Tampa General Hospital

11/14/2025

We were proud to host a thoughtful conversation at Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach this week, welcoming an engaged audience for "Filtering the Facts: Everything You Need to Know About Kidney Health."

Our esteemed panel of TGH providers included Dr. Daniel Caruso, Urologist at TGH Advanced Urology Care, Dr. Imtiaz Ather, Nephrologist at TGH Advanced Kidney Care, and Cathy Marinak, APRN, Director of Hereditary Risk Assessment & Early Detection of TGH Cancer Institute | Cancer Center of South Florida. They shared valuable insights on kidney health, early detection, and the importance of proactive care.

This program is part of our ongoing "Caring for Ourselves and Our Planet – Together" series, presented in collaboration with the Loggerhead Marinelife Center. We look forward to continuing these conversations and sharing details on the next event in the series soon!

11/14/2025

We’re going live for our “Ask an Expert” Q&A series featuring Tampa General Hospital experts.

In this episode, we will talk with Dr. Rodriguez and Dr. Thapa about Diabetes.
Have a question you want answered? Leave it in the comments section of either Facebook or YouTube and we’ll have Dr. Rodriguez and Dr. Thapa answer it during the event as time allows.

11/14/2025

We had a special visit from the USF Football team at Muma Children’s Hospital at TGH, where players spent the afternoon spreading cheer and bringing big smiles to our pediatric patients and their families.

Moments like these remind us how powerful a little kindness can be—and how lucky we are to share such an incredible partnership with this team. Thank you to the Bulls for making our patients’ day brighter, and we’re wishing you the best of luck in the big game tomorrow! 💚🤘💙

11/13/2025

We were proud to take part in this week’s DNP White Coat Ceremony with the USF College of Nursing—a milestone moment celebrating the next generation of nurse leaders!

Wendi Goodson-Celerin, DNP, APRN, NE-BC, our Executive Vice President & Chief Nursing Executive, delivered inspiring remarks, sharing her personal journey at USF and TGH and the importance of leadership, learning, and elevating the practice of nursing. The ceremony recognized the hard work and commitment that brought these students to this moment, and the bright path that lies ahead for each of them. We’re so excited to see the impact you'll make. Congrats to you all! 🎉

11/13/2025

Back pain shouldn’t hold you back! Hear from Dr. Puya Alikhani, medical director of the spine surgery program at TGH and USF Health-University of South Florida, as he explains who may benefit from surgery and the minimally invasive options available that can help. Watch the full piece on Daytime TV Show now.

Back pain is one of the most common complaints doctors hear from patients, and for those with chronic back pain – surgery may be the best option. Dr. Puya Alikhani, medical director of the spine su…

11/13/2025

From a childhood curiosity to a lifelong mission, Dr. Charles Lockwood, Executive Vice President of USF Health-University of South Florida, Dean of USF Health Morsani College of Medicine, and Chief Academic Officer at Tampa General Hospital, has built a career defined by discovery, innovation, and leadership in academic medicine.

Through his vision and dedication, USF Health has risen among the nation’s top medical schools, cultivating world-class education, research, and clinical care in partnership with TGH. Together we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in medicine—advancing science and transforming care for patients across Florida and beyond. That’s the power of academic medicine. 💙🤘💚

11/12/2025

TGH Ventures was proud to host the Specialty Care Startup Pitch Competition at HLTH 2025 in Las Vegas, where eight innovative companies shared bold ideas to advance access and specialty care.

A huge congrats to Switchboard Health, led by CEO & Co-Founder Derek Baird, for taking home the top prize! Their digital platform is helping connect patients, high-value specialists, and care partners nationwide to streamline access and improve outcomes. Thank you to our outstanding finalists and to our judges, Mei Headley of Mercato Partners, Rachel Kern of First Trust Capital Partners, and Scott Arnold of Tampa General Hospital, for supporting the next wave of health care innovation.

The future of specialty care is bright, and we’re proud to help accelerate solutions that make a meaningful impact for patients! 🚀

11/11/2025

Today we were honored to gather with our TGH veterans, leadership, and team members for a special celebration. The Presentation of Colors, musical tribute, and recognition moments all reflected our deep gratitude for those who have served.

Lt. Gov. Jay Collins shared inspiring keynote remarks after being introduced by our President & CEO, John Couris, and the Veterans Team Member Resource Group helped make the program truly special. Veterans also received special gifts as a small token of gratitude for all they’ve given and continue to give.

Thank you to everyone who helped bring this celebration to life. And to our veterans, thank you for your courage, your service, and your continued impact at TGH. 🇺🇸💙

11/11/2025

Today, we were proud to join InnovAge Florida PACE - Tampa for a special ribbon cutting, celebrating a new center dedicated to helping older adults live safely and independently in our community.

For Tampa General Hospital, this collaboration strengthens care pathways and expands access to services that support seniors across our region. It was an honor to stand alongside InnovAge leadership, community partners, and special guests, including former Florida Governor Jeb Bush, as we marked the start of this important partnership. Grateful to everyone who came out to celebrate this milestone with us!

11/11/2025

A new episode of our Community Connect podcast is here for . Tune in to hear Yamil Miranda-Usúa, MD, FAAFP, Air Force veteran & Medical Director of Primary Care at Tampa General Medical Group, as he discusses the unique health needs of veterans.

This episode explores how preventive care, chronic disease management, and trust between patients and providers can make a lasting impact. Dr. Miranda-Usúa also shares how TGH is supporting service members, veterans and their families through education and access to the right care at the right time. 🎙️

Listen now: https://bit.ly/3JKrGIM

11/11/2025

This , we’re honored to share Eddie Garcia's journey. After 20 years in the U.S. Army, he faced a new battle: Meniere's disease that brought constant ringing, dizziness, and pressure that made everyday life a struggle.

At Tampa General Hospital, specialized academic care helped him regain stability and strength. And through our partnership with Home Base, offering support for veterans at no cost, Eddie found community, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose. Today, he's giving back by mentoring others and showing what courage looks like long after service. 🇺🇸