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Pinecraft, FL · Health
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Watson Clinic Recruits Additional Physician & Providers
Watson Clinic recently welcomed the following new additions to their team of expert physicians and providers. Ruby E. Martinez, OD is an Optometry specialist who treats patients from Watson Clinic Main at 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd. in Lakeland. Her areas of expertise include comprehensive eye exams for patients of all ages, and the management and treatment of complex eye diseases such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye and glaucoma. Dr. Martinez earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Bioscience from the University of South Florida in Tampa, FL, and her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Kentucky College of Optometry in Pikeville, KY. She completed her Primary Care and Ocular Disease residency at Jacksonville North VA Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, and she is a member of the American Optometric Association and the Florida Optometric Association. She is bilingual in English and Spanish.
The Laker/Lutz News
MS & Neuromuscular Center of Excellence opens comprehensive multiple sclerosis center in Lutz
As the Tampa Bay region continues to grow, so does the need for specialized healthcare. To help meet that demand, the MS & Neuromuscular Center of Excellence (MSN) will open a new comprehensive multiple sclerosis center in Lutz on August 20, expanding access to expert neurological care for patients across Central Florida.
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Tampa General to Deploy Nation’s First Blood Drone Network
When a patient is bleeding severely after a crash or other traumatic injury, every minute without blood reduces the chances of survival. Tampa General Hospital is preparing to launch what it says is the nation’s first emergency medical services-operated drone network for delivering whole blood directly to trauma scenes.
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Tampa General Hospital Adds Storm Drains and Check Valves to Hurricane Protection System
Tampa General Hospital installed 20 storm drains and 18 check valves across its Davis Islands campus. These additions keep floodwater from entering through underground drainage systems. Workers reinforced manholes. They expanded AquaFence protection to six more buildings this year. Check valves act like one-way doors in the main storm drain...
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Tampa General Fortifies Hospital With Bigger AquaFence Before Hurricane Season
Tampa General Hospital is adding more layers to its flood defenses, expanding the AquaFence system that helped keep the Davis Islands campus operating during Hurricane Helene. The work is aimed at protecting a hospital that cannot simply close its doors when Tampa Bay’s next major storm arrives. New Barriers...
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TGH Lung Institute
TAMPA (Bloom) – The TGH Lung Institute at Tampa General Hospital and the University of South Florida is a newly established institute designed to bring together the expertise, resources and specialized programs needed to provide comprehensive care for patients with lung disease. The mission of the TGH Lung Institute is to improve access, quality, and outcomes through integrated, team-based care, advancing innovation and research while serving as a destination for pulmonary medicine across Florida and the region.
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HCA Florida Healthcare taps new CEO to lead two Tampa hospitals
HCA Florida Healthcare announced last week that it is promoting a leader from within its West Florida division to take the helm of two of its Tampa hospitals. Samuel “Sam” Boadi, the former chief operating officer of HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital in Brooksville, has been named CEO of HCA Florida South Tampa and West Tampa hospitals.
The Laker/Lutz News
Doctor-owned practice ensures families see the same dentist
LUTZ – MyDental is marking its seventh year of caring for families across the Tampa Bay region. MyDental was co-founded and is co-owned by Dr. Marina Shurova, a dentist, and her husband, a U.S. Army Ranger who supports the practice’s operations and helps care for Spanish-speaking patients. That...
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USF medical bus for underserved patients’ needs funding
TAMPA, Fla. — The Mo-Bull Nurse Medical Clinic operated by the University of South Florida College of Nursing has been providing healthcare needs for free to underserved communities in Tampa Bay for the past four years under a $3.8 million federal grant which ended this month for the pilot program, according to Dean Usha Menon.
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Moffitt Cancer Center leaves Humana’s Medicare Advantage network this month, forcing its patients to switch plans or pay out of network
Cancer patients enrolled in Humana Medicare Advantage plans who receive treatment at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa face a forced choice this month: switch to a different insurance plan or absorb out-of-network costs for their ongoing care. The network exit strips in-network access to one of the nation’s top cancer treatment facilities for an undisclosed […] The post Moffitt Cancer Center leaves Humana’s Medicare Advantage network this month, forcing its patients to switch plans or pay out of network appeared first on The Money Overview .
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New Pinellas Park Rehab Hospital Cuts Ribbon in Gateway Hub
Pinellas Park just added a new player to its medical lineup, as city officials celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of Pinellas County Rehabilitation Hospital, a 36-bed inpatient facility at 3410 Gateway Centre Parkway. City leaders, hospital staff and business partners gathered for the ceremony and posed for photos that the city later shared with short, motivational captions. The hospital says it will serve patients from across the region who need specialized inpatient rehabilitation care.
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335,000 high-dose oxy pills, cash-only: South Florida pharmacy owner found guilty by jury
BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — A federal jury has convicted a Florida pharmacist who prosecutors said illegally dispensed more than 335,000 high-dose oxycodone pills, charging customers cash prices up to 10 times the normal cost and continuing the operation despite warnings from employees and federal authorities. The U.S. Department...
Calm Waters Wellness, LLC
An Apollo Beach wellness clinic offers "Walk and Talk" therapy and more
In the serene community of Apollo Beach, a transformative approach to mental health care is quietly making waves. Calm Waters Wellness has emerged as a beacon of hope and healing in South Hillsborough County, offering a refreshing deviation from traditional therapeutic practices. Situated near the relaxing waters of Apollo Beach, the center is becoming a sanctuary for those seeking to nurture their mental well-being. With a name that evokes tranquility and a mission that champions holistic healing, Calm Waters Wellness is redefining how therapy is experienced. The surrounding natural beauty not only complements their innovative services but also invites clients into a space where they can reconnect with themselves amidst the calming embrace of nature.