When your patient’s case is complex or uncertain, the right referral can make all the difference. BayCare is here to support you with advanced, coordinated care across West Central Florida. As the region’s largest academic health system — with 16 hospitals and over 200 locations — we offer trusted expertise and a robust network of more than 11,000 dedicated physicians.
We combine leading safety standards and cutting-edge technology to ensure your patients receive the right care, at the right time. And just as importantly, we’ll treat them the way you would — with skill, compassion and a team that’s always by their side.
Referring to BayCare means more than access — it means partnership.
Your patients receive leading medical expertise and compassionate care, while you stay informed throughout. We provide timely updates, secure communication and clear clinical summaries — all in the patient’s preferred language. Whether it’s a second opinion, specialty visit or access to clinical trials, providing the best possible experience for your patients is our goal.
That’s care and collaboration you can count on. That’s the BayCare effect.
Download BayCare’s Annual Physician’s Report to see how we support your referrals with trusted expertise, streamlined processes and collaborative care. Explore specialties, referral tools and how we keep you informed — every step of the way.
Refer with confidence — BayCare sets the standard.
Count on the region's largest academic health system.
BayCare is transforming care in West Central Florida — bringing advanced treatments, expanded clinical research and new training opportunities. As a referring physician, you’ll benefit from enhanced access to cutting-edge therapies and a growing network of skilled professionals dedicated to delivering compassionate, world-class care. By increasing local academic and research capacity, BayCare is making it easier for your patients to get world-class care close to home.
Trust the right team to treat every condition.
With more than 11,000 physicians across seven clinical institutes and 50+ specialties — from oncology and orthopedics to pediatrics and cardiology — you can feel confident when you refer your patients to BayCare. Everyone is treated with a personalized plan, delivered with genuine compassion and the best clinical expertise. It’s the kind of thoughtful, high-quality care you’d want for your own patients — because at BayCare, that’s exactly how we care. And it’s care that leads to better outcomes.
Discover what sets BayCare apart.
BayCare’s commitment to clinical excellence and patient safety continues to earn top honors. In 2025, eleven of our acute-care hospitals received “A” grades from The Leapfrog Group — its highest rating for hospital safety. Nine of those hospitals earned Leapfrog’s elite “Straight A” designation, reflecting top performance across five or more consecutive grading cycles.
BayCare hospitals also received multiple 5-star ratings from Healthgrades for outstanding outcomes in key areas like cardiac surgery, stroke care, spinal fusion and outpatient joint replacement. These ratings reflect our dedication to delivering high-quality, compassionate care.