New hospital brings world-class, whole-person care to Minneola
AdventHealth Minneola will bring nationally recognized care close to home in South Lake County.
MINNEOLA, Fla., Dec. 9, 2025 — Families in Minneola and South Lake County now have access to whole-person, compassionate hospital care close to home with the opening of AdventHealth Minneola.
The new hospital reflects AdventHealth’s faith-based mission to extend the healing ministry of Christ, bringing nationally recognized care and convenience to a rapidly growing community.
“Our goal is simple — to make sure families never have to leave home to receive trusted, compassionate care that helps them heal in body, mind and spirit,” said Kay Barnett, CEO of AdventHealth Minneola. “We know how important it is for patients to be surrounded by their loved ones during times of healing. This hospital ensures that South Lake County families can stay close to home while receiving the exceptional care AdventHealth is known for nationwide.”
AdventHealth Minneola is the ninth hospital in the AdventHealth Central Florida Division, offering a broad range of services designed to meet community needs, including:
- A full-service emergency department
- Comprehensive imaging and diagnostic services
- Five operating suites and endoscopy services
- Heart catheterization labs
- 40 critical care patient rooms and 40 general medical/surgical rooms
These services address a significant need in South Lake County, where nearly half of residents currently travel outside the area for inpatient care, according to the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
“This marks a new chapter for health care in South Lake County,” said Dr. Miles Bennett, chief medical officer at AdventHealth Minneola. “Our team of skilled physicians and specialists is here to deliver advanced medical expertise with uncommon compassion the kind that reflects our mission to extend the healing ministry of Christ and help every person feel whole.”
Located within a growing community hub surrounded by homes, parks and local businesses, the hospital was designed to serve as a cornerstone for wellness and connection. Construction is also underway on an adjacent medical office building that will offer outpatient services in gastroenterology, urology, oncology, cardiology, general and vascular surgery, orthopedics, sports medicine, and rehabilitation, outpatient laboratory and pharmacy — further expanding access to care for South Lake residents.
AdventHealth Minneola joins the AdventHealth Central Florida network, recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Florida and among the Top 20 hospitals in the nation. This recognition reflects AdventHealth’s dedication to high-quality, whole-person care that prioritizes patients’ well-being above all else.
“It is an honor for me and my fellow City Council members to officially welcome AdventHealth to Minneola,” said Mayor Pat Kelley. “The opening of AdventHealth Minneola marks a milestone for our community — one that brings not only excellent care close to home but also creates hundreds of new opportunities for families to live and work right here.”
The new hospital is creating more than 500 jobs for the community.
Click here to learn more about AdventHealth Minneola.
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