Daytona Beach, FL (January 2, 2025) – Halifax Health announced the grand opening of its new Halifax Health - Emergency Department of Port Orange South, dedicated to providing exceptional emergency care to the community.
This facility sets itself apart as the only freestanding emergency department in the area staffed exclusively by board-certified emergency room physicians, ensuring the highest level of expertise and care for patients. Located at the corner of Airport Rd. and Williamson Blvd. in Port Orange, the new Emergency Department will offer the most current medical technology, compassionate service, and comprehensive emergency care for all ages.
“Halifax Health is committed to delivering exceptional healthcare close to home,” said Jeff Feasel, President and CEO of Halifax Health. “As a community-owned and controlled health system, we are proud to provide Port Orange and New Smyrna residents with a facility that emphasizes access and choice. This Emergency Department reflects our ongoing mission to meet the diverse needs of our community while maintaining the highest standards of medical excellence.”
While this opening represents Halifax Health’s expansion in Port Orange, additional phases may be explored in the future as part of the system’s broader vision to further enhance local healthcare services.
Key features of the Halifax Health - Emergency Department of Port Orange South include:
· 24/7 emergency care for all ages
· Staffed exclusively by board-certified emergency room physicians
· Advanced diagnostic capabilities and on-site imaging
· A seamless connection to Halifax Health’s comprehensive network of specialty services
This expansion exemplifies Halifax Health’s dedication to fostering a healthier community by providing immediate access to life-saving care. With its focus on local governance and community-driven initiatives, Halifax Health continues to prioritize patient-centered healthcare in every decision.
About Halifax Health:
Halifax Health is the leading healthcare provider for Volusia and Flagler counties, offering a comprehensive range of services through a network that includes a tertiary hospital, two community hospitals, an urgent care network, psychiatric services, and a specialized cancer treatment center with multiple outreach locations. As the area’s only provider of a Level II Trauma Center, Center for Transplant Services, and a Pediatric Emergency Department staffed 24/7 by board-certified pediatricians, Halifax Health is also home to the region's longest-standing Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and Child and Adolescent Behavioral Services. In addition, Halifax Health has collaborated with UF Health to bring over fourteen specialties to the area.
Recognized for excellence and innovation, Halifax Health consistently receives top ratings, including a 5 STAR rating in the CMS Quality of Patient Care, multiple accreditations from CARF International for inpatient rehabilitation, and the prestigious Novalis Certification of Excellence for its cancer treatment center. The organization has also achieved a 3 Star Rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgery for Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery, is designated as a Comprehensive Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, and has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a Best Hospital, with high performance in heart failure and knee and hip replacement. Halifax Health Hospice is repeatedly honored as the Top Rated and Most Recommended Hospice in Central Florida, underscoring its commitment to providing the highest level of care. With a legacy of excellence and community service since 1928, Halifax Health continues to set the standard for quality and compassionate care in the region.
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