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We hope our patients and members of the local community will enjoy recent news stories about St. Petersburg General Hospital in Pinellas County. You might find feature articles about our patients, information about innovative procedures or technologies, or stories about recent healthcare events.
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Contact: Pam Yarbrough
St Petersburg General Hospital
6500 38th Avenue North
St Petersburg, FL 33710
(727)341-4048 Direct |
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HCA Makes Computerworld’s List of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology for Fifth Consecutive Year
June 17, 2013
HCA (NYSE:HCA) today announced that for a fifth consecutive year the company has earned national recognition as one of the best workplaces for information technology professionals.
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First Robotic Single-Site Hysterectomy in Tampa Bay Performed at St Petersburg General Hospital
June 04, 2013
St Petersburg General Hospital continues to break new ground in minimally invasive surgery by performing the first successful robotic single-site hysterectomy in the Tampa Bay area on Monday, May 13, 2013.
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First Robotic Single-Site Hysterectomy in Tampa Bay Performed at St Petersburg General Hospital
May 31, 2013
St Petersburg General Hospital continues to break new ground in minimally invasive surgery by performing the first successful robotic single-site hysterectomy in the Tampa Bay area on Monday, May 13, 2013.
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2013 Top Workplace Award Again Honors St Petersburg General Hospital
April 23, 2013
For the second year in a row, St Petersburg General Hospital was acknowledged as one of the 2013 Top Work Places in Tampa Bay by the Tampa Bay Times.
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2012 Frist Humanitarian Award Winners Recognized
April 17, 2013
During a recognition ceremony this week, St. Petersburg General Hospital awarded 2012 Frist Humanitarian Awards to Joan Miles, Regina “Gigi” Laursen, and Giovanna Alvarez, MD, for their outstanding humanitarian and volunteer activities.
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HCA Ranked Fortune’s Most Admired Healthcare Company
March 18, 2013
The March 18 edition of Fortune features the publication’s annual World’s Most Admired Companies list. For the third consecutive year, HCA is number one in its industry category, “Health Care: Medical Facilities”.
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HCA Named One of Ethisphere's World's Most Ethical Companies for the Fourth Consecutive Year
March 06, 2013
Hospital Corporation of America has been named one of the Ethisphere Institute’s 2013 World’s Most Ethical Companies. It is the fourth consecutive year HCA has achieved this distinction.
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Gregory J. James, DO, MPH, FACOFP distinguished, Named 2013-2014 President and Educator of the Year
February 27, 2013
Dr. James is a member of the board of directors for the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP).
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St Petersburg General Hospital Appoints New Members to Board of Trustees
January 14, 2013
St. Petersburg General Hospital recently appointed two new members to the Board of Trustees for a three-year term, January 2013-December 2015.
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St Petersburg General Hospital Earns 'Top Performer on Key Quality Measures™' Recognition from The Joint Commission
September 19, 2012
St. Petersburg General Hospital today was named one of the nation’s Top Performers on Key Quality Measures by the Joint Commission, the leading accreditor of health care organizations in America.
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Don’t Just See the World, Make a Difference in it
July 20, 2012
A great way to strengthen your community is through volunteering.
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HCA Makes Computerworld’s List of 100 Best Places to Work
June 19, 2012
HCA today announced that for a fourth consecutive year the company has earned national recognition as one of the best workplaces for information technology professionals.
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Named as a Top Workplace 2012
May 07, 2012
St. Petersburg General Hospital was named one of Tampa Bay’s Top Work Places 2012 by the Tampa Bay Times.
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2011 Frist Humanitarian Award Recipients Honored
April 25, 2012
This award recognizes individuals who serve the community and those in need and whose daily dedication and care giving epitomize the highest standards of quality and personal commitment.
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Surgical Team at St Petersburg General Hospital Removes Gallbladder Through Tiny Belly Button Incision
April 16, 2012
Manu Nanda, M.D. removes gallbladder through one tiny belly button incision.
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HCA Named to Ethisphere's 2012 “World's Most Ethical Companies"
March 16, 2012
Hospital Corporation of America has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute as one of the 2012 World’s Most Ethical Companies.
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St Petersburg General Hospital Earns ACR Ultrasound Accreditation
March 09, 2012
After review by the Committee on Ultrasound Accreditation of the Commission on Quality and Safety by the American College of Radiology (ACR), St Petersburg General Hospital has been awarded a three-year term re-accreditation in Ultrasound Services -- Obstetrical (1st, 2nd and 3rd trimesters), Gynecological and General.
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She’s Lost It, Now She Wants to Help You Lose It
January 10, 2012
Keeping that waistline in check seems to be a common goal. Now the hospitals of HCA Pinellas County want to help educate you, assisting you in keeping your health and wellness goals.
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Medical Office Building Purchased by St Petersburg General Hospital
December 30, 2011
St Petersburg General Hospital has expanded its campus to include Doctors Medical Plaza, the medical office building next door.
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St Petersburg General Hospital Named a Distinguished GYN Robotic Training Epicenter
November 09, 2011
Robotic Surgeons from across the nation will train with experienced mentor/proctor Meena Jain, M.D.
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Breaking the Cycle of Addiction at St Petersburg General Hospital
October 25, 2011
New Vision™ is a medical stabilization service for people with drug, alcohol and health related issues
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St Petersburg General Hospital Accredited by the Commission on Cancer
September 14, 2011
The Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons (ACoS) has granted a Three-Year Accreditation with Four Commendations to the Cancer Program at St Petersburg General Hospital.
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Dr. Eugene M. DiBetta is Elected to the National Board of the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians
August 06, 2011
Only one resident out of over 1500 from across the country is named each year to this prestigious board.
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Monthly Weight Loss Surgery Support Group Offered
July 18, 2011
The surgery support group at St. Petersburg General Hospital will provide guidance to keep weight loss surgery candidates informed and on track.
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Three Year Accreditation from the Society of Chest Pain Centers
July 11, 2011
The Accreditation Review Committee of the Society of Chest Pain Centers (SCPC) recently conferred upon St Petersburg General Hospital the designation of full Chest Pain Accreditation status for the next three years.
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2010 Frist Humanitarian Award Recipients Announced
June 16, 2011
Dr. Manu Nanda, MD, Sheri Jenks and Donna Mortensen were recently awarded St. Petersburg General Hospital’s 2010 Frist Humanitarian Award.
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Sleep Apnea Support Group: A.W.A.K.E.
May 17, 2011
St. Petersburg General Hospital is facilitating a health awareness group for persons with sleep apnea, their family members and friends.
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Hospital Offers the Newest Advances in Minimally Invasive Surgery Technology
March 31, 2011
St Petersburg General Hospital is pleased to announce the acquisition of the most modern state-of-the-art robotic technology in its operating room. The new system will replace the hospital’s existing robot which has been in use since May 2008.
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SPGH is Tampa Bay Area Leader in Training Surgeons on Latest Robotic Technology
March 31, 2011
A new virtual-reality training simulator is helping surgeons at St. Petersburg General Hospital become even more proficient with the new da Vinci Si surgical system, a state-of-the-art platform for minimally-invasive surgery.
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"First Responders" with EMS Walk of Fame
January 27, 2011
At 2pm on Monday, January 24, 2011, eight area fire departments and Sunstar Paramedics were honored with a ceremonial unveiling of each of their department seals in the form of nine 18x18 brass plaques.
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Resolutions for Healthy Weight are not just for the New Year
December 29, 2010
Staff at St Petersburg General Hospital builds health by losing over 1200 pounds
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HCA & USF Health Working Together to Improve Trauma Care in Florida
November 15, 2010
HCA and USF Health announced today that they are forming a statewide trauma network dedicated to improving access to quality trauma care and services in Florida.
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Hospital To Go Tobacco Free
April 28, 2010
St. Petersburg General Hospital will join the growing trend as we go tobacco-free July 1, 2010.
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2009 Frist Humanitarian Award Recipients
April 26, 2010
St. Petersburg General Hospital (SPGH) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2009 Frist Humanitarian Award.
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HCA West Florida Adopts iTriage® Mobile Marketing Solution
March 11, 2010
HCA West Florida Division today announced a new partnership with Healthagen® to promote its 15 hospitals on the iTriage® mobile marketing solution.