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Florida Medical Center says it will remain open; hospital highlights emergency care ties with Lauderhill fire rescue
Summary
A Florida Medical Center representative told Lauderhill commissioners on April 14 the hospital will not close, described recent emergency‑care successes and said the hospital is pursuing a Resuscitation Center of Excellence designation and other preparedness work.
A Florida Medical Center representative told the Lauderhill City Commission on April 14 that recent rumors of an imminent hospital closing are unfounded and that the hospital is expanding emergency and specialty care in coordination with local emergency services.
Kevin Silva (speaking for absent hospital leadership) said Florida Medical Center is a 434‑bed facility that provides emergency, surgical, physical‑therapy and cardiac services and that the hospital is improving its readiness for major emergencies and continuing to work with Lauderhill’s fire rescue. “Any rumors of Florida Medical Center closing are just that, rumors,” he told commissioners, adding that the hospital has been an ongoing partner for the city’s EMS system.
Silva related two cases to illustrate the hospital’s emergency response role: a heart‑attack patient brought in by local fire rescue who was discharged two days later, and a recent stroke patient whose clot was removed by hospital staff. He also said the hospital is pursuing designation as a Resuscitation Center of Excellence and noted statewide drills for chemical response and COVID preparedness.
Lauderhill leaders praised the hospital’s role and reiterated support for local emergency medical services. Mayor Denise Grant and commissioners thanked the hospital for its partnership with the city’s fire department; the mayor and commissioners said they and residents rely on the hospital’s services. Lauderhill Fire Chief also affirmed the relationship between city emergency responders and the hospital.
Why this matters: the presence of an accessible emergency hospital affects immediate public‑safety outcomes and community health. The hospital’s assurances and its work with the fire department address local concerns about access to acute care and about continuity of emergency services.
What’s next: hospital staff said they will continue outreach to municipal partners; city and hospital officials said they will maintain lines of communication on EMS coordination and preparedness exercises.
