Baptist Health Opens Express Care in Key Biscayne

Key Biscayne, Fla. – March 20, 2017 – Adults and children with minor illnesses and injuries now have a faster, lower-cost option when needing medical care at the new Baptist Health Express Care, located at 240 Crandon Boulevard.

The Baptist Health Express Care is open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and walk-ins are welcome – no appointment is necessary. Prices of services are provided before treatment. Care is provided by graduate-level advanced registered nurse practitioners, physician assistants and a team of clinical support staff well qualified to treat most minor illnesses and injuries. Residents can call 786-595-8250 for more information.

“We were the pioneers in creating urgent care centers nearly 20 years ago. We are confident that our new Express Care center will mirror the same high patient satisfaction,” said Patricia Rosello, CEO, Baptist Outpatient Services.

Reasons to Visit:
– Common cold and flu
– Fever
– Earache
– Sore throat
– Simple strains and sprains
– Minor cuts and wounds
– Non-severe asthma attacks
– Painful or burning urination
– Rashes and minor allergic reactions

When it’s chest pain or a possible heart attack, severe injury or another life-threatening problem, call 911 or head to the nearest hospital emergency room.

“Our team of medical professionals is providing top-quality care for people of all ages who come to us with minor injuries and illness. We welcome all to walk in for a quick diagnosis and walk out in many cases with your medication in hand,” said Luis Bellmas, vice president, Baptist Outpatient Services.

Baptist Health has plans to open additional Express Care locations in the near future in Miami-Dade and Broward counties.

About Baptist Health South Florida
Baptist Health South Florida is the largest healthcare organization in the region, with seven hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital), nearly 50 outpatient and urgent care facilities, Baptist Health Medical Group, Baptist Health Quality Network and internationally renowned centers of excellence. A not-for-profit organization supported by philanthropy and committed to our faith-based charitable mission of medical excellence, Baptist Health has approximately 16,000 employees and 2,400 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 and connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/BaptistHealthSF and on Twitter and Instagram @BaptistHealthSF.

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Baptist Health Acquires Eye Surgery Center

Baptist Health South Florida recently completed the acquisition of the Foundation for Advanced Eye Care, now known as Baptist Eye Surgery Center, making this the eighth Baptist Health location in Broward County.
The ambulatory surgery center, located at 3737 N. Pine Island Road in Sunrise, specializes in cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants, femtosecond laser (optimizes the precision, safety and control of traditional cataract surgery), YAG laser procedures, cornea transplants, blepharoplasty/eyelid revision procedures and retina procedures.
The Center’s physician leadership and staff have expressed excitement about their partnership with one of the best healthcare organizations in the nation – as well as one of South Florida’s largest employers – as they continue to provide outstanding healthcare services to the community.
The acquisition furthers Baptist Health’s commitment to bring diverse and convenient outpatient services to the Broward community. “We are pleased not only to offer top-quality eye surgery services, but also to welcome the Foundation for Advanced Eye Care staff to the Baptist Health family,” said Patricia Rosello, chief executive officer of Baptist Outpatient Services.
Baptist Health South Florida is committed to medical and service excellence that ranks it among the best healthcare organizations in the nation, with more than 17,000 employees, physicians and volunteers. As it continues to grow in Broward County, it’s bringing the same level of medical excellence and personalized care to its outpatient experience. Whether it’s diagnostic imaging, urgent care, endoscopy, sleep diagnostics and now eye surgery services, Baptist Health’s outpatient centers are conveniently located in Coral Springs, Davie, Pembroke Pines, Weston, Sawgrass and Sunrise.
For more information about Baptist Eye Surgery Center, visit BaptistEyeSurgery.com or call 954-837-1100 for additional information about other Baptist Health locations in Broward County.
Baptist Outpatient Services is a part of Baptist Health South Florida, the largest healthcare organization in the region, with seven hospitals (Baptist Hospital, Baptist Children’s Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Mariners Hospital, South Miami Hospital and West Kendall Baptist Hospital) and more than 30 outpatient and urgent care facilities spanning three counties. The not-for-profit, faith-based Baptist Health has more than 15,000 employees and 2,200 affiliated physicians, and also includes Baptist Health Medical Group, Baptist Outpatient Services and internationally renowned centers of excellence. Baptist Health Foundation, the organization’s fundraising arm, supports services at all hospitals and facilities. Baptist Health was just listed by Fortune magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America (#19 in the nation and #1 in Florida) and has remained on the list for 14 years. It was also recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the fourth year in a row by the Ethisphere Institute.

 

Contact: Katherine Chavez; 786-596-7282; [email protected]