Healthcare
Tampa General Hospital (TGH), located on Davis Islands in Tampa, Florida, is a leading non-profit academic medical center renowned for its comprehensive healthcare services. Affiliated with the University of South Florida’s Morsani College of Medicine, TGH serves as a primary teaching hospital, fostering medical education and research.
Key Features and Services
Capacity and Facilities: TGH is licensed for 981 beds and employs nearly 14,000 team members, making it one of the largest hospitals in Florida and a significant employer in the region.
Specialized Centers
The hospital offers specialized centers for orthopedics, trauma, neurology, cardiac surgery, transplantation, and more. Notably, TGH is home to one of the leading organ transplant centers in the U.S., having performed over 9,000 adult solid organ transplants, including Florida’s first successful heart transplant in 1985.
Trauma and Emergency Services: As the region’s only Level I adult and pediatric trauma center, TGH operates a five-helicopter fleet, serving 23 counties.
Recent Developments
Innovative Surgical Technology: In October 2024, TGH announced plans to introduce advanced robotic surgical technology to Florida, enhancing precision in cancer treatments.
Emergency Preparedness: TGH has implemented robust measures to protect against natural disasters, such as deploying an AquaFence flood barrier capable of withstanding storm surges up to 15 feet. This system was utilized during Hurricane Milton in October 2024 to safeguard the hospital’s infrastructure.
Recognition and Challenges
National Rankings: TGH has been named one of the Nation’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for nearly two decades, ranking as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay and among the top 50 hospitals nationally in eight specialties.
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Patient Safety Ratings
Despite its accolades, TGH has faced challenges in patient safety, receiving a ‘C’ grade in five of its past six safety ratings from Leapfrog, primarily due to issues like MRSA and blood infections.
Tampa General Hospital continues to advance healthcare through innovation, education, and comprehensive patient services, striving to address challenges and uphold its commitment to excellence.
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