UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA

Tampa General Hospital successfully performed its first combined heart and liver transplant on 56-year-old Justine Gant, who suffered from end-stage heart and liver disease. The rare surgery, requiring meticulous planning and teamwork, marks a significant medical achievement. Gant looks forward to recovery and resuming activities he loves, facilitated by a multidisciplinary team and innovative care practices.

Tampa General Hospital and the University of South Florida formed a new clinical affiliation to enhance patient care, education, and research. This partnership aims to create a leading academic medical center in Tampa Bay, benefiting patients and physicians through integrated care and innovative treatments.