Step into a New Era

LAKE PLACID, Fla. — June 2, 2025, marked a groundbreaking day for residents of Lake Placid as AdventHealth officials proudly unveiled transformative upgrades to their medical and surgical facilities. These innovations are designed to ensure community members can receive top-tier healthcare without straying far from home.

A Closer Look at the Innovations

During the unveiling ceremony, community leaders and residents had the rare opportunity to explore the advanced facilities firsthand. The upgrades boast modernized inpatient and surgical units equipped with cutting-edge operating rooms. New preoperative and postoperative areas ensure patients receive unparalleled care, enveloped in an environment that places patient safety at the forefront.

Voices of Leadership

“Initiating these upgrades marks a pivotal moment for Lake Placid,” shared Executive Director and Administrator Justin Evans. “The faith placed in us by our patients inspires us, as we aim to offer exceptional, holistic healthcare experiences.”

Echoing Evans’ sentiments, Jason Dunkel, CEO for AdventHealth facilities in Lake Placid, Sebring, and Wauchula, remarked, “This monumental day fortifies our commitment to being the premier healthcare system in the Heartland, striving for excellence and patient wellbeing.”

Building on a Legacy

This transformation is part of a series of developments at AdventHealth Lake Placid. Last year, the facility was reimagined with more welcoming spaces, a serene garden, and enhanced amenities, redefining patient comfort and staff functionality.

Comprehensive Care for All

Beyond the surgical realm, AdventHealth Lake Placid accommodates diverse healthcare needs. From local medical clinics to outpatient services, including sports medicine, imaging, and therapies, to a Wellness Center fostering fitness and lifestyle wellness, the institution ensures it caters comprehensively to its community.

Learn more about the offerings and explore how AdventHealth Lake Placid is steering healthcare excellence by visiting their website.

— Major insights courtesy of AdventHealth

According to Central Florida Health News, this facility revolutionizes healthcare access for local residents.