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07/03/2025

BayCare has always been at the forefront of using technology that helps its team members provide quality care for patients. A new robot that is reminiscent of a certain droid in a galaxy far, far away is doing just that at St. Anthony’s Hospital.

It may sound futuristic, but a robot at BayCare’s St. Anthony’s Hospital is hard at work helping hospital teams move faster and care better. Learn how this tech innovation is making a real difference in health care.

07/02/2025

Not all bug bites are harmless. Some carry diseases that can ruin more than your summer. Learn how to protect yourself from ticks and mosquitoes—and when to call your doctor.

From itchy annoyances to serious health threats, learn how to protect yourself from ticks and mosquitoes this summer.

07/01/2025

We are thrilled to announce that BayCare’s St. Joseph's Hospital was recently designated a statutory teaching hospital by the State of Florida, in recognition of its expanding investment in graduate medical education! The Agency for Health Care Administration’s designation encompasses all five BayCare facilities under the St. Joseph’s Hospital name including St. Joseph's Hospital, St. Joseph's Women's Hospital and St. Joseph's Children's Hospital in Tampa; St. Joseph's Hospital - North in Lutz; and St. Joseph's Hospital-South in Riverview. Learn more:

In recognition of BayCare’s expanding investment in graduate medical education (GME), the State of Florida has designated BayCare’s St. Joseph’s Hospital as a statutory teaching hospital. The formal recognition comes as West Central Florida’s leading health care system has dramatically incre...

07/01/2025

Join us in welcoming Dr. Patrick Brown as BayCare's new vice president and chief medical information officer and Philip Karp as BayCare's new vice president and chief technology officer. Both have strong backgrounds in health care information technology. Learn more about Dr. Brown and Phil Karp:

Dr. Patrick Brown will join BayCare as chief medical information officer, and Philip Karp will be chief technology officer.

06/30/2025

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06/27/2025

Thank you to the Tampa Bay Times for publishing our President and CEO Stephanie Conner's explanation about our advancements into academic medicine! As the largest provider in the area with an expansive geographic footprint and a mission to improve the health of all we serve, it’s only natural that BayCare would make these extraordinary commitments. https://bit.ly/40usnvd

The west central Florida community deserves a stronger bridge between clinical care delivery and academic excellence.

06/26/2025

Why do some kids catch every bug while others stay healthy?🤒 In this episode, Dr. Espinosa breaks down what really helps or hurts your child’s immune system. From nutrition and sleep to vaccines and more, it’s packed with practical tips every parent should hear. 🎧 https://bit.ly/3GcZhtx

06/25/2025

When we’re dehydrated, all our bodies’ systems suffer, especially digestion. We have less energy, our brains don’t function like they should, and our skin will even appear more wrinkled. 💦 The standard recommendation of eight glasses of water isn’t enough in hot, humid Florida summers, because we lose water every time we sweat, use the restroom—even when we breathe!

But what if you can’t chug liters of water every day? Don’t worry! We can easily get 20 percent of our daily water intake in the foods we eat, especially if we look for those with higher water content. 🥗 Learn which foods keep you hydrated: https://bit.ly/3W7r8zn

06/24/2025

Congratulations to C. Todd Jones, an experienced leader whose role has expanded to include oversight of BayCare's business strategy efforts. Todd is adding the title of chief strategy officer and will continue to also serve as chief ambulatory services officer, effective immediately. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4k188w9

Jones will oversee BayCare’s business strategy alongside his role as chief ambulatory services officer. An experienced health care leader, he has informally helped shape BayCare’s strategy for years.

06/24/2025

We're honored to stand alongside the U.S. Marshals Service in Operation Dragon Eye—the most successful missing child rescue effort in American history. We are so proud of our numerous BayCare team members who provided trauma-informed, compassionate care to each of the 60 children recovered. The success of the multi-agency operation is a testament to what can be achieved when federal, state and local agencies work together for the benefit of the communities we serve. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4efy2uO

As part of a multiagency effort, BayCare joined forces with the U.S. Marshals Service to provide physical and mental health care to children recovered during “Operation Dragon Eye.” Read how BayCare, along with law enforcement and social service agencies across the state of Florida, worked in co...