Jackson Health System's 2026 Report to the Community.
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- 2026 REPORT TO THE COMMUNITYCare that leads to extraordinary outcomes Jackson
- Page 2"What makes Jackson so special is not simply the buildings we open or the programs we build - it is our people and our purpose. Every day, our team of 15,000 dedicated employees show up committed to healing, comforting, and saving lives. Carlos A. Migoya
- Page 3“At the heart of this work is a simple, but powerful mission: to provide the same high-quality care to every Miami-Dade County resident, regardless of their financial circumstances or background." qual Pats
- Clinical milestones mark life-changing momentsChristine E. Lynn Founding Benefactor 500 lung transplants and counting
- Lynn Rehabilitation earns top national ranking once againFor the third year in a row, U.S. News & World Report has recognized Christine E. Lynn Rehabilitation Center for The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis at UHealth/Jackson Memorial as one of the best rehabilitation hospitals for patients recovering from stroke, traumatic brain injuries, severe burns, and other traumas. Lynn Rehabilitation Center, which celebrated its fifth anniversary this year, is among the top 3% rehabilitation hospitals in the country.
- Page 66 Holtz patient is the first female to receive groundbreaking gene therapy for Muscular Dystrophy Diagnosed at age two with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), Raniya Scott has spent much of her life facing the progressive challenges of the disease. Now 16, she made history as the first female in the world to receive a promising new gene therapy for DMD.
- Page 7Holtz Children's is among top hospitals in Florida and the Southeast Once again, the specialists at University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Medical Center were recognized among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report. Holtz Children's Hospital is proud to have been ranked seventh among Florida's best children's hospitals, a reflection of our team's dedication to providing exceptional care to children and families.
- Advanced surgical techniques are transforming patients' livesPersonalized knee replacement for real relief After years of painful arthritic knees, Mariela Lopez turned to Jeffrey Alan Rich, DO, an orthopedic surgeon at Jackson South Medical Center. Dr. Rich uses a specialized knee replacement technique that follows each patient's natural alignment, rather than forcing a perfectly straight mechanical alignment. Mariela had both knees replaced and is looking forward to getting back to the activities she loves.
- Dentist's quick detour to Jackson Heart Institute saves his lifeDr. Sam Huckabee and his team spent four busy days seeing patients on a mission trip to Jamaica. On the final day, he felt a sharp pain between his shoulder blades and feared a heart attack. Things worsened on the flight home, and his son directed their Uber to Jackson Heart Institute during their Miami layover. A CT scan revealed a life-threatening aortic tear, and Huckabee was rushed into surgery.
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- Tune in to Jackson's new “On Call, Off Script" podcastJackson Health System launched a podcast that showcases our experts and our role as the community's go-to source for healthcare insights. Every two weeks, host Ruelle Champion welcomes local personalities like Mayor Daniella Levine Cava and Dr. George Paul. You never know what you'll learn! eMerge Americas explores the future
- Page 1212 Keeping things safe in the fast lane
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- One Day for JacksonCommunity support reaches new heights for Jackson One Day for Jackson is a 24-hour fundraising campaign dedicated to supporting Jackson Health System. The community-driven initiative brought together local businesses, organizations, residents, employees, and municipalities for a day of events, partnerships, and generosity, all in support of Jackson's life-saving work.
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- Guardian Angels make an impactThe Guardian Angels, a membership group within the Jackson Health Foundation, continue to support world-class pediatric care at Holtz Children's Hospital with style! The annual Guardians of the Children Luncheon and Fashion Show, in partnership with Saks Fifth Avenue, raised more than $1,029,461. FL 2056 NC
- Page 17The Foundation is governed by a volunteer board of respected community leaders who share Jackson Health System's commitment to providing world-class care in our corner of the world. Sergio Abreu TECO Energy
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Clinical milestones mark life-changing moments
Christine E. Lynn Founding Benefactor
500 lung transplants and counting
Miami Transplant Institute celebrates 500th Lung Transplant Marcos Dabul put his active lifestyle on hold when a pulmonary fibrosis diagnosis made it tough to breath. Five years later, Dabul received the 500th lung transplant at Miami Transplant Institute (MTI), a joint program between Jackson Health System and UHealth - University of Miami Health System.
Dabul, his family, and the entire lung team celebrated the milestones together. A national leader in transplant innovation, MTI was the first in the U.S. to use an advanced Lung Preservation System which allows donated lungs to remain viable longer. For patients like Dabul, that means access to viable lungs from further away and less time on a waiting list.
Marcos' journey from pulmonary fibrosis to celebration.
Jazz musician gets his groove back through living kidney donor
Jazz musician Jamie Ousley was struggling with fatigue that made performing and teaching nearly impossible. Diagnosed with IgA nephropathy, a progressive kidney disease, his energy steadily declined, threatening both his career and daily life. When his nephrologist referred him to the Miami Transplant Institute (MTI), Jamie faced a daunting question: how could he ask someone to donate a kidney?
His cousin, Sarah Overman, didn't hesitate. Testing confirmed she was a match, and in July 2025, Jamie received her kidney through a minimally invasive robotic procedure. Both donor and recipient recovered quickly, and Jamie is now regaining his energy, returning to the stage, the classroom, and the life he loves-all thanks to the generosity of family and the expertise of MTI's living donor program.
Living donors shorten wait times. Read Ousley's story.