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Kari Vargas named President and CEO for AdventHealth Winter Garden and CEO for AdventHealth’s West Orange and South Lake Market
Kissimmee VA Clinic Moves to New Facility ORLANDO, Fla. – The Kissimmee VA CommunityBased Outpatient Clinic is opening its new clinic on Dec. 14 located at 701 Union Street, Kissimmee Fl 34741. The new clinic is located 1.2 miles from the current clinic. The facility provides double the space of the current clinic in order to expand clinical care. Services provided at the clinic include primary care, mental health, a dedicated women’s health area, telehealth rooms, psychiatry, social work, integrated whole health, and a lab area. The clinic provides new services for minor surgical procedures such as biopsies, cryotherapy and joint injections. “We are excited to welcome our Veterans to this brand-new facility,” said Timothy J. Cooke, Director/ CEO of the Orlando VA Healthcare System. “With the increase of Veterans in the Kissimmee area, the additional space will accommodate our current needs as we plan for additional Veterans to come to the VA for care.”
Kari Vargas has been named president and CEO for AdventHealth Winter Garden and CEO for the West Orange and South Lake market located in AdventHealth’s Central Florida Division. Vargas will report to Jennifer Wandersleben, CEO of Acute Care Services forOrange, Osceola, Seminole and Polk counties. “I know Kari’s experience in leading operations, strategic planning and diverse teams will serve her well as she steps into this new role,” said Terry Shaw, president/CEO for AdventHealth. “With the continued growth we’re seeing in the West Orange and South Lake markets, Kari’s leadership and expertise will further our delivery of faith-based, wholeperson care across these communities.” In this role, Vargas will oversee the day-to-day operations of AdventHealth Winter Garden and will lead the overall expansion of the West Orange and South Lake markets, developing and executing strategies that support the total network of care and building influential relationships with key constituents, communities and consumers. “Kari is a forward-thinking leader that understands how to lead provider and care teams toward operational excellence,” said Wandersleben. “Kari’s passion for our mission fuels her ability to collaborate and bring teams together to continue expanding our promise of wholeness across the communities we serve.”
Stevens Construction begins Aspire Health Partners Access Center Renovation
Vargas joined AdventHealth in 2000 and has served in various leadership roles, including vice president of business development at AdventHealth Orlando and vice president of business development and strategy for the Central Florida Division. Most recently, Vargas served as vice president and chief operating officer at AdventHealth Orlando where she had oversight and responsibility for the strategic development and overall operational performance for the campus. “I am honored to work for a company that sets a bold vision for the future and I’m excited for the work we get to do in the West Orange and South Lake communities,” said Vargas. “I look forward to building relationships and partnering with our providers and care teams as we continue Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ to our surrounding communities.” Vargas received her bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Central Florida. She also holds a master’s degree in business administration with a concentration in management from Rollins College. Vargas is involved in her community, serving on the boards of the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida and Support Our Scholars.
Daryl Tol Abruptly Resigns CEO Position at AdventHealth ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 6, 2021 — In a surprise announcement, Daryl Tol, president and CEO of AdventHealth’s Central Florida Division, has shared his decision to resign from his leadership role at AdventHealth. No reason for the move has been announced. Tol was appointed president and CEO of the Central Florida Division in 2015. “I want to thank Daryl for his many years of service to AdventHealth and his leadership both to our organization and the communities we serve, especially during the greatest challenge the health care industry has faced in more than a century,” said Terry Shaw, president and CEO of AdventHealth. “Daryl’s decision was certainly unanticipated and he will be greatly missed. I have valued my working relationship with Daryl and appreciate the many things he has accom-
ORLANDO, Fla. (Dec. 7, 2020) – Aspire Health Partners, Inc., a nonprofit 501(c)(3) behavioral healthcare organization, has selected Stevens Construction for the interior renovation of the Access Center located at 1800 Mercy Drive in Orlando, announced Michael Waskiewicz, Orlando division manager. Stevens Construction is providing a 5,360-square-foot renovation within the existing facility to allow for better social distancing as patients begin their screening services within the community mental health center. Delivering the project with a fast-track schedule, Stevens Construction is building eight new, expansive patient bays, a nurse station and additional support areas. Stevens Construction is performing the project while the Aspire Health Access Center remains occupied, operational and continues to serve the community. The renovations are being funded by Orange County Government through federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) funds. The project will be licensed and inspected by the Agency for Healthcare Administration (AHCA), which ensures compliance of Florida healthcare facilities. The Stevens Construction project team includes project manager, Bruce Chartrand; superintendent, Anthony LaFata; and project administrator, RoseMarie Aldred. The architect of record is Jeffrey Smith, AIA of RS&H. About Stevens Construction With offices in Orlando, Tampa and headquartered in Fort Myers, FL, Stevens Construction specializes in providing construction management, general contracting and consulting services to clients and design professionals. Other services include site and design team selection, budgeting, project scheduling, permitting, cost and quality control and warranty service. The company builds healthcare, commercial and hospitality facilities. For information, visit www.stevensconstructioninc. com or call 239-936-9006.
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plished during his tenure with AdventHealth. I have full confidence in our team to continue to save lives, innovate and help curb the spread of COVID-19 in our community.” Work is underway to select a permanent replacement within the next few weeks. “I have been blessed to serve AdventHealth for 20 years and help lead this company in Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ,” added Daryl Tol. “AdventHealth is blessed with strong, capable leaders who will continue this important work into the future.” Jennifer Wandersleben, a regional CEO for the Central Florida Division, will provide divisional leadership until a successor is named.
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