Tampa General Hospital

09/11/2025

The Tampa General Hospital Foundation is proud to announce that the classroom serving patients at our Muma Children's Hospital at TGH will now be named the Suncoast Credit Union Classroom, honoring their generous gift that made it possible.

The classroom contains the Cynthia Wells King School program, an innovative hospital homebound initiative that helps young patients continue their education while receiving care, ensuring hope and learning go hand in hand. We're incredibly grateful to Suncoast Credit Union for continuing to invest in the future of our patients and our community!

The new name honors a $250,000 gift to support the Cynthia Wells King School Program for young patients.

09/11/2025

Today, we honor Patriot Day and the National Day of Service and Remembrance. On the 24th anniversary of September 11, we pause to reflect, remember the lives lost and pay tribute to the bravery and resilience shown in the face of tragedy.

We also recognize the spirit of service that arose from that day. May it forever serve as a reminder to support one another and give back to our communities. 🇺🇸

09/10/2025

Our President & CEO, John Couris, had the honor of delivering the opening keynote at the KLAS Research Digital Health Investment Symposium 2025 in Park City, Utah this week. His message was clear: when we face obstacles head-on, we create the opportunity to solve them.

This special gathering brought together health care providers, technology companies, venture firms and investors from across the country to share ideas, collaborate and explore the future of health care innovation. We were proud to be part of these conversations not only to connect and collaborate, but also to share more about the innovative ecosystem we're building within the Tampa Medical & Research District.

It was also a pleasure spending time with some of our TGH Ventures portfolio companies, including Dan Nardi from Reimagine Care and Srini Surendranath from Andor Health, and to connect with colleagues from organizations like Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe, UPMC and Mercy, amongst many others. A special thank you to Adam Gale and the KLAS team for the invitation to participate in this impactful event!

09/10/2025

Seven-year-old Gabby Montoya's journey brought her all the way from the Philippines to our Muma Children’s Hospital at TGH for treatment of a rare and aggressive cancer. After months of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, she celebrated being cancer-free by ringing the bell to mark the end of her treatment.

As the region's only academic health system, experts from our TGH Cancer Institute and TGH Ear, Nose & Throat Institute came together to deliver the highly specialized care she needed. This , we honor her strength and the world-class collaborative care that made her recovery possible. 💙

Seven-year-old girl and family traveled from Philippines to TGH to treat complex cancer case.

09/09/2025

Please join us in congratulating Marion Dawkins, Senior Vice President of Ambulatory Operations, on being named to the Tampa Bay Business Journal's 40 Under 40 Class of 2025! 🎉

Marion's leadership has fueled remarkable growth in our ambulatory footprint and expanded access to world-class, academic care across the region. Over her 11 years with TGH, she's led transformative expansions, including the TGH Outpatient Center and our entry into new markets like Babcock Ranch. We’re so proud to see her honored among Tampa Bay's most promising young leaders.

The senior vice president of ambulatory operations is recognized as one of the Tampa Bay region’s most promising young leaders.

09/09/2025

A new episode of our Community Connect podcast is here! Tune in to hear Dr. Chris Cook, expert cardiologist from TGH and USF Health-University of South Florida, as he breaks down what you need to know about Atrial Fibrillation (AFib), one of the most common heart conditions.

Released in recognition of , this episode covers symptoms, treatment options and how smartwatches and FDA-cleared devices are transforming early detection. 🎙️

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

09/08/2025

This past Friday, we celebrated the University of South Florida's White Coat Ceremony, a milestone that marks the beginning of medical school for the next generation of physicians.

As the region’s only academic health system, Tampa General Hospital is proud to partner with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine to bring academic medicine to our community. Together, we combine education, research and world-class clinical care to train future physicians and advance the future of health care.

A big thanks to our own Dr. Asa Oxner and Dr. Nish*t Patel, both USF alumni, for sharing their wisdom with the incoming class. And congratulations to the students as they begin this exciting new chapter! The future of medicine is brighter with you in it. 💚🤘💙

09/08/2025

Our President & CEO, John Couris, has just been named one of Becker's Hospital Review's "Academic Medical Center CEOs to Know" for 2025!

Under his leadership, TGH has grown from 17 to more than 150 care locations across Florida, while delivering award-winning care and performance. By expanding access through new hospitals and strategic partnerships, championing AI-enabled care coordination and spearheading the Tampa Medical & Research District with USF Health-University of South Florida, John is advancing the academic mission that defines us: delivering world-class care, driving groundbreaking research and training the next generation of physicians.

Congratulations, John. We’re so proud to have you at the helm of the region's only academic health system! 💙

09/06/2025

We had a roaring good time at one of our favorite events of the year! The 3rd Annual ZooTampa Kids Fun Run, presented by the Muma Children’s Hospital at TGH, was a wild day in the best way, with little runners bringing as much energy and excitement as the animals. And with more than 500 attendees at ZooTampa at Lowry Park, it was an amazing turnout! A huge thank you to our incredible race ambassador, April Muñoz, for inspiring us all with her strength and positivity. We’re already counting down to next year. See you at the starting line! 🏃‍♀️🏃🦒🐅🐘

09/05/2025

Tampa General Hospital and the TGH Cancer Institute have just been awarded accreditation by the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT), the global standard in quality and safety for cellular therapy programs.

This milestone reflects our commitment to advancing innovative treatments, ensuring patient safety and delivering world-class cancer care. As the region’s only academic health system, we're always striving to provide innovative treatments and continue to develop the Cancer Institute into a world-class, research-driven resource for cancer patients.

FACT Accreditation represents a gold seal of quality and safety in the world of stem cell transplant and cellular therapy.

09/05/2025

Our TGH Transplant Institute has been ranked #1 in the nation for organ transplantation by volume, a milestone powered by the strength of the region's only academic health system. In partnership with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, our teams combine research, innovation and world-class clinical care to deliver shorter wait times, superior outcomes and life-changing breakthroughs in medicine. Read the full piece in the Chicago Business Journal now.

In Tampa, Florida, a bold transformation in transplant medicine is reshaping lives and redefining the future of health care.

09/05/2025

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month, a time to remember those we've lost, support those who are struggling and break the stigma around mental health.

At the TGH Behavioral Health Institute, we're committed to expanding access to care and strengthening the resources available to those in need. Our TGH Behavioral Health Hospital, Florida's first and only freestanding academic medical center-affiliated behavioral health hospital, is a beacon of hope that brings together world-class academic care and compassionate treatment for those in crisis. Su***de is preventable, and through the care we provide, the support we extend and the compassion we share, we are working every day to help save lives. 💙 ***dePreventionMonth

If you or someone you know is struggling, the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 by calling or texting 988.