HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital

09/26/2025

Fever and vomiting are common in kids, but sometimes these symptoms may signal something more serious. Occasional upset stomachs usually aren’t emergencies, but warning signs like repetitive vomiting, bloody stool, or extreme sleepiness should never be ignored.

Learn more about when to seek pediatric emergency care: https://bit.ly/46G5LKq

Seek immediate care if your child:
-Is under 3 months with a fever of 100.4°F or higher
-Has a fever over 102.2°F (over 3 months)
-Shows signs of dehydration (no tears, dry diapers, sunken eyes)
-Has black or bloody vomit or stool
-Is inconsolable, excessively sleepy, or lethargic

Need guidance? Our experienced, licensed nurses are available for free 24/7 to assist you — no judgment, just support. Call HCA Florida Healthcare’s Consult-A-Nurse® line at 844-70-NURSE.

09/26/2025

09/25/2025

This week, our Vice President of Quality, Sharon, had the honor of spending her morning with Angela, our Advanced Clinical Pharmacist. When we say Sharon "walked in her world," we mean she truly experienced a day from Angela's perspective—shadowing her, observing her meticulous work, and gaining a deeper understanding of her vital role.

Angela’s extensive knowledge, profound compassion, and genuine care for our patients were truly humbling to witness. It became even clearer during the walk in your world experience just how privileged our patients are to have her as a part of their dedicated care team. We are truly lucky to have caregivers like Angela as part of the Twin Cities care team!

09/25/2025

At HCA Florida Healthcare, we provide advanced heart failure care, from diagnosis and treatment to transplant services, guided by innovative therapies and compassionate, personalized care plans.

Using the latest technology, our teams support patients every step of the way, helping more people live longer, fuller lives. And now, with expanded services and specialists across Florida, accessing care in is easier than ever.

With more than 115,000 cardiovascular procedures performed annually, HCA Florida Healthcare offers unmatched experience and expertise. Call 833-544-5031 to connect with a cardiologist or visit our website to schedule an appointment: https://www.hcafloridahealthcare.com/physicians/specialty/cardiovascular-disease.

09/24/2025

Whether you're recovering from surgery, traveling long distances or pursuing athletic goals, may give you a leg up on your health. These snug socks boost circulation by gently pushing blood up your legs, helping to reduce swelling and prevent blood clots.

Find out more about the benefits of compression socks: https://www.hcafloridahealthcare.com/healthy-living/blog/when-to-wear-compression-socks?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=sf278631337&utm_campaign=orthopedics&sf278631337=1.

09/23/2025

As part of HCA Healthcare, we’re proud to share that the HCA Healthcare Foundation will continue their collaboration with the American Heart Association on their Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ initiative through $3.9 million in funding and support. Together, the American Heart Association, HCA Healthcare and the HCA Healthcare Foundation are working to foster cardiovascular health, prevent stroke and improve patient outcomes by increasing cardiology and neurology collaboration, deploying evidence-based education and interventions, and identifying and minimizing health disparities.

🤝 With support from the HCA Healthcare Foundation, Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ has reached over 200 million individuals with evidence-informed education on AFib and stroke risk, while expanding outreach to more than 160 community organizations, including clinics, schools, food pantries and libraries, and implementing intervention programs focused on controlling blood pressure, improving nutrition security and maternal health.

🏥 Through enhanced coordination between neurologists and cardiologists, leading to improved in-hospital diagnostic testing and cardiac monitoring, ten of HCA Healthcare’s comprehensive stroke centers participating in Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ have improved stroke cause identification by 33%, and the continued partnership will enable these quality improvement efforts at our 43 comprehensive stroke centers.

➡️ Learn more about HCA Healthcare’s deepened collaboration with American Heart Association and the impact of the Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ initiative: https://bit.ly/46zeb6j.

09/22/2025

There's a good chance that you either have arthritis or know someone who does — it affects nearly 25% of all U.S. adults, according to the CDC.

While arthritis may not be preventable, Dr. Tahir Chaudhri, an orthopedic surgeon at HCA Florida Healthcare, shares the types of arthritis and how you can help keep your joints healthy.

If you're struggling with arthritis or other joint or muscle pain, don't hesitate to ask for help. Our experienced, licensed nurses are available 24/7 — free of charge — to guide you on the next steps for care.

Call HCA Florida Healthcare's Consult-A-Nurse® line at 844-70-NURSE (844-706-8773).

09/22/2025

Last week, we celebrated our amazing Environmental Services (EVS) colleagues! Our EVS colleagues are behind the scenes, working tirelessly to ensure our hospital is a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for every patient, visitor, and colleague. Their dedication to infection prevention and attention to detail is critical to the health and well-being of our community.

Please join us in thanking our team members for their commitment to care and hard work!

09/20/2025

is a life-threatening condition where the body’s response to infection can damage vital organs.

Dr. Sydney Hester is an infectious diseases physician with our integrated system of care, HCA Healthcare. Watch as Dr. Hester shares more about sepsis, including signs and symptoms.

Across HCA Healthcare, we deliver safe, high-quality care using our Sepsis Prediction and Optimization of Therapy (SPOT) tool. This algorithm-driven technology helps caregivers detect sepsis quickly and accelerate treatment, leading to positive health outcomes for thousands of patients each year.

09/19/2025

High blood pressure is often referred to as the silent killer, but it can sometimes send clear warning signs that should never be ignored. Not every elevated reading indicates an emergency, but symptoms such as chest pain, vision changes, or severe headaches may signal the need for urgent care.

Learn about the red flags and when to seek emergency care by reading our blog: https://bit.ly/46uO6FA.

If your blood pressure reaches 180/120 mmHg or higher, seek emergency care immediately, especially if you experience any of these symptoms.

Need guidance? Our experienced, licensed nurses are available for free 24/7 to assist you — no judgment, just support. Call HCA Florida Healthcare's Consult-A-Nurse® line at 844-70-NURSE.

09/18/2025

09/18/2025

We're shining a spotlight on a familiar face who has been an integral part of the HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital family for two decades. As the Patient Access Manager, she oversees critical registration areas, including ER registration, the Women's Center, outpatient services, and the surgery department.

With 20 years of dedication to our hospital, she has a profound connection to the community and our facility, which she describes as "a big loving family." Her passion lies in helping others, whether it's putting a patient at ease during registration for a lab test or an ER visit, or helping them understand a bill months later. For her, the most rewarding part of the job is knowing that she has made a difference in someone's life at the end of each day.

Her commitment to service and her unwavering positive attitude are an inspiration to us all. Thanks for all you do, Erika!

09/15/2025

This month our hospital was proud to be part of the 2025 Bring Hope Now Dragon Boat Race, an event that brought the community together for a great cause. Held at The Gulf Restaurant on Okaloosa Island, this was the hospital's second year participating, reinforcing its commitment to community well-being.

The atmosphere was electric as 14 teams came together, showcasing a spirit of unity and determination. The hospital's staff joined a diverse group of participants, including first responders, mental health providers, and representatives from local organizations and businesses. The hospital even enjoyed some friendly competition with its sister facility, HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital.

The true highlight of the event was the cause itself: raising funds to support the OCSD’s new peer-to-peer program, C.A.R.E. Crew, and other initiatives focused on youth mental health. Through its involvement, the hospital demonstrated its ongoing dedication to supporting crucial community health programs.

09/11/2025

Today, and every day, we honor and remember the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001. Our hearts are with the families, survivors and all who were forever changed by that day. Together with our HCA Healthcare family, we reflect on the courage of our first responders and everyday citizens who acted with extraordinary bravery. We will never forget.

09/11/2025

Today, and every day, we honor and remember the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001. Our hearts are with the families, survivors and all who were forever changed by that day.

Together with our HCA Healthcare family, we reflect on the courage of our first responders and everyday citizens who acted with extraordinary bravery. We will never forget.

09/10/2025

Tomorrow marks 24 years since 9/11 — a day our nation will never forget. For Dr. Stephanie Reynolds, a physician at HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital, the memories are deeply personal.

On that morning, she was an emergency room doctor in Queens, New York. Her husband, an NYPD officer, kissed her goodbye and said, “I don’t know if I’ll see you again,” before heading into the city as the second plane hit.

Thankfully, he made it home safely. In the days that followed, Dr. Reynolds did what she still does today — cared for patients with compassion, comforted grieving families and stood strong in the face of unimaginable loss.

This Sept. 11, Dr. Reynolds and her husband will return to New York to honor the officers in his unit who never came home.

Her story is one of courage, compassion and resilience. Watch the full feature from FOX 13 News - Tampa Bay: https://bit.ly/4mXnlAL

09/09/2025

Patient safety remains a top priority at HCA Florida Healthcare and across HCA Healthcare’s integrated network of care. As a part of this commitment, HCA Healthcare established our own Patient Safety Organization (PSO) in 2014 to build systems, refine processes and enhance safety.

In our ongoing efforts to improve safe patient care, our PSO regularly refines processes and implements new safety measures. Our dedicated care teams work together each day to foster a safe environment for both our patients and our colleagues. Earlier this year, 49 HCA Healthcare hospitals were recognized on the 2025 Healthgrades America’s 250 Best Hospitals list for being within the top 5% of hospitals in the country for clinical excellence.

Learn more about how we protect our patients across HCA Healthcare’s 191 hospitals and approximately 2,400 ambulatory sites of care: https://bit.ly/3JTeQIl.

09/08/2025

❤️ – or atrial fibrillation – is a disruption in the heart’s electrical system, leading to an irregular heartbeat. The American Heart Association estimates that over 5 million Americans are living with AFib. Symptoms vary from one person to another, and some people may not have any symptoms at all. Those with AFib have a higher risk of stroke, heart failure and other health concerns. Fortunately, there are a variety of treatment options, which can help reduce the risk.

If you’re living with AFib and you’re looking for support and resources, visit the American Heart Association’s My AFib Experience® website: short.url/aBcXyZ

In collaboration with the American Heart Association, our larger HCA Healthcare network promotes better heart health through national education efforts and community integration to teach about healthy heart activities, CPR emergency response and knowing the symptoms of heart issues.

09/05/2025

Thyroid disease can have a major impact on quality-of-life issues such as energy level and depression. On this episode of Health Connect, Kathryn Daniel speaks with HCA Florida Healthcare’s Dr. Yelda Jozaghi about common thyroid issues and how they can be resolved through treatment.

09/03/2025

Celebrating Excellence at the HCA Awards of Distinction 🎉

We are thrilled to honor the outstanding winners of this year’s HCA Awards of Distinction! Your unwavering dedication and compassion truly embody the heart of our mission: “Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.”

Your impact is felt deeply by our patients, our team, and our community. Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees!

Meet the Honorees:
- Katrina G. – Compassionate Nurse
- Gerald T. – Mentoring Nurse
- Sandie B. – Frist Humanitarian - Employee
- Angel Morrobel, MD – Frist Humanitarian – Physician
- Bonnie L. – Frist Humanitarian – Volunteer

Thank you for making a lasting difference! 🌟

08/26/2025

Congratulations to Pia D. on the BEE Award 🐝🌟

We are thrilled to celebrate Pia D. for receiving the BEE Award! Your unwavering dedication and compassionate care positively impact every day. We are incredibly proud to acknowledge your exceptional contributions!

08/22/2025

🌻 Congratulations on Receiving the Sunflower Award, Cody 🌻

We are thrilled to celebrate you for your exceptional compassion, unwavering dedication, and the positive influence you have on our patients, families, and team members every single day. Your kindness is a beacon of light, bringing warmth and joy to everyone, much like a vibrant sunflower.

Thank you for embodying our values and making such a meaningful difference in the lives of those around you!

08/20/2025

Recently, we celebrated James Terry as our Employee of the Quarter! 🎊

James’s dedication, positive attitude, and outstanding performance have made a lasting impact on our team. Thank you, James, for going above and beyond every day — your hard work truly deserves this recognition.

08/13/2025

Colleague Spotlight: Ray Sansom

This week, we’re honored to shine a spotlight on Ray Sansom from our Pastoral Care team!

Ray's journey to becoming a Board Certified Chaplain led him to volunteer with us at HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital, HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital, and HCA Florida Northwest Rehabilitation Center. Our colleagues were thrilled when he officially joined our team two years ago after receiving his certification.

Fun fact: his connection to our facilities goes back decades. Ray welcomed his three daughters at HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin with his wife.

Ray’s genuine care and steadfast presence make him a cornerstone for those around him. Whether he’s offering solace to a family in need, lending a supportive ear to a colleague, or actively engaging in community events, Ray truly embodies the spirit of compassion and service.

In his own words: "I’m grateful every day to journey with all the patients and families I get to spend time with as a chaplain."

Thank you, Ray, for your compassionate service to our patients, families, and community! Your kindness and sincerity inspire us all.