Cleveland Clinic - Tradition, North and South Hospitals
With numerous facilities across Martin and St.
Cleveland Clinic Tradition, North and South Hospitals are part of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, a non-profit, multi-specialty, academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Cleveland Clinic Martin Health is part of the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, a nonprofit, multispecialty, academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. Lucie counties, Cleveland Clinic Martin Health is dedicated to achieving excellent outcomes and providing outstanding service guided by our Patients First philosophy. An award winning healthcare provider including three hospitals with a total of 434 hospital beds and clinical care in a variety of specialties using state-of-the-art technology and advanced care to treat simple to complex conditions.
08/31/2025
☀️🔥 Our Florida days come with hidden risks like severe sunburns and hydration loss can escalate faster than you think.
Discover how to protect your skin, ease the pain, and stay safe in the sun.
Sun poisoning is a severe sunburn that can seem similar to an allergic reaction or even the flu. Here’s what to do if you think you have sun poisoning.
08/30/2025
Living in the Sunshine State means more exposure to harmful UV rays. UV-protection clothing blocks these rays better and longer than sunscreen alone, making it a must-have for your daily sun safety.
Protect your skin and stay safe year-round.
Should you be wearing UPF clothing? A dermatologist explains how this clothing works and what UPF rating to look for.
08/27/2025
While most ventral hernias measure two to four centimeters, Dillon’s was over 20 cm wide, which caused his abdomen to widen and forced him to stop using his prosthetic leg.
Dillon and his wife, Darian, live in but were ready to travel anywhere for treatment.
“Unabashedly, I was trying to find someone who really cared,” Dillon said of choosing Eric Owings, MD, a at Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital. “I couldn’t be happier with my choice.”
🏥 From innovation to impact, see how we’re setting the standard for world-class care, right here at home.
✅ Learn more at ClevelandClinicFlorida.org
08/25/2025
Feeling overwhelmed or dealing with daily stress?
Small shifts of relaxation can make a big difference. Stay grounded, present and calm — even during chaos. 💙
Indoor tanning raises your risk of skin cancer and speeds up aging. Choose safer options like self-tanning lotions and moisturizers with a healthy glow instead.
The risks of using tanning beds could be deadly. Yet 90% of people who use tanning beds know the risks and keep using them anyway. A dermatologist reiterates the very serious health concerns associated with using tanning beds.
08/22/2025
Every day is new and different for Kathy Janda, a Cleveland Clinic Martin Health Discharge Support caregiver in Patient Experience.
From visiting patients who are scheduled for discharge, to welcoming new patients who are veterans, or bringing the Code Lavender Cart to caregivers who is having a challenging day, Kathy is doing what she loves best: making a difference in the lives of others.
After working in skilled nursing facilities Kathy shares a special card with veteran patients to honor their service or years, followed by five years in the Cleveland Clinic Martin Health Food Services Department, Kathy knows her strengths and passion. She is a self-described “people pleaser” who thoroughly enjoys working in and around the hospital environment.
Last year, Karen Ladwig, Senior Patient Experience Advisor, was looking for someone to serve in the newly created Discharge Support position. She believed Kathy would be a perfect fit.
“I knew Kathy had a passion for this cause and would be instrumental in building this position into something truly impactful,” Karen says.
Coming out of retirement was a no-brainer for Kathy. “The opportunity to spend time directly helping patients on the hospital floors was something I couldn’t pass up,” she says.
Each day begins with identifying patients who are scheduled for discharge and visiting them. This allows Kathy to address any concerns or issues on the spot.
“I introduce myself to the patients, ask about their hospital stay, and find out if they have any concerns or if there is anything we could have done to enhance their stay,” Kathy says.
This information is invaluable to nurse leaders and also offers the opportunity to celebrate caregivers who receive special mention from the patients.
When patients who are veterans are admitted, Kathy visits them, asks them about their military career and thanks them for their service. Then she reads from a special Veteran’s Card. It is rare that the veteran doesn’t tear up or isn’t moved by this thoughtful gesture.
“Seeing the pride in their eyes and how deeply honored they feel to have served our country is incredibly moving,” Kathy says. “Visiting with a veteran is the favorite part of my day.”
One day, Kathy was talking with a veteran who was having a tough day. During the conversation, she asked what he felt the hospital might do for veterans. He replied, “Create parking spots for Veterans.”
Kathy took the idea to Carmelo Maldonado, Protective Services Director, who enthusiastically agreed to help secure veteran parking spots at all three Martin Health hospitals. In June, four dedicated parking spots were assigned near the Martin North Hospital entrance.
Kathy organized a ribbon-cutting ceremony in the parking lot to build awareness among caregivers, patients and visitors.
Martin South and Tradition Hospitals expect to add veteran parking spots this summer as well.
Taking a patient’s request and making it a reality comes easily for Kathy. She doesn’t hesitate to go above and beyond if it is helpful to others in need.
Kathy has found purpose and fulfillment in her work and is motivated by the big and little differences she can make for her patients each and every day.
08/20/2025
affects around 10% of women globally, equivalent to 1 in 10 women.
✅ Click here to watch minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon Tarangi Sutaria, MD, share more. https://cle.clinic/4mUTJn7
08/20/2025
👶🧡 From your first prenatal visit to preparing for delivery, the Family Health Center team is here to provide expert OB care every step of the way.
Our compassionate providers support you through every stage of pregnancy with personalized care designed for you and your growing family. Learn more: https://cle.clinic/4ocppFT
08/20/2025
Dr. Monica Brown's Concierge Medicine philosophy emphasizes making her patients feel as though they have a doctor in the family, enhancing quality of life.
Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital has earned a Get With The Guidelines – Stroke achievement award, which demonstrates adherence to the latest research-based clinical guidelines to support better outcomes for patients.
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Cleveland Clinic, Indian River Medical Center and Martin Health System officials celebrated the addition of Indian River Medical Center (IRMC) and Martin Health System as full members of the Cleveland Clinic health system, during events in Port St. Lucie, Fla., and Vero Beach, Fla., on January 9, 2019.
Hospital leaders from all three organizations came together today to meet with caregivers, and celebrate. In addition they shared the integration vision and welcomed all to the Cleveland Clinic family.
“These are well-respected hospitals that have a long history of taking great care of their communities. We are very proud they are now part of Cleveland Clinic’s health system,” said Tom Mihaljevic, M.D., CEO and President of Cleveland Clinic. “As healthcare continues to evolve, this integration will strengthen our ability to deliver on our mission and provide the best care to our patients together.”
Cleveland Clinic’s approach to integration with both organizations will be thoughtful and comprehensive and it will focus initially on learning more about each hospital, the needs of patients, caregivers and the communities. Integration teams are being formed which will focus on understanding the needs and establishing priorities. These teams will also share best practices, learn from one another and help to guide the integration together.
As part of the celebration events on Wednesday, new branding and hospitals names were unveiled. Moving forward they will be known as:
Indian River Medical Center will be — Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital.
The three hospitals collectively in the Martin Health System will be — Cleveland Clinic Martin Health
Martin Medical Center (in Stuart, Fla) will be–Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital
Martin Hospital South (in Stuart, Fla) will be—Cleveland Clinic Martin South Hospital
Tradition Medical Center will be – Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital
There were multiple events held on Wednesday at both Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital and Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital for caregivers, which included a Q & A and the opportunity to meet one another.
Speakers included:
Tom Mihaljevic, M.D., CEO and President Cleveland Clinic
Wael Barsoum, M.D., CEO and President, Cleveland Clinic Florida Region
Kevin Fitzgerald, M.D., Associate Director of Inpatient Care, Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital
Robert Lord, President, Cleveland Clinic Martin Health
John Lowenberg, Past Chair, Martin Health Board
Gregory Rosencrance, M.D., President, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital
Wayne Hockmeyer, Ph.D., Board Member, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital
“We are honored to work with both Indian River and Martin Health,” Dr. Barsoum said. “Our goal is to provide exceptional care for residents in the Treasure Coast and southeast Florida region, and this is a defining moment for us all and the communities we serve.”
Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital and Cleveland Clinic Martin Health join as the first regional hospitals in the Cleveland Clinic Florida region. Patients will continue to see their same physicians and providers at their current locations and all operations and appointments for outpatient services will proceed as scheduled. All insurance plans accepted at the hospitals will continue to be accepted.
