FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Larkin Community Hospital
Palm Springs Campus
Designated as a STEMI Center


Hialeah, FL – April 2025 — Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus has officially been designated a STEMI Center in Hialeah, reinforcing its position as a trusted destination for emergency heart care in South Florida. This designation is vital for patients suffering from ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI)—a severe and time-sensitive type of heart attack.

This achievement reflects the hospital’s commitment to delivering rapid, advanced, and life-saving cardiac interventions that meet the highest standards of care.

What Is a STEMI and Why Time Matters

A STEMI heart attack occurs when a coronary artery is completely blocked, stopping blood flow to the heart. Without immediate treatment, heart muscle begins to die within minutes. That’s why the presence of a STEMI Center in Hialeah is such a critical advancement for the community.

“At Larkin, we know that every second counts in a heart attack,” said Yoely Hernandez, MBA, BSN, Chief Executive Officer of Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus. “Being a STEMI Center means our team is fully prepared to respond, act fast, and save lives.”

STEMI Center Capabilities at Larkin Palm Springs Campus

  • 24/7 STEMI Team Activation: Around-the-clock access to emergency care specialists

  • Emergency EKG and Diagnostics: Immediate testing to assess cardiac events

  • Rapid Triage and Treatment: Proven processes to quickly move patients from diagnosis to intervention

  • EMS Coordination: Seamless care begins before arrival through direct communication with first responders

  • Critical Care Expertise: A dedicated team of cardiologists and ICU professionals

  • Minimized Door-to-Balloon Time: Streamlined processes reduce delays and improve patient outcomes

     This achievement reinforces Larkin’s commitment to delivering advanced, timely, and compassionate care to the communities it serves.

    For life-saving care, our community knows what to say: #TakeMeToLarkin

    About Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus

    Located at 1475 W 49th Place in Hialeah, Florida, Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus is a 247-bed full-service acute care facility and part of the Larkin Health System. Known for its commitment to safety, innovation, and patient-centered care, Larkin offers a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services across South Florida.