MARCH 1, 2024 – HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, a leading healthcare institution in South Florida, proudly announces a groundbreaking advancement in urological care by introducing the Optilume® BPH Catheter System. Dr. Chris Hollowell, a distinguished urologist, performed the first surgery at HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, marking a significant milestone as the first HCA healthcare hospital to offer this revolutionary procedure.
Dr. Chris Hollowell, the urologist who performed the inaugural urological procedure, expressed, “This is a game-changer in the treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. The immediate relief it provides and its minimal invasiveness marks a new era in urological care. We are proud to pioneer this technique at HCA Florida Northwest Hospital.”
Kenneth Jones, CEO of HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, stated, “We are thrilled to be at the forefront of medical innovation by introducing this advanced technique for prostate care. This achievement reaffirms our commitment to providing our community with cutting-edge healthcare solutions.”
The innovative urological treatment offers a 20-minute outpatient procedure, addressing the common issue of BPH affecting a significant percentage of aging men. This FDA-approved technology, a drug-coated balloon, provides immediate and lasting relief for lower urinary tract symptoms associated with BPH.
Key Highlights of Optilume BPH Catheter System:
– Clinically proven safe and effective
– Immediate and durable symptom relief
– Minimal catheter time post-procedure
– No impact on sexual function
– Quick recovery
– Highest clinically reported flow rates of any minimal invasive therapy
– In-office/outpatient procedure
– No cutting, heating, burning, lasering, steaming, or implantation
About HCA Florida Healthcare:
HCA Florida Healthcare, a part of HCA Healthcare, is a family of more than 650 affiliated sites of care, including hospitals, physician practices, freestanding emergency rooms and urgent care centers. United as a statewide network in 2022, HCA Florida Healthcare includes approximately 11,000 experienced doctors and more than 79,000 colleagues working together to deliver equitable, evidence-based collaborative care to more than 8.6 million patients each year. HCA Florida Healthcare is committed to improving more lives in more ways and giving back to the communities it serves. The network provides more than $848.8 million in uncompensated care and contributes $2.1 million to community organizations across the state. In addition, HCA Florida Healthcare offers patients access to highly-trained specialists, including the state’s largest cardiovascular network. A strong advocate for the next generation of healthcare professionals, HCA Florida Healthcare is also a major supporter of university-based healthcare programs and residencies and fellowships throughout the Sunshine State. For more information, please visit HCAFloridaHealthcare.com.
About HCA Florida Northwest Hospital
HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, an award-winning 289-bed acute care hospital, has served communities across northern Broward County and South Florida for more than 30 years. HCA Florida Northwest Hospital provides award-winning care using the latest state-of-the-art advancements in medical technology with a focus on excellence in patient safety and care experience. A Joint Commission-accredited hospital and primary stroke center, HCA Florida Northwest Hospital is known for its heart and vascular care; women’s services – including maternity care – and the only Level III NICU in northern Broward County; 24/7 emergency medicine; minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery; orthopedic, spine and neurological care, and more.
HCA Florida Northwest Hospital is a part of HCA Florida Healthcare, the leading provider of healthcare in the state of Florida. With an employee base of 77,000, HCA Florida Healthcare’s comprehensive network includes 49 hospital campuses and more than 450 other care sites.
