Desoto Memorial Hospital
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Patient Experience Rating
11% lower than the national average
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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Mortality Based Ratings
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Bowel Obstruction
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
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Pneumonia
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Patient Experience
Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
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Discharge Information
Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home
Responsiveness of hospital staff
Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff
Communication about medicines
Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients
Communication with doctors
Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
Care Transition
Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital
Communication with nurses
Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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Cleanliness
Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
Quietness
Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night
Providers
Provider Reviews
Apr 19 2025
Review for Dr. Blanco
Short wait time. Cheerful and attentive staff. Dr. Gaar runs an excellent practice. Everyone is friendly and willing to help. Dr. Gaar takes the time to explain exactly what's needed and skillfully performs procedures.
Apr 19 2025
Review for Dr. Gaar
He takes time to answer all our questions. Highly recomend! The aren't words to express gratitude for all are doing at the office. Thank you. Much love and respect.
Apr 17 2025
Review for Dr. Halasz
Dr. Gaar listens to you and also explains everything she is doing. Takes personal time with you as well. Great Dr.
Apr 13 2025
Review for Dr. Gaar
Dr Azeem was recommended to me for further help with my back. He was such a delight....pleasant and very knowledgeable! He took time with me and fully explained my options which were conservative attempts before I would do something more involved. The procedures I had definitely gave me help and...
Apr 07 2025
Review for Dr. Azeem
Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Desoto Memorial Hospital located?
Desoto Memorial Hospital is located at 900 N Robert Ave, Arcadia, FL 34266. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has Desoto Memorial Hospital won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
No, Desoto Memorial Hospital has not won any awards in the past few years. Search for Hospitals on Healthgrades to find more.
Is Desoto Memorial Hospital highly rated with patients?
62% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does Desoto Memorial Hospital score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 10 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at Desoto Memorial Hospital?
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How does Desoto Memorial Hospital rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
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Dr Blanco is a great, experienced doctor, and very dedicated to her patients; always available. We highly recommend her.