The surgical program is the result of a collaborative initiative between TGH Brooksville, TGH Spring Hill, and the Tampa General Academic Health System. By integrating the clinical resources of the Davis Islands medical center and USF Health, the hospital aims to provide specialized cardiovascular care that previously required travel to larger urban centers. The inaugural procedure was spearheaded by Dr. Charan Mungara, alongside leadership from Dr. Benjamin Mackie and Dr. Lucian Lozonschi.
TGH Brooksville Completes First Cardiothoracic Surgery
Patients in Hernando County can now access complex heart surgery locally following the first cardiothoracic procedure performed at TGH Brooksville. The milestone operation, which included a coronary artery bypass graft and mitral valve repair, marks a significant expansion of academic medical services into the region.
This development follows a series of cardiovascular service expansions at the Brooksville facility, including the opening of a cardiac rehabilitation unit in 2025 and an advanced heart failure clinic. According to hospital leadership, the initiative is designed to offer a multidisciplinary approach to complex heart and lung conditions, ensuring residents receive evidence-based care within their own community. The program intends to leverage university-based research and advanced surgical techniques to support long-term patient outcomes in the region.
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