Tampa General and University of South Florida Announced agreement to expand investments in talent, GME programs, academics and research, and strengthen collaborations.
Tampa, Florida, August 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Tampa General Hospital (TGH) and USF Health Morsani College of Medicine (USF Health) University of South Florida (USF) today announced a historic investment in academic medicine, strengthening the integration of the two organizations and deepening their commitment to quality care. Tampa General Hospital will $162 million In 2025, USF Health will receive approximately $100 million This is more than TGH invested in its university affiliates five years ago. This special investment supports the shared vision between the two affiliates to foster integration, attract best-in-class providers, advance research initiatives and continue to drive economic growth and job creation in the region.
“Through the collaboration between Tampa General Hospital and USF Health, we are transforming the landscape of health care. Together, we have expanded our world-class team, launched new cutting-edge initiatives, embraced innovative technologies and disrupted outdated models of health care delivery.” John Couris“We are setting the standard for the future of health care, and now is the time to further invest and integrate across our academic health system to make an even more meaningful impact on patients and the health care industry across our state and country,” said John E. Kelly, president and CEO of Tampa General Hospital.
” University of South Florida “Our longstanding partnership with Tampa General Hospital has greatly benefited our students and community, and today’s recognition further advances our collaboration,” said the USF Chancellor. Rear Row“At the heart of this agreement are three goals that will play a vital role in the future of our university and our community: providing world-class patient care, expanding the state’s health care workforce and advancing research.”
“This agreement is evidence of what we have long known to be true: USF Health and Tampa General are stronger together than apart,” he said. Charles J. Lockwood“Our expanded merger will certainly advance both institutions, but more importantly, it will also benefit our patients and the community at large by promoting quality health care,” said , who is also USF Health executive vice chancellor and dean of the USF Health Morsani School of Medicine.
The commitment comes in the form of a revised affiliation agreement approved by Tampa General Hospital’s board of directors. August 6 Approved today by the Governance Committee on behalf of the USF Board of Trustees, the agreement is now effective. October 1st.
“As we continue to deepen our relationship with USF Health, together we will fundamentally transform the healthcare landscape in the United States. Florida“We’re attracting new talent, expanding our health care workforce, discovering new treatments and therapies, and saving more lives.” Drew Graham“With this increased investment and enhanced integration, we are building the academic health system of the future to advance the health and wellness of families and provide world-class care to the patients we serve,” said , chairman of the Tampa General Hospital board of directors.
“This is an exciting time for USF and across the nation. Tampa Bay “This region is full of great growth and opportunity.” Will Weatherford“Our expanded connection with Tampa General Hospital adds immeasurable value to our continued progress, and we look forward to further developing the region through this expanded partnership,” said , chair of the USF Board of Trustees and chairman of the BOT Governance Committee.
Tampa General Hospital and USF Health form one of the leading academic health systems in the nation. Tampa General Hospital and USF Health combine clinical care, education and research to provide the best possible outcomes and support patients, including those with the most serious illnesses and complex health conditions.
Tampa General has been affiliated with USF Health since the School of Medicine was founded more than 50 years ago. Over the years, the partnership has evolved to enable both organizations to better collaborate to advance patient care, improve outcomes and drive breakthroughs. Leveraging the combined assets and expertise of both organizations, the system has impacted the lives of millions of patients, attracted the world’s most sought-after specialists, introduced next-generation technologies and advanced cutting-edge research.
Through its Collaborative Clinical Research Office and Centers for Research Excellence, the system advances research and development with administrative services, clinical trials and journal submission support. By collaborating on collaborative clinical trials and translational studies, the system brings discoveries from the lab bench to the patient’s bedside, delivering the most sophisticated levels of care to the community and beyond.
The university health system educates and trains the next generation of health care providers and workforce to expand access to the excellent care provided at Tampa General Hospital. Each year, hundreds of USF Health medical students complete their clinical training at Tampa General Hospital, and 726 residents and fellows also train there. Tampa General Hospital funds programs that support 344 of these USF residents, as well as more than 70 residency programs. On average, approximately 200 undergraduate USF nursing students and 315 adjunct students gain hands-on experience at Tampa General Hospital each month.
Tampa General Hospital and USF Health, together, have earned national recognition for research and quality care. This academic health system is Florida This year, according to U.S. News and World Report’s 2024-2025 Best Hospitals rankings: Tampa General Hospital is recognized as one of the top 50 hospitals in the nation in eight medical specialties and is ranked in the top 10% in three additional medical specialties. In 2023, USF joined the nation’s leading research institutions as a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities due to the university’s commitment to research and innovation in health care.
The rise of academic health systems has attracted new investment and talent to the region. Tampa Tampa General Hospital has an increasing reputation as a global hub for medical excellence, advanced research and emerging biotechnology. Academic, research, scientific and technical organizations are located within the Tampa Medical Research District, with TGH and USF Health at its core. Moving forward, Tampa General Hospital and USF Health are on a path to transform the healthcare landscape by disrupting traditional healthcare delivery models and pursuing innovative ways to improve patient outcomes.
About Tampa General Hospital
Tampa General Hospital is a 981-bed not-for-profit academic health system, one of the largest hospitals in America and providing world-class care as the region’s only Level I Trauma and Comprehensive Burn Care Center. Tampa General Hospital is one of the most highly rated hospitals in its market. US News & World Report Best Hospitals 2024-2025Two medical specialties are ranked among the top 20 in the nation and eight medical specialties are ranked among the top 50 hospital programs in the United States. united states of americaTampa General Hospital, 2022 Fortune/Merative Top 100 Hospitals List. The academic health system’s commitment to training and developing team members has earned it three stars in Forbes magazine’s prestigious rankings. America’s best companies in 2024Top 50 Florida of Best Employers by State in the Americas 2024 and Best Employer for Women in America 2023Tampa General Hospital is a local safety net hospital that cares for everyone, regardless of ability to pay, and will increase its hospitalization total by approximately 2022. $240.3 million in the form of medical care for uninsured patients, community education, and financial support for community health organizations. Tampa BayTampa General Hospital is one of the nation’s busiest adult solid organ transplant centers and the primary teaching hospital for the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. With five medical helicopters, Tampa General Hospital transports critically injured and critically ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. Tampa General Hospital is home to a nationally accredited Comprehensive Stroke Center and a 32-bed Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit, the largest on Florida’s west coast. It also houses TGH’s Muma Children’s Hospital, the 82-bed Jennifer Leigh Muma Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and a nationally accredited Rehabilitation Center. Tampa General Hospital’s footprint includes TGH North, which consists of three hospitals and several outpatient clinics. citrus and Hernando County, 17 Tampa General Medical Group primary care offices, TGH Family Care Center Kennedy, TGH Outpatient Center, TGH Virtual Health, and 21 TGH Imaging Outpatient Radiology Center Hillsboro, Pasco, Pinellas and Palm Beach county. Tampa Bay Area residents can also receive world-class care from our fast-track clinic network, TGH Urgent Care. Watch our medical professionals live anytime, anywhere on your smartphone, tablet or computer. Virtual Health | Tampa General Hospital (tgh.org)Tampa General Hospital, one of the largest hospitals in the country, Florida Partnering with GE Healthcare to open clinical command centers that provide real-time situational awareness to improve and better coordinate patient care at a lower cost. For more information, Learn more.
About USF Health
The mission of USF Health is to envision and realize the future of health, a partnership among the USF Health Morsani School of Medicine, School of Nursing, School of Public Health, Taneja School of Pharmacy, School of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences, Biomedical Sciences Graduate and Doctoral Programs, and the USF Health Multi-Specialty Physician Group. University of South Floridais a high-impact research university committed to student success and community engagement, with an annual economic impact of $6 billionThrough hundreds of millions of dollars of research activity each year, USF is a leader in solving global problems and improving lives. Learn more at health.usf.edu.
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