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About us

HCA Florida South Shore Hospital is a medical facility & ER offering healthcare services, including cardiology and surgery in Hillsborough and Manatee Counties.

Cathy Edmisten named CEO of HCA Florida South Shore Hospital
Cathy Edmisten, Chief Executive Officer

HCA Florida South Shore Hospital statistics

  • 25,794

    Patients treated

  • 507

    Employees

  • 138

    Bed hospital

  • 49

    Physicians

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Leadership
We are supported by a leadership team committed to bettering the lives of patients within the communities we serve. Our hospital leaders are experienced in many areas of healthcare and use their knowledge to improve the quality of care we provide.
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Awards and recognitions
We strive to exceed our patients' needs. Our dedication to excellence in healthcare has led to us receiving awards and recognition from organizations such as Healthgrades and The Joint Commission.
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In the community
To improve the health of the diverse communities we serve — and as part of HCA Healthcare, Florida's largest healthcare provider — we continue to take a leading role in fundamentally transforming how healthcare is provided. We also work in partnership with other organizations to provide a wide range of community benefit programs and services.

Our mantra

Be exceptional. Every person. Every time.

HCA Florida South Shore Hospital and its team members live by this message, and we have strived to deliver exceptional care and service to the residents of Hillsborough and Manatee counties since 1982. As a long-standing leader in the local community, HCA Florida South Shore Hospital remains committed to providing advanced medical services, expert healthcare providers and a dedicated care team focused on creating an exceptional experience for every patient, every time.

South Shore classes and events


Virtual Maternity Unit Tour of NFH in Gainesville FL 
 April 1 - April 30, 2023
 6:00 - 11:59pm
 HCA Florida North Florida Hospital - Online Class
Virtual Maternity Unit Tour of NFH in Gainesville FL- This pre-recorded guided tour of our family-centered maternity unit shares our state-of-the-art maternity facility with you and one other support person. Your tour will begin on the ground...

Virtual Maternity Unit Tour of NFH in Gainesville FL 
 April 1 - April 30, 2023
 6:00 - 11:59pm
 HCA Florida North Florida Hospital - Online Class
Virtual Maternity Unit Tour of NFH in Gainesville FL- This pre-recorded guided tour of our family-centered maternity unit shares our state-of-the-art maternity facility with you and one other support person. Your tour will begin on the ground...

On-Demand Weight Loss Surgery Seminar 
 April 1 - April 30, 2023
 6:00 - 11:59pm
 HCA Florida North Florida Hospital - Online Class
A free bariatric seminar is one of the first steps on the road to having surgery. This on demand seminar will offer a thorough overview of our program, the process, treatment options including endoscopic and surgical procedures, as well as what...

 April 3, 2023
 11:00 - 2:00pm
 UCF Lake Nona Hospital - Cafe Refresh
Join us every first Monday of the month, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in Cafe Refresh at UCF Lake Nona Hospital for a blood pressure check. HCA Healthcare Foundation is proud to collaborate with the American Heart Association on Getting to the Heart of...

Thrive Blog

Read our blogs to learn about preventive care and ways you can lead a healthier lifestyle.

Signs your back pain may be something more serious 

April 01, 2023
Persistent back pain is not uncommon, but it shouldn’t be ignored. See your doctor if you experience any of these troubling signs.

Common causes of stress and how to manage them 

March 27, 2023
Tayla Holman
Some of the most common causes of stress are money, health and work. Learn how to manage them.