News Summary
The Tampa General Hospital (TGH) Foundation has launched an initiative to improve healthcare services in Hernando County. A dinner event showcased plans for hospital expansion and community healthcare improvements, highlighting TGH’s commitment to local investments and partnerships. Key areas of focus include clinical quality, integrating electronic records, and addressing the community’s growing healthcare needs, including behavioral health services. With an aim to foster philanthropy, TGH intends to leverage local contributions to enhance medical care and ensure accessible healthcare for residents.
Tampa, Florida – The Tampa General Hospital (TGH) Foundation has officially launched its initiative aimed at enhancing healthcare services in Hernando County. The Foundation held a dinner and fireside chat on April 10, 2025, to introduce its vision to the local community, showcasing plans for hospital expansion and community-driven healthcare improvements.
This launch event featured key presentations from TGH’s senior staff, including President and CEO John Couris, and prominent local philanthropist Frank Morsani. During the event, speakers emphasized TGH’s commitment to local investments in healthcare, advancements in academic medicine, and the enhancement of patient care and services within the Hernando County area.
The Foundation’s major focus areas include improving clinical quality and implementing an integrated electronic medical record system, known as Epic. This new system is aimed at streamlining patient information management to enhance the quality of care provided at the facility. Additionally, the TGH Foundation aims to align closely with local physicians to ensure that healthcare services meet the needs of the community effectively.
A significant aspect of the vision presented involves fostering community partnerships and encouraging philanthropy for the future growth of TGH. The Foundation is mindful of the new needs within the healthcare environment, including the growing demand for behavioral health services. Efforts will be made to address these needs and ensure that local residents receive comprehensive care.
Frank Morsani noted during the launch that philanthropy in Hernando County has historically been low but has recently shown signs of new generosity that could support the Foundation’s initiatives. TGH intends to leverage these contributions to enhance local healthcare and expand services in line with community needs.
TGH’s long-term vision is to establish itself as a foundational pillar within the Hernando County community, with funds raised directed towards improving local medical care and ensuring high-quality health services remain accessible. A detailed video presentation showcased TGH’s history in healthcare and highlighted future innovations aimed at delivering superior medical services.
The ongoing success of TGH has garnered national recognition, earning the title of one of America’s best hospitals for nearly two decades according to U.S. News and World Report. TGH has been ranked among the top 50 hospitals in eight distinct specialties, maintaining its status as the leading health system on Florida’s West Coast, as reported by Newsweek.
Local healthcare advocates, including Dr. Roderick Bennett, underscored the significant improvements in clinical quality at TGH facilities. The hospital aims to minimize the need for residents to seek medical care outside their community, reinforcing the mission to enhance local health services and patient experiences.
The TGH Foundation launch is a critical step in the hospital’s ongoing efforts to elevate healthcare standards in Hernando County. By fostering a spirit of collaboration and community engagement, TGH seeks to create sustainable growth and innovation in the local healthcare landscape.
The Hernando Sun, a locally owned weekly newspaper that began operations in 2015 following the closure of Hernando Today, focuses on delivering timely news and community updates directly to local residents. With its commitment to the community, The Hernando Sun plays a vital role in keeping the community informed about developments such as the TGH Foundation’s initiatives.
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