UF Health Jacksonville

As Midwifery Week comes to a close, we’re giving a heartfelt salute to our incredible Certified Nurse Midwives at UF Health Jacksonville! We hope you’ve been as inspired as we are by their powerful stories and the compassionate care they provide, making a lasting impact on women and their birthing journeys. Let’s continue to celebrate their dedication and the difference they make every day!

On Tuesday, October 8, UF Health was a proud sponsor of the NFL’s and Jacksonville Jaguar’s Crucial Catch Program which allowed approximately 100 children and family members to enjoy the fun and excitement of Main Event as a respite from cancer treatment. UF Health Jacksonville CEO, Patrick Green, spoke to the group about their inspirational strength and courage. UF Health Jacksonville Marketing Manager, Sarah Miller, shared her recent bout with cancer and the exceptional treatment she received at UF Health Jacksonville and UF Health Proton Therapy Institute.

Happy Friday as we continue to spotlight our Certified Midwives during Midwifery Week. We're sharing more of what they love most about their work and their inspiring answers. Today, we’re excited to feature Carrie Shultz and Amy Shuler from UF Health North and Amy Shuler from UF Health North. Tomorrow we'll have our final spotlights featuring more of our midwives. Tune in and learn more about our prenatal, labor, and neonatal services at ufhealthjax.org/pregnancy!

Making Strides is Saturday, October 19. Join the UF Health Jacksonville team today. Visit https://lnkd.in/enMVGJpu or scan the QR code to join our UF Health Jacksonville team. The American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer movement is changing lives across the nation! Together, we’re celebrating survivors and thrivers, funding groundbreaking breast cancer research, and supporting life-saving programs. By uniting, we can ensure that every woman and man has a fair opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive breast cancer. Let’s keep making strides toward a future without breast cancer!

Breast Imaging Navigators are an important part of services offered by UF Health Breast Surgery – Jacksonville. They provide comprehensive, individualized evaluation and treatment options for patients with benign and malignant diseases of the breast. Meet Charlie Williams, a breast imaging navigator, who describes how she guides patients through the process of ensuring they understand their options and more when it comes to evaluation and treatment. https://lnkd.in/e-nJjBf5

In honor of the 2024 National Hispanic Heritage Month theme, “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together,” we would like to showcase Hispanic and Latino colleagues from across our campus. Today’s feature is Juan Carlos Alvarez Rodriguez, a Director of Laboratory Administration. Juan has always enjoyed medicine and been curious about the aspects of what drives clinical decisions. He became interested in laboratory administration during his time of service in the Navy. Early in his military career, he attended the Advanced Laboratory Technician School through the Naval School of Health Sciences, which offered a fast-paced medical laboratory program. Since then, Juan has worked as a laboratory technician in hospitals and clinics of various sizes. He retired from active duty in 2023. Juan was the first in his family to serve a full career in active-duty military service, which created a path for those who would come after him. Being Hispanic, he has overcome language barriers, transforming what could have been an obstacle into a strength by mastering communication skills in a high-pressure environment. He embraced the challenges of military life, adapting to new environments, taking on leadership roles, and making sacrifices, all while representing his family with pride. Through his commitment, he has opened doors of opportunities and inspired future generations to pursue similar aspirations. He’s shown that with determination it’s possible to break barriers and leave a legacy for future generations. He is now proud to have the privilege of working for UF Health and looks forward to continuing to build strong working relationships with our staff.

Midwifery Week is in full swing, and we’re continuing to share the heartfelt words of our incredible Certified Nurse Midwives! Today, we’re thrilled to highlight Amy Hart from our Downtown campus and Dalia Philbeck from UF Health North. These amazing women are making a lasting impact on our community by offering compassionate guidance and support during one of life’s most pivotal moments—childbirth. Stay tuned as we showcase more midwives and their inspiring stories of empowering women and shaping brighter futures! 🌟💫 #MidwiferyWeek #OurCareNeverQuits

In celebration of Midwifery Week, we asked our incredible Certified Nurse Midwives what they love most about their work—and their answers were inspiring! Today, we’re excited to feature Angela Elliott from our Downtown campus and Amanda Carryl from UF Health North. Stay tuned all week as we spotlight more of their inspiring stories and the amazing ways their care empowers women, enhances birthing experiences, and shapes healthier futures. #ourcareneverquits #midwiferyweek

You're invited to the upcoming pediatrics open houses at UF Health Family Medicine and Pediatrics – Oakleaf. The first open house is Tuesday, Oct. 15. Meet board-certified pediatrician Kevin Kasych, MD, FAAP, and Rebecca Adams, APRN, FNP-BC. They provide comprehensive care for children from newborn to age 18. Tour the office, ask questions, and learn about our care philosophies and expectations. https://lnkd.in/ecwRpmW8

Cheers to an incredible First Coast Heart Walk! A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, stepped up, and donated to help us hit our fundraising goal! 🏅 Your support fuels lifesaving research that keeps our community heart-healthy and thriving. Together, we’re making strides toward longer, healthier lives! ❤️👟