At DeSoto Memorial Hospital, we understand that healthcare is personal, and we only get one chance to make a good first impression. Our goal is to provide every member of our community with the highest level of healthcare services and exceed their expectations. We offer the latest in medical technology to our community and are continuously recruiting the most qualified physicians to provide services.

DeSoto Memorial Hospital is a 49 Bed Rural Community Hospital located in the heart of Arcadia which is just east of Sarasota. We proudly serve a local population of nearly 34,000 residents. We offer our patients safe and compassionate treatment in our ER, Med-Surg, ICU, IV Therapy, Laboratory, Diagnostic Imaging, Surgical Services, Home Health, Physical Medicine, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, Nephrology, Pain Management, Wound Care, and Outpatient Behavioral Health units. Our hospital earned a Four Star Rating in 2023 from the Centers for Medicaid/Medicare.

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DeSoto Memorial Hospital

Vincent A. Sica

Kyle Fairchild

Jerri Douglas (Lori)

Ileana Escalona

Heather Vest

Hannah Cox

Edward Paul Fortuna

David Amos French

Cheryl Ross Hollifield Cnm

Vanessa A.

Sarah Hipp

The Clinical Support Team at DeSoto Memorial Hospital plays a crucial role in enhancing patient care by coordinating medical staff, managing ancillary clinical services, and providing specialized nursing and therapeutic support. This multidisciplinary team ensures effective communication among healthcare providers, facilitates safe medication management, and delivers comprehensive care across various departments, ultimately contributing to the hospital's mission of exceeding patient expectations.

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