AdventHealth North Pinellas is the first and only hospital in Pinellas County to introduce the state-of-the art, da Vinci SP® surgical system by Intuitive.
We’re committed to cost transparency so you can make informed decisions about your health care. Learn more about price transparency at AdventHealth hospitals.
Here for You With Expertise and Compassion
At AdventHealth Connerton, formerly Florida Hospital at Connerton Long Term Acute Care, we deliver meaningful long-term care by getting to know our patients and their families. Our 77-bed hospital is designed to serve individuals who have medically complex illnesses requiring additional weeks of specialized hospital care.
How Can AdventHealth Connerton Help You? Our Services
- Specialty Acute Care
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AdventHealth Connerton, formerly Florida Hospital at Connerton Long Term Acute Care, provides a comprehensive range of services to treat patients whose medically complex conditions require an extended hospital stay. Our specially trained staff works to deliver expert acute care, helping each patient progress toward the next stage of their recovery.
- Ventilator Weaning
- Complex Respiratory Conditions
- Infectious Diseases
- Complex Wound Care
- Heart Failure
- Medically Complex Conditions
- Neurological Disorders
- Post-Trauma Care
- Renal Disorders
- Bariatric Care
- Surgical Complications
- Long-Term Treatments and Services We Offer
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Nursing Units: Our nursing care units are specially designed for long-term patients, including a critical care unit and two medical/surgical units.
Radiology/Imaging: Our inpatient radiology services allow us to quickly take and interpret diagnostic imaging such as X-ray or ultrasound scans.
Surgical Suite: Our fully equipped operating room is available for minor inpatient procedures.
Laboratory: We have a dedicated laboratory on-site for quicker test results.
Pharmacy: Our full-service inpatient Pharmacy dispenses medications ordered by a patient's physician.
Respiratory Services: Our Level 5 Respiratory Therapists are experts in critical care ventilator support as well as ventilator weaning and acute care respiratory therapy.
Therapy Services: Our on-site therapy services include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and nutritional therapy to rehabilitate patients to point where they can be safely discharged.
Medical Nutrition Services: Proper nutrition plays an important part in wellness and recovery. Our on-site Medical Nutrition Therapist can develop nutritious meals for patients based on the physician’s recommendations.
Case Management: Each patient is assigned a Case Manager, who assists with discharge planning and special service needs, such as home health care or medical equipment. Case Managers also maintain contact with insurance companies regarding care and are available to answer any questions about coverage.
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Your Pursuit of Wholeness
We believe every person deserves to feel whole — and what that means to you is uniquely special. Whatever makes you feel whole, we’re here to help you chase it, with complete care for your body, mind and spirit at every remarkable step.
Our visitor policy has been recently updated. Read here to learn more.
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Caring for You and Your Family Information and Resources
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Find everything you need to navigate your visit to AdventHealth Connerton, including visitor hours, information for travelers and more.
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An extended hospital stay can be a stressful time for our patients and their loved ones. We’re committed to providing an environment that invites a sense of peace and calm and helps promote healing.
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A long-term acute care patient is one who needs focused critical care nursing, intensive respiratory services and rehabilitation therapies for his or her recovery. Find out how to refer a patient here.
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Your generosity can change lives. As a not-for-profit hospital, every gift has an impact. Learn more about our Foundation at AdventHealth Connerton.
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Where Advanced Care Meets Comfort
The unique environment of a long-term acute-care hospital means that our patients and visitors spend more time with us than at other hospitals, so we've designed our facility with comfort in mind. Our specially trained staff are experts in providing advanced care and are also friendly, compassionate and devoted to easing the stress of long-term recovery or illness.
Our 70,000-square-foot, one-story hospital features all private rooms, an operating room for minor inpatient procedures, a chapel, an inner courtyard and a dining area — all specially designed for an extended hospital stay. To see our facility in person, stop by or call us today. Tours are available Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 8 pm.
Long Term Acute Care at AdventHealth
Dr. Nirav Patel, a board-certified pulmonologist at AdventHealth Connerton, discusses the comprehensive acute care at the hospital, its weaning rates for patients on ventilators, and why referring pulmonologists should consider the hospital for care. AdventHealth Connerton is one of three long-term acute care hospitals in the country to be named a VapoTherm Center for Excellence.
Helping Patients Heal in Our Brain Injury Program
AdventHealth Connerton is the only long-term acute-care facility in Florida with Joint Commission Certification in brain injury rehabilitation. In our comprehensive program, our certified brain injury specialists deliver personalized medical, nursing and therapy care to help people regain their mobility and daily functioning.
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Meet Our Leadership Team
Each day, our hospital leadership team ensures our mission — Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ — is delivered through the whole-person care we provide. Meet the team of leaders guiding our hospital in serving the community with exceptional health care.
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Our Patient and Visitor Code of Conduct
We’re committed to providing high-quality health care in a safe environment, and our Patient and Visitor Code of Conduct helps uphold our safety standards in every AdventHealth facility. Learn more about our policy as we continue to keep our teams, patients and visitors safe.
Quality Care You Can Trust
When you’re looking for a long-term acute care facility, you want to choose a place where you or a loved one will receive the best possible care. At AdventHealth Connerton, we’re committed to high-quality, whole-person care that keeps every patient safe and well in more ways than one.
Learn more about our latest quality rankings from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Where You’re in the Best Hands
Your peace of mind is our priority. These recognitions and certifications from national organizations highlight our commitment to ensuring you or a loved one receives only the best care here.
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Team Members Credentialed by the Academy of Certified Brain Injury Specialists
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Long-Term Acute Care Center of Excellence
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The Joint Commission Brain Injury Rehabilitation Certification
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Vapotherm Center of Excellence
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Making a Difference With Our Community Partners
We’re passionate about staying connected to our communities and finding ways to make a meaningful impact. Because when we come together for a cause, we can do amazing things. Learn more about our special partnerships with organizations, nonprofits and more.
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AdventHealth Connerton Local News and Events
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Press Release
AdventHealth North Pinellas Takes the Lead With First-of-its-Kind Technology In Pinellas County
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AdventHealth Tampa Bariatric Pre-Operative Class
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Pre-operative classes are available for patients preparing for bariatric surgery.
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Blogs
Innovative Approaches Can Improve Pancreatic Cancer Outcomes
Patients with pancreatic cancer are living longer than ever. Learn how innovative approaches are changing the game for pancreatic cancer patients.
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Breast Cancer Survivor Support Group
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Breast Cancer Awareness Support Group
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Press Release
AdventHealth Wesley Chapel Expanding to Better Serve Pasco County
AdventHealth Wesley Chapel is excited to announce a major expansion to support the growing community of Pasco County. Construction began in early July, with the new additions expected to be ready by late 2025.
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Free 4-Week Quit Smoking Now Program
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Free tobacco cessation classes.
AdventHealth Connerton
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Formerly known as Florida Hospital at Connerton
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Hours Information:This location is open 24/7.This location is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Visiting Hours:
As we monitor coronavirus (COVID-19) in our communities, we have made changes to our visitation policies to ensure the safety of our patients, visitors and team members. Read our new visitation policy.
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