COMMUNITY 2022 UPDATE
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Putting our patients first … That’s the top priority and guiding principle for the entire Sarasota Memorial Health Care System team, from the members of our governing Sarasota County Public Hospital Board to front-line staff. Because of this unwavering commitment to the patients we serve, Sarasota Memorial recently embarked on several of the most transformative projects in our 97-year history, investing more than $1 billion in new worldclass facilities, advanced technology and the specialists and staff needed to address vital health care needs in our growing community. This update includes an overview of initiatives to improve the health and wellness of residents for decades to come, even as we continue to face the ongoing challenges of COVID-19. We also remain focused on our role as the region’s health care safety net. Sarasota Memorial is the only hospital in Sarasota County providing trauma care, maternity services, newborn intensive care, pediatrics and behavioral health services for people of all ages. Thanks to your support, and our staff’s and Hospital Board’s dedication to providing the highest quality of care, our community has access to the greatest depth and breadth of care in the region. It’s our privilege to serve you. Figures (2021
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Sarasota Memorial: Governed by the Sarasota County Public Hospital Board Sharon DePeters,WetzlerAPRN Chair At TermSeatLarge1Ends: 2024 RinerBritt First Vice Chair At TermSeatLarge3Ends: 2024 LodgeSarah Second Vice Chair Central District Seat Term1Ends: 2024 CarterGregory Secretary Southern District Seat Term2Ends: 2022 MeisterJames Asst. Secretary Northern District Seat Term1Ends: 2022 Joseph DeVirgilio,J. Jr. Treasurer Central District Seat Term2Ends: 2022 Darryl W. Henry Asst. Treasurer Southern District Seat Term1Ends: 2022 HudsonTramm Member At TermSeatLarge2Ends: 2024 Rehmeyer,Richard MD Member Northern District Seat Term2Ends: 2022 $1.2 InvestmentBillioninNewCentersofCare The only public health system in the region, Sarasota Memorial is governed by the Sarasota County Public Hospital Board, made up of nine unpaid citizens elected by voters to four-year terms. Hospital Board members are rooted in our community and have extensive expertise relevant to the complexities of health care, including backgrounds in medicine, nursing, financial planning, construction, health care governance, technology, economic development, workforce management, public service and more. Charged with setting the strategic direction of the organization and serving as stewards of public resources, the Board establishes the organization’s annual budget in a transparent process, which includes public hearings that are open to the community. As a public, nonprofit health system, revenues are reinvested into services and facilities that improve care throughout the region. 8,000 Staff Sarasota County’s Largest Employer $620 Million Payroll Supporting Local Workforce
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The hospital offers a full range of medical and surgical care, as well as maternity services and an array of outpatient services. With patient volumes exceeding all expectations from day one, construction is already underway to add a new patient care tower. The hospital has been a major economic engine for the region. Construction has generated hundreds of jobs, and nearly 1,000 employees are working at the new campus. The hospital is also expanding SMH’s extensive physician base further south, forming the foundation of the medical staff for a future hospital in North Port.
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Improving South County Residents’ Access to Top-Quality Care
Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice opened in late 2021 and is providing the growing South County community with enhanced access to the health system’s nationally recognized expertise and high quality of care.
• Campus includes medical office building with primary and specialty care physician practices.
Building Hope for Cancer Patients As Sarasota Memorial continues to meet the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19, it remains focused on other health needs. Projects that will help enhance our community’s access to world-class medical services, including the development of the comprehensive Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute, continue to move forward. Responding to the rising number of local cancer cases and the complexity of modern oncology care, the Sarasota County Public Hospital Board has paved the way for three premier oncology facilities: a Radiation Oncology Center that opened on the University Parkway outpatient campus in 2020, an Oncology and Surgical Tower that opened on the Sarasota campus in 2021, and an outpatient Cancer Pavilion slated to open on the Sarasota campus in late 2025. More than bricks and mortar, the new facilities are places of hope and healing, giving local cancer patients access to leading specialists and the latest technology, treatments, clinical trials and supportive care, right here at home. Sarasota Campus Cancer Pavilion –OPENING 2025 When complete, the seven-story outpatient Cancer Pavilion will include a new breast health center, outpatient surgery suites, radiation oncology, infusion services, diagnostic imaging and integrative and supportive care. It also will be home to medical, surgical and radiation oncology physician clinics. Sarasota Campus Oncology Tower –NOW OPEN • 8 stories • 56 private patient suites • 9 ORs, including minimally invasive robotic surgery • Full array of navigation, counseling and support • Conference & Education Center
Enhancing Care through Leading Edge Research
Sarasota Memorial has decades of experience participating in national clinical trials across a wide range of specialties, bringing the latest treatments for cancer, COVID-19 and other diseases to our community. +
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• On-site nursing and pharmacy residency programs help new nurses and pharmacists successfully transition into professional practice.
With communities around the nation facing shortages of doctors and nurses, Sarasota Memorial is taking extra steps to attract and retain health care providers by providing a training ground for the next generation of caregivers:
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• In 2017, the hospital launched Sarasota’s first physician residency program, and now has 68 physicians training in high-demand areas each year, including: - 39 Internal Medicine residents working at SMH and our Newtown practice, helping to address health disparities. 27 Emergency Medicine residents and 2 Hospice and Palliative Medicine fellows.
• The health system’s First Physicians Group recruited 118 new providers in the last year and half, and has more than 320 physicians and advanced practice providers delivering specialty and primary care throughout the region.
At a time when growing numbers of community members are seeking care for mental health issues, Sarasota Memorial is moving forward with a new behavioral health pavilion that will expand and centralize services and replace aging facilities. Scheduled to open in the Fall of 2023 on the Sarasota campus, the new Cornell Family Behavioral Health Pavilion will be a state-of-the-art facility, providing access to comprehensive inpatient and outpatient behavioral and mental health services tailored to specific patient populations, including adults, seniors, children and adolescents.
Cornell Family Behavioral Health Pavilion – Opening 2023
• In addition, hundreds of independent physicians serve on the Medical Staffs of our two hospitals. Whether working in the hospital, in an office or out in the community, these highly trained and skilled doctors are committed to improving the quality of life of every patient who comes through their doors.
The health system also established clinics to provide outpatients with monoclonal antibody treatments and other anti-viral therapies to help reduce hospitalizations. Most recently, Sarasota Memorial was instrumental in creating and coordinating the Sarasota County COVID Therapy Coalition, which helps community members access the right COVID treatments and testing at the right time. Throughout the health crisis, the health system’s expert physicians and clinicians have provided multi-media updates on a weekly basis to share important guidance, tips and information with residents. As the pandemic stretches on, Sarasota Memorial’s commitment to keep our patients, staff and the community safe hasn’t wavered. health system continues to: Memorial Lion’s
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For nearly three years, Sarasota Memorial has taken a lead role in the battle against COVID-19, treating thousands of patients.
Charting a Path to a Safe “New Normal”
Share of COVID Care Since the Pandemic’s Onset COVID34,900VaccinesAdministered250,000COVIDLabTestsPerformedPatients9,000TreatedforCOVID+
Our team led efforts to protect the community through vaccination, setting up several clinics for seniors and under-served and vulnerable populations when COVID vaccines first became available.
• Maintain a large inventory of PPE • Refine contingency plans to quickly increase our capacity to handle patient surges • Increase clinical staffing and reward and recognize staff for their heroic efforts • Expand capabilities for: - Telehealth - Laboratory testing and capacity COVID-19 research Staff also have worked tirelessly to ensure that non-COVID medical needs are met, and encourage patients to stay up-to-date on preventive care and health screenings. Sarasota
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• The only hospital in Florida to receive the highest 5-star quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid in all reporting periods since the program began in 2016. • Named one of the world’s best hospitals 2019-2022 by Newsweek magazine. • Straight “A” grades for safety from The Leapfrog Group, an independent hospital watchdog organization, since 2016. • One of just 41 organizations worldwide to earn Gallup’s Exceptional Workplace Award for 2022. • Named among the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals, 40 Top Teaching Hospitals and 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals for 2022 by Fortune/Merative. • Ranked among the 50 best hospitals for specialized Rehabilitation care and a top performer in 15 conditions/ procedures by U.S. News in 2021/22. • One of just 1% of U.S. hospitals to earn Magnet Nursing Recognition — the highest honor for nursing excellence — 4 times. Support World-Class Care The Sarasota Memorial Healthcare Foundation is the philanthropic partner that helps Sarasota Memorial provide world-class care. For more information or to make a gift, please call (941) 917-1286 or visit smhf.org. Volunteers Make a Difference Sarasota Memorial’s volunteers provide vital support throughout the health system. If you’re interested in becoming a volunteer, please call (941) 917-1008 or email volunteer-office@smh.com. Sarasota Memorial Health Care & Urgent Care Center at Heritage Harbour 1040 River Heritage Blvd. ı (941) 917-6440 Sarasota Memorial Health Care Center at University Parkway 5350 University Parkway ı (941) 917-4777 Sarasota Memorial Urgent Care Center at University Parkway 5360 University Parkway ı (941) 917-1234 Radiation Oncology Center at University Parkway 5370 University Parkway ı (941) 917-7575 Sarasota Memorial Urgent Care Center at St. Armands 500 John Ringling Blvd. ı (941) 952-4750 Sarasota Memorial Breast Health Center 1921 Waldemere Street ı (941) 917-4101 Sarasota Memorial Heart Pavilion 1540 S. Tamiami Trail ı (941) 917-7070 Bayside Center for Behavioral Health 1650 S. Osprey Avenue ı (941) 917-7760 Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Sarasota 1700 S. Tamiami Trail ı (941) 917-9000 Sarasota Memorial Urgent Care Center at Bee Ridge 5590 Bee Ridge Rd. ı (941) 952-4950 Sarasota Memorial Urgent Care Center at Stickney Point 6331 S. Tamiami Trail ı (941) 917-5678 Sarasota Memorial Health Care Center at Clark Road 5880 Rand Blvd. ı (941) 917-5111 Sarasota Memorial HealthFit 5880 Rand Blvd. ı (941) 917-7000 Sarasota Memorial Nursing & Rehabilitation Center 5640 Rand Blvd. ı (941) 917-4950 Sarasota Memorial Health Care Center at Blackburn Point 929 S. Tamiami Trail ı (941) 917-4900 Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice 2600 Laurel Rd. E. ı (941) 261-9000 Sarasota Memorial Health Care & Urgent Care Center at Venice 997 U.S. 41 Bypass N. ı (941) 952-4250 Sarasota Memorial Health Care Center & ER at North Port 2345 Bobcat Village Center Rd. ı (941) 257-2800 Awards and Recognition SARASOTA MEMORIAL NETWORK OF SERVICES For a complete list of locations & services visit smh com
