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Tampa General Hospital Honored as a Leading Industry Innovator by Modern Healthcare

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital (TGH) is one of 10 organizations nationwide recognized in Modern Healthcare's Innovators Class of 2024. This award program highlights leaders and organizations, selected by Modern Healthcare's editorial team, who are driving innovation that improves care, achieves measurable results and advances the clinical and financial goals of the organization.

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital (TGH) is one of 10 organizations nationwide recognized in Modern Healthcare's Innovators Class of 2024.
  • "At Tampa General, we're dedicated to driving innovation by leveraging the latest technologies, forging dynamic partnerships and implementing strategic initiatives that enhance patient outcomes, accessibility and affordability," said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General.
  • Modern Healthcare is a leading source of healthcare business news.
  • Tampa General and the full Innovators Class of 2024 are profiled in the April 8 print edition of the magazine and online here .

TGH Women's Institute Receives Highest Honor from National Accrediting Body

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Friday, April 5, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Women's Institute at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) announced that it has received the highest national designation (Level IV) in maternal care from The Joint Commission — the gold standard in accreditation — underscoring its commitment to excellence in care for mothers and babies.

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  • The Joint Commission, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering health care organizations in providing the highest level of safety and quality, verified the TGH Women's Institute as a Level IV Maternal Care hospital.
  • Founded in 1951, The Joint Commission is the nation's oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in health care.
  • The TGH Women's Institute provides a full range of women's health services, from routine obstetrics and gynecology to more complex maternal-fetal medicine and neonatal care.
  • The Institute is one of only 11 health care facilities in Florida and the only one in Hillsborough County to receive this distinction.

Tampa General Hospital's Dr. Peggy Duggan Named a Tampa Bay BusinessWoman of the Year

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Peggy Duggan, executive vice president, chief physician executive and chief medical officer of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), was one of just 30 leaders honored by the Tampa Bay Business Journal as a 2024 BusinessWoman of the Year. This award program annually recognizes some of the most dynamic and influential businesswomen in the Tampa Bay region, highlighting their collective positive impact on the community, and honorees were celebrated at a gala event at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street on March 29.

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dr. Peggy Duggan, executive vice president, chief physician executive and chief medical officer of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), was one of just 30 leaders honored by the Tampa Bay Business Journal as a 2024 BusinessWoman of the Year.
  • "Peggy is an outstanding leader and an exceptional colleague whose impact within our organization and in our community cannot be understated," said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital.
  • At Tampa General, Duggan oversees all functions related to physicians and patient care, quality, safety and patient experience for the academic and research health system.
  • Duggan and the list of 2024 BusinessWoman of the Year honorees are profiled in the print edition of the Tampa Bay Business Journal, as well as online here .

Tampa General Hospital Recognized as One of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women by Newsweek

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Friday, March 29, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital (TGH) — the primary teaching hospital for the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine — is included in Newsweek's 2024 list of "America's Greatest Workplaces for Women," which recognizes the top 1,000 employers for women in the U.S. based on metrics, including compensation, work-life balance and proactive management on diversity. Tampa General is one of fewer than 50 Florida-based employers recognized in this year's ranking.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital (TGH) — the primary teaching hospital for the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine — is included in Newsweek's 2024 list of "America's Greatest Workplaces for Women," which recognizes the top 1,000 employers for women in the U.S. based on metrics, including compensation, work-life balance and proactive management on diversity.
  • Tampa General is one of fewer than 50 Florida-based employers recognized in this year's ranking.
  • "At Tampa General, we are committed to creating and sustaining an equitable environment that gives all team members the opportunity and the resources they need to thrive," said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General.
  • Tampa General and the rest of this year's "America's Greatest Workplaces for Women" are ranked here.

Tampa General Hospital's Qualenta Kivett Recognized as a Chief People Officer to Know in 2024 by Becker's Hospital Review

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Qualenta Kivett, JD, executive vice president and chief people and talent officer of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), was recognized by Becker's Hospital Review as one of its "84+ Chief Human Resource Officers (CHROs) and Chief People Officers to Know" for 2024. Her inclusion on this list underscores her dedication to successfully developing and integrating strong human capital strategies for one of the nation's leading academic and research-based health systems.

Key Points: 
  • Kivett, Tampa General Hospital's EVP and chief people and talent officer, was recognized by Becker's Hospital Review for her exceptional leadership in people and talent strategy.
  • TAMPA, Fla., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Qualenta Kivett, JD, executive vice president and chief people and talent officer of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), was recognized by Becker's Hospital Review as one of its "84+ Chief Human Resource Officers (CHROs) and Chief People Officers to Know" for 2024.
  • Kivett is leading Tampa General's efforts to intentionally establish a culture of belonging, with an emphasis on data-driven decision-making to better identify additional workplace inclusion opportunities.
  • "It is an honor to have the essential contributions of our People and Talent team recognized nationally," said Kivett.

Tampa General Hospital Celebrates Revitalized Bayshore Fitness Trail, Bringing New Opportunities for Residents and Visitors to Exercise and Enjoy Tampa's Beauty

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leaders from Tampa General Hospital, the City of Tampa and Hill Ward Henderson cut the ribbon today on the new Bayshore Fitness Trail, inviting residents and visitors to enjoy the upgraded path and new fitness equipment at the community landmark.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., March 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leaders from Tampa General Hospital , the City of Tampa and Hill Ward Henderson cut the ribbon today on the new Bayshore Fitness Trail, inviting residents and visitors to enjoy the upgraded path and new fitness equipment at the community landmark.
  • "We're on a mission to strengthen the health and wellness of our region by increasing access to fitness opportunities and resources that foster a healthy lifestyle.
  • We are excited to see this new fitness equipment offered to our residents and visitors alike," said Tampa Mayor Jane Castor.
  • Hill Ward Henderson , a prominent law firm based in Downtown Tampa and Clearwater initially funded the Bayshore Fitness Trail in 2013.

Tampa General Hospital's Stacey Brandt Named to Modern Healthcare 2024 Class of Women Leaders

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stacey Brandt, executive vice president and chief administrative officer of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), was recognized as part of Modern Healthcare's 2024 class of Women Leaders. Modern Healthcare, the leader in health care business news, research and data, annually honors influential women from all sectors of the health care industry who are making significant contributions to their organizations by developing policy, leading change and guiding improvements in care delivery.

Key Points: 
  • Brandt, Tampa General Hospital's EVP and chief administrative officer, was recognized among Modern Healthcare's 2024 class of Women Leaders for her strategic leadership.
  • TAMPA, Fla., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Stacey Brandt, executive vice president and chief administrative officer of Tampa General Hospital (TGH), was recognized as part of Modern Healthcare's 2024 class of Women Leaders.
  • "Stacey's exceptional leadership and outstanding strategic acumen have directly driven significant organizational growth and capture of market share for Tampa General," said John Couris, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital.
  • Brandt and the full 2024 class of Modern Healthcare Women Leaders are profiled in the print edition of the magazine, as well as online here .

University of South Florida Tampa General Physicians Becomes First Academic Medical Group in the Nation to Achieve Prestigious Collaborative Just Culture® Program Recognition

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Friday, March 8, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital (TGH) and USF Health announced this month the University of South Florida Tampa General Physicians (USFTGP) has earned a qualification from global independent certification firm, DNV, for its Collaborative Just Culture Program®. This achievement marks the first recognition of its kind in the nation for an academic medical group and comes less than one year after Tampa General Hospital became the first academic health system in the nation to receive the prestigious qualification.

Key Points: 
  • Recognition from the DNV International accreditation organization reflects Collaborative High Reliability Standards practiced by physicians at Tampa General and USF Health.
  • TAMPA, Fla., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tampa General Hospital (TGH) and USF Health announced this month the University of South Florida Tampa General Physicians (USFTGP) has earned a qualification from global independent certification firm, DNV , for its Collaborative Just Culture Program®.
  • This achievement marks the first recognition of its kind in the nation for an academic medical group and comes less than one year after Tampa General Hospital became the first academic health system in the nation to receive the prestigious qualification.
  • It's another third-party confirmation that patients access best-in-class providers with the highest quality standards when they seek care at Tampa General."

Video: TGH Ventures, the TGH Cancer Institute and Synapse Florida Announce the Winner of the TGH Innovation Challenge

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TGH Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm and innovation team at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) announced the winner of the first TGH Innovation Challenge on Wednesday, February 28 at Synapse Summit in Tampa, Florida.

Key Points: 
  • The global competition called for new and innovative solutions to provide lifesaving care and reduce cancer mortality in rural areas.
  • TAMPA, Fla., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TGH Ventures , the corporate venture capital arm and innovation team at Tampa General Hospital (TGH) announced the winner of the first TGH Innovation Challenge on Wednesday, February 28 at Synapse Summit in Tampa, Florida.
  • As the winner, Aayu + Box received a prize valued at $50,000 from Tampa General to support a potential partnership or pilot project in collaboration with TGH Ventures and the TGH Cancer Institute .
  • The TGH Innovation Challenge received 75 applications from around the world submitted by established and start-up companies, academia, the medical community as well as individuals who have had their lives impacted by cancer.

Tampa General Hospital Ranked #1 Health Care Organization in Tampa Bay and Among Top 100 of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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TAMPA, Fla., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Forbes Magazine released its annual rankings of America's Best Large Employers, and Tampa General Hospital (TGH) is ranked #83 on the national list. Tampa General is one of just three Florida-based organizations of the top 100 on the list and the #1 health care organization in Tampa Bay.

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Forbes Magazine released its annual rankings of America's Best Large Employers , and Tampa General Hospital (TGH) is ranked #83 on the national list .
  • Tampa General is one of just three Florida-based organizations of the top 100 on the list and the #1 health care organization in Tampa Bay.
  • The ranking in Forbes Magazine among America's Best Large Employers is the latest in a series of recognitions earned by Tampa General for its dedication to team members.
  • Other accolades include Forbes Top 25 America's Best Employers by State, Forbes Top 100 America's Best Employers for Women and Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.