The picture includes senior leadership and members of the surgical services team at HCA Florida Highlands Hospital marking the addition of new urologic treatment technology with a ribbon-cutting ceremony
October 13, 2026 – HCA Florida Highlands Hospital is expanding its surgical services to include robotic-assisted waterjet treatment for eligible patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as an enlarged prostate.
“This new capability reflects our commitment to investing in technology, treatment options and the expertise needed to meet the needs of our community,” said Henry Capote, chief executive officer of HCA Florida Highlands Hospital.
This advanced, minimally invasive treatment is designed to improve urinary symptoms caused by an enlarged prostate, such as frequent urination, difficulty urinating or a weak urine stream. Using real-time imaging and robotic-assisted technology, doctors can precisely remove the prostate tissue causing the blockage while tailoring the treatment for each patient’s unique anatomy.
Patients interested in learning more about treatment options for an enlarged prostate can call 855-790-3627 (DOCS) for help finding a doctor. To explore surgical services at HCA Florida Highlands Hospital, visit https://www.hcafloridahealthcare.com/locations/highlands-hospital/specialties/surgery.
About HCA Florida Highlands Hospital
HCA Florida Highlands Hospital is a 126-bed acute care facility fully accredited by The Joint Commission. Key services include orthopedic and spine care, urology, cardiac catheterization, and minimally invasive surgery. Additionally, the facility is also home to a dedicated emergency room with senior-friendly amenities, where our focus is on providing faster, accurate treatment and quicker diagnoses. Proudly serving the Sebring, Avon Park, and Lake Placid communities since 1965, HCA Florida Highlands Hospital aims to provide high-quality, exceptional patient care.
About HCA Florida Healthcare
HCA Florida Healthcare, a part of HCA Healthcare, is one of Florida’s leading healthcare networks. Its 11,200 physicians and 80,000 colleagues work together to deliver evidence-based, collaborative care through nearly 12.8 million patient encounters annually. With more than 670 connected care sites—including hospitals, physician practices, urgent care centers and freestanding emergency rooms—across the state, HCA Florida Healthcare helps expand access to the specialized care patients need. HCA Florida Healthcare hospitals are annually recognized for excellence in patient experience and clinical outcomes, including three facilities ranked in the top 2% nationally for overall clinical excellence. A leader in healthcare education, HCA Florida Healthcare supports the next generation of healthcare workers through its 153 graduate medical education programs across 29 hospitals. In 2025, the network provided more than $1.1 billion in uncompensated care and contributed more than $3.5 million to community organizations across the state.
