MIAMI, FL – Dec. 21, 2017— The National Association for Proton Therapy proudly announced today that its member Miami Cancer Institute has begun treating its first patients with proton therapy, further increasing the availability of the highly sophisticated radiation treatment for cancer patients nationwide. Miami Cancer Institute will officially mark the opening of South Florida’s first proton therapy center with a launch ceremony scheduled to take place during the first quarter of 2018.
Proton therapy is one of the most advanced methods of radiation treatment available today due to its unique ability to allow radiation treatment doses to be delivered to cancerous tumors while minimizing radiation exposure to healthy tissues and organs. Reducing unnecessary radiation for cancer patients results in the potential for fewer short and long term side effects.

“We’re thrilled to have successfully treated our first patients with proton therapy,” said Minesh Mehta, M.D., Deputy Director and Chief of Radiation Oncology at Miami Cancer Institute. “As one of the nation’s leading hybrid cancer centers, we are steadfast in our mission to deliver this kind of innovative care to our patients, and with the support and awareness from organizations such as The National Association for Proton Therapy, patients from around the world are learning more about this cutting-edge treatment and the renewed hope it brings.”

Miami Cancer Institute’s state-of-the-art Proton Therapy Center features a nationally and internationally recognized roster of experts with physician and physics expertise in proton therapy and clinical research that stand to improve the outcomes of cancer patients for years to come.

The National Association for Proton Therapy’s members are world-renowned cancer centers throughout the United States, a number of whom are National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers and National Comprehensive Care Network (NCCN) members.

“We are excited that Miami Cancer Institute has begun treating patients with proton therapy,” said Scott Warwick, Executive Director of the National Association of Proton Therapy. “Part of our mission is to work collaboratively to increase access to proton therapy and the Institute’s opening brings this advanced cancer treatment to cancer patients not only in one of the nation’s largest previously unserved metropolitan areas, but for cancer patients located in Latin America and the Caribbean as well.”

Miami Cancer Institute’s Proton Therapy Center will open in phases, with the first gantry treatment room currently open to patients and the second and third gantry rooms scheduled to open during the first and second quarter of 2018, respectively.

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About The National Association for Proton Therapy
The National Association for Proton Therapy (“NAPT”) is an independent non-profit organization founded in 1990 to educate and increase awareness about the clinical benefits of proton therapy. The NAPT’s mission is to work collaboratively to; educate and raise awareness of the therapeutic benefits of proton therapy among patients, providers, clinicians, payers, policymakers, and other stakeholders, ensure patient choice and access to affordable proton therapy, and encourage cooperative research and innovation to advance the appropriate and cost-effective utilization of proton therapy. A list of our members may be found at http://www.proton-therapy.org/members_section.html

About Miami Cancer Institute
Baptist Health South Florida is developing Miami Cancer Institute into a destination cancer center known for its leading clinical care, compassionate patient experience, advanced clinical research and state-of-the-art technology – including the first proton therapy center in South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. To accelerate its mission of hope, caring and innovation, Miami Cancer Institute has joined the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Alliance, a meaningful partnership that affords patients with cancer access to potential breakthrough therapies in South Florida. For more information, visit MiamiCancerInstitute.com.

Miami Cancer Institute is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region, with ten hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Bethesda Hospital East, Bethesda Hospital West, Doctors Hospital, Fishermen’s Community Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), more than 40 physician practices, 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Medical Group, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence spanning across Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to our faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has approximately 18,500 employees and more than 3,000 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net/newsroom and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

MIAMI, FL – Dec. 19, 2017 — Family medicine physician Sol Harari, M.D., has joined Baptist Health Medical Group, a network of primary care doctors and specialists who provide high quality medical care to patients of all ages, as part of the Baptist Health Primary Care team. He will see patients in the West Kendall Baptist Hospital Medical Arts Building, located at 15955 SW 96 Street, Suite 200.

Dr. Harari is Board certified in family medicine. He has nearly 25 years of experience providing patients with comprehensive and compassionate care. He specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of health issues, including simple and complex health conditions, chronic disease management, minor emergencies, urgent care and the coordination of specialty care.

“Dr. Harari is an excellent addition to our team of highly skilled physicians that is working together to provide our community with access to high-quality primary care services,” said Agueda Hernandez, M.D., medical director of the Baptist Health Primary Care Family Medicine Center at West Kendall Baptist Hospital. “He joins us in our efforts to help people maintain good health by focusing on the whole person and building an ongoing, personal patient-physician relationship.”

Dr. Harari received his medical degree from SUNY Downstate College of Medicine in Brooklyn, N.Y. He completed a three-year residency in family medicine at South Nassau Communities Hospital in Oceanside, N.Y.

“We are proud to welcome Dr. Harari to Baptist Health Primary Care,” said Bernie Fernandez, Jr., M.D., CEO of Baptist Health Medical Group. “His devotion to wellness, prevention and continuity of care will ensure patients receive the very best care and achieve the best outcomes.”

About Baptist Health Medical Group
Baptist Health Medical Group, a network of primary care doctors and specialists who provide high quality medical care to patients of all ages, is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region, with ten hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Bethesda Hospital East, Bethesda Hospital West, Doctors Hospital, Fishermen’s Community Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), more than 40 physician practices, 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Medical Group, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence spanning across Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to our faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has approximately 18,500 employees and more than 3,000 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net/newsroom and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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Miami, FL – December 5, 2017 – Baptist Health South Florida has been named one of the 2017 Best Workplaces for Diversity by Great Place to Work® and Fortune. Baptist Health was ranked No. 52 on the Best Workplaces for Diversity list. Rankings are based on employees’ assessments of professional development opportunities, leadership confidence, and consistent treatment among employees of different backgrounds, among other factors.

“At Baptist Health we celebrate our differences and share a culture of inclusion, which strengthens our talented team and the compassionate care we provide to our multicultural patient community.” said Adriene McCoy, Baptist Health’s corporate vice president and chief human resources officer. “We are extremely proud of our diverse workforce, and honored to be named as one of the Best Workplaces for Diversity.”

The Best Workplaces for Diversity stand out for their consistent leadership and the meaningful ways that all employees contribute to their organizations. Tenure for women and people of color was higher at the leading employers than at their peers. In several business sectors, the winning organizations also reported turnover two to three times lower than industry averages.

“The Best Workplaces for Diversity have achieved something beyond basic fairness. They find ways to connect with each and every employee, listening to their challenges and building on their talents,” said Michael Bush, CEO of Great Place to Work.

Baptist Health South Florida is also included on the 100 Best Companies to Work For list by Great Place to Work® and Fortune for the last 17 years.

About Baptist Health South Florida
Baptist Health South Florida is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with 10 hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Bethesda Hospital East, Bethesda Hospital West, Doctors Hospital, Fishermen’s Community Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), more than 40 physician practices, 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Medical Group, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence spanning across Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to our faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has approximately 18,500 employees and more than 3,000 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net/newsroom and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

MIAMI, FL – November 21, 2017 – South Miami Hospital and Doctors Hospital, part of Baptist Health South Florida, are among 66 hospitals nationwide to be recognized by the American College of Surgeons for achieving meritorious outcomes for surgical patient care.

The American College of Surgeons’ National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP®) is the only nationally validated quality improvement program that measures and enhances the care of surgical patients. Under the voluntary program, hospitals are required to track the outcomes of inpatient and outpatient surgical procedures and collect data that directs improvements in patient safety and surgical care.

“The commitment to excellence from our highly talented teams of surgeons, nurses and surgical staff is the driver that allows us to continuously provide the best care for patients entrusted to us. The recognition from this outstanding program validates their dedication to delivering high quality care at Baptist Health South Florida hospitals,” said Brian E. Keeley, president and CEO.

The 66 hospitals commended achieved the distinction based on their composite quality score related to patient management in eight clinical areas in 2016.

The American College of Surgeons is a scientific and educational organization of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to raise the standards of surgical practice and to improve the care of the surgical patient. The College is dedicated to the ethical and competent practice of surgery. Its achievements have significantly influenced the course of scientific surgery in America and have established it as an important advocate for all surgical patients. The College has more than 80,000 members and it is the largest organization of surgeons in the world.

About Baptist Health South Florida
Baptist Health South Florida is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with ten hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Bethesda Hospital East, Bethesda Hospital West, Doctors Hospital, Fishermen’s Community Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), more than 40 physician practices, 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Medical Group, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence spanning across Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to our faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has approximately 18,500 employees and more than 3,000 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net/newsroom and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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Harlan Selesnick, M.D., orthopedic surgeon with Miami Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute, received a proclamation and key to the city at the City of Miami Commission meeting. Nov. 16, 2017, was proclaimed Harlan Selesnick, M.D., Day, as he was recognized for his service as an orthopedic surgeon to the community as well as to a variety of sports teams.

Dr. Selesnick has been the only team physician for the Miami Heat since it was established in 1988, keeping players on the court through 12 division titles, 5 conference titles and three championship seasons. He is also a past president of the NBA Team Physician Society.

MIAMI, FL – November 13, 2017 – Today, Innovation Institute Miami, a venture led by Baptist Health South Florida and i360medical, a health technology innovation, IP, development and commercialization company, announced the launch of an open pipeline that allows inventors to submit ideas for healthcare advancements.

The initial scope includes medical devices (implantable and non-implantable), technology development, applications linked to devices and other process improvements with a focus on solving unmet needs in the patient experience. Clinicians, inventors and other entrepreneurs will have the opportunity to have their ideas evaluated and, in some cases, developed by i360medical’s team of engineering, development, industry and commercialization specialists.

This venture is part of an effort to develop a culture of innovation in South Florida and beyond that will positively impact human health.

“So many great medical ideas never leave the room because most people neither have the know-how nor the resources to bring their ideas to fruition. Our collaboration with i360medical allows us to drive improvements in patient care by creating an innovation pipeline, from concept to commercialization,” said Barry T. Katzen, M.D., founder and chief medical executive of Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute at Baptist Health. “We look forward to the opportunity to help turn ideas into technological advancements that allow physicians, surgeons, clinicians and staff to treat patients with the latest tools, devices and technologies available,” added Katzen.

As one of Europe’s leading commercialization companies, i360medical will provide globally recognized expertise to evaluate ideas submitted by inventors, whether from healthcare professionals, researchers, clinicians, engineers or other specialists.

Commenting on the partnership, Derek Young, CEO of i360medical said: “We are proud and delighted that Baptist Health South Florida and Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute have chosen us as their strategic partner and we look forward to working with Dr. Barry Katzen and the Baptist Health team over the coming years. We are confident that our partnership will identify a number of leading medical device concepts that can be developed to commercialization in the U.S. and abroad. This announcement is a further reinforcement of the requirement for greater collaboration in healthcare innovation globally. It is clear that Ireland’s growing reputation as a global leader in the area of medical devices can influence the enhancement of patient care. The biggest challenge in medical innovation is being able to identify unmet clinical needs and to bring an idea from concept to commercialization and all of the stages between that. We have created a proven model which allows us to work with healthcare organizations to identify and cultivate an innovation ecosystem for medical device concepts and then work with our partners to develop the concept further and bring it to the market and patient bedside.”

About i306medical
i360medical is an Irish headquartered Health Technology innovation company with offices in New York USA that drives collaboration across clinicians, multinational companies, SMEs, and universities. With an experienced international team and board who have strong design, development, IP, market, commercialization focus, i360medical is a dynamic conduit for new concept ideas and verified unmet surgical and clinical needs. The company offers International Health Systems, medical device companies, SMEs and entrepreneurs the opportunity to have specialist clinicians and medical device engineers collaboratively validate their devices and assist them with their clinical investigation and commercialization needs across six development stages/phases. i360medical has established itself as a preferred ‘one stop’ supplier of outsourced Ideation and R&D for a number of global and national Healthcare systems and medical technology companies. As part of our Innovation Agreements, i360medical offer a full range of activities to partners associated with healthcare technology commercialization including ideation, IP creation and management, design and prototype development, through to clinical studies and market introduction. Clients engage with i360medical because of our practical experience, independence, access to the European and emerging markets through our exceptional international clinical and commercial network and our ability to accelerate healthcare technology commercialization. www.i360medical.com

About Baptist Health South Florida
Baptist Health South Florida is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with ten hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Bethesda Hospital East, Bethesda Hospital West, Doctors Hospital, Fishermen’s Community Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), more than 40 physician practices, 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Medical Group, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence including Miami Cardiac and Vascular Institute and Miami Cancer Institute. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to our faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has approximately 18,500 employees and more than 3,000 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net/newsroom and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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Reston, VA – November 10, 2017 – IBA (Ion Beam Applications SA), the world’s leading provider of proton therapy solutions for the treatment of cancer, today announced that the company will collaborate with Miami Cancer Institute at Baptist Hospital of Miami to develop a significant cancer research and education program. The grant is earmarked to further proton therapy research and education by helping pave the way for broader clinical indications of proton therapy. It will also promote physics, dosimetry, preclinical and clinical research approaches to enhance the effectiveness of this cancer treatment being offered for the very first time in South Florida.

Miami Cancer Institute is equipped with the most comprehensive suite of advanced radiotherapy equipment highlighted by the state-of-the-art IBA Proteus®PLUS solution equipped with a three-gantry, beam matched configuration using a dual-spot, robotic couch and pencil beam scanning delivery technique that is guided by surface and cone-beam CT imaging. The proton therapy center will be the first in South Florida with extensive reach to the Caribbean, Latin America and beyond. The $430 million Institute also provides a world-class array of advanced radiation therapy treatment options including Gamma Knife radiosurgery, CyberKnife stereotactic radiation therapy, tomotherapy and volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT), brachytherapy, MR guided linac-based radiation therapy, GRID therapy, and radioisotope therapy. Miami Cancer Institute is one of the only cancer centers in the world to offer all of the latest radiation therapy modalities under one roof. Additionally, Miami Cancer Institute clinical research trials and personalized genomic/molecular medicine are all delivered in a highly sophisticated, patient-friendly environment with the highest quality clinical standards as established with the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Alliance.

“We are honored to partner with this esteemed cancer facility on furthering research focused on advancing proton therapy treatment for cancer patients.” shared Beth Klein, President IBA North America. “We support the vision and direction of Dr. Minesh Mehta, M.D., Deputy Director of the Miami Cancer Institute, Chief of Radiation Oncology for Baptist Health, and Professor and Chair of the Department of Radiation Oncology at Florida International University, to establish Miami Cancer Institute as a world class center for research and education in proton therapy with the goal to provide better outcomes for cancer patients. We look forward to the significant contributions Dr. Mehta and his team will make to proton therapy and patient treatments.”

Nicolas Bronchart, Executive Vice President of R&D, commented, ”Dr.Mehta has pulled together a world-class team of clinicians and medical physicists that will deliver his vision of establishing Miami Cancer Institute as a center for some of the most advanced cancer radiation therapy options. Our work together at Miami Cancer Institute will not only benefit the patients of South Florida but will potentially impact how cancer is treated throughout the world.”

Dr. Mehta stated: “Because Baptist Hospital and Miami Cancer Institute have committed major resources to the enhancement of comprehensive cancer care and research in the region, we have been very successful in attracting the best and most highly qualified individuals from around the world to participate in this exciting program which can be best characterized as having an optimal balance between the highest quality cancer care and cutting-edge research. This major research and educational grant further enhances this critical mission of ours.”

About IBA
IBA (Ion Beam Applications S.A.) is a global medical technology company focused on bringing integrated and
innovative solutions for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. The company is the worldwide technology
leader in the field of proton therapy, considered to be the most advanced form of radiation therapy available
today. IBA’s proton therapy solutions are flexible and adaptable, allowing customers to choose from universal
full-scale proton therapy centers as well as compact, single room solutions. In addition, IBA also has a radiation
dosimetry business and develops particle accelerators for the medical world and industry. Headquartered in
Belgium and employing about 1,500 people worldwide, IBA has installed systems across the world.
IBA is listed on the Pan-European stock exchange NYSE EURONEXT (IBA: Reuters IBAB.BR and Bloomberg
IBAB.BB).

More information can be found at: www.iba-worldwide.com

About Miami Cancer Institute
Baptist Hospital’s Miami Cancer Institute is a major destination cancer center known for its leading clinical
care, exceptional patient experience, advanced clinical research and state-of-the-art technology – including
the first proton therapy center in South Florida with extensive reach to the Caribbean, Latin America and
beyond. To accelerate its mission of hope, caring and innovation, Miami Cancer Institute has joined the
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Alliance, a dynamic partnership that will enable cancer patients to access
potential breakthrough therapies in South Florida. For more information, visit MiamiCancerInstitute.com.

Miami Cancer Institute is part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region,
with ten hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital,
Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital, West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Fishermen’s Community Hospital,
Bethesda Hospital East and Bethesda Hospital West), nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist
Health Medical Group, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence.
With this extensive network, Miami Cancer Institute and Baptist Hospital are uniquely positioned to serve a
large portion of South Florida’s population with the most sophisticated cancer treatment options. The not-forprofit,
faith-based Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,300 affiliated physicians. Baptist
Health South Florida has been recognized as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and as
one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net and connect with us
on Facebook at Facebook.com/baptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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MIAMI, FL – November 7, 2017 — Jacqueline O’Malley, a highly experienced fundraiser and active member of the South Florida community, has joined Baptist Health Foundation, the fundraising division of Baptist Health South Florida. O’Malley will serve as an assistant vice president at the Foundation, actively fundraising as well as overseeing and identifying a variety of philanthropic initiatives and growth strategies, with a special focus on the new Miami Cancer Institute.

Prior to joining Baptist Health, O’Malley served in a series of progressive roles at United Way of Miami-Dade since 1995. Most recently, she was group vice president overseeing a team of 28 staff members, leading the annual campaign and collaborating with key contributors and volunteers to achieve fundraising objectives.

“Jacquie’s vast experience, longtime involvement in the community and keen ability to convey the importance of philanthropy will be invaluable assets to our organization,” said Baptist Health Foundation CEO Bill Banchs. “She joins us at an exciting time, on the heels of a fiscal year in which we raised the highest amount of funds in our history. I am confident her talent and leadership skills will benefit us in our pursuit of even more ambitious goals.”

“It is an incredible honor to join an institution that is deeply committed to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves,” said O’Malley. “I look forward to working alongside the Baptist team of professionals and volunteers to generate additional support and resources for Baptist Health and its Miami Cancer Institute. It is particularly exciting to be part of Miami Cancer Institute’s start here in our community.”

O’Malley received a B.S. degree in Communications and Broadcast Production from Florida International University in Miami. Her current community affiliations include serving on the Board of the Chapman Partnership for the Homeless and the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce SEO program committee.

About Baptist Health Foundation
The mission of Baptist Health Foundation is to inspire philanthropy and build extraordinary donor relationships in support of excellence, innovation, community wellness and global leadership in healthcare at Baptist Health South Florida. Through philanthropy, the Foundation supports and expands Baptist Health’s ability to provide outstanding patient care and bring the latest treatments to patients and families affected by a serious illness. Donor contributions also allow the Foundation to assist Baptist Health facilities in keeping pace with technology and equipment advances, perform cutting-edge research and offer continuing education opportunities to medical staff. Learn more at BaptistHealth.net/Foundation.

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The Beacon Council’s Annual Meeting and Key Ceremony, marked the official start of Nelson Lazo, CEO of Doctors Hospital’s (right) new position as Chair of the Beacon Council. Jaret Davis, co-managing shareholder of Greenberg Traurig’s Miami office (left) passed the gavel on to Mr. Lazo during the ceremony held on Thursday, October 26 at the InterContinental Hotel.

Boca Raton, Fla. – October 24, 2017 – Baptist Health South Florida has acquired a majority interest in South Palm Ambulatory Surgery Center, located in Boca Raton. South Palm Ambulatory Surgery Center changed its name to Baptist Health Surgery Center on October 6, 2017.This acquisition is part of an alliance formed with AmSurg, an industry leader in ambulatory surgery and physician services. This center represents Baptist Health’s second outpatient surgery center in Palm Beach County.

Located at 1905 Clint Moore Road, the 11,000-square-foot center provides a healthcare alternative to patients in surrounding communities. Physicians at Baptist Health Surgery Center are specialized in performing outpatient procedures for:

• Gastroenterology
• Orthopedics — including hand surgery
• Foot and ankle surgery
• Ophthalmology
• General surgery
• Plastic and reconstructive surgery

“We are pleased to have partnered with a first-class surgery center,” said Patricia Rosello, chief executive officer of Baptist Outpatient Services. “The acquisition of South Palm Ambulatory Surgery Center furthers Baptist Health’s commitment to bring diverse and convenient outpatient services to Palm Beach County.”

Baptist Health – with more than 18,000 employees, physicians and volunteers – is committed to medical and service excellence that ranks it among the best healthcare organizations in the nation.

For more information about Baptist Health Surgery Center, visit BaptistHealth.net/SurgeryCenters or call 561-807-8090.

About Baptist Health South Florida
Baptist Health South Florida is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with ten hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Bethesda Hospital East, Bethesda Hospital West, Doctors Hospital, Fishermen’s Community Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), more than 40 physician practices, 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Medical Group, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence spanning across Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to our faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has approximately 18,500 employees and more than 3,000 affiliated physicians. Baptist Health South Florida has been recognized by Fortune as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America and by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies. For more information, visit BaptistHealth.net/newsroom and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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