Holy Cross Hospital

A Leader in Orthopedic Surgery

Nationally recognized for Orthopedic Excellence

One of the most trusted names in healthcare with a commitment to research and new technology

Here is Where Excellence Abounds

Distinguished Cardiac Care

2017 Heart Failure Gold Plus Award Recipient

Holy Cross Hospital is awarded for meeting specific measures in treating heart failure patients.

Put Your Heart in Our Hands

Expanded Cancer Care

Greater access to second opinions

Holy Cross Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center enter into an extended 5-year affiliation agreement.

Expanded Cancer Collaboration

Leading-Edge Research

Trials offered in multiple specialties

Our clinical trials help shape the future of heart treatment.

Cardiac Clinical Trials

Caring for our Community

In the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy

Holy Cross Hospital serves the underserved.

Community Outreach

Healing For Women, By Women

Dorothy Mangurian Comprehensive Women’s Center – Committed To Women’s Health

Women’s Health

Phil Smith Neuroscience Institute

Our multi-disciplinary team is dedicated to improving patient care.

Our Nerve Center

Our Mission

A member of Trinity Health, Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, serving in the healing tradition of the Sisters of Mercy. Since opening its doors in 1955, the 557-bed hospital has offered progressive services and programs to meet the evolving healthcare needs of Broward County. Today, Holy Cross has more than 600 physicians on staff representing more than 40 specialties and more than 3,000 employees. The hospital is fully accredited by the independent Joint Commission, and its medical team has earned a reputation for excellence unsurpassed in the community. We, Holy Cross Hospital and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. 4725 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 954.771.8000

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How to Prevent the Top Cause of Deadly Injury Among Older People

For American adults over the age of 65, an accidental fall could be fatal. In fact, the rate of fatalities from falls in this group has increased 31 percent over the last decade, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...
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Holy Cross Hospital has answered a question
On Apr 03

What reduces hip dislocations after total hip replacement (THR)?

The incidence of hip dislocations after total hip replacement (THR) has dropped dramatically compared to years past. This is due to more precise and consistent component positioning, improved plastic liner technology (which allows for the use of larger...
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Holy Cross Hospital has answered a question
On Apr 03

What is joint replacement surgery for osteoarthritis?

Joint replacement surgery for osteoarthritis includes surgical procedures such as total hip replacement and total knee replacement. Total hip replacement surgery is a procedure where the diseased cartilage and bone of the hip joint are surgically ...
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Holy Cross Hospital has answered a question
On Apr 03

What can cause a total knee replacement to fail?

Approximately 20 percent of people who have total knee replacement (TKR) surgery are not happy with their results. Occasionally, even when a TKR “looks good on paper,” more surgery is required to correct and improve the existing outcome. If...
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On Apr 03

What problems might occur after joint replacement surgery?

After joint replacement surgery the risk of infection remains a constant concern. It requires a constant “hypervigilance” and awareness. The incidence of infection is closely related to the surgical technique and gentle soft tissue handling...
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On Apr 03

Can joint replacement be done with minimally invasive surgery?

Every joint replacement surgery should be done using as minimally invasive a technique as possible, while emphasizing precise component positioning and soft tissue balance. There are times when making a larger incision or releasing more soft tissue is ...
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Holy Cross Hospital has answered a question
On Apr 03

What is the goal of total knee replacement (TKR)?

The goals of total knee replacements (TKR) are to help assure a stable, pain-free knee with which the patient is happy. These goals include the following: Recreating limb alignment and a neutral mechanical axis so that weight-bearing forces are near...
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Holy Cross Hospital has answered a question
On Apr 03

Can a painful total knee replacement be repaired?

A proper workup for a painful total knee replacement (TKR) focuses on three critical conditions that must be combined to recreate a stable, pain-free TKR with a good result. The mechanical axis must be restored, the soft tissues must be balanced throug...
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Holy Cross Hospital has answered a question
On Apr 03

How does joint replacement surgery ease osteoarthritis symptoms?

Joint replacement surgery very predictably eases osteoarthritis symptoms and relieves the pain of osteoarthritis by replacing the ends of the bones that make up the joint with artificial parts so the bones are no longer rubbing or grinding together. An...
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Holy Cross Hospital has written an article
On Apr 02

What Does an Opioid Overdose Do to Your Body?

Emergency rooms across the country are seeing an increase in opioid overdoses (ODs). In 2016, opioids killed 42,249 Americans, more than any other year on record. And, according to a 2018 report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Preventio...
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Holy Cross Hospital has answered a question
On Mar 21

What is celiac disease?

Celiac disease, also known as gluten-sensitive enteropathy, is a condition in which the immune system responds abnormally to a protein called gluten. Repeated exposure to gluten causes damage to the small intestine. Normally, the small intestine contai...
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Holy Cross Hospital has written an article
On Mar 20

4 Exercise Supplements That Just Don’t Work—and 4 That Really Do

Athletes are always looking for ways to move faster, become stronger and have more energy. Many view supplements as a way to give them the edge needed to perform better. However, not every pill or powder lives up to the hype. Find out which ones you ca...
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Holy Cross Hospital has answered a question
On Mar 12

How common is Alzheimer's disease?

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s disease every 67 seconds. By 2050, the number of people age 65 and older with the disease may nearly triple if medical breakthroughs do not change t...
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On Mar 01

How do I know if joint replacement surgery is right for me?

Joint replacement surgery may be right for you if you exhibit the following signs. Have a thorough conversation with your doctor to explore all of the treatment options, including joint replacement surgery: if pain keeps you awake at night or you w...
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On Sep 28

6 Steps to Take After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis

A diagnosis can be paralyzing. Follow these oncologist-recommended tips to move ahead.
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Holy Cross Hospital

A Leader in Orthopedic Surgery

Nationally recognized for Orthopedic Excellence

Distinguished Cardiac Care

2017 Heart Failure Gold Plus Award Recipient

Expanded Cancer Care

Greater access to second opinions

Leading-Edge Research

Trials offered in multiple specialties

Caring for our Community

In the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy

Our Mission

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How to Prevent the Top Cause of Deadly Injury Among Older People

What Does an Opioid Overdose Do to Your Body?

4 Exercise Supplements That Just Don’t Work—and 4 That Really Do

6 Steps to Take After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis

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