What medical facilities are in Brandon FL? Brandon is served by Brandon Regional Hospital (a 407-bed acute care facility), multiple urgent care centers, and dozens of physician practices covering every specialty. Families moving to Brandon have access to comprehensive healthcare without driving to downtown Tampa. Here is the complete guide.
What Hospitals Serve Brandon FL?
Brandon Regional Hospital
Brandon Regional Hospital is a 407-bed HCA Healthcare facility located on Oakfield Drive, right in the heart of Brandon. The hospital has served the community since 1979 and offers:
- 24/7 Emergency Department — full trauma services with rapid triage
- Heart and Vascular Center — cardiac catheterization, open heart surgery, cardiac rehabilitation
- Orthopedic Center — joint replacement, sports medicine, spine surgery
- Women's Center — labor and delivery, NICU, maternal-fetal medicine
- Surgical Services — robotic-assisted surgery, general surgery, outpatient procedures
- Behavioral Health — inpatient psychiatric services
- Rehabilitation — physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy
Brandon Regional is the primary hospital for ZIP codes 33510 and 33511 and serves the broader eastern Hillsborough County community.
Other Nearby Hospitals
| Hospital | Distance from Brandon | Specialty |
|---|---|---|
| Tampa General Hospital | 15 mi | Level I Trauma Center, comprehensive |
| AdventHealth Tampa | 12 mi | Full-service, cardiac specialty |
| St. Joseph's Hospital | 14 mi | Heart Institute, women's health |
| Moffitt Cancer Center | 16 mi | NCI-designated cancer center |
| South Bay Hospital (Sun City Center) | 18 mi | Community hospital |
What Urgent Care Centers Are in Brandon?
Brandon has multiple urgent care options for non-emergency medical needs:
- BayCare Urgent Care — multiple Brandon locations, walk-in appointments, extended hours
- AdventHealth Centra Care — urgent care with X-ray and lab services on-site
- MinuteClinic (CVS) — quick visits for minor illnesses, vaccinations, and screenings
- Patient First — walk-in urgent care with evening and weekend hours
- Brandon Regional Hospital ER — for true emergencies (not urgent care, but available 24/7)
Most Brandon urgent care centers accept walk-ins with wait times of 15-45 minutes. Many offer online check-in to reduce wait times.
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What Medical Specialists Are in Brandon?
Brandon has a deep bench of medical specialists:
- Cardiologists — HCA Florida Heart Institute at Brandon Regional
- Orthopedic surgeons — multiple practices including sports medicine
- OB/GYN — several practices affiliated with Brandon Regional
- Pediatricians — multiple practices throughout Brandon
- Dermatologists — medical and cosmetic dermatology
- Dentists and orthodontists — dozens of practices
- Vision care — optometrists and ophthalmologists
- Mental health — therapists, psychiatrists, counseling centers
Does Brandon Have Pediatric Care?
Yes. Brandon has multiple pediatric practices, and Brandon Regional Hospital has a pediatric unit. For specialized children's care, Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg (45 minutes) and Tampa General Hospital's children's services (20 minutes) provide advanced pediatric specialties.
What About Senior Healthcare?
Brandon's healthcare infrastructure serves seniors well with Medicare-accepting physicians, home health agencies, assisted living facilities, and rehabilitation centers throughout the area. The Brandon Regional Hospital rehabilitation unit provides inpatient recovery services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brandon Regional Hospital a good hospital?
Brandon Regional is an accredited HCA Healthcare facility with specialized centers in cardiology, orthopedics, and women's health. It serves as the primary hospital for eastern Hillsborough County and has undergone significant expansions and upgrades.
How far is Brandon from Tampa General Hospital?
Tampa General Hospital is approximately 15 miles from central Brandon, or about 20-30 minutes via the Selmon Expressway. TGH is a Level I Trauma Center and the region's most comprehensive hospital.
Does Brandon have walk-in clinics?
Yes. Multiple urgent care centers and MinuteClinic locations in Brandon accept walk-in patients. Most have extended evening and weekend hours.
Is Moffitt Cancer Center accessible from Brandon?
Moffitt Cancer Center is approximately 16 miles from Brandon, about 25-35 minutes via I-75. As an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center, it provides world-class cancer treatment accessible to Brandon residents.
What health insurance do Brandon doctors accept?
Most Brandon physicians accept major insurance plans including Florida Blue, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, and Medicare. Always verify coverage with your specific provider before scheduling.
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