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Nationally Recognized Cardiac Surgeon Tapped to Serve as New Chief Executive of the Lee Health Heart Institute
Fort Myers, Florida, Aug. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lee Health is pleased to welcome nationally recognized cardiac surgeon Dr. Daniel O’Hair as the new chief physician executive of the Lee Health Heart Institute. With more than 25 years of experience, Dr. O’Hair is known for his leadership in advancing cardiovascular care, including expertise in robotic and minimally invasive surgery, transcatheter technologies, and building high-performing heart programs.
By Lee Health · Via GlobeNewswire · August 18, 2025
The Lee Health Heart Institute Offers Endoscopic Heart Valve Repair Surgery, Putting the Health System at the Forefront of Cardiac Care
Endoscopic valve repair is latest advanced surgical implemented by Lee Health, leading the way in cardiac care options
By Lee Health · Via GlobeNewswire · August 29, 2024
Lee Health Embraces AI to Support Patient Care, Improve Health Outcomes, and Increase Efficiency
The efforts and work to best utilize technology to support health outcomes was honored with a national award.
By Lee Health · Via GlobeNewswire · August 9, 2024
Lee Health’s Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida Enhances Support and Care for Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
The only pediatric hospital in the region has been designated as the first Certified Autism Center™ in Florida and is now outfitted with the area’s first sensory-friendly ambulance
By Lee Health · Via GlobeNewswire · April 29, 2024
The Lee Health Heart Institute Achieves Most Abstract Acceptance at the Annual American College of Cardiology Conference
Lee Health Heart Institute research teams show a dedication to sharing expertise and fostering collaboration.
By Lee Health · Via GlobeNewswire · April 15, 2024
Lee Health’s HealthPark Medical Center Named Among the Top 50 Hospitals for Heart Care in the U.S. for the 11th Time
Fort Myers, Florida, Feb. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lee Health’s HealthPark Medical Center has again been named a top performing hospital in the 2024 PINC AI™ 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals™ study, joining some of the most elite hospitals in the country that provide top-tier heart care. This marks the 11th year that HealthPark Medical Center has won the award.
By Lee Health · Via GlobeNewswire · February 20, 2024
MINNESOTA TWINS AND LEE HEALTH ANNOUNCE 10-YEAR PARTNERSHIP, INCLUDING NAMING RIGHTS FOR CLUB’S FORT MYERS COMPLEX
Twins’ longtime Fort Myers home to be called Lee Health Sports Complex, as the reigning American League Central Division champions partner with Southwest Florida’s premier care team
By Lee Health · Via GlobeNewswire · November 16, 2023
Lee Health Announces Sponsorship of FGCU Student-Athletes NIL through SWFL Flight Crew Collective
Lee Health will contribute resources, support and healthcare, as well as orthopedic care, in connection to the Name, Image, and Likeness sponsorship
By Lee Health · Via GlobeNewswire · November 10, 2023
Dr. Thomas Hunt Appointed as Lee Health’s Vice President and Chief Physician Executive of Musculoskeletal Services
The internationally known surgeon brings decades of experience in the specialty to the role
By Lee Health · Via GlobeNewswire · July 17, 2023
Immersive Virtual Reality Treatment Room Changes Chemo Experience for Kids with Cancer
Fort Myers, Fla., July 26, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- To view and download photos and video of the immersion room, click here.
By Lee Health · Via GlobeNewswire · July 26, 2022