support organizations in honor of Veterans Day. Since 2012, HCA Healthcare has hired more than 65,000 veterans, active-duty and reserve personnel and military spouses.
This year, HCA Healthcare is giving:
-$50,000 to Operation Stand Down, an organization that engages veterans early in their transition from military service to find meaningful employment, to help expand their career services programs for transitioning service members, their families and veterans;
-$50,000 to CreatiVets, an organization dedicated to empowering veterans and their families to find healing from service-related trauma through art, to help increase the number of veteran and family participants in their national wellness through fine arts program; and
-$50,000 to The Honor Foundation, a career transition program for U.S. Special Operations Forces, to help enhance their industry “trek” experiences to various companies for program fellows in eight states and four virtual cohorts.
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HCA Florida Westside Hospital Honors Veterans Day with Special Recognition of Physician’s Military Oath
November 10, 2025 – HCA Florida Westside Hospital proudly congratulates Dr. Cameron Summers-Powell on taking the Oath of Office as a pathology resident in the United States Navy. This significant ceremony, officiated by Dr. Alan Schiller, former Pathology Medical Director and retired U.S. Navy Captain, marks Dr. Summers-Powell’s transition from civilian status to military officer, affirming his solemn legal and moral commitment to serve the nation.
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Sarasota Memorial Marks 1,000th Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
November 12, 2025 – This week, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System marked its 1,000th minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS). The milestone procedure, performed by Jonathan Hoffberger, DO, of First Physicians Group, repairs or replaces heart valves through a small incision between the ribs.
Instead of a sternotomy, which requires a 12- to 14-inch incision through the breastbone, many open-heart surgeries can now be performed through tiny 2 to 3-inch incisions between the ribs – thanks to advances in MICS, and the skill of experienced surgeons like Dr. Hoffberger. By avoiding cutting through the breastbone, MICS helps to reduce pain, infection risk, and recovery time. Patients typically spend less time in the hospital and are able to return to their normal routines much sooner, all while achieving the same excellent results as traditional open-heart procedures.
“Reaching 1,000 minimally invasive surgeries at SMH is a remarkable achievement for our entire heart team,” said Dr. Hoffberger. “It highlights the commitment we have made to delivering the highest-quality care with the most advanced procedures for our patients. I’m so proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish and provide to our community.”
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Good Samaritan Medical Center Places Among Top 5% of Hospitals Nationwide for Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery from Healthgrades
Good Samaritan Recognized for Orthopedics, Outpatient Care, Neurosciences and GI Care from Healthgrades
November 11, 2025 – Good Samaritan Medical Center announces today that it has placed among the top 5% of hospitals in the country for outpatient orthopedic surgery, earning the excellence award for the second year in a row from Healthgrades, one of the nation’s leading sites Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital.
Good Samaritan earned seven accolades from Healthgrades including five-star treatment for stroke, five-star for upper gastrointestinal surgeries, five-star recipient for outpatient total hip replacement and five-star recipient for outpatient back and neck surgery (except spinal fusion) for the 2nd year in a row. In addition to being named in the top 5% in the nation for outpatient orthopedic surgery excellence award, Good Sam was also named in the top 10% in the nation for outpatient orthopedic surgery for the 2nd year in a row.
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Healthgrades Names Delray Medical Center One of Americas Top 50 Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery
Delray Medical Center Recognized with 17 Clinical Achievements from Healthgrades
November 11, 2025– Delray Medical announced today that it has achieved numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, one of the top sites Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital. Among Delray Medical Centers distinctions: one of America’s Top 50 Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery, 2026 Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award, Pulmonary Care Excellence Award for the second year in a row, and Critical Care Excellence Award for the second year in a row.
Here is the full list of all the awards earned:
Cardiac Care
Five-Star Recipient for Valve Surgery(2024-2026, 3 Years in a Row)
Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Heart Attack(2024-2026, 3 Years in a Row)
Five-Star Recipient for Coronary Interventional Procedures
Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Heart Failure(2003-2026, 24 Years in a Row)
Five-Star Recipient for Defibrillator Procedures(2024-2025, 2 Years in a Row)
Neurosciences
Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Stroke(2008-2026, 19 Years in a Row)
Pulmonary Care
Recipient of the Healthgrades Pulmonary Care Excellence Award (2 Years in a Row)
Top 10% in the Nation for Overall Pulmonary Services(2 Years in a Row)
Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Pneumonia(2024-2025, 3 Years in a Row)
Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
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West Boca Medical Center Recognized with Multiple Clinical Achievements from Healthgrades
West Boca Medical Center Recognized with Four Five-Star Awards
November 11, 2025– West Boca Medical Center announced today that it has achieved numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, one of the top sites Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital. West Boca earned four five-star awards, including for treatment of heart failure, colorectal surgeries for the fourth year in a year, treatment of sepsis for the fifth year in a ray, and for the treatment of respiratory failure for the fourth year in a row.
“Healthgrades’ recognition reflects our high standard of care combined with our quality team,” said Jerad Hanlon, West Boca Medical Center’s CEO. “We always put the patient first and these awards reflect their trust in us so we can continue to help them heal every single day.”
West Boca’s achievements are based solely on what matters most: patient outcomes. Each year, Healthgrades evaluates risk-adjusted mortality and complication rates for over 30 common conditions and procedures at approximately 4,500 hospitals nationwide to identify the top hospitals in key specialty areas, including in respiratory failure, heart failure, colorectal surgery and sepsis treatment. Through easy-to-understand, objective measures of hospital performance, Healthgrades empowers patients with the information they need to find a hospital that excels in their procedure or condition.
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Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center Among 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery in America
Only Hospital in Northern Palm Beach County to Earn America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery
November 11, 2025 – Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center announced today that it has achieved numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, one of the leading sites Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital.
Among Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center’s distinctions are placing among the country’s top 10% of hospitals for cardiac care, highlighted by being named among the 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery in the country and earning the Cardiac Surgery Excellence Award. It is the only hospital in northern Palm Beach County to be named one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Surgery. The hospital was also rated five stars for five services, including valve surgery, spinal fusion, carotid surgery, stroke care, treatment of respiratory failure.
“We are proud to be recognized by Healthgrades for our achievements in quality care, including for the heart. We were the first hospital to complete an open-heart surgery in the county in the 1980s and we have continued that tradition of heart care excellence ever since, which is reflected in these awards,” said Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center CEO, Erik Cazares. “These awards are patient and team driven. We are grateful for the community’s trust in our incredible team to continue to deliver quality outcomes.”
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St. Mary’s is One of Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery
St. Mary’s Medical Center Recognized with Spine Surgery Achievements from Healthgrades
November 11, 2025 – St. Mary’s Medical Center announced today that it has achieved numerous accolades for clinical excellence from Healthgrades, one of the leading sites Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital.
St. Mary’s earned several accolades relating to spine care, including being one of Healthgrades America’s 100 best hospitals for spine surgery, recipient of Healthgrades 2026 Spine Surgery Excellence Award, named among the top 10 percent in the nation for spine surgery in 2026, and earned five-star awards for their spinal fusion surgery for the second year in a row.
“Healthgrades’ recognition of our hospital reflects the hard work and dedication of our entire team,” said St. Mary’s Medical Center CEO, Cynthia McCauley. “We are proud to be recognized as one of the top hospitals in the country for spine surgery, an accolade we don’t take for granted. Every day, we strive to uphold this level of excellence and remain a trusted healthcare provider for our community.”
St. Mary’s achievements are based solely on what matters most: patient outcomes. Each year, Healthgrades evaluates risk-adjusted mortality and complication rates for over 30 common conditions and procedures at approximately 4,500 hospitals nationwide to identify the top hospitals in key specialty areas, including spine surgery. Through easy-to-understand, objective measures of hospital performance, Healthgrades empowers patients with the information they need to find a hospital that excels in their procedure or condition.
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NCH Simulation Center Earns International Accreditation for Excellence in Education
November 11, 2025 – The Judith & Marvin Herb Family Simulation Center at Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) has been granted full accreditation in the areas of Teaching/Education and Core Standards by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) and the Council for Accreditation of Healthcare Simulation Programs. The Herb Family Simulation Center was already named among the top 35 simulation centers in the United States by Becker’s Hospital Review, and this recognition now places it among an elite group of fewer than 300 simulation centers worldwide to achieve this distinction – considered the gold standard in the field.
The Herb Family Simulation Center, located on the NCH Baker Hospital Downtown campus, features more than 12,000 square feet of training and meeting space, including two fully functional operating rooms, multiple simulation suites, a procedural skills lab, and classrooms equipped with advanced audio-visual, debriefing technology, and an Immersive Interactive (mixed reality) room.
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Lee Health Marks One Year as a Community-Focused Nonprofit Health System Promises made. Promises kept.
Nov. 10, 2025 — This month, Lee Health proudly marks the first anniversary of its historic conversion from a public entity to a private, community-focused nonprofit health system. The milestone represents a successful transition built on the promise to preserve local healthcare, strengthen access, and continue serving all residents of Southwest Florida.
“One year ago, our community leaders understood the importance of ensuring Lee Health could remain strong, sustainable, and locally governed for generations to come,” said Larry Antonucci, M.D., president and chief executive officer of Lee Health. “Their vision and support made this transition possible, and today we’re seeing the results in expanded services, innovation, and continued commitment to every person who visits our facilities or experiences our life-changing programs.”
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Clinics Can Help Raises Nearly $50,000 During 12th Annual Golf Classic
Monies raised support families of children with special needs for the purchase of customized medical equipment
November 10, 2025 – It was a picture-perfect day as Clinics Can Help (CCH) hosted its 12th Annual Golf Classic on Friday, October 24th at Eastpointe Country Club. The event welcomed enthusiastic golfers and supporters for a day of camaraderie, friendly competition, and community spirit—all while raising nearly $50,000 to support CCH’s mission of empowering children and adults to achieve greater mobility, independence, and dignity through access to essential medical equipment and supplies.
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NOVEMBER 10, 2025 – Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) announced today the appointment of James W. Schroeder, Jr., MD, MBA, as Chief Academic Officer, effective December 1, 2025. In this role, Dr. Schroeder will lead all aspects of the hospital’s academic mission, serving as Designated Institutional Official (DIO) and overseeing graduate and continuing medical education, academic promotions and credentialing.
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Unlock Breakthroughs in Brain Tumor Care Progress in brain tumor care is gaining meaningful momentum. At the Eighth Annual Miami Brain Symposium on Dec. 5, hosted by Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute, physicians on the front lines of treating patients with brain tumors will learn the latest in managing both primary and metastatic central nervous system tumors. The multidisciplinary symposium brings together leading experts in neurosurgery, radiation oncology, medical oncology and neuro-oncology to discuss new scientific advances, review real cases, engage in debate and participate in panel discussions. From standard of care to innovations, technologies and clinical trials coming down the pike, the event offers candid conversations, practical strategies and plenty of opportunity for professional interactions.
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MIRAMAR, FL – In honor of National Care at Home Month, VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, invites healthcare professionals to a free, accredited webinar titled “From Cure to Comfort: The Hospice Journey to What Matters Most.” The virtual event will take place on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, from 1:00–2:30 p.m. ET / 10:00–11:30 a.m. PT. Early registration is encouraged as space is limited.
This live, interactive session offers up to 1.5 continuing education credits (CE/CME) for nurses, social workers, case managers, licensed nursing home administrators in Florida and Illinois, physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. Attendees will gain practical insights into identifying hospice-eligible patients, guiding goals-of-care conversations and supporting families through interdisciplinary collaboration.
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Broward Children’s Center to Host the 22nd Annual Miles for Smiles 5K on Nov. 15.
Broward Children’s Center will host its 22nd Annual Miles for Smiles 5K at Pompano Beach Community Park on Saturday, Nov. 15. Runners, walkers, families, community leaders, wheelchairs and strollers of all ages will come together in the beautiful Pompano Beach Community Park to raise funds and awareness to support Broward Children’s Center.
The event will feature a family-friendly 5K, children’s activities, live entertainment, raffles, an awards ceremony and more.
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Awards Ceremony: 10 a.m.
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Kids’ Minds Matter Announces 10th Anniversary Signature Gala on March 11
Registration and sponsorships now open to support pediatric mental and behavioral health care services through Lee Health and Golisano Children’s Hospital
Nov. 7, 2025 – Kids’ Minds Matter 2026 Signature Gala will honor a decade of rising up to meet the growing needs of Southwest Florida children and shining a light on the lives that have been transformed through the generosity and support of the community. Since 2016, Kids’ Minds Matter has raised money and awareness to improve access to pediatric mental and behavioral health care in our region through Lee Health and Golisano Children’s Hospital, and their community partners.
The theme for the event is “Rise to Shine,” celebrating resilience, healing, and community. Throughout the evening, attendees will hear from young adults and families whose lives have been touched by Kids’ Minds Matter, sharing personal stories of courage and growth. Healthcare professionals and partners will reflect on what they’ve been able to accomplish thanks to the community’s support – innovative programs, expanded services, and new pathways to care that are changing the landscape of mental health in our region.
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