Healthcare System Overview

Practice Description  

Being part of AdventHealth Medical Group network has its advantages. With locations across Davenport and Lake Wales, you're sure to find the health care services you need, when and where you need them. From primary care providers, to leading specialists in cardiology, gastroenterology, women's health, general surgery and more, our providers are part of the connected health care system you know you can trust. AdventHealth Medical Group is a coalition of over 2,000 physicians, advanced practice providers, residents, fellows and faculty members. This comprehensive network spans 9 states - offering you an unparalleled continuum of care across the country. Physicians employed with AHMG enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits including a retirement plan, a health care plan for the whole family, Paid Leave Days, dedicated CME days and an annual allowance for education and professional association memberships. As a 501c3 organization, you may be eligible for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Hospital Description  

AdventHealth Heart of Florida is a 60 acre campus which sits high on a hill in beautiful Polk County. From the windows, patients and team members alike can enjoy the beauty of hot air balloon flights, fireworks from local theme parks, and the natural beauty of the local orange groves. Residents of Polk County and surrounding communities have access to a world-class hospital with a compassionate medical team that is dedicated to your whole-person health. AdventHealth Heart of Florida is a 202-bed acute care facility that is a part of the AdventhHealth Care Network, which encompasses a full range of health care services for all ages. Our campus is home to robotic-assisted surgeries specializing in both MAKO and DaVinci robots, an NAPBC accredited breast care center, The Heart of Florida Baby Place, the Heart Success Center, and an MBSAQIP accredited Bariatric and Weight Loss Program. Our campus will also see an ER expansion and facilities renovation in 2022. From expert emergency and surgical services to leading specialists in cardiology, orthopedics, urology and gastroenterology, we offer the quality care you need, close to home.

AdventHealth Lake Wales is tucked away in the picturesque town of Lake Wales, residents and those from neighboring communities, have found compassionate, quality care from their hometown hospital since its opening in 1928. AdventHealth Lake Wales is a 160-bed, acute care facility serving Polk County and surrounding communities. Our team members and patients need only to look out of the windows to be inspired by views filled with rich history. Adjacent to campus sits the historic Lake Wales Arts Center, and just across the town lake, high on the hill, sits beautiful Bok Tower Gardens. AdventHealth Lake Wales is home to robotic-assisted surgeries, TeleICU, and an adult behavioral health unit. Patients and families can also access 24-hour emergency care, along with outpatient services like imaging, rehabilitation services, lab and wound care and more. From expert emergency and surgical services to leading specialists in cardiology, pulmonology, urology and gastroenterology, we offer the quality care you need close to home.

Polk County Central Florida is conveniently located between Orlando and Tampa, and an easy drive to Central Florida attractions and the Gulf and Atlantic beaches. Polk County offers something for everyone, including Florida’s newest attractions, LEGOLAND Florida Resort and Safari Wilderness; and some of Florida’s most historic; including Bok Tower Gardens, Westgate River Ranch Resort (the Southeast’s largest dude ranch), and Frank Lloyd Wright’s 13 structures at Florida Southern College. With 554 fresh water lakes, the area offers great fishing, adventurous airboat eco tours and exciting water sports. Wonderful parks, preserves and trails captivate visitors with Polk County’s natural beauty.

Davenport located minutes from the Disney Parks and Orlando, is a beautiful city. Nestled in Central Florida just off of I-4 and Highway 27.  Living in Davenport is a dream come true for many. From its picturesque landscape to its abundance of recreational activities, there is something for everyone. The area boasts an array of golf courses and other outdoor activities that can be enjoyed year round. Davenport also offers easy access to nearby attractions such as Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando, and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. With bustling shopping centers and restaurants, the city has something for even the most discerning shoppers and foodies alike. Whether it’s the mild temperatures or endless outdoor adventures, those who choose to live in Davenport are sure to find something they love in this beautiful city. Mid-sized city/Resort city - Central Florida, 25 miles inland from the Tampa Bay area and 10 miles inland from the Orlando area.

Lake Wales: There is a wealth of things to do in the Lake Wales area. Enjoy the solitude of walking or biking around beautiful Lake Wales or swimming and working out one of the area's many health clubs. Contemplate the mystery of  Spook Hill.  Take in a rodeo on Saturday evening at Westgate River Ranch. Enjoy a play at the Lake Wales Little Theater, a concert or art show at the Lake Wales Arts Center. Tour the shops and historic architecture in downtown Lake Wales. Enjoy the area's many unique dining experiences. Fishing, boating, airboat rides, water-skiing, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, sky-diving, golfing and tennis also may be enjoyed year-round.

Visitors can choose from a variety of accommodations that include bed and breakfast establishments, hotels, motels, cabins, mobile home rentals, apartments or rental homes. If camping is your preference, there are campgrounds and camping facilities for both RVs and tents in the area. Bok Tower Gardens and nearby Kissimmee State Park, the Ridge Audubon Center & Nature Trail, and Tiger Creek Nature Preserve, offer unparalleled views into Central Florida’s unique ecosystem and history. The Ridge area is home to flora and fauna that are found nowhere else in the world. Whether you are seeking life’s simple pleasures, the thrills and challenges of adventure sports or just plenty of Florida sunshine, visiting Lake Wales –"Real Florida" at its best - will be a memorable and enjoyable experience. 

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