Mease Dunedin Hospital

04/03/2026

This past week, Mease Dunedin Hospital was filled with gratitude as we celebrated the physicians who make a difference every single day. 💙

Throughout Doctors Day and National Physicians Week, we honored the dedication, leadership and service of our physicians with thoughtful moments of appreciation — from catered meals to ice cream, massages and special touches throughout the week.

Our physicians are deeply committed to the art of medicine, working alongside dedicated health care teams to care for patients, support families and strengthen our community.

📸 Here are a few highlights from a week spent celebrating the healers who bring compassion and excellence to everything they do.

We are incredibly thankful for our physicians and were honored to celebrate them all week long. 🌟

03/31/2026

Grateful for the hearts that serve. 💙

We recently had the honor of celebrating our volunteers at a special Service Awards luncheon at Mease Dunedin Hospital. Joined by members of our leadership team, we recognized volunteers marking milestone years of service and the incredible impact they make every day.

Together, these dedicated individuals represent an astounding 235 years of service and more than 66,500 volunteer hours generously given to our patients, families and team members.

Your compassion, commitment and selflessness truly make a difference in our community. Thank you for being the heart and soul of Mease Dunedin Hospital — we are so grateful for each and every one of you. 🫶

03/30/2026

On Doctors Day and every day at BayCare, we’re grateful for the exceptional, patient-centered care provided by our physicians. Serving our West Central Florida communities with clinical excellence and compassion, BayCare physicians help deliver outstanding outcomes and high levels of patient satisfaction across the region. As part of the region’s largest academic health system, their dedication also helps shape the future of care. Happy Doctors Day! 🩺💙

03/27/2026

A dozen years of recognition from the Tampa Bay Times Top Workplaces — and counting! 🎉

BayCare has been named a 2026 Top Workplace for the 12th year in a row, based entirely on team member feedback. We’re grateful to our team members for creating a culture rooted in values, growth and support. Read more about our award here: https://bit.ly/3O67Wlp.

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Based entirely on team member feedback, the prestigious recognition underscores BayCare’s continued commitment to fostering a people‑first workplace culture across the Tampa Bay region.

03/25/2026

As we begin National Physicians Week, we honor our BayCare physicians who provide compassionate care to patients and their families, advance medicine and strengthen our communities. Thank you for all you do!

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: bit.ly/3PemoIa

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.

03/02/2026

Applications Are Now Open for Camp Nurse Jr. at Mease Dunedin Hospital! 🏥✨

Do you know a middle school student who dreams of working in health care — or is simply curious about what happens inside a hospital? The Diane Rauch Camp Nurse Jr. is returning to Mease Dunedin Hospital this summer, offering a fun, hands-on introduction to nursing and other health care careers — right here in our community.

This three-day experience is designed for students entering 7th or 8th grade and features interactive activities, behind-the-scenes hospital exposure, and opportunities to explore both clinical and non-clinical health care roles.

📅 Dates: July 15–17, 2026
📍 Location: Mease Dunedin Hospital
💙 Who: Students entering 7th or 8th grade in August 2026

Interested in learning more? 📧 Email campnursejr@baycare.org for more information.

Completed applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. ✅ Spots are limited, so early applications are encouraged!

Help inspire the next generation of health care professionals — and give your student a summer experience they won’t forget. 🩺

02/14/2026

Sharing love one card at a time. 💌

Our team members, physicians and volunteers gathered this week to sign sweet Valentine’s Day cards that will be placed on patients’ meal trays — a small but meaningful reminder that they’re not alone.

It’s one of the many ways our team shows compassionate care for patients spending holidays in the hospital.

From all of us at Mease Dunedin Hospital, Happy Valentine’s Day. 💕

02/13/2026

At Mease Dunedin Hospital, we’re proud to recognize our dedicated cardiovascular professionals during Cardiovascular Professionals Week. 🫶

Each day, they play an essential role in caring for the hearts of our patients — bringing expertise, attention to detail and compassion to every interaction.

Thank you for the meaningful difference you make for our patients and our community. 💙

02/11/2026

Gastroenterology at Palm Harbor

BayCare Medical Group has opened a new gastroenterology practice at 34041 U.S. Highway 19 North, Suite A, in Palm Harbor, Florida, and is accepting new patients age 18 and older.

Formally Advanced Gastroenterology Associates, the new practice is affiliated with Mease Countryside and Mease Dunedin Hospitals. The office is comprised of Sanjiv Amin, DO, Kevin Humphreys, MD, Mirela Onea, MD and Jawahar Taunk, MD. They treat all aspects of clinical gastroenterology, specializing in the management of inflammatory bowel disease, chronic liver disease and colorectal cancer prevention.

Dr. Sanjiv Amin is board certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine. He earned a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Athens, Ohio, completed an internal medicine residency at Grandview Hospital in Dayton, Ohio, and completed a gastroenterology fellowship at Genesys Regional Medical Center in Grand Blanc, Michigan.

Dr. Kevin Humphreys is board certified in gastroenterology. He earned a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida, completed an internal medicine residency at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and finished a gastroenterology fellowship at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Dr. Mirela Onea is board certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine. She earned a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Medicine and Pharmacy in Bucharest, Romania, completed an internal medicine residency at Long Island Jewish Hospital in New Hyde Park, New York, and completed a gastroenterology fellowship at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan.

Dr. Jawahar Taunk is board certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine. He earned a medical degree from S.M.S. Medical College in Jaipur, India, completed an internal medicine residency from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University at Harlem Hospital in New York, New York, and finished a fellowship in gastroenterology from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in New Brunswick, New Jersey.

The gastroenterology office phone number in Palm Harbor is (727) 786-0017. Most major insurance plans are accepted.

Learn More: BayCare.org/Locations/B/BayCare-Medical-Group-Gastroenterology-Palm-Harbor