HCA Florida Central Tampa Emergency

"Poor bedside manner. And blatant liars. My daughter went there last night because she wasn’t feeling well. I was home at that time and wanted to be on the phone so that I could hear what was being said and ask any questions it need be. The doctor and nurse refused with the doctor walking out the room immediately and the nurse telling me that my being on the phone “violated HIPPA laws.” As a fellow healthcare professional, I knew this to be untrue as my daughter had stated that she wanted me to be on the phone with her. It was not a video call, I would not have been able to see any faces or any examinations performed. Nor was I recording anything. I spoke to a wonderful charge nurse and asked that they wait until I got there which she agreed to (she is the only reason I gave two stars.) I live 10 minutes away and took 5-10 minutes to get dressed. In that space of time, they examined and discharged my daughter without my being there. This produces a very poor patient experience. I wouldn’t recommend this place to even the prison system."

"I went in for stitches after cutting my finger. Sandi and dr Mandani were great and attentive I felt at ease. I was stitched and bandaged in an hour. I highly recommend"

"I am an EMT for a service that is contracted to handle interfacility transfers for HCA Florida. I took a patient from here on 07/31/24. I was incredibly impressed by RN Marilyn’s upholding of the standard of care befitting an RN. I was there as she explained in full detail the necessity of the confused PT’s transfer to another hospital, and the compassion and empathy she showed is something we need to see a lot more of in the healthcare field. Please pass this along to her so she knows that her hard work is recognized."

"My elderly cousin was brought here. The security guards are a gem. The other staff had the audacity to tell me that since they are not her nurse they couldn’t take her to the bathroom. Her assigned nurse hasn’t shown her face. I’m very disappointed & disgusted at this treatment."

"Had a very pleasant experience. Dr. Madani and nurse Bruno were amazing to work with. I was in and out in no time and very happy with the experience. Great job"