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The five-story tower has 80 private rooms and space for new services, including orthopedics, advanced gynecology, cardiology, gastroenterology, general and robotic surgery, neurology, spine health, colorectal, and urology. The expansion adds about 227,000 square feet to the campus in Winter Garden.
We are thrilled to bring inpatient services to the city of Winter Garden, said Kari Vargas, CEO of AdventHealth Winter Garden and the West Orange and South Lake market. Our commitment to our patients is to provide accessible, state-of-the-art care, and we are keeping that promise to our community.
The new inpatient tower will bring an estimated 400 medical and support jobs to the community. The completion of this project is the latest in a series of additions to the campus since the opening of the emergency room in 2016.
Providing care in a convenient location close to home is a key part of our mission, said Dr. Miles Bennett, chief medical officer for AdventHealth Winter Garden. We know that the presence and emotional support of loved ones during a hospital stay helps the healing process.
It is still dark outside when Elizabeth Ramirez gazes out the kitchen window, her morning cup of tea in hand. It is the dawn of a new day. As she steps outside and opens her car door, the action shifts into high gear, unfolding through the eyes of nurses, doctors, patients, transporters, teachers and students including glimpses of who they are beyond those roles.
Whether they are kissing a loved one goodbye before leaving for work or returning home at the end of the day to the welcoming hugs of their kids, team members current and future are the focus of AdventHealths brand-new pledge video. The Pledge is the companys commitment to team members, assuring them that they are seen, heard and valued.
That message is underscored in the narrators opening lines of The Pledge video, which began airing April 25 as a commercial on digital platforms like Hulu: This is a pledge to our AdventHealth team today and tomorrow. We are making a shift to a new standard of care for you. With the exception of the narrator, all the actors are actual AdventHealth team members. And striking just the right chord is background music provided by team members in the AdventHealth Orchestra.
I am so thankful for my job, Ramirez said. As the branch manager of retail services at AdventHealth East Orlando, Ramirez knows what its like to provide that extra measure of comfort to those who may visit the gift shop seeking some retail therapy. Four years ago, she was a frequent visitor to the shop in AdventHealth Orlando, where her daughter, who is now 6, spent 56 days undergoing surgeries for a heart defect.
Recently, after hearing a mothers story about her dying son, Ramirez held her hands and said a prayer for her. She thanked me and gave me the biggest hug. My heart felt so full of love and happiness, Ramirez said.
Kelly Bassett, senior nurse manager in AdventHealth East Orlandos ICU, can be seen brushing her 6-year-old daughters hair in the opening montage, and again when her daughter and 8-year-old son rush to greet her upon her return home. A viewer might wonder if its just good acting on her kids part or if she is always welcomed home in such a manner. Shockingly, thats exactly how it happens, and I treasure it every time, she said.
Bassett, who has spent all 13 of her nursing years in the family environment of AdventHealth East Orlando, believes that The Pledge will help her, as a leader, not only invite people to join the team but also retain current team members with all of the benefits that make this a great place to work.
For Bassett, those benefits include education assistance. I am AdventHealth through and through, she said. Having received both an associate and bachelors degree from AdventHealth University, Bassett is now working on her masters degree. I have been blessed not to have any student loans, she said, thanks to AdventHealths tuition assistance that has helped her get through college debt-free.
Work on The Pledge began in earnest last summer, when health care workers nationwide, worn and weary from COVID-19s unrelenting hold, were leaving their jobs in droves. The Pledge was based on the fact that AdventHealth, and the workplace in general, was shifting and it was essential to understand what is most important for team members now.
We decided to launch an Employer Brand campaign that would align with the overall brand promise of feel whole, said Stephanie Mellenberndt, senior manager of corporate marketing/brand operations for AdventHealth.
Our team members are the very heart of our organization, and we value their dedication to those we serve, said Olesea Azevedo, chief people officer for AdventHealth. Based on what our team members have told us is most important to them, we have been making changes to our benefits and offerings over the past couple of years. In focus groups, on surveys and more, we have heard what they are looking for in the workplace and we have pledged to care for them, physically, mentally and spiritually.
It is easy for a company to make empty promises, Bassett said. But AdventHealth backs up those promises with action and truly makes this the best place to learn, work and grow. As for the on-camera acting experience, Bassett, for one, doesnt expect to leave nursing to pursue a full-time acting career. However, Bassett said her daughter has been bitten by the acting bug.
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Rating 4.6 out of 5 based on 50 reviews
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a year ago
I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Elmore and her whole team. They are all very very kind. They literally always answer the phone and answer all of your questions. All of the doctors and nurses at the hospital were also very kind and made me feel better about my daughter's procedure. They all took really good care of her, and I'm really grateful. This is the place to call if your child needs any dental procedure done.
Gabrielle Felton
2 years ago
This doctor and her staff are awesome! She went above and beyond to make sure I made it to my daughter's appointment for surgery and that she received treatment. She is the best and highly recommended!
linda santiago
2 years ago
Dr Elmore & her team are amazing. I 100% recommend going to her if your little ones (LO) need oral surgery & anesthesia. Once you set an appointment, they will remind you of your appointment & check up on your LO. I had ALL my questions answered and was thoroughly explained what to expect and how to get there. When we checked in, we noticed they have a children's room that had many toys & activities to occupy LO. When we finally went to the back for pre op, they gave my LO coloring pages, toys to occupy him as we wait for all the specialist to come and talk to us before they proceed. Dr. Elmore gave us meal coupon's for the cafeteria downstairs as we wait for LO to get out of surgery. We had a really great experience & I can't thank everyone involved enough as they did above and beyond my expectations. My LO had zero pain after the procedure and went to school the next day. I hope this eases your anxiety and you can proceed forward with Dr. Elmore!
Christina Avery
2 years ago
There isn't enough room to express the gratitude for everyone involved in my daughter's procedure, from scheduling to discharge. Dr. Elmore IS and HAS the best of the best when it comes to oral surgery. They have the entire process down to a science and understand kids on a level so few do. My 6-year-old daughter asked when the next time she can go to the dentist is, that should say a lot! Thank you all so so much.
Alyvia Dean
2 years ago
This place should not even get a star whoever answers the phone is extremely rude and not patient over talks when you're talking just very rude maybe the doctor is good but whoever answers the phone really needs to be a little more respectful very unprofessional and then on top of that you wait forever just to be treated poorly To talk to that lady Whoever is training people with this company did a poor job because that lady is very unprofessional unacceptable behavior.
Shelby Mckendree
2 years ago
If you're like me you've read every single review, did tons of research etc and you're still worried, because lets face it, your child being sedated for anestisia ontop of dental work, is scary no matter what. I brought my son here when he was 6 and Dr.Elmore did amazing work. He went under for 4 hours, extensive work, extractions, caps, spacers .. He did great. He was having a hard time adjusting after anesthesia, not as much in pain as it was an odd transition for him. The whole staff was amazing, so kind to him. Today I had my 2 year old daughter in..talk about anxiety and a nervous wreck. Being 2 she was the 1st one of the day so it was a quick process at the beginning. She is never away from me. So the sedative helped and she was fine letting the nurse carry her away. They were all amazing, she had quite a bit of work done and Dr. Elmore did a fantastic job again as I knew she would. She's the best at what she does and she really cares about her patients. Your children, even ages under 1, are absolutely safe and in good hands with her and her whole staff, anesthesiologist, nurses, everyone really she was out under 3 hours, a little fussy but sleepy. She is so far asleep for 2 hours after. So I hope this helps
cristina cabassa
2 years ago
Dr Elmore and her team is fantastic. They did an amazing job with my son and made him feel so comfortable. She is the Best. Thank you to you and your staff
Stephanie Glass
2 years ago
From the time she went in to the time she left she got extra special treatment when she was so nervous. From Dr. Elmore to all the doctors and staff they made my daughter feel so much better. Such caring, knowledgeable and informative people! Highly recommend Dr. Elmore. She even gives her patients so many cute toys and socks and activities! It's like Christmas for the kids!
Jake Morrell
2 years ago
Highly recommend Dr. Elmore! Her staff are an amazing help and she really knows what she's doing. Filled us in on things we didn't/need to know as first time parents and I'm beyond grateful we found her. Thank you Dr. Elmore and Mrs Jessica!!
Stacey Colbath
3 years ago
I can not say enough good things about Dr. Elmore and her staff. From my first call to their office, which was less than 2 weeks ago, I had my 2 year old daughter's consultation & surgery all done within a week. Dr. Elmore is incredibly sincere and personable & her staff was available to me even during weekend hours to answer any questions I had. Everything was handled so quickly and easily. Since surgery on Friday I've had her staff calling to check on my daughter & my daughter has been healing wonderfully. The procedure went very well and I'm extremely happy with her new smile. My daughter had gone to 2 other dentists prior to Dr. Elmore & both told me that I had to go where sedation is offered because of the extent of the decay my daughter had. I went with Dr. Elmore because of her excellent reviews & I wanted to make sure to back up what I heard! She really is the best. I'm 100% happy with every aspect of the experience. I'm so grateful for Dr. Elmore giving my child her healthy smile back.
Jake Morrell
3 years ago
Highly recommend Dr. Elmore! Her staff are an amazing help and she really knows what she's doing. Filled us in on things we didn't/need to know as first time parents and I'm beyond grateful we found her. Thank you Dr. Elmore and Mrs Jessica!!
genesis Lopez
3 years ago
The Dr. Elmore was amazing with my 8 year old daughter . The nurse were so super sweet. Thank you so much for the care and great work done.
TenderCareFlorida
3 years ago
I absolutely love Dr.Elmore she is the best. She took very good care of my daughter and was very detailed as she explained the procedure. My daughter absolutely loves her and her goodie
Tori Samuel
3 years ago
Listen up!! Anyone that needs there small kids worked on please bring your child here.. Dr. Elmore is a magnificent dentist.She is truly gifted at her craft and her creativeness with working with little children.My 5 year says she enjoyed her time at the dentist..May God continue to bless you and your wonderful staff Dr.Elmore
Matthew Adams
3 years ago
Dr Elmore and her staff are seriously the best. I wish she would clean my daughter's teeth too. She was helpful and answered any questions I had, same with her staff. They are all very polite and professional and helpful. They have no waiting list to speak of, she got my daughter in the next week after calling to fix her cavities. She was sweet to her, and really made sure we were taken care of before she moved on to the next patient. Thank you Dr Elmore. I hope for my daughter's sake we never have to see you again, but if we do we will definitely be calling you again.
Lilyy F.
3 years ago
Dr. Elmore is the best! She fixed my daughter's teeth and honestly she did an amazing job. She was super sweet with my daughter and explained everything to us. Right before the procedure she gave my daughter a plush toy to make her feel comfortable and while she was recovering she was wearing new beanie boo slippers & when we left Dr. Elmore gave my daughter a goodie bag with a few things she could eat. On top of that she gave us a pass so we wouldn't pay for parking. I could honestly say that Dr. Elmore is passionate about what she does. Thank you for all you do Dr. Elmore She deserves more than just 5 stars. I highly recommend her !
Jane Hdz
3 years ago
Everyone was very nice and explained everything to me. They made my son & myself very comfortable
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3 years ago
Dr. Elmore as well as staff are second to none. Everyone involved with my six year old son who is on the spectrum was phenomenal. Dr. Elmore, anesthesiologists and nursing staff were professional and experienced. Fantastic!
Nora Widad
3 years ago
For years I waited and looked for the right doctor and I thank God I found Dr Elmore. I have 3 kids on the spectrum who were traumatized by a previous dentist. Dr Elmore tells it like it is and I appreciate that. She treated my children with care and kindness. Her staff is amazing. I want to announce to all parents who are struggling to find a great dentist to seek her services for she is the one.
argelia jusino
3 years ago
I was trying to get services for my special needs adults (my sons) and the inefficiency of this Dentist is unacceptable for clients that need his services. The staff is the worst.
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