Tampa General Hospital

Tampa General Hospital Tampa General Hospital, a 982-bed, not-for-profit, academic medical center.
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Tampa General is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4 million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 981 beds, and with over 15,000 team members, is one of the region’s largest employers. Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-25 and is nationally ranked as among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in eight specialties. Additionally, Tampa General was ranked as “high performing,” or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 12 procedures and conditions. TGH partners with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine to pioneer breakthrough treatments, conduct game-changing clinical research and train the next generation of health care professionals. TGH is the region's only academic health system, having been affiliated with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine since the school was created in the early 1970s. TGH is the area’s only Level I trauma center and one of two ABA-verified Adult & Pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters, we are able to transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to the leading organ transplant center in the country, having performed more than 14,000 adult solid organ transplants, including the state’s first successful heart transplant in 1985. Tampa General Hospital is committed to serving all residents of West Central Florida. We provide comprehensive health services, ranging from wellness and primary care to the most complex specialty care and post-acute services.

Being born on Christmas is pretty special, but when your birthday shares the spotlight with the holidays, it can sometim...
12/26/2025

Being born on Christmas is pretty special, but when your birthday shares the spotlight with the holidays, it can sometimes get a little lost in the celebration!

That’s why Publix stopped by our TGH Women’s Institute on Christmas to deliver cakes to new moms and their babies. A sweet surprise, a thoughtful gesture, and a pretty perfect way to make someone feel special right from day one. Merry birthday to all of our magical Christmas and Christmas Eve arrivals, born on days already full of so much joy! 🎄💙🎂

Wishing you a happy Kwanzaa! May this season inspire reflection, unity and connection, and may each of the seven princip...
12/26/2025

Wishing you a happy Kwanzaa! May this season inspire reflection, unity and connection, and may each of the seven principles bring meaning and strength in the days ahead. ❤️🖤💚

While many are celebrating at home, members of our team are here at Tampa General Hospital, caring for patients and fami...
12/25/2025

While many are celebrating at home, members of our team are here at Tampa General Hospital, caring for patients and families who need us on Christmas Day. Across our hospital system, team members showed up with the same compassion, focus and dedication they bring every day.

As part of the day, John Couris, our President & CEO, joined members of our leadership team in rounding across the hospital, personally thanking team members working the holiday and sharing a small gesture of appreciation. He was joined by Dr. Murray Shames, Courtney Hancock, Melissa Golombek and Marcellina, one of our Couris Family Administrative Fellows, along with their families, including John's dog Lucy, who helped bring a few extra smiles along the way!

It’s a reminder that while celebrations may look different for those on shift, our team’s commitment to caring for others remains constant. Merry Christmas! 🎄💙

Wishing you a warm and joyful Christmas! We hope this day brings peace, love and time spent with the people who matter m...
12/25/2025

Wishing you a warm and joyful Christmas! We hope this day brings peace, love and time spent with the people who matter most. We’re so grateful for our community and hope this season brings many moments of joy and togetherness. 🎄

After months of courage, resilience and determination, yesterday marked a major milestone for young patient Hailey Hart....
12/24/2025

After months of courage, resilience and determination, yesterday marked a major milestone for young patient Hailey Hart.

Following a go-kart accident in September, Hailey was flown by TGH Aeromed to our Muma Children’s Hospital, where she began a long and challenging road to recovery. Over the past four months, she faced multiple surgeries and weeks of intensive treatment, all while showing strength well beyond her years.

This week, Hailey completed the most demanding phase of her healing journey. She rang in the moment with her final infusion, a celebratory clap-out from her care team, and even cut a cake on her own for the very first time. She can now wiggle her fingers and grasp light objects, and she will continue occupational therapy with our team to keep building strength and function.

We are so proud of her bravery and so grateful to our physicians, nurses, therapists and caregivers who helped her heal. Best of all, Hailey is heading home just in time for the holidays! 💙🎂👏

Today, we gathered in one of the most critical spaces in our hospital to honor a man who helped define it. Guided by the...
12/23/2025

Today, we gathered in one of the most critical spaces in our hospital to honor a man who helped define it. Guided by the leadership of Michele Moran, Vice President of Emergency Services, a trauma bay at Tampa General Hospital has been officially named in memory of Frank Fritz, a former team member whose impact on our Emergency Department runs deep. Frank was a steady presence during challenging moments, someone his team relied on when the stakes were highest.

For years, Frank showed up with humility, consistency and an unwavering commitment to patients and colleagues alike. He believed details mattered because people mattered, and that belief shaped how care was delivered in this space.

Though pancreatic cancer took Frank far too soon, his legacy lives on in these walls and in the way our teams care for one another under pressure. Naming this trauma bay in his honor is a reminder of the quiet strength, loyalty and goodness he brought to this hospital every day. Frank left this place better than he found it. We are proud to carry his legacy forward as we honor a life that made a real difference. 💙

Breakthroughs start here. Researchers at the TGH Cancer Institute and USF Health-University of South Florida are uncover...
12/23/2025

Breakthroughs start here. Researchers at the TGH Cancer Institute and USF Health-University of South Florida are uncovering how ultra-processed foods may contribute to inflammation that fuels cancer—and exploring how healthy fats like omega-3s could help restore the body’s natural healing power. This is academic medicine at work, bringing science, innovation, and hope together for our patients and community.

In this episode of our Community Connect podcast, Alex Roeder, RN, injury prevention and outreach coordinator at Tampa G...
12/23/2025

In this episode of our Community Connect podcast, Alex Roeder, RN, injury prevention and outreach coordinator at Tampa General Hospital, joins us to break down the Stop the Bleed program and why it’s a critical skill for everyday people. From recognizing life-threatening bleeding to taking action before first responders arrive, this conversation focuses on how bystanders can become lifesavers in moments that matter most. Tune in! 🎙️

Listen now: https://bit.ly/3JKrGIM

12/22/2025

Thinking about gifting an e-bike or scooter this holiday season? Dr. Jasmine Patterson, Pediatric ED Medical Director at our Muma Children’s Hospital at TGH, shares important safety considerations every parent should keep in mind, from speed and protective gear to a child’s readiness for the road and even how and where e-bike batteries are charged. Watch the full video for expert guidance on helping keep kids safe. 🚲

Last week, we were proud to serve as Presenting Sponsor of this year's Jingle Bell Run, which brought our community toge...
12/22/2025

Last week, we were proud to serve as Presenting Sponsor of this year's Jingle Bell Run, which brought our community together for festive day supporting the millions of adults and children living with arthritis. The event was a major success, fueled by the energy of participants, supporters and partners who showed up with bells on to make a difference!

A special shout out to Sherri Lewman, Senior Vice President of Enterprise Imaging, and Thomas Cairo, Vice President of the TGH Neuroscience and Orthopaedic Institutes, who shared words of encouragement and highlighted the importance of continued support for the arthritis community. A big thanks to everyone who participated, volunteered and helped make this event such a positive and impactful day for the Arthritis Foundation! 🎄🔔🏃

In health care, academic medicine isn’t defined by beds or buildings—it’s how many physicians you train, how many specia...
12/20/2025

In health care, academic medicine isn’t defined by beds or buildings—it’s how many physicians you train, how many specialties you advance, how much groundbreaking research you conduct, and how deeply you define the future of medicine.

The holidays came early at our Muma Children’s Hospital at TGH as 2x All-Pro offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs partnered w...
12/20/2025

The holidays came early at our Muma Children’s Hospital at TGH as 2x All-Pro offensive lineman Tristan Wirfs partnered with the Starlight Children's Foundation to spread holiday cheer. He was joined by teammates Charlie Heck, Benjamin Chukwuma and Ben Bredeson, who spent time with our young patients and delivered gifts. 🎁✨

Tristan has been a strong supporter of our pediatric patients, including committing a $25,000 donation match in support of our Operation Santa campaign this year, helping bring extra joy to families throughout the holiday season. We’re wishing him and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers the best of luck as they head into their big game tomorrow! 🏴‍☠️💙🏈

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