LAKELAND, Fla. — Two major hospitals are preparing to expand cancer treatment options as Polk County continues to see rapid growth.
What You Need To Know
- Lakeland Regional Health’s partnership with Tampa General Hospital will bring more oncologists and cancer specialties to Polk County
- The collaboration is designed to help meet the rising demand for cancer care as Polk County’s population continues to grow
- The partnership will allow for additional clinical trials, research opportunities and expanded services at the Hollis Cancer Center beginning March 1
Lakeland Regional Health is teaming up with Tampa General Hospital to bring more oncologists and physicians to the area.
Polk County resident Lourdes Salgado began treatment at Lakeland Regional Health’s Hollis Cancer Center last year. She says what began as a hospital visit for a stomachache led to a shocking diagnosis…