Broward Health is a public healthcare system based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and is one of the largest public health systems in the United States. Founded in 1938, it operates five hospitals and over 30 health centers, employing more than 11,000 staff members, including physicians. The system has an annual operating budget of $1.6 billion and provides significant charity and uncompensated care, amounting to nearly $225 million.
Broward Health offers a wide range of services, including emergency and trauma care, maternity services, orthopedics, pediatrics, rehabilitation, robotic surgery, and transplant services. It is also recognized for its historical advancements in various medical specialties, such as cardiac care and neonatal services. The system collaborates with Florida Atlantic University as the county's first statutory teaching hospital and maintains an affiliation with Nicklaus Children’s Health System to enhance pediatric care access.
South Shore Health is the largest independent non-profit health system in southeastern Massachusetts, based in South Weymouth. Established in 1912, it serves the community with a comprehensive range of healthcare services. The system includes a hospital that provides emergency and inpatient care, outpatient services, primary care, urgent care, and specialty care.
The organization is committed to its mission of prioritizing health and wellness in the community. It offers various services, including primary care, emergency medicine, specialty care, cancer care, home health services, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. South Shore Health operates through multiple affiliated entities, ensuring coordinated and efficient patient care. As a non-profit, it is dedicated to providing care to all patients, emphasizing compassion and community connection.