April 23, 2025 – HCA Florida JFK North Hospital proudly announces the grand opening of its expansion in its Interventional Services Department, marking a significant milestone in the hospital’s ongoing commitment to expanding access to high-quality, advanced care for the Palm Beach community.
This state-of-the-art department brings together a full spectrum of Interventional Services—including Interventional Radiology, Vascular Surgery, Interventional Oncology, and added Diagnostic Cardiology—under one roof. With the launch of this new department, HCA Florida JFK North Hospital is now positioned to offer comprehensive interventional care, supporting earlier diagnoses, minimally invasive procedures, and faster recovery times for patients.
“We are incredibly proud to expand our Interventional Services Department as part of our mission to transform healthcare and better meet the needs of our community,” said Ashley Vertuno, CEO of HCA Florida JFK North Hospital. “This second lab is the result of collaboration between our physicians, nurses, hospital staff, and leadership—all with our patients at the center of every decision.”
The department’s launch aligns with the hospital’s broader strategic plan to enhance specialty care offerings and improve health outcomes across the region. The advanced imaging, diagnostic, and procedural capabilities of the Interventional Lab will allow patients to receive critical treatments close to home, with the confidence of knowing they’re receiving expert, compassionate care.
“This is more than a new department—it’s a new era of care at HCA Florida JFK North Hospital with the expansion of cardiac services rounding out the full interventional spectrum of services for the community,” said Andrew Wright, Chief Operating Officer. “We’re proud to invest in services that matter most to our patients and look forward to continued growth and innovation.”
About HCA Florida JFK North Hospital
HCA Florida JFK North Hospital, a 280-bed acute care facility, has served Palm Beach County for nearly 50 years. Recognized among Healthgrades’ 2024 America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic and Spine Surgery, the hospital is also an Advanced Primary Stroke Center. Conveniently located near I-95, the hospital offers 24/7 emergency care for all ages and specializes in behavioral health, spine, general surgery, gastrointestinal care, women’s health, orthopedics, urology, and vascular services. With a focus on innovation and compassionate care, HCA Florida JFK North Hospital is proud to serve West Palm Beach and surrounding communities. For more information, please visit HCAFloridaHealthcare.com.
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. As one of the state’s leading healthcare networks, HCA Florida Healthcare’s 11,100 experienced doctors and more than 84,000 colleagues work together to deliver equitable, evidence-based collaborative care through more than 12 million patient encounters annually. HCA Florida Healthcare is committed to improving more lives in more ways and giving back to the communities it serves. In 2024, the network provided more than $1 billion in uncompensated care and contributed more than $3.7 million to community organizations across the state. In addition, HCA Florida Healthcare offers patients access to highly trained specialists, including the state’s most comprehensive cardiovascular network. A strong advocate for the next generation of healthcare professionals, HCA Florida Healthcare is a leader in in training future healthcare professionals, offering 151 Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs at 27 different hospitals with more than 2,400 residents. For more information, please visit HCAFloridaHealthcare.com.