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Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade UHealth will Bring World-Class Academic

Honors Hospitals, Obstetricians, Volunteers, Medical Center to North Miami’s $4-Billion
Board Members, and Colleagues at its Master-Planned Community Solé Mia

Annual Awards and Recognition Luncheon The University of Miami Health System is proud to announce that it will open a
world-class medical center at SoLé Mia, the 184-acre, $4 billion mixed-use develop-
The Healthy Start Coalition ment in North Miami developed by the Soffer and LeFrak families.
of Miami-Dade recently hosted The medical center will offer the communities of North Miami, Aventura, and the
its Annual Awards and surrounding areas academic medicine in specialties dealing with cancer treatments
Recognition Luncheon at the from Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, designated a Cancer Center of
Hilton Miami Airport. The Excellence by the state of Florida; Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, ranked the number
Awards and Recognition one eye care institute in the country; ambulatory care; cardiology; neurology; oto-
Ceremony celebrated the laryngology; urology; and orthopedics as well as a host of other specialties.
invaluable work clinicians, Built on a nearly 10-acre site, the new UHealth Medical Center at SoLé Mia will
case managers, colleagues, have 225,000 square feet of space, with an additional 100,000 square feet available
volunteers, board members for future expansion. It will feature an adjoining parking garage, direct access from
and staff do to help Healthy Biscayne Boulevard, open green space including a reflection garden, and views of the
Start Coalition of Miami-Dade ocean and lagoons that will enhance the experience for patients receiving extended
remain a leader in maternal, services in the infusion and chemotherapy unit. It is also anticipated to include a
infant and child health in bridge to a new hotel that will be convenient for patients and families who travel to
Miami-Dade County. receive care.
With NBC 6 Meteorologist Manuel Fermin, Healthy Start Coalition of Miami- The new facility will be modeled after UHealth’s award-winning Lennar
Adam Berg as the Master of Dade Chief Executive Officer, and NBC 6 Foundation Medical Center. Since its opening two years ago, the facility has been her-
Ceremonies, Healthy Start Meteorologist Adam Berg alded as an innovative clinic for its ability to bring a positive patient experience by
Coalition of Miami-Dade rec- providing specialized care and treatment in a warm and inviting environment. Press
ognized dozens of individuals Ganey, a national leader in health care performance improvement, recently honored
and organizations for their tireless commitment in ensuring every baby in our com- the Lennar center with its Guardian of Excellence Award for patient experience.
munity has a Healthy Start in life. At this state-of-the-art facility, many surgical procedures that previously involved a
“For the past 17 years, The Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade has proudly stay in the hospital are now minimally invasive and will be performed in operating
served Miami-Dade County as a leader in maternal, infant and child health,” said rooms, allowing patients to return home the same day. Like the Lennar center, the
Manuel Fermin, Healthy Start Coalition of Miami-Dade Chief Executive Officer. North Miami UHealth center will be carefully designed to provide a comfortable and
“We are committed to our community which is growing in numbers and diversity. comforting environment not only for patients and their families, but also for doctors,
We enjoyed celebrating these accomplishments with our colleagues at our Annual nurses, and other staff.
Awards and Recognition Ceremony and look forward to continuing this work for
years to come.”
The Florida Perinatal Quality Collaborative (FPQC) and Healthy Start Coalition
of Miami-Dade jointly recognized hospitals in Miami-Dade County that have com- MyClinic Celebrates “Building a Lasting Legacy”
mitted to healthcare quality improvement for mothers and babies with the
Champion of Quality Recognition. for Its Patients and Surpassing
Additional award categories included the Excellence in Maternal, Infant and Child
Health for hospital partners and prenatal care providers, Champion of Change Capital Campaign’s Halfway Mark
Evidence-Based Maternity Care Recognition for hospitals that have made progress
toward designation as a Baby-Friendly® hospital. Individuals who have dedicated 5,
10 and 15 years to improving the lives of mothers, infants and children in Miami- MyClinic, the only free clinic in northern Palm Beach
Dade County were also recognized. (Please see addendum for a complete list of County, recently hosted a cocktail event to honor
awardees.) donors and celebrate community milestones. More
than 120 supporters, donors and volunteers gathered to
learn about new developments at MyClinic, tour the
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center Launches facility and meet volunteers and people who have ben-
efitted from the free medical services the clinic pro-
Innovative Treatment for Erectile Dysfunction with vides. Besides honoring its major donors, MyClinic
announced it has surpassed the halfway mark in its
New Penile Implant Program effort to raise $1.64 million to eliminate debt associated
with the purchase of the clinic’s 5,000-square-foot med-
ical office building.
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center is now offering new hope for men suffering MyClinic’s Building a Lasting Legacy Campaign was
from erectile dysfunction with the availability of a new penile implant program. launched to support the clinic’s efforts to raise the Diane and Dr. Ron Surowitz
Penile implants are an option when other, less invasive treatments for erection prob- remaining $580,000 needed for the clinic to operate
lems have not been successful, and further treatment is desired. completely debt free and to fuel MyClinic’s future
An inflatable penile prosthesis is an implantable device used in the treatment of growth in its goal to provide outstanding, compassion-
erectile dysfunction. Penile implants may be appropriate treatment for men who ate healthcare for even more patients in need in the
have erection problems caused by: community. The campaign provides the chance for
• Diabetes interested philanthropists to invest in naming opportu-
• Pelvic surgery nities for the MyClinic building.
• Blood vessel disease Taking the lead, MyClinic’s Chairman Dr. Ron
• Injury to the pelvis, genitals, or spinal cord Surowitz and Vice-Chair Douglas Brown each generous-
• Peyronie's disease, a curvature of the penis caused by scar tissue. ly invested in MyClinic’ future. The dedication of the
“While the topic of erectile dysfunction may have been taboo in the past, it is Dr. Surowitz Family Medical Care Wing and the Ann &
important for men to talk to their doctor, as this procedure can be truly life-changing Douglas Brown Lobby was part of the festivities. Two
treatment option,” said Dr. Sean Sawh. “When the medical conditions are appropri- additional exam rooms were dedicated in appreciation
ate, penile implants offer a new opportunity for men to enjoy all aspects of healthy of The Drourr Family (Dr. Catherine Drourr is also a
interactions with their partner, which can greatly enhance their relationship.” MyClinic’s medical director and board member) and in Ann and Douglas Brown
appreciation of Karen Baum.
The event was emceed by Don Hearing, MyClinic
founding Board member, who provided information about MyClinic’s history and
milestones and acknowledged Jupiter Medical Center’s ongoing support, including
presenting sponsor of this event.

30 April 2019 southfloridahospitalnews.com South Florida Hospital News