Orlando Health to close Rockledge Hospital by April 22

Orlando Health has announced the closure of Rockledge Hospital, effective April 22, due to its deteriorating condition and high repair costs. The hospital, acquired in October 2024 from Steward Health Care, has faced years of neglect, leading to severe failures in its electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. While the decision to close the facility aims to ensure patient and staff safety, Orlando Health plans to demolish the hospital and replace it with a new state-of-the-art facility in Brevard County, although specific details about the timeline and location remain undisclosed. Employees affected by the closure will be offered positions at other Orlando Health locations. Stakeholders have raised concerns about the hospital's conditions for years, and the closure has prompted mixed reactions from the community. Orlando Health reassures the community of its commitment to expanding care in the region.