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University Community Hospital (UCH) was founded in the mid 1960's by a group of progressive businessmen who recognized the need for hospital services in a rural, yet developing north Tampa region. The 208-bed hospital opened on July 15, 1968. Today, UCH has grown into a 431-bed facility that is home to five Centers of Excellence that focus resources on major disease areas including cancer treatment, women's health, pediatrics, diabetes management and orthopaedics. Our mission is to offer patients access to the most advanced technology and treatment options available.

The growth and development of University Community Hospital serves as a tribute to the guidance and leadership offered by its volunteer Board of Trustees. Since its founding, UCH has celebrated many "firsts" in the health care history of Tampa and today is recognized as a leader in an industry that is challenged by an ever-changing climate of health care reform and the growing influence of managed care.

Orthopaedic Services Rated #1 In Tampa Bay
University Community Hospital was named the #1 rated hospital in the Tampa Bay area for overall orthopaedic surgical services, according to a new study recently released by HealthGrades, nation’s leading healthcare ratings company.

“University Community Hospital’s ratings place it in the top 5% in the nation for orthopaedics, thereby achieving five-star ratings for overall orthopaedic surgery, joint replacement surgery, spinal surgery, total knee replacement surgery and hip fracture repair ,” said Larry Archbell, chief executive officer for UCH. “This recognition—by an independent and objective company—validates the quality of care that the hospital’s physicians, nurses and staff deliver to patients and families on a daily basis.”

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