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Warner University & AdventHealth University Partner to Create New Healthcare Career Pathways

Plan Will Be Beneficial for Students Interested in Beginning Their Education at Warner Before Transferring to AHU by REBEKAH PIERCE For many students at Warner University, the dream of a career in healthcare just became a lot more attainable thanks to an exciting new partnership with AdventHealth University. As a small, private Christian university in…
Webber Nursing Program’s First Graduate Hits the Ground Running

by SHAYLYNN MARKS When Jaronda Terrell walked across the stage as the first-ever graduate of Webber International University’s nursing program, she wasn’t just celebrating a personal milestone, she was making history. A first-generation college student, Terrell endured long nights of studying and demanding clinical rotations. Through it all, she persevered with her heart for her mother…
Nurses Month Spotlight: Polk County’s Standout Nurses Making a Difference

Nurses Making a Difference Throughout Polk In honor of National Nurses Month, we asked local healthcare institutions to share a handful of their outstanding nurses with us. What they shared offers a glimpse into the dedication and commitment that drives healthcare excellence. Bond Clinic We would like to highlight two team members: Sharon Flecha, RN,…

PCMA Letter: Part of the responsibility of being a father

As doctors and parents, this edition of Central Florida Health News hits very close to home for many of us at the Polk County Medical Association (PCMA). One of the features in this edition talks about how regular health screenings for men are an essential part of living a longer, healthier life. I was honored…
Publisher’s Note: A look at House Bill 9: Involuntary examinations under the Baker Act

As I’m writing this, the 2013 Legislative Session at our state’s capitol is still underway, but will soon be coming to a close. During this process, several notable bills to our healthcare system will potentially be passed. One of the simple, but notable bills is one that will allow physician assistants (PAs) & advanced registered…
Editor’s Dose: Adventures with kids and vegetables

My twins are turning five this year, and they have officially reached the “vegetables are gross” stage. Fortunately, I can exclude my three-year-old girl and two-year-old boy from this dilemma . . . at least two out of four of my kids will eat their greens (and actually enjoy it!). The twins, however, are another…