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HCA Florida Apollo Beach Emergency opens

Available for 24/7 emergency care to the community at 5484 North U.S. Highway 41.

July 11, 2025
HCA Florida South Shore Hospital CEO Cathy Edmisten (second from left) and Apollo Beach Emergency team in the new facility’s CT Scan room
The facility is staffed by a dedicated team of board-certified physicians, specially trained nurses and skilled technicians.

Apollo Beach, FL — HCA Florida South Shore Hospital is excited to announce that the HCA Florida Apollo Beach Emergency, located at 5485 North U.S. Highway 41 in Apollo Beach, opened today. This state-of-the-art, $14 million facility now offers 24/7 emergency care to meet the needs of this fast-growing community.

The Apollo Beach Emergency is staffed with board-certified emergency physicians, specially trained nurses and skilled technicians who support onsite laboratory, radiology and CT scan services.  The facility features 10 private treatment rooms, a dedicated trauma room and around-the-clock security.

The center is fully equipped to diagnosis and treat a wide range of emergency conditions, including:

  • Broken bones and lacerations
  • Stomach and abdominal pain
  • Chest pain
  • Stroke
  • Breathing difficulties and upper respiratory infections

“We are thrilled to bring high-quality, convenient emergency services to families in the Apollo Beach area,” said Cathy Edmisten, CEO of HCA Florida South Shore Hospital. “Our dedicated emergency care team is committed to delivering exceptional care in this beautiful new facility.”

The Apollo Beach Emergency is a department of South Shore Hospital, which has received numerous national recognitions including:

  • 2025 Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award
  • America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Care (2025 and 2024)
  • America’s 100 Best Hospitals for both Orthopedic Surgery (2023-2025)
  • America’s 100 Best for Gastrointestinal Surgery in 2025.

To learn more about services, visit HCA Florida South Shore Hospital.

Published:
July 11, 2025
Location:
HCA Florida South Shore Hospital

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