UF Health Central Florida

Join us in welcoming Bela Kudish, MD to UF Health Medical Group Urogynecology! Dr. Kudish is a double board-certified urogynecologist with over 20 years of experience in urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery. She is now accepting new patients in Lake, Marion, and Sumter counties. To schedule an appointment, call 352.323.5665. Welcome aboard, Dr. Kudish! 💙🧡

Check out this sneak peek of our new UF Health Emergency and Urgent Care Center opening this fall, in the thriving community of Clermont! 🏥 Building on the same foundation as our Mount Dora/Eustis location, we are thrilled to expand our world-class healthcare services to South Lake County. Experience full-service ER and urgent care under one roof. Stay tuned for the grand opening of this location!

Back to School season is here! 🎒 Set your kids up for success with these pro sleep 😴 tips to ensure they start the year well-rested and ready to learn: 1. Create a Routine: Set a consistent bedtime with calming activities like music, reading, and brushing teeth. 2. Prioritize Sleep: Aim for 9+ hours of rest to boost focus, learning, and well-being. 3. Power Down: Limit screen time before bed to help your child relax and sleep better. Learn more about the importance of sleep schedules for back to school: https://bit.ly/3SRdOOx

Special Delivery! UF Health Central Florida is honored to be the recipient of this year’s “Subaru Loves to Care” project, thanks to our partnership with Subaru and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS). They provided cozy blankets and encouraging messages of hope from Subaru customers and retailers, reminding our patients at UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital that they are never alone in their fight against cancer. 🎗️

Congratulations to Shannon Long, ICU nurse at UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital, for receiving the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses! Shannon’s commitment to providing extraordinary skill and compassionate care was highlighted in a heartfelt nomination: “Angels do exist!! Shannon is a special angel! She provided critical, skilled care to my mother, lifting her spirits and showing extraordinary kindness. Shannon made the hospital shine, saved my mother’s life, and brought our family together. I am forever grateful.” UF Health Central Florida proudly partners with The Daisy Foundation to honor nurses who exemplify such dedication. Thank you, Shannon, for your profound impact! #DAISYAward #DAISYAwardHonoree #UFHealth #ExtraordinaryNurses

You're not feeling well...now what? 🤒 Take the guesswork out of where to go when you visit Central Florida's first-ever combined ER and Urgent Care facility, UF Health Emergency and Urgent Care Center. Whether it is a minor issue or a critical emergency, we are here to serve you 24/7. 🏥 With the convenience of urgent care and the medical expertise of an emergency room, you never have to choose between exceptional service and exceptional treatment. For more information about our services, visit: https://lnkd.in/eXHRvcHA

We are filled with gratitude for Honey’s Mini Therapy Adventures for bringing joy and uplifting the spirits of our patients and their families. Rocket, their miniature therapy horse, recently paid us a special healing visit at UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital. We captured this beautiful moment of one of our patients experiencing the healing power of animal therapy, bringing a smile to her face. Moments like these remind us of the incredible impact of compassionate care! #AnimalTherapy #HealingMoments #CompassionateCare

Had a blast connecting with our amazing community at this month's Eustis First Friday! Our paw friends stole the show. 🐾 We offered visitors free health screenings, and our furry friends LOVED our branded dog bowls. Keeping our community healthy and happy is what keeps us going!

Our hearts are heavy as we send our sincere condolences to the Lake County Sheriff's Office for the loss of one of their officers and injuries sustained by others. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire law enforcement community during this difficult time. We are grateful for the bravery and dedication shown by our first responders every day, putting their lives on the line to protect and serve our communities.

Dr. Stephen Motew, president and CEO of UF Health, recently donated blood at LifeSouth Community Blood Centers. Donating blood is incredibly important. Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood, and a single donation can save up to three lives. Blood donations are essential for surgeries, cancer treatments, chronic illnesses, and emergencies. Join Dr. Motew in supporting our community. Your donation can help ensure there’s always enough blood available for those in need. Visit LifeSouth today and make a difference. #UFHealth #LifeSouth #BloodDonation #CommunityHealth