Lakewood Ranch Medical Center

Need emergency care but want less waiting? ⏱️ You can now reserve a time at our ER to help streamline your visit for non-life-threatening conditions. If you’re experiencing a true emergency, please don’t wait — come to the ER immediately or call 911. Reserve your time here: 🔗 https://bit.ly/4k7mexF

Congratulations to our newest Nurse Bootcamp graduates! 🎉🩺 We’re proud to celebrate four outstanding RNs who have completed Nurse Bootcamp and received advanced training to prepare them for anything their new roles may bring. From left to right: ✨ Emily, Emma, and Summer will be joining our Med-Surg Unit ✨ Maria will be stepping into our Emergency Department Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to patient care truly shine. We’re excited to watch you grow and make a difference across our hospital. Welcome to your next chapter—we’re lucky to have you! 💪💙

Curious about GLP-1 medications vs. bariatric surgery? 💙 In this reel, we explain the differences and why it’s important to work with a doctor who can offer all your options for a personalized weight loss plan. Watch to learn more.

✨ As we kick off the year, we’re still celebrating some incredible recent recognitions, including our Leapfrog A award and our Top Hospital award. These achievements are possible because of our amazing physicians and team members. Every role, every day, makes a difference and these photos say it all. 💙

Do you know the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes? Get to know the common causes, symptoms and treatment options for these all-too-common conditions. Read our blog to learn more about the different types of diabetes: https://bit.ly/4ba14N9.

Happy CRNA Week! 🩺✨ Today we’re celebrating our Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists and the vital role they play in supporting our surgical teams and caring for patients before, during, and after surgery. Their expertise, vigilance, and compassion help ensure safe, high-quality care every day. Thank you to our CRNAs for the incredible work you do — we appreciate you! 💙

Please join us in celebrating Gabby, Emergency Room RN as our latest Employee Spotlight Award recipient 🌟 Gabby joined Lakewood Ranch Medical Center in 2019 as a student nurse and has grown into a valued ER RN after advancing through PCU roles. She was nominated by coworkers and patients for her calm, compassionate care, thoughtful communication, and willingness to go the extra mile — from keeping families informed to supporting teammates during busy shifts. We’re proud to recognize Gabby for the positive impact she makes every day. 💙

Today, we reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring message of service and equality. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support and uplift our community each day, carrying forward the values he championed. Let’s continue working together to create meaningful change.

Please join us in welcoming our newest team members! 🌟 We’re excited to have you join our hospital family and look forward to all you’ll bring to our community. Come grow with us — and if you’re looking for your next opportunity, explore our current openings here: 🔗 https://bit.ly/3Lmwfu9.

Yesterday, we were proud to host our annual Employee Appreciation Luncheon 💙 We celebrated team members reaching milestone anniversaries — from 5 to 35 years of service — recognized employees who earned honors throughout the year, including DAISY Awards and Employee Spotlights, and announced our top awards of the year. 🏆 Leader of the Year: Ma Lou Kaseta, Director of Quality 🏆 Rookie of the Year: Walker Wells, Infection Prevention Manager 🏆 Employee of the Year: Patricia Hoffman, Employee Health RN Congratulations to all those recognized, and thank you for making it such a wonderful event celebrating the dedication and teamwork of our incredible staff. 👏💙