Morton Plant Hospital

03/13/2026

BayCare is committed to meeting the wide-ranging health needs of our neighbors in Pinellas County. Every three years, BayCare conducts a comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) to identify the most significant health needs across our region and develop strategies to address them. Access the CHNA for Pinellas County and learn how BayCare and its community partners are responding to meet your community’s needs here: https://bit.ly/3PemoIa

03/11/2026

March is National Nutrition Month and today is Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day! Our registered dietitians (RDs) are accredited health care professionals who translate the science of nutrition into practical solutions to help our patients recover and live a healthier life. Thank you to our extraordinary RDs who are committed to improving our health through better food choices!

03/04/2026

Congratulations to Kaitlin, a nurse on Barnard 6, for receiving the prestigious DAISY® nursing award. DAISY® is a national recognition program for nurses and among the highest accolades in the nursing profession.

A patient nominated Kaitlin for listening to her fears, understanding her concerns, and becoming her advocate. The patient wrote, “Kaitlin did not give up. She worked tirelessly … to ensure my voice was heard. … Because of her persistence and compassion, a solution was found that respected my wishes and helped me feel safe enough to move forward.”

Kaitlin balanced professionalism with deep humanity, ensuring this wasn’t just a patient, but a person whose needs and fears mattered.

The patient continued, “Kaitlin is a true champion for those she serves and embodies everything the DAISY award represents.”

For more information on the DAISY® nursing award, go to https://bit.ly/3ZBMs22

03/03/2026

Happy Women's History Month! We're proud to recognize the incredible women who make a difference in our community and beyond. Let's take a moment to appreciate and honor their contributions this month and always.

02/27/2026

We are proud to be the first in Florida to offer a new device that enhances patient safety for valve-in-valve TAVR procedures. From the beginning, our heart team has been committed to clinical excellence, bringing the latest and best treatment options to our patients. Learn more about this latest advancement in valve replacement surgery:

For patients needing a second heart valve replacement, options have been limited — until now. Learn how Morton Plant Hospital is using newly FDA-approved technology to safely treat complex cases and expand access to advanced heart care close to home.

02/24/2026

In celebration of Black History Month, Bay News 9 shared the story of Sonny and Janice, two of our team members who have a combined 96 years of service. Here they found careers, friends, memories and most importantly each other.

Few people stay at a career longer than a decade, Sonny Harriel has worked at his for 51 years

02/22/2026

We’re proud of our multidisciplinary team at the Center for Advanced Valve and Structural Heart Care, leading the way in innovative treatments across the Tampa Bay area since 2012. Our recent Transcatheter Valve Re-certification from the American College of Cardiology is a testament to our ongoing commitment to excellence. 💙 https://bit.ly/3MwvUWj

02/20/2026

BayCare Medical Group proudly welcomes Mary Parianos, MD, to the BayCare Medical Group practice at 616 E Street, Suite B, Clearwater.

Board certified in internal medicine, Dr. Parianos accepts patients 18 and over. She emphasizes preventative medicine and chronic disease management. One of her goals is to empower her patients to take an active role in their health. She tries to create a welcoming environment where patients feel heard, respected and supported in every stage of life.

Dr. Parianos earned a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Central Florida College of Medicine in Orlando and completed her internal medicine residency at the University of Miami at Holy Cross Health in Fort Lauderdale, where she also served as chief resident. She is an accomplished author with many contributions to the medical field.

Dr. Parianos’ office phone number is (727) 442-5123. She accepts most major insurance plans.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4avrSoY

02/18/2026

A fluttering or racing heart could be more than just a passing feeling. Tune in to this episode of BayCare HealthChat to hear Dr. Rodrigo Bolanos, co-chair of BayCare’s Arrhythmia Committee, discuss heart rhythm disorders and when it’s time to see a specialist. 🎧

Listen here: bit.ly/4kqF0jI

02/13/2026

BayCare Medical Group proudly welcomes cardiothoracic surgeon Carlo Maria Rosati to our team. Dr Rosati is seeing patients age 18 and older at the BayCare Medical Group practice at 455 Pinellas St., Suite 320 in Clearwater.

Dr. Rosati specializes in treating diseases affecting the chest, heart, great vessels, lungs and esophagus, with a special interest and expertise in cardiac surgery. He received a medical degree from the University of Pisa Medical School and a biomedical engineering degree from the University of Pisa in Pisa, Italy. After completing his general surgery residency at Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis, Dr. Rosati completed his cardiothoracic surgery fellowship at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and an advanced coronary surgery fellowship at Mount Sinai Morningside in New York.

Dr. Rosati has authored more than 40 scientific articles published in prestigious journals, including Circulation, Annals of Thoracic Surgery and The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. Dr. Rosati is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society and the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. He’s the founder and president of the Mentorship Committee of the Association of Italian Surgeons in North America and the co-chair of the Physicians and Surgeons Chapter of the Italian Scientists and Scholars in North America Foundation. He was born in Italy and is fluent in Italian.

Dr. Rosati’s office phone number is (727) 446-2273. He accepts most major insurance plans.

Learn more: https: https://bit.ly/49TtWZ3

02/11/2026

For decades patients have trusted us to care for their hearts, and our outstanding cardiovascular professionals are the reason. This week we celebrate these specialized healthcare providers who work with passion, precision and compassion. Thank you for your commitment to keeping our hearts beating! 💓

02/06/2026

As the region’s largest academic health system, we continue to grow, without losing the heart of who we are. 💙 You can lean on us to take care of you when you need us most. Watch our inspiring commercial and see what makes BayCare special: people who lift one another up and care guided by compassion and integrity.