Author: Dorron Blumberg

UHealth’s New Hypertension Clinic Offers In-Depth Screening for Stroke and Cardiac Risk

Posted by | Dec 6, 2018 | |

The University of Health System’s new Hypertension Clinic provides in-depth screening and personalized treatment for high blood pressure, the number one risk for heart attack and stroke, the leading causes of death in the United States.
 
“About 45 percent of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, but many don’t realize it until they show up in the emergency room,” said Maria Carolina Delgado-Lelievre, M.D., assistant professor of medicine. “Hypertension also runs in families, so it’s important for children and grandchildren to be screened, as well as adults.”

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Hialeah Hospital Celebrates Cuban Doctors’ Day

Posted by | Dec 6, 2018 | |

Hialeah Hospital paid tribute to its dedicated physicians on Cuban Doctors’ Day which commemorates the birthday of Carlos Finlay, a Cuban physician and scientist recognized as a pioneer in yellow fever research. The physicians at Hialeah Hospital enjoyed a special lunch and dessert spread as a thank you for their tireless work and dedication that they have shown to their patients. 

 

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HEALTH CARE DISTRICT’S HOSPITAL, LAKESIDE MEDICAL CENTER, RECEIVES AN "A" FOR PATIENT SAFETY FROM THE LEAPFROG GROUP

Posted by | Dec 6, 2018 | |

Lakeside Medical Center, a 70-bed, rural acute care teaching hospital accredited by The Joint Commission and operated by the Health Care District of Palm Beach County, is proud to be one of just five Palm Beach County hospitals to receive an ‘A’ Safety Grade from the The Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2018 Hospital Safety Grade. The designation recognizes Lakeside Medical Center’s efforts in protecting patients from harm and meeting the highest safety standards in the United States. 

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Jupiter Medical Center Earns National Award for Quality – Medical Center is the only facility in Palm Beach and Martin counties named a Top Hospital by Leapfrog

Posted by | Dec 5, 2018 | |

Highlighting its outstanding patient safety and quality, Jupiter Medical Center is among an elite group in the nation named a Top General Hospital by The Leapfrog Group. Announced today, the Leapfrog Top Hospital award is widely acknowledged as one of the most competitive honors American hospitals can receive. The Top Hospital designation is awarded by The Leapfrog Group, an independent hospital watchdog organization.  

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BROWARD HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER AND NEIL MIRANSKY, D.O. HONORED BY LIFE ALLIANCE ORGAN RECOVERY AGENCY

Posted by | Dec 5, 2018 | |

Broward Health Medical Center and Neil Miransky, D.O. were recognized at the Miracles of Life Awards which took place on Friday, Nov. 30 and hosted by the University of Miami’s Life Alliance Organ Recovery Agency. The ceremony honored the work of individuals and partner hospitals saving lives through organ, eye and tissue donation.  

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