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Newsweek ranks Baptist Health Paducah among Kentucky's best hospitals
Baptist Health Paducah was ranked the No. 8 hospital in Kentucky on Newsweek's "America's Best-in-State Hospitals 2027" list.
This Baptist Health center is closing in Miami Beach. What it means for patients
The leased location was like a one-stop shop for care, offering urgent and primary care, diagnostic imaging and physical therapy.
Gloria Drummond Patient Tower Opens at Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Patients in Palm Beach and Broward counties now have expanded access to advanced specialty care close to home with the opening of the new Gloria Drummond Patient Tower at Boca Raton Regional Hospital, part of Baptist Health.
$26M building permit issued for Baptist Health College, 11900 Colonel Glenn Road
Building permits for the Little Rock metro area; projects valued at $75,000 or more.
Mathew McGillivray, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute as a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
November 3, 2026– Physical medicine and rehabilitation physician Mathew McGillivray, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute. Dr. McGillivray specializes in nonsurgical care for musculoskeletal conditions and […]
Matthew J. LaVelle, M.D., M.S.E., Joins Baptist Health Orthopedic Care as Orthopedic Surgeon - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
November 3, 2026 – Board-certified orthopedic surgeon Matthew J. LaVelle, M.D., M.S.E., has joined Baptist Health Orthopedic Care. Dr. LaVelle specializes in hip and knee reconstructive surgery, including primary and […]
Deerush Kannan Sakthivel, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Urology - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
November 2, 2026 – Fellowship-trained urologist Deerush Kannan Sakthivel, MD, has joined Baptist Urology. He provides comprehensive general urologic care, including the management of kidney stones, benign prostatic conditions, voiding […]
Baptist Health to expand advanced cardiovascular services at Baptist South - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
The new unit will bring new heart surgeries and procedures closer to home for residents of southern Duval and northern St. Johns counties. November 5, 2026 – Baptist Health is expanding […]
Pensacola-based Baptist Health Care announces CEO's 2027 retirement and successor
Mark Faulkner, who has led the health system for 14 years, is stepping down at the end of June, with chief operating officer Brett Aldridge becoming the fifth CEO in the organization's 75-year history.
Baptist Health: When clocks fall back, bodies need time to catch up
Clocks are set back for Daylight Savings Time. From "falling back," Baptist Health Paducah says the body may also need time to catch up.
Baptist Health Care President Mark Faulkner to retire in 2027
Baptist Health Care President and CEO Mark Faulkner announced this week that is retiring on June 30, 2027 after 14 years. He has been with Baptist for 34 years in total.
Baptist Health Care President Mark Faulkner to retire in 2027
Baptist Health Care President and CEO Mark Faulkner announced this week that is retiring on June 30, 2027 after 14 years.
Baptist Health (JAX) expands pediatric care network with acquisition of two Jacksonville-area practices - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Addition of Jacksonville Beach and Southside Pediatric Care Centers locations strengthens access to coordinated pediatric care across the region. Jacksonville, Fla., November 2, 2026 – Baptist Health is expanding its […]
Baptist Health adds two Jacksonville-area pediatric practices
Baptist Health has added two Jacksonville-area pediatric practices to its network, connecting community-based care with services at Wolfson Children’s Hospital.
Baptist Health expands pediatric services in Jacksonville
The not-for-profit hospital group acquired two Privia Medical Group clinics.
Baptist Health Palliative Medicine Program Helps Cancer Patients, Families at Every Stage of Treatment - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
By Vanessa Orr Siglinda Flores, APRN, Baptist Health South Florida, has always felt that palliative care was her calling. As a person who cares for patients who are being treated […]
Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care Is Changing the Landscape of Medicine with Robotic Cardiac Surgery - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
For decades, heart surgery often meant a large incision, opening the breastbone and a lengthy recovery. Today, robotic-assisted surgery is helping reshape that experience, allowing highly trained surgeons to perform […]
Sarah Seeherman, DO, Joins Baptist Health Primary Care as a Family Medicine Physician - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Board-certified family medicine physician Sarah Seeherman, D.O., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care. Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. Seeherman completed her family medicine residency at the University of Missouri-Kansas […]
Sarah Talebagha, MD, Joins Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Vascular surgeon Sarah Talebagha, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, part of Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care. Before joining Baptist Health, Dr. Talebagha practiced with […]
Baptist Health Breaks Ground on New Home of Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Baptist Health recently broke ground on the new home of Baptist Health Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute, part of Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care. During the ceremony, Baptist Health […]
Michael F. Walsh, MD, Joins Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute as Deputy Director and Chief of Prevention - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute is pleased to welcome Michael F. Walsh, M.D., a board-certified medical geneticist specializing in hereditary cancer predisposition. Dr. Walsh will serve as deputy director […]
Baptist Health Lexington shares photos of NICU babies in Halloween costumes
Baptist Health said the costumes brought a touch of holiday magic to the NICU.
Baptist Health Lexington shares photos of NICU babies in Halloween costumes
Baptist Health Lexington shared some photos of babies in the neonatal intensive care unit wearing costumes to celebrate the Halloween season.
Erin Gillaspie, M.D. M.P.H., Joins Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute as Chief of Thoracic Surgery - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
October 28, 2026 – Erin Gillaspie, M.D., M.P.H., has joined Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute and Baptist Health Cancer Care as chief of thoracic surgery. Dr. Gillaspie is dual […]
Fortune Media and Great Place To Work Name Baptist Health South Florida to 2026 Best Workplaces for Women List - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
October 28, 2026 — Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine have named Baptist Health South Florida to the 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™. This year, Baptist Health ranked […]
Baptist Health Foundation Celebrates Philanthropic Generosity and Healthcare Excellence at The Grand Gala 2026 - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
$4.7 Million Raised To Support Extraordinary Patient Care, Research and Innovation at Baptist Health October 27, 2026 – Baptist Health Foundation held its 2026 Grand Gala Saturday, October 24 the Loews […]
Baptist Health, PeriGen launch centralized OB Hub across seven delivery hospitals
In an effort to ensure mothers and babies remain monitored after delivery, Baptist Health is partnering with maternal and fetal care technology company, PeriGen
Baptist Health launches AI-driven platform for improving outcomes for mothers and babies
Baptist Health announced a partnership with PeriGen to launch a centralized OB Hub utilizing AI-powered technology to enhance monitoring for mothers and babies across its seven delivery hospitals.
Baptist Health expands Hospital at Home program to South Jacksonville
More than 300 patients have been transferred to their residences for care.
Breast Cancer Care and Heart Health: What Black Women Need to Know
Black women face disproportionately high rates of heart disease and breast cancer mortality. Understanding how both are connected can help women advocate for screening, treatment and follow-up, say experts with Baptist Health.
Baptist Health Paducah to host Baby & Family Health Expo
Baptist Health Paducah will host a Baby & Family Health Expo for growing families on Tuesday, Oct. 27.
Baptist Health chief medical officer addresses surge in storm-related emergencies
Sarah Talebagha, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
October 19, 2026 – Vascular surgeon Sarah Talebagha, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute, part of Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care. Dr. Talebagha specializes in […]
Baptist Health NICU reunion celebrates premature baby graduates, families
Baptist Health hosts American Bluegrass Classic
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Baptist Health Hamburg hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Walk
A sea of pink could be seen outside Baptist Health Hamburg on Saturday morning, as the hospital held its third annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk.
Baptist Health South Florida Named as One of the 2026 Best Workplaces in Health Care by Fortune Media and Great Place To Work - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
It is the highest-ranked Florida-based healthcare system on the list October 13, 2026 — Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine have named Baptist Health South Florida to the 2026 […]
Baptist Health Foundation Announces $1 Million Grant from Knight Foundation to Advance Healthcare Technology Innovation Fellowship - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Renewed investment will support the next five years of the Baptist Health Knight Foundation Fellowship in Healthcare Technology Innovation October 13, 2026 – Baptist Health Foundation today announced a $1 million […]
Michael F. Walsh, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute as Deputy Director and Chief of Prevention - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
October 12, 2026 – Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute is pleased to welcome Michael F. Walsh, M.D., a board-certified medical geneticist specializing in hereditary cancer predisposition. Dr. Walsh will […]
Florida Panthers to Host Fifth Annual ‘Pink in the Rink’ Night Presented by Baptist Health Cancer Care & Promise Fund on Saturday, Oct. 17 - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
October 12, 2026 – The Florida Panthers announced today the club will hold their fifth annual ‘Pink in the Rink’ night on Saturday, Oct. 17 in conjunction with Baptist Health […]
Florida Panthers to Host Fifth Annual ‘Pink in the Rink’ Night Presented by Baptist Health Cancer Care & Promise Fund on Saturday, Oct. 17
SUNRISE, Fla. - The Florida Panthers announced today the club will hold their fifth annual ‘Pink in the Rink’ night on Saturday, Oct. 17 in conjunction with Baptist Health Cancer Care and Promise Fund when the Panthers host the Seattle Kraken at 6 p.m. (ET) at Amerant Bank Arena. The
Daniela Lozano, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute as a Headache Neurologist - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
October 9, 2026 – Board-certified and fellowship-trained neurologist Daniela Lozano, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute. Her clinical interests include migraine and other headache disorders, women’s […]
Miami billionaire Ken Griffin boosts hospital gift to $75M. Here’s what to know
Baptist Health breaks ground on the Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute in Kendall
Bankrupt Ouachita County Medical Center reportedly eyed by UAMS, Baptist Health
CAMDEN -- The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and Baptist Health have expressed interest in buying Ouachita County Medical Center, the hospital's CEO told the county Quorum Court this week.
Baptist Health buys Coral Gables office building for $39M as region’s health care heavyweights compete for space
Baptist Health South Florida picked up a Coral Gables office building for $39 million, the latest booster shot to its regional growth. The health care system bought the property at 2855 Le Jeune Road from City National Bank, in a deal that pencils out to $321 per square foot, according to records and real estate database Vizzda. The bank sold the four-story building after it leased 145,000 square feet for its headquarters at 2701 South Le Jeune Road, also in Coral Gables. The space consolidated staff members working in its former Coral Gables building, as well as in Brickell and […]
Baptist Health Breaks Ground on New Home of Kenneth C. Griffin Neuroscience Institute and Announces $75 Million Total Gift to Neuroscience Research and Care - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
Stephen Blumenthal, Board Chair, Baptist Health Foundation ,Alex Villoch, Chief Executive Officer, Baptist Health Foundation ,Michael McDermott, M.D., System Chief Executive of Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care, Chief Medical […]
Baptist Health, Seale Harris Clinic Named Lead Tenants at Riverwalk Health Center
Baptist Health and Seale Harris Clinic have signed leases to become lead tenants at the planned Riverwalk Health & Wellness Center in Hoover, with the facility
Forbes names science center as top 250 healthcare employer in new ranking
Forbes ranked the UT Health Science Center at San Antonio in the top 250 healthcare employers for 2026 alongside two other hospital systems in San Antonio. University Health was ranked at 128, Baptist Health System at 199 and the UT Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio at 240. This list determines which hospital systems...
Eva Maria Urrechaga, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care - Florida Hospital News and Healthcare Report
October 6, 2026 – Vascular surgeon Eva Maria Urrechaga, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Heart & Vascular Care at Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute. She specializes in evaluating […]
Baptist Health to provide free flu vaccines at Goodwill locations this November
Baptist Health and Goodwill of Arkansas are teaming p to provide free flu shots to community members this fall.
Baptist Health Paducah to offer lung cancer screenings during Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Baptist Health Paducah will set aside low dose lung cancer screening appointments Friday, Nov. 13, in recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
Baptist Health restores IT systems following server outage
Baptist Health-Central Alabama said Monday its IT systems have been restored after a server outage knocked its systems offline last week.
Baptist Health restores IT systems following server outage
Baptist Health-Central Alabama said Monday its IT systems have been restored after a server outage knocked its systems offline last week.
Christina Mezes, D.O., Joins Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute as a Urogynecologist
October 1, 2026 – Board-certified obstetrics and gynecology physician and fellowship-trained urogynecologist Christina Mezes, D.O., has joined the Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute in Boca Raton, a part of Baptist Health South Florida. Dr. Mezes provides care for women with pelvic floor disorders, including pelvic organ prolapse and urinary and fecal incontinence. […]
Patrick F. Szukics, D.O., Joins Baptist Health Orthopedic Care as Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon
October 1, 2026 – Fellowship-trained orthopedic sports medicine surgeon Patrick F. Szukics, D.O., has joined Baptist Health Orthopedic Care. Dr. Szukics specializes in diagnosing and treating sports-related and orthopedic injuries of the hip, knee, shoulder and ankle. His expertise includes minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery, shoulder replacement, and the treatment of tendon and ligament injuries. He […]
American Cancer Society and Baptist Health Announce Partnership to Expand Cancer Screening Efforts
September 30, 2026 — The American Cancer Society (ACS) is expanding its efforts to improve access to cancer screening and early detection in Southeast Florida through an exclusive partnership with Baptist Health. This effort focuses on breaking down barriers to screening, raising awareness about prevention, and helping more people access recommended cancer screening tests. “This […]
Orlando Health completes acquisition of RMC Health System in Anniston
Orlando Health completes acquisition of RMC Health System in Alabama, renaming the facility Baptist Health Calhoun Hospital.
Baptist Health Calhoun Hospital Foundation Golf Classic Set for Oct. 7
ANNISTON, AL. — The Baptist Health Calhoun Hospital Memorial Foundation will host its annual Golf Classic on Wednesday, Oct. 7, with proceeds benefiting the health system. The tournament will feature a four-person scramble format with a shotgun start. Golfers may participate in either the morning session, beginning at 7:30 a.m., or the afternoon session, beginning […]
Miami Dolphins Academy Fall Donation Presented by Baptist Health Delivers Equipment to Plantation High School Tackle Football Program
Community service projects across South Florida will bring together volunteers, partners and community leaders throughout October, culminating on Jenkins’ birthday.
Orlando Health acquires RMC Health System in Anniston
Orlando Health has completed its acquisition of RMC Health System in Anniston, renaming it Baptist Health Calhoun Hospital, with plans for significant upgrades and expanded care.
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RMC Health System officially becomes Baptist Health Calhoun Hospital
ANNISTON, Ala. (WBMA) — A major change in health care is now official for patients and families across Anniston and Northeast Alabama.Orlando Health announced T
American Cancer Society and Baptist Health Announce Partnership to Expand Cancer Screening Efforts
September 30, 2026 — The American Cancer Society (ACS) is expanding its efforts to improve access to cancer screening and early detection in Southeast Florida through an exclusive partnership with Baptist Health. This effort focuses on breaking down barriers to screening, raising awareness about prevention, and helping more people access recommended cancer screening tests. “This […]
Paducah Chamber to host Judge Executive forum; Baptist Health blood drive continues
The Paducah Chamber will host its Judge Executive Forum Thursday. The forum will be available to view on WPSD at Midday, or via stream. And Baptist Health will enter day
Fellowship-Trained Neuro-Oncologist Nishika Karbhari, MD, Joins Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute
Fellowship-trained neuro-oncologist Nishika Karbhari, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute. Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. Karbhari completed a neuro-oncology fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. She previously completed an internal medicine internship and neurology residency at Dartmouth Health in Lebanon, NH, serving as academic chief resident during her final year. […]
Junney Baeza Dager, MD, Joins Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute as a Nonsurgical Spine Care Physician
Junney Baeza Dager, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute at Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care as a nonsurgical spine care physician. Dr. Baeza Dager earned her medical degree from the University of Cartagena School of Medicine in Colombia. After completing a transitional-year internship at St. Vincent of Paul University Hospital in Medellin, […]
Kriti Ahuja, MD, Joins Baptist Health Wertheim Cancer Institute as a Breast Medical Oncologist
Baptist Health Wertheim Cancer Institute is pleased to welcome Kriti Ahuja, M.D., a board-certified medical oncologist specializing in breast cancer. Dr. Ahuja earned her medical degree from Maulana Azad Medical College in New Delhi, India. She completed an internal medicine residency at John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital of Cook County in Chicago before pursuing a […]
Jared Goldstein, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Urology
September 18, 2026 – Baptist Health is pleased to announce the addition of Jared Goldstein, M.D., a highly skilled urologist and urologic surgeon, to the Baptist Health Urology team. Dr. Goldstein brings to the community extensive expertise in general urology, minimally invasive surgery and men’s health services. Dr. Goldstein specializes in the diagnosis and treatment […]
Glendy Jimenez, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Primary Care as an Internal Medicine Physician
September 15, 2026 – Board-certified internal medicine physician Glendy Jimenez, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care. Dr. Jimenez provides comprehensive primary care for adults, with a focus on preventive medicine, women’s health and chronic disease management. She is passionate about helping patients prevent illness through early detection, education and personalized care and promoting healthy […]
Tamara Jordan, D.O., MPH, Joins Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute as a Sleep Medicine Physician
September 11, 2026 – Sleep medicine physician Tamara Jordan, D.O., MPH has joined Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute. Her clinical interests include sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy and sleep-related movement disorders. She evaluates and treats sleep disorders that can affect a patient’s overall health, daytime function and quality of life. Dr. Jordan earned her medical degree from […]
Brian Grose, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Primary Care as a Family Medicine Physician
September 11, 2026 – Board-certified family medicine physician Brian Grose, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care. He provides comprehensive primary and preventive care, with clinical interests that include chronic disease management, health optimization and screening for obstructive sleep apnea, diabetes, heart disease and cancer. He is particularly interested in helping patients better understand their […]
Sarah Medley, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Primary Care as a Family Medicine Physician
September 10, 2026 – Board-certified family medicine physician Sarah Medley, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care. Dr. Medley provides comprehensive primary care for patients across the lifespan, with particular experience caring for adults and older adults. Her clinical interests include women’s health, preventive medicine, chronic disease management, healthy aging and comprehensive outpatient primary care. […]
Fernando Alvarez Jr., D.O., Joins Baptist Health Primary Care as a Family Medicine Physician
September 9, 2026 – Board-certified family medicine physician Fernando Alvarez Jr., D.O., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care. Dr. Alvarez provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages, with an emphasis on preventive care and long-term health and wellness. He also performs a variety of office-based procedures, including Pap smears, contraceptive implant and intrauterine device […]
Claudette Barreto Lopez, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Primary Care as a Family Medicine Physician
Septmeber 8, 2026 – Family medicine physician Claudette Barreto Lopez, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care. Dr. Barreto Lopez provides comprehensive primary care with an emphasis on preventive medicine and health maintenance. Her clinical interests include women’s health, nutrition and lifestyle medicine, and she works with patients to incorporate sustainable lifestyle changes that support […]
Matthew David Hall, M.D., MBA, Installed as Endowed Chair in Pediatric Oncology at Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute
September 4, 2026 – Matthew D. Hall, M.D., MBA, lead pediatric radiation oncologist at Baptist Health Herbert Wertheim Cancer Institute, part of Baptist Health Cancer Care, was formally installed as the Endowed Chair in Pediatric Radiation Oncology during a ceremony and reception held September 2 at Mr. C Miami in Coconut Grove. The installation ceremony […]
Ahmad Ali Daher, D.O., Joins Baptist Health Primary Care as a Family Medicine Physician
September 4, 2026 – Family medicine physician Ahmad Ali Daher, D.O., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care. Dr. Daher provides comprehensive primary care, including preventive care, chronic disease management, wellness and lifestyle counseling and care for acute illnesses. His clinical interests include preventive medicine, sports medicine and ringside medicine. Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. […]
Kriti Ahuja, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Wertheim Cancer Institute as a Breast Medical Oncologist
September 3, 2026 – Baptist Health Wertheim Cancer Institute is pleased to welcome Kriti Ahuja, M.D., a board-certified medical oncologist specializing in breast cancer. Her clinical interests focus on the comprehensive treatment of patients with breast malignancies, while her research has explored breast cancer, cancer survivorship, second primary malignancies and novel cancer therapies. “We are […]
Baptist Health Foundation Receives $1.5 Million Gift from Robins & Morton to Benefit Baptist Health Homestead Hospital
September 2, 2026 – Baptist Health Foundation announced today a $1.5 million gift from Robins & Morton, a national commercial construction firm, to support the Baptist Health Homestead Hospital Clinical Expansion Fund. The gift will help fund the construction of a new four-story, 134,000-square-foot tower at Homestead Hospital in Homestead, Florida. The expansion will increase […]
Junney Baeza Dager, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute as a Nonsurgical Spine Care Physician
August 31, 2026 – Junney Baeza Dager, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute at Baptist Health Brain & Spine Care as a nonsurgical spine care physician. Board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation with specialized expertise in spinal cord injury medicine, Dr. Baeza Dager focuses on helping people with neurological conditions improve their function, […]
Nathan J. Nordmann, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute as Director of Spinal Oncology and Co-Director of Spinal Radiosurgery
August 27, 2026 – Fellowship-trained neurosurgeon Nathan J. Nordmann, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience as director of spinal oncology and co-director of spinal radiosurgery. He specializes in the surgical treatment of conditions affecting the brain and spine, with advanced expertise in primary and metastatic spinal tumors, complex spinal pathology and minimally invasive surgical techniques. […]
Harel Deutsch, M.D., Joins Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute as Director of Spine Surgery
August 24, 2026 – Fellowship-trained, board-certified neurosurgeon Harel Deutsch, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Miami Neuroscience Institute as director of spine surgery. An internationally recognized leader in spinal surgery, Dr. Deutsch specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, motion preservation surgery and the treatment of failed back surgery syndrome. He brings nearly three decades of experience […]
Baptist Health to partner with KBC for blood drive Wednesday, Thursday
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Some Baptist Health systems temporarily offline
Baptist Health Central Alabama is managing an unexpected IT disruption after a server outage at a third-party vendor knocked systems offline Monday afternoon.
Baptist Health Central Alabama hit by vendor IT outage; hospitals remain open
Officials confirmed all three Baptist Health hospitals remain open, and emergency rooms continue to accept patients experiencing medical emergencies.
Baptist Health names new president of Fort Smith, Van Buren facilities
Little Rock-based Baptist Health on Friday (Sept. 26) named Brandi Stewart president of its hospitals in Fort Smith and Van Buren effective immediately. Stewart, the former chief nursing officer for...
Baptist Health Foundation Receives $1 Million Gift from Julio and Alexandra Herrera
Baptist Health Foundation announced a $1 million gift from Julio C. and Alexandra Herrera to support care for women and infants at Baptist Hospital and South Miami Hospital. The gift will be divided evenly, with $500,000 supporting the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at South Miami Hospital and $500,000 supporting the transformation of the Lake […]
Baptist Health South Florida and Lifepoint Rehabilitation Celebrate Grand Opening of New Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital in South Miami
Baptist Health South Florida and Lifepoint Rehabilitation recently held a celebratory ribbon cutting to officially open the Baptist Health Rehabilitation Hospital in South Miami. The new 62-bed, state-of-the-art building expands regional access to specialized, patient-centered rehabilitation care for individuals recovering from a decline in function due to an injury or illness. The three-story, 100,000 square-foot […]
Baptist Health Baptist Hospital Completes Phase 1 of Lake Pavilion Renovation
(l-r) Dr. Larry Spiegelman, Medical Director of Women’s Health Care; Rachel Evers, AVP of Nursing, Baptist Hospital; Cassandra Pitter, Director of Nursing Services Baptist Health celebrated the completion of the first phase of a $120 million transformation of Baptist Health Baptist Hospital’s Lake Pavilion, a multi-phase renovation project designed to enhance the experience of care […]
Steven Vassil, DO, Joins Baptist Health Primary Care as a Family Medicine Physician
Board-certified family medicine physician Steven Vassil, D.O., has joined Baptist Health Primary Care. Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. Vassil completed his family medicine residency at the Baptist Health South Florida–Florida International University Family Medicine Residency Program, where he cared for a diverse patient population and supervised medical students through Florida International University’s NeighborhoodHELP Program. […]
Drs. Zachary Daily and Sana Shaukat Join Baptist Health Primary Care as Internal Medicine Physicians
Internal medicine physicians Zachary Daily, D.O., and Sana Shaukat, M.D., have joined Baptist Health Primary Care. Prior to joining Baptist Health, Dr. Daily completed his internal medicine residency training at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, FL, and […]
Baptist Health Names New Chief Human Resources Officer
Baptist Health has named Denver Mitchell as executive vice president and chief human resources officer (CHRO). Mitchell has more than 22 years of experience in human resources, 16 of those within the health care sector. She joins Baptist Health from Cape Fear Valley Health in Fayetteville, NC, where she served as senior vice president and […]
Baptist Health, Cigna reach agreement restoring in-network access for patients
Baptist Health has announced a multi-year agreement restoring in-network access for Cigna members to Baptist Health and Wolfson Children’s Hospital services. The change is effective immediately.
Miami Dolphins Academy Fall Donation Presented by Baptist Health Delivers Equipment to Royal Palm Beach High School Tackle Football Program
This year’s equipment donation included tackle sleds, a tackle wheel, agiles, power drinkers, new cleats, footballs, pads and more to help enhance the tackle football program.
St. Johns County adds hospital and medical offerings as region continues to grow
UF Health and Baptist Health will open hospitals and medical facilities next week, with more expansion ahead for those systems and other healthcare companies.
Help Was Nearby: Athlete, 25, Survives Near-Fatal Aortic Tear
When Danny Cruz, 25, suffered a near-fatal tear in his aorta, he was lucky help was nearby—at Baptist Health Bethesda Hospital East and at Boca Raton Regional Hospital, where Bradley Taylor, M.D., performed life-saving surgery.
Baptist Health Hardin opens 24,000-s.f. facility
Baptist Health Hardin and Intuitive Health opened a combined emergency room and urgent care facility in Radcliff, offering 24/7 imaging and lab services.
Baptist Health Hardin opens 24,000-s.f. facility
Baptist Health Hardin and Intuitive Health opened a combined emergency room and urgent care facility in Radcliff, offering 24/7 imaging and lab services.