North Walton Doctors Hospital

09/23/2025

"I had major back surgery at North Walton Doctors Hospital in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.

Doctor Aaron Creek was my surgeon, and he did a phenomenal job.

Before my surgery, I had blown out a Lumbar disc and was nearly totally disabled. I couldn’t walk at all and had excruciating pain at a 10 level. That night I was home, fully able to walk, and the only pain I have is from the incisions.

I cannot say enough about this outstanding surgeon. Dr. Creek truly cares for his patients and has excellent bedside manners.

He also has a superstar support team. My surgery took over three hours, and recovery a couple more. I wasn’t finished until midnight, but everyone on his surgical team and the tremendous hospital nurses and staff stayed late to ensure I was in good hands.

Dr. Creek is a miracle worker, and the North Walton Doctors Hospital workers are superheroes.

My team of Jennifer (front desk), Myra (head nurse), Lisa, Eva, Dana (respiratory therapist), A.J. (O.R. nurse and guardian angel), Jamie (anesthesiologist), and Austin Campbell were all exceptional.

I hope I didn’t leave anybody out. I would absolutely recommend Neck and Back Institute of Florida and North Walton Doctors Hospital to anyone with severe back or neck issues."

G. Farmer
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Google Review

09/18/2025

Thank you, Mid Bay News, for this insightful article as we celebrate one year of serving our community in Walton County!

North Walton Doctors Hospital celebrated its first year of service with staff, leadership, and community members, emphasizing expanded care and future growth in Walton County.

09/17/2025

THANK YOU. THANK YOU. THANK YOU.

To our community, our staff, and our patients, we are extend our gratitude.

Thank you for making this year so special! Here's to our One Year Anniversary and many more to come!

09/16/2025

Practical giveaways are the best! Thanks to our friends at Prescription Place Pharmacy for donating this door prize, which includes a blood pressure monitor for your home or work!

We look forward to seeing everyone TODAY beginning at 11 am for our One Year Anniversary Celebration!

Must be present to win!

09/12/2025

North Walton Doctor's Hospital is turning ONE, and you’re invited to celebrate with us! 🥳

One Year Anniversary Celebration
📅 Date: Tuesday, September 16th
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Location: North Walton Doctors Hospital

Join us for an afternoon of fun, food, and community as we celebrate our first year of serving DeFuniak Springs and beyond.

✨ Event Highlights:
🍲 Delicious eats from Thai Taste Express Fusion Food Truck
🍧 Snow Cones from I C SNOW
🎂 Cake cutting at 12:00 PM – don’t miss it!
🎁 Door prizes from Prescription Place Pharmacy, Perla Baking Co., 5 Oaks Mercantile, Lou Lou Beans Gift Shop, Freeport, Fl, Fisher's Pharmacy, and more!

This is our way of saying thank you for the incredible support we’ve received this past year. Bring your friends and family—we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 💙

09/10/2025

🫀 What’s Your Heart Score?

A Cardiac Calcium Scoring scan is a quick, painless way to check your risk for heart disease.

✅ Why it matters: Calcium in your arteries can be an early sign of heart disease or even heart attack.
✅ Who should consider it: Adults ages 40–70 with moderate risk factors.
✅ What to expect:
5–10 minutes on a CT table
No needles, no prep, no dye
Simple images of your heart at rest
Results show your calcium score, which helps your doctor understand your risk.

⚡ Radiation exposure is very low—less than what you naturally get in a year just from the sun and environment.

👉 Ask your doctor if a Cardiac Calcium Score could help you take charge of your heart health.

06/12/2025

🚨 Milestone Moment at North Walton Doctors Hospital! 🚨

We’re proud to announce our first-ever joint replacement using the Mako robotic-arm assisted technology, successfully performed by Dr. Leo Chen!

This innovative procedure marks a new chapter in orthopedic care right here in Walton County. The Mako system enables greater precision, faster recovery times, and personalized treatment, providing our patients with the best possible outcomes.

👏 Join us in congratulating our patient who was discharged yesterday morning, Dr. Chen, and the surgical team on this incredible achievement!

[Photo posted with permission from the patient]

06/07/2025

A huge thank you to State Representative Shane Abbott Walton County Sheriff's Office, Florida and Florida Dept of Health for partnering with us on this highly impactful community event!

Thousands of people die from opioid overdoses every year. Deaths that, according to officials, are 100% preventable. The North Walton Doctors Hospital in Defuniak Springs held an event for Revive Awareness Day, highlighting the importance of Naloxone for overdose victims.

06/06/2025

We hope you’ll join us today at 10 am for our Revive Awareness Day Event at North Walton Doctors Hospital.

Hear from overdose survivors and participate in FREE Naloxone training so you can prevent overdoses in our community.

06/04/2025

United Medicare Advantage has declined to negotiate in good faith. We encourage all seniors who need care in North Walton county to switch to Humana Medicare Advantage for access to the areas only hospital. United does not care that you have no access to care, in fact that saves them money to have no access to care nearby. Medicare Advantage plan open enrollment starts soon. Do not choose any plans administered by United Healthcare.

06/03/2025

🏥 Getting Pulmonary or Cardiac Testing Soon?

North Walton Doctors Hospital now offers outpatient EKGs and ABGs — right here in your community!

💓 Why get an EKG?
✅ Detect heart issues like arrhythmias and heart attacks
✅ Catch problems before symptoms show up
✅ Monitor treatments like medications or pacemakers
✅ Pre-surgical heart health check

🫁 Who needs an ABG?
Ideal for patients with:
• COPD
• Asthma
• Pulmonary fibrosis
• Other lung or metabolic conditions

🔬 What do ABGs do?
• Evaluate oxygen levels
• Detect CO₂ retention (important for sleep apnea and other disorders)
• Assess complications from diabetes or kidney disease
• Provide pre-op clearance

🚶‍♂️ Walk-ins welcome!
📅 But scheduling ahead can help you avoid a wait.
📝 Don't forget to bring your provider’s order.
📞 Call (850) 517-4471 to schedule today!

05/27/2025

A message from Dr. Huy Nguyen.

"Memorial Day is one of the most sacred and profound holidays that we observe as Americans.

Whether on the cold shores of the Delaware River, to the hills of Gettysburg, to the dark forest of the Ardennes, to the desert of Iraq, or all the unspoken battles in between, there have been men and women who have fought proudly and made the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf.

Our nation is the greatest nation humanity has ever seen because so many throughout our history have been willing to fight and sacrifice for the ideals of freedom and liberty that are at the core of our country's greatness.

As this Memorial Day Weekend comes to a close, we recognize their sacrifice and we hold them in our prayers."

We hope you all enjoyed a safe Memorial Day Weekend.