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Lake Nona, FL — September 13, 2024 — The Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce hosted its highly anticipated “State of Medical City” event, attracting over 200 attendees from the medical, business, and academic communities. The event highlighted key updates and future plans from leading organizations contributing to the growth and development of Lake Nona’s Medical City, a hub for health and wellness innovation.

Tavistock’s Vision
Tavistock, the developer behind Medical City, shared their ambitious vision of creating a high-tech, collaborative, smart city that would foster groundbreaking advancements in health and wellness. Their vision for Lake Nona as a connected ecosystem aims to drive innovation in medical technology, research, and patient care.

AdventHealth’s New Hospital
AdventHealth provided a major update on the construction of their state-of-the-art hospital, which promises to bring cutting-edge healthcare services to the Lake Nona community. The facility is set to deliver world-class patient care, utilizing the latest medical technologies and providing a welcoming environment designed to enhance the patient experience.

UCF Lake Nona Hospital’s Technology-Driven Care
UCF Lake Nona Hospital discussed how they are leveraging AI and other technological advancements to improve patient outcomes. Their focus on bringing patient care back to the bedside is a testament to their commitment to blending compassionate care with cutting-edge innovation.

Orlando Health’s Panel on Equity in Healthcare
Orlando Health provided an update on their latest initiatives and led a powerful panel discussion on Equity in Healthcare. The discussion addressed the ongoing need to reduce disparities in care and highlighted strategies to ensure that health services are accessible to all members of the community.

Nemours Children’s Hospital Welcomes Dr. Myron Rolle
Nemours Children’s Hospital shared exciting updates and announced that Dr. Myron Rolle, renowned pediatric neurosurgeon, will be joining their team. Dr. Rolle’s expertise is expected to enhance the hospital’s already world-class pediatric care offerings, bringing new possibilities to the children of Central Florida.

Orlando VA Healthcare System’s Commitment to Veterans
The Orlando VA Healthcare System, the busiest VA hospital in the country, reaffirmed its commitment to providing top-notch care for veterans. They discussed new efforts to expand services, particularly in mental health, as they continue to innovate in delivering healthcare to the nation’s heroes.

University of Florida’s Cutting-Edge Research
The University of Florida shared key updates on several critical medical research projects being conducted in Lake Nona. Their work aims to unlock new treatments and technologies that will further enhance the capabilities of Medical City as a global leader in healthcare innovation.

University of Central Florida’s College of Nursing Expansion
The University of Central Florida shared updates on its new College of Nursing and other academic programs within Medical City. This expansion is set to address the critical shortage of healthcare providers, particularly nurses, ensuring that the growing needs of the community are met.

The “State of Medical City” event not only provided a platform to showcase these transformative initiatives but also reinforced Lake Nona’s position as a thriving hub for medical innovation. The Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce looks forward to continuing its work with these organizations to shape the future of healthcare in the region.

For more information, please contact:
Candy Cole
Executive Director
Lake Nona Regional Chamber of Commerce
407-796-2230
candy.cole@lakenonacc.org
www.lakenonacc.org