Lake Nona is set to gain expanded access to inpatient medical care as construction progresses on AdventHealth Lake Nona. The hospital, which has reached its full structural height, will provide a variety of services such as cardiology, orthopedics, labor and delivery, urology, gastroenterology, general surgery, cancer care, bariatrics, and neurology.
Construction has also started on a nearby medical office building that will house cancer care services for the community.
“We want to make sure no one ever needs to leave Central Florida for world-class care, and these investments will ensure Lake Nona residents can stay here – whether they’re starting a family or needing advanced specialty care,” said Chase Tikker, CEO of AdventHealth Lake Nona. “While the community is seeing these buildings take shape, work is also underway in recruiting physicians, nurses and other team members who are excited about bring their expertise and extending our healing ministry in the community.”
Lake Nona currently faces a shortage of 124 primary care physicians and 145 specialists. Obstetrics and gynecology are among the most needed services. To address this gap, AdventHealth’s plans include the Baby Place at the new hospital with 10 labor and delivery rooms as well as operating rooms and 15 postpartum rooms.
“The Lake Nona area is one of the fastest-growing communities, and we know how important it is for women to have specialized care close to their homes and families,” said Kristin Toth, vice president of women’s services for AdventHealth’s Central Florida Division. “From low-intervention deliveries to high-risk pregnancies, we offer personalized care for every mom-to-be that’s designed for their needs today and in years to come.”
The facility will be staffed by approximately 600 clinicians including physicians and nurses when it opens.
The medical office building is scheduled to open in October 2026 followed by the hospital in November 2026. Both facilities are planned with a holistic approach to health that includes integration with local amenities like the Lake Nona Trail.
AdventHealth Orlando—located in Orlando since its founding in 1908—serves as a training hospital with pediatric wards under current president Terry Shaw.
